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Electromagnetics for Electrical Machines

Electromagnetics for Electrical Machines

Electromagnetics for Electrical Machines offers a comprehensive yet accessible treatment of the linear theory of electromagnetics and its application to the design of electrical machines. Leveraging valuable classroom insight gained by the authors during their impressive and ongoing teaching careers this text emphasizes concepts rather than numerical methods providing presentation/project problems at the end of each chapter to enhance subject knowledge. Highlighting the essence of electromagnetic field (EMF) theory and its correlation with electrical machines this book:Reviews Maxwell’s equations and scalar and vector potentialsDescribes the special cases leading to the Laplace Poisson’s eddy current and wave equationsExplores the utility of the uniqueness generalized Poynting Helmholtz and approximation theoremsDiscusses the Schwarz–Christoffel transformation as well as the determination of airgap permeanceAddresses the skin effects in circular conductors and eddy currents in solid and laminated iron coresContains examples relating to the slot leakage inductance of rotating electrical machines transformer leakage inductance and theory of hysteresis machinesPresents analyses of EMFs in laminated-rotor induction machines three-dimensional field analyses for three-phase solid rotor induction machines and moreElectromagnetics for Electrical Machines makes an ideal text for postgraduate-level students of electrical engineering as well as of physics and electronics and communication engineering. It is also a useful reference for research scholars concerned with problems involving electromagnetics.

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Coordinate Measuring Machines and Systems

Coordinate Measuring Machines and Systems

Since John Bosch edited and published the first version of this book in 1995 the world of manufacturing and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and coordinate measuring systems (CMSs) has changed considerably. However the basic physics of the machines has not changed in essence but have become more deeply understood. Completely revised and updated to reflect the change that have taken place in the last sixteen years Coordinate Measuring Machines and Systems Second Edition covers the evolution of measurements and development of standards the use of CMMs probing systems algorithms and filters performance and financial evaluations and accuracy. See What’s New in the Second Edition: Explores the rising expectations of the user for operator interfaces ease of use algorithms speed communications and computational capabilities Details the expansion of machines such as the non-Cartesian CMM in market share and their increase in accuracy and utility Discusses changes in probing systems and the number of points they can deliver to ever more sophisticated software Examines the pressures created by new applications to improve machine performance The book features two new editors one from academia and one from a metrology intensive user industry many new authors and known experts who have grown with the field since the last version. Furnishing case studies from a wide range of installations the book details how CMMs can best be applied to gain a competitive advantage in a variety of business settings.

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Contracting for Services in State and Local Government Agencies Best Practices for Public Procurement

Contracting for Services in State and Local Government Agencies Best Practices for Public Procurement

Contracting for Services in State and Local Government Agencies: Best Practices for Public Procurement Third Edition provides state-of-the-art tools for best practice in the procurement of services at state and local levels throughout the procurement cycle. Including lively case studies and research conducted with state and local agencies across the United States this award-winning book provides management advice and tips on compliance to reduce costs select the best-qualified contractors manage contractors’ performance and prevent corruption and waste. Utilizing the results of new research across states cities counties and institutes of higher learning this third edition offers 18 all-new best-practice documents as well as updated methodologies and templates including but not limited to: a full-length and short form request for proposal (RFP) a full-length and short form pro forma contract (PFC) a letter contract a sample estimate at completion a contract amendment template and a form for evaluation of proposals. Special consideration is given to obtaining services and products during states of emergency. Several additional resources for instructors and professionals are available online including templates and PowerPoint slides. The roadmap and templates contained in this book and available online to readers will prove essential to state and local government agency contracting professionals and other officials and employees called upon to participate in the drafting of solicitations writing sole source justifications writing scopes of work serving on advance contract planning and source selection teams recommending award of contracts or assisting in the management of those contracts. | Contracting for Services in State and Local Government Agencies Best Practices for Public Procurement

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Advanced Design and Implementation of Virtual Machines

