Scientific and technological revolutions and industrial transformations have accelerated the rate of innovation in environmental engineering technologies.However,few researchers have evaluated the current status and f...Scientific and technological revolutions and industrial transformations have accelerated the rate of innovation in environmental engineering technologies.However,few researchers have evaluated the current status and future trends of technologies.This paper summarizes the current research status in eight major subfields of environmental engineering—water treatment,air pollution control,soil/solid waste management,environmental biotechnology,environmental engineering equipment,emerging contaminants,synergistic reduction of pollution and carbon emissions,and environmental risk and intelligent management—based on bibliometric analysis and future trends in greenization,low carbonization,and intelligentization.Disruptive technologies are further identified based on discontinuous transformation,and ten such technologies are proposed,covering general and specific fields,technical links,and value sources.Additionally,the background and key innovations in disruptive technologies are elucidated in detail.This study not only provides a scientific basis for strategic decision-making,planning,and implementation in the environmental engineering field but also offers methodological guidance for the research and determination of breakthrough technologies in other areas.展开更多
The rapid advancement of building information modeling(BIM)technology has garnered significant interest regarding its application within the domain of landscape engineering.BIM technology,as a construction and managem...The rapid advancement of building information modeling(BIM)technology has garnered significant interest regarding its application within the domain of landscape engineering.BIM technology,as a construction and management tool that integrates digitization and visualization,has demonstrated considerable advantages in enhancing project quality,reducing costs,and improving collaborative efficiency.This study aims to systematically investigate the application and developmental trends of BIM visualization technology within the field of landscape engineering.Through an analysis of technological advancements and industry dynamics over the past decade,it has been observed that BIM visualization technology is intricately linked with green building practices,sustainable construction methods,and the development of smart cities within the context of landscape engineering projects.The technology also possesses significant potential for application in the planning and design of landscape engineering,construction management,and project maintenance.The convenience of visualization enhances the expressive capacity of the design scheme,improves communication efficiency between the involved parties,and mitigates the costs and time inefficiencies associated with design modifications.By drawing on the successful experiences of other industries and integrating them with the unique characteristics of landscape engineering,BIM visualization technology is poised to assume a more significant role within this field.This integration is expected to advance the entire industry towards greater intelligence and informatization,while simultaneously enhancing the efficiency and quality of design,construction,and maintenance processes.展开更多
This paper explores the integration of simulation technology in Engineering Mechanics(EM)teaching in vocational colleges.A case study was conducted using the tensile test as an example,and digital resources,such as co...This paper explores the integration of simulation technology in Engineering Mechanics(EM)teaching in vocational colleges.A case study was conducted using the tensile test as an example,and digital resources,such as colored Mises stress nephograms,were obtained.These resources were integrated into the original curriculum to conduct teaching experiments.The results show that the use of digital resources significantly improved the quality of teaching in EM.The integration of simulation technology in EM teaching provides a promising direction for the improvement of vocational education and the cultivation of high-quality skilled talents.The development and application of more simulation-based teaching cases should be studied by scholars.展开更多
With the rapid development of information technology,Building Information Modeling(BIM)technology has gradually occupied an important position in the construction industry.With the introduction of BIM technology,the c...With the rapid development of information technology,Building Information Modeling(BIM)technology has gradually occupied an important position in the construction industry.With the introduction of BIM technology,the cost control of construction projects can be greatly improved[1].The use of this technology can not only reduce the project approval time but also improve the quality of the project.In addition,it can also help the construction personnel to solve the project changes,maintenance costs,insurance rates,and other related issues,so that the operation of the project is more efficient and economical.This paper will discuss the role of BIM technology in depth,and explore the advantages and disadvantages of each link through the research of the project,to provide a reference for the promotion of this new project.By constantly adjusting the application strategy,the goal is to meet the current market demand.展开更多
The transportation system is vital for social and economic development.With the rapid economic development,the demand for highways has been increasing.Mechanical and electrical engineering is a crucial part of highway...The transportation system is vital for social and economic development.With the rapid economic development,the demand for highways has been increasing.Mechanical and electrical engineering is a crucial part of highway construction,affecting the expressway’s later use.Applying building information modeling(BIM)technology in highway electromechanical engineering allows for the visibility and simulation of mechanical and electrical engineering construction,providing scientific guidance for construction.In this research,the author analyzes the advantages of BIM technology in highway electromechanical engineering and the basic composition of electromechanical engineering.The research proposes strategies and cases for applying BIM technology in highway electromechanical engineering.The ultimate goal of this research is to improve the construction of highways in terms of electromechanical engineering.展开更多
