Swarm Intelligence Applications for the Cities of the Future
Language: English
Published by CRC Press, 2025
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- Title
- Swarm Intelligence Applications for the Cities of the Future
- Author
- Domingos, Leonor Marques Mano (EDT); Sousa, Maria José (EDT)
- Publisher
- CRC Press
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- As New
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1032656751
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- 9781032656755
This book explores the transformative power of swarm intelligence and digital innovations in shaping the cities of the future. It presents a comprehensive analysis of how social learning, citizen engagement, advanced technology, design, construction, planning and public policies converge to create cities that are sustainable, resilient, and inclusive.
The initial chapters stress the importance of collective intelligence in urban development, using technologies like Virtual Reality to increase citizen participation and democratise decision-making. Public policies play a key role in driving the digital transformation needed for greener cities, with frameworks and tools to enhance transparency and accountability. Digital technologies in policymaking ensure that policies are adaptive, data-driven, and responsive to real-time challenges. Internet of Things systems are explored for their role in improving public safety, urban resilience, and energy efficiency through digital twins, blockchain, and sensor networks. Swarm intelligence is highlighted for optimising energy management, reducing consumption, and promoting renewable resources. Healthcare integration into urban planning and sustainability is also discussed, with a comparative analysis of cities showing how tech innovation enhances resilience against climate change. Swarm intelligence beyond cities is also explored, such as for disaster response, healthcare, environmental conservation, and agriculture. Autonomous systems like drones and nanobots are shown to improve efficiency across various sectors.
Overall, this book advocates for a holistic approach to urban development, integrating digital technologies and collective intelligence to create cities that are technologically advanced, socially equitable, and environmentally sustainable.
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About the Author
Leonor Marques Mano Domingos holds a PhD in Architecture, specialising in Digital Architecture. She is a guest professor at ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon, and an integrated researcher at ISTAR. Her work focuses on building sustainability, energy efficiency, resilient cities, and digital transformation in education.
Maria José Sousa holds a PhD in Management and is a professor and research fellow at ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon. Her research spans public policies, innovation, education, and digital skills, with numerous publications in high-impact journals. She has coordinated multiple European projects.
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