Advanced Design and Implementation of Virtual Machines

Along with the increasingly important runtime engines pervasive in our daily-life computing there is a strong demand from the software community for a solid presentation on the design and implementation of modern virtual machines including the Java virtual machine JavaScript engine and Android execution engine. The community expects to see not only formal algorithm description but also pragmatic code snippets; to understand not only research topics but also engineering solutions. This book meets these demands by providing a unique description that combines high level design with low level implementations and academic advanced topics with commercial solutions. This book takes a holistic approach to the design of VM architecture with contents organized into a consistent framework introducing topics and algorithms in an easily understood step by step process. It focuses on the critical aspects of VM design which are often overlooked in other works such as runtime helpers stack unwinding and native interface. The algorithms are fully illustrated in figures and implemented in easy to digest code snippets making the abstract concepts tangible and programmable for system software developers. | Advanced Design and Implementation of Virtual Machines

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Modeling Software with Finite State Machines A Practical Approach

Modeling Software with Finite State Machines A Practical Approach

Modeling Software with Finite State Machines: A Practical Approach explains how to apply finite state machines to software development. It provides a critical analysis of using finite state machines as a foundation for executable specifications to reduce software development effort and improve quality. This book discusses the design of a state machine and of a system of state machines. It also presents a detailed analysis of development issues relating to behavior modeling with design examples and design rules for using finite state machines. This volume describes a coherent and well-tested framework for generating reliable software for even the most complex tasks. The authors demonstrate that the established practice of using a specification as a basis for coding is wrong. Divided into three parts this book opens by delivering the authors' expert opinions on software covering the evolution of development as well as costs methods programmers and the development cycle. The remaining two parts encourage the use of state machines: promoting the virtual finite state machine (Vfsm) method and the StateWORKS development tools. | Modeling Software with Finite State Machines A Practical Approach

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Best Practices for Environmental Health Environmental Pollution Protection Quality and Sustainability

Best Practices for Environmental Health Environmental Pollution Protection Quality and Sustainability

In a present where there are countless opportunities for the spread of exotic diseases the expansion and creation of far more illness in our global population through globalization and rapid transportation and the contamination of water air and land we find ourselves accountable. In this day and age we are confronted by global warming Ebola the Zika virus lead in our water supply enormous problems of infrastructure including aging sewer lines water lines electrical grids roads and bridges and the list goes on and on. Best Practices for Environmental Health: Environmental Pollution Protection Quality and Sustainability is a one source major response to all of the environmental issues that affect global health and the worldwide protection and preservation of the natural environment. It compiles broad-based and comprehensive coverage of environmental topics broken down by specialized fields. Topics range from children’s environmental health to food protection and technology water and waste systems infection control bioterrorism and pandemic health emergencies and HAZMAT. Plus it includes an overview of the current state of the profession and sections on programmatic techniques. This book helps solve the problems of disease and injury by presenting expert evidence-based best practices. This first of the kind handbook is essential reading for all environmental and public health undergraduate students as well as a fantastic overview for professionals in all environmental health pollution and protection areas. | Best Practices for Environmental Health Environmental Pollution Protection Quality and Sustainability

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The Handbook of Communication Training A Best Practices Framework for Assessing and Developing Competence

The Handbook of Communication Training A Best Practices Framework for Assessing and Developing Competence

Communication remains a significant topic for job acquisition development and advancement. As such there are no shortage of classes seminars and books written on the subject. However there are few designed for the corporate consultant that are not aligned with some proprietary system traditional academic classrooms or author’s speculation. These tend to be either inaccessible questionable in their content or specifically aligned with the producers’ interests. So where can the Communication trainers and consultants go to focus on fundamental touchstone research and practices? The Handbook of Communication Training is a powerful template and first of its kind for communication practitioners and academicians who wish to strengthen their professional capabilities. It also acts as a guide and standard for consumers and clients of these services. The chapters within are an outgrowth of the National Communication Association’s Training & Development Division’s desire to provide guidance structure and support for members and non-members alike. It is specifically targeted at those pursuing best practices regarding communication consulting coaching teaching and training. The 7 Best Practices presented in this book represent capabilities that are foundational to the effective transfer of communication promotion and skill enhancement. As such these practices and supporting chapters should appeal to novice and experts alike. | The Handbook of Communication Training A Best Practices Framework for Assessing and Developing Competence

