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Indoor Pollution
By E. Willard Miller, Ruby M. Miller. 1998
The presence of polluted air in the home from heating and cooking food is as old as civilization itself. In…
modern times the general public only became aware of the health hazards when the number of household chemicals increased dramatically in the twentieth century. Few governmental regulations have been passed to regulate the home environment. The concept that the home is a man's castle has delayed the passing of governmental regulations that control the quality of the indoor environment. Standards are, however, being established by many private organizations.The reader will find in this collection a clear exposition of the method of the Screen Constant by Nuclear Charge…
Unit which can be applied in a simple and immediate way to many fields of Physics in relation to atomic spectroscopy.Guidance and Control Technology of Spacecraft on Elliptical Orbit (Navigation: Science and Technology)
By Fucheng Liu, Shan Lu, Yue Sun. 2019
This book introduces readers to the navigation guidance and control technologies involved in single-spacecraft double-spacecraft and multiple-spacecraft…
tasks in elliptical orbits It comprehensively covers the key technologies of guidance navigation and control GNC system design for spacecraft in elliptical orbits including the orbit design formation configuration design and maintenance autonomous navigation technology and relative navigation technology as well as autonomous rendezvous technology The methods that this book introduces are very close to actual practical engineering applications and presented in an accessible style The book can serve as reference teaching material for senior undergraduates and postgraduates with space navigation related majors while also providing essential information and guidance for research personnel and engineering technical personnel engaged in the development of GNC systems for spacecraftMovement Equations 4: Equilibriums and Small Movements
By Georges Venizelos, Michel Borel. 2017
An important instance of the application of unbuckled solid mechanics is that of its stability and small movements from this…
situation. The problem expressing goes through the linearization of the movement equations set up in the 3rd volume of this treaty, by their limited development. This book gives and develops the process which leads to the differential linear equations expressing this kind of movement and allowing the study of the equilibrium and the stability of an unbuckled solid.Following the success of Andrea Shavick's Passing Psychometric Tests and Psychometric Tests for Graduates comes this book, crammed full of…
even more genuine practice psychometric tests from SHL Group plc, the biggest test publisher in the world. These are the tests used by over 95 per cent of the FTSE 100 companies to select their staff, as do the police, the Civil Service, local authorities, the Armed Forces, the Fire Service, financial institutions, retail companies, the communications industry, the motor industry, the IT industry, the power industry...the list is endless. So if you're looking for a job, you need this book! It includes:* 52 genuine practice tests from SHL Group plc, the biggest test publisher in the world. * 334 questions covering verbal, numerical, abstract and spatial reasoning, mechanical comprehension, fault diagnosis, accuracy and personality, including the popular OPQ 32 personality questionnaire.* Tips on how to improve your performance in every category of test. PLUS valuable advice about: * Online psychometric tests. * Whether or not it's possible to cheat!* How to improve your exam technique, speed up and concentrate. Above all this book will give you the three things you need to pass psychometric tests: information, confidence, and lots and lots of practice.The Hair of the Dog: And Other Scientific Surprises
By Karl Sabbagh. 2009
Science is full of surprises: the peculiar peepshow beginnings of baby incubators; the unexpected positive fallout from the H-bomb; the…
dinosaurs that caused sonic booms; the irrational nature of the number pi; the fifth taste sensation lurking in everyone's taste buds which nobody knew about (except for the Japanese). Whilst shedding light on these conundrums, Karl Sabbagh shows that seemingly trivial queries or assumptions lead to a deeper understanding of how science works. Who would have thought that scientists would turn to the hypothesis 'All swans are white' to determine the stability of the entire universe? Or that if we choose to spend our hard-earned money on other people it might make us happier than if we spend it on ourselves?Industrial Objectives and Industrial Performance: Concepts and Fuzzy Handling
By Laurent Foulloy, Vincent Clivill, Lamia Berrah. 2018
This book aims to provide a synthesis of work and ideas done by our team over the last fifteen years…
in the field of information processing for expression of industrial performance. The statement of objectives on the one hand and the calculation of the other performances are discussed, with the search for the explanation of the link between these two basic steps of an industrial improvement. Beyond the synthetic and typological character of this study, the originality of this work lies in the consideration of the temporal dimension of the objectives, and spread on performance expressions. A fuzzy processing and multi-criteria aggregations time information that can be quantitative, qualitative or symbolic are proposed, in line with industrial practice and literature in the field of performance management.Acoustic Emission and Durability of Composite Materials
