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Concise Dictionary Of Physics

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The book is designed to provide you with dictionaries of terms in physics to make science simpler for you. The terms have been arranged alphabetically for quick reference. Suitable explanations of terms that have come into public domain recently also find mention. The standard of explanation has been kept at a level of understanding expected from an average secondary and senior secondary student. Illustrations and examples, at appropriate places, have been given. Readers who have not made a special study of any science subject will have also be able to grasp the definitions. A glossary of Nobel Prize winners and their contributions is an added attraction.

The Science Behind the Secret

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We create our own reality and science says it's true! The Laws of Attraction do exist and are explained in Layman's Terms by a NASA Scientist.At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

Vores forfædres fortælling

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Kom med på en pilgrimsvandring på livets vej. Den starter i nutiden, hvor vi mennesker begiver os tilbage mod fortiden og vores forfædre. Undervejs møder vi vores slægtninge, som alle har en historie at fortælle: først chimpanser, så de andre aber, senere gnavere, krybdyr, fisk og mange andre, helt tilbage til encellede mikroorganismer og livets oprindelse. Gennem fortællingerne hører vi om de processer, der tilsammen former livets udvikling.Richard Dawkins' indsigtsfulde og opfindsomme tilgang til emnet gør det muligt at vise forbindelserne mellem os og alle andre levende væsener på en ny og spændende måde. Han benytter også lejligheden til at fortælle mere om nogle af de fængslende aspekter af evolutionær historie og teori: kønnet formering, artsdannelse, evolutionær konvergens, udryddelse, genetik, pladetektonik, geografisk udbredelse og meget mere. Vores forfædres fortælling kommer vidt omkring i den fascinerende historie om livet på Jorden og viser os, hvor bemærkelsesværdige vi er, hvor forbløffende en historie vi har, og hvor tæt vi er forbundet med alt levende.

Galileo's Finger

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Galileo's Finger is quite simply the best introduction to modern scientific concepts that has ever been written. Taking its cue from C.P. Snow's remark that 'not knowing the second law of thermodynamics is like never having read a work by Shakespeare', by reading this book you will become literate in modern science. The ten great ideas it introduces with brilliant imagery range from natural selection through quantum theory to curved spacetime. Never before have these core ideas of modern civilization been presented in so accessible and engaging a manner.

Science and Technology of Polymers and Advanced Materials

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Increasing interest in lightweight and high-performance materials is leading to significant research activity in the area of polymers and composites. One recent focus is to develop multifunctional materials that have more than one property tailored as to the specified design requirements, in addition to achieving low density. The possibility of simultaneously tailoring several desired properties is attractive but very challenging, and it requires significant advancement in the science and technology of high-performance functional polymers and composites. This volume presents a selection of new approaches in the field of composites and nanomaterials, polymer synthesis and applications, and materials and their properties. Some composites/nanocomposites and interfaces are explored as well, some with medical applications. The authors also look at simulations and modeling, synthesis involving photochemistry, self-assembled hydrogels, and sol-gel processing.

Composite Materials Engineering

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This book provides a compilation of innovative fabrication strategies and utilization methodologies that are frequently adopted in the advanced composite materials community. It addresses developing appropriate composites to efficiently utilize macro- and nanoscale features. It covers a selection of key aspects of composite materials, including history, reinforcements, matrix materials, mechanical properties, physical properties, theory, and applications. The volume reviews the research developments of a number of widely studied composite materials with different matrices.Key features of this book:Contains new coverage of nanocompositesReflects the latest theoretical and engineering and industrial applications of composite materialsProvides design methods with numerical information and technical formulations needed for researchersPresents a critical review of progress in research and development on composite materialsOffers comments on future research direction and ideas for product development

Handbook of Research for Fluid and Solid Mechanics

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This valuable volume provides a broad understanding of the main computational techniques used for processing reclamation of fluid and solid mechanics. The aim of these computational techniques is to reduce and eliminate the risks of mechanical systems failure in hydraulic machines. Using many computational methods for mechanical engineering problems, the book presents not only a platform for solving problems but also provides a wealth of information to address various technical aspects of troubleshooting of mechanical system failure.The focus of the book is on practical and realistic fluids engineering experiences. Many photographs and figures are included, especially to illustrate new design applications and new instruments.

