The Era of Ambient Intelligence

De: Ajit Singh

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

"The Era of Ambient Intelligence" is a comprehensive textbook designed to introduce students, educators, and professionals to the fascinating world of Ambient Intelligence (AmI). AmI represents the next wave of computing, where technology seamlessly and intelligently integrates into our environments to provide context-aware, personalized services. This book provides a systematic and practical exploration of the principles, technologies, design, and applications of AmI systems.


Key Features:


1. Comprehensive & Sequential Coverage: The ten chapters are logically organized to guide the reader from fundamental concepts and building blocks to advanced topics and a final, integrative capstone project.
2. Beginner to Advanced Approach: The book starts with the basics, making it accessible for beginners, and gradually delves into complex architectures, algorithms, and ethical considerations, catering to advanced learners.
3. Practical, Hands-On Learning: Theory is consistently supplemented with practical examples, implementation notes, and mini-projects within chapters, culminating in a complete DIY project in the final chapter.
4. Real-World Case Studies: In-depth case studies on Smart Homes, Ambient Assisted Living (AAL), Smart Cities, and Intelligent Retail provide tangible context to the concepts discussed.
5. Simple Language and Clear Explanations: Complex technical concepts are broken down into simple, easy-to-understand explanations, aided by diagrams, flowcharts, and illustrative examples.
6. Complete DIY Capstone Project: The final chapter provides a complete, step-by-step guide to building a live AmI project—a "Personalized Smart Room Environment Controller"—including hardware lists, circuit diagrams, and fully explained working code.
7. Global Perspective: While aligned with the Indian curriculum, the book covers universally relevant technologies, standards, and applications, making it suitable for students and professionals worldwide.


To Whom This Book Is For:


This book is primarily intended for:

1. B.Tech/B.E. Students: Of Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering, and other related branches.
2. M.Tech/M.E. Students: Specializing in AI, IoT, Embedded Systems, and Human-Computer Interaction.
3. Researchers and PhD Scholars: Working in the domain of Pervasive/Ubiquitous Computing and Smart Environments.
4. Industry Professionals & Developers: Working on IoT solutions, smart devices, and AI-driven applications who wish to upskill.
5. Technology Hobbyists and Enthusiasts: Who are keen to learn and build their own intelligent systems.


The genesis of this book lies in the pressing need for a consolidated, accessible, and practical resource that aligns with modern educational philosophies. Every chapter is designed not just to impart theoretical knowledge but to foster critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a hands-on, "do-it-yourself" spirit. The content is fully compliant with the syllabi of leading international universities for undergraduate (B.Tech) and postgraduate (M.Tech) courses in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, and related engineering disciplines.