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Past, Present, and Future of Knowledge Acquisition This book contains the proceedings of the 11th European Workshop on Kno- edge Acquisition, Modeling, and Management (EKAW'99), held at Dagstuhl Castle (Germany) in May of 1999. This continuity and the high number of s- missions re?ect the mature status of the knowledge acquisition community. Knowledge Acquisition started as an attempt to solve the main bottleneck in developing expert systems (now called knowledge-based systems): Acquiring knowledgefromahumanexpert. Variousmethodsandtoolshavebeendeveloped to improve this process. These approaches signi?cantly reduced the cost of - veloping knowledge-based systems. However, these systems often only partially ful?lled the taskthey weredevelopedfor andmaintenanceremainedanunsolved problem. This required a paradigm shift that views the development process of knowledge-based systems as a modeling activity. Instead of simply transf- ring human knowledge into machine-readable code, building a knowledge-based system is now viewed as a modeling activity. A so-called knowledge model is constructed in interaction with users and experts. This model need not nec- sarily re?ect the already available human expertise. Instead it should provide a knowledgelevelcharacterizationof the knowledgethat is requiredby the system to solve the application task. Economy and quality in system development and maintainability are achieved by reusable problem-solving methods and onto- gies. The former describe the reasoning process of the knowledge-based system (i. e., the algorithms it uses) and the latter describe the knowledge structures it uses (i. e., the data structures). Both abstract from speci?c application and domain speci?c circumstances to enable knowledge reuse.

This book provides an extensive examination of state-of-the-art methods in multimodal retrieval, generation, and the pioneering field of retrieval-augmented generation. The work is rooted in the domain of Transformer-based models, exploring the complexities of blending and interpreting the intricate connections between text and images. The authors present cutting-edge theories, methodologies, and frameworks dedicated to multimodal retrieval and generation, aiming to furnish readers with a comprehensive understanding of the current state and future prospects of multimodal AI. As such, the book is a crucial resource for anyone interested in delving into the intricacies of multimodal retrieval and generation. Serving as a bridge to mastering and leveraging advanced AI technologies in this field, the book is designed for students, researchers, practitioners, and AI aficionados alike, offering the tools needed to expand the horizons of what can be achieved in multimodal artificial intelligence.

This book presents high-quality research in the field of 3D imaging technology. The fifth edition of International Conference on 3D Imaging Technology (3DDIT-MSP&DL) continues the good traditions already established by the first four editions of the conference to provide a wide scientific forum for researchers, academia, and practitioners to exchange newest ideas and recent achievements in all aspects of image processing and analysis, together with their contemporary applications. The conference proceedings are published in two volumes. The main topics of the papers comprise famous trends such as: 3D image representation, 3D image technology, 3D images and graphics, and computing and 3D information technology. In these proceedings, special attention is paid at the 3D tensor image representation, the 3D content generation technologies, big data analysis, and also deep learning, artificial intelligence, the 3D image analysis and video understanding, the 3D virtual and augmented reality, and many related areas. The first volume contains papers in 3D image processing, transforms, and technologies. The second volume is about computing and information technologies, computer images, and graphics and related applications. The two volumes of the book cover a wide area of the aspects of the contemporary multidimensional imaging and the related future trends from data acquisition to real-world applications based on various techniques and theoretical approaches.

This book reports on original approaches intended to support the development of biologically inspired cognitive architectures. It bridges together different disciplines, including artificial intelligence, linguistics, neuro- and social sciences, psychology and philosophy of mind, among others. The chapters are based on contributions presented at the 2024 Annual International Conference on Brain-Inspired Cognitive Architectures for Artificial Intelligence (the 15th Annual Meeting of the BICA Society, BICA•AI 2024), organized in collaboration with the 17th Conference on Artificial General Intelligence (AGI 2024) and held on August 13-16, 2024, in Seattle, WA, USA. They cover emerging methods, theories and ideas towards the realization of general-purpose humanlike artificial intelligence or fostering a better understanding of the ways the human mind works. All in all, this book provides engineers, mathematicians, psychologists, computer scientists and other experts with a timely snapshot of recent research and a source of inspiration for future developments in the broadly intended areas of artificial intelligence and biological inspiration.

