Sheng-Lung Peng – författare

Demystifying Big Data, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning for Healthcare Analytics presents the changing world of data utilization, especially in clinical healthcare. Various techniques, methodologies, and algorithms are presented in this book to organize data in a structured manner that will assist physicians in the care of patients and help biomedical engineers and computer scientists understand the impact of these techniques on healthcare analytics. The book is divided into two parts: Part 1 covers big data aspects such as healthcare decision support systems and analytics-related topics. Part 2 focuses on the current frameworks and applications of deep learning and machine learning, and provides an outlook on future directions of research and development. The entire book takes a case study approach, providing a wealth of real-world case studies in the application chapters to act as a foundational reference for biomedical engineers, computer scientists, healthcare researchers, and clinicians. Provides a comprehensive reference for biomedical engineers, computer scientists, advanced industry practitioners, researchers, and clinicians to understand and develop healthcare analytics using advanced tools and technologies Includes in-depth illustrations of advanced techniques via dataset samples, statistical tables, and graphs with algorithms and computational methods for developing new applications in healthcare informatics Unique case study approach provides readers with insights for practical clinical implementation

Handbook of IoT and Blockchain: Methods, solutions, and Recent Advancements includes contributions from around the globe on recent advances and findings in the domain of Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain. Chapters include theoretical analysis, practical implications, and extensive surveys with analysis on methods, algorithms, and processes for new product development.IoT and Blockchain are the emerging topics in the current manufacturing scenario.This handbook includes recent advances; showcases the work of research around the globe; offers theoretical analysis and practical implications; presents extensive surveys with analysis, new contributions, and proposals on methods, algorithms, and processes; and also covers recent advances from quantitative and qualitative articles, case studies, conceptual works, and theoretical backing.This handbook will be of interest to graduate students, researchers, academicians, institutions, and professionals that are interested in exploring the areas of IoT and Blockchain.

This book brings together all the latest methodologies, tools and techniques related to the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence in a single volume to build insight into their use in sustainable living. The areas of application include agriculture, smart farming, healthcare, bioinformatics, self-diagnosis systems, body sensor networks, multimedia mining, and multimedia in forensics and security.This book provides a comprehensive discussion of modeling and implementation in water resource optimization, recognizing pest patterns, traffic scheduling, web mining, cyber security and cyber forensics. It will help develop an understanding of the need for AI and IoT to have a sustainable era of human living. The tools covered include genetic algorithms, cloud computing, water resource management, web mining, machine learning, block chaining, learning algorithms, sentimental analysis and Natural Language Processing (NLP).IoT and AI Technologies for Sustainable Living: A Practical Handbook will be a valuable source of knowledge for researchers, engineers, practitioners, and graduate and doctoral students working in the field of cloud computing. It will also be useful for faculty members of graduate schools and universities.

This book brings together all the latest methodologies, tools and techniques related to the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence in a single volume to build insight into their use in sustainable living. The areas of application include agriculture, smart farming, healthcare, bioinformatics, self-diagnosis systems, body sensor networks, multimedia mining, and multimedia in forensics and security.This book provides a comprehensive discussion of modeling and implementation in water resource optimization, recognizing pest patterns, traffic scheduling, web mining, cyber security and cyber forensics. It will help develop an understanding of the need for AI and IoT to have a sustainable era of human living. The tools covered include genetic algorithms, cloud computing, water resource management, web mining, machine learning, block chaining, learning algorithms, sentimental analysis and Natural Language Processing (NLP).IoT and AI Technologies for Sustainable Living: A Practical Handbook will be a valuable source of knowledge for researchers, engineers, practitioners, and graduate and doctoral students working in the field of cloud computing. It will also be useful for faculty members of graduate schools and universities.

Handbook of IoT and Blockchain: Methods, solutions, and Recent Advancements includes contributions from around the globe on recent advances and findings in the domain of Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain. Chapters include theoretical analysis, practical implications, and extensive surveys with analysis on methods, algorithms, and processes for new product development.IoT and Blockchain are the emerging topics in the current manufacturing scenario.This handbook includes recent advances; showcases the work of research around the globe; offers theoretical analysis and practical implications; presents extensive surveys with analysis, new contributions, and proposals on methods, algorithms, and processes; and also covers recent advances from quantitative and qualitative articles, case studies, conceptual works, and theoretical backing.This handbook will be of interest to graduate students, researchers, academicians, institutions, and professionals that are interested in exploring the areas of IoT and Blockchain.

