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Lead Poisoning Exposure Abatement Regulation

Lead Poisoning Exposure Abatement Regulation

Lead Poisoning discusses one of the most critical and preventable environmentally induced illnesses. The actual toll lead poisoning takes on society cannot be measured fully due to the silent nature of health effects such as subtle intellectual deficits and neurological damage caused by chronic low-level exposures. This book covers every major topic on the subject including lead poisoning in children sources of contamination state-of-the-art sampling and analytical measurement methods the newest studies on low-cost abatement methods and much more. This reference is the most comprehensive presentation of issues currently available under one cover. The text is divided into three major parts. Part I provides insights from studies assessing lead exposures from paint dust soil and lead battery recycling operations. The second part is a unique collection of strategic federal policy statements from the U. S. EPA HUD and HEW-CDC. It details the National Implementation Plan as well as a local government's efforts to provide low-cost effective risk communication and public outreach to the community. The next part offers seven chapters on analytical issues in the measurement of lead in blood paint dust and soils. Part IV Sampling Methods and Statistical Issues rounds out the technical portion of the volume. The relationships among lead levels in biological and environmental media are investigated and the interpretive problems discussed. The use of multi-element analysis of environmental samples as an approach to investigate sources is described. The book finishes with its most unique feature-OPPT's Check Our Kids for Lead Program one organization's effort to empower its employees to make a personal difference in confronting the problem of lead poisoning in children. The Program serves as a model for other government organizations (federal state and local) university and community organizations and corporations to educate them and take personal and corporate responsibility for addressing this important and environmental health problem. | Lead Poisoning Exposure Abatement Regulation

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Penetration and Permeability of Concrete Barriers to organic and contaminating liquids

Penetration and Permeability of Concrete Barriers to organic and contaminating liquids

This book is an investigation into the barrier qualities of concrete. The transport of fluids in particular organic and contaminating liquids through concrete can lead to water and soil pollution. This is a world-wide problem on which there is little published material. This state-of-the-art report redresses the balance and sets out current knowledge on all aspects of the problem testing methods and indicates the need for further research. | Penetration and Permeability of Concrete Barriers to organic and contaminating liquids

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Introduction to Design Engineering Systematic Creativity and Management

Introduction to Design Engineering Systematic Creativity and Management

Designing engineering products – technical systems and/or transformation processes – requires a range of information know-how experience and engineering analysis to find an optimal solution. Creativity and open-mindedness can be greatly assisted by systematic design engineering which will ultimately lead to improved outcomes documentation and management. This book applies systematic and methodical conceptualization to abstract models of engineering systems. These can be be used as needed for developing candidate solutions. The recommended engineering design process should be able to support all levels of creative design engineering based on Engineering Design Science. This book incorporating several new insights surveys information about systematic methodical and intuitive design engineering thinking and reasoning as well as progressive product development. In addition to providing practical approaches it helps readers better understand the role of engineering in society. | Introduction to Design Engineering Systematic Creativity and Management

GBP 74.99
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Introduction to Feedback Control Theory

Introduction to Feedback Control Theory

There are many feedback control books out there but none of them capture the essence of robust control as well as Introduction to Feedback Control Theory. Written by Hitay Özbay one of the top researchers in robust control in the world this book fills the gap between introductory feedback control texts and advanced robust control texts. Introduction to Feedback Control Theory covers basic concepts such as dynamical systems modeling performance objectives the Routh-Hurwitz test root locus Nyquist criterion and lead-lag controllers. It introduces more advanced topics including Kharitanov's stability test basic loopshaping stability robustness sensitivity minimization time delay systems H-infinity control and parameterization of all stabilizing controllers for single input single output stable plants. This range of topics gives students insight into the key issues involved in designing a controller. Occupying and important place in the field of control theory Introduction to Feedback Control Theory covers the basics of robust control and incorporates new techniques for time delay systems as well as classical and modern control. Students can use this as a text for building a foundation of knowledge and as a reference for advanced information and up-to-date techniques

