PLL Performance, Simulation, and Design
This book is intended for the reader who whishes to gain a solid understanding of Phased Locked Loop fundamentals. It provides a unique balance that matches theoretical behavior with measured results. Engineers faced with real world design problems will find this book to be a valuable reference providing example implementations, underlying equations, and measured results. In this way, one can have confidence that the equation s truly model reality and can be trusted. The sixth edition is very similar to the fifth edition with the exception that several errata have been corrected.
Smart Mobile Communication & Artificial Intelligence
Interactive mobile technologies are today the core of many-if not all-fields of society. Not only the younger generation of students expects a mobile working and learning environment. And nearly daily new ideas, technologies, and solutions boost this trend. To discuss and assess the trends in the interactive mobile field are the aims connected with the 15th International Conference on Interactive Mobile Communication, Technologies, and Learning (IMCL2023), which was held 9-10 November 2023. Since its beginning in 2006, this conference is devoted to new approaches in interactive mobile technologies with a focus on learning. Nowadays, the IMCL conferences are a forum of the exchange of new research results and relevant trends as well as the exchange of experiences and examples of good practice. Interested readership includes policy makers, academics, educators, researchers in pedagogy and learning theory, schoolteachers, learning Industry, further education lecturers, etc.
Dynamic Modeling and Boundary Control of Flexible Axially Moving System
Efficient Nonlinear Adaptive Filters
This book presents the design, analysis, and application of nonlinear adaptive filters with the goal of improving efficient performance (ie the convergence speed, steady-state error, and computational complexity). The authors present a nonlinear adaptive filter, which is an important part of nonlinear system and digital signal processing and can be applied to diverse fields such as communications, control power system, radar sonar, etc. The authors also present an efficient nonlinear filter model and robust adaptive filtering algorithm based on the local cost function of optimal criterion to overcome non-Gaussian noise interference. The authors show how these achievements provide new theories and methods for robust adaptive filtering of nonlinear and non-Gaussian systems. The book is written for the scientist and engineer who are not necessarily an expert in the specific nonlinear filtering field but who want to learn about the current research and application. The book is also writtento accompany a graduate/PhD course in the area of nonlinear system and adaptive signal processing.
The Mind's Mirror
Imagine a technology capable of discovering new drugs in days instead of years, helping scientists map distant galaxies and decode the language of whales, and aiding the rest of us in mundane daily tasks, from drafting email responses to preparing dinner. Now consider that this same technology poses risks to our jobs and society as a whole. Artificial Intelligence is no longer science fiction; it is upending our world today.As advances in AI spark fear and confusion, The Mind's Mirror reminds us that in spite of the very real and pressing challenges, AI is a force with enormous potential to improve human life. Computer scientist and AI researcher Daniela Rus, along with science writer Gregory Mone, offers an expert perspective as a leader in the field who has witnessed many technological hype cycles. Rus and Mone illustrate the ways in which AI can help us become more productive, knowledgeable, creative, insightful, and even empathetic, along with the many risks associated with misuse. The Mind's Mirror shows readers how AI works and explores what we, as individuals and as a society, must do to mitigate dangerous outcomes and ensure a positive impact for as many people as possible. The result is an accessible and lively exploration of the underlying technology and its limitations and possibilities--a book that illuminates our possible futures in the hopes of forging the best path forward.
Fundamentals of Modern Electric Circuit Analysis and Filter Synthesis
This textbook explains the fundamentals of electric circuits and uses the transfer function as a tool to analyze circuits, systems, and filters. The author avoids the Fourier transform, since this topic is often not taught in circuits courses. General transfer functions for low pass, high pass, band pass and band reject filters are demonstrated, with first order and higher order filters explained in plain language. The author's presentation is designed to be accessible to a broad audience, with the concepts of circuit analysis explained in basic language, reinforced by numerous, solved examples.
