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Phenomenological Ontology of Breathing The Respiratory Primacy of Being

Phenomenological Ontology of Breathing The Respiratory Primacy of Being

This book studies the phenomenological ontology of breathing. It investigates breathing and air as a question of phenomenological philosophy and looks at phenomenological questions concerning respiratory methodology ontological experience of respiration respiratory spirituality and respiratory embodiment. Drawing on the ideas of Maurice Merleau-Ponty Gaston Bachelard Martin Heidegger Edmund Husserl Luce Irigaray and David Kleinberg-Levin the book argues for the ontological primacy of breathing and develops a new principle of philosophy that the author calls “Silence of Breath Abyss/Yawn of Air”. It asserts that breathing is not a thing- or person-oriented relation but perpetual communication with the immense elemental atmosphere of open and free air. This new phenomenological method of breathing offers readers a chance to begin to wonder rethink re-experience and reimagine all questions of life in an innovative and creative way as aerial and respiratory questions of life. Part of the Routledge Critical Perspectives on Breath and Breathing series the book breaks new ground in phenomenology and phenomenological ontology by offering a decisive and insightful treatment of breath. It will be indispensable for students and researchers of philosophy phenomenology and ontology. It will also be of special interest to Merleau-Ponty scholars as it investigates uncharted dimensions of Merleau-Ponty’s philosophy. | Phenomenological Ontology of Breathing The Respiratory Primacy of Being

GBP 120.00
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A Kalman Filter Primer

A Kalman Filter Primer

System state estimation in the presence of noise is critical for control systems signal processing and many other applications in a variety of fields. Developed decades ago the Kalman filter remains an important powerful tool for estimating the variables in a system in the presence of noise. However when inundated with theory and vast notations learning just how the Kalman filter works can be a daunting task. With its mathematically rigorous “no frills” approach to the basic discrete-time Kalman filter A Kalman Filter Primer builds a thorough understanding of the inner workings and basic concepts of Kalman filter recursions from first principles. Instead of the typical Bayesian perspective the author develops the topic via least-squares and classical matrix methods using the Cholesky decomposition to distill the essence of the Kalman filter and reveal the motivations behind the choice of the initializing state vector. He supplies pseudo-code algorithms for the various recursions enabling code development to implement the filter in practice. The book thoroughly studies the development of modern smoothing algorithms and methods for determining initial states along with a comprehensive development of the “diffuse” Kalman filter. Using a tiered presentation that builds on simple discussions to more complex and thorough treatments A Kalman Filter Primer is the perfect introduction to quickly and effectively using the Kalman filter in practice.

GBP 59.99
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EMI Filter Design

EMI Filter Design

With today’s electrical and electronics systems requiring increased levels of performance and reliability the design of robust EMI filters plays a critical role in EMC compliance. Using a mix of practical methods and theoretical analysis EMI Filter Design Third Edition presents both a hands-on and academic approach to the design of EMI filters and the selection of components values. The design approaches covered include matrix methods using table data and the use of Fourier analysis Laplace transforms and transfer function realization of LC structures. This edition has been fully revised and updated with additional topics and more streamlined content. New to the Third Edition Analysis techniques necessary for passive filter realization Matrix method and transfer function analysis approaches for LC filter structure design A more hands-on look at EMI filters and the overall design process Through this bestselling book’s proven design methodology and practical application of formal techniques readers learn how to develop simple filter solutions. The authors examine the causes of common- and differential-mode noise and methods of elimination the source and load impedances for various types of input power interfaces and the load impedance aspect of EMI filter design. After covering EMI filter structures topologies and components they provide insight into the sizing of components and protection from voltage transients discuss issues that compromise filter performance and present a goal for a filter design objective. The text also includes a matrix method for filter design explains the transfer function method of LC structures and their equivalent polynomials and gives a circuit design example and analysis techniques. The final chapter presents packaging solutions of EMI filters.