Artificial intelligence (AI) plays a pivotal role in advancing environmental stewardship by enabling innovative solutions to address pressing ecological challenges. Through its ability to process vast amounts of data, AI empowers researchers and policymakers to monitor environmental changes, predict future trends, and developstrategies for sustainable resource management. By integrating AI into environmental efforts, societies can transition toward more sustainable practices, ensuring the preservation of natural ecosystems for future generations. Its transformative potential underscores the importance of leveraging AI as a critical tool in fostering globalenvironmental resilience and sustainability.AI for Environmental Innovation and Stewardship examines this transformative potential by covering fundamental concepts, innovative methodologies, and realworld applications of AI in environmental contexts. It highlights the role of machine learning, data analytics, generative AI, supply chains, augmented reality, and virtualreality in providing new insights and solutions for managing complex ecological systems. It explains how AI is advancing environmental monitoring, enhancing predictive capabilities, optimizing resource usage, and supporting evidence-based decision-making. Highlights include the following:• Legal perspectives and challenges of using AI in environmental justice• Enhancing agricultural supply chains through AI and blockchain integration• AI innovations in augmented reality and virtual reality for environmental education• AI to promote responsible consumption and waste managementWith its wide-ranging and holistic view of AI in environmental stewardship, the book is a resource for researchers, students, policymakers, and industry professionals, who seek to promote innovation and collaboration at the intersection of AI and the environment.

The purpose of designing this book is to discuss and analyze security protocols available for communication. Objective is to discuss protocols across all layers of TCP/IP stack and also to discuss protocols independent to the stack. Authors will be aiming to identify the best set of security protocols for the similar applications and will also be identifying the drawbacks of existing protocols. The authors will be also suggesting new protocols if any.

METAVERSE AND IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGIES The book covers the multidimensional perspectives of the metaverse through the prism of virtual reality, augmented reality, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and IoT, ranging from rudimentary to advanced applications. This book provides a thorough explanation of how the technology behind metaverse and other virtual reality technologies are changing the world. The primary objective is to present the revolutionary innovation of the 21st century—the metaverse—and exhibit its wide range of applications in different domains. Although blockchain and VR/AR were the first popularly known applications of the metaverse, several other applications also exist. While some still believe the metaverse is overhyped, in reality, it is transforming almost every industry—healthcare, 3D, 4D, industry, game industry, business management, artificial intelligence, and IoT, just to name a few. This technological breakthrough not only paved the way for virtual reality but also provided useful solutions for other areas of technology. The unique nature of the technology, which is a single, shared, immersive, persistent, 3D virtual space where humans experience life in ways not possible in the physical world, makes it suitable for all real-world applications; it has great potential to transform business, and companies are already in the race for different product offerings. Audience AI and computer science researchers, engineers and graduate students, IT personnel in business as well as entrepreneurs and policymakers.

The book provides a comprehensive study of how new technological advances utilize robots and Cobots (collaborative robots that work safely alongside humans) to increase manufacturing efficiency. Industry 5.0 focuses on using collaborative robots, or cobots, enabling users to design with greater freedom. This book, structured into 18 chapters and three sections - Fundamentals; Applications; and Challenges – reflect the current and emerging market trends that shape industrial growth. Each chapter explores how businesses incorporating hardware and software like AI, cognitive computing, blockchain, IIoT, and more—are capitalizing on these innovations to maintain a competitive edge. The research and development in the areas of technology has increased the cost-effectiveness and acceptance of these IoT-enabled devices in many different industries. Various sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, and agriculture sectors, have begun incorporating robots and cobots into their operations. They are aiming to increase their productivity, reduce the downtime of their equipment, and optimize resource utilization. The individual chapters examine the following subjects: Investigation on Deployment of Microservices for Swarm Intelligence of Collaborative Robots • Cobot-Aided System for Hydroponically Grown Plants • Low/No-Code Software Development of Cobots Using Advanced Graphical User Interface • Role of Cobots Over Industrial Robots in Industry 5.0 Activities • Cobot Collaboration in the Healthcare Industry • Robotic Arm for Industry Automation • Artificial Intelligence–Driven Cobots for Innovative Industry 5.0 Workforce • Comprehensive Analysis on Design, Working, and Manufacturing of Soft Robots • Workforce for Industry 5.0: The Work of Future and the Future of Work • Security Issues and Trends of Industrial Robots and Cobots • Aviation Bots for Decongesting Airports • Self-Contained Study and Evolution of Cobots in Intelligent Transportation Systems • Smart Architecture for Data Analytics in Collaborative Robots • Contribution of Blockchain Technology for the Cobot’s Cybersecurity Issues • Security Issues and Trends of Industrial Robots and Cobots • Cloud-Based Cobots for Industry 5.0: A Human-Centric Solution • Future Workforce for Industry 5.0. Audience The book’s primary audience is researchers and post-graduate students in robotics and cobots, industrial engineers, production and manufacturing engineers working on artificial intelligence and logistics.

