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Hardback. Presents an overview of systems science for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, this edition adds supplemental examples and exercises, and a selection of papers in systems science. Series: IFSR International Series on Systems Science and Engineering. Num Pages: 740 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; UY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 41. Weight in Grams: 2730.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Edition
2nd ed. 2001
Number of pages
740
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306466236
ISBN
9780306466236
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 443.93

Hardback. Offers an introduction to the methods of modern control theory and engineering. This book offers a historical overview of automatic control, from ancient Greece to the 1970's, when this discipline matured into a field for electrical, mechanical, aerospace, chemical, and biomedical engineers, as well as mathematicians, and computer scientists. Series: University Series in Mathematics. Num Pages: 381 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; TJFM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 167 x 242 x 32. Weight in Grams: 718.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
381
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306467431
ISBN
9780306467431
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 290.33

hardcover. This book provides an up-to-date introduction to information theory. It provides the first comprehensive treatment of the theory of I-Measure, network coding theory, Shannon and non-Shannon type information inequalities, and a relation between entropy and group theory. Series: Information Technology: Transmission, Processing and Storage. Num Pages: 412 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; T. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 165 x 32. Weight in Grams: 818.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Springer United States
Edition
1st ed. 2002. Corr. 3rd printing. 2006
Number of pages
412
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306467912
ISBN
9780306467912
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 230.20

Hardback. Proceedings of the Seventh International Conference of the UK Systems Society, held July 7th to 10th, 2002, at York University, UK Editor(s): Ragsdell, Gillian; West, Daune; Wilby, Jennifer. Num Pages: 478 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 856.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
478
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306472473
ISBN
9780306472473
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 203.68

Hardback. Presents both a comprehensive framework for characterizing various forms of systems problems, and a set of specific methodologies for some key problems. These methodologies are based on a combination of classical and fuzzy set theories, probability and possibility theories, graph and hypergraph theories, and information theory, among others. Series: IFSR International Series on Systems Science and Engineering. Num Pages: 349 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; PBC; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 713.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Edition
2nd ed. 2003
Number of pages
349
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306473579
ISBN
9780306473579
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 129.47

Hardback. Aims to recall to the systems community an important challenge to be dealt with in the immediate future: the study and characterization of general features of what is commonly qualified as 'emergence', chiefly in complex systems such as biological and cognitive ones. Editor(s): Minati, Gianfranco; Pessa, Eliano. Num Pages: 394 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 2230.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
394
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306473586
ISBN
9780306473586
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 213.52

Hardback. Presents generic silicon architectures for the DES and Rijndael symmetric key encryption algorithms. This book describes efficient silicon SHA-1, SHA-2 and HMAC hash algorithm architectures. It also provides a guide to the design and development process involved in the translation from encryption algorithm to silicon chip implementation. Num Pages: 160 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPJ; URY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 960.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306478826
ISBN
9780306478826
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 131.15

Paperback. Explores ethical interpretations of biotechnology and examines whether sufficient consensus exists or is emerging to enable this technology to occupy a stable role in the techno-economic, social and cultural order. The contributors address the nature and implications of biotechnologies for nature, life and social organisation. Editor(s): Campling, Jo; O'Mahony, Patrick. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPF; HPQ; JFFR; JHBA; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 392.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333665886
ISBN
9780333665886
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 71.57

Hardback. This text examines both the normative and the descriptive approaches to decision theory. Special emphasis is laid on "offshoots" of both theories to cognitive psychology, theoretical biology, and philosophy. Num Pages: 486 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPQ; JMAL; JMR; PBB; PBUD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 148 x 39. Weight in Grams: 788.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
486
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333681473
ISBN
9780333681473
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 196.12

hardcover. A survey of concepts and techniques for describing and analyzing large-scale time-series data streams. It covers such topics as: algorithms for query by humming, gamma-ray burst detection, and density detection. It includes self-contained descriptions of wavelets, fast Fourier transforms, and sketches as they apply to time-series analysis. Editor(s): New York University; Ryan, Donna. Series: Monographs in Computer Science. Num Pages: 205 pages, 45 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 482.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Springer/Sci-Tech/Trade United States
Number of pages
205
Condition
New
Edition
2004th Edition
SKU
V9780387008578
ISBN
9780387008578
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 127.90

