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Book SynopsisThis book introduces physics to a first year undergraduate in the language of mathematics. As such it aims to give a mathematical foundation to the physics taught pre-university, as well as extending it to the skills and disciplines approached during a first degree course in physical science or engineering. It bridges two gaps in modern education - between the level of difficulty in pre-university study and undergraduate study, and between mathematics and physics. Many of the concepts are revised or introduced in the course of ''workshop'' questions which are an integral part of the text. Fully explained solutions to these workshops are given as a substantial appendix to the book. The student will be enabled to study classical mechanics in terms of vector calculus, fields in terms of line and surface integrals, oscillations and waves in terms of complex exponentials and so on. As far as we are aware, this book is unique in its aim, its content, and its approach.Trade ReviewThis book is highly recommended for first-year undergraduate students. * Contemporary Physics *The gap in knowledge and understanding between A-level exit and University entrance in Physics and Engineering has long been a concern to both school teachers and University tutors. 'The Language of Physics' is thus warmly to be welcomed, filling as it does the growing divide between general A-level texts and specialised undergraduate books. 6th formers wanting to prepare for University entrance in the applied mathematical and physical sciences should read 'The Language of Physics' to open their eyes to the sheer beauty of their subject, presented here in a straightforward and elegant manner. Confused first year science undergraduates will also find it invaluable in piecing together a wide range of seemingly disparate topics in a stylish and concise way. * Stephen Payne, University of Oxford *This is an excellently written textbook that explains very clearly how to describe physical processes in terms of mathematics. This is an essential skill that undergraduates need to acquire and there are many illuminating problems given on mechanics, fields, rotation, oscillations and waves, circuits, and thermal physics. While it is principally aimed at first year undergraduates in physics or engineering, it would also be a very useful preparatory textbook for students about to start at university. It is highly recommended. * Nick Jelley, University of Oxford *Table of Contents1. Linear Mechanics ; 2. Fields ; 3. Rotation ; 4. Oscillations & Waves ; 5. Circuits ; 6. Thermal Physics ; 7. Miscellany ; 8. Summary of Equations ; Workshop Solutions

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Book SynopsisFocusing primarily on core topics in mechanical and electrical science, students enrolled on a wide range of higher education engineering courses at undergraduate level will find Engineering Science, second edition, an invaluable aid to their learning.With updated and expanded content, this new edition covers sections on the mechanics of materials, dynamics, thermodynamics, electrostatics and electromagnetic principles, and a.c./d.c. circuit theory. Entirely new sections are devoted to the study of gyroscopes and the effect of applied torques on their behaviour, and the use of Laplace transformation as a tool for modelling complex networks of inductance, capacitance and resistance. In addition, a new overview of the decibel (dB) introduces a handy technique for expressing logarithmic ratios.Knowledge-check and review questions, along with activities, are included throughout the book, and the necessary background mathematics is integrated alongside the appropriatTable of ContentsPreface PART I MECHANICS OF MATERIALS 1 Fundamentals 2 Simply supported beams 3 Torsion and shafts 4 Pressure vessels 5 Concentrically loaded columns and struts 6 Introduction to strain energy 7 Complex stress and strain PART II DYNAMICS 8 Fundamentals 9 Kinematics of mechanisms 10 Power transmission systems 11 Oscillatory motion and vibration