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Family School Community Engagement and Partnerships Theory and Best Practices

Family School Community Engagement and Partnerships Theory and Best Practices

How can colleges and schools support the inclusion of family school and community engagement curricula in teacher and administrator preparation programs? The contributions in this book try to answer this question with contributors describing their experiences their programs and their support for the goal of enhancing parental involvement and engagement in Schools and Colleges of Education. The authors and researchers such as Joyce Epstein who is the foremost researcher on the topic have the knowledge and expertise in family school and community engagement and partnerships from both theory and best practice perspectives. The book is designed to be interactive and readers are encouraged to engage themselves in the conversation. Readers are invited to e-mail any of the editors to discuss the questions posed. This book was originally published as a special issue of Teaching Education. | Family School Community Engagement and Partnerships Theory and Best Practices

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The Web Accessibility Project Development and Testing Best Practices

The Web Accessibility Project Development and Testing Best Practices

Approximately 15% of the global population is affected by some sort of disability according to the World Report on Disability. Many C-Suite executives perceive digital accessibility (DA) as an endless task. Among the engineering leaders one in four leaders are reliant on very limited knowledge about digital accessibility. Many countries are increasing their legislative efforts to make web accessibility an important part in web development and testing of software releases. Numerous organizations are facing extreme turbulence when not adhering to international accessibility guidelines while developing their software’s and website applications. Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) is a global guide on accessibility recommendations that are developed through the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to help organizations to meet minimum standard accessibility guidelines. It has become critical for every organization to focus on implementing the accessibility checks at every stage of their application development to avoid costly mistakes. Meanwhile the need for front-end engineers and Quality Assurance (QA) test analysts to learn WCAG best practices is immensely important for the growing need to incorporate accessibility-focused inclusive design development and extensive accessibility testing which are essential for most of the customer-facing websites. In a fast-paced world incorporating shift left accessibility within development and testing is the new normal. The Web Accessibility Project: Development and Testing Best Practices helps developers address right accessibility attributes to user interface (UI) components. It also helps developers focus on developing manual and automation tests for QA professionals to inject accessibility audit accessibility functional tests and accessibility automation tests as part of their Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI/CD) models. The book is filled with readily usable best practices to adapt web accessibility early in application development. By applying the accessibility best practices covered in this book developers can help their organizations rise to a whole new level of accessibility adherence innovation and inclusive design. They will also see greater work satisfaction in their professional lives and a way to help improve digital accessibility for end users. | The Web Accessibility Project Development and Testing Best Practices

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Best Management Practices for Drip Irrigated Crops

Best Management Practices for Drip Irrigated Crops

This book focuses on best management practices for drip irrigated crops. It cover irrigation methods scheduling of micro irrigation and mulching and crop performance. Micro irrigation techniques with diverse crops are discussed including sweet pepper chili tomatoes cauliflower wheat sweet peas sugarcane and potatoes. The performance of the various techniques has been tested and evaluated in the field. Written by experts on micro irrigation this valuable book is a must-have for micro irrigation professionals as well as advanced students.

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Communicating Construction Insight Experience and Best Practice

Communicating Construction Insight Experience and Best Practice

This book is a wide-ranging exploration of PR and communication in the construction industry with a strong emphasis on communications theory strategy and technique. The editors begin with an introduction to the UK construction industry and its supply chains as well as various elements of PR in relation to the construction process. Subsequent chapters provide a strategic overview practical examples success stories case studies and personal perspectives on PR for different parts of the built environment and reputational issues in construction. Chapters include expert advice on communications for architecture planning building consultancy building products and manufacturers general and specialist contractors construction technology infrastructure and communicating sustainability in the built environment. The conclusion looks at the current and upcoming reputational priorities for communicators in construction as well as the top ten priorities for implementing PR as a strategic management discipline in the industry. This book is essential reading for all construction PR teams students studying both for built environment and PR/marketing degrees and CPD courses and anyone working in the built environment sector who needs to consider PR and marketing as part of their role. | Communicating Construction Insight Experience and Best Practice