GBP 94.99
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Digital Filter Design and Realization

Digital Filter Design and Realization

Analysis design and realization of digital filters have experienced major developments since the 1970s and have now become an integral part of the theory and practice in the field of contemporary digital signal processing. Digital Filter Design and Realization is written to present an up-to-date and comprehensive account of the analysis design and realization of digital filters. It is intended to be used as a text for graduate students as well as a reference book for practitioners in the field. Prerequisites for this book include basic knowledge of calculus linear algebra signal analysis and linear system theory. Technical topics discussed in the book include:Discrete-Time Systems and z-TransformationStability and Coefficient SensitivityState-Space ModelsFIR Digital Filter DesignFrequency-Domain Digital Filter DesignTime-Domain Digital Filter DesignInterpolated and Frequency-Response-Masking FIR Digital Filter DesignComposite Digital Filter DesignFinite Word Length EffectsCoefficient Sensitivity Analysis and MinimizationError Spectrum ShapingRoundoff Noise Analysis and MinimizationGeneralized Transposed Direct-Form IIBlock-State Realization

GBP 79.99
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Evolutionary Cell Processes in Primates Genes Skin Energetics Breathing and Feeding Volume II

Evolutionary Cell Processes in Primates Genes Skin Energetics Breathing and Feeding Volume II

Many complex traits define the primate condition including behaviors as fundamental as locomotion and traits as scrutinized as the dentition and their study reveals dramatic evolutionary change across the primates. Genetic modifications are at the basis of these changes but transformation of genetic information into phenotypes occurs at the level of the cell which is the focus of this book. Contributors summarize novel methodologies to analyze the collective behavior of cells in forming tissues and organs influencing physiological functions and anatomical features that enable behaviors. Our goal is to review current knowledge and encourage others to adopt evolutionary cell biology to aid in deciphering the genotype-phenotype map that underlies the diversification of primates human variation and human evolution. The contributors to this book utilize advances in genetic analysis and visualization of cells and tissues and merge evolutionary developmental biology with evolutionary cell biology to address questions central to understanding human and primate evolution. Key Features Explores mechanisms underlying trait development distribution variation and evolution especially with respect to pigmentation dental formulae the skeleton energetics and temperature-related morphological variation Documents the advantages for anthropologists to work at the level of cells focusing on how genes provide instructions for cells to make structure and how environment affects the behavior of cells Illustrates the role cell biology plays in pelage growth and pigmentation facial morphology melanin production in pigmentation dental development and tooth loss and energy expenditure Describes novel methodologies and techniques to analyze environment- and temperature-related influences on phenotypes Demonstrates how significant changes in life history occur at the level of the cell Related Titles Bianchi L. Developmental Neurobiology (ISBN 978-0-8153-4482-7) King G. R. Primate Behavior and Human Origins (ISBN 978-1-138-85317-1) Rhys Evans P. H. The Waterside Ape: An Alternate Account of Human Evolution (ISBN 978-0-367-14548-4) | Evolutionary Cell Processes in Primates Genes Skin Energetics Breathing and Feeding Volume II

GBP 44.99
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Mindfulness in Education

Mindfulness in Education

This book explores how mindfulness has been infused into education to produce favorable outcomes such as stress reduction heightened focus resilience calmness alertness mood regulation self-awareness professional commitment and increased compassion and kindness to self and others. The chapters are situated in diverse contexts including schools and colleges warfare violent extremism global warming child sex abuse and species extinction. A feature of the book is the use of what is learned from ongoing research to design interventions to increase the incidence of mindful practices to enhance learning and forms of conduct to transform social life and sustain harmonious lifestyles. Inclusion of mindfulness-based interventions in teacher education programs include breathing meditation and tools such as heuristics and mindful writing. Breathing meditation and its relationship to mindfulness is addressed including abdominal breathing as a component of meditation leading to mindful conduct and physiological changes including heart rate and blood oxygenation levels. The extent to which breathing practice includes nasal and oral inhalation and exhalation is also considered in relation to increasing levels of nitric oxide in the airways thereby enhancing social communication and wellness. This book was originally published as a special issue of Learning: Research and Practice. | Mindfulness in Education

GBP 38.99
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Aircraft Propulsion and Gas Turbine Engines

Aircraft Propulsion and Gas Turbine Engines

Aircraft Propulsion and Gas Turbine Engines Second Edition builds upon the success of the book’s first edition with the addition of three major topic areas: Piston Engines with integrated propeller coverage; Pump Technologies; and Rocket Propulsion. The rocket propulsion section extends the text’s coverage so that both Aerospace and Aeronautical topics can be studied and compared. Numerous updates have been made to reflect the latest advances in turbine engines fuels and combustion. The text is now divided into three parts the first two devoted to air breathing engines and the third covering non-air breathing or rocket engines.

