Reshaping Convex Polyhedra - Joseph O'rourke - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

^ the="" study="" of="" convex="" polyhedra="" in="" ordinary="" space="" is="" a="" central="" piece="" classical="" and="" modern="" geometry="" that="" has="" had="" significant="" impact="" on="" many="" areas="" mathematics="" also="" computer="" science.="" present="" book="" project="" by="" joseph="" o’rourke="" costin="" vîlcu="" brings="" together="" two="" important="" strands="" subject="" —="" combinatorics="" polyhedra,="" intrinsic="" underlying="" surface.="" this="" leads="" to="" remarkable="" interplay="" concepts="" come="" life="" wide="" range="" very="" attractive="" topics="" concerning="" polyhedra.="" gets="" message="" across="" thetheory="" although="" with="" roots,="" still="" much="" alive="" today="" continues="" be="" inspiration="" basis="" lot="" current="" research="" activity.="" work="" presented="" manuscript="" interesting="" applications="" discrete="" computational="" geometry,="" as="" well="" other="" mathematics.="" treated="" detail="" include="" unfolding="" onto="" surfaces,="" continuous="" flattening="" convexity="" theory="" minimal="" length="" enclosing="" polygons.="" along="" way,="" open="" problems="" suitable="" for="" graduate="" students="" are="" raised,="" both="" aThe focus of this monograph is converting—reshaping—one 3D convex polyhedron to another via an operation the authors call “tailoring.” A convex polyhedron is a gem-like shape composed of flat facets, the focus of study since Plato and Euclid. The tailoring operation snips off a corner (a “vertex”) of a polyhedron and sutures closed the hole. This is akin to Johannes Kepler’s “vertex truncation,” but differs in that the hole left by a truncated vertex is filled with new surface, whereas tailoring zips the hole closed. A powerful “gluing” theorem of A.D. Alexandrov from 1950 guarantees that, after closing the hole, the result is a new convex polyhedron. Given two convex polyhedra P, and Q inside P, repeated tailoringallows P to be reshaped to Q. Rescaling any Q to fit inside P, the result is universal: any P can be reshaped to any Q. This is one of the main theorems in Part I, with unexpected theoretical consequences. Part II carries out a systematic study of “vertex-merging,” a technique that can be viewed as a type of inverse operation to tailoring. Here the start is P which is gradually enlarged as much as possible, by inserting new surface along slits. In a sense, repeated vertex-merging reshapes P to be closer to planarity. One endpoint of such a process leads to P being cut up and “pasted” inside a cylinder. Then rolling the cylinder on a plane achieves an unfolding of P. The underlying subtext is a question posed by Geoffrey Shephard in 1975 and already implied by drawings by Albrecht Dürer in the 15th century: whether every convex polyhedron can be unfolded to a planar “net.” Toward this end, the authors initiate an exploration of convexity on convex polyhedra, a topic rarely studiedin the literature but with considerable promise for future development. This monograph uncovers new research directions and reveals connections among several, apparently distant, topics in geometry: Alexandrov’s Gluing Theorem, shortest paths and cut loci, Cauchy’s Arm Lemma, domes, quasigeodesics, convexity, and algorithms throughout. The interplay between these topics and the way the main ideas develop throughout the book could make the “journey” worthwhile for students and researchers in geometry, even if not directly interested in specific topics. Parts of the material will be of interest and accessible even to undergraduates. Although the proof difficulty varies from simple to quite intricate, with some proofs spanning several chapters, many examples and 125 figures help ease the exposition and illustrate the concepts. ^

Quantitative Neurophysiology - Joseph Tranquillo - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

Chapter 7 is an introduction to modeling networks of neurons and artificial neural networks. Table of Contents: Preface / Neural Anatomy / Passive Membranes / Active Membranes / Propagation / Neural Branches / Synapses / Networks of Neurons / Extracellular Recording and Stimulation / The Neural Code / Applications / Biography / Index

Functional Analysis - Joseph Muscat - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This textbook provides an introduction to functional analysis suitable for lecture courses to final year undergraduates or beginning graduates. Starting from the very basics of metric spaces, the book adopts a self-contained approach to Banach spaces and operator theory that covers the main topics, including the spectral theorem, the Gelfand transform, and Banach algebras. Various applications, such as least squares approximation, inverse problems, and Tikhonov regularization, illustrate the theory. Over 1000 worked examples and exercises of varying difficulty present the reader with ample material for reflection. This new edition of Functional Analysis has been completely revised and corrected, with many passages rewritten for clarity, numerous arguments simplified, and a good amount of new material added, including new examples and exercises. The prerequisites, however, remain the same with only knowledge of linear algebra and real analysis of a singlevariable assumed of the reader.