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Teaching Exceptional Children Foundations and Best Practices in Early Childhood Special Education

Teaching Exceptional Children Foundations and Best Practices in Early Childhood Special Education

Teaching Exceptional Children is the ideal textbook for introductory graduate and undergraduate courses on early childhood special education and teaching in inclusive classrooms. Bayat’s clear and accessible writing the text’s visually appealing design and the focused pedagogy included in each chapter help make it possible for students and instructors to cover a significant amount of material. This powerful text identifies specific behavioral characteristics and presents theoretical information grounded in neuroscience and child development research for a wide range of disabilities. Chapters provide research-based best practices for effectively working with children with various disabilities in inclusive classrooms. This third edition has been fully updated with recent research and includes new sections on Universal Design for Learning adaptations technology and common challenges in inclusive early childhood classrooms. This book is also accompanied by a robust collection of online resources for instructors and students providing full support including a Companion Website featuring an Instructor's Manual with additional ideas for assignments and projects web and video links with reflection questions a test bank and lecture slides; and an eBook+ offering interactive links to videos glossary terms and more! | Teaching Exceptional Children Foundations and Best Practices in Early Childhood Special Education

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Virtual Reality Filmmaking Techniques & Best Practices for VR Filmmakers

Virtual Reality Filmmaking Techniques & Best Practices for VR Filmmakers

Virtual Reality Filmmaking presents a comprehensive guide to the use of virtual reality in filmmaking including narrative documentary live event production and more. Written by Celine Tricart a filmmaker and an expert in new technologies the book provides a hands-on guide to creative filmmaking in this exciting new medium and includes coverage on how to make a film in VR from start to finish. Topics covered include: The history of VR; VR cameras; Game engines and interactive VR; The foundations of VR storytelling; Techniques for shooting in live action VR; VR postproduction and visual effects; VR distribution; Interviews with experts in the field including the Emmy-winning studios Felix & Paul and Oculus Story Studio Wevr Viacom Fox Sports Sundance’s New Frontier and more. | Virtual Reality Filmmaking Techniques & Best Practices for VR Filmmakers

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Environmental Impact Assessment A Guide to Best Professional Practices

Environmental Impact Assessment A Guide to Best Professional Practices

Under the best of circumstances preparing an environmental impact assessment (EIA) can be a complex and challenging task. Experience indicates that the scope and quality of such analyses varies widely throughout the U. S. as well as internationally. Written to help practitioners and decision-makers apply best professional practices in the development of EIAs Environmental Impact Assessment: A Guide to Best Professional Practices provides an in depth yet practical direction for developing a defensible analysis that meets best professional practices. The book describes preparation of five distinct types of assessments: Cumulative Impact Assessment (CIA) Preparing Greenhouse Emission Assessments Preparing Risk Assessments and Accident Analyses Social Impact Assessment (SIA) and Environmental Justice The International Environmental Impact Assessment Process Guiding Principles To date there is significant variation and disagreement about how such analyses should be prepared. The author introduces best professional practices (BPP) for preparing such EIAs that is intended to meet decision-making and regulatory expectations. He supplies a comprehensive and balanced skill set of tools techniques concepts principles and practices for preparing these assessments. He also includes directions for developing a comprehensive Environmental Management Systems which can be used to monitor and implement final decisions for such analyses. While the book references the U. S. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) most of this guidance is generally applicable to any international EIA process consistent with NEPA. With thorough coverage of all aspects of assessments the book presents a theoretical introduction to the subject as well as practical guidance. It delivers state-of-the-art tools techniques and approaches for resolving EIA problems. | Environmental Impact Assessment A Guide to Best Professional Practices

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Management Options in Breast Cancer Case Histories Best Practice and Clinical Decision-Making

Management Options in Breast Cancer Case Histories Best Practice and Clinical Decision-Making

