Prague, Czech Republic, September 24-26, 2012                                 PLENARY SPEAKERS 
CONFERENCE PROGRAM                                                      HISTORY OF THIS CONFERENCE


REPORT and PHOTOS from the previous WSEAS Conference in Prague (2009):
http://www.wseas.us/reports/2009/prague/index.html

Unlimited Access in E-Library: Delegates attending the conference will receive a new username and password without expiry date for unlimited on-line access in the WSEAS Conference proceedings (1996-...) for ever.

Review Process: In WSEAS events, the Review is coordinated by the staff of the Sponsoring Universities in Collaboration with the International Scientific Committee. The responsibility of acceptance/rejection belongs to the collaborating / sponsoring Universities (and not to the WSEAS).
Join them as Reviewer using this form http://www.wseas.org/reviewersoffer.htm
List of Reviewers....

Additional Features:
1) Delegates attending the conference will be invited to submit an extended version of their paper for publication in NAUN and University Press journals (Indexed in SCOPUS, AMS, ACS, ZENTRALBLATT, ULRICH, MATHSCINE, DPP, DBP, ACM, INSPEC, IET (IEEE),  COMPENDEX, ELSEVIER, EI, Engineering Village, ScholarGoogle, PUBMED, MEDLINE, CSA, CSBA, DEST, EBSCO, EMBASE, GEOBASE, BIOBASE,BIOTECHNOBASE. and many others see  http://www.wseas.us/indexes ...)

2) Delegates attending the conference will receive in their briefcase:

*2a ****  Proceedings in hard copy (Indexed by ISI Web of Knowledge, SCOPUS, EI Compendex, ProQuest and Scitech Book News. Index to Scientific and Technical Proceedings, PUBMED,MEDLINE, ACM, IET (IEE), ASM, ACS, CSA, ELSEVIER , ZENTRALBLATT, MATHSCINET, DPP,EI, CSBA, Ulrigh, DEST, EBSCO, EMBASE, GEOBASE, BIOBASE,BIOTECHNOBASE)

*2b  ****
CD-ROM Proceedings for all the co-located conferences
(Indexed by ISI Web of Knowledge, SCOPUS, EI Compendex, ProQuest and Scitech Book News. Index to Scientific and Technical Proceedings, PUBMED,MEDLINE, ACM, IET (IEE), ASM, ACS, CSA, ELSEVIER , ZENTRALBLATT, MATHSCINET, DPP,EI, CSBA, Ulrigh, DEST, EBSCO, EMBASE, GEOBASE, BIOBASE,BIOTECHNOBASE)

*2c  ****Certification of Indexing

*2d **** Unlimited Access in the Society's E-Library

*2e ****
JOURNAL PUBLICATION: A written invitation to upload their paper in  NAUN and UNIVERSITY PRESS (Indexed in SCOPUS, EI Compendex, ProQuest and Scitech Book News. Index to Scientific and Technical Proceedings, PUBMED,MEDLINE, ACM, IET (IEE), ASM, ACS, CSA, ELSEVIER , ZENTRALBLATT, MATHSCINET, DPP,EI, CSBA, Ulrigh, DEST, EBSCO, EMBASE, GEOBASE, BIOBASE,BIOTECHNOBASE) All conference books are archived in the British Library and American Library of Congress.

*2f  ****
A second elegant CD-ROM with more than 85 textbooks - monographies (Every book is a textbook for postgraduates written by an expert, internationally pioneers on his field)

* 2g *** Rich Social and Cultural Part (banquet, coffee-breaks as:  www.wseas.org/reports )

 

TOPICS

Sensor design and calibration
New Sensor technologies
Sensor Electronics
Calibration
Radiometric Calibration
Simulation
Geometric Correction
Detectors for Ice, Liquids etc

