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Geometric Puzzle Design

Geometric Puzzle Design

This book discusses how to design good geometric puzzles: two-dimensional dissection puzzles polyhedral dissections and burrs. It outlines major categories of geometric puzzles and provides examples sometimes going into the history and philosophy of those examples. The author presents challenges and thoughtful questions as well as practical design and woodworking tips to encourage the reader to build his own puzzles and experiment with his own designs. Aesthetics phychology and mathematical considerations all factor into the definition of the quality of a puzzle. | Geometric Puzzle Design

GBP 180.00
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The Media Workflow Puzzle How It All Fits Together

The Media Workflow Puzzle How It All Fits Together

This edited collection brings together a team of top industry experts to provide a comprehensive look at the entire media workflow from start to finish. The Media Workflow Puzzle gives readers an in-depth overview of the workflow process from production to distribution to archiving. Pulling from the expertise of twenty contributing authors and editors the book covers topics including content production postproduction systems media asset management content distribution and archiving and preservation offering the reader an understanding of all the various elements and processes that go into the media workflow ecosystem. It concludes with an exploration of the possibilities for the future of media workflows and the new opportunities it may bring. Professionals and students alike looking to understand how to manage media content for its entire lifecycle will find this an invaluable resource. | The Media Workflow Puzzle How It All Fits Together

GBP 34.99
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Planning and Designing the IP Broadcast Facility A New Puzzle to Solve

Planning and Designing the IP Broadcast Facility A New Puzzle to Solve

This book provides a comprehensive understanding of the technology architecture physical facility changes and – most importantly – the new media management workflows and business processes to support the entire lifecycle of the IP broadcast facility from an engineering and workflow perspective. Fully updated this second edition covers the technological evolutions and changes in the media broadcast industry including the new standards and specifications for live IP production the SMPTE ST2110 suite of standards the necessity of protecting against cyber threats and the expansion of cloud services in opening new possibilities. It provides users with the necessary information for planning organizing producing and distributing media for the modern broadcast facility. Key features of this text include: Strategies to implement a cost-effective live and file-based production and distribution system. A cohesive big-picture viewpoint that helps you identify how to overcome the challenges of upgrading your plant. The impact live production is having on the evolution to IP. Case studies serve as recommendations and examples of use. New considerations in engineering and maintenance of IP and file-based systems. Those in the fields of TV cable IT engineering and broadcast engineering will find this book an invaluable resource as will students learning how to set up modern broadcast facilities and the workflows of contemporary broadcasting. | Planning and Designing the IP Broadcast Facility A New Puzzle to Solve

GBP 29.99
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Wood Adhesives

Wood Adhesives

Wood adhesives are of tremendous industrial importance as more than two-thirds of wood products in the world today are completely or partially bonded together using a variety of adhesives. Adhesive bonding offers many advantages over other joining methods for wood components and there has been a great deal of R& D activity in devising new wood adhesives or improving the existing ones. The modern mantra in all industrial sectors is: think green go green which has attracted much attention in the wood adhesive industry. Therefore there is also a lot of research activity in synthesizing environmentally benign and human-friendly wood adhesives. This book is divided into four parts: Part 1: Fundamental Adhesion Aspects in Wood Bonding; Part 2: Synthetic Adhesives; Part 3: Environment-friendly adhesives; and Part 4: Wood Welding and General Paper. It addresses many different types of wood adhesives as well as bonding (welding) of wood components without adhesives a more recent development. The information contained in this book is valuable for individuals engaged in all aspects of wood adhesion and adhesives and hopefully will inspire new ideas in wood adhesives a topic of vital industrial importance.

GBP 56.99
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Handbook of Wood Chemistry and Wood Composites