GBP 160.00
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Making Sense of Sleep Medicine A Hands-On Guide

Making Sense of Sleep Medicine A Hands-On Guide

This is a practical and patient-complaint focused handbook directed to motivate non-sleep experts and beginners in sleep medicine and technology. This book provides a basic review of the area of sleep identifies some common patient presentations and illustrates the types of investigations that should be requested. With sleep and breathing problems being so common and affecting many other chronic clinical conditions it is important that primary care and other general physicians as well as allied health practitioners have a greater appreciation of this area. This text is a valuable “go-to” handbook for the occasional “sleep” practitioner to refer to. Key Features:• Contains specially packaged with Specific Learning Objectives to each chapter followed by self-assessment questions case scenarios basic sleep monitoring techniques in detail with sample reports. • Provides direction to health care professionals who encounter patients with sleep and breathing disorders in their practice. • Uses algorithms and concept maps for dealing with specific symptoms. | Making Sense of Sleep Medicine A Hands-On Guide

GBP 34.99
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Manganese Removal from Groundwater Role of Biological and Physico-Chemical Autocatalytic Processes

Manganese Removal from Groundwater Role of Biological and Physico-Chemical Autocatalytic Processes

In The Netherlands Belgium and other European countries manganese is removed by conventional groundwater treatment with aeration and rapid (sand) filtration. Such a treatment process is easy to operate cost effective and sustainable because it does not make use of strong oxidants such as O3 Cl2 ClO2 and KMnO4 with the associated risk of by-product formation and over or under dosing. However application of aeration-filtration is also facing drawbacks especially the long ripening time of filter media. Due to the long ripening time water companies have to waste large volumes of treated water making this process less sustainable. Also costs associated with filter media ripening (man power electricity operational and analysis costs) are high. Therefore decreasing the filter ripening time regarding manganese removal is a big issue. Although already extended research has been carried out into manganese removal the controlling mechanisms especially of the start up face of filter media ripening are not fully understood yet. The emphasis of this thesis is to provide a better understanding of the mechanisms involved in the ripening of virgin filter media regarding manganese removal and how to shorten or completely eliminate the long ripening period of filters with virgin material. This thesis therefore highlights the role of the formation of a manganese oxide coating on virgin filter media. Characterization and identification revealed that the responsible manganese oxide for an effective manganese removal was Birnessite. It was found that Birnessite formed at the beginning of the ripening process was of a biological origin. Based on the knowledge that manganese removal in conventional groundwater treatment is initiated biologically long ripening times may be reduced by creating conditions favouring the growth of manganese oxidizing bacteria e. g. by limiting the back wash frequency and / or intensity. Additionally this thesis also shows that the use of freshly prepared manganese oxide containing Birnessite can completely eliminate filter media ripening time. | Manganese Removal from Groundwater Role of Biological and Physico-Chemical Autocatalytic Processes

GBP 99.99
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Mindful Movement in Psychotherapy

Mindful Movement in Psychotherapy

Many mental health clinicians-even those well acquainted with mindfulness-still view physical body-oriented techniques as outside their scope of practice. In this accessible book clinical psychologist exercise physiologist and yoga and mindfulness teacher Paul Salmon gives therapists of any orientation the tools to use mindful movement with clients. Salmon shows how simple practices like breathing walking and yoga-like stretches can help clients center their attention in the present moment with curiosity and self-acceptance. He summarizes research on the benefits of movement for specific mental and physical health conditions and provides vivid case examples and scripts. Purchasers get access to a companion website where they can download audio recordings of 29 guided practices. | Mindful Movement in Psychotherapy

GBP 29.99
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Compressive Sensing of Earth Observations

Compressive Sensing of Earth Observations

Future remote sensing systems will make extensive use of Compressive Sensing (CS) as it becomes more integrated into the system design with increased high resolution sensor developments and the rising earth observation data generated each year. Written by leading experts in the field Compressive Sensing of Earth Observations provides a comprehensive and balanced coverage of the theory and applications of CS in all aspects of earth observations. This work covers a myriad of practical aspects such as the use of CS in detection of human vital signs in a cluttered environment and the corresponding modeling of rib-cage breathing. Readers are also presented with three different applications of CS to the ISAR imaging problem which includes image reconstruction from compressed data resolution enhancement and image reconstruction from incomplete data.