Multi-Gigahertz Nyquist Analog-To-Digital Converters
This book proposes innovative circuit, architecture, and system solutions in deep-scaled CMOS and FinFET technologies, which address the challenges in maximizing the accuracy*speed/power of multi-GHz sample rate and bandwidth Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC)s. A new holistic approach is introduced that first identifies the major error sources of a converter' building blocks, and quantitatively analyzes their impact on the overall performance, establishing the fundamental circuit-imposed accuracy - speed - power limits. The analysis extends to the architecture level, by introducing a mathematical framework to estimate and compare the accuracy - speed - power limits of several ADC architectures and variants. To gain system-level insight, time-interleaving is covered in detail, and a framework is also introduced to compare key metrics of interleaver architectures quantitatively. The impact of technology is also considered by adding process effects from several deep-scaled CMOS technologies. The validity of the introduced analytical approach and the feasibility of the proposed concepts are demonstrated by four silicon prototype Integrated Circuits (IC)s, realized in ultra-deep-scaled CMOS and FinFET technologies.Introduces a new, holistic approach for the analysis and design of high-performance ADCs in deep-scaled CMOS technologies, from theoretical concepts to silicon bring-up and verification;Describes novel methods and techniques to push the accuracy - speed - power boundaries of multi-GHz ADCs, analyzing core and peripheral circuits' trade-offs across the entire ADC chain;Supports the introduced analysis and design concepts by four state-of-the-art silicon prototype ICs, implemented in 28nm bulk CMOS and 16nm FinFET technologies;Provides a useful reference and a valuable tool for beginners as well as experienced ADC design engineers.
Fiber-Based Optical Resonators
After laying the foundation by explaining the fundamental principles of light propagation and optical resonators, this book delves into the realm of implementing resonators through a fiber-based approach. It extensively explores fiber-based resonators, encompassing a comprehensive discussion spanning from their intricacies of design to their pivotal roles in advancing quantum optics experiments. Furthermore, it details the design techniques, meticulously explaining the latest developments within this dynamic field. There are vivid illustrations highlighting the various applications of resonators in experimental optics and cavity quantum electrodynamics. Also, a discourse is presented regarding the future potential of fiber-based resonators in quantum technology. The book serves as a valuable resource for individuals with an interest in optical resonators and their boundless possibilities.
The Method of Moments in Electromagnetics
This book is intended for students, researchers and industry experts working in area of computational electromagnetics and the MoM. Providing a bridge between theory and software implementation, the book incorporates significant background material, while presenting practical, nuts-and-bolts implementation details.
Origami Antennas for Wireless Communication Systems
This book discusses the lightweight, reconfigurable, and deployable origami antennas for adaptive communication systems. Traditional antennas, with their fixed characteristics, struggle to meet the evolving needs of modern communication systems. Reconfigurable antennas, on the other hand, can dynamically adjust their operating parameters, offering significant advantages in terms of performance, size, and cost. Origami technology has emerged as a disruptive force in antenna design, enabling the development of lightweight, reconfigurable antennas with tailored radiation characteristics. Deployable origami antennas offer a transformative solution for applications demanding mobility and rapid deployment in challenging environments. These innovative antennas hold immense promise to revolutionize communication systems, paving the way for a future where adaptability and versatility are paramount. This book offers a comprehensive guide to origami antenna technology, encompassing both fundamentals and practical applications. It might be a valuable resource for researchers and engineers working in the field of antenna development, particularly those focused on wireless communication systems with reconfigurability and deployability are essential design prerequisites.
Image Co-Segmentation
This book presents and analyzes methods to perform image co-segmentation. In this book, the authors describe efficient solutions to this problem ensuring robustness and accuracy, and provide theoretical analysis for the same. Six different methods for image co-segmentation are presented. These methods use concepts from statistical mode detection, subgraph matching, latent class graph, region growing, graph CNN, conditional encoder-decoder network, meta-learning, conditional variational encoder-decoder, and attention mechanisms. The authors have included several block diagrams and illustrative examples for the ease of readers. This book is a highly useful resource to researchers and academicians not only in the specific area of image co-segmentation but also in related areas of image processing, graph neural networks, statistical learning, and few-shot learning.