PART III THERMODYNAMICS 12 Fundamentals 13 Thermodynamic systems 14 Perfect gas processes 15 Thermal cycles 16 Combustion engines 17 Introduction to heat transfer 18 Introduction to fluid mechanics PART IV ELECTROSTATICS AND ELECTROMAGNETISM 19 Electrostatics and capacitors 20 Electromagnetism and inductors PART V DIRECT CURRENT 21 Current, voltage and resistance 22 Circuit theorems PART VI TRANSIENTS 23 Transients 24 Transients in R–L–C systems PART VII ALTERNATING CURRENT 25 A.C. principles 26 Complex impedance and admittance 27 Resonant circuits 28 Coupled magnetic circuits 29 Power, power factor and power factor correction 30 Complex waveforms and Fourier analysis 31 Power in a complex waveform 32 A.C. network analysis Index

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Book SynopsisPaul A. Myerson is a Professor of Practice in Supply Chain Management at Lehigh University and holds a B.S. in Business Logistics and an M.B.A. in Physical Distribution. Professor Myerson has an extensive background as a Supply Chain and Logistics professional, consultant, and teacher. Prior to joining the faculty at Lehigh, Professor Myerson has been a successful change catalyst for a variety of clients and organizations of all sizes, having over 30 years experience in Supply Chain and Logistics strategies, systems, and operations that have resulted in bottom-line improvements for companies such as General Electric, Unilever, and Church and Dwight (Arm & Hammer). Professor Myerson created and has marketed a Supply Chain Planning software tool for Windows to a variety of companies worldwide since 1998. He is the author of the books Lean Supply Chain & Logistics (McGraw-Hill, Copyright 2012) and Lean Wholesale and Retail (McGrawTrade Review"Paul Myerson's new book is a refreshing and a welcomed addition to the field, offering the reader a clear and easy-to-understand presentation of the key concepts and methods used in the field of supply chain management. His work is not only easy to understand but also comprehensive in coverage. "I highly recommend it to university professors who want to incorporate it in their undergraduate and graduate courses in supply chain management. I have become a real fan of Supply Chain and Logistics Management Made Easy. Certainly, nothing in life is easy, but Paul Myerson's new book has made the field more attractive and popular." -Richard A. Lancioni, Professor of Marketing and Supply Chain Management, Fox School of Business & Management, Temple University "Is it possible to take a discipline that involves millions of moving things, people, and processes and make it easy? Paul has taken the complex subject of supply chain and delivered a thorough and easy-to-understand review of all its elements. For the business student, the book provides a comprehensive view of the supply chain and serves as an effective introduction to the discipline and as an effective teaching tool. For the supply chain expert, this book is an excellent tool for reflection on all things supply chain. Each section brings back thoughts of the challenges the accomplished supply chain leader has faced. The book is an excellent resource for anyone in business who is looking to work in or currently works in supply chain management." -Gary MacNew, Regional Vice President, Supply Chain Optimizers "This is an excellent read for both students and professionals who are interested in gaining a better understanding of what supply chain and logistics is all about. It is an easy-to-understand handbook for anyone who has a need to better understand supply chain management or is responsible for helping their organization gain an advantage from their supply chain. Myerson's book should be on every manager's bookshelf for ready reference." -Robert J. Trent, Ph.D., Supply Chain Management Program Director, Lehigh University "Paul does a great job compacting supply chain management and logistics into one text. I wish I would have had this book when I was a logistics student 30+ years ago, but it's a great text and reference for me now, too. The SCM discipline