This comprehensive volume focuses on the latest advancements in Generative AI, including state-of-the-art techniques and models that are pushing the boundaries of what is possible. It covers recent developments in areas such as Generative AI models, transfer learning and Natural Language Processing (NLP) highlighting their potential to revolutionize content generation and creative applications including OpenAI, LangChain, NLTK and their practical implementations across diverse domains. The volume provides insights into emerging research areas, novel architectures, and innovative approaches in Generative AI, giving searchers a glimpse into the exciting future of the field. The aim is to offer readers a deep understanding of Generative AI and how it can be harnessed to tackle complex real-world challenges.

According to Serpa (in MDPI encyclopedia) [3], Society 5.0 can be realized as a concept and a guide for social development, with a profound impact on current societal structures in multiple levels. Society 5.0 achieves advanced convergence between cyberspace and physical space, enabling AI-based on big data and robots to perform or support as an agent the work and adjustments that humans have done up to now. Deguchi et al., [4] define Society 5.0 as a highly intelligent society based on generation, processing, exchange of data, and more specifically knowledge, through the connection of the physical environment with the cyberspace. Achieving Society 5.0 with these attributes would enable the world to realize economic development while solving key social problems. It would additionally contribute to achieving the SDGs established by the United Nations. Despite the differences in formulation of the names of these periods and societies, it is obvious that each of them became a basis for step like growth in developed society; at, specific time periods, scale, character and depth of these changes are different in different countries. Consequently, to address the aims of the book, it seeks exploratory, empirical, interpretive, and theoretical research built on either primary or secondary data. The approaches suggested are not exhaustive and can be extended upon by the researchers. In addition, the book will contribute towards the UN's sustainable development goals. In support of UN's efforts towards a more digital economy, this book aims to debate and discuss the history, genesis, future, opportunities, and challenges of transitioning to Society 5.0. and provides a holistic perspective on a variety of topics special topics which contribute towards the optimal attainment of the SDGs, particularly in terms of socialdimensions. Finally, this book provides a platform for researchers, academics, and professionals to the transition and technological enablers of industrial revolutions through empirical or exploratory studies that use a variety of innovative approaches. The target audience of the book includes researchers and scholars who will find in its comprehensive knowledge about industry 4, industry 5, society 5 and its contribution to economic growth and sustainable development goals (SDGs). Furthermore, the book's secondary target audience are teachers, managers, strategists, professionals, governments, and policymakers.

This book widens the insights with the advent of data-driven techniques using intelligent Cyber-Physical Systems to monitor and diagnose patients, provide personalized treatments, and enhance the overall quality of care. Intelligent Cyber-Physical Systems for healthcare solutions is an emerging area of research that aims to integrate advanced technologies, such as sensors, actuators, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of things, with healthcare systems to improve patient outcomes. This book provides an overview of the state-of-the-art in this field, showcasing the latest advances in cyber-physical systems design and implementation—the challenges and opportunities in applying CPS to healthcare. The book covers various aspects of intelligent cyber-physical systems in healthcare, including architecture, communication protocols, data processing, monitoring, diagnosis, rehabilitation, and assistive technologies. It also addresses important issues such as security, privacy, and ethics considerations and presents best practices for ensuring the safety and reliability of CPS in healthcare. The book offers a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students to transform healthcare and improve patient outcomes while highlighting the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and ethical considerations in its design and implementation.