Against the backdrop of global climate change and China’s“dual carbon”goals,the green transformation of the construction industry is imperative,and completing the transformation requires many dual carbon talents to...Against the backdrop of global climate change and China’s“dual carbon”goals,the green transformation of the construction industry is imperative,and completing the transformation requires many dual carbon talents to support it.This article focuses on the construction engineering technology major in higher vocational education.It explores in depth the specific requirements for construction engineering technology talents in terms of professional knowledge,vocational skills,and literacy under the dual carbon mode.Based on this,corresponding dual carbon talent training courses are proposed,aiming to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for cultivating high-quality dual carbon talents that meet the needs of the new era.展开更多
With the rapid advancement of digital and information technology,global positioning system(GPS)technology has seen increasing utilization in surveying and mapping engineering,extending its application across land,ocea...With the rapid advancement of digital and information technology,global positioning system(GPS)technology has seen increasing utilization in surveying and mapping engineering,extending its application across land,ocean,and various other domains.By analyzing the technical means of GPS in surveying and mapping engineering,understanding the characteristics and key technologies in different application environments,and exploring the application process and key technical means,accurate control can be effectively realized.Based on this,this paper mainly analyzes the specific application of GPS technology in surveying and mapping engineering technology for reference.展开更多
In recent years,China has made significant progress in the construction of highways,resulting in an improved highway network that has provided robust support for economic and social development.However,the rapid expan...In recent years,China has made significant progress in the construction of highways,resulting in an improved highway network that has provided robust support for economic and social development.However,the rapid expansion of highway construction,power supply,and distribution has led to several challenges in mechanical and electrical engineering technology.Ensuring the safe,stable,and cost-effective operation of the power supply and distribution system to meet the diverse requirements of highway operations has become a pressing issue.This article takes an example of a highway electromechanical engineering power supply and distribution construction project to provide insight into the construction process of highway electromechanical engineering power supply and distribution technology.展开更多
The core education function of higher vocational colleges is to train technical talents with high quality,so as to meet the needs of talents in the development stage of our society.Under the guidance of talent trainin...The core education function of higher vocational colleges is to train technical talents with high quality,so as to meet the needs of talents in the development stage of our society.Under the guidance of talent training,higher vocational colleges need to pay attention to establishing an all-round and three-dimensional education model,and promote innovation of higher vocational education on the basis of this.It is also a way to promote the innovation of higher vocational education to vigorously promote the construction of“post,course,competition,certificate”mode in the construction of education mode.Through the construction of“post,course,competition,certificate”mode,the education mode of higher vocational colleges is gradually improved,so as to strengthen the effectiveness of talent training in higher vocational colleges.Therefore,in this paper,the author puts forward some suggestions to promote the construction of the integrated education mode of the electronic information engineering technology major in higher vocational colleges,so as to help improve the talent training level of higher vocational colleges.展开更多
In order to systemically summarize and integrate technology of highway construction in permafrost regions on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau,we studied disciplines and mechanisms of formation and development of problems and...In order to systemically summarize and integrate technology of highway construction in permafrost regions on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau,we studied disciplines and mechanisms of formation and development of problems and challenges in highway engineer-ing in high-altitude permafrost regions based on construction experiences for 50 years and on 30 years of research regarding the Qinghai-Tibet and Xikang highways.Embankments,pavements,bridges,and countermeasures for ecosystem protection in per-mafrost regions were the main study objects.We combined extensive analysis of key problems of engineering stability with inter-action between permafrost and highways,theoretical models,indoor tests,and field tests to reveal the interaction between em-bankments,pavements,bridge piles,and permafrost.In this paper,we propose a series of engineering measures for highway sta-bility,design parameters,key indexes for pavement durability in low temperature,relationships between re-freezing time of bridge-pile foundation and strength development as well as ecosystem recovery in high-latitude cold regions;these eventually form a construction technology package for permafrost regions.展开更多