GBP 59.99
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Trauma-Informed Practices for Early Childhood Educators Relationship-Based Approaches that Reduce Stress Build Resilience and Support Heali

Trauma-Informed Practices for Early Childhood Educators Relationship-Based Approaches that Reduce Stress Build Resilience and Support Heali

This second edition of Trauma-Informed Practices for Early Childhood Educators continues to guide childcare providers and early educators working with infants toddlers preschoolers and early elementary-aged children to understand trauma as well as its impact on young children’s brains behavior learning and development. The book covers a range of trauma-responsive teaching strategies that readers can use to create strength-based environments that support children’s health healing and resiliency. Updates include a greater emphasis on resilience and collaborating with mental health specialists new chapters on developing children’s body awareness/sensory literacy and pathways to regulation that reduce stress through breathing techniques and mindful movement as well as new vignettes and case studies to use in workshops or professional development. Supervisors and coaches will learn a range of powerful trauma-responsive practices that they can use to support workforce development and enhance their quality improvement initiatives. | Trauma-Informed Practices for Early Childhood Educators Relationship-Based Approaches that Reduce Stress Build Resilience and Support Heali

GBP 26.99
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Multirate Signal Processing for Communication Systems

Multirate Signal Processing for Communication Systems

Multirate Signal processing can improve system performance and reduce costs in applications ranging from laboratory instruments cable modems wireless systems satellites Radar Sonar and consumer entertainment products. This second edition continues to offer a systematic clear and intuitive introduction to multirate signal processing for working engineers and system designers. Significant new material and fresh concepts including Green Signal Processing techniques have been introduced. The author uses extensive examples and figures to illustrate a wide range of multirate techniques from basic resampling to leading-edge cascade and multi-stage filter structures. Along the way he draws on extensive research and consulting experience to introduce processing “tricks” shown to maximize performance and efficiency. Coverage includes:• Effect of sampling and resampling in time and frequency domains• Relationships between FIR filter specifications and filter length (# of taps)• Window design and equal-ripple (Remez) design techniques• Square-Root Nyquist and Half-band Filters including new enhancements• Polyphase FIR filters: up-sampling down-sampling• Polyphase M-path analysis and synthesis channelizers and cascade pairs• Polyphase interpolators for arbitrary sample rate changes• Dyadic half-band filters quadrature mirror filters• Channel banks for multiple arbitrary bandwidths and center frequencies • Comprehensive coverage of recursive all-pass filters and channelizers non-uniform and uniform phase mixed recursive and non-recursive• Comparisons with traditional DSP designs• Extensive applications coverage throughout | Multirate Signal Processing for Communication Systems

GBP 94.99
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Introduction to RF Power Amplifier Design and Simulation

Introduction to RF Power Amplifier Design and Simulation

Introduction to RF Power Amplifier Design and Simulation fills a gap in the existing literature by providing step-by-step guidance for the design of radio frequency (RF) power amplifiers from analytical formulation to simulation implementation and measurement. Featuring numerous illustrations and examples of real-world engineering applications this book:Gives an overview of intermodulation and elaborates on the difference between linear and nonlinear amplifiersDescribes the high-frequency model and transient characteristics of metal–oxide–semiconductor field-effect transistorsDetails active device modeling techniques for transistors and parasitic extraction methods for active devicesExplores network and scattering parameters resonators matching networks and tools such as the Smith chartCovers power-sensing devices including four-port directional couplers and new types of reflectometersPresents RF filter designs for power amplifiers as well as application examples of special filter typesDemonstrates the use of computer-aided design (CAD) tools implementing systematic design techniquesBlending theory with practice Introduction to RF Power Amplifier Design and Simulation supplies engineers researchers and RF/microwave engineering students with a valuable resource for the creation of efficient better-performing low-profile high-power RF amplifiers.

GBP 52.99
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Optical Thin Film Design

Optical Thin Film Design

Thin-film coatings are universal on optical components such as displays lenses mirrors cameras and windows and serve a variety of functions such as antireflection high reflection and spectral filtering. Designs can be as simple as a single-layer dielectric for antireflection effects or very complex with hundreds of layers for producing elaborate spectral filtering effects. Starting from basic principles of electromagnetics design techniques are progressively introduced toward more intricate optical filter designs numerical optimization techniques and production methods as well as emerging areas such as phase change materials and metal film optics. Worked examples Python computer codes and instructor problem sets are included. Key Features: Starting from the basic principles of electromagnetics topics are built in a pedagogic manner toward intricate filter designs numerical optimization and production methods. Discusses thin-film applications and design from simple single-layer effects to complex several-hundred-layer spectral filtering. Includes modern topics such as phase change materials and metal film optics. Includes worked examples problem sets and numerical examples with Python codes. | Optical Thin Film Design