Protect critical infrastructure from emerging threats with this essential guide, providing an in-depth exploration of innovative defense strategies and practical solutions for securing cyber-physical systems. As industries increasingly rely on the convergence of digital and physical infrastructures, the need for robust cybersecurity solutions has grown. This book addresses the key challenges posed by integrating digital technologies into critical physical systems across various sectors, including energy, healthcare, and manufacturing. Focusing on innovative defence strategies and practical solutions, this book provides an in-depth exploration of the vulnerabilities and defence mechanisms essential to securing cyber-physical systems. The book is designed to equip researchers, cybersecurity professionals, and industry leaders with the knowledge to protect critical infrastructure from emerging digital threats. From understanding complex vulnerabilities to implementing secure system designs, this volume offers a comprehensive guide to fortifying and securing the systems that shape our modern, interconnected world. Readers will find the volume: Explores the evolving threat landscape, encompassing potential attacks on critical infrastructure, industrial systems, and interconnected devices;Examines vulnerabilities inherent in cyber-physical systems, such as weak access controls, insecure communication channels, and the susceptibility of physical components to digital manipulation;Uses real-world case studies to introduce strategies for assessing and quantifying the cybersecurity risks associated with cyber-physical systems, considering the potential consequences of system breaches;Provides an overview of cybersecurity measures and defense mechanisms designed to fortify cyber-physical systems against digital threats, including intrusion detection systems, encryption, and security best practices;Discusses existing and emerging regulatory frameworks aimed at enhancing cybersecurity in critical infrastructure and physical systems.Audience Researchers, cybersecurity professionals, information technologists and industry leaders innovating infrastructure to protect against digital threats.

Prepare for the next technological frontier with this essential, multidisciplinary guide that delves into hyper-intelligent networks, providing a comprehensive overview of how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing telecommunications, healthcare, and other vital sectors with cognitive, autonomous connectivity. As we stand on the brink of a new technological frontier, the convergence of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and network infrastructure promises to revolutionize the way we harness the power of digital ecosystems. The vision of a hyper-intelligent network transcends conventional notions of connectivity and represents a paradigm shift where networks evolve from mere conduits of data to dynamic entities with cognitive capabilities, adaptability, and autonomous decision-making abilities. This book delves into the emerging field of hyper-intelligent networks, exploring how these networks are poised to revolutionize various sectors, including telecommunications, healthcare, finance, and transportation. It provides a comprehensive overview of the theoretical foundations, practical applications, and future implications of hyper-intelligent networks, offering a deeper understanding of this cutting-edge technology. Written by leading experts in the fields of artificial intelligence and networking, the book has a multidisciplinary approach that combines theoretical insights with real-world case studies and practical examples. It is suitable for both technical professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of hyper-intelligent networks and non-technical readers interested in the potential impact of these technologies on society. Readers will find the book: Discusses different applications of hyper-intelligent networks in various industries;Introduces the innovative potential of hyper-intelligent networks;Presents state-of-the-art analyses and real-world case studies demonstrating hyper-intelligent networks;Provides a comprehensive look at applications of hyper-intelligent networks across a number of industries.Audience Research scholars, IT professionals, network administrators, cybersecurity experts, government research agencies, and engineering students.