Functional Analysis - Joseph Muscat - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This textbook is an introduction to functional analysis suited to final year undergraduates or beginning graduates. Its various applications of Hilbert spaces, including least squares approximation, inverse problems, and Tikhonov regularization, should appeal not only to mathematicians interested in applications, but also to researchers in related fields. Functional Analysis adopts a self-contained approach to Banach spaces and operator theory that covers the main topics, based upon the classical sequence and function spaces and their operators. It assumes only a minimum of knowledge in elementary linear algebra and real analysis; the latter is redone in the light of metric spaces. It contains more than a thousand worked examples and exercises, which make up the main body of the book.

The Robot Factory - Joseph Ganem - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This book exposes a disturbing misuse of the scientific method to advance policies and agendas that are in fact detrimental to both science and education. The author, a physics professor, examines two related trends in education - the practice of "data-driven" reform and the disparaging of the traditional liberal arts in favor of programs with a heavy emphasis on science and technology. Many of the reforms being foisted on educators have more in common with pseudo-science than real science. The reduction of education to a commodity, and the shilling of science as a means to enhance corporate profits, lead to an impoverished and stunted understanding of science in particular, and of education in general. How is it possible for: • schools with all students learning at grade-level to be rated as failing? • teachers to be rated as ineffective after all their students meet their learning outcomes? • rising grade-school math standards to result in more college students needing remedial math? • politicians to disparage scientists and their results but argue that more students should study science? These bizarre outcomes have happened and are the result of an education system that misuses and misrepresents math and science in the classroom and in crafting education policies. This book exposes the flawed and fallacious thinking that is damaging education at all levels throughout the United States, and makes a compelling case for rethinking the standardized, optimized, and quantified approaches in vogue in education today to accommodate the different needs of individual teachers and students.

Collective Employment Relations - Joseph Perry - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

Part of the Palgrave Executive Essentials series, this engaging text is the only dedicated resource for executive learners, professionals and students of human resources and labour relations, providing a strategic management guide to employee relations in the unionised workplace.

Globalisation and Inclusive Schooling - Joseph Zajda - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This book analyses discourses of inclusive schooling and engaging motivational environments globally. It focuses on the student''s identity, belonging, performance in the classroom, and the significance of cognitive, cultural, emotional and social capital to student''s academic achievement. The book discusses and evaluates the shifts in methodological approaches to inclusive and engaging learning environments. It analyses topics such as the students'' cultural identity and achievement, motivational strategies for creating engaging learning environment, the use of constructivist pedagogy for critical thinking, social constructivism, and values education in the classroom. The book also analyses and evaluates the shifts in methodological approaches to globalisation and inclusive schooling globally, and their impact on performing schools. It contributes in a very scholarly way, to a more holistic understanding of the nexus among globalisation, comparative education research, inclusive schooling and engaging learning environments.

AI Assisted Business Analytics - Joseph Boffa - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This book explains the primary path to success, using software designed to sample and analyze cashflow and then link that analysis, with forecasting and market research. The case study will start with a small business income statement indicating a cashflow problem. The analysis that follows will be a comprehensive statistical approach of fiscal management. The case study will provide an overview of the total process of controlling and analyzing cashflow. Business prosperity depends on: 1- Staying in touch with cashflow by means of regular statistical audits2- Transition to statistical methods for forecasting future cashflow3- Link cashflow with customer perception and satisfaction The book is intended for courses with prerequisites that the student has a knowledge of accounting and is comfortable in using Excel. It uses professional Excel with its Analytics Toolkit. Complete knowledge of the Toolkit is not a prerequisite since the book will adequately cover the relevant analytic tools. There is no need for separate statistical software such as SPSS or SAS. The book is intended for intermediate/advanced college level courses in business financial methods and control.

Logical Empiricism and Naturalism - Joseph Bentley - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This text provides an extensive exploration of the relationship between the thought of Otto Neurath and Rudolf Carnap, providing a new argument for the complementarity of their mature philosophies as part of a collaborative metatheory of science.

Logical Empiricism and Naturalism - Joseph Bentley - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This text provides an extensive exploration of the relationship between the thought of Otto Neurath and Rudolf Carnap, providing a new argument for the complementarity of their mature philosophies as part of a collaborative metatheory of science.

Population Levels, Trends, and Differentials - Joseph Chamie - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

​This book is a broad collection of short and concise chapters addressing important issues relating to population levels, trends, and differentials. In addition to traditional population concerns, such as growth, composition, fertility, mortality, and migration, the articles address a broad range of related issues, including climate change, environmental degradation, socio-economic development, and policy development. The articles are concise, focused on specific issues, and presented in a style that avoids technical jargon and is easily understood by a broad range of readers. The articles are not only aimed at conveying population information, but also providing important messages for informed policy formulation and program implementation. Among the many issues addressed are human rights, laws, women, gender, climate change, COVID-19 pandemic, ageing, retirement, and abortion. Written in an accessible way, the book will appeal to many general readers wishing to know more about population issues.

