Basic Photographic Materials and Processes Basic Photographic Materials and Processes describes the three crucial stages of creating the perfect photograph—capture processing and output—by providing a thorough technical investigation of modern applied photographic technologies. This new edition has been fully revised and updated to explore digital image capture processing and output. It covers a wide range of topics including: the scientific principles of measuring and recording light the inner workings of digital cameras image processing concepts color management and photographic output to screen and print media. With these topics come in-depth discussions of extending dynamic range image histograms camera characterization display capabilities printer and paper technologies. It also includes applied exercises that provide the reader with a deeper understanding of the material through hands-on experiments and demonstrations connecting theoretical concepts to real-world use. This comprehensive text provides photography students educators and working professionals with the technical knowledge required to successfully create images and manage digital photographic assets. It is an essential resource for mastering the technical craft of photography. GBP 74.99 1
How to Use SPSS A Step-By-Step Guide to Analysis and Interpretation How to Use SPSS® is designed with the novice computer user in mind and for people who have no previous experience using SPSS. Each chapter is divided into short sections that describe the statistic being used important underlying assumptions and how to interpret the results and express them in a research report. The book begins with the basics such as starting SPSS defining variables and entering and saving data. It covers all major statistical techniques typically taught in beginning statistics classes such as descriptive statistics graphing data prediction and association parametric inferential statistics nonparametric inferential statistics and statistics for test construction. More than 270 screenshots (including sample output) throughout the book show students exactly what to expect as they follow along using SPSS. The book includes a glossary of statistical terms and practice exercises. A complete set of online resources including video tutorials and output files for students and PowerPoint slides and test bank questions for instructors make How to Use SPSS® the definitive field-tested resource for learning SPSS. New to this edition: Now in full color with additional screenshots Fully updated to the reflect SPSS version 26 (and prior versions) Changes in nonparametric tests Model View incorporated Data and real output are now available for all Phrasing Results sections – eliminating hypothetical output or hypothetical data | How to Use SPSS® A Step-By-Step Guide to Analysis and Interpretation GBP 56.99 1
Power Management Integrated Circuits Power Management Integrated Circuits and Technologies delivers a modern treatise on mixed-signal integrated circuit design for power management. Comprised of chapters authored by leading researchers from industry and academia this definitive text: Describes circuit- and architectural-level innovations that meet advanced power and speed capabilities Explores hybrid inductive-capacitive converters for wide-range dynamic voltage scaling Presents innovative control techniques for single inductor dual output (SIDO) and single inductor multiple output (SIMO) converters Discusses cutting-edge design techniques including switching converters for analog/RF loads Compares the use of GaAs pHEMTs to CMOS devices for efficient high-frequency switching converters Thus Power Management Integrated Circuits and Technologies provides comprehensive state-of-the-art coverage of this exciting and emerging field of engineering. GBP 66.99 1
Longitudinal Structural Equation Modeling with Mplus A Latent State-Trait Perspective An in-depth guide to executing longitudinal confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modeling (SEM) in Mplus this book uses latent state–trait (LST) theory as a unifying conceptual framework including the relevant coefficients of consistency occasion specificity and reliability. Following a standard format chapters review the theoretical underpinnings strengths and limitations of the various models; present data examples; and demonstrate each model's application and interpretation in Mplus with numerous screen shots and output excerpts. Coverage encompasses both traditional models (autoregressive change score and growth curve models) and LST models for analyzing single- and multiple-indicator data. The book discusses measurement equivalence testing intensive longitudinal data modeling and missing data handling and provides strategies for model selection and reporting of results. User-friendly features include special-topic boxes chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading. The companion website features data sets annotated syntax files and output for all of the examples. | Longitudinal Structural Equation Modeling with Mplus A Latent State-Trait Perspective GBP 54.99 1
