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Lipid Mediators in Allergic Diseases of the Respiratory Tract
by Clive RobinsonPostgraduates and researchers in the study of allergies, clinical immunology, chest diseases, pharmacology, physiology and biochemistry.
Diode Lasers (Series in Optics and Optoelectronics)
by D. SandsThe compact size, reliability, and low cost of diode lasers lead to applications throughout modern technology-most importantly in modern optical telecommunication systems. This book presents a comprehensive introduction to the principles and operation of diode lasers. It begins with a review of semiconductor physics and laser fundamentals, before describing the most basic homojunction laser. Later chapters describe more advanced laser types and their applications, including the most recently developed and exotic laser designs. The author's intuitive style, coupled with an extensive set of worked examples and sample problems, make this an outstanding introduction to the subject.
Understanding Advanced Statistical Methods (Chapman & Hall/CRC Texts in Statistical Science)
by Peter Westfall Kevin S. HenningProviding a much-needed bridge between elementary statistics courses and advanced research methods courses, Understanding Advanced Statistical Methods helps students grasp the fundamental assumptions and machinery behind sophisticated statistical topics, such as logistic regression, maximum likelihood, bootstrapping, nonparametrics, and Bayesian me
Essential Mathematics for Games and Interactive Applications
by James M. Van Verth Lars M. BishopExpert Guidance on the Math Needed for 3D Game ProgrammingDeveloped from the authors' popular Game Developers Conference (GDC) tutorial, Essential Mathematics for Games and Interactive Applications, Third Edition illustrates the importance of mathematics in 3D programming. It shows you how to properly animate, simulate, and render scenes and discus
Reverse Engineering of Rubber Products: Concepts, Tools, and Techniques
by Saikat Das Gupta Rabindra Mukhopadhyay Krishna C. Baranwal Anil K. BhowmickReverse engineering is widely practiced in the rubber industry. Companies routinely analyze competitors' products to gather information about specifications or compositions. In a competitive market, introducing new products with better features and at a faster pace is critical for any manufacturer. Reverse Engineering of Rubber Products: Concepts,
Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare
by Yufeng ZhouPrinciples and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare introduces concepts, principles, construction, and applications of therapeutic ultrasound: from bench to bedside. A comprehensive examination of the industry and medical application of ultrasound therapy, this book highlights working principles, research progress, and system
Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Surgery
by S. Robert Rozbruch Svetlana IlizarovAn illustrative and in-depth overview of the many available applications and techniques for limb lengthening and reconstruction, this guide provides step-by-step details on the latest surgical procedures for the correction of limb deformities due to congenital defects, growth disturbances, infection, and trauma in both children and adults. Supplyin
Modeling of Combustion Systems: A Practical Approach
by Joseph ColanninoIncreasing competitive pressure for improved quality and efficiency on one hand and tightening emissions and operating requirements on the other leave the modern process engineer squeezed in the middle. While effective modeling can help balance these demands, the current literature offers overly theoretical treatments on modeling that do not transl
Implementation and Applications of DSL Technology
by Philip Golden Hervé Dedieu Krista S. JacobsenThe digital subscriber line (DSL) industry is expanding rapidly and a technology once thought to be only transitional will soon clear $100 billion in total annual service revenue. From the world's leading DSL experts, Implementation and Application of DSL Technologies builds upon the theory presented in Fundamentals of DSL Technologies
Making Supply Chain Management Work: Design, Implementation, Partnerships, Technology, and Profits (Resource Management)
by James B. AyersAny supply chain improvement project, even if well conceived, has a good chance of failing, unless the accompanying information technology enables the design. Being prepared, understanding the risks and how to reduce them, will give you the edge you need. Combining a technology focus with practical advice, Making Supply Chain Management Work: Desig
Extraction Optimization in Food Engineering (Food Science and Technology)
by Constantina Tzia George LiadakisThe only comprehensive source on extraction process optimization, this book details the installation, construction, development, modeling, control, and economics of conventional and specialized extraction systems in the food processing industry. It supplies case studies for illustration of specific extraction systems in commercial food production.