Handbook of Wood Chemistry and Wood Composites

Wood has played a major role throughout human history. Strong and versatile the earliest humans used wood to make shelters cook food construct tools build boats and make weapons. Recently scientists politicians and economists have renewed their interest in wood because of its unique properties aesthetics availability abundance and perhaps most important of all its renewability. However wood will not reach its highest use potential until we fully describe it understand the mechanisms that control its performance properties and finally are able to manipulate those properties to give us the desired performance we seek. The Handbook of Wood Chemistry and Wood Composites analyzes the chemical composition and physical properties of wood cellulose and its response to natural processes of degradation. It describes safe and effective chemical modifications to strengthen wood against biological chemical and mechanical degradation without using toxic leachable or corrosive chemicals. Expert researchers provide insightful analyses of the types of chemical modifications applied to polymer cell walls in wood. They emphasize the mechanisms of reaction involved and resulting changes in performance properties including modifications that increase water repellency fire retardancy and resistance to ultraviolet light heat moisture mold and other biological organisms. The text also explores modifications that increase mechanical strength such as lumen fill monomer polymer penetration and plasticization. The Handbook of Wood Chemistry and Wood Composites concludes with the latest applications such as adhesives geotextiles and sorbents and future trends in the use of wood-based composites in terms of sustainable agriculture biodegradability and recycling and economics. Incorporating decades of teaching experience the editor of this handbook is well-attuned to educational demands as well as industry standards and research trends.

GBP 44.99
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Revival: The Acoustics of Wood (1995)

Revival: The Acoustics of Wood (1995)

Acoustics of Wood offers a detailed treatment of numerous topics that are valuable to those working with wood in architecture engineering acoustics and the crafting of musical instruments. It presents a comprehensive account of the progress and current knowledge concerning wood acoustics outlining the anatomy and physiology of wood and the specific applications in which its acoustic properties are relevant. Acoustics of Wood reviews state-of-the-art measurement systems and includes material that has not been widely published. Divided into three main parts the book describes environmental acoustics presents acoustics methods for the characterization of the elastic behavior of wood and discusses acoustic methods for the assessment of wood quality. | Revival: The Acoustics of Wood (1995)

GBP 48.99
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Wood Adhesives Chemistry and Technology-Volume 2

Wood Adhesives Chemistry and Technology-Volume 2

The perfect companion to the highly acclaimed Volume 1 of Wood Adhesives Volume 2 presents stimulating discussions on technically and economically importantadhesives for wood bonding-covering their preparation and formulation as well astechniques and suggestions for their application. Like its companion book Wood Adhesives Volume 2 provides up-to-date informationand analysis of new technologies and recent breakthroughs . gives insightinto the relationship between adhesive chemistry and technical application . anddiscusses present and future trends likely to have considerable impact on the field. Elaborating upon general overviews presented in Volume 1 Wood Adhesives Volume 2 includes a chapter on protein adhesives . fills the gap on the chemistryof polyvinyl acetate wood adhesives . contains a detailed discussion of formaldehydeemission . and much more. A complementary and much needed follow-up to Volume 1 Wood Adhesives Volume 2 is essential reading for wood technologists; adhesives and physicalchemists; forest products researchers; polymer scientists; chemical mechanical process and civil engineers who must choose and apply wood adhesives; and advancedundergraduate and graduate students in the above disciplines. | Wood Adhesives Chemistry and Technology-Volume 2

GBP 59.99
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Wood Pellet Heating Systems The Earthscan Expert Handbook on Planning Design and Installation

Wood Pellet Heating Systems The Earthscan Expert Handbook on Planning Design and Installation

Wood Pellet Heating Systems is a comprehensive handbook covering all aspects of wood pellet heating technology. The use of wood pellets as an alternative heating fuel is already well established in several countries and is becoming widespread as fossil fuel prices continue to rise and awareness of climate change grows. Wood pellets are a carbon-neutral technology convenient to use and can easily be integrated into existing central heating systems or used in independent space heaters. This fully-illustrated and easy-to-follow guide shows how wood-pellet heating works the different types of systems – from small living room stove systems to larger central heating systems for institutions – how they are installed and even how wood pellets are manufactured. Featuring examples from around the world it has been written for heating engineers and plumbers who are interested in installing systems home owners and building managers who are considering purchasing a system advanced DIYers building engineers and architects but will be of interest to anyone who requires a clear guide to wood pellet technology. | Wood Pellet Heating Systems The Earthscan Expert Handbook on Planning Design and Installation

GBP 35.99
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Crimes and Mathdemeanors

Crimes and Mathdemeanors

A collection of short detective stories for young adults who are interested in applying high school level mathematics and physics to solving mysteries. The main character is Ravi a 14-year-old math genius who helps the local police solve cases. Each chapter is a detective story with a mathematical puzzle at its core that Ravi is able to solve. The author invites the reader to solve the case on his or her own and then explains the mathematics used to find the solution to the puzzle. Illustrated by Karl H. Hofmann | Crimes and Mathdemeanors