Power Electronics for Green Energy Conversion

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POWER ELECTRONICS for GREEN ENERGY CONVERSION Written and edited by a team of renowned experts, this exciting new volume explores the concepts and practical applications of power electronics for green energy conversion, going into great detail with ample examples, for the engineer, scientist, or student. Power electronics has emerged as one of the most important technologies in the world and will play a big role in the conversion of the present power grid systems into smart grids. Applications like HVDC systems, FACTs devices, uninterruptible power systems, and renewable energy systems totally rely on advances in power electronic devices and control systems. Further, the need for renewable energy continues to grow, and the complete departure of fossil fuels and nuclear energy is not unrealistic thanks to power electronics. Therefore, the increasingly more important role of power electronics in the power sector industry remains paramount. This groundbreaking new volume aims to cover these topics and trends of power electronic converters, bridging the research gap on green energy conversion system architectures, controls, and protection challenges to enable their wide-scale implementation. Covering not only the concepts of all of these topics, the editors and contributors describe real-world implementation of these ideas and how they can be used for practical applications. Whether for the engineer, scientist, researcher, or student, this outstanding contribution to the science is a must-have for any library.

The Brain

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Unterhaltend und fundiert: Ein Pageturner über die HirnforschungDie Hirnforschung macht rasante Fortschritte, aber nur selten treten wir einen Schritt zurück und fragen uns, was es heißt, ein Lebewesen und Mensch zu sein. Der renommierte Neurowissenschaftler David Eagleman nimmt uns mit auf die Reise durch das Gewirr aus Milliarden von Hirnzellen und Billionen von Synapsen – und zu uns selbst. Das sonderbare Rechengewebe in unserem Schädel ist der Apparat, mit dem wir uns in der Welt orientieren, Entscheidungen treffen und Vorstellungen entwickeln. Seine unendlich vielen Zellen bringen unser Bewusstsein und unsere Träume hervor. In diesem Buch baut Bestsellerautor David Eagleman eine Brücke zwischen der Hirnforschung und uns, den Besitzern eines Gehirns. Er hilft uns, uns selbst zu verstehen. Denn ein besseres Verständnis unseres inneren Kosmos wirft auch ein neues Licht auf unsere persönlichen Beziehungen und unser gesellschaftliches Zusammenleben: wie wir unser Leben lenken, warum wir lieben, was wir für wahr halten, wie wir unsere Kinder erziehen, wie wir unsere Gesellschaftspolitik verbessern und wie wir den menschlichen Körper auf die kommenden Jahrhunderte vorbereiten können.