GBP 44.99
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Surgical and Anaesthetic Instruments for OSCEs A Practical Study Guide

Surgical and Anaesthetic Instruments for OSCEs A Practical Study Guide

This book provides an exam-focused revision guide to both anaesthetic and surgical instruments. This is a comprehensive guide to passing an exam station and includes commonly tested knowledge. The Anaesthetic section includes airway breathing circulation and analgesia equipment. Surgical instruments include those used in cardiothoracic surgery ENT general surgery orthopaedics and urology. Each instrument entry follows a standard format – description indications for use contraindications and complications. The standard format ensures that learning about each instrument and when to use it is faster and easier thus optimising exam recall. Fully illustrated with all the core anaesthetic and surgical instruments Concise easy-to-remember text Portable and practical Suitable for a wide range of health professionals The instrument syllabus is a small yet significant part of many exams and this concise study guide will benefit a wide range of medical and surgical trainees including those sitting the FRCA and MRCS examinations. Healthcare professionals including nurses (ward or theatre) operating department practitioners and physician assistants (PAs) will also find the content useful as an on-the-job aide. About the Author: Dr Kelvin Yan MRCP AICSM is an NIHR Academic Clinical Fellow University of Oxford and an Honorary Clinical Research Fellow Imperial College London. | Surgical and Anaesthetic Instruments for OSCEs A Practical Study Guide

GBP 27.99
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Working with Stress and Tension in Clinical Practice A Practical Guide for Therapists

Working with Stress and Tension in Clinical Practice A Practical Guide for Therapists

Working with Stress and Tension in Clinical Practice is a practical toolkit that sets out a wide range of approaches for reducing stress and anxiety in clients so that they are mentally prepared for more effective therapy sessions. Combining research real-life examples and practical advice the book discusses the potential psychological barriers to therapy that can stand in the way of helping clients and offers concrete solutions to overcome these issues. This toolkit clearly outlines a range of approaches such as mindfulness and meditation techniques that can help clients focus on their therapy and overcome stress and anxiety. Key features include: Guidance and activities supporting the use of meditation breathing exercises and visualisation techniques in therapy Ideas that can be used as short introductory activities at the beginning of a therapy session to help patients get the most from the therapist’s time Suggested whole sessions on stress-reduction for those focusing on anxiety itself. This book is a must-have resource for Speech and Language Therapists Occupational Therapists Psychologists Counsellors Psychotherapists and any professionals working with clients who wish to help the people they work with get the most from therapy. | Working with Stress and Tension in Clinical Practice A Practical Guide for Therapists

GBP 38.99
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Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Clinicians Volume Two

Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Clinicians Volume Two

Mystery illnesses can be helped this book lays the groundwork for it. Building on its predecessor this new volume Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Clinicians is an essential peer-reviewed resource for practitioners those in allied health care and complementary/alternative medicine. The book contains valuable information for healthcare providers to use by helping patients manage treat and even prevent illnesses and put them on a healthy path to recovery. This volume contains information on various subjects including: · Illnesses resulting from water damaged buildings and subsequent change in the microbiome of the building · Steps to heal from mold/mycotoxin illnesses · Effects of CIRS on metabolism and insulin resistance · Pediatric sleep-related breathing disorders and their effects on growth and development · Environmental hormone disruptors · Myalgic encephalitis/chronic fatigue syndrome · Regenerative agriculture · Circadian effects of artificial light and their effects on mitochondria · Nutritional support for Covid · The human body as a biological sound healing instrument · Art in medicine · Living life with intention and mindfulness · Making childbirth a positive experience Written by authors at the forefront of their respective fields this book presents information for people “written off” as having a “mystery illness. ” It is a comprehensive guide on evaluating illnesses that are difficult to diagnose. | Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Clinicians Volume Two

GBP 42.99
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Visual Object Tracking using Deep Learning