GBP 175.00
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Structural Wood Design ASD/LRFD

Structural Wood Design ASD/LRFD

This text provides a concise and practical guide to timber design using both the Allowable Stress Design and the Load and Resistance Factor Design methods. It suits students in civil structural and construction engineering programs as well as engineering technology and architecture programs and also serves as a valuable resource for the practicing engineer. The examples based on real-world design problems reflect a holistic view of the design process that better equip the reader for timber design in practice. This new editionnow includes the LRFD method with some design examples using LRFD for joists girders and axially load members. is based on the 2015 NDS and 2015 IBC model code. includes a more in-depth discussion of framing and framing systems commonly used in practice such as metal plate connected trusses rafter and collar tie framing and pre-engineered framing. includes sample drawings drawing notes and specifications that might typically be used in practice. includes updated floor joist span charts that are more practical and are easy to use. includes a chapter on practical considerations covering topics like flitch beams wood poles used for footings reinforcement of existing structures and historical data on wood properties. includes a section on long span and high rise wood structuresincludes an enhanced student design project | Structural Wood Design ASD/LRFD

GBP 38.99
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Industrial Heat Pump-Assisted Wood Drying

Industrial Heat Pump-Assisted Wood Drying

This book discusses conventional as well as unconventional wood drying technologies. It covers fundamental thermophysical and energetic aspects and integrates two complex thermodynamic systems conventional kilns and heat pumps aimed at improving the energy performance of dryers and the final quality of dried lumber. It discusses advanced components kiln energy requirements modeling and software and emphasizes dryer/heat pump optimum coupling control and energy efficiency. Problems are included in most chapters as practical numerical examples for process and system/components calculation and design. The book presents promising advancements and R&D challenges and future requirements. | Industrial Heat Pump-Assisted Wood Drying

GBP 44.99
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Bio-based Wood Adhesives Preparation Characterization and Testing

Bio-based Wood Adhesives Preparation Characterization and Testing

Adhesive bonding plays an increasing role in the forest product industry and is a key factor for efficiently utilizing timber and other lignocellulosic resources. As synthetic wood adhesives are mostly derived from depleting petrochemical resources and have caused increasing environmental concern natural product and byproduct-derived adhesives have attracted much attention in the last decades. Although adhesives made from plant and animal sources have been in existence since ancient times increased knowledge of their chemistry and improved technical formulation of their preparation are still needed to promote their broader industrial applications. The primary goals of this book are to (1) synthesize the fundamental knowledge and latest research on bio-based adhesives from a remarkable range of natural products and byproducts (2) identify need areas and provide directions of future bio-based adhesive research and (3) help integrating research findings in practical adhesive application for maximal benefits. This book covers information on a variety of natural products and byproducts and the latest research on formulation testing and improvement of the relevant adhesives in fifteen chapters written by an international group of accomplished contributors. This book will serve as a valuable reference source for university faculty graduate students research scientists agricultural and wood engineers international organization advocators and government agency regulators who work and deal with enhanced utilization of agricultural and forest products and byproducts. | Bio-based Wood Adhesives Preparation Characterization and Testing

GBP 44.99
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Fire Safe Use of Wood in Buildings Global Design Guide

Fire Safe Use of Wood in Buildings Global Design Guide

The Open Access version of this book available at http://www. taylorfrancis. com has been made available under a Creative Commons [Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND)] 4. 0 license. Funded by Linneaus University. It provides guidance on the design of timber buildings for fire safety developed within the global network Fire Safe Use of Wood (FSUW) and with reference to Eurocode 5 and other international codes. It introduces the behaviour of fires in timber buildings and describes strategies for providing safety if unwanted fires occur. It provides guidance on building design to prevent any fires from spreading while maintaining the load-bearing capacity of structural timber elements connections and compartmentation. Also included is information on the reaction-to-fire of wood products according to different classification systems as well as active measures of fire protection and quality of workmanship and inspection as means of fulfilling fire safety objectives. Presents global guidance on fire safety in timber buildings Provides a wide perspective covering the whole field of fire safety design Uses the latest scientific knowledge based on recent analytical and experimental research results Gives practical examples illustrating the importance of good detailing in building design Fire Safe Use of Wood in Buildings is ideal for all involved in the fire safety of buildings including architects engineers firefighters educators regulatory authorities insurance companies and professionals in the building industry. Feedback on this design guide is welcomed. A website for comments is available at www. fsuw. com. | Fire Safe Use of Wood in Buildings Global Design Guide