Interpreting and Visualizing Regression Models Using Stata Interpreting and Visualizing Regression Models Using Stata Second Edition provides clear and simple examples illustrating how to interpret and visualize a wide variety of regression models. Including over 200 figures the book illustrates linear models with continuous predictors (modeled linearly using polynomials and piecewise) interactions of continuous predictors categorical predictors interactions of categorical predictors and interactions of continuous and categorical predictors. The book also illustrates how to interpret and visualize results from multilevel models models where time is a continuous predictor models with time as a categorical predictor nonlinear models (such as logistic or ordinal logistic regression) and models involving complex survey data. The examples illustrate the use of the margins marginsplot contrast and pwcompare commands. This new edition reflects new and enhanced features added to Stata most importantly the ability to label statistical output using value labels associated with factor variables. As a result output regarding marital status is labeled using intuitive labels like Married and Unmarried instead of using numeric values such as 1 and 2. All the statistical output in this new edition capitalizes on this new feature emphasizing the interpretation of results based on variables labeled using intuitive value labels. Additionally this second edition illustrates other new features such as using transparency in graphics to more clearly visualize overlapping confidence intervals and using small sample-size estimation with mixed models. If you ever find yourself wishing for simple and straightforward advice about how to interpret and visualize regression models using Stata this book is for you. GBP 59.99 1
Magnetic Sensors and Devices Technologies and Applications This book presents in-depth coverage of magnetic sensors in industrial applications. It is divided into three sections: devices and technology for magnetic sensing industrial applications (automotive navigation) and emerging applications. Topics include transmission speed sensor ICs dynamic differential Hall ICs chopped Hall switches programmable linear output Hall sensors low power Hall ICs self-calibrating differential Hall ICs for wheel speed sensing dynamic differential Hall ICs uni- and bipolar Hall IC switches chopped mono cell Hall ICs and electromagnetic levitation. | Magnetic Sensors and Devices Technologies and Applications GBP 52.99 1
Every Fifth Child The Population of China Originally published in 1972 this book illustrates why China’s population problems are complex. It discusses at an introductory level 20th Century phenomena such as the decline in China’s death rate as a result of improved public health and medicine and the possible effects of density pressure on migration on China’s ethnic minorities and on foreign policy. It examines these issues in areas where policy and daily life cross-over: education farming manufacturing output in a country that faces huge challenges of urbanization technological education and manpower. | Every Fifth Child The Population of China GBP 80.00 1
SPICE for Power Electronics and Electric Power Power electronics can be a difficult course for students to understand and for professors to teach. Simplifying the process for both SPICE for Power Electronics and Electric Power Third Edition illustrates methods of integrating industry standard SPICE software for design verification and as a theoretical laboratory bench. Helpful PSpice Software and Program Files Available for Download Based on the author Muhammad H. Rashid’s considerable experience merging design content and SPICE into a power electronics course this vastly improved and updated edition focuses on helping readers integrate the SPICE simulator with a minimum amount of time and effort. Giving users a better understanding of the operation of a power electronics circuit the author explores the transient behavior of current and voltage waveforms for each and every circuit element at every stage. The book also includes examples of all types of power converters as well as circuits with linear and nonlinear inductors. New in this edition: Student learning outcomes (SLOs) listed at the start of each chapter Changes to run on OrCAD version 9. 2 Added VPRINT1 and IPRINT1 commands and examples Notes that identify important concepts Examples illustrating EVALUE GVALUE ETABLE GTABLE ELAPLACE GLAPLACE EFREQ and GFREQ Mathematical relations for expected outcomes where appropriate The Fourier series of the output voltages for rectifiers and inverters PSpice simulations of DC link inverters and AC voltage controllers with PWM control This book demonstrates techniques of executing power conversions and ensuring the quality of the output waveforms rather than the accurate modeling of power semiconductor devices. This approach benefits students enabling them to compare classroom results obtained with simple switch models of devices. In addition a new chapter covers multi-level converters. Assuming no prior knowledge of SPICE or PSpice simulation the text provides detailed step-by-step instructions on how to draw a schematic of a circuit execute simulations and view or plot the output results. It also includes suggestions for laboratory experiments and design problems that can be used for student homework assignments. GBP 74.99 1
Agriculture and Economic Growth in England 1650-1815 Originally published in 1967 this was the first book to discuss why agricultural supply became more ‘responsive’ and to provide broadly based evidence of the ways in which that ‘responsiveness’ may have influenced the growth of the economy. The editor chose 7 essays reprinted in full to illustrate altered perspectives of agricultural change. His substantial introduction places the beginnings of a significant rise in farm output as far back as the mid-seventeenth century and concludes that agriculture played a vital but complicated role in the economy of eighteenth-century England. | Agriculture and Economic Growth in England 1650-1815 GBP 80.00 1
IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step A Simple Guide and Reference IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step: A Simple Guide and Reference seventeenth edition takes a straightforward step-by-step approach that makes SPSS software clear to beginners and experienced researchers alike. Extensive use of four-color screen shots clear writing and step-by-step boxes guide readers through the program. Output for each procedure is explained and illustrated and every output term is defined. Exercises at the end of each chapter support students by providing additional opportunities to practice using SPSS. This book covers the basics of statistical analysis and addresses more advanced topics such as multidimensional scaling factor analysis discriminant analysis measures of internal consistency MANOVA (between- and within-subjects) cluster analysis Log-linear models logistic regression and a chapter describing residuals. The end sections include a description of data files used in exercises an exhaustive glossary suggestions for further reading and a comprehensive index. IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step is distributed in 85 countries has been an academic best seller through most of the earlier editions and has proved an invaluable aid to thousands of researchers and students. New to this edition: Screenshots explanations and step-by-step boxes have been fully updated to reflect SPSS 27 A new chapter on a priori power analysis helps researchers determine the sample size needed for their research before starting data collection. | IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step A Simple Guide and Reference GBP 66.99 1
Medical Instruments and Devices Principles and Practices Medical Instruments and Devices: Principles and Practices originates from the medical instruments and devices section of The Biomedical Engineering Handbook Fourth Edition. Top experts in the field provide material that spans this wide field. The text examines how biopotential amplifiers help regulate the quality and content of measured signals. It includes instruments and devices that span a range of physiological systems and the physiological scale: molecular cellular organ and system. The book chronicles the evolution of pacemakers and their system operation and discusses oscillometry cardiac output measurement and the direct and indirect methods of measuring cardiac output. The authors also expound on the mechanics and safety of defibrillators and cover implantable stimulators respiration and the structure and function of mechanical ventilators. In addition this text covers in depth: Anesthesia Delivery Electrosurgical Units and Devices Biomedical Lasers Measuring Cellular Traction Forces Blood Glucose Monitoring Atomic Force Microscopy Parenteral Infusion Devices Clinical Laboratory: Separation and Spectral Methods Clinical Laboratory: Nonspectral Methods and Automation Noninvasive Optical Monitoring An offshoot from the definitive bible of biomedical engineering Medical Instruments and Devices: Principles and Practices offers you state-of-the-art information on biomedical instruments and devices. This text serves practicing professionals working in the areas of medical devices and instrumentation as well as graduate students studying bioengineering instrumentation and medical devices and it provides readers with a practical foundation and a wealth of resources from well-known experts in the field. | Medical Instruments and Devices Principles and Practices GBP 52.99 1
A Chronicle of First Broadcast Performances of Musical Works in the United Kingdom 1923-1996 This title was first published in 2001. This work provides detailed information taken from the ’Programmes-as-Broadcast’ daily log of output held at the BBC Written Archives Centre in Caversham. Arranged in chronological order entries are given for broadcasts of first performances of musical works in the United Kingdom and include details of: the date of the broadcast the composer the title of the work performers and conductor. In addition to its usefulness as a reference tool the Chronicle enables us to gauge the trends in twentieth-century British musical life and the role of the BBC in their promotion. | A Chronicle of First Broadcast Performances of Musical Works in the United Kingdom 1923-1996 GBP 46.99 1
Environmental Sex Differentiation in Fish Fish constitute an important natural renewable resource and any reduction in their ability to propagate as a result of human interference may have significant socioeconomic consequences. The negative effect of human activity on sex differentiation and reproductive output in fish is so diverse that it has been difficult to encompass it in a single book. This book serves as the first attempt to do so. Unlike in mammals the expression of a host of sex differentiation genes in fish is mostly controlled by environmental factors. Not surprisingly environmental sex differentiation is ubiquitous in fish. Overexploitation by capture fisheries does not disrupt sex differentiation but crowding in aqua-farms does by reducing accessibility to food supply. Some of the man-made chemicals routinely used worldwide mimic endogenous hormones. For example endosulfan which is widely used in developing countries disrupts endogenous hormones and feminizes fish. For the first time this book views endocrine disruption from the point of labile early life and non-labile adult stages. It shows that sex can irreversibly be reversed when exposed to endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) during early labile stages but reversibly impairs reproductive output on exposure to EDCs during non-labile adult stage. A consequence of climate change elevated temperature and declining oxygen and pH levels is that it masculinises genetic female fish. Fish display a remarkable ability to postpone the labile period. Besides postponement some primary and tertiary gonochores have two distinct labile periods amenable to temperature and hormonal manipulations. Hermaphrodites have retained the period until the end of the adult stage and are capable of sex change/reversal more than once in both male and female directions. | Environmental Sex Differentiation in Fish GBP 59.99 1