Data acquisition and processing
Data assimilation and fusion
Data compression and communications
Data management and mining
Analysis of optical and thermal data
Hyperspectral analytical approaches
SAR processing
inSAR and ifSAR Techniques
LIDAR Techniques
Artificial Intelligence Techniques
Pattern recognition and context-based classification
3-D computer vision techniques
Fusion of multi-source and multi-scale data
Integration of remote sensing and GIS
Geoinformatics concepts
Mobile solutions
Algorithms for geometric analysis of image data regardless of scale;
Automated feature and attribute extraction techniques and Methodologies from multi-sensor, multi-resolution, multi-spectral, hyperspectral, and multi-temporal imagery;
Fundamental research into image understanding for object detection, recognition, identification and reconstruction;
DEM generation and integration of three-dimensional modeling concepts into image analysis processes;
Integration of spatial information systems and object models for object recognition;
Sensor pose determination (including auxiliary information);
Projective and multi-view geometry;
Image sequence analysis;
Algorithms for including features in the orientation processes;
Spatial, spectral and temporal properties of natural and human-formed objects.
Image classification and analysis methodologies
Analysis of characteristics of multi-spectral, hyperspectral, multi-sensor, Microwave and multi-temporal image data for extraction of attribute information
Methodologies of computer-assisted interpretation and analysis of remotely sensed data
Validation of data and information using laboratory and in-situ methodologies
Improving atmospheric modeling for radiometric correction
Multi-source data fusion and integration techniques
Modeling of satellite data derived parameters
Global databases and determination of indicators of change for global modeling, monitoring and sustainable development
Integration of remote sensing and GIS techniques
Aerosol and particulate detection and identification


Image processing, Pattern recognition, Photogrammetry, GIS
Spectroscopy and forward models
Retrieval algorithms and inverse problems
Remote sensing of the atmosphere, oceans, land, and space
Photogrammetric techniques in industrial design, production and quality control processes
CAD/CAM-based techniques, image engineering
Fundamentals of spatial database design, spatial data structures, spatial analysis and geostatistics, spatial querying, spatial reasoning, spatial and temporal modeling
Aggregation, generalization, abstraction and rendering of image and vector data
Spatial decision support systems
Processing, analysis and modeling of multi-dimensional geospatial data
System integration and modeling aspects for data and geoinformation processing
Interoperability of heterogeneous spatial information systems
Semantic and geometric integration of heterogeneous spatial information
Communication and visualization of spatial data
Data mining, filtering, retrieval and dissemination
Spatial data quality and spatial model quality
Systems, techniques and applications in cultural heritage recording and documentation
3D object tracking, motion analysis and deformation measurement techniques
3D/4D data acquisition for virtual reality and computer animation
Industrial and autonomous robotics
Terrestrial laserscanning
Integrated point cloud and image acquisition and processing techniques
Sensor and data fusion techniques
Medical and biometric applications
Automation of photogrammetric data processing, optimisation of precision and reliability
Development, access and management of spatio-temporal databases;
Spatial data infrastructures;
Image-based geo-spatial databases;
Data libraries, data clearinghouses, data warehouses, distributed archives and access to remote data sources, including metadata and digital data standards;
Web based access, retrieval and dissemination of spatial data, including web-based location-based services;
Integration of spatial information systems and image analysis for database-driven change detection, data capture and updating;
Dynamic spatial information systems, spatial data revision and versioning;
Interfacing 3D models with facility management systems;
Database generation for digital topographic and thematic mapping (including Ortho-images and digital terrain models);
Digital landscape modelling and visualization, and large scale urban models;
Global environmental databases and mapping;
Extraterrestrial mapping and spatial information systems;
Analysis of systems and their components for automated and semi-automated digital mapping and geo-information systems;
Analysis of industry needs and design of systems for production and update of Geo-information

Defense and Security
Satellite Images
Advanced GIS-RS Software
Portable Systems
Precision,
VIS/NIR light Measurement
Decision-making
Forecasting
Monitoring
Solving problems and conflicts

Environmental Monitoring Concepts
Land degradation studies
Process studies
Natural hazards (floods, landslides)
Landscape modeling
Urban Modeling
Sustainability and planning
Coastal zone management
Interaction sea-land
Resource management.