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Introduction to Green Chemistry

Introduction to Green Chemistry

Interest in green chemistry and clean processes has grown so much in recent years that topics such as fluorous biphasic catalysis metal organic frameworks and process intensification which were barely mentioned in the First Edition have become major areas of research. In addition government funding has ramped up the development of fuel cells and biofuels. This reflects the evolving focus from pollution remediation to pollution prevention. Copiously illustrated with more than 800 figures the Third Edition provides an update from the frontiers of the field. It features supplementary exercises at the end of each chapter relevant to the chemical examples introduced in each chapter. Particular attention is paid to a new concluding chapter on the use of green metrics as an objective tool to demonstrate proof of synthesis plan efficiency and to identify where further improvements can be made through fully worked examples relevant to the chemical industry. NEW AND EXPANDED RESEARCH TOPICS Metal-organic frameworks Metrics Solid acids for alkylation of isobutene by butanes Carbon molecular sieves Mixed micro- and mesoporous solids Organocatalysis Process intensification and gas phase enzymatic reactions Hydrogen storage for fuel cells Reactive distillation Catalysts in action on an atomic scale UPDATED AND EXPANDED CURRENT EVENTS TOPICS Industry resistance to inherently safer chemistry Nuclear power Removal of mercury from vaccines Removal of mercury and lead from primary explosives Biofuels Uses for surplus glycerol New hard materials to reduce wear Electronic waste Smart growth The book covers traditional green chemistry topics including catalysis benign solvents and alternative feedstocks. It also discusses relevant but less frequently covered topics with chapters such as Chemistry of Long Wear and Population and the Environment. This coverage highlights the importance of chemistry to everyday life and demonstrates the benefits the expanded exploitation of green chemistry can have for society. | Introduction to Green Chemistry

GBP 130.00
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Myocardial Perfusion Scintigraphy From Request to Report

Myocardial Perfusion Scintigraphy From Request to Report

There is general recognition that nuclear cardiology and particularly myocardial perfusion scintigraphy (MPS) is under-utilized in the UK when compared with practice in mainland Europe and the USA. The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) is about to issue a report that will recognize the shortfall in provision and this should lead to moves to improve the situation. Many imaging departments are likely to institute nuclear cardiology services or to expand their current level of activity. As a result of this there is undoubted need for a text that gives practical advice to those coming to the specialty for the first time. Filling this gap Myocardial Perfusion Scintigraphy is a concise ‘hands on’ guide taking readers through all aspects of MPS including:vetting requestsdeciding on the appropriate stress protocol and carrying it outthe acquisition and processing of images through to their final interpretation and reportingassessment of the impact of imaging on patient management. Keeping references to radiation protection legislation and government initiatives as general as possible in order to retain the attention of those working outside of the United Kingdom full use is also made of key points tables and flow charts with practical tips to aid newcomers to the specialty. Although the emphasis is on areas that the authors know give rise to difficulty the approach is not limited to problem-solving and there is comprehensive coverage of all areas of practice including for example stress testing and image interpretation. | Myocardial Perfusion Scintigraphy From Request to Report

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Pharmaceuticals to Nutraceuticals A Shift in Disease Prevention

Pharmaceuticals to Nutraceuticals A Shift in Disease Prevention

Recently there has been a fundamental shift in the global health and wellness industry from disease treatment to preventing chronic diseases. The use of nutraceuticals and functional foods in prevention efforts could lead to a decreased dependency on drugs. The pharmaceutical industry recognizes this shift; however serious concerns have arisen regarding the claimed efficacy quality and safety of products used as medical foods. This book examines the consumer and industry mindshift including the scientific evidence of these foods as effective adjuncts to pharmacotherapy during all stages of treatment of various diseases thus indicating that pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals can and should coexist. It details quality safety and efficacy of foods drugs and nutrients; marketing and product positioning; regulatory perspectives; biomarkers and metabolites; probiotics; food/drug interactions; and future industry trends. In addition food bioactives represent diet-based molecules that perform physiological roles related to disease prevention and treatment. As such a considerable overlap exists between food bioactives and drugs—this book presents the case for comparing and contrasting foods versus drugs in several models of health and disease. | Pharmaceuticals to Nutraceuticals A Shift in Disease Prevention

