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Decision Support System Tools and Techniques

Decision Support System Tools and Techniques

This book presents different tools and techniques used for Decision Support Systems (DSS) including decision tree and table and their modifications multi-criteria decision analysis techniques network tools of decision support and various case-based reasoning methods supported by examples and case studies. Latest developments for each of the techniques have been discussed separately and possible future research areas are duly identified as intelligent and spatial DSS. Features: Discusses all the major tools and techniques for Decision Support System supported by examples. Explains techniques considering their deterministic and stochastic aspects. Covers network tools including GERT and Q-GERT. Explains the application of both probability and fuzzy orientation in the pertinent techniques. Includes a number of relevant case studies along with a dedicated chapter on software. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in information systems data analytics operation research including management and computer science areas. | Decision Support System Tools and Techniques

GBP 130.00
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Ground Support Technology for Highly Stressed Excavations Integrated Theoretical Laboratory and Field Research

Ground Support Technology for Highly Stressed Excavations Integrated Theoretical Laboratory and Field Research

The performance of ground support as a scheme is essential to constrain failures occurring at the rock surfaces of deep or highly stressed excavations. This book covers laboratory and theoretical developments coupled with field experiments and observations with the implementation of the methodology at mines. It explains the energy dissipation capabilities of reinforcement and support systems leading to the design of complete ground support schemes that can maintain integrity following the dynamic ejection of a mass of rock from an excavation boundary. The key features of the book are as follows: It explores the mechanics demand and capacity of ground support technology It covers the whole gamut of theories laboratory and field test results and case studies related to ground support technology It includes a comprehensive database of mesh rock bolts cable bolts and shotcrete capacity It examines ground support scheme testing and explanation It discusses comprehensive case studies including de-stress blasting This book is aimed at professionals in mining engineering including civil engineering geological engineering and geotechnical engineering and related advanced postgraduate studies. | Ground Support Technology for Highly Stressed Excavations Integrated Theoretical Laboratory and Field Research

GBP 130.00
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Development of an Environmental Impact Assessment and Decision Support System for Seawater Desalination Plants

Development of an Environmental Impact Assessment and Decision Support System for Seawater Desalination Plants

Seawater desalination is a coastal-based industry. The growing number of desalination plants worldwide and the increasing size of single facilities emphasises the need for greener desalination technologies and more sustainable desalination projects. Two complementing approaches are the development and implementation of best available technology (BAT) standards and best practice guidelines for environmental impact assessment (EIA) studies. While BAT is a technology-based approach which favours state of the art technologies that reduce resource consumption and waste emissions EIA aims at minimizing impacts at a site- and project-specific level through environmental monitoring evaluation of impacts and mitigation where necessary. This book contains a comprehensive evaluation and synthesis of the potential environmental impacts of desalination plants with emphasis on the marine environment and aspects of energy use followed by the development of strategies for impact mitigating. A concept for BAT for seawater desalination technologies is proposed in combination with a methodological approach for the EIA of desalination projects. The scope of the EIA studies are outlined including environmental monitoring toxicity and hydrodynamic modelling studies and the usefulness of multi-criteria analysis as a decision support tool for EIAs is explored and used to compare different intake and pre-treatment options for seawater reverse osmosis plants. | Development of an Environmental Impact Assessment and Decision Support System for Seawater Desalination Plants

GBP 175.00
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Clinical Medicine of the Dog and Cat