With the rapid development of current social economy,China’s infrastructure construction is constantly increasing.The development of transportation industry and road structure which serve as infrastructure facility f...With the rapid development of current social economy,China’s infrastructure construction is constantly increasing.The development of transportation industry and road structure which serve as infrastructure facility for the vehicles are fundamental aspect in economy growth.It’s not only convenience to people for travel,but also as a good foundation for the development of economy.Therefore,the quality of road construction is of great significance importance in the process of development.As technology advances,engineering construction is continuously expanding,especially in the road engineering sector.In this point,it’s necessary to impose strict quality control over related matters and ensure the quality and safety of municipal road construction.In the construction of municipal road engineering,one of the most important components is the compaction of subgrades and pavements,which requires more supervision.The compaction should match the requirements of road design and implement relevant work.展开更多
At present,rail transit is developing rapidly in the world,and this means new and changing requirements for the training of talents in railway engineering experiments.Given the current problems of limited laboratory/f...At present,rail transit is developing rapidly in the world,and this means new and changing requirements for the training of talents in railway engineering experiments.Given the current problems of limited laboratory/field instruments for railway engineering experimentsand the safety/administrative difficulties of going to the frontline of railway lines to teach railway engineering experiemnts in the field,the Department of Railway Engineering of Central South University tried to introduce virtual reality(VR)technology to teach students experiments in the field of railway engineering.Through the virtualized experimental methods,students can carry out railway engineering experiments such as;vehicle wheel pair off-axis experiments,track geometry and position detection,etc.by immersive means.It was observed that after performing virtual simulation experiments,students appeared conversant in subsequent field experiments.Thus,VR greatly improves the teaching efficiency of railway engineering experiments.展开更多
In this paper, importance of information technology research and development for economic growth and prosperity is presented. Major missio of the research for fundamental science and engineering base is discussed. Cri...In this paper, importance of information technology research and development for economic growth and prosperity is presented. Major missio of the research for fundamental science and engineering base is discussed. Critical points of the mechanics and materials research in the 21st Century are proposed.展开更多
National Engineering Research Center of Distillation Technology(NERCDT),supported by Tianjin University,is authorized and awarded by National Development and Reform Commission as a national engineering research center...National Engineering Research Center of Distillation Technology(NERCDT),supported by Tianjin University,is authorized and awarded by National Development and Reform Commission as a national engineering research center.Pei-yang National Distillation Technology Corporation Limited(PYD),supported by the scientific research advantages of Chemical Engineering Subject of Tianjin University,is committed to technical research and engineering application of new theory,new technology,new process,and new equipment in distillation field.展开更多
The paper has introduced the Journal 'Advanced Technology of Electrical Engineering and Energy',presented its main journal evaluation indexes. The result indicates that the journal has made great progress in r...The paper has introduced the Journal 'Advanced Technology of Electrical Engineering and Energy',presented its main journal evaluation indexes. The result indicates that the journal has made great progress in recent years. It gives much info. about the journal to authors.展开更多
Based on the advantages of the application of Building Information Modelling(BIM)technology in highway engineering,this paper analyzes the difficulties of its in-depth application,grasps the pain points of the applica...Based on the advantages of the application of Building Information Modelling(BIM)technology in highway engineering,this paper analyzes the difficulties of its in-depth application,grasps the pain points of the application of BIM technology in practice,and approaches from the integration of BIM design-construction.This paper also puts forward the integration of cross-stage information based on the BIM+Geographic Information System(GIS)construction information management system to realize the BIM whole life cycle management,and provides directional support for the continuous and efficient application of BIM technology in engineering practice.展开更多
The cultivation of innovative and entrepreneurial capability is a quality requirement of the times for the training of college and university talents. However, the regular teaching system universally has such problems...The cultivation of innovative and entrepreneurial capability is a quality requirement of the times for the training of college and university talents. However, the regular teaching system universally has such problems as much more emphasis on theory than on practice, much more emphasis on inheritance than on innovation, and mismatching between talent training and market demand, so that a great number of graduates do not have enough innovative capacity, and it is very difficult for them to engage in related jobs of software engineering steadily and permanently. By investigating and analyzing similar majors of more than 20 schools at home and abroad, this article proposes a teaching system of talent training of the 3 C-cored major of "innovative and entrepreneurial" software engineering(digital media technology) based on regions, oriented to the industry and marked by school-enterprise linkage, and in connection with the characteristics of college and university education.展开更多