Population Levels, Trends, and Differentials - Joseph Chamie - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

?This book is a broad collection of short and concise chapters addressing important issues relating to population levels, trends, and differentials.

A Clinician’s Guide to ADHD - Joseph Sadek - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

The Clinician''s Guide to ADHD combines the useful diagnostic and treatment approaches advocated in different guidelines with insights from other sources, including recent literature reviews and web resources. The aim is to provide clinicians with clear, concise, and reliable advice on how to approach this complex disorder. The guidelines referred to in compiling the book derive from authoritative sources in different regions of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe. After introductory discussion of epidemiology and etiology, guidance is provided on diagnosis in different age groups, differential diagnosis, assessment for potential comorbidities, and the issue of ADHD and driving. Advice is then given on the appropriate use of pharmacological and psychosocial treatment, the management of adverse events, and follow-up. A series of relevant scales, questionnaires, and websites are also included.

Nonimaging Optics in Solar Energy - Joseph O'gallagher - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

Nonimaging optics is a subdiscipline of optics whose development over the last 35–40 years was led by scientists from the University of Chicago and other cooperating individuals and institutions. The approach provides a formalism that allows the design of optical devices that approach the maximum physically attainable geometric concentration for a given set of optical tolerances. This means that it has the potential to revolutionize the design of solar concentrators. In this monograph, the basic practical applications of the techniques of nonimaging optics to solar energy collection and concentration are developed and explained. The formalism for designing a wide variety of concentrator types, such as the compound parabolic concentrator and its many embodiments and variations, is presented. Both advantages and limitations of the approach are reviewed. Practical and economic aspects of concentrator design for both thermal and photovoltaic applications are discussed as well. The whole range of concentrator applications from simple low-concentration nontracking designs to ultrahigh-concentration multistage configurations is covered. Table of Contents: Introduction / CPCs / Practical Design of CPC Thermal Collectors / Practical Design of CPC PV Concentrators / Two-Stage Nonimaging Concentrators for Solar Thermal Applications / Two-Stage Nonimaging Concentrators for Solar PV Applications / Selected Demonstrations of Nonimaging Concentrator Performance / The Importance of Economic Factors in Effective Solar Concentrator Design / Ultrahigh Concentration / Bibliography

Biomedical Signals and Systems - Joseph V. Tranquillo - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

Table of Contents: Preface / Acknowledgments / Introduction / System Types / System Models / Laplace Transform / Block Diagrams / Stability / Feedback / System Response / Control / Time Domain Analysis / Frequency Domain Analysis / Filters / Author's Biography

Intimations of Joseph Conrad - G.w. Stephen Brodsky - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

Ethical and Secure Computing - Joseph Migga Kizza - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This textbook highlights the essential need for a strong ethical framework in our approach to teaching of and working in computer, information and engineering sciences. Through thought-provoking questions and case studies, the reader is challenged to consider the deeper implications arising from the use of today''s rapidly evolving computing technologies and ever-changing communication ecosystems. This thoroughly revised and updated third edition features revised chapters with new and updated content and hardened the ethical framework. To cope with the rapidly changing computing and telecommunication ecosystem, a new chapter, Ethics and Social Responsibility in the Metaverse , has been added. The interface between our current universe and the evolving metaverse presents a security quagmire . The discussion throughout the book is candid and intended to ignite students'' and professionals'' interest and active participation in discussions of the issues we are facing now and those likely to emerge in the near future. Topics and features-including fully updated content : - Introduces a philosophical framework and tools for understanding and analyzing computer ethics in personal, public, and professional spheres - Describes the impact of computer technology on issues of security, privacy, anonymity, and civil liberties - Discusses the security and ethical quagmire in the platforms of the developing metaverse (NEW chapter) - Examines intellectual property rights in the context of computing, including the risks and liabilities associated with software - Discusses such key social issues in computing as the digital divide, employee monitoring in the workplace, and risks to physical and mental health - Reviews the history of computer crime, and the threat of digitally facilitated bullying, harassment, and discrimination - Considers the ethical challenges arising from online social networks, mobile telecommunication technologies, virtual reality, the Internet of Things and 5G technologies - Includes learning objectives, discussion questions and exercises throughout This concise and accessible work addresses the critical ethical and moral issues important to all designers and users of computer technologies. The text incorporates the latest curricula requirements for undergraduate courses in computer science, as well as offers invaluable insights into the social impact and legal challenges posed by the latest generation of computing devices and networks.