Clinical Medicine of the Dog and Cat

The fourth edition of Clinical Medicine of the Dog and Cat remains the most extensively illustrated and practical small animal veterinary textbook on the market. It continues and expands on the revolutionary problem-based approach of the previous three editions with more than 1 100 clinical color photographs diagrams and tables. The book is divided into five color-coded sections—General Approach Diagnostic Techniques Disease of Specific Organ Systems Multisystemic Disorders and Elements of Therapy. For this edition: Case studies are integrated within the relevant chapters for ease of reference The first section on common medical problems now includes abdominal distension peripheral edema proteinuria regurgitation and seizures Chapters on thoracic and abdominal radiographs are now included in a unique new section on Diagnostic Techniques encouraging an integrated learning approach The third section contains detailed medical information covering most organ systems with several chapters completely rewritten and others comprehensively updated to include additional text and images Additional endoscopic radiographic CT and MRI images are included alongside clinical photographs; very few veterinary textbooks have such a rich emphasis on photographs Each section has a limited number of recommended updated references The practical information is presented with text tables and algorithms while each chapter is arranged to provide the definition of each disorder its clinical features the differential diagnoses the diagnostic methodology and the treatment and prognosis. The formatting has been improved to make this textbook easy to read and comprehend. The busy veterinarian or student is thus provided with a readily available resource of important clinical information in a clear brief manner. Written by board-certified experts the topics are carefully selected to make this a valuable resource for veterinary students as well as for general practitioners and small animal interns.

GBP 130.00
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Principles of Adaptive Optics

Principles of Adaptive Optics

Principles of Adaptive Optics describes the foundations principles and applications of adaptive optics (AO) and its enabling technologies. This leading textbook addresses the fundamentals of AO at the core of astronomy high-energy lasers biomedical imaging and optical communications. Key Features: Numerous examples to explain and support the underlying principles Hundreds of new references to support the topics that are addressed End-of-chapter questions and exercises A complete system design example threaded through each chapter as new material is introduced

GBP 94.99
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Tunnel Design Methods

Tunnel Design Methods

Tunnel Design Methods covers analytical numerical and empirical methods for the design of tunnels in soil and in rock. The material is intended for design engineers looking for detailed methods for graduate students who are interested in tunnelling and for researchers working on various aspects of ground-support interaction under static and seismic loading. The book is divided into seven chapters covering fundamental concepts on ground and support behavior and on ground-excavation-support interaction and provides detailed information on analytical and numerical methods used for the design of tunnels with applications and on the latest developments on empirical methods. The principles and formulations included are used throughout the book to provide insight into the response of tunnels under both simple and complex loading conditions thus providing the reader with fundamental understanding of tunnel behavior. Both authors have experience in tunnelling and have worked extensively in practice designing tunnels both in the United States and abroad and in research.

GBP 110.00
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Shotcrete Materials Performance and Use

Shotcrete Materials Performance and Use

Shotcrete: Materials Performance and Use is a comprehensive textbook covering the current state-of-the-art shotcrete technology. It provides an overview of the many and various uses of shotcrete. Shotcrete is well suited for construction of curvilinear structures (domes shells bobsleigh/luge tracks etc. ) and overhead shotcrete applications (seismic retrofit repairs ground support etc. ) that could not be constructed technically and/or economically using conventional formed cast-in-place concrete construction methods. It contains chapters on history shotcrete materials and mixture proportioning performance shotcrete research equipment and shotcrete application. It is also comprised of shotcrete case history examples including buildings and structures infrastructure repair and rehabilitation ground support and shoring underground support in tunnels and mines swimming pools and spas and finally architectural shotcrete. This text should be of interest to design engineers and architects considering the use of the technology as well as academics. It serves as a useful guide to contractors using shotcrete in one or more of its many and various applications. | Shotcrete Materials Performance and Use

GBP 145.00
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Flood Hazard Mapping: Uncertainty and its Value in the Decision-making Process

Flood Hazard Mapping: Uncertainty and its Value in the Decision-making Process

Computers are increasingly used in the simulation of natural phenomena such as floods. However these simulations are based on numerical approximations of equations formalizing our conceptual understanding of flood flows. Thus model results are intrinsically subject to uncertainty and the use of probabilistic approaches seems more appropriate. Uncertain probabilistic floodplain maps are widely used in the scientific domain but still not sufficiently exploited to support the development of flood mitigation strategies. In this thesis the major sources of uncertainty in flood inundation models are analyzed resulting in the generation of probabilistic floodplain maps. The utility of probabilistic model output is assessed using value of information and the prospect theory. The use of these maps to support decision making in terms of floodplain development under flood hazard threat is demonstrated. | Flood Hazard Mapping: Uncertainty and its Value in the Decision-making Process

GBP 150.00
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Ageing Well Nutrition Health and Social Interventions