Computer network technology has a very important role in electronic information engineering.The application of this technology not only enriches the traditional information engineering functions,but also effectively g...Computer network technology has a very important role in electronic information engineering.The application of this technology not only enriches the traditional information engineering functions,but also effectively guarantees the efficiency and quality.At present,due to the wide variety of external information that Chinese citizens are exposed to,in addition to the variegated and mixed content,it is easy for information to be leaked or stolen.In order to avoid similar situations,it is necessary for people to pay more attention to network system security,so as to ensure that the quality of life of citizens can be guaranteed.In view of that,this paper discusses and analyzes the application of computer network technology in electronic information engineering.展开更多
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(52388101 and 52242004)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFC320760301)+1 种基金Jiangsu Provincial Department of Science and Technology(BK20220012)Excellent Research Program of Nanjing University(ZYJH005)。
文摘Scientific and technological revolutions and industrial transformations have accelerated the rate of innovation in environmental engineering technologies.However,few researchers have evaluated the current status and future trends of technologies.This paper summarizes the current research status in eight major subfields of environmental engineering—water treatment,air pollution control,soil/solid waste management,environmental biotechnology,environmental engineering equipment,emerging contaminants,synergistic reduction of pollution and carbon emissions,and environmental risk and intelligent management—based on bibliometric analysis and future trends in greenization,low carbonization,and intelligentization.Disruptive technologies are further identified based on discontinuous transformation,and ten such technologies are proposed,covering general and specific fields,technical links,and value sources.Additionally,the background and key innovations in disruptive technologies are elucidated in detail.This study not only provides a scientific basis for strategic decision-making,planning,and implementation in the environmental engineering field but also offers methodological guidance for the research and determination of breakthrough technologies in other areas.
基金Sponsored by Building Structure Key Laboratory Project of Colleges and Universities in Anhui Province(KLBSZD202105)Key Projects of Scientific Research Programs(Natural Science)of Higher Education Institutions in Anhui Province(2022AH051861)Research Team Program of Anhui Xinhua University(kytd202202).
文摘The rapid advancement of building information modeling(BIM)technology has garnered significant interest regarding its application within the domain of landscape engineering.BIM technology,as a construction and management tool that integrates digitization and visualization,has demonstrated considerable advantages in enhancing project quality,reducing costs,and improving collaborative efficiency.This study aims to systematically investigate the application and developmental trends of BIM visualization technology within the field of landscape engineering.Through an analysis of technological advancements and industry dynamics over the past decade,it has been observed that BIM visualization technology is intricately linked with green building practices,sustainable construction methods,and the development of smart cities within the context of landscape engineering projects.The technology also possesses significant potential for application in the planning and design of landscape engineering,construction management,and project maintenance.The convenience of visualization enhances the expressive capacity of the design scheme,improves communication efficiency between the involved parties,and mitigates the costs and time inefficiencies associated with design modifications.By drawing on the successful experiences of other industries and integrating them with the unique characteristics of landscape engineering,BIM visualization technology is poised to assume a more significant role within this field.This integration is expected to advance the entire industry towards greater intelligence and informatization,while simultaneously enhancing the efficiency and quality of design,construction,and maintenance processes.
基金Science and Technology Key Project of Beijing Polytechnic(Project number:2024X008-KXZ)。
文摘This paper explores the integration of simulation technology in Engineering Mechanics(EM)teaching in vocational colleges.A case study was conducted using the tensile test as an example,and digital resources,such as colored Mises stress nephograms,were obtained.These resources were integrated into the original curriculum to conduct teaching experiments.The results show that the use of digital resources significantly improved the quality of teaching in EM.The integration of simulation technology in EM teaching provides a promising direction for the improvement of vocational education and the cultivation of high-quality skilled talents.The development and application of more simulation-based teaching cases should be studied by scholars.
文摘With the rapid development of information technology,Building Information Modeling(BIM)technology has gradually occupied an important position in the construction industry.With the introduction of BIM technology,the cost control of construction projects can be greatly improved[1].The use of this technology can not only reduce the project approval time but also improve the quality of the project.In addition,it can also help the construction personnel to solve the project changes,maintenance costs,insurance rates,and other related issues,so that the operation of the project is more efficient and economical.This paper will discuss the role of BIM technology in depth,and explore the advantages and disadvantages of each link through the research of the project,to provide a reference for the promotion of this new project.By constantly adjusting the application strategy,the goal is to meet the current market demand.