Physik unserer Umwelt: Die Atmosphäre

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Dieses Buch ist aus einer zweisemestrigen Vorlesung über die Physik der Atmosphäre im Rahmen des Faches Umweltphysik and der Universität Heidelberg hervorgegangen. Es ist als einführendes Lehrbuch konzipiert und verfolgt zwei miteinander verzahnte Ziele: - Es will das Funktionieren des Systems Atmosphäre verständlich machen. Diesem Zweck dienen Abschnitte über den Strahlungs-und Energiehaushalt, über die atmosphärische Dynamik, über Zirkulationen, über die Niederschlagsbildung, über den Wasserkreislauf und über ähnlich Themen. - Es will, in einem breit gefassten Sinn, umweltrelevante Aspekte der Meteorologie und der Atmosphärenphysik herausarbeiten. Hierzu dienen unter anderem eine ausführliche Darstellung von Diffusions- und Transportprozessen, zahlreiche Abschnitte über das Verhalten von Spurenstoffen, mit Betonung auf strahlungsrelevanten Spurengasen und auf Schwebeteilchen, und schließlich eine Diskussion von Klima-Entwicklungen und deren Bewertung.Gegenüber der letzten Auflage sind vor allem die letzten 3 Kapitel grundlegend überarbeitet. Speziell in den Kapiteln zu atmosphärischen Spurenstoffen (8) und zur Klimamodellierung (10) sind die neuesten Forschungserkenntnisse eingearbeitet. Kapitel 8 hat zudem eine völlig neue Struktur mit einem zusätzlichen Schwerpunkt zur atmosphärischen Chemie. In Kapitel 9 (Aerosole) wird ein weiteres Unterkapitel zur chemischen Bedeutung der Aerosole eingeführt. Neben diesen größeren Veränderungen werden in allen Kapiteln kleinere Änderungen durchgeführt (Fehlerkorrektur, Aktualisierungen, zum Teil ausführlichere Herleitungen). Das Buch wendet sich ebenso an Studentinnen und Studenten der Physik und der Geowissenschaften wie an Wissenschaftler(innen) und Lehrer(innen), die sich für ihre berufliche Arbeit eine Einführung in die atmosphärische Physik und in die Umweltmeteorologie wünschen. Ein umfangreiches Register ermöglicht das schnelle Auffinden eines Themas, die große Zahl von Quellen- und Literaturangaben erleichtert den Zugang zu weiteren Informationen.

Carbonaceous Quantum Dots: Synthesis And Applications

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This reference is a comprehensive guide to carbon quantum/ dots (CQDs) for researchers. The book includes ten chapters that explain the synthesis of CQDs, their chemical properties and their application in the field of nanotechnology. The content starts with a detailed introduction to CQDs, followed by the synthesis, chemical properties, and characterization of quantum dots. Subsequent chapters cover CQD application in the fabrication of biomedical materials, chemical sensing, wastewater treatment, toxicology, and energy storage. The final chapter of the book explores the future prospects of these quantum dots which gives a glimpse of new horizons in research and development. This book provides guidance to students and researchers who require an understanding of carbonaceous quantum dots. It also serves as a handbook for professionals, researchers and students working in chemical technology sectors.

Biofuel Cells

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Rapid industrialization and urbanization associated with the environment changes calls for reduced pollution and thereby least use of fossil fuels. Biofuel cells are bioenergy resources and biocompatible alternatives to conventional fuel cells. Biofuel cells are one of the new sustainable renewable energy sources that are based on the direct conversion of chemical matters to electricity with the aid of microorganisms or enzymes as biocatalysts. The gradual depletion of fossil fuels, increasing energy needs, and the pressing problem of environmental pollution have stimulated a wide range of research and development efforts for renewable and environmentally friendly energy. Energy generation from biomass resources by employing biofuel cells is crucial for sustainable development. Biofuel cells have attracted considerable attention as micro- or even nano-power sources for implantable biomedical devices, such as cardiac pacemakers, implantable self-powered sensors, and biosensors for monitoring physiological parameters.This book covers the most recent developments and offers a detailed overview of fundamentals, principles, mechanisms, properties, optimizing parameters, analytical characterization tools, various types of biofuel cells, all-category of materials, catalysts, engineering architectures, implantable biofuel cells, applications and novel innovations and challenges in this sector. This book is a reference guide for anyone working in the areas of energy and the environment.

Bioaugmentation Techniques and Applications in Remediation

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It has been observed that rapid population expansion has raised the amount of anthropogenic activity, resulting in high levels of pollution in water, air, and solid waste as well as an increase in the pressure placed on agricultural lands. Bioaugmentation Techniques and Applications in Remediation provides detailed information on bioaugmentation approaches for the remediation of sediments, water, and soil polluted with organic and inorganic pollutants. Practical applications of bioaugmentation techniques performed in restricted systems under controlled conditions, laboratory investigations, and in the field are addressed. Special emphasis is placed on the applications of nanomaterials in combination with bioaugmentation techniques for enhanced bioremediation efficiency. FEATURES Explores abiotic and biotic factors that enhance and facilitate environmental remediation of contaminants Provides a primer on the elementary microbial processes entailed in bioaugmentation Summarizes methods and approaches for executing bioaugmentation technology Details commercially available products and instrumentation This book is an ideal resource for researchers, students, and engineers working in materials science and bioremediation.

Forensics Demystified

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There’s no easier, faster, or more practical way to learn the really tough subjectsForensics Demystified explains forensic science in a logical progression from evidence collection through analysis and finally to the scientist actually testifying in court. This self-teaching guide comes complete with key points, background information, quizzes at the end of each chapter, and even a final exam. Simple enough for beginners but challenging enough for advanced students, this is a lively and entertaining brush-up, introductory text, or classroom supplement.

Renewable Energy Systems

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS Providing updated and state-of-the-art coverage of a rapidly changing science, this groundbreaking new volume presents the latest technologies, processes, and equipment in renewable energy systems for practical applications. This groundbreaking new volume examines recent advances in the area of renewable energy systems, including modeling and optimization using different methods like GAMS, HOMER, AI techniques and MATLAB Simulink, and others. Covering extensively diverse topics ranging from solar radiation prediction model to improving solar power output by studying the tilt and orientation angle of rooftop-mounted systems, a multitude of practical applications are covered, offering solutions to everyday problems, as well as the theory and concepts behind the technology. Among these applications are increasing the longevity of PV by studying its degradation and its use by operating an electrolyzer for hydrogen production, using biodiesel as a green energy resource as an alternative to diesel fuel, concentrating the black liquor-based biomass as a source from multiple stage evaporator along with thermo-vapour compressor, and the real-time problems of modeling and optimizing renewable energy sources. Written and edited by a global team of experts, this groundbreaking new volume from Scrivener Publishing presents recent advances in the study of renewable energy systems across a variety of fields and sources. Valuable as a learning tool for beginners in this area as well as a daily reference for engineers and scientists working in these areas, this is a must-have for any library.

Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Volume 5

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This volume, Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Volume 5: Research Methodologies in Modern Chemistry and Applied Science, is designed to fulfill the requirements of scientists and engineers who wish to be able to carry out experimental research in chemistry and applied science using modern methods. Each chapter describes the principle of the respective method, as well as the detailed procedures of experiments with examples of actual applications. Thus, readers will be able to apply the concepts as described in the book to their own experiments. This book traces the progress made in this field and its sub-fields and also highlight some of the key theories and their applications and will be a valuable resource for chemical engineers in Materials Science and others.

Handbook of Research on Food Science and Technology

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This Handbook of Research in Food Science and Technology consists of three volumes focusing on food technology and chemistry, food biotechnology and microbiology, and functional foods and nutraceuticals. The volumes highlight new research and current trends in food science and technology, looking at the most recent innovations, emerging technologies, and strategies focusing on taking food design to sustainable levels. In particular, the handbooks includes relevant information on the modernization in the food industry, sustainable packaging, food bioprocesses, food fermentation, food microbiology, functional foods and nutraceuticals, natural products, nano- and microtechnology, healthy product composition, innovative processes/bioprocesses for utilization of by-products, development of novel preservation alternatives, extending the shelf life of fresh products, alternative processes requiring less energy or water, among other topics. Volume 1 of the 3-volume set focuses on food technology and chemistry. The chapters examine edible coatings, bioactive compounds, essential oils in active food packaging, food industrial wastes as raw material for nanostructure production, and more.

Il più grande spettacolo della Terra

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Nel 1859 L'origine delle specie di Charles Darwin scosse il mondo dalle fondamenta. Darwin sapeva benissimo che la sua teoria dell'evoluzione avrebbe provocato un terremoto, ma non avrebbe mai potuto immaginare che, un secolo e mezzo dopo, la controversia avrebbe continuato a infuriare. L'evoluzione è considerata un «fatto» da tutti gli scienziati autorevoli, e per la verità anche dai teologi più illuminati, eppure milioni di persone continuano a negarla o per ignoranza o per obbedienza a una religione, con risultati inquietanti. Richard Dawkins si inserisce nel dibattito in corso e fornisce un'esauriente panoramica delle prove scientifiche dell'evoluzionismo, prendendo in esame le varie discipline, dalla chimica alla biologia, dall'embriologia alla paleontologia, e le moderne strumentazioni che contribuiscono a confermare sotto molteplici profili la realtà dell'evoluzione e, dopo aver sfatato la leggenda degli anelli mancanti (in realtà ne mancano sempre meno...), conduce il lettore lungo l'affascinante itinerario di studi aperto da Darwin. E lo fa scavando in una miniera di evidenze scientifiche: analizza gli esempi viventi di selezione naturale e i reperti fossili, gli orologi naturali che hanno segnato le tappe del lungo processo evolutivo e le complesse fasi di sviluppo dell'embrione, le dinamiche della tettonica a placche e i meccanismi della genetica molecolare. Per giungere a una conclusione incontrovertibile: «Non è un caso che ci ritroviamo appollaiati su un ramoscello sottile in mezzo al rigoglioso, fiorente albero della vita. Non è un caso, bensì la diretta conseguenza dell'evoluzione per selezione naturale non casuale». Mentre in tutto il mondo è in atto il tentativo di minare alla radice l'autorevolezza della scienza, con Il più grande spettacolo della Terra Dawkins sceglie di partecipare alla battaglia contro ogni vecchia e nuova forma di oscurantismo riproponendo la lucida visione delle leggi della vita che porta il nome di uno dei più grandi scienziati di ogni tempo.

Complexité-Simplexité

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Ce livre est issu d'un séminaire interdisciplinaire, organisé les 24 et 24 mai 2012 à la Fondation Hugot du Collège de France, autour de l'idée de simplexité - propriété fondamentale du vivant de pouvoir inventer des solutions simples aux problèmes que la complexité du réel pose pour sa survie - avancée par Alain Berthoz en 2009 (La Simplexité, éditions Odile Jacob). Ce séminaire réunissait des philosophes, des mathématiciens, des physiciens et des biologistes, des chercheurs en scienes cognitives, en robotique, en didactique, ainsi que des architectes. Le présent ouvrage ne se contente pas de recueillir les articles issus des communications à ce séminaire. Il a été conçu comme un volume "compagnon" du livre d'Alain Berthoz : il vise à replacer au sein du débat théorique entre spécialistes de la modélisation des systèmes complexes un texte plutôt orienté en apparence vers le public général. Les phénomènes qualifiés de simplexes ne sont-ils que l'énumération rhapsodique de dispositifs ou de mécanismes dépourvus d'unité intégrative? Ou manifestent-ils, au contraire, l'exigence d'une nouvelle théorie de la simplexité du vivant, qui puisse ête confrontée aux théories existantes des systèmes complexes et, éventuellement, offrir une alternative à ces théories ?

Natural Products Chemistry

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Natural Products Chemistry: Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Phytochemistry focuses on the development of biochemical, biomedical and their applications. It highlights the importance of accomplishing an integration of engineering with biology and medicine to understand and manage the scientific, industrial, and clinical aspects. It also explains both the basic science and the applications of biotechnology-derived pharmaceuticals, with special emphasis on their clinical use. The biological background provided enables readers to comprehend the major problems in biochemical engineering and formulate effective solutions. This title also expands upon current concepts with the latest research and applications, providing both the breadth and depth researchers need. The book also introduces the topic of natural products chemistry with an overview of key concepts. This book is aimed at professionals from industry, academicians engaged in chemical science or natural product chemistry research, and graduate-level students.

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