Adaptive Control of Dynamic Systems with Uncertainty and Quantization This book presents a series of innovative technologies and research results on adaptive control of dynamic systems with quantization uncertainty and nonlinearity including the theoretical success and practical development such as the approaches for stability analysis the compensation of quantization the treatment of subsystem interactions and the improvement of system tracking and transient performance. Novel solutions by adopting backstepping design tools to a number of hotspots and challenging problems in the area of adaptive control are provided. In the first three chapters the general design procedures and stability analysis of backstepping controllers and the basic descriptions and properties of quantizers are introduced as preliminary knowledge for this book. In the remainder of this book adaptive control schemes are introduced to compensate for the effects of input quantization state quantization both input and state/output quantization for uncertain nonlinear systems and are applied to helicopter systems and DC Microgrid. Discussion remarks are provided in each chapter highlighting new approaches and contributions to emphasize the novelty of the presented design and analysis methods. Simulation results are also given in each chapter to show the effectiveness of these methods. This book is helpful to learn and understand the fundamental backstepping schemes for state feedback control and output feedback control. It can be used as a reference book or a textbook on adaptive quantized control for students with some background in feedback control systems. Researchers graduate students and engineers in the fields of control information and communication electrical engineering mechanical engineering computer science and others will benefit from this book. | Adaptive Control of Dynamic Systems with Uncertainty and Quantization GBP 82.99 1
Revival: Beethoven (1933) The original intention was that this book should be entirely biographical. If it be true however that out main interest is (or ought to be) in what a composer did rather than in what he was the truth applies especially to Beethoven and above all at the present time. The scheme of the book has therefore been modified so as to include a survey of his work. An attempt to make such survey cover the whole of Beethoven’s output would result in little more than a catalogue with annotations to brief as to convey hardly anything of the essential quality of the music. It seemed therefore that the limited space would be best used and the needs of the general reader more fully met by a much less rigid and comprehensive method. | Revival: Beethoven (1933) GBP 56.99 1
Principles and Practice of Structural Equation Modeling Fifth Edition Significantly revised the fifth edition of the most complete accessible text now covers all three approaches to structural equation modeling (SEM)-covariance-based SEM nonparametric SEM (Pearl’s structural causal model) and composite SEM (partial least squares path modeling). With increased emphasis on freely available software tools such as the R lavaan package the text uses data examples from multiple disciplines to provide a comprehensive understanding of all phases of SEM-what to know best practices and pitfalls to avoid. It includes exercises with answers rules to remember topic boxes and new self-tests on significance testing regression and psychometrics. The companion website supplies helpful primers on these topics as well as data syntax and output for the book's examples in files that can be opened with any basic text editor. New to This Edition *Chapters on composite SEM also called partial least squares path modeling or variance-based SEM; conducting SEM analyses in small samples; and recent developments in mediation analysis. *Coverage of new reporting standards for SEM analyses; piecewise SEM also called confirmatory path analysis; comparing alternative models fitted to the same data; and issues in multiple-group SEM. *Extended tutorials on techniques for dealing with missing data in SEM and instrumental variable methods to deal with confounding of target causal effects. Pedagogical Features *New self-tests of knowledge about background topics (significance testing regression and psychometrics) with scoring key and online primers. *End-of-chapter suggestions for further reading and exercises with answers. *Troublesome examples from real data with guidance for handling typical problems in analyses. *Topic boxes on special issues and boxed rules to remember. *Website promoting a learn-by-doing approach including data extensively annotated syntax and output files for all the book’s detailed examples. | Principles and Practice of Structural Equation Modeling Fifth Edition GBP 62.99 1