Visual Object Tracking using Deep Learning

This book covers the description of both conventional methods and advanced methods. In conventional methods visual tracking techniques such as stochastic deterministic generative and discriminative are discussed. The conventional techniques are further explored for multi-stage and collaborative frameworks. In advanced methods various categories of deep learning-based trackers and correlation filter-based trackers are analyzed. The book also: Discusses potential performance metrics used for comparing the efficiency and effectiveness of various visual tracking methods Elaborates on the salient features of deep learning trackers along with traditional trackers wherein the handcrafted features are fused to reduce computational complexity Illustrates various categories of correlation filter-based trackers suitable for superior and efficient performance under tedious tracking scenarios Explores the future research directions for visual tracking by analyzing the real-time applications The book comprehensively discusses various deep learning-based tracking architectures along with conventional tracking methods. It covers in-depth analysis of various feature extraction techniques evaluation metrics and benchmark available for performance evaluation of tracking frameworks. The text is primarily written for senior undergraduates graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of electrical engineering electronics and communication engineering computer engineering and information technology. | Visual Object Tracking using Deep Learning

GBP 89.99
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An Introduction to Yoga Philosophy An Annotated Translation of the Yoga Sutras

An Introduction to Yoga Philosophy An Annotated Translation of the Yoga Sutras

With its promise of personal improvement physical well-being and spiritual enrichment yoga is enjoying a resurgence in popularity at the turn of the third millennium. To unravel the mystery of the discipline its philosophies and relevance in contemporary life the original text of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali must be explored. This book offers the first accessible translation and commentary on Patanjali's Yoga Sutras. An introductory section examines the multidimensional aspects of yoga as philosophy psychology science and religion as well as exploring popular versions of yoga in the West. The core of the book offers a new translation of the entire text of the Yoga Sutras in a language that is clear and comprehensible to students. Commentaries are presented to highlight the meaning of various statements (sutras) and key themes are outlined via sectional summaries. A full glossary of key words and names is also provided. Concluding chapters look at yoga in contemporary life revealing the popularity of yoga in the 21st century through Star Wars and exploring yoga's connection to health and science contrasting yoga's holistic view of healing with that of the limited view of present day medical science. Sample physical breathing and meditation exercises are provided. An Introduction to Yoga Philosophy offers a comprehensive introduction to the Yoga Sutras text of Patanjali to all students and interested readers of Indian philosophy and religion world religions east-west psychology and mysticism. | An Introduction to Yoga Philosophy An Annotated Translation of the Yoga Sutras

GBP 38.99
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Self-Care for Allied Health Professionals From Surviving to Thriving

Self-Care for Allied Health Professionals From Surviving to Thriving

Self-Care for Allied Health Professionals brings together a collection of self-care strategies into one easy-to-read volume supporting Allied Health Professionals to do the best for their patients by caring for themselves. The book offers information and practical strategies to look after your physical and emotional wellbeing at home and in the workplace exploring topics such as sleep and food resilience and meditation stress conflict and adversity. Written to be a flexible tool that can be read cover to cover or dipped in and out of as needed it offers rapid response self-care strategies alongside more lasting changes supporting practitioners to make small steps to build healthy habits for the future. Key features of this book include: –– A combination of quick response strategies like a five-minute breathing exercise you can use before a difficult meeting and opportunities for deeper work examining your purpose and aligning your role with your values. –– Combines ancient practices of meditation and mindfulness with the latest research on nutrition exercise sleep and wellbeing. –– Consideration of the challenges professionals face in the context of pandemics and a changing health and social care landscape helping you to thrive in a challenging world. Self-care has never been more important. This is a book that every Allied Health Professional and trainee should have on their desk to improve productivity enhance job satisfaction and build resilience for whatever the future brings. | Self-Care for Allied Health Professionals From Surviving to Thriving

GBP 21.99
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Neuro-Fuzzy Equalizers for Mobile Cellular Channels