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Introduction to Stochastic Calculus Applied to Finance

Introduction to Stochastic Calculus Applied to Finance

Since the publication of the first edition of this book the area of mathematical finance has grown rapidly with financial analysts using more sophisticated mathematical concepts such as stochastic integration to describe the behavior of markets and to derive computing methods. Maintaining the lucid style of its popular predecessor Introduction to Stochastic Calculus Applied to Finance Second Edition incorporates some of these new techniques and concepts to provide an accessible up-to-date initiation to the field. New to the Second EditionComplements on discrete models including Rogers' approach to the fundamental theorem of asset pricing and super-replication in incomplete marketsDiscussions on local volatility Dupire's formula the change of numéraire techniques forward measures and the forward Libor model A new chapter on credit risk modelingAn extension of the chapter on simulation with numerical experiments that illustrate variance reduction techniques and hedging strategiesAdditional exercises and problemsProviding all of the necessary stochastic calculus theory the authors cover many key finance topics including martingales arbitrage option pricing American and European options the Black-Scholes model optimal hedging and the computer simulation of financial models. They succeed in producing a solid introduction to stochastic approaches used in the financial world.

GBP 42.99
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Radiopharmaceuticals Introduction to Drug Evaluation and Dose Estimation

Radiopharmaceuticals Introduction to Drug Evaluation and Dose Estimation

Nanoengineering energized by the desire to find specific targeting agents is leading to dramatic acceleration in novel drug design. However in this flurry of activity some issues may be overlooked. This is especially true in the area of determining dosage and evaluating the effects of multiple agents designed to target more than one site of metastasis. Offering the unique perspective of a medical physicist who has worked directly with cancer patients for over three decades Radiopharmaceuticals: Introduction to Drug Evaluation and Dose Estimation starts by exploring the recent history and current state of the field. Then citing key research and practical examples the author looks at how to run studies and employ estimation and evaluation methods that lead to the best multiple agents with the least amount of trial and error. He discusses methods that will allow researchers to more rigorously:Differentiate one radiopharmaceutical (RP) from anotherEstimate radiation doses Correlate results across various species to realize more informed data from clinical trialsIncorporating developments in nanotechnology and radiology with the ultimate goal of achieving personalized patient-specific treatment this book crosses disciplines to addresses a range of topics including:Preclinical RP developmentOrganization of clinical trials Determination of activity in vivo Modeling and temporal integration with a look at the mass law for tumor uptake as a function of tumor size (discovered by the author) Absorbed dose estimates with and without clinical correlations Multiple-modality therapyDr. Lawrence Williams has devoted most of his life’s research to tumor detection and treatment and his discoveries continue to influence evolving therapies. As s a medical physicist he is eminently qualified to bring unique insight into the discussion of radiopharmaceutical dosage rates and efficacy. | Radiopharmaceuticals Introduction to Drug Evaluation and Dose Estimation

GBP 44.99
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Introduction to Electromagnetism From Coulomb to Maxwell