is very wide and diverse now. This book captures all the elements. A complete professional reference. An easy read that teaches." -Andy Gillespie, Director, Global Logistics, Ansell "Practical, accessible, up-to-date, and covering today's best practices, Supply Chain and Logistics Management Made Easy is the ideal introduction to modern supply chain management for every manager, professional, and student." -Oliver Yao, Associate Professor, Lehigh UniversityTable of ContentsPart I: Supply Chain and Logistics Management: Overview 1 Chapter 1: Introduction 3 Supply Chain Defined 4 SCOR Model 5 An Integrated, Value-Added Supply Chain 7 The Value Chain 7 Leveraging the Supply Chain 8 Supply Chain Strategy for a Competitive Advantage 9 Segmenting the Supply Chain 10 The Global Supply Chain and Technology 11 Chapter 2: Understanding the Supply Chain 13 Historical Perspective 13 Value as a Utility 14 Organizational and Supply Chain Strategy 15 Mission Statement 15 SWOT Analysis 16 Strategic Choices 17 Supply Chain Strategy Elements and Drivers 17 Supply Chain Strategy Methodology 19 Supply Chain Opportunities and Challenges 23 Supply Chain Talent Pipeline 26 Career Opportunities in Supply Chain and Logistics Management 27 Growing Demand 27 Part II: Planning for the Supply Chain 31 Chapter 3: Demand Planning 33 Forecasting Used to Be Strictly Like “Driving Ahead, Looking in the Rearview Mirror” 34 Forecasting Realities 35 Types of Forecasts 36 Demand Drivers 36 Forecasting Process Steps 37 Quantitative Versus Qualitative Models 38 Qualitative Models 38 Quantitative Models 39 Product Lifecycles and Forecasting 40 Introduction 41 Growth 41 Maturity 41 Decline 41 Time Series Components 42 Time Series Models 43 Associative Models 44 Correlation 45 Seasonality 45 Multiple Regression 46 Forecasting Metrics 46 Forecast Error Measurement 47 Demand Forecasting Technology and Best Practices 48 Chapter 4: Inventory Planning and Control 51 Independent Versus Dependent Demand Inventory 51 Types of Inventory 53 Costs of Inventory 53 Carrying or Holding Costs 54 Ordering Costs 54 Setup Costs 54 Total Cost Minimized 55 Economic Order Quantity Model 56 Basic EOQ Calculation 57 Reorder Point (ROP) Models 57 Fixed-Quantity Model 57 Fixed-Period Model 60 Single-Period Model 61 ABC Method of Inventory Planning and Control 61 Realities of ABC Classification 62 Other Uses for ABC Classification 63 Inventory Control and Accuracy 63 Cycle Counting 63 Key Metrics 64 Inventory Planning and Control Technology 65 Software 65 Hardware 67 Careers 67 Chapter 5: Aggregate Planning and Scheduling 69 The Process Decision 70 Goods and Service Processes 70 Planning and Scheduling Process Overview 72 Aggregate Planning 74 S&OP Process 74 Demand and Supply Options 76 Aggregate Planning Strategies 78 Master Production Schedule 78 Production Strategies 79 System Nervousness 80 Material Requirements Planning 80 Bill of Materials 80 MRP Mechanics 81 Short-Term Scheduling 83 Types of Scheduling 84 Sequencing 84 Finite Capacity Scheduling 85 Service Scheduling 85 Technology 86 Part III: Supply Chain Operations 87 Chapter 6: Procurement in the Supply Chain 89 Make or Buy 90 Outsourcing 90 Other Supply Chain Strategies 91 The Procurement Process 93 Identify and Review Requirements 93 Establish Specifications 94 Identify and Select Suppliers 95 Determine the Right Price 97 Issue Purchase Orders 98 Follow Up to Ensure Correct Delivery 99 Receive and Accept Goods 100 Approve Invoice for Payment 100 Key Metrics 100 Technology 101 Chapter 7: Transportation Systems 103 Brief History of Transportation Systems in America 103 Transportation Cost Structure and Modes 105 Transportation Costs 105 Modes 105 Legal Types of Carriage 110 For Hire 110 Private 110 Transportation Economics 111 Transportation Cost Factors and Elements 111 Rates Charged 114 Effects of Deregulation on Pricing 115 Pricing Specifics 115 Documents 116 Domestic Transportation Documents 116 International Transportation Documents 119 Key Metrics 122 Technology 122 Chapter 8: Warehouse Management and Operations 125 Brief History of