Project Management for Engineering Design - Joseph Lessard - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This lecture book is an introduction to project management. It will be of use for engineering students working on project design in all engineering disciplines and will also be of high value to practicing engineers in the work force. Few engineering programs prepare students in methods of project design and configuration management used within industry and government. This book emphasizes teams throughout and includes coverage of an introduction to projectmanagement, project definition, researching intellectual property (patent search), project scope, idealizing and conceptualizing a design, converting product requirements to engineering specifications, project integration, project communicationsmanagement, and conducting design reviews. The overall objectives of the book are for the readers to understand and manage their project by employing the good engineering practice used by medical and other industries in design and development of medical devices, engineered products and systems. The goal is for the engineer and student to work well on large projects requiring a team environment, and to effectively communicate technical matters in both written documents and oral presentations.

Mainstreaming Gender in Local Government - Juliet Joseph - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

Your True Moral Compass - Joseph L. Badaracco - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This book presents a new, powerful, and practical way of making final decisions on the hard, complex, uncertain problems of life and work. This book argues that, when we make final, hard decisions, we learn what is right by defining – personally – what is right.

Clinician’s Guide to Adult ADHD Comorbidities - Joseph Sadek - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

The diagnosis and management of ADHD co-occurring with other disorders such as anxiety, depression and personality disorders remain major challenges for clinicians treating all age groups. This book guides clinicians through each step in the diagnosis and management of the comorbidities of adult ADHD on the basis of essential case studies describing psychiatric disorders that frequently occur with ADHD. Each case includes a diagnosis section and management section and is accompanied by questions and answers concerning the most important aspects in diagnosing and managing both ADHD and the comorbid disorders. Drawn from actual clinical encounters, the case studies also feature ample current and valid references.

Guide to Computer Network Security - Joseph Migga Kizza - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

Affordance Theory in Game Design - Joseph Alexander Brown - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

Games, whether educational or recreational, are meant to be fun. How do we ensure that the game delivers its intent? The answer to this question is playtesting. However, a haphazard playtest process cannot discover play experience from various dimensions. Players'' perceptions, affordances, age, gender, culture, and many more human factors influence play experience. A playtest requires an intensive experimental process and scientific protocols to ensure that the outcomes seen are reliable for the designer. Playtesting and players'' affordances are the focus of this book. This book is not just about the playtest procedures but also demonstrates how they lead to the conclusions obtained when considering data sets. The playtest process or playtest stories differ according to the hypothesis under investigation. We cover examples of playtesting to identify the impact of human factors, such as age and gender, to examine a player''s preferences for game objects'' design and colors. The book details topics to reflect on possible emotional outcomes of the player at the early stages of game design as well as the methodology for presenting questions to players in such a way as to elicit authentic feedback. This book is intended mainly for game designers, researchers, and developers. However, it provides a general understanding of affordances and human factors that can be informative for readers working in any domain.

Community Quality-of-Life Indicators - M. Joseph Sirgy - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

This training book is designed to help professionals enhance their knowledge of community quality-of-life indicators, and to develop viable community projects.

Rational Points on Elliptic Curves - Joseph H. Silverman - Bog - Springer International Publishing AG - Plusbog.dk

The theory of elliptic curves involves a pleasing blend of algebra, geometry, analysis, and number theory. This volume stresses this interplay as it develops the basic theory, thereby providing an opportunity for advanced undergraduates to appreciate the unity of modern mathematics. At the same time, every effort has been made to use only methods and results commonly included in the undergraduate curriculum. This accessibility, the informal writing style, and a wealth of exercises make Rational Points on Elliptic Curves an ideal introduction for students at all levels who are interested in learning about Diophantine equations and arithmetic geometry. Most concretely, an elliptic curve is the set of zeroes of a cubic polynomial in two variables. If the polynomial has rational coefficients, then one can ask for a description of those zeroes whose coordinates are either integers or rational numbers. It is this number theoretic question that is the main subject of Rational Points on Elliptic Curves . Topics covered include the geometry and group structure of elliptic curves, the Nagell–Lutz theorem describing points of finite order, the Mordell–Weil theorem on the finite generation of the group of rational points, the Thue–Siegel theorem on the finiteness of the set of integer points, theorems on counting points with coordinates in finite fields, Lenstra''s elliptic curve factorization algorithm, and a discussion of complex multiplication and the Galois representations associated to torsion points. Additional topics new to the second edition include an introduction to elliptic curve cryptography and a brief discussion of the stunning proof of Fermat''s Last Theorem by Wiles et al. via the use of elliptic curves.