Introduction to Electromagnetism From Coulomb to Maxwell

This edition aims to expand on the first edition and take the reader through to the wave equation on coaxial cable and free-space by using Maxwell’s equations. The new chapters include time varying signals and fundamentals of Maxwell's equations. This book will introduce and discuss electromagnetic fields in an accessible manner. The author explains electroconductive fields and develops ideas relating to signal propagation and develops Maxwell’s equations and applies them to propagation in a planar optical waveguide. The first of the new chapters introduces the idea of a travelling wave by considering the variation of voltage along a coaxial line. This concept will be used in the second new chapter which solves Maxwell’s equations in free-space and then applies them to a planar optical waveguide in the third new chapter. As this is an area that most students find difficult it links back to the earlier chapters to aid understanding. This book is intended for first- and second-year electrical and electronic undergraduates and can also be used for undergraduates in mechanical engineering computing and physics. The book includes examples and homework problems. Introduces and examines electrostatic fields in an accessible manner Explains electroconductive fields Develops ideas relating to signal propagation Examines Maxwell’s equations and relates them to propagation in a planar optical waveguide Martin Sibley recently retired after 33 years of teaching at the University of Huddersfield. He has a PhD from Huddersfield Polytechnic in Preamplifier Design for Optical Receivers. He started his career in academia in 1986 having spent 3 years as a postgraduate student and then 2 years as a British Telecom-funded research fellow. His research work had a strong bias to the practical implementation of research and he taught electromagnetism and communications at all levels since 1986. Dr. Sibley finished his academic career as a Reader in Communications School of Computing and Engineering University of Huddersfield. He has authored five books and published over 80 research papers. | Introduction to Electromagnetism From Coulomb to Maxwell

GBP 44.99
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A Transition to Proof An Introduction to Advanced Mathematics

A Transition to Proof An Introduction to Advanced Mathematics

A Transition to Proof: An Introduction to Advanced Mathematics describes writing proofs as a creative process. There is a lot that goes into creating a mathematical proof before writing it. Ample discussion of how to figure out the nuts and bolts' of the proof takes place: thought processes scratch work and ways to attack problems. Readers will learn not just how to write mathematics but also how to do mathematics. They will then learn to communicate mathematics effectively. The text emphasizes the creativity intuition and correct mathematical exposition as it prepares students for courses beyond the calculus sequence. The author urges readers to work to define their mathematical voices. This is done with style tips and strict mathematical do’s and don’ts which are presented in eye-catching text-boxes throughout the text. The end result enables readers to fully understand the fundamentals of proof. Features:The text is aimed at transition courses preparing students to take analysis Promotes creativity intuition and accuracy in expositionThe language of proof is established in the first two chapters which cover logic and set theoryIncludes chapters on cardinality and introductory topology | A Transition to Proof An Introduction to Advanced Mathematics

GBP 42.99
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Advanced Numerical Simulation Methods From CAD Data Directly to Simulation Results

Advanced Numerical Simulation Methods From CAD Data Directly to Simulation Results

This book is an entertaining easy to read introduction to advanced numerical modeling. The aim of the book is to lead the reader on a journey towards the ‘holy grail’ of numerical simulation namely one without the requirement of mesh generation that takes data directly from CAD programs. On this journey readers will discover the beauty of Non-uniform Rational B-Splines or NURBS and see how well they are suited for describing geometry discover how CAD programs work and how their data can be used for simulation. The implementation of NURBS-based simulation is discussed using Finite Element and Boundary Element technology. This is a hands-on book with emphasis on implementation and examples of programming in a higher level language are given. It has been written for users of simulation software so they can understand the benefits of this new technology and demand progress from a somewhat conservative industry for software developers so they can see that this is a technology with a big future and for researchers in the hope that it will attract more people to work in this exciting new field. | Advanced Numerical Simulation Methods From CAD Data Directly to Simulation Results

GBP 44.99
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An Introduction to Quantum Mechanics From Facts to Formalism