Geological Applications and Climate
Lithological and mineral mapping
Mineral and petroleum exploration
Structural geology, tectonics
Geological hazards, mine waste
Earthquakes and volcanoes
Hydrology Hydrogeology.
Quality of water
Global change, climate and biodiversity
Sustainable marine ecosystems
Climate and global change
Advanced Marine research
Research on Natural hazards
Cleaner energy systems
Renewable energy Systems
Combined Heat and Power Systems
Indoor Air Quality in Offices and Houses
Air pollution and its effects on ecosystems
Cost reduction and less emission

Urban Planning and Development
Infrastructures and Urban Areas
Ecosystems
3D urban modeling
Change detection
Remote sensing for urban information systems
Microclimate studies
Virtual city models.
Environment and sustainable development
Sustainable management
Coasts and Seas
Sustainability indicators
Environmental risk
Recovery of damaged areas
Brownfields
Forestation
Science and the humanities
Soil and agricultural issues
Landscapes
Food production
The city of tomorrow and cultural heritage
Impact on society, the economy and employment
Sustainable Process Model
Strategic Management
Natural resources management
Feasibility Analysis
Refurbishment Investment Appraisal
Governance, urban design and cultural heritage
Nuclear Energy and Environmental Protection
Socio-economic and infrastructure issues
International strategy for energy, development and environment
Design and nature

Remote Sensing for Energy and Environmental Systems
Remote Sensing for Energy Storage
Remote Sensing Materials Chemistry
Remote Sensing and Fuel Cells
Remote Sensing for Solar Energy Systems
Economic and efficient energy systems
Environmental management
Remote Sensing and Biodiversity
Remote Sensing and Ecosystems
Applications in Marine Engineering
Applications in Petrochemical Oil industries
 


  

COMMITTEE

Hal J. Bloom, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, USA
Nicole Jacquinet-Husson, Ecole Polytechnique, FRANCE
Jeffery J. Puschell, Raytheon Strategic Systems, USA
Thomas H. Achtor, Space Science and Engineering Center, UW-Madison, USA
Steven A. Ackerman, Cooperative Inst. for Meteorological Satellite Studies, UW-Madison, USA
Bryan A. Baum, NASA Langley Research Center, USA.
Andrew Cheng, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Louis Garand, Meteorological Service of Canada, Canada
Mitchell D. Goldberg, NOAA/NESDIS Office of Research and Applications, USA
Ronald J. Glumb, ITT Aerospace/Communications, USA
Yongxiang Hu, NASA Langley Research Center, USA
Hung-Lung A. Huang, Cooperative Inst. for Meteorological Satellite Studies, UW-Madison, USA
John Le Marshall, Joint Center for Satellite Data Assimilation, NOAA, USA
Gin-Rong H. Liu, Center for Space and Remote Sensing Research, National Central Univ., Taiwan
Hanqing Lu, National Lab. of Pattern Recognition, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
Mervyn J. Lynch, Curtin University of Technology, Australia
W. Paul Menzel, NOAA NESDIS Office of Research and Applications, USA
Nicholas R. Nalli, QSS Group Inc., USA
Shen-En Qian, Canadian Space Agency, Canada
Henry E. Revercomb, Space Science and Engineering Center, UW-Madison, USA
Guy Rochard, Centre Meteo Spatiale, Meteo-France, France
Leonid Roytman, Cooperative Remote Sensing Science and Tech. Center, CUNY/CCNY, USA
Timothy J. Schmit, NOAA NESDIS Office of Research and Applications, USA
Joan Serra-Sagrista, Universitat Autonoma Barcelona, Spain
Makoto Suzuki, JAXA Earth Observation Research and Application Center, Japan
Pekka Toivanen, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland
Si-Chee, Tsay, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, USA
Fuzhong Weng, Joint Center for Satellite Data Assimilation, NOAA, USA
Charles C. Wang, Communications Systems Engineering Department, The Aerospace Corp, USA
Gabriel Badescu, North University of Baia Mare, Romania

PLENARY SPEAKERS

Plenary Lecture 1:

Numerical surface model precision: Case of DEM’s
by Prof. Jose Francisco Zelasco , Buenos Aires University, ARGENTINA.