Handbook of Globalization, Governance, and Public Administration (Public Administration and Public Policy)
by Ali FarazmandGlobalization transcends borders and cultures as it develops both from the natural flow of information and communication technologies and as a directed and driven quest for global hegemony by self-serving corporations and world political heavyweights. It bears a multifaceted web of influence that manifests in inequalities in growth, prosperity, and
Principles of Solid Mechanics (Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Series)
by Jr., Rowland RichardsEvolving from more than 30 years of research and teaching experience, Principles of Solid Mechanics offers an in-depth treatment of the application of the full-range theory of deformable solids for analysis and design. Unlike other texts, it is not either a civil or mechanical engineering text, but both. It treats not only analysis but incorporates
Soils and Environmental Quality
by Gary M. Pierzynski George F. Vance J. Thomas SimsA perpetual bestseller, this third edition explores environmental quality from the perspective of soil science. The coverage ranges from the theoretical to the practical with an abundance of examples such as an exploration of allowable pesticide concentrations in drinking water and an inquiry into soil contamination from the trace elements in organic by-products. It also explores the use of soil carbon sequestration as a remedy for global climate change and the effects of acid precipitation on forestation. Case studies with political, economic, and legal implications illustrate the human side of environmental problems. Also covered is the use or misuse of the Scientific Method and the potential for factual bias.The three authors, all teaching professors distinguished in soil science, have updated this student favorite to include a greater number of even more relevant topics. Responding to reques
The Handbook of Highway Engineering
by T. F. FwaModern highway engineering reflects an integrated view of a road system's entire lifecycle, including any potential environmental impacts, and seeks to develop a sustainable infrastructure through careful planning and active management. This trend is not limited to developed nations, but is recognized across the globe. Edited by renowned authority
Echocardiography Board Review: 600 Multiple Choice Questions with Discussion
by Ramdas G. Pai Padmini VaradarajanMultiple Choice Question-and-Answer Book for Echocardiographers of All Levels—3rd Edition Updated to Include 100 New Questions Echocardiography Board Review, Third Edition is written in a unique question-and-answer format. Each question contains four potential answers related to the field of echocardiography — only one of which is correct. The discussion following each question contains specific rationale explaining the correct answer, along with additional information pertaining to the topic so that key concepts are clearly understood by the reader. The questions address many areas of echocardiography, including applied ultrasound physics, practical hydrodynamics, imaging techniques, valvular heart disease, myocardial diseases, congenital heart disease, noninvasive hemodynamics, surgical echocardiography, and more. Rather than being a replacement for a standard echocardiography textbook, Echocardiography Board Review is designed to complement the textbook by bringing out salient concepts in a clear fashion. Features of the work include: Various echocardiographic techniques, applications, and the disease processes that they address Aspects of echocardiography that are likely to appear in echocardiography certifying examinations such as the National Board of Echocardiography for Cardiologists Applied physics and discussion of various technical or hemodynamic considerations 100 new multiple-choice questions (MCQs), bringing the grand total to 600+ MCQs divided into 30 chapters Echocardiography Board Review, Third Edition is a helpful resource for those involved in the field of echocardiography who wish to become better practitioners through an active form of learning. Additionally, the work serves as a useful complementary asset in preparing for various certifying examinations related to the field of echocardiography.