Warehousing in America 126 Economic Needs for Warehousing 126 Types of Warehouses 127 Warehouses by Customer Classification 127 Warehouses by Role in the Supply Chain 128 Warehouses by Ownership Type 129 Warehouse Economic Benefits 131 Consolidation 132 Accumulation, Mixing, and Sorting 133 Postponement 134 Allocation 134 Market Presence 135 Warehouse Design and Layout 135 Size of Facility 135 Facility Layout 137 Warehouse Operations 140 Packaging 141 Key Metrics 142 Customer-Facing Metrics 142 Technology 143 Warehouse Management Systems 143 Yard Management Systems 145 Chapter 9: Order Management and Customer Relationship Management. .147 Order Management 148 Order Placement 148 Order Processing 148 Order Preparation and Loading 149 Order Delivery 150 Customer Relationship Management 150 Customer Service 150 Customer Relationship Management 154 Technology 155 Chapter 10: Reverse Logistics and Sustainability 157 Reverse Logistics Activities 157 Repairs and Refurbishing 158 Refilling 159 Recall 159 Remanufacturing 159 Recycling and Waste Disposal 160 Returns Vary by Industry 160 Publishing Industry 160 Computer Industry 160 Automotive Industry 160 Retail Industry 161 Reverse Logistic Costs 161 Reverse Logistics Process 161 Receive 161 Sort and Stage 161 Process 162 Analyze 162 Support 162 Reverse Logistics as a Strategy 162 Using Reverse Logistics to Positively Impact Revenue 162 Other Strategic Uses of Reverse Logistics 163 Reverse Logistics System Design 164 Product Location 164 Product Collection System 164 Recycling or Disposal Centers 165 Documentation System 165 Reverse Logistics Challenges 165 Retailer-Manufacturer Conflict 165 Problem Returns and Their Symptoms 166 Cause and Effect 166 Reactive Response 166 Managing Reverse Logistics 166 Gatekeeping 167 Compacting the Distribution Cycle Time 168 Reverse Logistics Information Technology Systems 168 Centralized Return Centers 168 Zero Returns 169 Remanufacture and Refurbishment 169 Asset Recovery 170 Negotiation 170 Financial Management 170 Outsourcing 170 Reverse Logistics and the Environment 170 Supply Chain Sustainability 171 Green Logistics 171 Chapter 11: Global Supply Chain Operations and Risk Management 173 Growth of Globalization 173 Factors Influencing Globalization 174 Reasons for a Company to Globalize 174 Global Supply Chain Strategy Development 175 International Transportation Methods 177 Ocean 177 Air 177 Motor 178 Rail 178 Global Intermediaries 178 Global Supply Chain Risks and Challenges 178 Questions to Consider When Going Global 179 Key Global Supply Chain Challenges 180 Risk Management 181 Potential Risk Identification and Impact 181 Sources of Risk 182 Supply Chain Disruptions 183 Risk Mitigation 184 Part IV: Supply Chain Integration and Collaboration 187 Chapter 12: Supply Chain Partners 189 Outsourcing 189 Reasons to Outsource 190 Steps in the Outsourcing Process 191 Supply Chain and Logistics Outsourcing Partners 192 Traditional Service Providers 192 Third-Party Logistics Providers 193 Fourth-Party Logistics Service Providers 196 Chapter 13: Supply Chain Integration Through Collaborative Systems 199 Internal and External Integration 200 Internal Integration 200 External Integration 201 Supply Chain Collaboration Methods: A Closer Look 206 Quick Response 206 Efficient Consumer Response 207 Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment 208 Chapter 14: Supply Chain Technology 211 Supply Chain Information 211 Supply Chain Information Needs 213 Supply Chain Software Market 214 Supply Chain Planning 215 Supply Chain Execution 215 Other Supply Chain Technologies 216 SCM System Costs and Options 217 Best-in-Class Versus Single Integrated Solution 217 Consultants 218 Current and Future Trends in Supply Chain Software 218 Short-Term Supply Chain Technology Trends 218 Emerging Supply Chain Technology Trends 219 Part V: Supply Chain and Logistics Network Design 223 Chapter 15: Facility Location Decision 225 The Importance of Facility Location When Designing a Supply Chain 225 Supply Chain Network Design Influencers 226 Types of Distribution Networks 228 