MOS Interface Physics, Process and Characterization
The electronic device based on Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOS) structure is the most important component of a large-scale integrated circuit, and is therefore a fundamental building block of the information society. Indeed, high quality MOS structure is the key to achieving high performance devices and integrated circuits. Meanwhile, the control of interface physics, process and characterization methods determine the quality of MOS structure.This book tries to answer five key questions: Why are high-performance integrated circuits bonded together so closely with MOS structure? Which physical phenomena occur in MOS structure? How do these phenomena affect the performance of MOS structure? How can we observe and quantify these phenomena scientifically? How to control the above phenomena through process? Principles are explained based on common experimental phenomena, from sensibility to rationality, via abundant experimental examples focusing on MOS structure, including specific experimental steps with a strong level of operability. This book will be an essential reference for engineers in semiconductor related fields and academics and postgraduates within the field of microelectronics.
Data-Driven Model-Free Controllers
This book categorizes the wide area of data-driven model-free controllers, reveals the exact benefits of such controllers, and gives the in-depth theory and mathematical proofs behind them. Each chapter includes a section for presenting the theory and mathematical definitions as well as examples of the corresponding control algorithms.
ECG Denoising Based on Total Variation Denoising and Wavelets
This book details a number of electrocardiogram (ECG) denoising techniques based on total variation denoising and different wavelet transforms. The transforms covered include Lifting Wavelet Transform (LWT) and the Stationary Bionic Wavelet Transform (SBWT). The book includes three chapters that are wavelets and wavelet transforms, a denoising technique based on SBWT and WATV, and an ECG denoising technique based on LWT and TVM. The book is relevant to researchers, students, and academics in signal processing and biomedical engineering.
Machine Learning-Based Design and Optimization of High-Speed Circuits
This book describes machine learning-based new principles, methods of design and optimization of high-speed integrated circuits, included in one electronic system, which can exchange information between each other up to 128/256/512 Gbps speed. The efficiency of methods has been proven and is described on the examples of practical designs. This will enable readers to use them in similar electronic system designs. The author demonstrates newly developed principles and methods to accelerate communication between ICs, working in non-standard operating conditions, considering signal deviation compensation with linearity self-calibration. The observed circuit types also include but are not limited to mixed-signal, high performance heterogeneous integrated circuits as well as digital cores.
High-Z Materials for X-Ray Detection
This book will provide readers with a good overview of some of most recent advances in the field of High-Z materials. There will be a good mixture of general chapters in both technology and applications in opto-electronics, X-ray detection and emerging optoelectronics applications. The book will have an in-depth review of the research topics from world-leading specialists in the field.
Machine Learning Applications in Electronic Design Automation
​This book serves as a single-source reference to key machine learning (ML) applications and methods in digital and analog design and verification. Experts from academia and industry cover a wide range of the latest research on ML applications in electronic design automation (EDA), including analysis and optimization of digital design, analysis and optimization of analog design, as well as functional verification, FPGA and system level designs, design for manufacturing (DFM), and design space exploration. The authors also cover key ML methods such as classical ML, deep learning models such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs), graph neural networks (GNNs), generative adversarial networks (GANs) and optimization methods such as reinforcement learning (RL) and Bayesian optimization (BO). All of these topics are valuable to chip designers and EDA developers and researchers working in digital and analog designs and verification.
Early Soft Error Reliability Assessment of Convolutional Neural Networks Executing on Resource-Constrained Iot Edge Devices
This book describes an extensive and consistent soft error assessment of convolutional neural network (CNN) models from different domains through more than 14.8 million fault injections, considering different precision bit-width configurations, optimization parameters, and processor models. The authors also evaluate the relative performance, memory utilization, and soft error reliability trade-offs analysis of different CNN models considering a compiler-based technique w.r.t. traditional redundancy approaches.
