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Transportation engineering is a branch of civil engineering that involves the application of technology and scientific principles to the planning, design, operation and maintenance of transportation systems. The main objective of this field is to provide safe, efficient, rapid, comfortable, convenient, economical, and environmentally compatible movement for people and goods. It involves gathering relevant data on the population in the surrounding area, travel patterns, socio-economic characteristics, law and ordinances, and financial resources while planning a project. This information is consolidated and decision-support tools are then used to develop, design, and deliver various types of transportation projects. Some common fields associated with transportation engineering are highway engineering, railroad engineering, port and harbor engineering, and airport engineering. This book elucidates the concepts, innovative models and developments with respect to transportation engineering. It attempts to assist those with a goal of delving into this field. The readers would gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective about transportation engineering through this book.

Switching theory refers to the abstract mathematical formalization used in the logic design of digital networks. The modern logic networks are usually constructed using electronic integrated circuits (ICs) which consist of logical elements such as inverters, AND gates, and OR gates. The basic component of modern digital system is two-valued Boolean algebra, sometimes referred to as switching algebra. It is used as a notation to represent the operation of such logic networks. Boolean algebra performs three basic operations. These include inversion, logical addition, and logical multiplication. These operations are implemented directly by logic gates called inverters, OR gates, and AND gates. Switching theory plays an instrumental role in data processing, telephone, and other technologies wherein the decisions are made about routing information. This book provides in-depth knowledge of switching theory and logic design. Researchers and students in the field of electronics and communication, and electrical engineering will be greatly assisted by it.

The current state of European politics can be traced back to past events that took place on the continent. Similarly, culture, geography and economy also played a significant role in shaping Europe's contemporary political landscape. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the downfall of the eastern bloc, and the rise of the European Union (EU) are some of the major events which shaped the modern European politics. Some of the major international organizations in Europe are European Union, Council of Europe, Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe, Eurasian Economic Union, Commonwealth of Independent States, and Community of Democratic Choice. A few major conflicts within Europe which are important for its politics are Western Balkans, the Caucasus, and the Basque Country in Spain. This book provides comprehensive insights on European politics. It picks up on individual issues and explains their significance in the context of a rapidly evolving world. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Football is a team sport in which players kick a ball to score a goal in various ways. During a match, there are two teams and each team has 11 players. There are different types of football including American football, Australian Rules football, Gaelic football, soccer, rugby union, Canadian football and rugby league. Each kind of football has its own set of rules and guidelines. Britain is the place where modern football first emerged in the 19th century. In 1904, representatives from the football associations of Belgium, Denmark, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland established the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), which is the governing body for football. The concept of football spread from England to Europe and across the Atlantic. The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) was established in 1954 and it organizes the European championship tournament every four years. The UEFA European Football Championship is also called the Euros. This book provides comprehensive insights into the history of football in Europe. Its extensive content provides the readers with a thorough understanding of the subject.

Western society encompasses the ethical values, belief systems, artifacts, social norms, technologies, traditional practices and political systems of the western world. Christian culture, Greek philosophy and Roman law have had the greatest influence on western society. The religious practices in the western society has been influenced by Judeo-Christian and Greco-Roman traditions. The major religions in this part of the world are Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, Judaism and Islam. The gender roles in the western societies are not as strictly enforced as the rest of the world, and both men and women have the freedom to choose the vocation they wish to follow. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss and provide comprehensive insights on the western societies. It consists of contributions made by international experts. This book provides significant information to help develop a good understanding politics, religion and gender in western societies.

Scientific article present the findings of a research and must follow a standard structure of a scientific manuscript. This structure must be followed in all aspects including the references and content of the manuscript. It offers significant contributions to the body of knowledge on topics that are interesting and pertinent to a wide range of readership groups and constituencies including research practitioners, public policymakers, the general public, managers, marketing educators and other academic researchers. Scientific articles must be written concisely in order to be more understandable. Scientific writing and publication are critical for advancing public health knowledge and practice. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the theory and practice of writing and publishing scientific articles. It is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to learn the craft of writing scientific articles.