The Elements of Humor: The Tools of Comedy that Make You Funnier, Happier, and Better Looking
by Scott DikkersFind the funny in your writing, speeches, presentations, and everyday conversations Are you ready to elevate your writing, speeches, and conversations with unparalleled wit and comedy? Look no further than The Elements of Humor by bestselling author and comedy writing legend, Scott Dikkers. This isn't just another book on humor—it's a transformative guide that stands head and shoulders above the rest, designed to make you the funniest version of yourself. While many writers treasure Strunk and White's Elements of Style for its writing standards and best practices, the realm of humor writing has long awaited a credible, comprehensive guide. Scott Dikkers answers the call with a book that is both hilarious and instructive, offering clear, replicable steps to infuse your writing and speaking with unforgettable humor. In the book, you'll find: Step-by-step guidance for everything from sophomoric pranks to sophisticated satire as you learn the fundamentals of crafting humor that resonates Diverse humor strategies for different kinds of funny, including self-deprecation, referential jokes, shock humor, hyperbole, wordplay, slapstick, and even meta-humor Engaging tools, including helpful diagrams, funny illustrations, interactive exercises, and a comprehensive index of all discussed tools, skills, and methods The Elements of Humor is your key to making the people around you laugh. Scott Dikkers' expert advice is easy to follow, ensuring that anyone can become a master of humor. Perfect for enhancing presentations, content creation, or everyday conversations, this book will secure a prominent place on your library shelf. Don't miss the chance to transform your approach to humor. Whether you aim to entertain, persuade, or simply bring more joy into your life and the lives of others, The Elements of Humor is your go-to resource. Add it to your cart now and step into a world where laughter is just a page turn away!
Practical Appreciative Inquiry: A Toolkit for Applying Appreciative Inquiry to Organisational Challenges, Opportunities, and Aspirations
by Sarah LewisCreate a shared vision built on core strengths and values to improve your organization Appreciative Inquiry (AI) equips leaders with a revolutionary approach to achieving positive organizational change. Rather than the traditional managerial method of first evaluating a problem and then proposing a solution, AI teaches you to ask, “What is going right here, and how can we grow more of it?” In Practical Appreciative Inquiry, expert organizational consultant and facilitator Sarah Lewis teaches you how to apply the AI methodology in an array of management situations. Step by step, this practice-oriented guide helps you leverage the versatility and flexibility of Appreciative Inquiry to make rapid, positive change. Covering all key aspects of AI, this concise yet comprehensive resource provides a wealth of ideas and activities designed to develop an AI leadership mindset, build resilience within your organization, motivate performance, increase team innovation, support change processes, create AI interventions, and much more. Each chapter features discussion questions, teaching exercises, links to online resources, and real-world case studies of AI in practice. Whether an experienced practitioner or a newcomer to change management, Practical Appreciative Inquiry: A Toolkit for Applying Appreciative Inquiry to Organisational Challenges, Opportunities, and Aspirations is a must-read for all leaders, managers, and team members wanting to improve their organization, as well as consultants, trainers, and organizational development experts interested in AI.
Discrete Taylor Transform and Inverse Transform
by Alireza Baghai-WadjiRevolutionize the calculation of mixed derivatives with this groundbreaking text Transform and inverse transform techniques, such as the Fourier transform and the Laplace transform, enable scientists and engineers to conduct research and design in transformed domains where the work is simpler, after which the results can be converted back into the real domain where they can be applied or actualized. This latter stage in the process, the inverse transform, ordinarily poses significant challenges. New transform/inverse transform techniques carry extraordinary potential to produce revolutionary new science and engineering solutions. Discrete Taylor Transform and Inverse Transform presents the groundbreaking discovery of a new transform technique. Placing a novel emphasis on the “position variable” and “derivative operator” as main actors, the Discrete Taylor Transform and Inverse Transform (D-TTIT) will facilitate the calculation of mixed derivatives of multivariate functions to any desired order. The result promises to create new applications not only in its allied fields of quantum physics and quantum engineering, but potentially much more widely. Readers will also find: Discussion of possible applications in electrical engineering, acoustics, photonics, and many more Analysis of functions depending on one, two, or three independent variables Tools for theoreticians and practitioners to design their own algorithms for solving specific boundary-value problems Discrete Taylor Transform and Inverse Transform is ideal for any scientific or engineering professional looking to understand a cutting-edge research and design tool.
Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Businesses: How to Develop Strategies for Innovation
by Sweta Dixit Mohit Maurya Vishal Jain Geetha SubramaniamThis book has a multidimensional perspective on AI solutions for business innovation and real-life case studies to achieve competitive advantage and drive growth in the evolving digital landscape. Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Businesses demonstrates how AI is a catalyst for change in business functional areas. Though still in the experimental phase, AI is instrumental in redefining the workforce, predicting consumer behavior, solving real-life marketing dynamics and modifications, recommending products and content, foreseeing demand, analyzing costs, strategizing, managing big data, enabling collaboration of cross-entities, and sparking new ethical, social and regulatory implications for business. Thus, AI can effectively guide the future of financial services, trading, mobile banking, last-mile delivery, logistics, and supply chain with a solution-oriented focus on discrete business problems. Furthermore, it is expected to educate leaders to act in an ever more accurate, complex, and sophisticated business environment with the combination of human and machine intelligence. The book offers effective, efficient, and strategically competent suggestions for handling new challenges and responsibilities and is aimed at leaders who wish to be more innovative. It covers the early stages of AI adoption by organizations across their functional areas and provides insightful guidance for practitioners in the suitable and timely adoption of AI. This book will greatly help to scale up AI by leveraging interdisciplinary collaboration with cross-functional, skill-diverse teams and result in a competitive advantage. Audience This book is for marketing professionals, organizational leaders, and researchers to leverage AI and new technologies across various business functions. It also fits the needs of academics, students, and trainers, providing insights, case studies, and practical strategies for driving growth in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Heat Pump Dryers: Theory, Design and Industrial Applications
by Odilio Alves-FilhoExplore the Social, Technological, and Economic Impact of Heat Pump DryingHeat pump drying is a green technology that aligns with current energy, quality, and environmental concerns, and when compared to conventional drying, delivers similar quality at a lower cost. Heat Pump Dryers: Theory, Design and Industrial Applications details the progressio
Industrial Control Systems: Mathematical and Statistical Models and Techniques (Systems Innovation Book Series)
by Adedeji B. Badiru Oye Ibidapo-Obe Babatunde J. AyeniIssues such as logistics, the coordination of different teams, and automatic control of machinery become more difficult when dealing with large, complex projects. Yet all these activities have common elements and can be represented by mathematics. Linking theory to practice, Industrial Control Systems: Mathematical and Statistical Models and Techni
Middle Eastern Minorities: The Impact of the Arab Spring
by Ibrahim ZabadThis is a comprehensive survey of minorities in the Middle East with a special focus on the post Arab Spring era.Minority communities in the Middle East are the most susceptible to the turbulence engulfing the region; the majority may suffer physical violence and socioeconomic loss, but minorities could potentially vanish. Instead of ushering in democracy and inclusive politics, the revolutionary upheavals have prompted chaos and fear and reinforced the resurgence of Islamic fundamentalism throughout the region. Zabad uses historical sources as well as first-hand interviews to vividly describe the current status of minorities in the Middle East, explaining attitudes towards the revolutionary upheavals as well as the various strategies they used to avail themselves of the opportunities presented and to confront the risks posed. The question of ethnic, sectarian and religious minorities is situated in the context of the broader history of the region in order to explain the underlying institutional and ideological factors that caused their predicament and problematized their relationship with the majority.The book providesa rich trove of information and insights generated from ten case studies that covered the Shī‘a in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Lebanon and Egypt, the Druze, the Alawites, Christians and Kurds in Syria, the Copts in Egypt, and the Zaydis in Yemen.
Hazardous Gases Underground: Applications to Tunnel Engineering (Civil and Environmental Engineering)
by Barry DoyleApplies detailed knowledge toward the design and construction of underground civil works projects. Develops critical skills for managing risk and designing reliable gas control measures within project time and cost constraints.
Hydraulic Power System Analysis (Fluid Power and Control)
by Arthur Akers Max Gassman Richard SmithThe excitement and the glitz of mechatronics has shifted the engineering community's attention away from fluid power systems in recent years. However, fluid power still remains advantageous in many applications compared to electrical or mechanical power transmission methods. Designers are left with few practical resources to help in the design and