Optimizing Analog Communication Systems. A Simulink-Based Approach for Bandwidth, Frequency, and Waveform Analysis
Seminar paper from the year 2019 in the subject Engineering - Communication Technology, grade: A, Monash University Malaysia, Sunway Campus (APU), course: Mechatronics, language: English, abstract: Communication systems play a pivotal role in human life, serving as the conduits for information exchange across diverse realms. This paper delves into the intricacies of communication systems, categorizing them based on power efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and wide-band efficiency. Building on the seminal work of Hanzo, Webb, and Keller (2000), the study emphasizes the fundamental components of sender and receiver within communication systems, crucial for both analog and digital transmissions. The research focuses on the practical implementation of communication systems, employing Simulink as a powerful software tool. The study employs a comprehensive block diagram to illustrate the core components of a Communication System, emphasizing the critical role of Simulink in simulating and controlling analog communication systems. Through this approach, the paper investigates key characteristics such as bandwidth, frequency, and waveform, providing insights into baseband, modulation cases, and construction scenarios. The integration of Simulink facilitates a deeper understanding of the system's behavior and performance, offering valuable implications for optimizing analog communication systems in real-world applications.
Enhancing Communication Systems through Advanced Modulation Techniques. A MATLAB and SIMULINK Approach
Seminar paper from the year 2019 in the subject Engineering - Communication Technology, grade: A, The University of Malaya (Asia Pacific University), language: English, abstract: This paper explores the role of modulation in telecommunications, where audio, video, image, or text information is embedded into carrier signals for efficient transmission. The study delves into three fundamental types of modulation - Amplitude Modulation (AM), Frequency Modulation (FM), and Phase Modulation (PM) - with a specific focus on the intricate details of AM. By employing MATLAB, a powerful language for technical computing, and its companion tool SIMULINK, a simulation and model-based design environment, this paper demonstrates an innovative approach to enhance communication systems. MATLAB's array-based computation and toolboxes for signal processing synergize seamlessly with SIMULINK's graphical programming capabilities, offering a comprehensive solution for modeling, simulating, and analyzing dynamic systems. The integration of these technologies not only facilitates the implementation of advanced modulation techniques but also enables systematic verification and validation, ultimately contributing to the evolution of robust communication infrastructures.
Arduino V: Machine Learning
​This book is about the Arduino microcontroller and the Arduino concept. The visionary Arduino represented a new innovation in microcontroller hardware in 2005, the concept of open source hardware, making a broad range of computing accessible for all.This book, "Arduino V: AI and Machine Learning," is an accessible primer on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for those without a deep AI and ML background. The author concentrates on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications for microcontroller-based systems. The intent is to introduce the concepts and allow readers to practice on low cost, accessible Arduino hardware and software. Readers should find this book a starting point, an introduction, to this fascinating field. A number of references are provided for further exploration.
Phase-Locked Loops
Phase-Locked Loops Discover the essential materials for phase-locked loop circuit design, from fundamentals to practical design aspects A phase-locked loop (PLL) is a type of circuit with a range of important applications in telecommunications and computing. It generates an output signal with a controlled relationship to an input signal, such as an oscillator which matches the phases of input and output signals. This is a critical function in coherent communication systems, with the result that the theory and design of these circuits are essential to electronic communications of all kinds. Phase-Locked Loops: System Perspectives and Circuit Design Aspects provides a concise, accessible introduction to PLL design. It introduces readers to the role of PLLs in modern communication systems, the fundamental techniques of phase-lock circuitry, and the possible applications of PLLs in a wide variety of electronic communications contexts. The first book of its kind to incorporate modern architectures and to balance theoretical fundamentals with detailed design insights, this promises to be a must-own text for students and industry professionals. The book also features: Coverage of PLL basics with insightful analysis and examples tailored for circuit designers Applications of PLLs for both wireless and wireline systems Practical circuit design aspects for modern frequency generation, frequency modulation, and clock recovery systems Phase-Locked Loops is essential for graduate students and advanced undergraduates in integrated circuit design, as well researchers and engineers in electrical and computing subjects.