An Introduction to Quantum Mechanics From Facts to Formalism

The core content of even the most intricate intellectual edifices is often a simple fact or idea. So is it with quantum mechanics; the entire mathematical fabric of the formal description of quantum mechanics stems essentially from the fact that quantum probabilities interfere (i. e. from the superposition principle). This book is dedicated to substantiating this claim. In the process the book tries to demonstrate how the factual content of quantum mechanics can be transcribed in the formal language of vector spaces and linear transformations by disentangling the empirical content from the usual formal description. More importantly it tries to bring out what this transcription achieves. The book uses a pedagogic strategy which reverse engineers the postulates of quantum mechanics to device a schematic outline of the empirical content of quantum mechanics from which the postulates are then reconstructed step by step. This strategy is adopted to avoid the disconcerting details of actual experiments (however simplified) to spare the beginner of issues that lurk in the fragile foundations of the subject. In the Copenhagen interpretation of quantum mechanics the key idea is measurement. But measurement carries an entirely different meaning from the connotation that the term carries elsewhere in physics. This book strives to underline this as strongly as possible. The book is intended as an undergraduate text for a first course in quantum mechanics. Since the book is self contained it may also be used by enthusiastic outsiders interested to get a glimpse of the core content of the subject. Features: Demonstrates why linear algebra is the appropriate mathematical language for quantum mechanics. Uses a reconstructive approach to motivate the postulates of quantum mechanics. Builds the vocabulary of quantum mechanics by showing how the entire body of its conceptual ingredients can be constructed from the single notion of quantum measurement. | An Introduction to Quantum Mechanics From Facts to Formalism

GBP 105.00
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Introduction to Spintronics

Introduction to Spintronics

Introduction to Spintronics provides an accessible organized and progressive presentation of the quantum mechanical concept of spin and the technology of using it to store process and communicate information. Fully updated and expanded to 18 chapters this Second Edition:Reflects the explosion of study in spin-related physics addressing seven important physical phenomena with spintronic device applicationsDiscusses the recently discovered field of spintronics without magnetism which allows one to manipulate spin currents by purely electrical meansExplores lateral spin-orbit interaction and its many nuances as well as the possibility to implement spin polarizers and analyzers using quantum point contactsIntroduces the concept of single-domain-nanomagnet-based computing an ultra-energy-efficient approach to compute and store information using nanomagnets offering a practical rendition of single-spin logic architecture ideas and an alternative to transistor-based computing hardwareFeatures many new drill problems and includes a solution manual and figure slides with qualifying course adoptionStill the only known spintronics textbook written in English Introduction to Spintronics Second Edition is a must read for those interested in the science and technology of storing processing and communicating information via the spin degree of freedom of electrons.

GBP 48.99
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Environment Art in the Game Industry A Guide to Rich and Realistic Environments Using Substance Designer

Environment Art in the Game Industry A Guide to Rich and Realistic Environments Using Substance Designer

This book explains the fundamentals of being a talented games Environment Artist by outlining the key considerations that most Environment Artists tend to forget. Focusing on the use of Substance Designer to create rich colourful and realistic environments the book shows how to improve storytelling and how to think outside the box. Following a step-by-step process to create realistic state-of-the-art materials that help bring game narratives and worlds to life this book provides a new perspective on Environment Art by covering the latest most creative industry techniques using Substance Designer. This book should appeal to new and aspiring games Environment Artists as well as those looking to increase their knowledge of Substance Designer. The final stages of this book give a sneak peek into creating foliage in the game industry. Henry Kelly is the Lead Artist at REWIND a VR and AR studio with the vision of a better future for VR and AR. | Environment Art in the Game Industry A Guide to Rich and Realistic Environments Using Substance Designer

GBP 44.99
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Sarcopenia Molecular Cellular and Nutritional Aspects – Applications to Humans