An Introduction to Acceptance Sampling and SPC with R An Introduction to Acceptance Sampling and SPC with R is an introduction to statistical methods used in monitoring controlling and improving quality. Topics covered include acceptance sampling; Shewhart control charts for Phase I studies; graphical and statistical tools for discovering and eliminating the cause of out-of-control-conditions; Cusum and EWMA control charts for Phase II process monitoring; and the design and analysis of experiments for process troubleshooting and discovering ways to improve process output. Origins of statistical quality control and the technical topics presented in the remainder of the book are those recommended in the ANSI/ASQ/ISO guidelines and standards for industry. The final chapter ties everything together by discussing modern management philosophies that encourage the use of the technical methods presented earlier. In the modern world sampling plans and the statistical calculations used in statistical quality control are done with the help of computers. As an open source high-level programming language with flexible graphical output options R runs on Windows Mac and Linux operating systems and has add-on packages that equal or exceed the capability of commercial software for statistical methods used in quality control. In this book we will focus on several R packages. In addition to demonstrating how to use R for acceptance sampling and control charts this book will concentrate on how the use of these specific tools can lead to quality improvements both within a company and within their supplier companies. This would be a suitable book for a one-semester undergraduate course emphasizing statistical quality control for engineering majors (such as manufacturing engineering or industrial engineering) or a supplemental text for a graduate engineering course that included quality control topics. GBP 48.99 1
Reproductive Technologies and Biobanking for the Conservation of Amphibians How to decelerate loss of global biodiversity is one of the greatest challenges of our generation. Reproductive technologies have enormous potential to assist the recovery of species by enhancing reproductive output facilitating genetic management and supporting reintroduction of threatened species. Of particular value are cryopreservation technologies coupled with the establishment of global gene banks to conserve in perpetuity the remaining extant genetic diversity of threatened amphibians. Reproductive Technologies and Biobanking for the Conservation of Amphibians brings together leading experts in the field to provide a comprehensive overview of current best practices summarise technological advancements and present a framework for facilitating the integration of reproductive technologies and biobanking into conservation breeding programs for threatened amphibians. It is an invaluable reference for the next generation of conservation practitioners: captive breeding facilities researchers and policy-makers involved with biodiversity conservation GBP 76.00 1
Digital Design in Action Creative Solutions for Designers Digital design is not only about creating visually appealing products and promotions; it needs to possess a practical aspect in addition to being aesthetically appealing. Digital Design in Action explores these pragmatic applications and the creative design aspects for various mediums including the web apps ePub visual presentations and PDF. Using the latest digital publishing tools and a project-based pedagogy this book includes projects ranging from real-world to experimental. Each chapter contains the perfect balance of vibrant figures techniques and applications to help guide the reader into harnessing their inner potential. Key Features Presents methodologies used to deploy layouts for multiple digital output using the latest tools and techniques Includes a supporting companion website containing digital examples plus all exercise files and supporting art Contains end-of-chapter exercises and real-world and experimental projects Structured to help design students create dynamic content in class and on the job later down the line. | Digital Design in Action Creative Solutions for Designers GBP 44.99 1
Magnetic Field Assisted Finishing Methods Applications and Process Automation This comprehensive reference text discusses the concepts of the magnetic field assisted finishing processes that range from working principles material removal mechanisms process parameters and equipment involved to the industry-specific applications. The book discusses various aspects of surface finishing including types of material to be finished types of finishing abrasives and their characteristics for material compatibility that are different from process-specific details. It covers important concepts including magnetic abrasive finishing (MAF) magnetorheological finishing (MRF) and magnetorheological abrasive flow finishing (MRAFF). Features Discusses a wide range of magnetic field assisted finishing processes in a comprehensive manner Covers different process parameters by considering their effects on the finishing output Provides process limitations to achieve optimal yield Offers numerical explanations for better selection of process parameters Discusses automation of processes with state-of-the-art technologies This book is aimed at graduate students and professionals in the fields of mechanical engineering aerospace engineering production engineering manufacturing and industrial engineering. | Magnetic Field Assisted Finishing Methods Applications and Process Automation GBP 82.99 1