This essential book provides a comprehensive, expert-led guide on how federated learning can revolutionize crop yield, enhance resource management, and ensure a pathway to sustainable food quality and safety. The convergence of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science with agriculture and food, provides remarkable opportunities to improve quality, sustainability, and productivity in the agricultural sector. Federated Learning is a promising technology that has emerged at this intersection. In the context of smart agriculture, federated learning holds promise for improving crop yield, resource management, and decision-making. Additionally, federated learning provides greater clarity and understanding in the world of agriculture, encouraging stakeholders to explore and adopt this technology for improved farm management. Readers will find the book: Explores the integration of federated learning, a novel machine learning technique, into the realm of agriculture and food quality enhancement, showcasing the latest advancements;Introduces real-world applications of federated learning in agriculture, and demonstrates the way this technology can transform farming practices, crop monitoring, pest control, and food quality assurance;By bridging the fields of agriculture, machine learning, and food science, it offers a holistic perspective on leveraging technology to address challenges in food production and quality management;Emphasizes the importance of sustainability in agriculture, exploring how federated learning can contribute to more efficient resource utilization, reduced environmental impact, and the overall sustainability of food production systems;Discusses the future directions of smart agriculture and food quality enhancement, envisioning how federated learning and other emerging technologies can continue to shape the industry and address evolving challenges.Audience Agriculture specialists, agricultural engineers, professionals associated with food safety, crop managers, quality assurance professionals, IT professionals, data scientists, and academics working towards improved quality and sustainability in agriculture.

Stay at the forefront of the embedded AI revolution by mastering the specialized hardware and software strategies needed to bring high-performance machine learning to the world’s most resource-constrained devices. TinyML (tiny machine learning), short for tiny machine learning, represents a groundbreaking intersection of machine learning and embedded systems, enabling the deployment of intelligent applications on resource-constrained devices. It empowers these devices to perform complex tasks, like image and speech recognition, locally without relying on cloud servers. This burgeoning field opens up many possibilities, from enhancing IoT devices to revolutionizing healthcare and intelligent infrastructure. As technology advances, TinyML promises to make our everyday devices more innovative, responsive, and efficient than ever before. By bringing inference to resource-constrained hardware, TinyML supports real-time decision-making while addressing critical concerns such as latency, power consumption, and data privacy. This book presents an overview of TinyML, including its core principles, applications, challenges, and future directions. It meticulously explores the fundamentals of machine learning and deep learning, providing a solid foundation for understanding how these techniques are adapted for tiny devices. By delving into the hardware, software, and algorithms that specifically cater to TinyML, the book addresses the unique challenges of running machine-learning models on devices with limited processing power and memory. Featuring expert insights and real-world case studies, this volume is an essential guide to researchers and industry professionals looking for solutions for today’s resource-constrained devices. Readers will find the volume: Delves into the burgeoning field of TinyML, where the power of machine learning is harnessed for resource-constrained devices;Serves as a comprehensive guide, equipping readers with the essential knowledge to develop and deploy TinyML applications;Explores the fundamentals of machine learning and deep learning, providing a solid foundation for understanding how these techniques are adapted for tiny devices;Introduces the hardware, software, and algorithms that specifically cater to TinyML, addressing the unique challenges of running machine-learning models on devices with limited processing power and memory.Audience Engineers, academics, researchers, and professionals in computer science, information technology, and electronics and communication.

This comprehensive and timely book, New Age Analytics: Transforming the Internet through Machine Learning, IoT, and Trust Modeling, explores the importance of tools and techniques used in machine learning, big data mining, and more. The book explains how advancements in the world of the web have been achieved and how the experiences of users can be analyzed. It looks at data gathering by the various electronic means and explores techniques for analysis and management, how to manage voluminous data, user responses, and more.This volume provides an abundance of valuable information for professionals and researchers working in the field of business analytics, big data, social network data, computer science, analytical engineering, and forensic analysis. Moreover, the book provides insights and support from both practitioners and academia in order to highlight the most debated aspects in the field.

This volume provides informative chapters on the emerging issues, challenges, and new methods and state-of-the-art technologies on the Internet of Things and blockchain technology. It presents case studies and solutions that can be applied in the current business scenario, resolving challenges and providing solutions by integrating IoT with blockchain technology. The chapters discuss how the Internet of Things (IoT) represents a revolution of the Internet that can connect nearly all environment devices over the Internet to share data to create novel services and applications for improving quality of life. Although the centralized IoT system provides countless benefits, it raises several challenges. The volume presents IoT techniques and methodologies, blockchain techniques and methodologies, and case studies and applications for data mining algorithms, heart rate monitoring, climate prediction, disease prediction, security issues, automotive supply chains, voting prediction, forecasting particulate matter pollution, customer relationship management, and more.

This comprehensive and timely book, New Age Analytics: Transforming the Internet through Machine Learning, IoT, and Trust Modeling, explores the importance of tools and techniques used in machine learning, big data mining, and more. The book explains how advancements in the world of the web have been achieved and how the experiences of users can be analyzed. It looks at data gathering by the various electronic means and explores techniques for analysis and management, how to manage voluminous data, user responses, and more.This volume provides an abundance of valuable information for professionals and researchers working in the field of business analytics, big data, social network data, computer science, analytical engineering, and forensic analysis. Moreover, the book provides insights and support from both practitioners and academia in order to highlight the most debated aspects in the field.