Sarcopenia Molecular Cellular and Nutritional Aspects – Applications to Humans

Sarcopenia: Molecular Cellular and Nutritional Aspects describes the progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength defined by Rosenberg in 1997 as a hallmark of aging and referred to as “sarcopenia”. As life expectancy continues to increase worldwide sarcopenia has become a major public health issue. The condition worsens in the presence of chronic diseases that accelerate its progression. Sarcopenia is not considered to be “a process of normative aging” but according to the International Classification of Disease Tenth Revision Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) as a disease. As sarcopenia is an unavoidable process prevention and management are the only options to promote healthy aging actions that should perhaps should perhaps be taken during youth. Included in this book:· Features essential information on sarcopenia its current definition and molecular and cellular aspects of this disease· Discusses the development of physical frailty a complication of sarcopenia and predicts its occurrence in the older population· Presents alterations in muscle protein turnover and mitochondrial dysfunction in the aging process · Provides data on the negative involvement of sarcopenia in certain chronic diseases that can lead to cachexia a metabolic wasting syndrome· Describes presbyphagia or age-related changes in the swallowing mechanism in older people· Details possible strategies to combat muscle wasting in healthy older adults and their limitationsThis book features information collected from pioneers or experts on human aging from around the globe including Europe Brazil Canada Japan and the United States. It is a valuable source of information for nutritional scientists medical doctors sports scientists food scientists dietitians students in these fields and for anyone interested in nutrition. We hope this book provides a better understanding of sarcopenia which inevitably occurs with aging without weight loss. The book also provides information outlining strategies to prevent or limit muscle wasting due to normal aging in order to promote successful aging. | Sarcopenia Molecular Cellular and Nutritional Aspects – Applications to Humans

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A Practical Guide to Scientific Writing in Chemistry Scientific Papers Research Grants and Book Proposals

A Practical Guide to Scientific Writing in Chemistry Scientific Papers Research Grants and Book Proposals

Successful completion of postgraduate studies especially PhD and career advancement in academia strongly depend on the ability to publish scientific papers or books and attract research grants. However many chemical scientists find preparing scientific papers and research grant and book proposals difficult; partly because of insufficient training in writing and partly because there are few practical books to enable them to learn the art. This step-by-step practical guide is intended mainly for postgraduate students and early career researchers in chemical science and the libraries that serve them but will also be useful to other scientists. Key Features: Improves the reader’s chances of getting their manuscript published in chemistry journals. Increases the likelihood of winning research grants in chemistry. Takes a “lead by the hand” approach. Contains chapters on the preparation of graphical abstracts and research highlights. Uses sketches and other illustration styles to aid mental visualization of concepts. Contains practical examples taken from published papers and successful research grant proposals. | A Practical Guide to Scientific Writing in Chemistry Scientific Papers Research Grants and Book Proposals

GBP 42.99
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Introduction to Environmental Toxicology Molecular Substructures to Ecological Landscapes Fifth Edition

Introduction to Environmental Toxicology Molecular Substructures to Ecological Landscapes Fifth Edition

The fifth edition includes new sections on the use of adverse outcome pathways how climate change changes how we think about toxicology and a new chapter on contaminants of emerging concern. Additional information is provided on the derivation of exposure-response curves to describe toxicity and they are compared to the use of hypothesis testing. The text is unified around the theme of describing the entire cause-effect pathway from the importance of chemical structure in determining exposure and interaction with receptors to the use of complex systems and hierarchical patch dynamic theory to describe effects to landscapes. | Introduction to Environmental Toxicology Molecular Substructures to Ecological Landscapes Fifth Edition

GBP 110.00
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ERP Optimization Using Your Existing System to Support Profitable E-Business Initiatives

ERP Optimization Using Your Existing System to Support Profitable E-Business Initiatives

Existing ERP systems are being used to support an increasing amount of critical e-business initiatives even though this is far from their original purpose. While ERP can form a foundation for successfully meeting e-business needs future success will be derived not only from a firm supportive foundation but from a solid e-business superstructure that guides your company through a value chain that has grown longer and more complex. ERP Optimization provides a technology-centric approach to leading your company through an e-transformation. It shows you how to leverage current investments in information systems while minimizing disruptions to the core business of the enterprise. Written in a business vernacular the book effectively bridges the gap between technology and business strategy. The author takes you through the process of defining e-business goals and accessing and maximizing current systems capabilities. She details the steps required to assume a leadership position within an integrated business community and demonstrates how to support secure information exchanges with customer suppliers and partners. ERP alone is not enough to secure and maintain a superior position in today's economy but it can provide the backbone and infrastructure of enterprise applications that are the necessary essential prerequisites to conducting e-business. Whether you are an executive today or hope to be one in the future ERP Optimization gives you the tools to lead your organization successfully into the e-business world. | ERP Optimization Using Your Existing System to Support Profitable E-Business Initiatives