Manufacturer Storage with Direct Shipping 228 Manufacturer Storage with Direct Shipping and In-Transit Merge 229 Distributor Storage with Carrier Delivery 230 Distributor Storage with Last-Mile Delivery 232 Manufacturer or Distributor Storage with Customer Pickup 233 Retailer Storage with Customer Pickup 234 Impact of E-Business on the Distribution Network 235 Location Decisions 237 Strategic Considerations 237 Location Decision Hierarchy 238 Dominant Factors in Manufacturing 240 Dominant Factors in Services 240 Location Techniques 240 Location Cost-Volume Analysis 240 Weighted Factor Rating Method 242 Center of Gravity Method 243 The Transportation Problem Model 245 Technology 246 Careers 246 Chapter 16: Facility Layout Decision 249 Types of Layouts 249 Product Layouts 250 Process Layouts 250 Hybrid Layouts 253 Cellular (or Work Cell) Layouts 253 Fixed-Position Layout 255 Facility Design in Service Organizations 255 Designing and Improving Product Layouts 256 Assembly Line Design and Balancing 256 Work Cell Staffing and Balancing 258 Warehouse Design and Layout Principles 260 Design and Layout Process 260 Technology 261 Careers 262 Part VI: Supply Chain and Logistics Measurement, Control, and Improvement 263 Chapter 17: Metrics and Measures 265 Measurement and Control Methods 265 The Evolution of Metrics 266 Data Analytics 266 Measurement Methods 267 Measurement Categories 267 Balanced Scorecard Approach 268 Customer Service Metrics 269 Operational Metrics 269 Financial Metrics 270 SCOR Model 270 Supply Chain Dashboard and KPIs 273 Indicators 274 Benchmarking 274 Chapter 18: Lean and Agile Supply Chain and Logistics 277 Lean and Waste 277 History of Lean 278 Value-Added Versus Non-Value-Added Activities 279 Waste 280 Lean Culture and Teamwork 281 Lean Teams 282 Kaizen and Teams 283 Team and Kaizen Objectives 283 Value Stream Mapping 283 VSM Benefits 286 Lean Tools 286 Standardized Work 288 5S-Workplace Organization System 288 Visual Controls 289 Facility Layout 289 Batch Size Reduction and Quick Changeover 289 Quality at the Source 290 Point-of-Use Storage 291 Total Productive Maintenance 291 Pull/Kanban and Work Cells 291 Lean and Six Sigma 292 Chapter 19: Outlook for Supply Chain and Logistics Management 293 Supply Chain and Logistics Career Outlook 293 Trends in Supply Chain and Logistics Management 294 Supply Chain Trends 294 Logistics Trends 295 Supply Chain Leadership Trends 296 Supply Chain Technology Trends 297 Conclusion 299 References 301 Index 305

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Book SynopsisTelling the story of the pioneering engineers behind the locomotives that took part in the iconic Rainhill trials.

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Book Synopsis'Pulsing with wisdom and humanity, How Infrastructure Works is a masterpiece' Ed Yong'You won't see the world the same after reading this book!' Austin KleonEvery day, we are granted the power to travel at high speeds, fly, see in the dark, summon water from distant mountains and electricity from the sun. The systems that run our world are invisible to us until they fail. Infrastructure enables lives of astounding ease and freedom that would have been unimaginable just a century ago. These technological systems - the most complex and vast ever created by humans - have allowed us to work collectively for the public good. But these systems are now beginning to fail us. Engineering professor Deb Chachra takes readers on a fascinating tour of these essential utilities, revealing how they work, what it takes to keep them running, and just how much they shape our lives - but also the price they extract, who pays it and in what ways, as well as the threats to our infrastructure in a changing world. From Snowdonia's Electric Mountain to a solar plant in southern India, Chachra shows how we can rebuild our shared infrastructure to be not just functional but also equitable, resilient, and sustainable. We need to learn how to see these systems and to transform them, together, because the cost of not being able to rely on them is unthinkably high.