Management Options in Breast Cancer is the only comprehensive resource devoted to exploring the systematic approach to breast cancer diagnosis surgery and postoperative care. This guide is an ideal tool for oncologists pathologists radiologists and gynecologists seeking alternative management options for breast cancer. In addition trainees will find this text a valuable reference for learning the basic principles and clinical guidelines of the field. Key features in this stand-alone text: an international review of the management options in the field of breast cancer clinical practice case-based examples designed to aid in optimal clinician decision-making two chapters devoted to rarely-explored topics: male breast cancer and geriatric breast cancer | Management Options in Breast Cancer Case Histories Best Practice and Clinical Decision-Making

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Best Practices in Professional Learning and Teacher Preparation Professional Development for Teachers of the Gifted in the Content Areas: Vol. 3

Best Practices in Professional Learning and Teacher Preparation Professional Development for Teachers of the Gifted in the Content Areas: Vol. 3

Several states offer additional teacher preparation programs by providing either an endorsement or certification in the field but these are often pursued by teachers specifically enrolled in gifted coursework rather than in general education programs. Practitioners and researchers agree that time and energy should be spent on training teachers in how to address the needs of gifted and talented students both within the regular classroom and in specialized programs. This three-book series acknowledges this need and provides specific strategies for professional development in a variety of settings using various methods. Drawing on both literature in the field and research-based best practices in professional learning this series provides the reader with a foundation for designing and implementing effective professional development experiences for educators working with gifted learners. This volume: Provides strategies and curricular materials/resources for working with gifted learners in specific content areas (i. e. mathematics science social studies literacy languages and the arts). Discusses the importance of training teachers to use high-quality curriculum. Builds off of research on talent development cultural awareness and social justice in education. Details instructional strategies that are appropriate for challenging gifted learners including developing growth mindset. A service publication of the National Association for Gifted Children (Washington DC) This designation indicates that this book has been jointly developed with NAGC and that this book passes the highest standards of scholarship research and practice. | Best Practices in Professional Learning and Teacher Preparation Professional Development for Teachers of the Gifted in the Content Areas: Vol. 3

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Best Practices in Literacy Instruction Seventh Edition

Best Practices in Literacy Instruction Seventh Edition

This authoritative text and PreK-12 teacher resource is now in a substantially revised seventh edition with 80% new material foregrounding advances in inclusive equitable instruction. Teachers are guided through every major component of reading as well as assessment motivation teaching bilingual learners strengthening connections with families and communities and more. The book presents principles and strategies for teaching literature and nonfiction texts organizing and differentiating instruction supporting struggling readers and promoting digital literacy. Pedagogical features include chapter-opening bulleted previews of key points; reviews of the research evidence; recommendations for best practices in action with examples from exemplary classrooms; and end-of-chapter engagement activities. New to This Edition *Chapter on culturally responsive teaching plus more attention to social justice and equity throughout. *Chapter on supporting students in the “invisible middle. ” *Important new focus on social and emotional learning (SEL). *All chapters thoroughly revised or rewritten to reflect current research theory and instructional practices. | Best Practices in Literacy Instruction Seventh Edition

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Wind Energy Systems Solutions for Power Quality and Stabilization

Wind Energy Systems Solutions for Power Quality and Stabilization

Unlike conventional power plants wind plants emit no air pollutants or greenhouse gases—and wind energy is a free renewable resource. However the induction machines commonly used as wind generators have stability problems similar to the transient stability of synchronous machines. To minimize power frequency and voltage fluctuations caused by network faults or random wind speed variations control mechanisms are necessary. Wind Energy Systems: Solutions for Power Quality and Stabilization clearly explains how to solve stability and power quality issues of wind generator systems. Covering fundamental concepts of wind energy conversion systems the book discusses several means to enhance the transient stability of wind generator systems. It also explains the methodologies for minimizing fluctuations of power frequency and voltage. Topics covered include: An overview of wind energy and wind energy conversion systems Fundamentals of electric machines and power electronics Types of wind generator systems Challenges in integrating wind power into electricity grids Solutions for power quality problems Methods for improving transient stability during network faults Methods for minimizing power fluctuations of variable-speed wind generator systems This accessible book helps researchers and engineers understand the relative effectiveness of each method and select a suitable tool for wind generator stabilization. It also offers students an introduction to wind energy conversion systems providing insights into important grid integration and stability issues. | Wind Energy Systems Solutions for Power Quality and Stabilization