Nanoelectronics
This course text provides comprehensive coverage for fundamental and advanced courses in nanoelectronics. It provides insight into the future of electronics, emerging devices, logic and memory, sensors, systems architecture, nanofabrication, and the fundamental physics behind nanoelectronics. After reading the book, students will be able to understand the applications and design principles of nanodevices and nanosensors. The content is organised into nine chapters, each covering a specific area and written in accessible language. The topics covered include physical and technological limitations of nano CMOS devices, quantum physics, simulation and modelling, nanofabrication, emerging logic and memory devices and application areas including nanoarchitectures, sensors, and transducers. The book is a core text for senior undergraduate and postgraduate courses in nanoelectronics, and a valuable reference for researchers, engineers and specialists in fields including electronic devices, solid-state physics and nanotechnology.Key Features Core text for senior undergraduate and postgraduate courses in nanoelectronics Brings together all related aspects of nanoelectronics, including quantum physics, nanofabrication, electronics and applications Provides insight into the future of electronics, emerging devices, logic and memory, sensors, systems architecture, nanofabrication, and fundamental physics Written in an accessible style and supported by diagrams, end-of-chapter summaries and questions to aid learning "The two authors of the book have done an excellent job in presenting the material in an easy-to-read manner on a very futuristic topic. This book will be valuable for researchers and students in the subject area of rapidly growing nanoelectronics."Nihal Kularatna, University of Waikato, New Zealand 2025 IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine
Elements of Electromigration
In this invaluable resource for graduate students and practicing professionals, Tu and Liu provide a comprehensive account of electromigration and give a practical guide on how to manage its effects in microelectronic devices, especially newer devices that make use of 3D architectures.In the era of big data and artificial intelligence, next-generation microelectronic devices for consumers must be smaller, consume less power, cost less, and, most importantly, have higher functionality and reliability than ever before. However, with miniaturization, the average current density increases, and so does the probability of electromigration failure. This book covers all critical elements of electromigration, including basic theory, various failure modes induced by electromigration, methods to prevent failure, and equations for predicting mean-time-to-failure. Furthermore, effects such as stress, Joule heating, current crowding, and oxidation on electromigration are covered, and the new and modified mean-time-to-failure equations based on low entropy production are given. Readers will be able to apply this information to the design and application of microelectronic devices to minimize the risk of electromigration-induced failure in microelectronic devices.This book essential for anyone who wants to understand these critical elements and minimize their effects. It is particularly valuable for both graduate students of electrical engineering and materials science engineering and engineers working in the semiconductor and electronic packaging technology industries.
Advanced Digital System Design Using Soc FPGAs
This textbook teaches students techniques for the design of advanced digital systems using System-on-Chip (SoC) Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). The author demonstrates design of custom hardware components for the FPGA fabric using VHDL, with implementation of custom hardware-software interfaces. Readers gain hands-on experience by writing programs and Linux device drivers in C to interact with custom hardware. This textbook enables laboratory experience in the design of custom digital systems using SoC FPGAs, emphasizing computational tasks such as digital signal processing, audio, or video processing.
Fundamental Electrical and Electronic Principles
Covering the essential principles for courses to state-of-the-art technology, this edition has more focus on electronic principles, balanced with electrical principles. Fuller coverage is given to active electronics, now with diodes and transistors, with worked examples, Q&As, and detailed practical assignments.
Frontiers of Quality Electronic Design (Qed)
Quality Electronic Design (QED)'s landscape spans a vast region where territories of many participating disciplines and technologies overlap. This book explores the latest trends in several key topics related to quality electronic design, with emphasis on Hardware Security, Cybersecurity, Machine Learning, and application of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The book includes topics in nonvolatile memories (NVM), Internet of Things (IoT), FPGA, and Neural Networks.
Fundamental Electrical and Electronic Principles
Covering the essential principles for courses to state-of-the-art technology, this edition has more focus on electronic principles, balanced with electrical principles. Fuller coverage is given to active electronics, now with diodes and transistors, with worked examples, Q&As, and detailed practical assignments.