 

SUBMIT A SPECIAL SESSION

The Organizing Committee can accept proposal for Special Sessions from qualified scientists that want to contribute to this event. Special sessions have the prestige of a really targeted audience.

On the other hand, it has been observed that in special sessions all (or almost all) the papers are presented as well as several discussions with serious comments and questions take place after the presentation. Many successfull WSEAS Conferences started in the beginning as Special Sessions or Workshops in some previous WSEAS conference.
You could submit a session online using the following form:
http://www.wseas.org/sessionproposal.htm

 

LOCATION

 

REGISTRATION FEES

The registration fees must be paid in EUR
550 EUR for every author (max.,number of pages 6, extra fee 100 EUR for each extra page)

250 EUR for each additional paper

It includes: Publication of your paper(s) in an ISI Book (Thomson),
CD-ROM + evaluation of the paper for the Journals of NAUN / University Press with free PDF for all the academic community after the conference, a previous book (from 2007 or Journal), 2 coffee-breaks per day and one banquet in the Hotel.

 

FORMAT

The Organizing Committee can accept only *.pdf or *.ps or *.doc or *.rtf format. The Organizing Committee prefer *.pdf though)

1. PDF: For the format of the your Paper(s), please, download the file wseas.pdf. To read this file, you must have the Acrobat Reader program.

2. Word for Windows: We can also accept papers in Word for Windows (Microsoft). In this case, you could download the file wseas-full.rtf (you must have in your computer Word for Windows). Please, click here and get : wseas.rtf

3. If you use LaTeX, please download the LaTeX template: wseas.tex or wseas.txt. You have to convert it to .ps file and submit your .ps file to the conference via the web site.

4. If you use a different  Word Processor, please, first download the file wseas.pdf or  wseas.rtf read it using Acrobat Reader or Word for Windows, print out it and then make the necessary modifications in your word processor program (if needed) in order to agree with this format. If you are a TeX or LaTeX user, please, don't send TeX or LaTeX files (i.e. TeX or LaTeX code), but a Postscript file (.ps) or better for us the final PDF file (*.pdf)

INDEXES

Books and Proceedings related to this WSEAS Conference are covered by:

1. ISI (ISINET)
2. INSPEC (IET, former IEE)
3. CSA (Cambridge Scientific Abstracts)
4. ELSEVIER and Elsevier Bibliographic Database
5. ZENTRALBLATT
6. ULRICH
7. MATHSCINET of AMS (American Mathematical Society)
8. MATHEMATICAL REVIEWS of AMS (American Mathematical Society)
9. Directory of Published Proceedings
10. Computer Science Bibliography Administrator
11. American Chemical Society and its Index: Chemical Abstracts Service
12. European Library in Paris (France)
13. DEST Database (Australia)
14. Engineering Information
15. SCOPUS
16. EBSCO
17. EMBASE
18. Compendex (CPX)
19. GEOBASE
20. BIOBASE.
21. BIOTECHNOBASE
22. FLUIDEX
23. OceanBase
24. BEILSTEIN Abstracts
25. World Textiles
26. MEDLINE
27. British Library
28. National Library of Greece
29. German National Library of Science and Technology
30. IARAS Index


JOURNALS:
Delegates attending the conference will be invited to submit an extended version of their paper for publication in one of the NAUN Journals or University Press Journals