Ageing Well Nutrition Health and Social Interventions

Many current public health actions and policies aimed at older people revolve around the often prevailing view that failing health is a consequence of ageing. It is now clear that it is possible to postpone or even prevent much of the age-related decline in health that was once thought inevitable. Future policies must recognise this changing paradigm and using a multi-disciplinary approach integrate fully the changing needs of older people into all areas of public policy including health nutrition social support housing and economic security. Derived from the 47th Annual Symposium of the Society for the Study of Human Biology in November 2005 Ageing Well: Nutrition Health and Social Interventions highlights important health and social factors affecting quality of life in older age and reviews possible interventions aimed at the prevention or amelioration of problems that reduce the potential for ageing well. Covering a wide range of topics contributors address the nutritional vulnerability and specific nutritional needs of older adults and confirm the necessity of appropriate diet and exercise in order to maintain both physical and cognitive health. Reminiscence social interaction and support are highlighted as crucial for the preservation of identity health and emotional well-being. Other chapters are concerned with socio-economic differences in the extent of age-related changes in health resulting particularly from poor quality housing and lack of family support networks. The book includes an examination of the economic consequences for health care systems and pension schemes of ageing populations provides insight into the methodology of evaluating the cost-effectiveness of interventions and outlines how the minimum cost of healthy living for the 65 plus population can be estimated. Bringing together the very latest information on successful ageing Ageing Well: Nutrition Health and Social Interventions presents an up | Ageing Well Nutrition Health and Social Interventions

GBP 175.00
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Principles of Vegetable Oil Extraction

Principles of Vegetable Oil Extraction

This book covers the technology of vegetable oil extraction including theory process technologies used for various oilseeds machinery operation and design aspects. Pertinent topics are covered in two parts: mechanical expression and solvent extraction. The importance of each preparation operation is explained as related to oilseed structure outlining the differences in the quality of prepared material from various oilseeds. It also covers modern press designs designs of extractors desolventisers and distillation line and support equipment. Effect of each unit operation on final product quality levels of safety and precautions in plant operation and plant automation are discussed. Finally the book takes a peek at possible novel and green technologies to find solutions to problems faced by the industry. Features: Provides comprehensive coverage of vegetable oil extraction technology as applicable to major and minor oil-bearing materials. Explains the effects of each of the seed preparation steps on cell structure and how it improves oil extraction. Describes mechanical expression technology in detail including the design aspects of presses and seed preparation equipment. Explores the design of solvent extraction process equipment including extractor desolventiser distillation and support. Discusses extraction plant safety plant automation and utilities. This book is aimed at professionals students and researchers in chemical and food engineering. | Principles of Vegetable Oil Extraction

GBP 130.00
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Rehabilitation Engineering Principles and Practice

Rehabilitation Engineering Principles and Practice

This book will provide an overview of the rehabilitation engineering field including key concepts that are required to provide a solid foundation about the discipline. It will present these concepts through a mix of basic and applied knowledge from rehabilitation engineering research and practice. It's written as an introductory text in order to provide access to the field by those without previous experience or background in the field. These concepts will include those related to engineering and health that are necessary to understand the application of rehabilitation engineering to support human function. | Rehabilitation Engineering Principles and Practice

GBP 99.99
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Kansei/Affective Engineering

Kansei/Affective Engineering

A guided tour through the each stages of process Kansei/Affective Engineering explores how to apply Kansei/Affective Engineering. It describes the psychological survey and psycho-physiological measurement of consumer feelings and the multivariate statistical analysis of this survey data including rough set models. Since soft computing technology is very useful from the viewpoint of product design the author details the Expert system neural networks GA and other relevant methods to support the designer's decision or the customer's choice. The text includes applied examples in areas such as automotive home electrics appliances cosmetics packaging and e-commerce business.

