This second edition of this very accessible book has been updated to provide a practical introduction to the design of object-oriented programs using UML. It includes detailed coverage of modelling ...

A new network structure is proposed in which internal water mains are utilized. The structure simplifies the piping network, as well as the operation and control of large plants involving many ...

An object-oriented spatial database model is developed for coalfield geological hazards taking into account the unique characteristics of coalfield geological hazard data structure. The model is ...

The object technology has been recognized as a paradigm for building an e-commerce Web site. Components have been thought to be the next evolution of objects. Currently, most applications of object ...

Surface-supported metal–organic framework (MOF) films hold fantastic promises for viable scientific applications, particularly in sensors and electronic devices. However, slow diffusion, limited mass ...