This volume provides informative chapters on the emerging issues, challenges, and new methods and state-of-the-art technologies on the Internet of Things and blockchain technology. It presents case studies and solutions that can be applied in the current business scenario, resolving challenges and providing solutions by integrating IoT with blockchain technology. The chapters discuss how the Internet of Things (IoT) represents a revolution of the Internet that can connect nearly all environment devices over the Internet to share data to create novel services and applications for improving quality of life. Although the centralized IoT system provides countless benefits, it raises several challenges. The volume presents IoT techniques and methodologies, blockchain techniques and methodologies, and case studies and applications for data mining algorithms, heart rate monitoring, climate prediction, disease prediction, security issues, automotive supply chains, voting prediction, forecasting particulate matter pollution, customer relationship management, and more.

This book presents the proceedings of the 2018 International Conference on Security with Intelligent Computing and Big-data Services (SICBS 2018). With the proliferation of security with intelligent computing and big-data services, the issues of information security, big data, intelligent computing, blockchain technology, and network security have attracted a growing number of researchers. Discussing topics in areas including blockchain technology and applications; multimedia security; information processing; network, cloud and IoT security; cryptography and cryptosystems; as well as learning and intelligent computing and information hiding, the book provides a platform for researchers, engineers, academics and industrial professionals from around the globe to present their work in security-related areas. It not only introduces novel and interesting ideas, but also stimulates discussions and inspires new ideas.

This book discusses the evolution of future-generation technologies through the Internet of things, bringing together all the related technologies on a single platform to offer valuable insights for undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, academics and industry practitioners. The book uses data, network engineering and intelligent decision- support system-by-design principles to design a reliable IoT-enabled ecosystem and to implement cyber-physical pervasive infrastructure solutions. It takes readers on a journey that begins with understanding the insight paradigm of IoT-enabled technologies and how it can be applied. It walks readers through engaging with real-time challenges and building a safe infrastructure for IoT-based, future-generation technologies. The book helps researchers and practitioners to understand the design architecture through IoT and the state of the art in IoT countermeasures. It also highlights the differences between heterogeneous platforms in IoT-enabled infrastructure and traditional ad hoc or infrastructural networks, and provides a comprehensive discussion on functional frameworks for IoT, object identification, IoT domain model, RFID technology, wearable sensors, WBAN, IoT semantics, knowledge extraction, and security and privacy issues in IoT-based ecosystems.Written by leading international experts, it explores IoT-enabled insight paradigms, which are utilized for the future benefit of humans. It also includes references to numerous works. Divided into stand-alone chapters, this highly readable book is intended for specialists, researchers, graduate students, designers, experts, and engineers involved in research on healthcare-related issues.

This book discusses the evolution of future-generation technologies through the Internet of things, bringing together all the related technologies on a single platform to offer valuable insights for undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, academics and industry practitioners. The book uses data, network engineering and intelligent decision- support system-by-design principles to design a reliable IoT-enabled ecosystem and to implement cyber-physical pervasive infrastructure solutions. It takes readers on a journey that begins with understanding the insight paradigm of IoT-enabled technologies and how it can be applied. It walks readers through engaging with real-time challenges and building a safe infrastructure for IoT-based, future-generation technologies. The book helps researchers and practitioners to understand the design architecture through IoT and the state of the art in IoT countermeasures. It also highlights the differences between heterogeneous platforms in IoT-enabled infrastructure and traditional ad hoc or infrastructural networks, and provides a comprehensive discussion on functional frameworks for IoT, object identification, IoT domain model, RFID technology, wearable sensors, WBAN, IoT semantics, knowledge extraction, and security and privacy issues in IoT-based ecosystems.Written by leading international experts, it explores IoT-enabled insight paradigms, which are utilized for the future benefit of humans. It also includes references to numerous works. Divided into stand-alone chapters, this highly readable book is intended for specialists, researchers, graduate students, designers, experts, and engineers involved in research on healthcare-related issues.

This book discusses fundamental and high-level concepts relating to intelligent computing and communications in the context of distributed computing, big data, high performance computing and the Internet of Things.

This book discusses fundamental and high-level concepts relating to intelligent computing and communications in the context of distributed computing, big data, high performance computing and the Internet of Things.