GBP 175.00
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Plates and Shells Theory and Analysis Fourth Edition

Plates and Shells Theory and Analysis Fourth Edition

Noted for its practical accessible approach to senior and graduate-level engineering mechanics Plates and Shells: Theory and Analysis is a long-time bestselling text on the subjects of elasticity and stress analysis. Many new examples and applications are included to review and support key foundational concepts. Advanced methods are discussed and analyzed accompanied by illustrations. Problems are carefully arranged from the basic to the more challenging level. Computer/numerical approaches (Finite Difference Finite Element MATLAB) are introduced and MATLAB code for selected illustrative problems and a case study is included. | Plates and Shells Theory and Analysis Fourth Edition

GBP 175.00
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Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Medicine

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Medicine

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the recent developments in clinical decision support systems precision health and data science in medicine. The book targets clinical researchers and computational scientists seeking to understand the recent advances of artificial intelligence (AI) in health and medicine. Since AI and its applications are believed to have the potential to revolutionize healthcare and medicine there is a clear need to explore and investigate the state-of-the-art advancements in the field. This book provides a detailed description of the advancements challenges and opportunities of using AI in medical and health applications. Over 10 case studies are included in the book that cover topics related to biomedical image processing machine learning for healthcare clinical decision support systems visualization of high dimensional data data security and privacy bioinformatics and biometrics. The book is intended for clinical researchers and computational scientists seeking to understand the recent advances of AI in health and medicine. Many universities may use the book as a secondary training text. Companies in the healthcare sector can greatly benefit from the case studies covered in the book. Moreover this book also: Provides an overview of the recent developments in clinical decision support systems precision health and data science in medicine Examines the advancements challenges and opportunities of using AI in medical and health applications Includes 10 cases for practical application and reference Kayvan Najarian is a Professor in the Department of Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor. Delaram Kahrobaei is the University Dean for Research at City University of New York (CUNY) a Professor of Computer Science and Mathematics Queens College CUNY and the former Chair of Cyber Security University of York. Enrique Domínguez is a professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Malaga and a member of the Biomedical Research Institute of Malaga. Reza Soroushmehr is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics and a member of the Michigan Center for Integrative Research in Critical Care University of Michigan Ann Arbor. | Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Medicine

GBP 130.00
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Artificial Intelligence Trends for Data Analytics Using Machine Learning and Deep Learning Approaches

Artificial Intelligence Trends for Data Analytics Using Machine Learning and Deep Learning Approaches

Artificial Intelligence (AI) when incorporated with machine learning and deep learning algorithms has a wide variety of applications today. This book focuses on the implementation of various elementary and advanced approaches in AI that can be used in various domains to solve real-time decision-making problems. The book focuses on concepts and techniques used to run tasks in an automated manner. It discusses computational intelligence in the detection and diagnosis of clinical and biomedical images covers the automation of a system through machine learning and deep learning approaches presents data analytics and mining for decision-support applications and includes case-based reasoning natural language processing computer vision and AI approaches in real-time applications. Academic scientists researchers and students in the various domains of computer science engineering electronics and communication engineering and information technology as well as industrial engineers biomedical engineers and management will find this book useful. By the end of this book you will understand the fundamentals of AI. Various case studies will develop your adaptive thinking to solve real-time AI problems. Features Includes AI-based decision-making approaches Discusses computational intelligence in the detection and diagnosis of clinical and biomedical images Covers automation of systems through machine learning and deep learning approaches and its implications to the real world Presents data analytics and mining for decision-support applications Offers case-based reasoning | Artificial Intelligence Trends for Data Analytics Using Machine Learning and Deep Learning Approaches

GBP 145.00
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Practical Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases A Hands-On Guide

Practical Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases A Hands-On Guide

This book offers practical tips and essential guidance for trainees and specialists in clinical microbiology and infectious diseases and healthcare professionals interested in infection management to put theoretical knowledge into daily practice. Using common clinical situations and problems as a guide the handbook is intended to support the healthcare professional from interpretation of laboratory results to consultation and infection control. Key Features Concisely covers the critical clinical microbiology and infectious disease topics with an emphasis on translating theoretical knowledge into clinical practice Provides practical guidance and solutions to commonly encountered issues and scenarios Presented in an accessible format to rapidly aid the clinician in day-to-day practice | Practical Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases A Hands-On Guide

GBP 99.99
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Cardiovascular Disease in Companion Animals Dog Cat and Horse

