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The Physics of the Interstellar Medium

The Physics of the Interstellar Medium

This third edition of The Physics of the Interstellar Medium continues to introduce advanced undergraduates to the fundamental processes and the wide range of disciplines needed to understand observations of the interstellar medium and its role in the Milky Way galaxy. The book is suitable for undergraduate students studying physics astronomy and astrophysics. The book also provides concise and straightforward discussions of interstellar physics and chemistry that are useful for more experienced readers. The book leads readers through the range of physical processes operating on both large and small scales that occur in the interstellar medium. It explores the relationship between the dusty tenuous gas in interstellar space and the formation of stars and planets. This new edition also describes exciting developments in the field of astrochemistry and its interaction with interstellar physics and the roles played by interstellar dust grains in interstellar physics and chemistry. Simple models in each chapter together with problems at the end of each chapter encompass interdisciplinary applications in atomic molecular solid state and surface physics and gas dynamics. This popular textbook provides a useful overview and grounding in the study of the interstellar medium and brings insight into many aspects of physics. Features An authoritative textbook in the field at this academic level Provides a wide introduction to the interstellar medium whilst remaining accessible and concise Revised throughout presenting a modern understanding of the interstellar medium

GBP 58.99
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Switching Power Converters Medium and High Power Second Edition

Business Intelligence and Analytics in Small and Medium Enterprises

Chemical Peels in Clinical Practice A Practical Guide to Superficial Medium and Deep Peels

Physical Acoustics and Metrology of Fluids

Metamaterials Beyond Crystals Noncrystals and Quasicrystals

Metamaterials Beyond Crystals Noncrystals and Quasicrystals

Metamaterials: Beyond Crystals Noncrystals and Quasicrystals is a comprehensive and updated research monograph that focuses on recent advances in metamaterials based on the effective medium theory in microwave frequencies. Most of these procedures were conducted in the State Key Laboratory of Millimeter Waves Southeast University China. The book conveys the essential concept of metamaterials from the microcosmic structure to the macroscopic electromagnetic properties and helps readers quickly obtain needed skills in creating new devices at microwave frequencies using metamaterials. The authors present the latest progress on metamaterials and transformation optics and provide abundant examples of metamaterial-based devices accompanied with detailed procedures to simulate fabricate and measure them. Comprised of ten chapters the book comprehensively covers both the fundamentals and the applications of metamaterials. Along with an introduction to the subject the first three chapters discuss effective medium theory and artificial particles. The next three chapters cover homogeneous metamaterials (super crystals) random metamaterials (super noncrystals) and inhomogeneous metamaterials (super quasicrystals). The final four chapters examine gradient-index inhomogeneous metamaterials nearly isotropic inhomogeneous metamaterials and anisotropic inhomogeneous metamaterials after which the authors provide their conclusions and closing remarks. The book is completely self-contained making it easy to follow. | Metamaterials Beyond Crystals Noncrystals and Quasicrystals

GBP 44.99
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A Learner’s Guide to Fuzzy Logic Systems Second Edition

100 Diagnostic Dilemmas in Clinical Medicine

Dynamics of Soils and Their Engineering Applications

Dynamics of Soils and Their Engineering Applications

The book offers systematic dynamic analysis of soils and their engineering applications including machine foundations and aims to develop a clear understanding of the subject. It comprises sixteen chapters. Chapter 1 introduces the reader to the various problems in soil dynamics. In Chapter 2 concepts of theory of vibrations are discussed along with their applications in designing Vibration Absorbers and Pickups. Wave propagation in elastic medium including wave refraction in layered medium is covered in Chapter 3. Chapter 4 deals with the procedure of determining dynamic properties of soils using various laboratory and field tests. Dynamic earth pressures in retaining walls and dynamic bearing capacity of footings are dealt with in Chapters 5 and 6 respectively. Chapters 7and 8 respectively deal with dynamic behavior of pile foundations and slopes. Causes of liquefaction of soils and prediction of liquefaction potential have been discussed in Chapter 9. In Chapter 10 the procedure of estimating the unbalanced forces in various types of machines are covered. Chapters 11 12 and 13 deal with the analysis and design of foundations of reciprocating machine hammer and turbo-generators respectively. In Chapter 14 problems of vibration isolation and screening are dealt with. Chapter 15 discusses the analysis and design of reinforced earth wall located in seismic areas. A new concept of a conventional rigid retaining wall having reinforced backfill is presented in Chapter 16 giving complete analysis and design procedure considering seismic forces. | Dynamics of Soils and Their Engineering Applications

GBP 46.99
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Hydrogen: Its Technology and Implication Production Technology - Volume I