News media plays an integral role in the formation of public opinion regarding any country on the global scale. Global credentials, such as influence and power also determine the media coverage. This becomes especially important in the case of African countries, most of which are not very influential compared to the Western developed countries. Most Western media outlets rely heavily on western sources while portraying Africa. Such sources influence the manner in which issues and events are presented, as well as the public perception of a country or community in the world. This book provides comprehensive insights on Africa's media image and the role of international news organizations. The readers would gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective about this area of study. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Criminal justice refers to the system of practices and organizations, which are used for maintaining social control, discouraging and controlling crime, and punishing those who break the laws. Gender is considered to be an important factor which affects not only the rate of crime but also the manner in which it is dealt with, in a criminal justice system. The proportion of crime committed by a particular gender has a significant impact on criminological thinking as well as the criminal justice policies. The degree to which this impact is visible in a society varies with time, and has been observed to shift with changes in gender roles. The readers would gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective about gender, crime and justice through this book. For all those who are interested in this subject, it can prove to be an essential guide.

Forest farming refers to the practice of cultivating desirable plants beneath a forest canopy. It includes a variety of cultivated systems ranging from adding plants under the timber stands to changing forest stands for improving the sustainability and marketability of existing plants. Forest farming is an agroforestry approach that generates revenue while growing long-lived, high-quality trees for future products or forest conservation. It may provide lucrative opportunities for forest and woodland owners, herb growers, nut growers, and sugar maple growers. There are numerous ways that forests and other tree-based systems support food and nutritional security. Trees directly produce a wide range of healthy foods including leafy vegetables, seeds, fruits, edible oils and nuts, which can help diversify diets and fill the seasonal food and nutritional gaps. The objective of this book is to give a general view on the role of forest farming in solving the problems of world hunger and nutrition. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by it.

Ornithology is a branch of zoology that deals with the study of birds. Feathers, rapid metabolic rate, sturdy yet lightweight skeleton, toothless beaked jaws, a four-chambered heart, and laying hard-shelled eggs are the main characteristics of birds. Their sense of smell is poor and their hearing range is limited. The majority of birds are diurnal. Birds are social and communicate through songs, visual cues, and sounds. They also engage in behaviors including flocking, mobbing of predators, cooperative breeding and hunting. There are a wide range of bird species including ostriches, perching birds, woodpeckers and toucans, birds of prey, waterfowls, herons and storks, owls, hummingbirds and swifts, cranes, parrots and cockatoos, shorebirds, pigeons, and doves. This book explores all the important aspects of ornithology in the present day scenario. It will also serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.

The Metamorphoses is a narrative poem written by Roman poet Ovid in the 8th century AD. It is a collection of legendry and mythological stories, many of which have been obtained from Greek sources. Ovid wrote Metamorphoses in Latin, combining 15 books, 11995 lines, and above 250 myths. It displays a variety of unifying themes, such as love, mutability, violence, power and artistry. The central theme of the poem is passion, as it bestows more unity to the work than other transformation devices used by Ovid. Metamorphoses narrates the stories from the creation of the world to the death and deification of Julius Caesar in a chronological order. It is considered as one of the most significant works in the Western culture. Metamorphoses inspired several authors, including Geoffery Chaucer, William Shakespeare, Giovanni Boccacio, and Dante Alighieri. This book offers a comprehensive introduction to Ovid's Metamorphoses. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area of European classical literature, as well as for experts.

World politics is a discipline involved in the study of political and economic patterns of the world. It is also referred to as global politics. It examines different political processes of political globalization with reference to questions of social power. The unifying theme of people, power and politics is integral to the framework of world politics. Its framework is composed of four central features, which are human rights; development; peace and conflict; and power, sovereignty and international relations. Some of the important trends which are studied within the domain of world politics are integration and democratization. Integration refers to the creation of interstate agreements and authorities that define the way in which political regimes of different countries should coordinate with each other. The concept of democratization implies an increase in the total number of states and non-state actors operating in the international arena. This book on world politics is a collective contribution of a renowned group of international experts. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and post graduate students.

Cognitive anthropology refers to an approach which includes biological anthropology and cultural anthropology. It focuses on describing transmission across space and time, patterns of shared knowledge and cultural innovation using theories and tools of cognitive sciences. It entails close collaboration with linguists, ethnographers, musicologists, historians, archaeologists and other experts who are involved in the interpretation and study of cultural forms. Cognitive anthropology is concerned with what people from various societies know and how that implicit knowledge or what they think subconsciously affects how they perceive and connect to their surroundings. The interaction of thought and language, cultural models, and folk taxonomies are all studied within this field. In order to understand culture, it employs both traditional ethnographic methodologies and quantitative measures of cultural anthropology. The topics included in this book on cognitive anthropology are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. It will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.