文摘The transportation system is vital for social and economic development.With the rapid economic development,the demand for highways has been increasing.Mechanical and electrical engineering is a crucial part of highway construction,affecting the expressway’s later use.Applying building information modeling(BIM)technology in highway electromechanical engineering allows for the visibility and simulation of mechanical and electrical engineering construction,providing scientific guidance for construction.In this research,the author analyzes the advantages of BIM technology in highway electromechanical engineering and the basic composition of electromechanical engineering.The research proposes strategies and cases for applying BIM technology in highway electromechanical engineering.The ultimate goal of this research is to improve the construction of highways in terms of electromechanical engineering.
基金Reform and Practice of Talent Training Mode for Construction Engineering Technology Majors Serving the National Dual Carbon Strategy(Project No.Z233314)。
文摘Against the backdrop of global climate change and China’s“dual carbon”goals,the green transformation of the construction industry is imperative,and completing the transformation requires many dual carbon talents to support it.This article focuses on the construction engineering technology major in higher vocational education.It explores in depth the specific requirements for construction engineering technology talents in terms of professional knowledge,vocational skills,and literacy under the dual carbon mode.Based on this,corresponding dual carbon talent training courses are proposed,aiming to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for cultivating high-quality dual carbon talents that meet the needs of the new era.
文摘With the rapid advancement of digital and information technology,global positioning system(GPS)technology has seen increasing utilization in surveying and mapping engineering,extending its application across land,ocean,and various other domains.By analyzing the technical means of GPS in surveying and mapping engineering,understanding the characteristics and key technologies in different application environments,and exploring the application process and key technical means,accurate control can be effectively realized.Based on this,this paper mainly analyzes the specific application of GPS technology in surveying and mapping engineering technology for reference.
文摘In recent years,China has made significant progress in the construction of highways,resulting in an improved highway network that has provided robust support for economic and social development.However,the rapid expansion of highway construction,power supply,and distribution has led to several challenges in mechanical and electrical engineering technology.Ensuring the safe,stable,and cost-effective operation of the power supply and distribution system to meet the diverse requirements of highway operations has become a pressing issue.This article takes an example of a highway electromechanical engineering power supply and distribution construction project to provide insight into the construction process of highway electromechanical engineering power supply and distribution technology.
文摘The core education function of higher vocational colleges is to train technical talents with high quality,so as to meet the needs of talents in the development stage of our society.Under the guidance of talent training,higher vocational colleges need to pay attention to establishing an all-round and three-dimensional education model,and promote innovation of higher vocational education on the basis of this.It is also a way to promote the innovation of higher vocational education to vigorously promote the construction of“post,course,competition,certificate”mode in the construction of education mode.Through the construction of“post,course,competition,certificate”mode,the education mode of higher vocational colleges is gradually improved,so as to strengthen the effectiveness of talent training in higher vocational colleges.Therefore,in this paper,the author puts forward some suggestions to promote the construction of the integrated education mode of the electronic information engineering technology major in higher vocational colleges,so as to help improve the talent training level of higher vocational colleges.
文摘In order to systemically summarize and integrate technology of highway construction in permafrost regions on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau,we studied disciplines and mechanisms of formation and development of problems and challenges in highway engineer-ing in high-altitude permafrost regions based on construction experiences for 50 years and on 30 years of research regarding the Qinghai-Tibet and Xikang highways.Embankments,pavements,bridges,and countermeasures for ecosystem protection in per-mafrost regions were the main study objects.We combined extensive analysis of key problems of engineering stability with inter-action between permafrost and highways,theoretical models,indoor tests,and field tests to reveal the interaction between em-bankments,pavements,bridge piles,and permafrost.In this paper,we propose a series of engineering measures for highway sta-bility,design parameters,key indexes for pavement durability in low temperature,relationships between re-freezing time of bridge-pile foundation and strength development as well as ecosystem recovery in high-latitude cold regions;these eventually form a construction technology package for permafrost regions.