Industrial Biotechnology

Risk Management 10 Principles

Risk Management 10 Principles

Recent global developments have fundamentally changed the landscape for conducting businesses and undertaking social transactions. It is more important than ever to step back and take a broader view of managing risks across all areas of the business. Aimed at small- and medium- sized enterprises which represent the majority of business units globally Risk Management: 10 Principles outlines the ten major risk factors every business must consider when establishing a risk management system. Now fully updated after being in print for over 20 years this book focuses on taking a practical and holistic approach to identifying potential risks and considering how best to manage these risks. Modern topics cover the move to home working for many because of COVID- 19 and increased risk in supply chains plus many more. Case studies and self- reflection questions are included throughout with additional checklists available to download to help you focus on particular areas of the business. This readable and entertaining text intends to help the non- expert establish a workable risk management system across all parts of their organization especially in smaller business units where a risk management professional is not part of the workforce. Restructured and reordered to bring the content right up to date this book is geared towards those working in small- and medium- sized enterprises business consultants working with client companies and as an introductory reader for those new to the concepts of risk management including safety and environmental consultants and students on occupational health and safety and environmental studies courses. | Risk Management 10 Principles

GBP 46.99
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Patterns in Excitable Media Genesis Dynamics and Control

Supercritical Fluids Technology in Lipase Catalyzed Processes

Supercritical Fluids Technology in Lipase Catalyzed Processes

Enzymes are currently used in various industries most commonly in food detergents and pharmaceuticals production. Lipases are hydrolytic enzymes that demonstrate great potential as an alternative to conventional catalysts in a number of industrial applications. A complete understanding of enzymes and their proteins structure and environmental behavior can greatly aid in the further development of industrial applications. Supercritical Fluids Technology in Lipase Catalized Processes provides basic information about enzymes their sources reaction kinetics and main industrial applications. The book focuses in lipases. their main sources structure and features with an emphasis on their specificity and interfacial activity and presents proven techniques for isolating extracting and purifying. Comprised of six compact chapters this comprehensive guide introduces: Immobilization techniques and immobilized lipases that allow repeated use (which is essential from an economic point of view) Different bioreactor configurations using immobilized lipases The latest information on the available technologies in lipolytic reactions The advantages of nonaqueous media in biochemical synthesis over aqueous and solvent-free systems Material on the use of lipases in nonaqueous media to overcome the drawbacks usually encountered with the use of conventional chemical catalysts The use of supercritical fluids (SCFs) as a green alternative reaction medium Factors affecting the physical properties of lipases in this medium and hence their activity and stability A case study using supercritical carbon dioxide (SC-CO2) for biodiesel production Novel cutting-edge technology using immobilized enzymes to reduce the overall production cost Supercritical Fluids Technology in Lipase Catalized Processes outlines the main industrial applications of common enzymes and discusses relevant challenges and innovations emerging in the field. | Supercritical Fluids Technology in Lipase Catalyzed Processes

GBP 84.99
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100 Diagnostic Dilemmas in Clinical Medicine

100 Diagnostic Dilemmas in Clinical Medicine

A 57-year-old man presented to the emergency department complaining of a worsening cough. The cough had been present for approximately two weeks and was productive of green sputum. The patient had seen his general practitioner one week earlier and taken a course of amoxicillin for a presumed lower respiratory tract infection with no improvement of symptoms. He was febrile experiencing frequent headaches and a feeling of general malaise and had been unable to eat solid food for the last 48 hours due to facial pain on chewing. You have been asked to assess him and devise a management plan… 100 Diagnostic Dilemmas in Clinical Medicine presents 100 real-life scenarios seen in the hospital and community setting. A succinct summary of the patient's history examination and any initial investigations is followed by a detailed consideration of the diagnosis and management of each case in the short medium and where appropriate long term. Making speedy and appropriate clinical decisions and choosing the best course of action to take as a result is one of the most important and challenging parts of training to become a doctor. These extended true-to-life cases will teach students and junior doctors to recognize important medical conditions and to develop their diagnostic and management skills. Key features: Extended case studies presented in an easy-to-read format presenting patient history examination investigations and differential diagnosis Readers are guided through the clinician's sequence of thoughts and actions as they consider how to manage the case appropriately in the short medium and if necessary long term Plentiful illustrations supplement the text A broad range of conditions is covered from acquired haemophilia to intestinal tuberculosis

GBP 29.99
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Practical Handbook of Disturbed Land Revegetation

Public Policy Analytics Code and Context for Data Science in Government

Thermal Radiation An Introduction

The Cloud in IoT-enabled Spaces

High-Intensity Ultrasonics Theory and Industrial Applications

5G LTE Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT)

Bacterial Cellulose Production Scale-up and Applications

Principles of Contaminant Hydrogeology

Terahertz Astronomy

Satellite Meteorology Second Edition