Cardiovascular Disease in Companion Animals Dog Cat and Horse

*Note that the supplementary electronic material for Chapters 26-40 will be available in the Support Material tab soon* This new edition of Cardiovascular Disease in Companion Animals authored by two leading experts in the field now covers the horse as well as the dog and cat. The comprehensive superbly illustrated book has been completely revised and expanded from the original Cardiovascular Disease in Small Animal Medicine. Five key sections provide clearly written overviews of normal cardiovascular structure and function pathophysiologic derangements and their manifestations clinical cardiology testing and interpretation and extensive guidance for cardiovascular disease diagnosis and management. A broad collection of clinical images graphics tables diagrams and a Summary Drug Tables for each species enhances the book’s utility as a practical clinical resource. Up-to-date references support the focus on cardiovascular diseases and reflect important developments in veterinary cardiology and practice. A valuable companion website contains videos and additional images to enhance each chapter. Since first publication in 2007 Dr Ware’s authoritative yet user-friendly guide to cardiovascular diseases in veterinary practice has been widely praised. This book contains even more illustrations of the highest quality. Coverage also includes diagnostic considerations for various clinical problems procedures and techniques for patient evaluation and detailed management strategies for congestive heart failure arrhythmias and other complications of cardiovascular disease. This second edition is a must-have for veterinary practitioners students interns residents and others with an in-depth interest in veterinary cardiology. | Cardiovascular Disease in Companion Animals Dog Cat and Horse

GBP 170.00
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Applied Crowd Science

Applied Crowd Science

Applied Crowd Science outlines the theory and applications of the crowd safety course that Keith Still has developed and taught worldwide for over thirty years. It includes the background and applications of the crowd risk assessment tools as well as essays and case studies from international users (UK Ireland Canada Australia Holland Belgium and Japan) - see Support Material on www. routledge. com/9781138626560. Keith’s courses are mandatory training for all UK Police Public Event Commanders. The text covers legislation and guidance for crowd safety in places of public assembly and outlines the requirements of a crowd risk assessment for mass gatherings. It draws on Prof. Still’s expert witness experience highlighting both the problems you need to understand for your event planning.

GBP 105.00
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Lung Transplantation Principles and Practice

Lung Transplantation Principles and Practice

Lung Transplantation: Principles and Practice covers the current practice in donor and recipient management as well as current treatment strategies and outcomes. With 39 chapters from international experts in the field the book is divided into four broad sections: General Topics Donor Management Recipient Management and Outcome and the Future of Lung Transplantation. The book discusses significant advances achieved in the past decade in areas such as donor allocation organ preservation and management recipient selection management and support surgical and critical care techniques immune suppression and infection prophylaxis. Specific instances of pulmonary disease that commonly necessitate lung transplantation are also covered. Generously illustrated in full color this valuable resource is relevant to both specialists and other providers who may refer or care for patients before and after transplantation. | Lung Transplantation Principles and Practice

GBP 99.99
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Drugs and Pregnancy A Handbook

Drugs and Pregnancy A Handbook

This practical handbook provides detailed guidelines on prescribing drugs in all classes and for a wide variety of diseases and disorders during pregnancy with numerous boxes and tables to assist understanding. CONTENTS: Introduction to Drugs in Pregnancy * Antimicrobials during Pregnancy: Bacterial Viral Fungal and Parasitic Indications * Cardiovascular Drugs during Pregnancy * Endocrine Disorders Contraception and Hormone Therapy during Pregnancy: Embryotoxic versus Fetal Effects * Antiasthma Agents during Pregnancy * Anesthetic Agents and Surgery during Pregnancy * Antineoplastic Drugs during Pregnancy * Analgesics during Pregnancy * Anticonvulsant Drugs during Pregnancy * Psychotropic Use during Pregnancy * Antihistamines Decongestants and Expectorants during Pregnancy * Nutritional and Dietary Supplementation during Pregnancy * Use of Dermatologics during Pregnancy * Drug Overdoses during Pregnancy * Miscellaneous Drugs during Pregnancy: Tocolytics Immunosuppressants and Biologic Therapeutics * Substance Abuse during Pregnancy * Online Support Material | Drugs and Pregnancy A Handbook