This volume comprises of research papers presented at the 4th International Conference on Innovations in Computational Intelligence and Computer Vision (ICICV 2024) organized by Department of Computer and Communication Engineering, Manipal University Jaipur, India during April 4 – 5, 2024. The book includes a collection of innovative ideas from researchers, scientists, academics, industry professionals and students. The book covers a variety of topics, such as artificial intelligence and computer vision, image processing and video analysis, applications and services of artificial intelligence and computer vision, interdisciplinary areas combining artificial intelligence and computer vision, and other innovative practices.

The two-volume set LNCS 15404 and 15405 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Service-Oriented Computing, ICSOC 2024, held in Tunis, Tunisia, during December 3–6, 2024. The 38 full papers and 19 short papers presented in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 255 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Edge and IoT; Generative AI; Service Security and Privacy; and Processes and Workflows. Part II: Cloud Computing; QoS and SLA; Microservice; Service Recommendation; Emerging Technologies and Approaches; Service Composition; Blockchain; and Industry Papers.

This book gathers selected papers presented at 6th International Conference on Communication and Computational Technologies (ICCCT 2024), jointly organized by Soft Computing Research Society (SCRS) and Rajasthan Institute of Engineering & Technology (RIET), Jaipur, during January 8–9, 2024. The book is a collection of state-of-the art research work in the cutting-edge technologies related to the communication and intelligent systems. The topics covered are algorithms and applications of intelligent systems, informatics and applications, and communication and control systems.

This book features selected research papers presented at the Fifth International Conference on Computing, Communications, and Cyber-Security (IC4S'05) Volume 2, organized in India, during 8th–9th April, 2024. The conference was hosted at GEHU, Bhimtal Campus in India. It includes innovative work from researchers, leading innovators, and professionals in the areas of communication and network technologies, advanced computing technologies, data analytics and intelligent learning, the latest electrical and electronics trends, and security and privacy issues. The work is presented in two volumes.

The book includes proceedings of AI Summit 2023: Towards a Smart Sustainable Society which serve as a collaborative platform for diverse communities to address and resolve societal challenges using Artificial Intelligence. This book enables experts and researchers to evaluate the advantages of AI-driven technological transformations. It covers an extensive array of topics in artificial intelligence and machine learning, including deep learning, image processing, convolutional neural networks, advanced neural networks, sensors, Internet of Things (IoT), and genetic algorithms.

This book features selected papers presented at the 6th International Conference on Recent Innovations in Computing (ICRIC 2023), held on 26–27 October 2023 at the Central University of Jammu, India, and organized by the university's Department of Computer Science and Information Technology. The book is divided into two volumes, and it includes the latest research in the areas of software engineering, cloud computing, computer networks and Internet technologies, artificial intelligence, information security, database and distributed computing, and digital India.

This book presents best-selected papers presented at the 6th International Conference on Smart Computing and Informatics (SCI 2024), held at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Anil Neerukonda Institute of Technology & Sciences (ANITS), Visakhapatnam, India, during 19–20 April 2024. It presents advanced and multidisciplinary research towards the design of smart computing and informatics. The theme is on a broader front and focuses on various innovation paradigms in system knowledge, intelligence and sustainability that may be applied to provide realistic solutions to varied problems in society, environment and industries. The scope is also extended towards the deployment of emerging computational and knowledge transfer approaches, optimizing solutions in various disciplines of science, technology and healthcare. The work is published in three volumes.

The two-volume set LNAI 15299 and 15300 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 26th International Conference on Speech and Computer, SPECOM 2024, held in Belgrade, Serbia, during November 25–28, 2024. The 53 full papers included in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 90 submissions. The book also contains two invited talks in full paper length. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Volume I: Invited papers; automatic speech recognition; speech and language resources; speech synthesis and perception; and speech processing for medicine. Volume II: Computational paralinguistics; affective computing; speaker recognition; digital speech processing; natural language processing.

This book covers recent trends in the field of devices, wireless communication and networking. It gathers selected papers presented at the 7th International Conference on Communication, Devices and Networking (ICCDN 2024), which was organized by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Sikkim, India, on January 19–20, 2024. Gathering cutting-edge research papers prepared by researchers, engineers and industry professionals, it helps young and experienced scientists and developers alike to explore new perspectives and offers them inspirations on how to address real-world problems in the areas of electronics, communication, devices and networking.