Digital humanities' is an academic discipline that examines the intersection between digital technologies and culture. It is also referred to as humanities computing, as it has emerged from the field of humanities and studies the aspects of human society. Digital humanities makes use of digital methods to explore the unexplored areas of history, philosophy, literature and modern languages. The scholars of digital humanities use a variety of tools such as mobile devices and virtual reality labs for their research. Some scholars use complex tools such as advanced programming languages depending on their needs. Digital research tools (DiRT) directory is a registry of digital humanities research tools used by scholars for discovering and comparing tools for digital humanities project. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts and emerging trends in the field of digital humanities. For all those who are interested in this field, this book can prove to be an essential guide.

Nordic literature or Scandinavian literature refers to oral and written works that were produced in Nordic countries of Northern Europe and North Atlantic region. This branch of literature is traditionally composed of works in modern Swedish, Norwegian, Icelandic, Danish, and Faroese languages. All these languages are members of the North Germanic group of languages. There are similarities between the literatures in these languages; however, there are also differences due to national, geographic and historical distinctions. Furthermore, the texts written in the Swedish language within Finland are studied within Finnish literature. Some of the prominent writers in Nordic literature are Henrik Ibsen, Frans Eemil Sillanpää, Selma Lagerlöf, Karl Adolph Gjellerup, Verner von Heidenstam, Knut Hamsun, Sigrid Undset and Erik Axel Karlfeldt. Some of the diverse topics covered in this book address the varied genres that fall under Nordic literature. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this body of literature as well as for experts.

Python is an interpreted, object-oriented, high-level programming language with dynamic semantics. The high-level built-in data structures of python combined with dynamic typing and dynamic binding can be efficiently used for rapid application development (RAD). The simple and easy to learn syntax of Python significantly draws attention on readability. This aspect greatly helps in reducing the cost of program maintenance. There are several applications of python such as language development, prototyping, database access, software development, and graphic design. Python supports modules and packages, which encourage modular programming and code reuse. The simple and versatile nature of Python makes it a powerful tool in scientific and engineering computations. The data and numerical analysis as well as the plotting libraries of python such as NumPy, SciPy and matplotlib have become very popular programming tools in industry and academia. This book outlines the importance of Python as an important computer language for solving numerical problems. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and post graduate students.

Digital entrepreneurship is a term that explains new ways in which entrepreneurship will change as businesses and society continue to be transformed by digital technologies. It highlights the changes in entrepreneurial practice, theory and education. Some common examples of digital entrepreneurship are e-commerce, blogs and YouTube channels. The biggest advantage of the digital business model is that it can be started with low investment and offers greater flexibility in working. It includes new ways of finding customers for entrepreneurial ventures, advanced ways of designing and offering products and services, and developing new ways of generating revenue and reducing cost. It offers new opportunities to collaborate with platforms and partners by providing new sources of opportunity, risk, and competitive advantage. The book studies, analyses, and presents the intricacies of digital entrepreneurship and its significance in the current times. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and postgraduate students.

Regality theory is a theory expressing that people show a preference for strong leadership in times of war or collective danger, but a preference for an egalitarian political system in times of peace and safety. These psychological orientations in individuals are emulated in the political structure and culture of the entire society. A society in danger and conflict will advance in the direction called regal structure. This culture is built on the foundations of strong nationalism, discipline, strict religiosity, patriarchy, strict sexual morals, and perfectionist art. On the contrary, a society in peaceful and safe environment will develop in the opposite direction called kungic, which is a type of culture that includes the principles of egalitarianism and tolerance. High individualism, high sexual freedom, low birth rate, and long childhood and education are major characteristics of the kungic society. Regality theory and kungic theory are important concepts applied to the study of warlike and peaceful societies. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the regality theory. The readers would gain knowledge that would broaden their perspective about this theory as well as its implications.