By Nathalie Godin, Pascal Reynaud, Gilbert Fantozzi. 2018
In this book, two kinds of analysis based on acoustic emission recorded during mechanical tests are investigated. In the first,…
individual, analysis, acoustic signature of each damage mechanism is characterized. So with a clustering method, AE signals that have similar shapes or similar features can be group together into a cluster. Afterwards, each cluster can be linked with a main damage. The second analysis is based on a global AE analysis, on the investigation of liberated energy, with a view to identify a critical point. So beyond this characteristic point, the criticality can be modeled with a power-law in order to evaluate time to failure.QGIS and Applications in Territorial Planning
By Nicolas Baghdadi, Clément Mallet, Mehrez Zribi. 2019
These four volumes present innovative thematic applications implemented using the open source software QGIS. These are applications that use remote…
sensing over continental surfaces. The volumes detail applications of remote sensing over continental surfaces, with a first one discussing applications for agriculture. A second one presents applications for forest, a third presents applications for the continental hydrology, and finally the last volume details applications for environment and risk issues.QGIS and Applications in Water and Risks
By Nicolas Baghdadi, Clément Mallet, Mehrez Zribi. 2019
Our four volumes propose to present innovative thematic applications implemented using the open source software QGIS. These are applications that…
use remote sensing over continental surfaces. The four volumes detail applications of remote sensing over continental surfaces, with a first one discussing applications for agriculture. A second one presents applications for forest, a third presents applications for the continental hydrology, and finally the last volume details applications for environment and risk issues.Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs
By Stephen L. Doggett, Dini M. Miller, Chow-Yang Lee. 2016
The first comprehensive scholarly treatment of bed bugs since 1966 This book updates and expands on existing material on bed…
bugs with an emphasis on the worldwide resurgence of both the common bed bug, Cimex lectularius L., and the tropical bed bug, Cimex hemipterus (F.). It incorporates extensive new data from a wide range of basic and applied research, as well as the recently observed medical, legal, and regulatory impacts of bed bugs. Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs offers new information on the basic science and advice on using applied management strategies and bed bug bioassay techniques. It also presents cutting-edge information on the major impacts that bed bugs have had on the medical, legal, housing and hotel industries across the world, as well as their impacts on public health. Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs offers chapters that cover the history of bed bugs; their global resurgence; their impact on society; their basic biology; how to manage them; the future of these pests; and more. Provides up-to-date information for the professional pest manager on bed bug biology and management Features contributions from 60 highly experienced and widely recognized experts, with 48 unique chapters A one-stop-source that includes historic, technical, and practical information Serves as a reference book for academic researchers and students alike Advances in the Biology and Management of Modern Bed Bugs is an essential reference for anyone who is impacted by bed bugs or engaged in managing bed bugs, be it in an academic, basic or applied scientific setting, or in a public outreach, or pest management role, worldwide.Written by a senior examiner, Ed Lees, this Edexcel AS/A2 Biology Student Unit Guide is the essential study companion for…
Units 3 and 6: Practical Biology and Research and Investigative Skills.This full-colour book includes all you need to know to prepare for your Unit 3 and Unit 6 assessments:clear guidance on the range of practical apparatus and techniques that you need to know about and an overview of the scientific method of testing ideas by experimentationexaminer's advice throughout, so you will know what to expect in the assessments and will be able to demonstrate the skills requiredsample investigation tasks for extra practice before your assessmentsMy Revision Notes: AQA A2 Chemistry ePub
By Rob King. 2013
Unlock your full potential with these revision guides which focus on the key content and skills you need to know.With…
My Revision Notes for AQA A2 Chemistry you can: Take control of your revision: plan and focus on the areas you need to revise with content summaries and commentary from author Rob KingUse the worked examples to improve your understanding of chemical calculationsApply chemical terms accurately with the help of definitions and key words on all topicsImprove your skills to tackle specific exam questions such as [subject example] with self-testing and exam-style questions and answersGet exam-ready with last-minute quick quizzes at www.hodderplus.co.uk/myrevisionnotesCryptic Concrete: A Subterranean Journey Into Cold War Germany
By Ian Klinke. 2018
Cryptic Concrete explores bunkered sites in Cold War Germany in order to understand the inner workings of the Cold War…
state. A scholarly work that suggests a reassessment of the history of geo- and bio-politics Attempts to understand the material architecture that was designed to protect and take life in nuclear war Zooms in on two types of structures - the nuclear bunker and the atomic missile silo Analyzes a broad range of sources through the lens of critical theory and argues for an appreciation of the two subterranean structures’ complementary natureLearning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying; A Guide for Kids and Teens
By Barbara Oakley, Terrence Sejnowski, Alistair McConville. 2018
A surprisingly simple way for students to master any subject--based on one of the world's most popular online courses and…
the bestselling book A Mind for NumbersA Mind for Numbers and its wildly popular online companion course "Learning How to Learn" have empowered more than two million learners of all ages from around the world to master subjects that they once struggled with. Fans often wish they'd discovered these learning strategies earlier and ask how they can help their kids master these skills as well. Now in this new book for kids and teens, the authors reveal how to make the most of time spent studying. We all have the tools to learn what might not seem to come naturally to us at first--the secret is to understand how the brain works so we can unlock its power. This book explains: * Why sometimes letting your mind wander is an important part of the learning process * How to avoid "rut think" in order to think outside the box * Why having a poor memory can be a good thing * The value of metaphors in developing understanding * A simple, yet powerful, way to stop procrastinatingFilled with illustrations, application questions, and exercises, this book makes learning easy and fun.Food Biopreservation
By Antonio Galvez, María José Grande Burgos, Rosario Lucas López, Rubén Pérez Pulido. 2014
The purpose of this Brief is to provide a global view of the concept of biopreservation and its potential and…
existing applications in the different food sectors. Biopreservation, an approach already experimented with by our ancestors, has been used empirically for centuries and now the rationale behind it is becoming increasingly popular, applied singly or in combination with novel and classical food processing technologies. The growing world population, together with the globalization of the food market and consumer demand for foods that are ready to eat, lightly preserved, fresh-tasting, and rich in flavor, nutrients, and bioactive compounds, is forcing the food industry to develop less aggressive food preservation methods.Avian Evolution: The Fossil Record of Birds and its Paleobiological Significance
By Gerald Mayr. 2017
Knowledge of the evolutionary history of birds has much improved in recent decades. Fossils from critical time periods are being…
described at unprecedented rates and modern phylogenetic analyses have provided a framework for the interrelationships of the extant groups. This book gives an overview of the avian fossil record and its paleobiological significance, and it is the only up-to-date textbook that covers both Mesozoic and more modern-type Cenozoic birds in some detail. The reader is introduced to key features of basal avians and the morphological transformations that have occurred in the evolution towards modern birds. An account of the Cenozoic fossil record sheds light on the biogeographic history of the extant avian groups and discusses fossils in the context of current phylogenetic hypotheses. This review of the evolutionary history of birds not only addresses students and established researchers, but it may also be a useful source of information for anyone else with an interest in the evolution of birds and a moderate background in biology and geology.How To Succeed at Interviews 4th Edition
By Rob Yeung. 2010
The new edition of this best-selling book tells you how to: * Give impressive answers to over 200 interview questions…
* Deal with interview nerves and project total confidence * Pass psychometric tests, competency-based questions, and assessment centres * Avoid the traps that interviewers lay for unwary job seekers * Turn every interview question to your advantageIndians of the Pacific Northwest: From the Coming of the White Man to the Present Day
By Vine Deloria. 1977
Britain's Population: Demographic Issues in Contemporary Society
By Steven Jackson. 1998
Britain's Population addresses issues relating to the demographic characteristics of British society. Many of the contemporary features of the population…
relate to changes in the past - particularly the ups and downs in attitudes to marriage and family formation. The history of these trends is considered, including the 'baby boom' of the 1960s when three million children were added to the population within the space of ten years. Jackson argues that the impact of this bulge generation can still be identified and will become of increasing importance when thegeneration reaches retirement age. Current trends in fertility are influenced by the changing structure of the labour market and by the delay in marriage and child bearing to later life. The 1990s has been the era of the 'double income no kids yet' partners and the thirty-something mother. In this book Stephen Jackson highlights how the plight of single mothers, the problem of funding pensioners, and the future of the welfare state, all depend on demographic trends in society.