Advanced MOS Devices and their Circuit Applications
This text comprehensively discusses the advanced MOS devices and their circuit applications with reliability concerns. Further, an energy-efficient Tunnel FET-based circuit application will be investigated in terms of the output voltage, power efficiency, energy consumption, and performances using the device circuit co-design approach.The book: Discusses advanced MOS devices and their circuit design for energy- efficient systems on chips (SoCs) Covers MOS devices, materials, and related semiconductor transistor technologies for the next-generation ultra-low-power applications Examines the use of field-effect transistors for biosensing circuit applications and covers reliability design considerations and compact modeling of advanced low-power MOS transistors Includes research problem statements with specifications and commercially available industry data in the appendix Presents Verilog-A model-based simulations for circuit analysis The volume provides detailed discussions of DC and analog/RF characteristics, effects of trap-assisted tunneling (TAT) for reliability analysis, spacer-underlap engineering methodology, doping profile analysis, and work-function techniques. It further covers novel MOS devices including FinFET, Graphene field-effect transistor, Tunnel FETS, and Flash memory devices. It will serve as an ideal design book for senior undergraduate students, graduate students, and academic researchers in the fields including electrical engineering, electronics and communication engineering, computer engineering, materials science, nanoscience, and nanotechnology.
Sound and Robotics
Sound in human-robot interaction currently encompasses a wide range of approaches and methodologies that is not easily classified, analyzed, or compared between projects.
Hard Real-Time Computing Systems
This book is a basic treatise on real-time computing, with particular emphasis on predictable scheduling algorithms. The main objectives of the book are to introduce the basic concepts of real-time computing, illustrate the most significant results in the field, and provide the basic methodologies for designing predictable computing systems useful in supporting critical control applications.Hard Real-Time Computing Systems is written for instructional use and is organized to enable readers without a strong knowledge of the subject matter to quickly grasp the material. Technical concepts are clearly defined at the beginning of each chapter, and algorithm descriptions are corroborated through concrete examples, illustrations, and tables. This new, fourth edition includes new sections to explain the variable-rate task model, how to improve predictability and safety in cyber-physical real-time systems that exploit machine learning algorithms, additional coverage on Response Time Analysis, and a new chapter on implementing periodic real-time tasks under Linux..
The Economy of Algorithms
Welcome to the economy of algorithms. It's here and it's growing. In the past few years, we have been flooded with examples of impressive technology. Algorithms have been around for hundreds of years, but they have only recently begun to 'escape' our understanding. When algorithms perform certain tasks, they're not just as good as us, they're becoming infinitely better, and, at the same time, massively more surprising. We are so impressed by what they can do that we give them a lot of agency. But because they are so hard to comprehend, this leads to all kinds of unintended consequences. In the 20th century, things were simple: we had the economy of corporations. In the first two decades of the 21st century, we saw the emergence of the economy of people, otherwise known as the digital economy, enabled by the internet. Now we're seeing a new economy take shape: the economy of algorithms.
A Practical Approach to VLSI System on Chip (Soc) Design
Now in a thoroughly revised second edition, this practical practitioner guide provides a comprehensive overview of the SoC design process. It explains end-to-end system on chip (SoC) design processes and includes updated coverage of design methodology, the design environment, EDA tool flow, design decisions, choice of design intellectual property (IP) cores, sign-off procedures, and design infrastructure requirements. The second edition provides new information on SOC trends and updated design cases. Coverage also includes critical advanced guidance on the latest UPF-based low power design flow, challenges of deep submicron technologies, and 3D design fundamentals, which will prepare the readers for the challenges of working at the nanotechnology scale. A Practical Approach to VLSI System on Chip (SoC) Design: A Comprehensive Guide, Second Edition provides engineers who aspire to become VLSI designers with all the necessary information and details of EDA tools. It willbe a valuable professional reference for those working on VLSI design and verification portfolios in complex SoC designs
Explainable AI for Cybersecurity
This book provides a comprehensive overview of security vulnerabilities and state-of-the-art countermeasures using explainable artificial intelligence (AI). Specifically, it describes how explainable AI can be effectively used for detection and mitigation of hardware vulnerabilities (e.g., hardware Trojans) as well as software attacks (e.g., malware and ransomware). It provides insights into the security threats towards machine learning models and presents effective countermeasures. It also explores hardware acceleration of explainable AI algorithms. The reader will be able to comprehend a complete picture of cybersecurity challenges and how to detect them using explainable AI. This book serves as a single source of reference for students, researchers, engineers, and practitioners for designing secure and trustworthy systems.
Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuits in Nanoscale CMOS
This book provides readers with a single-source reference to the state-of-the-art in analog and mixed-signal circuit design in nanoscale CMOS. Renowned authors from academia describe creative circuit solutions and techniques, in state-of-the-art designs, enabling readers to deal with today's technology demands for high integration levels with a strong miniaturization capability.
Integrated Circuit Fabrication
Master fundamental technologies for modern semiconductor integrated circuits with this definitive textbook. It includes an early introduction of a state-of-the-art CMOS process flow, exposes students to big-picture thinking from the outset, and encourages a practical integration mindset. Extensive use of process and TCAD simulation, using industry tools such as Silvaco Athena and Victory Process, provides students with deeper insight into physical principles, and prepares them for applying these tools in a real-world setting. Accessible framing assumes only a basic background in chemistry, physics and mathematics, providing a gentle introduction for students from a wide range of backgrounds; and over 450 figures (many in color), and more than 280 end-of-chapter problems, will support and cement student understanding. Accompanied by lecture slides and solutions for instructors, this is the ideal introduction to semiconductor technology for senior undergraduate and graduate students in electrical engineering, materials science and physics, and for semiconductor engineering professionals seeking an authoritative introductory reference.
Telerobotics, Automation, and Human Supervisory Control
This reference brings together a variety of theories and technologies that have emerged in a number of fields of application, describing common themes, presenting experiments and hardware embodiments as examples, and discussing the advantages and the drawbacks of this new form of human-machine interaction.For the past three decades, the author and his colleagues in the MIT Man-Machine Systems Laboratory have been carrying out experimental research in the area of teleoperation, telerobotics, and supervisory control - a new form of technology that allows humans to work through machines in hazardous environments and control complex systems such as aircraft and nuclear power plants. This timely reference brings together a variety of theories and technologies that have emerged in a number of fields of application, describing common themes, presenting experiments and hardware embodiments as examples, and discussing the advantages and the drawbacks of this new form of human-machine interaction.There are many places - such as outer space, the oceans, and nuclear, biologically, and chemically toxic environments - that are inaccessible or hazardous to humans but in which work needs to be done. Telerobotics - remote supervision by human operators of robotic or semiautomatic devices - is a way to enter these difficult environments. Yet it raises a host of problems, such as the retrieval of sensory information for the human operator, and how to control the remote devices with sufficient dexterity. In its complete coverage of the theoretical and technological aspects of telerobotics and human-computer cooperation in the control of complex systems, this book moves beyond the simplistic notion of humans versus automation to provide the necessary background for exploring a new and informed cooperative relationship between humans and machines.ContentsIntroduction - Theory and Models of Supervisory Control: Frameworks and Fragments - Supervisory Control of Anthropomorphic Teleoperators for Space, Undersea, and Other Applications - Supervisory Control in Transportation, Process, and Other Automated Systems - Social Implications of Telerobotics, Automation, and Supervisory Control
Infrastructure Robotics
Infrastructure Robotics Illuminating resource presenting commonly used robotic methodologies and technologies, with recent developments and clear application examples across different project types Infrastructure Robotics presents state-of-the-art research in infrastructure robotics and key methodologies that enable the development of intelligent robots for operation in civil infrastructure environments, describing sensing, perception, localization, map building, environmental and operation awareness, motion and task planning, design methodologies, robot assistance paradigms, and physical human-robot collaboration. The text also presents many case studies of robotic systems developed for real-world applications in maintaining various civil infrastructures, including steel bridges, tunnels, underground water mains, underwater structures, and sewer pipes. In addition, later chapters discuss lessons learned in deployment of intelligent robots in practical applications overall. Infrastructure Robotics provides a timely and thorough treatment of the subject pertaining to recent developments, such as computer vision and machine learning techniques that have been used in inspection and condition assessment of critical civil infrastructures, including bridges, tunnels, and more. Written by highly qualified contributors with significant experience in both academia and industry, Infrastructure Robotics covers topics such as: Design methods for application of robots in civil infrastructure inspired by biological systems including ants, inchworms, and humans Fundamental aspects of research on intelligent robotic co-workers for human-robot collaborative operations The ROBO-SPECT European project and a robotized alternative to manual tunnel structural inspection and assessment Wider context for the use of additive manufacturing techniques on construction sites Infrastructure Robotics is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and graduate students in related fields. Professionals in civil engineering, asset management, and project management who wish to be on the cutting edge of the future of their industries will also benefit from the text.
