Purple sweet potato (PSP) is a special type of sweet potato with high concentration of anthocyanin pigment in the root. It is rich in starch, sugar, minerals, vitamins and antioxidants like phenolics, β-carotene, and has a strong prospect as substrate for alcoholic fermentation. The low cost of sweet potato and its prospective usage in the production of alcoholic beverages make it viable for commercialization.The book reviews the use of the roots of PSP for the production ...

THE NEW ADVANCED SOCIETYIncluded in this book are the fundamentals of Society 5.0, artificial intelligence, and the industrial Internet of Things, featuring their working principles and application in different sectors.A 360-degree view of the different dimensions of the digital revolution is presented in this book, including the various industries transforming industrial manufacturing, the security and challenges ahead, and the far-reachin...

Blockchain and Metaverse technologies are revolutionising the digital landscape by offering transformative potential across industries. Because of its decentralised and transparent nature, Blockchain ensures secure and tamper-proof transactions and fosters trust in such areas as finance, supply chain, and healthcare. It enables the creation of digital assets, smart contracts, and decentralised applications to pave the way for a more equitable and efficient digital economy. The Metaverse is...

Master the next frontier of technology with this book, which provides an in-depth guide to adaptive artificial intelligence and its ability to create flexible, self-governed systems in dynamic industries.Adaptive artificial intelligence represents a significant advancement in the development of AI systems, particularly within various industries that require robust, flexible, and responsive technologies. Unlike traditional AI, which operates based on pre-defined mod...

Equip yourself with the knowledge to build a resilient digital infrastructure by understanding how the digital immune system leverages advanced technologies to proactively defend against cyber threats.The concept of the digital immune system represents a significant advancement in cybersecurity, reflecting the industry’s shift toward more intelligent and adaptive defense mechanisms. Drawing inspiration from biological immune systems, the digital immune system offer...

Prepare for the next technological frontier with this essential, multidisciplinary guide that delves into hyper-intelligent networks, providing a comprehensive overview of how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing telecommunications, healthcare, and other vital sectors with cognitive, autonomous connectivity.As we stand on the brink of a new technological frontier, the convergence of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and network infrastructure promis...

METAVERSE AND IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGIESThe book covers the multidimensional perspectives of the metaverse through the prism of virtual reality, augmented reality, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and IoT, ranging from rudimentary to advanced applications.This book provides a thorough explanation of how the technology behind metaverse and other virtual reality technologies are changing the world. The primary objective is to present the revo...

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 k...

Embark on a journey into the intersection of the metaverse and blockchain with Metaverse and Blockchain Use Cases and Applications. This book goes beyond theoretical concepts and offers a pragmatic exploration of how these innovative technologies are revolutionizing industries and creating tangible impact in everyday life. Through a series of illustrative case studies, the book unveils how blockchain technology is reshaping the architecture of virtual worlds and is providing a sec...

This book provides insights on blockchain technology and its applications in real-world business, supply chain, health care, education, HRM, retail, logistics and transport industries. This book grants a comprehensive understanding of how this technology is functioning within modern real-world applications and how it can influence the future of the real-world applications in industry. The chapters cover the case study, applications of blockchain, benefits and challenges, disruptive innovat...

This book covers innovations in starter culture, production of health beneficial fermented food products, technological intervention in beer, wine and spirits production, marketing of alcoholic beverages, modernization of dairy plants for production of fermented dairy products, non-diary probiotics, development of automatic fermenters, and packaging technology. Furthermore, it includes genetic engineering for improved production and quality improvement of food and beverages, which allows f...

In recent years, blockchain development has grown quickly from the original Bitcoin protocol to the second-generation Ethereum platform, and to today’s process of building third-generation blockchains. During this evolution, we can see how blockchain technology has evolved from its original form as a distributed database to becoming a fully fledged, globally distributed, cloud computing platform. This book traces the past, present, and future of blockchain technology.