This book reflects the latest research trends, methods and experimental results in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Transportation, which covers abundant state-of-the-art research theories and ideas. As a vital research area that is highly relevant to current developments in a number of technological domains, the topics covered include Autonomous Transportation Systems, Autonomous Transportation Management and Control Technology, Autonomous Transportation Equipment Techn...

This conference proceedings is a collection of papers accepted for CENet2024 - the 14th International Conference on Computer Engineering and Networks, held in Kashi, China, 18-21 October 2024. The topics covered include Internet of Things and Smart Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Applications, Detection, Analysis and Application of Communication Systems, Cloud Computing and Security, and Medical Engineering and Information Systems. Each section of this book can serve as an excellent r...

This book presents state-of-the-art research advances in the field of wireless sensor networks systems and approaches. It provides in-depth study on a number of major topics such as protocols, localization, coverage control, community detection, small world analysis, etc. Multidisciplinary in nature and closely integrating theory and practice, the book will be of interest to all university researchers, telecommunications engineers and graduate students in wireless sensor networks who wish ...

This book attempts to build semiotics on a new foundation, which is “meaning-making”. At the very beginning, the central terms of signs and semiotics are redefined, as the old definition for sign (one thing standing for another) is far from satisfactory. Sign is a perception that is regarded as carrying meaning. In this way, semiotics, now built on the foundation of meaning-making and meaning-cognition, is a science of meaning. All the principles are now under the scrutiny of the new defin...

Flexible Batteries highlights the key advances in flexible batteries, a booming new direction in the energy storage field.The authors first introduce lithium-ion batteries, which are currently the most widely used batteries. Flexible aqueous batteries such as aqueous lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and zinc-ion batteries are discussed subsequently due to the safety concerns in organic electrolytes. Since flexible metal-air batteries are recognized as primary choices for t...

This book compiles exceptional papers presented at the 19th Annual Conference of the China Electrotechnical Society (CES), held in Xi'an, China, from September 20 to 22, 2024. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including electrical technology, power systems, electromagnetic emission technology, and electrical equipment. The book highlights innovative solutions that integrate concepts from various disciplines, making it a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, practitioners, rese...

This book compiles exceptional papers presented at the 19th Annual Conference of the China Electrotechnical Society (CES), held in Xi'an, China, from September 20 to 22, 2024. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including electrical technology, power systems, electromagnetic emission technology, and electrical equipment. The book highlights innovative solutions that integrate concepts from various disciplines, making it a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, practitioners, rese...

As the pharmaceutical industry navigates this new era of technological innovation, the integration of AI, big data, and advanced analytics into clinical trials holds immense potential to transform drug development. Clinical Trial Modernization: Technological, Operational, and Regulatory Advances provides a comprehensive overview of the current trends, challenges, and opportunities in modernizing clinical trials, offering a roadmap for stakeholders in this evolving field.Th...

Provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of nanocarbon electrochemistryThe discoveries of new carbon materials such as fullerene, graphene, carbon nanotubes, graphene nanoribbon, carbon dots, and graphdiyne have triggered numerous research advances in the field of electrochemistry. This book brings together up-to-date accounts of the recent progress, developments, and achievements in the electrochemistry of different carbon materials, focusing on their un...

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The epic sequel to The Scorpion and the Night Blossom, continuing the dark and opulent fantasy saga of demons, dangerous magic, and forbidden love as Àn’yīng fights to save her kingdom from destruction.A decade ago, the Kingdom of Night began the war against the Kingdom of Rivers, ravaging the lands and releasing mó—beautiful, ravenous demons—to roam free, drinking the souls of mortals. Now the mó have made it b...

Administrative Monopoly in China: Causes, Behaviors, and Termination is a further work of our previous book, China's State-Owned Enterprises: Nature, Performance and Reform. This new book analyzes the SOEs with respect to monopoly, and focuses on six industries: telecommunication, petroleum, railway, salt, banking and football.The book tells the history of how administrative monopolies were formed in China, analyzes the factors responsible for this, describes the behaviors of administrativ...

Return to the hidden world of the cursed Descendants of the Zodiac, where magic intertwines with dark academia at a boarding school dedicated to restoring their glory. In this thrilling sequel, the Descendants must navigate the aftermath of a chaotic heist and rescue a fallen comrade—all while battling dark forces determined to tear them apart.A vampire on the run. A shapeshifter with a haunting past. A mortal trapped in enemy territory. And a werewolf with...