Handbook of Environmental and Ecological Statistics This handbook focuses on the enormous literature applying statistical methodology and modelling to environmental and ecological processes. The 21st century statistics community has become increasingly interdisciplinary bringing a large collection of modern tools to all areas of application in environmental processes. In addition the environmental community has substantially increased its scope of data collection including observational data satellite-derived data and computer model output. The resultant impact in this latter community has been substantial; no longer are simple regression and analysis of variance methods adequate. The contribution of this handbook is to assemble a state-of-the-art view of this interface. Features:An internationally regarded editorial team. A distinguished collection of contributors. A thoroughly contemporary treatment of a substantial interdisciplinary interface. Written to engage both statisticians as well as quantitative environmental researchers. 34 chapters covering methodology ecological processes environmental exposure and statistical methods in climate science. | Handbook of Environmental and Ecological Statistics GBP 66.99 1
Introduction to Python for Science and Engineering Series in Computational PhysicsSteven A. Gottlieb and Rubin H. Landau Series Editors Introduction to Python for Science and Engineering This guide offers a quick and incisive introduction to Python programming for anyone. The author has carefully developed a concise approach to using Python in any discipline of science and engineering with plenty of examples practical hints and insider tips. Readers will see why Python is such a widely appealing program and learn the basics of syntax data structures input and output plotting conditionals and loops user-defined functions curve fitting numerical routines animation and visualization. The author teaches by example and assumes no programming background for the reader. David J. Pine is the Silver Professor and Professor of Physics at New York University and Chair of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering. He is an elected fellow of the American Physical Society and American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and is a Guggenheim Fellow. GBP 52.99 1
The Routledge History of Latin American Culture The Routledge History of Latin American Culture delves into the cultural history of Latin America from the end of the colonial period to the twentieth century focusing on the formation of national racial and ethnic identity the culture of resistance the effects of Eurocentrism and the process of cultural hybridity to show how the people of Latin America have participated in the making of their own history. The selections from an interdisciplinary group of scholars range widely across the geographic spectrum of the Latin American world and forms of cultural production. Exploring the means and meanings of cultural production the essays illustrate the myriad ways in which cultural output illuminates political and social themes in Latin American history. From religion to food from political resistance to artistic representation this handbook showcases the work of scholars from the forefront of Latin American cultural history creating an essential reference volume for any scholar of modern Latin America. GBP 44.99 1
Digital Video Editing with Final Cut Express The Real-World Guide to Set Up and Workflow Suitable for those new to nonlinear editing as well as experienced editors new to Final Cut Express this book is an introduction to Apple's editing software package and the digital video format in general. You will come away with not only an in-depth knowledge of how to use Final Cut Express but also a deeper understanding of the craft of editing and the underlying technical processes that will serve you well in future projects. Workflow editing techniques compositing special effects audio tools and output are explained in clear jargon-free terms. The book's emphasis is always on using Final Cut Express in the real world and as such it is the only book to go beyond the interface to address crucial issues like proper setup system configuration hardware the Mac operating system what equipment to purchase and troubleshooting common problems. Armed with this information you will sidestep problems and complete projects of exceptional quality. | Digital Video Editing with Final Cut Express The Real-World Guide to Set Up and Workflow GBP 51.99 1
Spanish Horror Film and Television in the 21st Century This book provides an up-to-date in-depth survey of 21st-century Spanish horror film and media exploring both aesthetics and industrial dynamics. It offers detailed analysis of contemporary films and TV series as well as novel approaches to key works within the history of Spanish cinema. While addressing the specificities of the Spanish landscape this volume also situates the national cinematic output within the international arena understanding film production and reception as continuously changing processes in which a variety of economic social and cultural factors intervene. The book first analyzes the main horror trends emerging in the early 2000s then approaches genre hybridization and the rise of new filmmakers since the 2010s with a special focus on gender issues and the reconfiguration of the past before addressing the impact of streaming services within the Spanish film panorama from a production and distribution standpoint. This book will be of keen interest to scholars and students in the areas of film studies media studies TV studies horror Spanish cultural studies and production studies. | Spanish Horror Film and Television in the 21st Century GBP 48.99 1