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Book SynopsisIn Crossing the Chasm, Geoffrey Moore, the world's leading high-tech and communications guru, throws out old marketing ideas to clear space for the special realities of the high-tech market. Based on a revolutionary new model and filled with practical insights, Crossing the Chasm is a landmark book. This new edition has been updated to include comprehensive coverage of the Internet and World Wide Web.Trade Review"Crossing the Chasm sollte die Bibel sein für High-Tech Unternehmen auf der Suche nach Lösungsmöglichkeiten für ihre Marketing- und Vertriebsprobleme." Robert K. Weller, Senior Vice President, North American Business Group

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Book SynopsisThis science comic presents the entire life cycle of the metro system in an accessible and fun way. Just like human beings, a metro system can get sick, and this book introduces its ailments, medical records along with experts’ diagnoses and available treatments. Using cartoons, it enables readers of all levels to quickly understand the scientific secrets behind the metro system. It is based on the results of China’s 973 program, which aims to promote and develop basic scientific research in China.Table of ContentsBetter Metro, Better City.- What Does a Metro Tunnel Look Like.- Metro Tunnel Can Get Sick.- Digital Information Archive of Metro Tunnel.- Experts Diagnoses for Metro Tunnel.- Metro Tunnel Consultation.- Metro Tunnel Consultation.- Metro Tunnel Therapy.- Metro Tunnel, Aging with Us.

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Book SynopsisLenny Delligatti holds the OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP): Model Builder Advanced certification. As a senior systems engineer with Lockheed Martin, he created SysML models for NASA's Mission Control Center: 21st Century (MCC-21) project at Johnson Space Center. Lenny is a member of the Object Management Group (OMG) SysML Revision Task Force (RTF). He has delivered hundreds of hours of training to hundreds of systems and software engineers, enabling many to earn certifications and lead MBSE projects.Trade Review"In keeping with the outstanding tradition of Addison-Wesley's technical publications, Lenny Delligatti's SysML Distilled does not disappoint. Lenny has done a masterful job of capturing the spirit of OMG SysML as a practical, standards-based modeling language to help systems engineers address growing system complexity. This book is loaded with matter-of-fact insights, starting with basic MBSE concepts to distinguishing the subtle differences between use cases and scenarios to illumination on namespaces and SysML packages, and even speaks to some of the more esoteric SysML semantics such as token flows." -Jeff Estefan, Principal Engineer, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory "The power of a modeling language, such as SysML, is that it facilitates communication not only within systems engineering but across disciplines and across the development life cycle. Many languages have the potential to increase communication, but without an effective guide, they can fall short of that objective. In SysML Distilled, Lenny Delligatti combines just the right amount of technology with a common-sense approach to utilizing SysML toward achieving that communication. Having worked in systems and software engineering across many domains for the last 30 years, and having taught computer languages, UML, and SysML to many organizations and within the college setting, I find Lenny's book an invaluable resource. He presents the concepts clearly and provides useful and pragmatic examples to get you off the ground quickly and enables you to be an effective modeler." -Thomas W. Fargnoli, Lead Member of the Engineering Staff, Lockheed Martin "This book provides an excellent introduction to SysML. Lenny Delligatti's explanations are concise and easy to understand; the examples well thought out and interesting." -Susanne Sherba, Senior Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, University of Denver "Lenny hits the thin line between a reference book for SysML to look up elements and an entertaining book that could be read in its entirety to learn the language. A great book in the tradition of the famous UML Distilled." -Tim Weilkiens, CEO, oose "More informative than a PowerPoint, less pedantic than an OMG Profile Specification, SysML Distilled offers practicing systems engineers just the right level of the motivation, concepts, and