Semiconductor Product Engineering, Quality and Operations
This book captures the author's 35+ years of learning & experience in the semiconductor chip industry to provide a proven roadmap for successful, new product introduction process, tailored specifically to the semiconductor industry. The content includes a simplified process flow, success metrics, execution guidelines, checklists & calculators. The presentation is based on a product engineering centric "NPI hub" and the author guides readers through the complete process of semiconductor new product introduction, ensuring a successful plan execution.
Introduction to Lidar Remote Sensing
Explains the fundamental concepts of LiDAR technology and its extended spaceborne, airborne, terrestrial, mobile, UAV platforms. It addresses the challenges of massive LiDAR data intelligent processing, LiDAR software, and in-depth applications. A comprehensive resource for students and practitioners in the field of LiDAR remote sensing.
Formal and Practical Techniques for the Complex System Design Process Using Virtual Prototypes
This book deals with formal and practical approaches for early fast modeling and verification of complex digital processor hardware and software using SystemC-based virtual prototypes. As a special focus, modeling approaches of instruction-level behavior of System-on-Chips and the connected off-chip digital devices are addressed. Featured verification approaches are based on symbolic execution of simulated hardware devices or on classical discrete execution of the whole system with dynamic data flow tracking. The approaches are accompanied by Case-Studies that develop and build on top of an open-source RISC-V SoC simulation.In Particular, this book:
Laser Applications in Manufacturing
This book introduces emerging areas of laser-based manufacturing such as additive manufacturing of metal matrix composites, joining of hard to weld superalloys, damage-free machining of fiber-reinforced composites, surface properties enhancement using cladding techniques, and modeling and simulation of laser beam manufacturing techniques.
Advanced Chassis Control Technology for Steer-By-Wire Vehicles
This book details state-of-the-art drive by wire technology, enabling engineers to create safer and smarter steering technology. With applications in Formula 1 driving, this book is an accessible yet ambitious introduction to the technology that is fast becoming the future of road vehicles.
Innovate, Automate, Elevate
What is Smart Home Automation?In today's world, where the power of technology is constantly evolving, the concept of smart home automation has gained tremendous popularity. This subchapter aims to introduce students to the fascinating world of smart home solutions and how they can revolutionize our daily lives.So, what exactly is smart home automation? Simply put, it is the integration of various electronic devices and systems within a house to create an interconnected network that can be controlled remotely. Imagine being able to control your lights, thermostat, security cameras, and even your kitchen appliances with just a few taps on your smartphone or through voice commands. That's the power of smart home automation!One of the key advantages of smart home automation is convenience. Students, like any other busy individuals, often find themselves juggling multiple tasks and responsibilities. With smart home technology, you can automate repetitive tasks and create personalized schedules for your devices. For instance, you can program your lights to turn on gradually in the morning, simulating a natural sunrise and helping you wake up refreshed.Moreover, smart home automation offers enhanced energy efficiency. By monitoring your energy consumption and optimizing the usage of your devices, you can significantly reduce your carbon footprint and save money on utility bills. For students who are conscious about the environment and want to make a positive impact, adopting smart home solutions is a step in the right direction.Furthermore, smart home automation provides an added layer of security. With integrated security systems, you can remotely monitor your home, receive real-time alerts, and even control your door locks. This ensures that your living space is safe and secure, giving you peace of mind, especially when you are away from home for extended periods.