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Preparing NEPA Environmental Assessments A User’s Guide to Best Professional Practices

Preparing NEPA Environmental Assessments A User’s Guide to Best Professional Practices

Although upwards of 50 000 environmental assessments (EAs) are prepared annually—compared to some 500 environmental impact statements (EISs)—the focus of U. S. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulations is on defining requirements for preparing EISs. Written by Charles Eccleston and J. Peyton Doub who have established themselves among the top environmental experts in the world Preparing NEPA Environmental Assessments: A User’s Guide to Best Professional Practices fills the need for an authoritative and comprehensive guide on how to prepare EAs. Bridging the regulatory gap this book identifies relevant EIS regulatory requirements that can be logically interpreted to also apply to EAs. It compiles and synthesizes information scattered throughout NEPA’s regulations executive orders and guidance documents and incorporates case law to provide additional clarification. The authors also draw on the professional experiences and best professional practices (BPP) of NEPA practitioners. From the fundamentals to more advanced topics the book presents a consistent methodology to help beginners students and professionals manage analyze and write legally sufficient EAs. It addresses dilemmas that have traditionally plagued preparation of EAs provides BPPs tools and approaches for resolving problems and introduces methods for streamlining the EA process. Building on Eccleston’s previous guide to EAs Effective Environmental Assessments: How to Manage and Prepare NEPA Assessments (2001) this book reflects the rapid changes in government policy over the past ten years. An indispensable source of practical information it provides readers with step-by-step direction and best practices for preparing defensible EAs. | Preparing NEPA Environmental Assessments A User’s Guide to Best Professional Practices

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Equipment Management in the Post-Maintenance Era Advancing in the Era of Smart Machines

Equipment Management in the Post-Maintenance Era Advancing in the Era of Smart Machines

Recent advancements in information systems and computer technology have led to developments in equipment and robotic technology that have permanently changed the characteristics of manufacturing equipment. Equipment Management in the Post-Maintenance Era: Advancing in the Era of Smart Machines introduces a new way of thinking to help high-tech organizations manage an increasingly complex equipment base. It also facilitates the fundamental understanding of equipment management those in traditional industries will need to prepare for the emerging microchip era in equipment. Kern Peng shares insights gained through decades of managing equipment performance. Using a systems model to analyze equipment management he introduces alternatives in equipment management that are currently gaining momentum in high-tech industries. The book highlights the fundamental internal flaw in maintenance organizational setup presents new approaches to replace maintenance functional setup and illustrates a time-tested transformation and implementation process to help transition your organization from the maintenance era to the new post-maintenance era. Fundamentally it: Breaks down the history of equipment into five phases Provides a clear understanding of equipment management fundamentals and Introduces alternatives in equipment management beyond the mainstream principles of maintenance management. More specifically the book examines maintenance management logistics including planning and budgeting; training and people development; customer services and management; vendor management; and inventory management. Supplying a comprehensive look at the history of equipment management it analyzes current maintenance practice and details approaches that can significantly improve the effectiveness and efficiency of your equipment management well into the future. This second edition addresses the role of the development of the Internet of Things (IoT) and significant advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in enabling a new generation of smart machines which have in turn laid the foundation for Industry 4. 0. Equipment utilizing IoT and sensors can monitor components and allow them to be serviced at an exact time without the need for a preventive maintenance schedule. Moreover equipment replacement rarely occurs at the end of the piece of equipment’s natural life; rather replacement is driven by the introduction of new technologies and products all of which lead to less maintenance activities and reduces the importance of the traditional maintenance function. Maintenance departments today operate with fewer employees and smaller budgets. At a point when machines are smart enough to keep themselves running or equipment is rendered obsolete by better equipment in a short time such as with computers and cellphones companies do not need a maintenance department. This updated edition reiterates the importance of transitioning to the post-maintenance era to effectively manage today’s sophisticated smart yet expensive equipment. Many changes the author predicted a decade ago are accelerating in the IoT era. Equipment management is moving further away from the maintenance era and advancing deeper into the post-maintenance era. The trend for smart machines is very clear and companies that do not upgrade their equipment will lose their competitiveness. As equipment and factories become smarter companies must change their practices and organizational structures to manage the new generation of equipment for Industry 4. 0. | Equipment Management in the Post-Maintenance Era Advancing in the Era of Smart Machines

