Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology


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"This comprehensive reference work provides immediate, fingertip access to state-of-the-art technology in nearly 700 self-contained articles written by over 900 international authorities. Each article in the Encyclopedia features current developments and trends in computers, software, vendors, and applications...extensive bibliographies of leading figures in the field, such as Samuel Alexander, John von Neumann, and Norbert Wiener...and in-depth analysis of future directions."







Laplace Transforms and Control Systems Theory for Technology


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Review of complex algebra and phasors; Transfer functions; Laplace transformation; Network analysis using laplace transforms; Control systems theory. Stability and compensation; Analog computation and simulation; Digital computer simulation; Microprocessor-based control systems; Advanced topics in laplace transforms; Specifications and data sheets for products cited in the examples.




Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology


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This supplement to the Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology looks at subjects ranging from algorithmic learning theory to statistical language modelling.







Applied Laplace Transforms and z-Transforms for Scientists and Engineers


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The theory of Laplace transformation is an important part of the mathematical background required for engineers, physicists and mathematicians. Laplace transformation methods provide easy and effective techniques for solving many problems arising in various fields of science and engineering, especially for solving differential equations. What the Laplace transformation does in the field of differential equations, the z-transformation achieves for difference equations. The two theories are parallel and have many analogies. Laplace and z transformations are also referred to as operational calculus, but this notion is also used in a more restricted sense to denote the operational calculus of Mikusinski. This book does not use the operational calculus of Mikusinski, whose approach is based on abstract algebra and is not readily accessible to engineers and scientists. The symbolic computation capability of Mathematica can now be used in favor of the Laplace and z-transformations. The first version of the Mathematica Package LaplaceAndzTransforrns developed by the author appeared ten years ago. The Package computes not only Laplace and z-transforms but also includes many routines from various domains of applications. Upon loading the Package, about one hundred and fifty new commands are added to the built-in commands of Mathematica. The code is placed in front of the already built-in code of Laplace and z-transformations of Mathematica so that built-in functions not covered by the Package remain available. The Package substantially enhances the Laplace and z-transformation facilities of Mathematica. The book is mainly designed for readers working in the field of applications.




Computer Epistemology


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Not a map, exactly, or even a tour guide, but more a book of wonders from the twilight regions between computer science and philosophy. A philosophical reflection on large scale systems' practice, and vice versa. Vamos, a Hungarian scientist working in automation, artificial intelligence, and the like, uses no mathematics in his long essay, but assumes the reader has at least a master's degree in both computer science and some area of the humanities. Acidic paper. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR