Call for Chapters: Exploring the Micro World of Robotics Through Insect Robots

Editors

U. Vignesh, Vellore Institute of Technology, India
Annavarapu Chandra Sekhara Rao, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Saleem Raja Abdul Samad, University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman
Chitra Palanichamy, The Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management, India

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: May 5, 2024
Full Chapters Due: July 7, 2024
Submission Date: July 7, 2024

Introduction

This book delves into the futuristic field of insect robotics and its pivotal role in disaster recovery scenarios. Encompassing a diverse array of subjects, ranging from microcontroller principles and sensor advancements to ethical considerations and policy implications, this book offers a comprehensive perspective on the transformative potential of insect-inspired technologies in disaster response efforts. By synthesizing interdisciplinary viewpoints and showcasing real-world case studies, it bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications, providing valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students. Through its emphasis on collaboration and innovation, this book endeavours to shape the future landscape of national security, disaster resilience.

Objective

This comprehensive book aims to delve into the emerging field of insect robotics and its pivotal role within disaster recovery scenarios. Through a multidisciplinary approach, encompassing microcontroller principles, sensor advancements, ethical considerations, and policy implications, the objective is to provide a thorough understanding of the transformative potential of insect-inspired technologies in disaster response efforts. By synthesizing interdisciplinary viewpoints and presenting real-world case studies, this book aims to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications, offering valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students. Through collaboration and innovation, the publication endeavors to shape the future landscape of national security and disaster resilience by harnessing the unique capabilities of insect robots.

Target Audience

NDT Division, Indira Gandhi Center for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Govt. of India, Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, India. NDT Division, Bharat Heavy Electrical Limited (BHEL), Govt. of India, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India. National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi, India. Indian Society for Non-Destructive Testing, Chennai and Trichy chapter, India. Chitkara University Research and Innovative Network (CURIN), Punjab, India. SPA Research Group - K L University, Andhra Pradesh, India. TIFAC Core - SASTRA University, Tamil Nadu, India. Machine Vision research group, CET, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India Department of Computer Applications, NIT-Trichy, Tamilnadu, India. State-of-the-art Innovation Centre, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India. Research Centre, Middle East Technical University, Turkey. Taylor's University, Malaysia.

Recommended Topics

Introduction to Insect Robotics in Disaster Recovery Principles of Microcontrollers in Insect Robot Design Advancements in Micro Sensors for Insect Robot Perception Energy-efficient Micro Energy Solutions Navigation and Locomotion Strategies for Insect Robots Swarm Intelligence and Coordination in Insect Robot Teams Communication Systems for Collaborative Insect Robot Networks Micro-scale Manipulation and Payload Delivery by Insect Robots Adaptive Learning and Control in Insect Robot Behaviour Technological Challenges and Future Directions in Insect Robotics Environmental Monitoring Applications of Insect Robotics Disaster Mapping and Situational Awareness with Insect Robot Swarms Humanitarian Aid Delivery using Insect Robot Platforms Resilience and Robustness in Insect Robot Disaster Recovery Operations Case Studies: Real-world Applications of Insect Robots in Disaster Recovery Interdisciplinary Perspectives: Collaborations between Robotics, Engineering, and Emergency Management Ethics and Governance in the Deployment of Insect Robots for National Security Policy Implications of Insect Robot Integration into National Disaster Recovery Plans Public Perception and Acceptance of Insect Robots for National Sovereignty Biomimicry and Bioinspired Design in Insect Robotics

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before May 5, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by May 19, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters are expected to be submitted by July 7, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Exploring the Micro World of Robotics Through Insect Robots. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-blind peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.



Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2025.



Important Dates

May 5, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
May 19, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
July 7, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
August 11, 2024: Review Results Returned
September 8, 2024: Final Acceptance Notification
September 15, 2024: Final Chapter Submission



Inquiries

U. Vignesh Vellore Institute of Technology vignesh.u@vit.ac.in Annavarapu Chandra Sekhara Rao Indian Institute of Technology acsrao@iitism.ac.in Saleem Raja Abdul Samad University of Technology and Applied Science saleem.abdulsamad@shct.edu.om Chitra Palanichamy The Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management cpalanic@gitam.edu

Classifications


Computer Science and Information Technology
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