Hardback. Marginal models are often the best way of answering research questions involving dependent observations. This comprehensive overview of the basic principles of marginal modeling offers a wide range of possible applications through many real world examples. Series: Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences. Num Pages: 279 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; GPS; JHBC; PBT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 163 x 21. Weight in Grams: 570.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
279
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387096094
ISBN
9780387096094
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 133.13

Hardback. Based on the research that has been conducted at Wharton Risk Management Center over the years on catastrophic risk, this title develops risk management strategies for reducing and spreading the losses from various disasters. Editor(s): Grossi, Patricia; Kunreuther, Howard. Series: Huebner International Series on Risk, Insurance and Economic Security. Num Pages: 252 pages, 65 black & white illustrations, 4 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: GPQD; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 616.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
252
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387230825
ISBN
9780387230825
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 283.57

Hardback. Offers a broader view on complexity. This title contains methodologies for assessing the complexity of systems that can be directly applied to proteomics and genomics, and network analysis in biology, medicine, and ecology. Editor(s): Bonchev, Danail D.; Rouvray, D. H. Series: Mathematical and Computational Chemistry. Num Pages: 368 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPF; PN; PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1540.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387232645
ISBN
9780387232645
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 134.93

Hardback. A computer-oriented text introduces numerical methods and algorithms along with the applications and conceptual tools. It includes homework problems, suggestions for research projects, and open-ended questions at the end of each chapter. Num Pages: 644 pages, 284 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1105.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
644
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387261027
ISBN
9780387261027
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 131.73

hardcover. Focuses on System Identification applications of the adaptive methods presented, but which can also be applied to other applications of adaptive nonlinear processes. This title covers research results in the area of adaptive nonlinear system identification from the authors and other researchers in the field. Series: Signals and Communication Technology. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 532.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
Edition
2007th Edition
SKU
V9780387263281
ISBN
9780387263281
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 132.47

Hardback. Includes statistically designed experiments and analyses of the resulting data sets to identify the features that determine key properties of the system under study. This book is useful for those working in fields such as industrial quality improvement, engineering research and development, genetic and medical screening, and drug discovery. Editor(s): Dean, Angela; Lewis, Susan. Num Pages: 332 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPS; KNDP; MBNC; TCBG; TGPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1480.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
332
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387280134
ISBN
9780387280134
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 134.52

Hardback. Deals with the contribution of a systems approach to a range of disciplines from philosophy and biology to social theory and management. This title weaves together material from some of the pre-eminent thinkers of the day. Series: Contemporary Systems Thinking. Num Pages: 312 pages, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 654.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387281889
ISBN
9780387281889
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 129.08

Paperback. This book has substantial implications for users of Statistical methods. Its purpose is to discuss whether statistical methods make sense. The present volume begins the task of providing interpretations and explanations of several theories of statistical evidence. Series: Lecture Notes in Statistics. Num Pages: 162 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GPS; PBT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 245.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
162
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387400501
ISBN
9780387400501
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 67.51

Hardback. Presents methods for analyzing data. This book includes binomial, multinomial and Poisson non-linear models. Series: Springer Series in Statistics. Num Pages: 248 pages, 16 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: GPH; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2nd ed. 2004
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387400815
ISBN
9780387400815
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.69

Hardback. Details the principles, methods, technologies, and core ideas used in biometric authentication systems. This guide explains the definition and measurement of performance and examines the factors involved in choosing between different biometrics. It is useful for security and financial administrators, and biometric systems developers. Series: Springer Professional Computing. Num Pages: 364 pages, 41 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: GPJ; URD; UYQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 264 x 187 x 27. Weight in Grams: 892.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
364
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387400891
ISBN
9780387400891
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 238.43

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