Blockchain-Based Solutions for Accessibility in Smart Cities
Kumar Abhishek
In the evolving landscape of smart cities, the integration of technology and real-time data management presents a dual-edged challenge and opportunity for urban accessibility. The web of devices, from smartphones and connected cars to homes and citizens, forms the backbone of a smart city's infrastructure. As cities strive to become technologically enhanced hubs, the need for seamless accessibility becomes paramount. However, this ambitious transformation encounters hurdles such as traffic congestion, inefficient energy distribution, and concerns about air quality. Enter Blockchain-Based Solutions for Accessibility in Smart Cities , a groundbreaking exploration that addresses the issues hindering the optimal realization of smart city accessibility. This book delves into the emergence of blockchain technologies within smart city infrastructures and offers a compelling narrative on how blockchain-based solutions can be the catalyst for overcoming these challenges. This innovative book is crafted with a specific audience in mind – researchers, faculty, and students committed to shaping a secure ecosystem for smart city infrastructure. By merging concepts of security, smart city infrastructure, and blockchain, this multidisciplinary approach ensures that readers gain a nuanced understanding of the challenges at hand. Whether immersed in academia or eager to contribute to the evolution of smart cities, Blockchain-Based Solutions for Accessibility in Smart Cities is a valuable resource that empowers readers to navigate the complexities and unlock the full potential of blockchain in urban accessibility.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369334027
- Publication Date: Jul 2024
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The Great Civil Engineering Overhaul
Bill Wallace
Author William Wallace explains the effects of climate change on civil infrastructure and what alterations are required to enable civil engineers to work under changing climate conditions, which he argues will require a major overhaul of the civil engineering discipline.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9780784416228
- Publication Date: Jun 2024
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Principles and Applications in Speed Sensing and Energy Harvesting for Smart Roads
Luay Taha
In the industry of transportation, the demand for sustainable energy solutions and intelligent traffic management has reached a critical juncture. One of the key challenges faced is the efficient utilization of roadways to generate power and support the infrastructure of smart highways. Road piezoelectric energy harvesting (RPEH) is a concept that has sparked widespread interest in both industry and academia. The book, titled Principles and Applications in Speed Sensing and Energy Harvesting for Smart Roads , unravels the intricacies of RPEH and presents a visionary solution to power traffic ancillary facilities and wireless sensor devices on highways. Within its pages lies a transformative proposal – harnessing energy from piezoelectric stacks to not only address the power needs of these critical components but also to enable intelligent vehicle speed sensing. This book is for academic scholars and practitioners alike, navigating the intricate landscape of smart highways. Focused on the latest energy harvesting technologies and vehicle speed sensing, it extends an invitation to delve into communication with smart road displays. Tailored for diverse engineering disciplines—electrical, computer, mechanical, and civil—the book contains cutting-edge research in the domain. Aspiring to be a one-stop source for up-to-date information, it guides researchers, students, and industry professionals through state-of-the-art technologies, fostering a deeper understanding of smart highway systems.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781668492147
- Publication Date: May 2024
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Integrative Approaches in Urban Sustainability
Amjad Almusaed
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9780850140033
- Publication Date: Apr 2024
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Civil Engineering Objective Type Questions
S.S. Bhavikatti
- Imprint: TechSar
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9788197069529
- Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Prefabricated Construction for Sustainability and Mass Customization
Masa Noguchi
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781837692521
- Publication Date: Mar 2024
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Infrastructure Possibilities and Human-Centered Approaches With Industry 5.0
Mohammad Ayoub Khan
Infrastructure Possibilities and Human-Centered Approaches With Industry 5.0 is a research book that serves as a comprehensive exploration of the potential impact of Industry 5.0 and the research opportunities presented by it, a new era of industrial revolution that integrates advanced technologies with human expertise and creativity. This book delves into the transformative effects of Industry 5.0 on society, with a particular focus on human-centric approaches and the key areas of agriculture, transportation, healthcare, and more. The book examines the revolutionary impact of Industry 5.0 in various domains. It explores the application of AI and machine learning in revolutionizing agriculture, improving livestock management, optimizing fertilizer usage, and detecting agricultural diseases. Additionally, it delves into the integration of advanced technologies in healthcare, including wearable devices, sensors, and robotics, to provide personalized and efficient healthcare services. Furthermore, the book explores the implications of Industry 5.0 on transportation, smart grid systems, and education. Throughout the discussion, the book addresses the ethical and social considerations associated with Industry 5.0, such as privacy, data protection, and social inequality. Written for research scholars, graduate engineering students, and postgraduate students in the fields of computer science, agriculture, and health engineering, this book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the transformative potential of Industry 5.0.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369307823
- Publication Date: Feb 2024
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Critical Infrastructure
Antonio Di Pietro
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781837681075
- Publication Date: Feb 2024
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Façade Design
Chiara Bedon
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9780850141863
- Publication Date: Jan 2024
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Urban Transition
Marita Wallhagen
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781839624124
- Publication Date: Dec 2023
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Dry Dock Standard
Dry Dock Standard, ASCE/COPRI 77-22, provides guidance on safety certification of commercial drydocking facilities through maintenance and inspection that will minimize risk to personnel and ships.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9780784416006
- Publication Date: Nov 2023
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Navigation Channel Sedimentation Solutions
Tanya M. Beck
MOP 156 describes navigation channel sedimentation, lists solutions to sedimentation problems in those channels, and recommends best practices for predicting navigation channel sedimentation responses resulting from those solutions.