No-show authors will be excluded from any further publication in  Journals, regardless of the quality of their papers. Additionally, they will be required to pay extra shipping and handling fees in order for the organizing committee to mail out their registration receipt, CD-ROM proceedings, and one volume of the hard-copy proceedings.
These journals are covered by:

1. ISI through the INSPEC (IEE) (not as independent ISI Journals)
2. INSPEC (IET, former IEE)
3. CSA (Cambridge Scientific Abstracts)
4. ELSEVIER and Elsevier Bibliographic Database
5. ZENTRALBLATT
6. MATHSCINET of AMS (American Mathematical Society)
7. ULRICH
8. MATHEMATICAL REVIEWS of AMS (American Mathematical Society)
9. Computer Science Bibliography Administrator
10. British Library
11. American Chemical Society and its Index: Chemical Abstracts Service
12. European Library in Paris (France)
13. DEST Database (Australia)
14. Swets Information Services
15. Engineering Information
16. SCOPUS
17. EBSCO
18. EMBASE
19. Compendex (CPX)
20. Geobase
21. BIOBASE
22. BIOTECHNOBASE
23. FLUIDEX
24. OceanBase
25. BEILSTEIN Abstracts
26. World Textiles
27. MEDLINE
28. Mayersche
29. Index of Information Systems Journals
30. National Library of Greece: See the link: NLG-Journals
31. IARAS Index

DEADLINES


Submission Deadline: July 24, 2012
Registration Deadline: August 31, 2012

 

HISTORY OF THIS WSEAS CONFERENCE

This conference started as a very successful workshop with 30 high-quality papers inside the CSCC 2004 Multiconference. Due to this success, the Society elevated the Workshop in 2005. The History of the conference is as follows:

1st -- 2005: Venice, Italy
2nd -- 2006: Tenerife, Spain
3rd -- 2007: Venice, Italy
4th -- 2008: Venice, Italy
5th -- 2009: Genova, Italy
6th -- 2010: Iwate, Japan
7th -- 2011: Penang, Malaysia
8th -- 2012: Prague, Czech Republic

PRESENTATION INFORMATION:

General Information
*
Please check the session schedule on the program that you will receive by email after the registration deadline to see which day and time you are presenting. The duration of a presentation slot is 20 minutes (15 minutes for your lecture and 5 minutes for questions-discussion). An LCD projector and a computer (MS Windows XP) with a CD-ROM drive, USB ports, and presentation software (MS PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Reader) will be available in all the conference rooms for lecture presentations.
* It is highly recommended to have your own pointe. Over-head Projector cannot be used. Only computer presentation (computer - data projector) will be allowed.

Preparation of Visuals
*
Before the beginning of each session, each presenter must deliver his CV (Short Biography) which must be printed out according to the format: http://www.worldses.org/drafts/biography.doc
* Please note that individuals using computer projection must bring a CD or USB memory key containing their presentation. Speakers should arrive in their session room 10 minutes before the start of their session to hand the presenter’s personal data sheet (biography) to the chairperson.

General Considerations
*
Limit the number of words per visual to no more than 30. Leave space, at least the height of a capital letter, between lines of text.
* All fonts, including those on graphs, should be 18 point or larger.
* Graphs and charts should have bold lines and symbols that contrast sharply with the background.
* Your presentation time is about 15 minutes, leaving about 5 minutes for questions from the audience.
* A reasonable presentation time for each slide is about 2 minutes, as any shorter interval will make it difficult for the audience to understand.
* Do not waste visuals where they are not needed. Use them where a picture, chart, diagram, or cartoon will help. Tables of figures are hard to read and understand quickly, use pie charts or column graphs instead.
* If it takes longer than 10 seconds to comprehend a visual, then there’s too much material in it. Do not put anything on the visual if you don't need it. Tell what each visual is all about, but do not read from it. Keep it on screen, as long as your talk refers to it.