Neuro-Fuzzy Equalizers for Mobile Cellular Channels

Equalizers are present in all forms of communication systems. Neuro-Fuzzy Equalizers for Mobile Cellular Channels details the modeling of a mobile broadband communication channel and designing of a neuro-fuzzy adaptive equalizer for it. This book focuses on the concept of the simulation of wireless channel equalizers using the adaptive-network-based fuzzy inference system (ANFIS). The book highlights a study of currently existing equalizers for wireless channels. It discusses several techniques for channel equalization including the type-2 fuzzy adaptive filter (type-2 FAF) compensatory neuro-fuzzy filter (CNFF) and radial basis function (RBF) neural network. Neuro-Fuzzy Equalizers for Mobile Cellular Channels starts with a brief introduction to channel equalizers and the nature of mobile cellular channels with regard to the frequency reuse and the resulting CCI. It considers the many channel models available for mobile cellular channels establishes the mobile indoor channel as a Rayleigh fading channel presents the channel equalization problem and focuses on various equalizers for mobile cellular channels. The book discusses conventional equalizers like LE and DFE using a simple LMS algorithm and transversal equalizers. It also covers channel equalization with neural networks and fuzzy logic and classifies various equalizers. This being a fairly new branch of study the book considers in detail the concept of fuzzy logic controllers in noise cancellation problems and provides the fundamental concepts of neuro-fuzzy. The final chapter offers a recap and explores venues for further research. This book also establishes a common mathematical framework of the equalizers using the RBF model and develops a mathematical model for ultra-wide band (UWB) channels using the channel co-variance matrix (CCM). Introduces the novel concept of the application of adaptive-network-based fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) in the design of wireless channel equalizers Provides model ultra-wide band (UWB) channels using channel co-variance matrix Offers a formulation of a unified radial basis function (RBF) framework for ANFIS-based and fuzzy adaptive filter (FAF) Type II as well as compensatory neuro-fuzzy equalizers Includes extensive use of MATLAB® as the simulation tool in all the above cases

GBP 52.99
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Adapted Wavelet Analysis From Theory to Software

Adapted Wavelet Analysis From Theory to Software

This detail-oriented text is intended for engineers and applied mathematicians who must write computer programs to perform wavelet and related analysis on real data. It contains an overview of mathematical prerequisites and proceeds to describe hands-on programming techniques to implement special programs for signal analysis and other applications. From the table of contents: - Mathematical Preliminaries - Programming Techniques - The Discrete Fourier Transform - Local Trigonometric Transforms - Quadrature Filters - The Discrete Wavelet Transform - Wavelet Packets - The Best Basis Algorithm - Multidimensional Library Trees - Time-Frequency Analysis - Some Applications - Solutions to Some of the Exercises - List of Symbols - Quadrature Filter Coefficients | Adapted Wavelet Analysis From Theory to Software

GBP 56.99
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The Musician's Body A Maintenance Manual for Peak Performance

The Musician's Body A Maintenance Manual for Peak Performance

Musicians suffer greatly from industry-related injury and illness and many of these problems are established during student days or even before. This affects all forms of music-making from classical through jazz and rock to traditional folk. Hearing damage is of serious concern in most forms of music-making but the most stressful situations and the most physical damage is recorded in the practice of classical music. The long hours of practice at the beginning of a musician's career are the main source of problems that sometimes only reveal themselves in later life. This book is aimed equally at student musicians practising musicians and instrumental and vocal teachers and it aims to help them to begin to understand how and why their bodies function as they do when they perform and also how they may avoid professionally related illness or injury and achieve the highest standards of performance. The principal author Dr Jaume Rosset i Llobet is a medical expert and an internationally acclaimed researcher on the subject. He is the Director of a Centre for the Physiology of The Arts in Terrassa Catalonia one of the few clinics in the world to which musicians dancers and performing artists can go for assessment and treatment. The book provides examples and references to the health of musicians covering a wide range of musical genres based on current research practice and treatment. As well as physiological exposition copiously illustrated with medical and humorous diagrams the book covers ergonomics risk factors posture breathing matters of diet and accommodation of professional needs in daily life. | The Musician's Body A Maintenance Manual for Peak Performance

GBP 175.00
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An Introduction to Poetic Forms

An Introduction to Poetic Forms

An Introduction to Poetic Forms offers specimen discussions of poems through the lens of form. While each of its chapters does provide a standard definition of the form in question in its opening paragraphs their main objective is to provide readings of specific examples to illustrate how individual poets have deviated from or subverted those expectations usually associated with the form under discussion. While providing the most vital information on the most widely taught forms of poetry then this collection will very quickly demonstrate that counting syllables and naming rhyme schemes is not the be-all and end-all of poetic form. Instead each chapter will contain cross-references to other literary forms and periods as well as make clear the importance of the respective form to the culture at large: be it the democratising communicative power of the ballad or the objectifying male gaze of the blazon and resistance to same in the contreblazon – the efficacy of form is explored in the fullness of its cultural dimensions. In using standard definitions only as a starting point and instead focusing on lively debates around the cultural impact of poetic form the textbook helps students and instructors to see poetic forms not as a static and lifeless affair but as living breathing testament to the ongoing evolution of cultural debates. In the final analysis the book is interested in showing the complexities and contradictions inherent in the very nature of literary form itself: how each concrete example deviates from the standard template while at the same time employing it as a foil to generate meaning.

GBP 32.99
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