GBP 145.00
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Structure for Architects A Case Study in Steel Wood and Reinforced Concrete Design

Structure for Architects A Case Study in Steel Wood and Reinforced Concrete Design

Structure for Architects: A Case Study in Steel Wood and Reinforced Concrete Design is a sequel to the authors’ first text Structure for Architects: A Primer emphasizing the conceptual understanding of structural design in simple language and terms. This book focuses on structural principles applied to the design of typical structural members—a beam a girder and a column—in a diagrammatic frame building. Through the application of a single Case Study across three key materials the book illustrates the theory principles and process of structural design. The Case Study progresses step-by-step for each material from determining tributary areas and loads through a member's selection and design. The book addresses the frequent disparity between the way architects and engineers perceive and process information with engineers focusing on technical aspects and architects focusing on visual concepts. Structure for Architects: A Case Study in Steel Wood and Reinforced Concrete Design presents readers with an understanding of fundamental engineering principles through a uniquely thematic Case Study. Focusing on the conceptual understanding of structural design this book will be of interest to architecture students and professionals looking to understand the application of structural principles in relation to steel wood and concrete design. | Structure for Architects A Case Study in Steel Wood and Reinforced Concrete Design

GBP 35.99
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Principles of Structural Design Wood Steel and Concrete Third Edition

Principles of Structural Design Wood Steel and Concrete Third Edition

Timber steel and concrete are common engineering materials used in structural design. Material choice depends upon the type of structure availability of material and the preference of the designer. The design practices the code requirements of each material are very different. In this updated edition the elemental designs of individual components of each material are presented together with theory of structures essential for the design. Numerous examples of complete structural designs have been included. A comprehensive database comprising materials properties section properties specifications and design aids has been included to make this essential reading. | Principles of Structural Design Wood Steel and Concrete Third Edition

GBP 110.00
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California's Amazing Geology

California's Amazing Geology

California has some of the most distinctive and unique geology in the United States. It is the only state with all three types of plate boundaries an extraordinary history of earthquakes and volcanoes and it has many rocks and minerals found nowhere else. The Golden State includes both the highest and lowest point in the continental US and practically every conceivable geological feature known. This book discusses not only the important geologic features of each region in California but also the complex geologic four-dimensional puzzle of how California was assembled beginning over 2 billion years ago. The author provides up-to-date and authoritative review of the geology and geomorphology of each geologic province as well as recent revelations of tectonic history of California’s past. There are separate chapters on some of California’s distinctive geologic resources including gold oil water coastlines and fossils. An introductory section describes basic rock and mineral types and fundamental aspects of plate tectonics so that students and other readers can make sense of the bizarre wild and crazy jigsaw puzzle that is California's geological history. | California's Amazing Geology

GBP 48.99
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Feedstock-based Bioethanol Fuels. I. Non-Waste Feedstocks Starch Sugar Grass Wood Cellulose Algae and Biosyngas-based Bioethanol Fuels

Feedstock-based Bioethanol Fuels. I. Non-Waste Feedstocks Starch Sugar Grass Wood Cellulose Algae and Biosyngas-based Bioethanol Fuels

This book aims to inform readers about the recent developments in production evaluation and utilization of bioethanol fuels from non-waste feedstocks. It covers the production of bioethanol fuels from first generation starch feedstocks and sugar feedstocks grass biomass wood biomass cellulose biosyngas and third generation algae. In this context there are nine key sections where the first four chapters cover the production of bioethanol fuels from feedstocks at large and non-waste feedstocks. This book shows that pretreatments and hydrolysis of the non-waste feedstocks fermentation of hydrolysates and separation and distillation of bioethanol fuels are the fundamental processes for bioethanol fuel production from these non-waste feedstocks with the exception of the biosyngas feedstocks. This book is a valuable resource for the stakeholders primarily in the research fields of energy and fuels chemical engineering environmental science and engineering biotechnology microbiology chemistry physics mechanical engineering agricultural sciences food science and engineering materials science biochemistry genetics molecular biology plant sciences water resources economics business and management transportation science and technology ecology public environmental and occupational health social sciences toxicology multidisciplinary sciences and humanities among others | Feedstock-based Bioethanol Fuels. I. Non-Waste Feedstocks Starch Sugar Grass Wood Cellulose Algae and Biosyngas-based Bioethanol Fuels

