This book investigates the distributed impulsive coordination control of multi-agent systems (MASs), including consensus problem and formation problem. Compared with continuous control, impulsive control as a discontinuous control method only needs information interaction at impulsive instants, which can greatly reduce the transmission cost in the communication process. In practice, MASs are often affected by environmental and hardware conditions, resulting in the application of impulsive control is limited. For example, it is difficult to exert the impulsive control signal accurately at a fixed instant, and it is difficult to control all agents at the same impulsive instant. Moreover, the actual models of MASs often contain some constraints such as unknown parameters, stochastic perturbation, and time delays. In addition, stochastic switching topologies and cyberattacks will limit the communication between agents in MASs, which will greatly affect the coordination control performance. Based on the existing research results, this book considers the above constraints of MASs in practice and studies the key problems of distributed impulsive coordination control for MASs. The book is intended for undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in control system theory, as well as engineers studying MASs.

Devenir parent et accompagner son enfant à chaque étape : un voyage fabuleux auquel convie le célèbre pédopsychiatre Marcel Rufo dans ce nouvel ouvrage de référence de la collection Pour les Nuls.

This book presents a comprehensive study on the phenomenon of projection in English language, drawing upon Halliday’s systemic functional linguistics (SFL) model. It aims to clarify the grammatical status of projecting and projected clauses and explore their synchronic distribution features as well as diachronic evolution patterns.

This book provides an overview of changes in legislation in Australia concerning both family law and child protection law. The topic is important as the Australian Government has identified that the rate of mental disorder in some cohorts of children is high and rising. These cohorts of children live in families where they are vulnerable because they are exposed to risk factors that can be changed by a coordinated effort from parents, therapists, and lawyers.

FileMaker Pro is a development platform from Claris International Inc., a subsidiary of Apple Inc. The software makes it easy for everyone to create powerful, multi-user, cross-platform, relational database applications.

This book offers a unique panoramic survey of the state of animal law in twenty-six countries and in the legal system of the European Union. The authors give a brief introduction to each jurisdiction, examine key issues, and formulate recommendations. The contributions provide ample opportunities for legal comparative studies touching on constitutional law, criminal law, civil law, environmental law, and administrative law, and discuss the crucial role of NGOs and civil society in raising awareness for the plight of animals.

Get a comprehensive, in-depth introduction to the core Python language with this hands-on book. Based on author Mark Lutz's popular training course, this updated sixth edition will help you quickly write efficient, high-quality code with Python. It's an ideal way to begin, whether you're new to programming or a professional developer versed in other languages.

The ARM edition of Introduction to Computer Organization will show you how high-level code connects to computer hardware through ARM 64-bit assembly language. You’ll learn ARM assembly language from the ground up, and all you’ll need is some basic experience with programming. As you grow to understand ARM’s 64-bit design (from first principles), you’ll develop the skills to write more efficient, optimized code.

This book is the latest in Randall Hyde’s iconic series on assembly language programming. A comprehensive masterclass on 64-bit ARM, it guides you through the instruction set for the increasingly popular 64-bit ARM CPU, teaching you to translate high-level language operations into assembly language, write powerful programs unique to ARM, and handle the development of large software projects easily.

L’Occidente, così racconta la vulgata, è stato costruito sulle idee e sui valori greco-romani, idee e valori assopiti in Europa durante i lunghi secoli medievali e poi riscoperti nel corso del Rinascimento. Josephine Quinn sostiene invece che la vera storia dell’Occidente sia molto più ampia e complessa di questo paradigma consolidato. Gran parte della nostra memoria comune è andata perduta, oscurata dalla teoria – sviluppata in epoca vittoriana – delle “civiltà separate”. Passando dall’Età del Bronzo all’epoca delle grandi esplorazioni, Occidente ripercorre millenni di incontri e scambi globali, rivelando come le società si siano, da sempre, confrontate e intrecciate..

Un weekend alle terme? L'ideale per rilassarsi… a meno che il tuo fidanzato non sia Pepiyos! Lo sa bene Graziana, che dopo una settimana di studio e lavoro vorrebbe soltanto dormire e starsene a mollo in una vasca d'acqua calda. Ma Pepi non perde tempo e comincia subito a tormentarla, tra bagni gelati e docce di vernice. Graziana risponde colpo su colpo, uno scherzo dopo l'altro, finché non si accorge che alle terme c'è anche Giulia, la ex di Pepi! Che cosa ci fa lì? È l'ennesima burla per farla ingelosire, o il cuore del suo ragazzo batte ancora per la fidanzata di un tempo?

Nel mondo verde di Edrevia gli alberi parlano e camminano, a volte battibeccano, si amano, scrivono libri e li custodiscono in biblioteche splendenti, organizzano feste che durano settimane, si commuovono di fronte ai tramonti. Ma quando la loro casa è in pericolo, minacciata dalla crisi climatica, gli alberi possono anche decidere di partire e andare lontano, alla ricerca di risposte e soluzioni, di nuove alleanze e diversi orizzonti. E poi, dopo tanto viaggiare, scelgono di riferire ai compagni tutto ciò che hanno visto attraverso il più antico e prezioso dei metodi: il racconto. Dalla penna sapiente e giocosa di Stefano Mancuso, una nuova avventura ecologica che riguarda il destino del nostro pianeta..

The book reviews cutting-edge advancements and their implications across various domains of molecular diagnostics. It covers foundational topics like protein-ligand interactions, lipid-protein interactions within biological membranes, and the application of NMR spectroscopy in understanding membrane structures. The book also explores advanced techniques such as X-ray crystallography, liposome microarray assays, and protein-lipid interaction studies. By integrating experimental and computational methods, it provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the complexities of molecular diagnostics, from basic principles to innovative approaches in drug discovery and therapeutic development. Each chapter offers detailed discussions on specific topics, supported by experimental data and methodological insights, making it an invaluable resource for researchers, clinicians, and students seeking to enhance their knowledge and expertise in molecular diagnostics.

This book analyzes how the use of digital media by young children can affect their development. Children are starting to use digital media at an earlier age and this use is increasing. With the adoption of technology moving so quickly, research in the area also needs to evolve, and new theoretical and methodological approaches are needed. This book aims to contribute to this field of study by presenting new theoretical frameworks and methodological approaches to help advance research; by discussing results of empirical studies carried out with young children and their caregivers; and by proposing possible interventions to help parents and caregivers better oversee their children’s digital media use.