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Citizen Science for Coastal and Marine Conservation

Citizen Science for Coastal and Marine Conservation

In recent years citizen science has emerged as a powerful new concept to enable the general public students and volunteers to become involved in scientific research. A prime example is in biodiversity conservation where data collection and monitoring can be greatly enhanced through citizen participation. This is the first book to provide much needed guidance and case studies from marine and coastal conservation. The novelty and rapid expansion of the field has created a demand for the discussion of key issues and the development of best practices. The book demonstrates the utility and feasibility as well as limitations of using marine and coastal citizen science for conservation and by providing critical considerations (i. e. which questions and systems are best suited for citizen science) presents recommendations for best practices for successful marine and coastal citizen science projects. A range of case studies for example on monitoring of seabird populations invasive species plastics pollution and the impacts of climate change from different parts of the world is included. Also included are discussions on engaging youth indigenous communities and divers and snorkelers as citizen scientists as well as best practices on communication within citizen science building trust with stakeholders and informing marine policy as part of this exciting and empowering way of improving marine and coastal conservation. . | Citizen Science for Coastal and Marine Conservation

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Mechatronic Systems and Process Automation Model-Driven Approach and Practical Design Guidelines

Mechatronic Systems and Process Automation Model-Driven Approach and Practical Design Guidelines

The book discusses the concept of process automation and mechatronic system design while offering a unified approach and methodology for the modeling analysis automation and control networking monitoring and sensing of various machines and processes from single electrical-driven machines to large-scale industrial process operations. This step-by-step guide covers design applications from various engineering disciplines (mechanical chemical electrical computer biomedical) through real-life mechatronics problems and industrial automation case studies with topics such as manufacturing power grid cement production wind generator oil refining incubator etc. Provides step-by-step procedures for the modeling analysis control and automation networking monitoring and sensing of single electrical-driven machines to large-scale industrial process operations. Presents model-based theory and practice guidelines for mechatronics system and process automation design. Includes worked examples in every chapter and numerous end-of-chapter real-life exercises problems and case studies. | Mechatronic Systems and Process Automation Model-Driven Approach and Practical Design Guidelines

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Vibro-Acoustics Fundamentals and Applications

Vibro-Acoustics Fundamentals and Applications

The subject of vibro-acoustics is important for the design of machine elements and structures to minimize sound generated by them. For better machine designing it is necessary for machine designers (mechanical engineers) to have a thorough knowledge of vibro-acoustics. Furthermore since the design cycles of machines have become shorter designers will have to design quiet machines at the drawing-board stage rather than applying band-aid techniques after the machine has been built. Although there is common ground in the treatment of acoustics the subject of vibration is not very fortunate. Those interested in low-frequency vibration are generally concerned with the modal approach of using natural frequencies and mode shapes whereas those interested in vibro-acoustics in medium and high frequencies are generally concerned with the wave approach. Since both modal and wave approaches have their advantages it is a good idea to study both together to get the best out of them. This is useful for a better understanding the physics of vibro-acoustics. Written for students and professionals interested in gaining knowledge this book systematically integrates the relevant aspects of vibro-acoustics from various viewpoints. | Vibro-Acoustics Fundamentals and Applications

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Net-Zero and Positive Energy Communities Best Practice Guidance Based on the ZERO-PLUS Project Experience