文摘With the rapid development of current social economy,China’s infrastructure construction is constantly increasing.The development of transportation industry and road structure which serve as infrastructure facility for the vehicles are fundamental aspect in economy growth.It’s not only convenience to people for travel,but also as a good foundation for the development of economy.Therefore,the quality of road construction is of great significance importance in the process of development.As technology advances,engineering construction is continuously expanding,especially in the road engineering sector.In this point,it’s necessary to impose strict quality control over related matters and ensure the quality and safety of municipal road construction.In the construction of municipal road engineering,one of the most important components is the compaction of subgrades and pavements,which requires more supervision.The compaction should match the requirements of road design and implement relevant work.
基金Education and Teaching Reform Project of Central South University(2019jy097).
文摘At present,rail transit is developing rapidly in the world,and this means new and changing requirements for the training of talents in railway engineering experiments.Given the current problems of limited laboratory/field instruments for railway engineering experimentsand the safety/administrative difficulties of going to the frontline of railway lines to teach railway engineering experiemnts in the field,the Department of Railway Engineering of Central South University tried to introduce virtual reality(VR)technology to teach students experiments in the field of railway engineering.Through the virtualized experimental methods,students can carry out railway engineering experiments such as;vehicle wheel pair off-axis experiments,track geometry and position detection,etc.by immersive means.It was observed that after performing virtual simulation experiments,students appeared conversant in subsequent field experiments.Thus,VR greatly improves the teaching efficiency of railway engineering experiments.
文摘In this paper, importance of information technology research and development for economic growth and prosperity is presented. Major missio of the research for fundamental science and engineering base is discussed. Critical points of the mechanics and materials research in the 21st Century are proposed.
文摘National Engineering Research Center of Distillation Technology(NERCDT),supported by Tianjin University,is authorized and awarded by National Development and Reform Commission as a national engineering research center.Pei-yang National Distillation Technology Corporation Limited(PYD),supported by the scientific research advantages of Chemical Engineering Subject of Tianjin University,is committed to technical research and engineering application of new theory,new technology,new process,and new equipment in distillation field.
文摘The paper has introduced the Journal 'Advanced Technology of Electrical Engineering and Energy',presented its main journal evaluation indexes. The result indicates that the journal has made great progress in recent years. It gives much info. about the journal to authors.
基金Chongqing Engineering Institute 2023 Intramural Research Fund Grant Project:Highway Engineering Construction Process Management and Technological Innovation Research Based on BIM Technology(Project number:2023xzky04)。
文摘Based on the advantages of the application of Building Information Modelling(BIM)technology in highway engineering,this paper analyzes the difficulties of its in-depth application,grasps the pain points of the application of BIM technology in practice,and approaches from the integration of BIM design-construction.This paper also puts forward the integration of cross-stage information based on the BIM+Geographic Information System(GIS)construction information management system to realize the BIM whole life cycle management,and provides directional support for the continuous and efficient application of BIM technology in engineering practice.
基金supported by Research and Practice on the reform of graduate education and teaching in Jiangsu Province in 2016(JGZZ16_065)
文摘The cultivation of innovative and entrepreneurial capability is a quality requirement of the times for the training of college and university talents. However, the regular teaching system universally has such problems as much more emphasis on theory than on practice, much more emphasis on inheritance than on innovation, and mismatching between talent training and market demand, so that a great number of graduates do not have enough innovative capacity, and it is very difficult for them to engage in related jobs of software engineering steadily and permanently. By investigating and analyzing similar majors of more than 20 schools at home and abroad, this article proposes a teaching system of talent training of the 3 C-cored major of "innovative and entrepreneurial" software engineering(digital media technology) based on regions, oriented to the industry and marked by school-enterprise linkage, and in connection with the characteristics of college and university education.
文摘Computer network technology has a very important role in electronic information engineering.The application of this technology not only enriches the traditional information engineering functions,but also effectively guarantees the efficiency and quality.At present,due to the wide variety of external information that Chinese citizens are exposed to,in addition to the variegated and mixed content,it is easy for information to be leaked or stolen.In order to avoid similar situations,it is necessary for people to pay more attention to network system security,so as to ensure that the quality of life of citizens can be guaranteed.In view of that,this paper discusses and analyzes the application of computer network technology in electronic information engineering.