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Preface	p. xvii
Part 1 Architectures	p. 1
Synchronization of Spiking Neurons Modeling Inhibition/Excitation Firing	p. 3
Data Clustering with Spiking Neurons	p. 9
What Can SVMS Teach Each Other?	p. 15
Sparse Vs. Dense Data Representations in Kernel Methods	p. 21
Model Appropriateness in Hidden Markov Models	p. 27
Analysis of the Error Surface of Simple Recurrent Neural Networks	p. 33
Introduction to Functional Set Theory and its Principles	p. 39
An Adaptive Hybrid Genetic Annealing Technique Applied to Bayesian Networks	p. 45
Artificial Neural Network Development Using P2P Networks	p. 51
An Efficient and Fault Tolerant Algorithm for Multilayer Neural Network	p. 57
Fast, Stable and Online Training of Fuzzy Artmap Using a Novel, Conservative, Slow-Learning Strategy	p. 63
Pipelining of Fuzzy ARTMAP (FAM) Without Match Tracking	p. 69
Mathematically Inspired Environment Classification and Identification:Simplicial Complex Hierarchy	p. 75
Optimization of the Error Entropy Minimization Algorithm for Neural Network Classification	p. 81
Performance Sensitivity Analysis of the R-K Class Estimator Committee (RKC)	p. 87
A Variable Structure Learning Algorithm for Multilayer Perceptrons	p. 93
Unsupervised Learning of Mixtures On Large Spaces with Integrated Feature and Component Selection	p. 101
A Design Method For Repetitive Learning Controllers For Time-Delay Systems	p. 107
Learning Image-Based Landmarks for Wayfinding Using Neural Networks	p. 113
Transferring Skills to a Simulated Robot	p. 119
A Tornado Detection Algorithm Using Empirical Orthogonal Functions	p. 125
Identification of the Radial Basis Function Networks by Using the Multi-Layered GMDH Type Neural Network Algorithm	p. 131
A Comparison of Machine Learning Approaches to Promoter Recognition and PCR Primer Design	p. 137
Collision Avoidance for Multi-AGV by Learning Collision	p. 143
A Comparison of 2 Neural Fusion Models Using An Optimization Framework to Assess Rejection and ROC Thresholds with Correlated Temporal Data	p. 149
Advances in Evolutionary Agent Learning	p. 157
An Ant-Like Heuristic for Constructing High-Quality Steiner Trees	p. 165
Rule Generation for Classification by Ant Colony Optimization	p. 171
Evolving Intelligent Agents for First Responder Training Simulation	p. 177
Smart Control for Collective Agents	p. 183
Aggreration and Distribution of Social Agenst	p. 189
Agent Talk in Neural Networks	p. 195
The Quantum Perturbation Model of Organizations	p. 203
Robot Brains: Experiments in Implementing A-Brains on Small Mobile Robots	p. 209
Multi-Deme Planned Tournament Selection	p. 217
Advances in Ordered Greed	p. 223
Application of Competitive Co-Evolution Algorithm with Direction of Evolutional Processes to Tsume-Go Game	p. 229
An Improved Taxonomy of Evolutionary Computation Problems	p. 235
A Genetic Programming Technique for Solving Systems of Differential Equations	p. 241
A New Method Solving a Large Scale of TSP Based on Connectionism	p. 247
Presenting a Large Audience Interactive Multimedia Performance Driven by a Circular Lindenmayer System	p. 253
Conformation Analysis Using Evolutionary Approach	p. 259
Acceleration of a Procedure to Generate Fractal Curves of a Given Dimension Through the Probabilistic Characterization of Execution Time	p. 265
Evolutionary Control of Bracketed L-System Interpretation	p. 271
Hierarchical Genetic Algorithms for Topology Optimization in Fuzzy Control Systems	p. 277
Fingerprint Recognition Using the Fuzzy Sugeno Integral for Response Integration in Modular Neural Networks	p. 283
Using Genetic Algorithm and Fuzzy Logic for the Improvement of Load Balancing in Secondary Networks	p. 289
Range Operator Enabled Genetic Algorithms for Hyperspectral Analysis	p. 295
A Mixer Approach for Multiple Criteria Single Machine Scheduling by Using Genetic Algorithms	p. 301
Evolutionary Computation Applied to Melody Generation	p. 307
Image Dithering As N-queens Problem	p. 313
Autonomous Robot Navigation Using a Genetic Algorithm with an Efficient Genotype Structure Aditia Hermanu, Roger Wainwright, Kaveh Ashenayi	p. 319
On the Research of Fuzzy Operators Using Normalizing Functions	p. 327