Mass violence can be defined as an intentional violent criminal act that results in physical, emotional or psychological injury to a large number of people. One of the most common ways in which mass violence can manifest is through mass shootings. Terrorist bombs, mass riots, aircraft/transportation hijackings, and bioterrorism attacks are some other ways in which individuals can cause mass violence. It is unpredictable and is not as common as other crimes. Therefore, in an event of mass violence, it is possible for victims to feel emotionally distressed. There are some common responses to incidents of mass violence such as overwhelming anxiety, trouble sleeping, and other depression-like symptoms. Human rights, law, and legal institutions serve as an important means for protecting all those who face abuse, neglect, and isolation. They aim to consider the appropriate legal responses for dealing with perpetrators and also meeting the needs of victims and survivors. The topics covered in this extensive book deal with the core aspects of human rights and criminal law with respect to mass violence. For all readers who are interested in studying human rights and criminal law, it will serve as an excellent guide for developing a comprehensive understanding.

German literature refers to the literature written in the German language by people situated in Central Europe. It is distinct from the literature of neighboring countries such as United Kingdom and France since Germany did not exist as a nation-state until late nineteenth century. It has been impacted by various social, economic and political events such as warfare, religious turmoil and periods of economic decline. Similarly, the German culture has also been affected by both secular and religious movements. It has also produced various important thinkers and philosophers who have influenced Western culture and philosophy. The topics included in this book on German literature and culture are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Some of the diverse topics covered herein address the varied genres and areas of study that fall under this category. The book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information on German literature and culture as well as for experts.

Pedagogy refers to the method and practice of teaching, specifically, the approach to teaching academic subjects or theoretical concepts. Higher education should not only make students skillful and scholastic but also ensure that they remain grounded in their value systems and possess a rich personality. Therefore, higher education pedagogies aim to identify, promote, and publish excellent practices and innovations related to teaching and learning in higher education. The main focus of higher education pedagogies is on disciplinary pedagogies and learning experiences. They emphasize on the structure and approach of the higher education curriculum. The role of teaching and learning in the development of academic careers and its place within the profession also forms an essential part of higher education pedagogies. The topics covered in this extensive book deal with the reconfiguring of higher education pedagogies. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by it.

Crowdfunding is the practice of funding that involves the use of small amounts of capital from a large number of individuals to finance a new business venture. It exploits the easy accessibility of vast networks of people through social media and crowdfunding websites to bring together the investors and entrepreneurs. Crowdfunding aims to boost entrepreneurship activities by widening the pool of investors beyond the traditional circle of owners, relatives and venture capitalists. The two primary types of crowdfunding are rewards crowdfunding and equity crowdfunding. In rewards crowdfunding, entrepreneurs pre-sell a product or service to launch a business concept without incurring debt or sacrificing equity/shares. It can be used for several purposes such as album recording and motion-picture promotion, free software development, inventions development, scientific research, and civic projects. Equity crowdfunding or investment crowdfunding is a method of raising capital used by startups and early-stage companies. In this method, the entrepreneur offers the company's shares to investors who invest during the initial stages of the start-up company. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the new paradigms in crowdfunding. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by it.

Potato is a versatile, carbohydrate-rich food which is a good source of nutrition since it contains dry matter, edible energy and edible protein. It is also a good source of vitamins such as Vitamin B1, B3 and B6, and minerals such as potassium, phosphorus and magnesium. Additionally, it is a moderate source of iron, and its high vitamin C content promotes the absorption of iron in the body. Potatoes are cultivated in many countries around the world and have the potential to significantly improve future food security since they can be grown in a wide range of agroclimatic conditions. This book attempts to understand the multiple advantages of potato as a crop and how it is important for ensuring food security. The topics included herein on the nutritional aspects of potato are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. The extensive content of this book provides the readers with a thorough understanding of the subject.

Potato is a versatile, carbohydrate-rich food which is a good source of nutrition since it contains dry matter, edible energy and edible protein. It is also a good source of vitamins such as Vitamin B1, B3 and B6, and minerals such as potassium, phosphorus and magnesium. Additionally, it is a moderate source of iron, and its high vitamin C content promotes the absorption of iron in the body. Potatoes are cultivated in many countries around the world and have the potential to significantly improve future food security since they can be grown in a wide range of agroclimatic conditions. This book attempts to understand the multiple advantages of potato as a crop and how it is important for ensuring food security. The topics included herein on the nutritional aspects of potato are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. The extensive content of this book provides the readers with a thorough understanding of the subject.

The British colonial rule in India began with the East India Company, which was a British joint-stock company instituted in the year 1600. It was founded with an aim to trade within the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and East Asia. The company traded in basic commodities, such as indigo, cotton, silk, spices, salt, opium, and tea. With the transition from trading activities towards the expansion of military and political administration, the company employed army officers, civil servants, doctors, and surveyors. These people from the company journeyed to Asia with their families to acquire wealth, which returned home along with them to Britain. They were also influenced by the culture of the colonies, which was reflected in their houses on their return to Britain. This book provides comprehensive insights on the impact of British colonial rule on the material culture of the British houses. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for those interested in this topic.

Crowdfunding is the practice of funding that involves the use of small amounts of capital from a large number of individuals to finance a new business venture. It exploits the easy accessibility of vast networks of people through social media and crowdfunding websites to bring together the investors and entrepreneurs. Crowdfunding aims to boost entrepreneurship activities by widening the pool of investors beyond the traditional circle of owners, relatives and venture capitalists. The two primary types of crowdfunding are rewards crowdfunding and equity crowdfunding. In rewards crowdfunding, entrepreneurs pre-sell a product or service to launch a business concept without incurring debt or sacrificing equity/shares. It can be used for several purposes such as album recording and motion-picture promotion, free software development, inventions development, scientific research, and civic projects. Equity crowdfunding or investment crowdfunding is a method of raising capital used by startups and early-stage companies. In this method, the entrepreneur offers the company's shares to investors who invest during the initial stages of the start-up company. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the new paradigms in crowdfunding. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by it.

Particle physics is a branch of physics that is involved in the study of the elementary constituents of matter and radiation, and the interactions between them. It is also referred to as high energy physics because many subatomic particles are absent in nature under normal circumstances but can be created and detected during energetic collisions of other particles. In particle physics, large particle accelerators are used for fundamental research. Particle accelerator is a machine that uses an electric field to speed-up and increase the energy of a beam of particles and the magnetic fields steer and focus them. They are used to study and explore the structure of the atomic nucleus and other aspects of particle physics. The modern particle physics research is focused on subatomic particles such as electrons, protons and neutrons. It also studies particles such as photons, neutrinos and muons, which are produced by radioactive and scattering processes. This book contains studies on the theory and applications of particle physics. It attempts to further enlighten the readers about the new concepts in this field.

The British colonial rule in India began with the East India Company, which was a British joint-stock company instituted in the year 1600. It was founded with an aim to trade within the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and East Asia. The company traded in basic commodities, such as indigo, cotton, silk, spices, salt, opium, and tea. With the transition from trading activities towards the expansion of military and political administration, the company employed army officers, civil servants, doctors, and surveyors. These people from the company journeyed to Asia with their families to acquire wealth, which returned home along with them to Britain. They were also influenced by the culture of the colonies, which was reflected in their houses on their return to Britain. This book provides comprehensive insights on the impact of British colonial rule on the material culture of the British houses. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for those interested in this topic.

Sound is a vibration that propagates as an acoustic wave through a transmission medium such as a gas, liquid or solid. It travels in the form of longitudinal waves that involve a succession of compressions or rarefactions in the elastic medium. Acoustics is the branch of physics that deals with the science of sound. This branch is mainly concerned with the production, control, transmission, reception and effects of sound. The fundamental properties of sound are amplitude, frequency, wavelength, velocity and loudness. There are various types of sound waves based on different frequencies which include audible sound waves, ultrasonic waves and infrasonic sound waves. Audible sound waves can be heard by humans and animals whereas ultrasound and infrasound waves cannot be heard by normal human ears. Acoustics has important applications in almost every area of life. It plays a fundamental role in the development of music and musical instruments. It has also been crucial in the study of geologic, atmospheric and underwater phenomena. The topics included in this book on acoustics are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to the readers. It will help new researchers by foregrounding their knowledge in this branch of physics.

Particle physics is a branch of physics that is involved in the study of the elementary constituents of matter and radiation, and the interactions between them. It is also referred to as high energy physics because many subatomic particles are absent in nature under normal circumstances but can be created and detected during energetic collisions of other particles. In particle physics, large particle accelerators are used for fundamental research. Particle accelerator is a machine that uses an electric field to speed-up and increase the energy of a beam of particles and the magnetic fields steer and focus them. They are used to study and explore the structure of the atomic nucleus and other aspects of particle physics. The modern particle physics research is focused on subatomic particles such as electrons, protons and neutrons. It also studies particles such as photons, neutrinos and muons, which are produced by radioactive and scattering processes. This book contains studies on the theory and applications of particle physics. It attempts to further enlighten the readers about the new concepts in this field.