This book presents a curated selection of papers from the International Conference on Advanced Engineering, Technology, and Applications (ICAETA24), hosted by the University of Catania, Italy, in March 2024. The conference is co-organized by Istinye University, Turkey. The book delves into the forefront of technological advancements, spotlighting the latest trends and applications of artificial intelligence across diverse domains and addressing real-world challenges with transformative solutions. Readers will gain insights into state-of-the-art models and methodologies, particularly focusing on their applications on benchmark datasets. The discussions and presentations within this volume are organized around four pivotal tracks: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Big Data and Cloud Computing, Internet of Things and Sensor Technology, and Applications of Artificial Intelligence. Each track offers a deep dive into its respective domain, exploring the profound impact of technological innovations on various industries and sectors.

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Practical Applications of Agents and Multi-Agent Systems, PAAMS 2024, held in Salamanca, Spain, during June 26-28, 2024. The 26 full papers and 6 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 64 submissions. The PAAMS 2024 proceedings focus on the development and deployment of agents and multi-agent systems and their real-world applications.

This book constitutes short papers, Doctoral Consortium and Workshops papers which were held in conjunction with the 28th European Conference on New Trends in Databases and Information Systems, ADBIS 2024, which took place in Bayonne, France, during August 28–31, 2024. The total of 28 full papers and 7 short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 103 submissions. They were organized in the following topical sections: Doctoral Consortium; 5th Workshop on Intelligent Data - From Data to Knowledge (DOING 2024); 3rd Workshop on Knowledge Graphs Analysis on a Large Scale (K-GALS 2024); 6th Workshop on Modern Approaches in Data Engineering and Information System Design (MADEISD 2024); 3rd Workshop on Personalization and Recommender Systems (PERS 2024); Access methods and query processing; discovery and data analysis; Machine Learning; large language models; and tutorials.

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the First International Conference, Intelligent Systems in Computing and Communication, ISCComm 2023, held in Moodabidri, India, during December 8–9, 2023. The 36 full papers and 17 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 245 proceedings. They were categorized under the topical sections as follows: Part I: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Part II: IoT&Blockchain Technology, Communication Technology and Data Processing, Image/Video Analysis and Processing

This book constitutes the proceedings of the Second refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, DSAI 2024, held in Medan, Indonesia, during November 13–15, 2024. The 18 full papers, 2 short papers and 3 invited talks were included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 69 submissions. They are organized in the following topical sections: Keynote Presentations; Natural and Sign Language Processing; Applications of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence; Affective Computing and AI Games; Embedded AI and Applications; Data Science; AI and Healthcare.

This 15-volume set LNCS 15031-15045 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 7th Chinese Conference on Pattern Recognition and Computer Vision, PRCV 2024, held in Urumqi, China, during October 18–20, 2024. The 579 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 1526 submissions. The papers cover various topics in the broad areas of pattern recognition and computer vision, including machine learning, pattern classification and cluster analysis, neural network and deep learning, low-level vision and image processing, object detection and recognition, 3D vision and reconstruction, action recognition, video analysis and understanding, document analysis and recognition, biometrics, medical image analysis, and various applications.

This book provides a comprehensive and essential resource for healthcare professionals, researchers and students interested in the field of hospital logistics. Hospital logistics is a complex process encompassing a wide range of design, planning, and execution activities, providing essential support for the production of healthcare services in all their forms. It is at once strategic, tactical and operational. Its scope ranges from the design and implementation of care units and healthcare facility networks, to the procurement of expensive drugs and medical equipment, the planning of human and material resources (beds, operating theaters, transport, etc.), and the management of stocks of drugs, blood and other health products. The role of hospital logistics is essential in guaranteeing the accessibility, quality and efficiency of care. It helps to optimize care production processes, reduce costs and improve workflow management. It offers an in-depth exploration of the key issues, best practices and technological advances in this critical field.