A Study of Antenna-to-Antenna Coupling Prediction with Fuzzy Inference System	p. 333
Dosage-Film Response Analysis Using Fuzzy Linear Regression	p. 341
Web Service for Tourism Using the Fuzzy Relation Inequality	p. 347
Underwater Vehicle Model Identification with the Aid of Neural Networks	p. 355
Hierarchical Path-Planning with Feedback of a Trailer-Truck for On-Line Obstacle-Avoidance	p. 361
Robustly Stabilizing Controllers for Nonlinear Systems Using and Approximate Feedback Linearization	p. 367
Robust Servo Control for Nonlinear Systems Using an Approximate Feedback Linearization	p. 373
A Design Method of Adaptive Control Systems Using the Parametrization of All Stabilizing Controllers for Minimum Phase Systems	p. 379
Development of an Autonomous Mobile Robot for Radiation Source Detection Using Neural Networks	p. 385
A Perception-Based Approach Toward Robot Control by Natural Language	p. 391
Using a Digital Controller for a Neural Network Autonomous Navigation System for a Wheeled Mobile Robot	p. 397
A Design Method for PI Control for Minimum Phase Time-Delay Systems	p. 403
Fuzzy Logic Control Using PLC's	p. 409
Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Control of a Spring-Mass-Damper System	p. 415
Neuro Emission Controller for Minimizing Cyclic Dispersion in Spark Ignition Engines with EGR Levels	p. 421
Single Phase Fluid Flow Classification Via Neural Networks & Support Vector Machine	p. 427
Using Evolutionary Data Segregation Techniques to Reduce the Computation Time Needed to Design Piping Flow Using CFD	p. 433
Voice Activity Detection using Gaussian Radial Basis Function	p. 439
Multiclass Procedure for Minimax Probability Machine	p. 447
Text Classification with Least Square Support Vector Machines and Latent Semantic Indexing	p. 453
Structuring Semantically Distributed Homogeneous and Heterogeneous Data Sites	p. 459
Introduction to Structural HMM and it's Application in Pattern Classification	p. 465
Extending Relational Operations for Ciset Relational Database	p. 471
A Hybrid Decision Tree and Neural Network Technique for Enhancing Knowledge Discovery From Incomplete Survey Data	p. 477
Direct Kernel PLS for Spectral Source Identification	p. 483
Computer Intrusion Detection Through Predictive Models	p. 489
Data Mining Agricultural Data Using Neural Networks	p. 495
Discovering Causes for Fatal Car Accidents: A Distance-Based Data Mining Approach	p. 501
Boundary Sampling and Neural Network for Web Mining Applications	p. 507
K-Means and Som, A Concurrent Validation Scheme for Data Mining	p. 513
Semantic Information Evolution	p. 519
Developing Intelligent Information Systems for Genomic Data Analysis	p. 527
Objects Detection and Recognition in Scene Image Using Neural Networks based on Visual Characteristics	p. 535
Dynamic Scene Analysis Using Qualitative Motion Detection	p. 541
A Parallel Architecture for Detection of Underwater Objects from LiDar Data	p. 547
Reconstruction of Volumetric CAD Models Using 3D SOFMs	p. 553
Dynamic Data Driven Support Vector Machines Applied to Tornado Detection	p. 559
Finger Lock for High Degree Information Security Based on Neuro-Fuzzy Methodology	p. 565
Real Time Face Detection in Video Sequences in Complex Background Environment	p. 573
Self Organized Fuzzy Clustering	p. 579
Analysis of Surface EMG for Single and Multi-Finger Motion Recognition	p. 585
Facial Expressions Classification Using Learning Vector Quantisation Networks	p. 591
An Intelligent Interrogation of a Fibre Optic Based Multipoint Ultra Violet (UV) Sensor	p. 597
A Novel Chart Pattern Recognition Approach: A Case Study on Modified Cup with Handle	p. 603
Determination Orientation of Edges and Complex Features in Digital Images Via Neural Network	p. 609
Wood Defects Classification Using Fuzzy Logic	p. 615
Errors in Cotton Grading Data Using Back-Propagation Neural Networks	p. 621
An Investigation of the Effects of Correlation and Autocorrelation on Classifier Fusion and Optimal Classifier Ensembles	p. 627
American Sign Language Word Recognition with a Sensory Glove Using Artificial Neural Networks	p. 633
Generalization of Support Vector Machines Versus Neural Networks for Pattern Recognition	p. 639
Traffic Profiling Method for Service Demand Analysis	p. 647