GBP 59.99
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Introduction to Scheduling

Introduction to Scheduling

Full of practical examples Introduction to Scheduling presents the basic concepts and methods fundamental results and recent developments of scheduling theory. With contributions from highly respected experts it provides self-contained easy-to-follow yet rigorous presentations of the material. The book first classifies scheduling problems and their complexity and then presents examples that demonstrate successful techniques for the design of efficient approximation algorithms. It also discusses classical problems such as the famous makespan minimization problem as well as more recent advances such as energy-efficient scheduling algorithms. After focusing on job scheduling problems that encompass independent and possibly parallel jobs the text moves on to a practical application of cyclic scheduling for the synthesis of embedded systems. It also proves that efficient schedules can be derived in the context of steady-state scheduling. Subsequent chapters discuss scheduling large and computer-intensive applications on parallel resources illustrate different approaches of multi-objective scheduling and show how to compare the performance of stochastic task-resource systems. The final chapter assesses the impact of platform models on scheduling techniques. From the basics to advanced topics and platform models this volume provides a thorough introduction to the field. It reviews classical methods explores more contemporary models and shows how the techniques and algorithms are used in practice.

GBP 69.99
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From Atoms to Galaxies A Conceptual Physics Approach to Scientific Awareness

From Atoms to Galaxies A Conceptual Physics Approach to Scientific Awareness

From Atoms to Galaxies: A Conceptual Physics Approach to Scientific Awareness teaches heightened scientific acuity as it educates students about the physical world and gives them answers to questions large and small. Written by Sadri Hassani the author of several mathematical physics textbooks this work covers the essentials of modern physics in a way that is as thorough as it is compelling and accessible. Some of you might want to know …. How did Galileo come to think about the first law of motion?. Did Newton actually discover gravity by way of an apple and an accident?Or maybe you have mulled over…. Is it possible for Santa Claus to deliver all his toys? . Is it possible to prove that Elvis does not visit Graceland every midnight?Or perhaps you’ve even wondered …. If ancient Taoism really parallels modern physics? . If psychoanalysis can actually be called a science? . How it is that some philosophies of science may imply that a 650-year-old woman can give birth to a child? No Advanced Mathematics RequiredA primary textbook for undergraduate students not majoring in physics From Atoms to Galaxies examines physical laws and their consequences from a conceptual perspective that requires no advanced mathematics. It explains quantum physics relativity nuclear and particle physics gauge theory quantum field theory quarks and leptons and cosmology. Encouraging students to subscribe to proven causation rather than dramatic speculation the book: Defines the often obscured difference between science and technology discussing how this confusion taints both common culture and academic rigor Explores the various philosophies of science demonstrating how errors in our understanding of scientific principles can adversely impact scientific awareness Exposes how pseudoscience and New Age mysticism advance unproven conjectures as dangerous alternatives to proven science Based on courses taught by the author for over 15 years this textbook has been developed to raise the scientific awareness of the untrained reader who lacks a technical or mathematical background. To accomplish this the book lays the foundation of the laws that govern our universe in a nontechnical way emphasizing topics that excite the mind namely those taken from modern physics and exposing the abuses made of them by the New Age gurus and other mystagogues. It outlines the methods developed by physicists for the scientific investigation of nature and contrasts them with those developed by the outsiders who claim to be the owners of scientific methodology. Each chapter includes essays which use the material developed in that chapter to debunk misconceptions clarify the nature of science and explore the history of physics as it relates to the development of ideas. Noting the damage incurred by confusing science and technology the book strives to help the reader to emphatically demarcate the two while clearly demonstrating that science is the only element capable of advancing technology. | From Atoms to Galaxies A Conceptual Physics Approach to Scientific Awareness