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 12th Ecuadorian Conference on Information and Communication Technologies, TICEC 2024, held in Loja, Ecuador, during October 16–18, 2024. The 24 full papers presented here were carefully reviewed and selected from 74 submissions. They were organized in the following topical sections: Image Processing, Classification, and Segmentation; Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Applications; IoT, Embedded Systems, and Applications in Healthcare and Industrial Environments.

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Technologies and Innovation, CITI 2024, held in Guayaquil, Ecuador, during November 2024. The 15 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 38 submissions. These papers have been organized under the following topical sections: Artificial intelligence in Agriculture; Natural language processing and semantic web; Machine learning; Software tools.

This book features high-quality, peer-reviewed research papers presented at the International Conference on Data Electronics and Computing (ICDEC 2023) organized by Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Mizoram University (A Central University) Aizawl, India & Department of Computer Science & Engineering, National Institute of Technology Mizoram Aizawl, India during 15 – 16 December 2023. The book covers topics in communication, networking and security, image, video and signal processing; cloud computing, IoT and smart city, AI/ML, big data and data mining, VLSI design, antenna, and microwave andcontrol.

This book delves into the transformative potential of neuromorphic computing within the field of civil engineering, specifically focusing on its application to disaster management. With the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters, traditional disaster management systems face significant challenges in prediction accuracy, response time, and effective resource allocation. Neuromorphic computing, inspired by the neural processes of the human brain, offers a revolutionary approach to addressing these challenges. Through an in-depth exploration, this book outlines the theoretical foundations of neuromorphic computing, its integration into smart infrastructure, and the development of advanced predictive models for natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, and urban fires. Additionally, it examines the technical, ethical, and social considerations inherent in deploying these technologies, alongside a vision for their future development. The convergence of neuromorphic computing and civil engineering heralds a new era of enhanced resilience, where more informed, rapid, and effective disaster management strategies are not just a possibility but a reality. The book contributes to the discourse on leveraging cutting-edge computing technologies to foster safer, more resilient communities in the face of natural calamities.

This book presents Proceedings of the International Conference on Intelligent Systems and Networks, Hanoi, Vietnam, a collection of peer-reviewed articles accepted by ICISN 2024. It includes current research outcomes and results of cutting-edge work reported by the authors. The articles included here are very useful for researchers and industry practitioners. The scope of the proceedings include, but not limited to Foundations of Computer Science; Computational Intelligence, Language and speech processing; Software Engineering and software development methods; Wireless Communications, Signal Processing for Communications, Next-generation mobile networks, Internet-of-Things and Sensor Systems; etc. In all, this proceedings is of great value as reference in these emerging areas of research.

This book includes selected peer-reviewed papers presented at the International Conference on Trends in Electronics and Health Informatics (TEHI 2023), held at Institute of Information Technology, Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh, during December 26–27, 2023. The book is broadly divided into five sections—artificial intelligence and soft computing, healthcare informatics, Internet of things and data analytics, electronics, and communications.

This volume comprises peer-reviewed proceedings of the International Conference on Robotics, Control, Automation, and Artificial Intelligence (RCAAI 2023). It aims to provide a broad spectrum picture of the state of art research and development in the areas of intelligent control, the Internet of Things, machine vision, cybersecurity, robotics, circuits, and sensors, among others. This volume will provide a valuable resource for those in academia and industry.

The two-volume set CCIS 2225 and 2226 constitutes the proceedings of the Second International Conference on Information Technologies and Their Applications, ITTA 2024, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, during April 23-25, 2024. The 51 full papers and 9 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 200 submissions. They were organized in the following topical sections: Part I - information technology in intelligent systems; and information technology in modeling. Part II - information technology applied in construction, industry, and engineering; and information technology in decision making.