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Optimization techniques for problem solving in uncertainty
Tilahun, Surafel Luleseged (ed.);  … - 2018
"This book is devoted to recent developments, reviews and tutorials of decision making or optimization under uncertainty. Different models ranging from stochastic to grey and their connection will be outlines with highlighting possible future works along with applications on real case problems"--
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10012393215
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Mathematics of uncertainty modeling in the analysis of engineering and science problems
Chakraverty, Snehashish (ed.) - 2014
Interval mathematics as a potential weapon against uncertainty / Hend Dawood -- Uncertainty modeling using expert's knowledge as evidence / D. Datta -- Evidence-based uncertainty modeling / Tazid Ali -- Hybrid set structures for soft computing / Sunil Jacob John, Babitha KV -- Source and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011727925
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Advanced ICTs for disaster management and threat detection : collaborative and distributed frameworks
Bessis, Nik (contributor); Asimakopoulou, Eleana (contributor) - 2010
cutting-edge distributed and collaborative ICT to advance disaster management as a discipline to cope with current and future …1. A systemic approach to managing natural disasters / Jaime Santos-Reyes, Alan Beard -- 2. ICT approaches in disaster … management / Sunitha Kuppuswamy -- 3. Multimedia educational application for risk reduction / Ana Iztúriz, Yolanda Barrientos …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011726866
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Relief supply chain management for disasters : humanitarian aid and emergency logistics
Kovács, Gyöngyi (contributor);  … - 2012
"This book furthers the scholarly understanding of SCM in disaster relief, particularly establishing the central role … Africa / David H. Taylor -- 6. Designing post-disaster supply chains: learning from housing reconstruction projects / Gyöngyi … to greening the relief supply chain / Joseph Sarkis, Karen M. Spens and Gyöngyi Kovács -- 12. Disaster impact and country …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011727143
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Using social and information technologies for disaster and crisis management
Jennex, Murray E. (ed.) - 2013
"This book highlights examples of disaster situations in recent years in which social and information technologies were …-collaboration help disaster response / Tiziana Catarci ... [et al.] -- Experience report: using a cloud computing environment during …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011727648
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Social computing in homeland security : disaster promulgation and response
Ding, Amy Wenxuan - 2009
. A practical reference for those involved in disaster response and management, it explores fascinating topics including … -- Psychosocial Effects: A Silent Influence -- Individual Reactions and Psychological Impact -- Disaster Promulgation and Collective …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011726574
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Emergency management and disaster response utilizing public-private partnerships
Hamner, Marvine Paula (ed.); Stovall, S. Shane (ed.);  … - 2015
Considerations for a model of public-private sector collaboration in the provision of disaster relief: incentives and … emergency management: a gap analysis / Marvine Hamner -- Compassion organizing for public-private collaboration in disaster … -- Corporate social responsibility in enhancing disaster education / Sudha Arlikatti, James Kendra, Eliot Jennings -- Using systems …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011728188
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Risk analysis for prevention of hazardous situations in petroleum and natural gas engineering
Matanovic, Davorin (ed.); Gaurina-Medjimurec, Nediljka (ed.) - 2014
"This book explains the potential hazards of petroleum engineering activities, emphasizing risk assessments in drilling …General approach to risk analysis / Davorin Matanovic -- Risk due to wellbore instability / Nediljka Gaurina …-Medjimurec, Borivoje Pasic -- Risk due to pipe sticking / Nediljka Gaurina-Medjimurec, Borivoje Pasic -- Lost circulation / Nediljka …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011727897
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Practice and progress in social design and sustainability
Siu, Kin Wai Michael (ed.); Wong, Yi Lin (ed.) - 2018
"This book provides a design perspective on how the identified social issues can be solved through a design mentality. It comprises all design disciplines, such as industrial design, environmental design, interior design, fashion design and graphic design, to promote a sustainable lifestyle"--
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10012393203
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Analysis and applications of Lattice-Boltzmann simulations
Valero-Lara, Pedro (ed.) - 2018
meshes -- Chapter 5. Lattice Boltzmann Method for sparse geometries: theory and implementation -- Chapter 6. A meshfree …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10012393205