GBP 56.99
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Introduction to Mechanics

Introduction to Mechanics

A modern introduction to Newtonian dynamics and the basics of special relativity this book discusses standard topics such as Newton’s laws of motion energy linear and angular momentum rigid body dynamics and oscillations then goes on to introduce modern topics such as symmetries phase space nonlinear dynamics and chaos. The author presents Newton’s equation of motion as a differential equation bringing out key issues such as phase space and determinism in mechanical systems and helps introduce modern research topics such as chaos theory in a natural way. He highlights key assumptions of Newtonian mechanics and incorporates numerical solutions of many mechanical systems using MATLAB®. | Introduction to Mechanics

GBP 18.99
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Global Supply Chain Using Systems Engineering Strategies to Respond to Disruptions

Global Supply Chain Using Systems Engineering Strategies to Respond to Disruptions

Global Supply Chain: Using Systems Engineering Strategies to Respond to Disruptions uses a systems-based approach of the tools and techniques of industrial engineering applied to the global supply chain. The specific application addressed in this book is the supply chain which has been disrupted due to COVID-19 and the closure of several plants in the chain. The book presents the basic tools of industrial engineering applicable to a dynamic supply chain system. It recognizes the nuances of human factors in any commerce and industry and covers the basic elements of a supply chain from a systems perspective. It highlights the global impacts of disruption caused by COVID-19 and leverages the Triple C Model of system communication cooperation and coordination. It also illustrates the applicability of the DEJI systems model for supply chain design evaluation justification and integration. Supply chain modeling optimization examples are offered and the introduction of a newly developed learning curve model applied to the global supply chain is presented. The contents of the book are applicable not only to the food supply chain but also to the supply of other commodities including physical products services and desired end results. The book is written for engineers working in production civil mechanical and other industries. It will be of interest to engineering managers consultants as well as those involved with business management. University students and instructors will also find this book useful as a general reference. | Global Supply Chain Using Systems Engineering Strategies to Respond to Disruptions

GBP 82.99
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Introduction to Medical Physics

Introduction to Medical Physics

This textbook provides an accessible introduction to the basic principles of medical physics the applications of medical physics equipment and the role of a medical physicist in healthcare. Introduction to Medical Physics is designed to support undergraduate and graduate students taking their first modules on a medical physics course or as a dedicated book for specific modules such as medical imaging and radiotherapy. It is ideally suited for new teaching schemes such as Modernising Scientific Careers and will be invaluable for all medical physics students worldwide. Key features: Written by an experienced and senior team of medical physicists from highly respected institutions The first book written specifically to introduce medical physics to undergraduate and graduate physics students Provides worked examples relevant to actual clinical situations

GBP 82.99
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Introduction to Experimental Methods

Introduction to Experimental Methods

Introduction to Experimental Methods succinctly explains fundamental engineering concepts in mechanics dynamics heat transfer and fluid dynamics. From conceptualizing an engineering experiment to conducting a comprehensive lab this book enables students to work through the entire experimental design process. Offering a complete overview of instruction for engineering lab methodology the book includes practical lab manuals for student use directly complementing the instruction. Numerous worked examples and problems are presented along with several hands-on experiments in individual lab manuals. This book discusses how to write lab reports how to configure a variety of instruments and equipment and how to work through failures in experimentation. Introduction to Experimental Methods is intended for senior undergraduate engineering students taking courses in Experimental Methods. Instructors will be able to utilize a Solutions Manual for their course. Features: Provides an overview of experimental methods in mechanics dynamics heat transfer and fluid dynamics Covers design of experiments instruments and statistics Discusses SolidWorks and PASCO Capstone software Includes numerous end-of-chapter problems and worked problems Features a Solutions Manual for instructor use

GBP 110.00
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