Parallel Genetic Algorithms for On-Line Traffic Control Problems	p. 653
Categorization of Highway Traffic in Florida by Using Connectionist Approach	p. 659
Use of Artificial Neural Networks for the Analysis & Design of Concrete Pavement Systems Serving the A380-800 Aircraft	p. 665
Inverse Nonlinear Structural Analysis Otilizing Neural Network	p. 671
Constitutive Modeling of Angle-Ply Composite Using Combined Neural Network Mechanics Approach	p. 677
Fault Diagnosis In Rotating Mechanical Systems Using Self-Organizing Maps	p. 683
Financial Forecasting Using a Neural Network Trained with the MACD Technical Indicator	p. 693
Beating the House: A Study on Imroving Bollinger Bands Using Neural Networks	p. 699
A Neural Network Approach to Forecasting Inventories from Interest Rates	p. 705
Identifying Effects of Low Sensitivity Indicators in a Stock Market Forecasting Model	p. 711
A Neural Network for Inflation Forecasting	p. 717
An Application of Neural Networks with the Bollinger Band Technical Analysis Indicator for Stock Trading	p. 723
\Using Coalition Formation and Game Theory for Allocating Capital to New Transmission Investment	p. 729
Testing for Nonlinearities in Exchange Rates: An Application to Currency Crisis	p. 735
A Comparison of Methods for Derivative Trading Using Stock Return Forecasts	p. 741
Classification Results Using Six Organophosphate Nerve Agents Using Support Vector Machines	p. 749
Classification of Pulmonary Diseases Using Artificial Neural Networks	p. 755
Automatic Sleep Stage Classification Using Fuzzy Logic and Neural Networks with the EEG Signal	p. 761
A Study for Control of a Wearable Power Assist System	p. 767
Feature Extraction Using Time-Frequency and Wavelet Analysis for Classification of Heart Sounds	p. 773
New Results in Computer Aided Diagnosis (CAD) of Breast Cancer Using a Recently Developed SVM/GRNN Oracle Hybrid	p. 779
Medical Image Recognition by Using the Multi-Layered GMDH-Type Neural Networks with the Radial Basis Functions	p. 785
Simulation of Pulse Distribution Observed in Olfactory Bulb	p. 791
Modeling the Local Bending Relex of the Leech	p. 803
Modeling and Synthesis of Human Growth Hormone Secretion Mechanism Using CAD Tools	p. 809
Analysis of Equine Gaitprint	p. 815
A Neural Network Modeling of Look-Ahead Time In Book-Ahead Reservation In QoS-Enabled Networks	p. 823
Automatic Recognition and Safety Estimation of Voice Commands in Natural Language Given by the Operator of the Technological Device Using Artificial Neural Networks	p. 831
Secondary Structure Prediction of Hemoglobin by Neural Networks	p. 837
Time Series Analysis of Arm Motions Cyclic Movement in a Dance	p. 843
Position Detection Sensor Based on CMOS Floating-Gate Devices	p. 849
Top-Down Vs. Bottom-Up Neurocomputer Design	p. 855
Optimized Low Power Technique for Cache Architecture Using WTS Buffer with Tag Skipping and SF-LRU Algorithm	p. 867
High Performance Real-Time Fuzzy Logic System Using Field Programmable Gate Arrays and VHDL	p. 873
Using Artificial Neural Networks Combined with PCA in an Optical Fibre System for Monitoring Food Quality in a Full Scale Production Environment	p. 879
Analyzing Finite-Time Series with Dedicated Neural Network Hardware	p. 885
Self Organizing Global Ranking Algorithm and it's Applications	p. 893
High-pressure Gas Leak Detection by a Chaotic Approach in a Petroleum Refining Plant	p. 899
A Neural Network Based Multi-destination Routing Algorithm for Communications Network with an Improved Energy Function	p. 905
Possibility Dynamic Programming	p. 911
Generation of Pareto Optimum Map for Job-Shop Scheduling	p. 917
An Application of the Hopfield NN to Real-Time Monophonic Note Transcription	p. 923
Rule Driven Job-Shop Scheduling Derived from Neural Networks	p. 929
Modular Neural Networks for Semiconductor Manufacturing Process Modeling and Characterization: Applications to Plasma Processing	p. 935
Real-Time Sensory Updating of Residual Life Distributions for Replacement Management	p. 941
Intelligent Path Planning and Scheduling for Automated Guided Vehicles Using Evolutionary Algorithm	p. 947
Fuzzy Neural Network Models for Electrical Load Forecasting	p. 955
Subject Index	p. 961
Author Index	p. 972