Net-Zero and Positive Energy Communities Best Practice Guidance Based on the ZERO-PLUS Project Experience

This book presents a methodology for the design construction monitoring optimization and post-occupancy evaluation of net-zero and positive-energy communities based on the experiences gained in the EU Horizon 2020 ZERO-PLUS project. It describes the steps tools and methods developed during the project providing practical information for the energy and construction sector that will be of interest to students engineers architects developers and professionals working around high performance architecture and sustainable communities. Through the ZERO-PLUS project a consortium of 32 partners from eight countries including academic institutions technology providers architects and construction companies designed four communities covering completely different geo-climatic regions construction practices and cultural backgrounds in Cyprus Italy France and the UK. The communities were designed optimized constructed monitored handed over to tenants post-occupancy evaluated and troubleshooted through a system of continuous collaboration and data acquisition. This book presents these case studies and shows how the project targets of reducing electricity consumption below 20 kWh/m2/y increasing electricity production from Renewable Energy Systems to over 50 kWh/m2/y and at cheaper costs when compared to current zero-energy buildings were reached and surpassed. These cases demonstrate that a holistic and interactive approach to design and construction can bring communities a high standard of sustainability. The key features of the book include: Practical guidance drawn from the interdisciplinary international and remote cooperation between experts from academia and industry across the construction sector A survey of the state-of-the-art on net-zero and positive-energy communities including the experience and the lessons learned from previous projects and from the ZERO-PLUS project Descriptions of novel emerging renewable energy technologies integrated into real case study communities to achieve the energy generation target of the communities A comprehensive set of approaches tools guidelines best practices challenges and lessons learned from the five-year ZERO-PLUS project and the completion of four residential case studies to inform the reader of how to achieve affordable net-zero energy communities Four typologies of residential communities located in different climatic conditions are presented touching on the critical aspects of the design construction monitoring and occupancy phase A discussion of future trends for developing communities that are more liveable accessible and sustainable and which can comply with new energy policies in a way that is affordable for the owners and residents. | Net-Zero and Positive Energy Communities Best Practice Guidance Based on the ZERO-PLUS Project Experience

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Machinery Condition Monitoring Principles and Practices

Machinery Condition Monitoring Principles and Practices

Find the Fault in the Machines Drawing on the author’s more than two decades of experience with machinery condition monitoring and consulting for industries in India and abroad Machinery Condition Monitoring: Principles and Practices introduces the practicing engineer to the techniques used to effectively detect and diagnose faults in machines. Providing the working principle behind the instruments the important elements of machines as well as the technique to understand their conditions this text presents every available method of machine fault detection occurring in machines in general and rotating machines in particular. A Single-Source Solution for Practice Machinery Conditioning Monitoring Since vibration is one of the most widely used fault detection techniques the book offers an assessment of vibration analysis and rotor-dynamics. It also covers the techniques of wear and debris analysis and motor current signature analysis to detect faults in rotating mechanical systems as well as thermography the nondestructive test NDT techniques (ultrasonics and radiography) and additional methods. The author includes relevant case studies from his own experience spanning over the past 20 years and detailing practical fault diagnosis exercises involving various industries ranging from steel and cement plants to gas turbine driven frigates. While mathematics is kept to a minimum he also provides worked examples and MATLAB® codes. This book contains 15 chapters and provides topical information that includes: A brief overview of the maintenance techniques Fundamentals of machinery vibration and rotor dynamics Basics of signal processing and instrumentation which are essential for monitoring the health of machines Requirements of vibration monitoring and noise monitoring Electrical machinery faults Thermography for condition monitoring Techniques of wear debris analysis and some of the nondestructive test (NDT) techniques for condition monitoring like ultrasonics and radiography Machine tool condition monitoring Engineering failure analysis Several case studies mostly on failure analysis from the author’s consulting experience Machinery Condition Monitoring: Principles and Practices presents the latest techniques in fault diagnosis and prognosis provides many real-life practical examples and empowers you to diagnose the faults in machines all on your own. | Machinery Condition Monitoring Principles and Practices

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