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- ISBN: 9780784416167
- Publication Date: Nov 2023
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Standard Practice for Sustainable Infrastructure
Standard Practice for Sustainable Infrastructure, ASCE/COS 73-23, addresses development and implementation of sustainable infrastructure solutions through the entire infrastructure life-cycle process.
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- ISBN: 9780784415733
- Publication Date: Nov 2023
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Matrix Method of Structural Analysis
S.S. Bhavikatti
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9789390620814
- Publication Date: Oct 2023
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Matrix Method of Structural Analysis
S.S. Bhavikatti
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9789390620913
- Publication Date: Oct 2023
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Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals Through Infrastructure Development
Cristina Raluca Gh. Popescu
Infrastructure development presents significant challenges for both developing and developed countries, hindering their progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Governments often struggle to effectively leverage the necessary resources and expertise for financing and managing infrastructure projects, resulting in untapped potential for sustainable and inclusive development. Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals Through Infrastructure Development , edited by Cristina Raluca Gh. Popescu, Poshan Yu, and Yue Wei, offers a comprehensive guide to address these challenges. Focusing on public-private partnerships (PPPs) as a transformative solution, the book equips policymakers, investors, practitioners, and researchers with the essential knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of infrastructure development and leverage the expertise and resources of the private sector. By showcasing successful case studies, analyzing critical success factors, and providing valuable insights into the implementation of PPPs in both developing and developed countries, this book becomes an indispensable resource for driving progress towards the SDGs. Covering crucial topics such as financing, risk management, legal frameworks, and sustainability considerations, it empowers readers to make informed decisions and foster collaborative partnerships between the public and private sectors. Through its comprehensive roadmap, this book enables stakeholders to unlock the full potential of sustainable and inclusive infrastructure development, paving the way for a prosperous future for all.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369307946
- Publication Date: Oct 2023
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The Complete Facilities Manager
Daniel Demland
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9798765781586
- Publication Date: Aug 2023
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Techniques for Civil Engineering
Vagelis Plevris
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has drawn significant attention with respect to its applications in several scientific fields, varying from big data handling to medical diagnosis. A tremendous transformation has taken place with the emerging application of AI. AI can provide a wide range of solutions to address many challenges in civil engineering. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Techniques for Civil Engineering highlights the latest technologies and applications of AI in structural engineering, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, and more. It features a collection of innovative research on the methods and implementation of AI and machine learning in multiple facets of civil engineering. Covering topics such as damage inspection, safety risk management, and information modeling, this premier reference source is an essential resource for engineers, government officials, business leaders and executives, construction managers, students and faculty of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781668456439
- Publication Date: Jun 2023
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Geoinformatics in Support of Urban Politics and the Development of Civil Engineering
Sérgio António Neves Lousada
In recent years, the world of civil engineering has been changing considerably. Within the many obstacles, barriers, and opportunities, significant challenges should be considered for the future of civil engineering. With the contribution of geoinformatics, several scientific areas associated with civil engineering experienced rapid technological evolution. Considering these challenges, the future of civil engineering can be portrayed. Geoinformatics in Support of Urban Politics and the Development of Civil Engineering portrays the evolution of the world of civil engineering, what happened in recent decades, what will develop in the future, and what the path will be. This work characterizes the different academic areas of civil engineering, demonstrating its evolution. Covering topics such as landslide susceptibility mapping, spatial data, and local development, this premier reference source is an essential resource for policymakers, environmentalists, scientists, technicians, decision makers, engineers, students and educators of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781668464496
- Publication Date: Jun 2023
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Rapid Excavation and Tunneling Conference 2023 Proceedings
Jarrett E. Carlson
Every two years, industry leaders and practitioners from around the world gather at the Rapid Excavation and Tunneling Conference (RETC) to learn about the most recent advances and breakthroughs in this unique field. This book includes the full text of 133 papers presented at the 2023 conference.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9780873355148
- Publication Date: Jun 2023
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