GBP 105.00
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Cognitive Digital Twins for Smart Lifecycle Management of Built Environment and Infrastructure Challenges Opportunities and Practices

Cognitive Digital Twins for Smart Lifecycle Management of Built Environment and Infrastructure Challenges Opportunities and Practices

This book provides knowledge into Cognitive Digital Twins for smart lifecycle management of built environment and infrastructure focusing on challenges and opportunities. It focuses on the challenges and opportunities of data-driven cognitive systems by integrating the heterogeneous data from multiple resources that can easily be used in a machine learning model and adjust the algorithms. It comprises Digital Twins incorporating cognitive features that will enable sensing complex and unpredicted behavior and reason about dynamic strategies for process optimization to support decision-making in lifecycle management of the built environment and infrastructure. The book introduces the Knowledge Graph (KG)-centric framework for Cognitive Digital Twins involving process modeling and simulation ontology-based Knowledge Graph analytics for process optimizations and interfaces for data operability. It offers contributions of Cognitive Digital Twins for the integration of IoT Big data AI smart sensors machine learning and communication technologies all connected to a novel paradigm of self-learning hybrid models with proactive cognitive capabilities. The book presents the topologies of models described for autonomous real time interpretation and decision-making support of complex system development based on Cognitive Digital Twins with applications in critical domains such as maintenance of complex engineering assets in built environment and infrastructure. It offers the essential material to enlighten pertinent research communities of the state-of-the-art research and the latest development in the area of Cognitive Digital Twins as well as a valuable reference for planners designers developers and ICT experts who are working towards the development and implementation of autonomous Cognitive IoT based on big data analytics and context–aware computing. | Cognitive Digital Twins for Smart Lifecycle Management of Built Environment and Infrastructure Challenges Opportunities and Practices

GBP 135.00
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Professionalism in the Built Heritage Sector Edited Contributions to the International Conference on Professionalism in the Built Heritage S

Professionalism in the Built Heritage Sector Edited Contributions to the International Conference on Professionalism in the Built Heritage S

Professionalism entails the conduct aims and qualities that characterise a profession. The term is also used to describe education and training standards for the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a specific profession. In practice professional standards of practice and ethics are agreed upon and maintained by recognised associations. In the past professionalism has not occupied a central place in built heritage discussions policy and research. Recent changes in terms of public attitudes and sustainability concerns have had a cumulative impact on the requirements for professionalism in the built heritage sector. The future success of the sector will depend on the availability of adequate professionals and an appropriately skilled workforce. In practice the built heritage sector involves much more than interventions to conserve preserve rehabilitate or restore a heritage structure. Bringing a project to fruition begins with the formulation of a policy proceeds to the design and execution of intervention strategies and ends with ongoing maintenance of heritage structures and related future programming. This process requires sufficient interactions between different professionals to obtain a common vision and hold that vision throughout a project. At the same time the sustainability of the sector is also defined by effective governance societal support and cultural rationales. Professionalism in the Built Heritage Sector contains reports on the lectures of the international conference organized by the Raymond Lemaire International Centre for Conservation (Leuven Belgium February 5th-8th 2018). The contributions in this volume meet the increasing demand for shared information to support the transition towards a more sustainable conservation process. The volume consists of three main parts that deal with practice-led research or scientific research: Profiles and capacities Education training and quality labels and Obstacles and changes. | Professionalism in the Built Heritage Sector Edited Contributions to the International Conference on Professionalism in the Built Heritage S

GBP 105.00
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Indoor Air Pollution Control

Indoor Air Pollution Control

This is an all new book designed to provide you the practical information and data you need for indoor air pollution control! Presented early in the book is theory as support for the applications that follow; including a synthesized review of the significant literature on controlling air pollution. Practical applications-largely from the author's own experience-deal with 1) How to conduct indoor air quality investigations in both residences and public access buildings 2) Indoor air quality mitigation practice and 3) Case histories. This book will be very useful to consultants and other professionals who grapple to solve real world problems. And it will make an excellent textbook for new courses in indoor air quality. Indoor Air Pollution Control will be used for control and prevention of contaminated air in homes apartment buildings office buildings (large and small) hospitals auditoriums and other public buildings.

GBP 160.00
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