Introduction to Optimum Design, Fifth Edition is the most widely used textbook in engineering optimization and optimum design courses. It is intended for use in a first course on engineering design and optimization at the undergraduate or graduate level within engineering departments of all disciplines, but primarily within mechanical, aerospace and civil engineering. The basic approach of the text presents an organized approach to engineering design optimization in a rigorous yet simplified manner, illustrating various concepts and procedures with simple examples and demonstrating their applicability to engineering design problems. Formulation of a design problem as an optimization problem is emphasized and illustrated throughout the text. Excel and MATLAB are featured as learning and teaching aids. This new edition has been enhanced with new or expanded content in such areas as reliability-based optimization, lifecycle optimization of structures, metamodeling, shape and topology optimization, and combinatorial problems.

This book presents the basic principles and engineering data governing the process design of indirect heat transfer fluids and systems. It focuses on the selection of systems based on common engineering criteria such as reliability and cost, and particularly on energy conservation and safety.

Architect IoT solutions in any domain using the vast power of IoT architectural patterns with this hands-on guide Key Features * Speed up the process of implementing IoT solutions through the use of IoT architectural patterns * Look beyond the nature of the domain to see the underlying commonalities in IoT implementations * Learn how IoT architectural patterns are used today in a wide variety of contexts Book Description IoT is growing ever larger, and as it grows and moves to new domains, it requires architectural patterns to enable faster and more uniform development. Theoretical knowledge of patterns is all well and good, but how do you implement them? IoT Architectural Patterns in Practice has the answer. Through numerous use cases and examples, it helps you to conceptualize and implement IoT architectural patterns and use them in diverse contexts in the real world. You'll be introduced to a variety of IoT architectural patterns and then see how they are used in domains such as retail, smart manufacturing, and smart agriculture. Once you've examined the use cases and applicable patterns, you'll roll up your IoT sleeves and get hands-on with the implementation of the patterns, giving you the knowledge and practice to implement unique IoT solutions with the architectural patterns you've learned here. You'll look at security, project management, and operational efficiency, as well as data analytics. By the end of the book, you will be able to architect scalable, secure, and performance-optimized IoT solutions in any domain using the power of IoT architectural patterns, and you'll avoid the pitfalls that derail many IoT projects. What you will learn * Monitor the physical world using a Device Gateway * Choose the right sensors and actuators for your solution * Explore edge analytics, streaming analytics, and data lakes * Overcome the challenges of securing IoT systems * Prepare a typical IoT project management risk register * Ensure optimum test coverage * Implement use cases in which edge computing plays a prominent role * Differentiate between constrained devices and normal devices Who This Book Is For This book is relevant for IoT architects, CXOs, and technical directors, as well as IoT developers and semi-technical people such as technical program managers, technical pre-sales, and so on who are interested in understanding the fundamental patterns that are relevant in IoT and how these patterns can be mixed and matched to implement unique and diverse IoT applications. Prior knowledge of IoT fundamental concepts and related examples is assumed for using this book.

This is the little known story of a daring escape, by three young officers of Indian Army (IA), from a Japanese World War II Prisoner of War (POW) Camp, and their torturous trek to India and freedom. The trio escaped from POW Camp in Singapore in May 1942 and made their way through Malaya (now Malaysia), Thailand and Burma (now Myanmar), to reach India. In Burma they split into two groups. Balbir & Parab moved north through Myitkyina and enemy-held territories, before they contacted an allied patrol in the heavily jungled, hill tracts of upper Burma.

Today, the vicious battles fought between 4 Kumaon and Pak Army in Kashmir in 1965, are almost a forgotten saga of great chivalry by soldiers of both sides. In this book, these actions have been recounted in detail, including examples of incredible bravery displayed by the combatants. It was indeed traumatic for the troops when areas that had been captured by the unit in Bugina Bulge (POK), after incredible sufferings and heavy casualties, were returned to Pakistan. Our troops withdrew to the areas where they are located today. The heart-breaking orders to withdraw were dutifully followed despite our genuine claims to the captured areas. Similar withdrawals were also conducted in strategic areas of Hajipir Pass and Kargil Heights.Today, terrorists regularly infiltrate from Pakistan to India from these areas.