Download or read book Project Management and BIM for Sustainable Modern Cities written by Mohamed Shehata and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-10-30 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents innovative work on innovative methods, tools and practices aimed at supporting the transition of Asian and Middle Eastern cities and regions towards a more smart and sustainable dimension. The role of the built and urban environment are becoming more pronounced in Asia and Middle East as the regions continues to experience rapid increase in population and urbanisation, which have only led to an increase in environmental degradation but also rise in energy consumption and emissions. Individual chapters covers timely topics such as sustainable infrastructure, transportation, renewable energy, water and methods supporting an innovative and sustainable development of urban areas. Real-world examples are presented to highlight recent developments and advancements in design, construction and transportation infrastructures. The volume is based on the best contributions to the 2nd GeoMEast International Congress and Exhibition on Sustainable Civil Infrastructures, Egypt 2018 – The official international congress of the Soil-Structure Interaction Group in Egypt (SSIGE).
Download or read book Geographic Information Systems Data Science Approach written by Rifaat Abdalla and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-03-13 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the dynamic world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data science with our comprehensive book in which innovation and insights converge. This book presents a pioneering exploration at the intersection of GIS and data science, providing a comprehensive view of their symbiotic relationship and transformative potential. It encapsulates advanced methodologies, real-world applications, and interdisciplinary approaches that redefine how we perceive and utilize spatial data. Offering a gateway to cutting-edge research and practical insights, this book serves as a crucial resource for scholars, practitioners, and enthusiasts alike. It addresses pressing challenges across diverse domains, from environmental studies to public health and predictive analytics, demonstrating the paramount significance of integrating GIS with data science methodologies. It is an essential compass guiding readers toward a deeper understanding and application of these dynamic fields in today's data-driven world.
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Download or read book Handbook of Research on Geoinformatics written by Karimi, Hassan A. and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2009-01-31 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book discusses the complete range of contemporary research topics such as computer modeling, geometry, geoprocessing, and geographic information systems"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Fundamentals of Spatial Information Systems written by Robert Laurini and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 1992-03-19 with total page 709 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The study and application of spatial information systems have been developed primarily from the use of computers in the geosciences. These systems have the principle functions of capturing, storing, representing, manipulating, and displaying data in 2-D and 3-D worlds. This book approaches its subject from the perspectives of informatics and geography, presenting methods of conceptual modeling developed in computer science that provide valuable aids for resolving spatial problems. This book is an essential textbook for both students and practitioners. It is indispensable for academic geographers, computer scientists, and the GIS professional. Serves as the first comprehensive textbook on the field of Spatial Information Systems (also known as Geographic Information Systems) Contains extensive illustrations Presents numerous detailed examples
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Download or read book Handbook of Research on Digital Research Methods and Architectural Tools in Urban Planning and Design written by Abusaada, Hisham and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2019-06-28 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The efficient usage, investigation, and promotion of new methods, tools, and technologies within the field of architecture, particularly in urban planning and design, is becoming more critical as innovation holds the key to cities becoming smarter and ultimately more sustainable. In response to this need, strategies that can potentially yield more realistic results are continually being sought. The Handbook of Research on Digital Research Methods and Architectural Tools in Urban Planning and Design is a critical reference source that comprehensively covers the concepts and processes of more than 20 new methods in both planning and design in the field of architecture and aims to explain the ways for researchers to apply these methods in their works. Pairing innovative approaches alongside traditional research methods, the physical dimensions of traditional and new cities are addressed in addition to the non-physical aspects and applied models that are currently under development in new settlements such as sustainable cities, smart cities, creative cities, and intercultural cities. Featuring a wide range of topics such as built environment, urban morphology, and city information modeling, this book is essential for researchers, academicians, professionals, technology developers, architects, engineers, and policymakers.
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Download or read book Challenges of Information Technology Management in the 21st Century written by Information Resources Management Association. International Conference and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2000 with total page 1244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the 21st century begins, we are faced with opportunities and challenges of available technology as well as pressured to create strategic and tactical plans for future technology. Worldwide, IT professionals are sharing and trading concepts and ideas for effective IT management, and this co-operation is what leads to solid IT management practices. This volume is a collection of papers that present IT management perspectives from professionals around the world. The papers seek to offer new ideas, refine old ones, and pose interesting scenarios to help the reader develop company-sensitive management strategies.
Download or read book Spatial Modeling in GIS and R for Earth and Environmental Sciences written by Hamid Reza Pourghasemi and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2019-01-18 with total page 800 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spatial Modeling in GIS and R for Earth and Environmental Sciences offers an integrated approach to spatial modelling using both GIS and R. Given the importance of Geographical Information Systems and geostatistics across a variety of applications in Earth and Environmental Science, a clear link between GIS and open source software is essential for the study of spatial objects or phenomena that occur in the real world and facilitate problem-solving. Organized into clear sections on applications and using case studies, the book helps researchers to more quickly understand GIS data and formulate more complex conclusions. The book is the first reference to provide methods and applications for combining the use of R and GIS in modeling spatial processes. It is an essential tool for students and researchers in earth and environmental science, especially those looking to better utilize GIS and spatial modeling. - Offers a clear, interdisciplinary guide to serve researchers in a variety of fields, including hazards, land surveying, remote sensing, cartography, geophysics, geology, natural resources, environment and geography - Provides an overview, methods and case studies for each application - Expresses concepts and methods at an appropriate level for both students and new users to learn by example
Download or read book Developing Spatial Data Infrastructures written by Ian P. Williamson and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2003-07-10 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expert perspectives on SDI theory and practice The spatial data infrastructure (SDI) concept continues to evolve and become an increasingly important element of the infrastructure that supports economic development, environmental management, and social stability. Because of its dynamic and complex nature, however, it remains a fuzzy concept
Download or read book Urban Projects Manual written by Great Britain. Department for International Development and published by Liverpool University Press. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Urban Projects Manual addresses key issues facing professionals working in the urban sector and illustrates methods with examples. For this new edition sections have been updated, references added to Latin American cases and additional technical notes included. "... is likely to continue to be an indispensable aid to development professionals worldwide."—Habitat International
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