GBP 140.00
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Mathematical Mind-Benders

Mathematical Mind-Benders

Peter Winkler is at it again. Following the enthusiastic reaction to Mathematical Puzzles: A Connoisseur's Collection Peter has compiled a new collection of elegant mathematical puzzles to challenge and entertain the reader. The original puzzle connoisseur shares these puzzles old and new so that you can add them to your own anthology. This book is for lovers of mathematics lovers of puzzles lovers of a challenge. Most of all it is for those who think that the world of mathematics is orderly logical and intuitive-and are ready to learn otherwise! A pdf with errata is updated by the author and can be accessed here | Mathematical Mind-Benders

GBP 175.00
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Analytical Peace Economics The illusion of war for peace

Analytical Peace Economics The illusion of war for peace

The Middle East is at an unprecedented crossroads between the established Euro-centric system and the emerging Asian powerhouses like India and China. Their economies policies and social structures are a half-way-house between these two dominant groups and are an important case study to examine in order to highlight future prospects and problems of the global system. The Middle East is an important missing piece in a huge global puzzle. This book makes a significant step towards understanding that puzzle and offers solutions for how to fully integrate this missing jigsaw piece into the global economic system. Analytical Peace Economics: The Illusion of War for Peace focuses on three critical issues in the Middle East that dominate discussions about their place in the global political economy: conflict oil and (regional) development. Examining economic and social development in juxtaposition with conflict and peace this book adapts develops and applies historical geographical economic and psychological methods creating a nuanced approach to the collective understanding of the economic and social dynamics in the region. By developing theoretical models and analysing empirical research this book offers an economic analysis of the attempt to find peace through war and seeks to find alternative solutions. This book will be of interest to researchers policy makers and doctoral students of economics finance and social sciences as well as advanced undergraduate students of peace economics and development studies. | Analytical Peace Economics The illusion of war for peace

GBP 38.99
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The Baseball Mysteries Challenging Puzzles for Logical Detectives

The Baseball Mysteries Challenging Puzzles for Logical Detectives

The Baseball Mysteries: Challenging Puzzles for Logical Detectives is a book of baseball puzzles logical baseball puzzles. To jump in all you need is logic and a casual fan’s knowledge of the game. The puzzles are solved by reasoning from the rules of the game and a few facts. The logic in the puzzles is like legal reasoning. A solution must argue from evidence (the facts) and law (the rules). Unlike legal arguments however a solution must reach an unassailable conclusion. There are many puzzle books. But there’s nothing remotely like this book. The puzzles here while rigorously deductive are firmly attached to actual events to struggles that are reported in the papers every day. The puzzles offer a unique and scintillating connection between abstract logic and gritty reality. Actually this book offers the reader an unlimited number of puzzles. Once you’ve solved a few of the challenges here every boxscore you see in the papers or online is a new puzzle! It can be anywhere from simple to complex to impossible. For anyone who enjoys logical puzzles. For anyone interested in legal reasoning. For anyone who loves the game of baseball. Jerry Butters has a BA in mathematics from Oberlin College and an MS in mathematics and a PhD in economics from the University of Chicago. He taught mathematics for two years at Mindanao State University in the Philippines as a Peace Corps volunteer. He taught economics for five years at Princeton University. For most of his career he worked on consumer protection cases and policy issues at the Federal Trade Commission. In his retirement he has become a piano teacher and performer. He enjoys hobbies ranging from reading Chinese to practicing Taiji. This book is an outgrowth of another of his hobbies—his love of designing and solving puzzles of all sorts. Jim Henle has a BA in mathematics from Dartmouth College and a PhD from M. I. T. He taught for two years at U. P. Baguio in the Philippines as a Peace Corps volunteer two years at a middle school as alternative service and 42 years at Smith College. His research is primarily in logic and set theory with additional papers in geometry graph theory number theory games economics and music. He edited columns for The Mathematical Intelligencer. He authored or co-authored five books. His most recent book The Proof and the Pudding compares mathematics and gastronomy. He has collaborated with Jerry on puzzle papers and chamber music concerts. | The Baseball Mysteries Challenging Puzzles for Logical Detectives

GBP 22.99
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