notation of pure OMG SysML for them to attain fluency with this graphical language for the specification and analysis of their practical and complex systems." -Lonnie VanZandt, chief architect, No Magic, Inc. "Delligatti's SysML Distilled is a most aptly named book; it represents the distillation of years of experience in teaching and using SysML in industrial settings. The author presents a very clear and highly readable view of this powerful but complex modeling language, illustrating its use via easy-to-follow practical examples. Although intended primarily as an introduction to SysML, I have no doubt that it will also serve as a handy reference for experienced practitioners." -Bran Selic, president, Malina Software Corp. "SysML is a rather intimidating modeling language, but in this book Lenny makes it really easy to understand, and the advice throughout the book will help practitioners avoid numerous pitfalls and help them grasp and apply the core elements and the spirit of SysML. If you are planning on applying SysML, this is the book for you!" -Celso Gonzalez, senior developer, IBM Rational "SysML Distilled is a great book for engineers who are starting to delve into model-based systems engineering. The space system examples capture the imagination and express the concepts in a simple but effective way." -Matthew C. Hause, chief consulting engineer, Atego and chair, OMG UPDM Group "I've been deeply involved with OMG since the 1990s, but my professional needs have not often taken me into the SysML realm. So I thought I'd be a good beta tester for Lenny's book. To my delight, I learned a great deal reading through it, and I know you will too." -Doug Tolbert, distinguished engineer, Unisys, and member, OMG Board of Directors and Architecture Board "SysML Distilled provides a clear and comprehensive description of the language component of model-based systems engineering, while offering suggestions for where to find information about the tool and methodology components. There is evidence throughout the book that the author has a deep understanding of SysML and its application in a system development process. I will definitely be using this as a textbook in the MBSE courses I teach." -J. D. Baker, OCUP, OCSMP, member of the OMG Architecture Board "SysML Distilled is the desktop companion that many SysML modelers have needed for their bookshelves. Lenny has the experience and certifications to help you through your day-to-day modeling questions. This book is not a tutorial, nor is it the encyclopedic compendium of all things SysML. If you model using SysML, this will become your daily companion, as it is meant to be used regularly. I believe your copy will soon be dog-eared, with sticky notes throughout." -Dr. Robert Cloutier, Stevens Institute of Technology "SysML is utilized today in a wide range of applications, including deep space robotic spacecraft and down-to-earth agricultural equipment. This book concisely presents SysML in a manner that is both refreshingly accessible for new learners and quite handy for seasoned practitioners." -Russell Peak, MBSE branch chief, Aerospace Systems Design Lab, Georgia Tech "SysML Distilled is a wonderfully written, knowledgeable, and concise addition to systems modeling literature. The lucid explanations lead a newcomer by the hand into modeling reasonably complex systems, and the wealth and depth of the coverage of the most-used aspects of the SysML modeling language stretch to even enabling advanced intermediate depictions of most systems. It also serves as a handy reference. Kudos to Mr. Delligatti for gifting the world with this very approachable view of systems modeling." -Bobbin Teegarden, CTO/chief architect, OntoAge and Board Member, No Magic, Inc.Table of ContentsForeword by Rick Steiner xvii Foreword by Richard Soley xix Preface xxv Acknowledgments xxxi About the Author xxxiii Chapter 1: Overview of Model-Based Systems Engineering 1 1.1 What Is MBSE? 2 1.2 The Three Pillars of MBSE 4 1.3 The Myth of MBSE 9 Chapter 2: Overview of the Systems Modeling Language 11 2.1 What SysML Is–and Isn’t 11 2.2 Yes, SysML Is Based on UML–but You Can Start with SysML 13 2.3 SysML Diagram Overview 14 2.4 General Diagram Concepts 17 Chapter 3: Block Definition Diagrams 23 3.1 Purpose 23 3.2 When Should You Create a BDD? 24 3.3 The BDD Frame 24 3.4 Blocks 26 3.5 Associations: Another Notation for a Property 44 3.6 Generalizations 49 3.7 Dependencies 52 3.8 Actors 53 3.9 Value Types 55 3.10 Constraint Blocks 57 3.11 Comments 59 Chapter 4: Internal Block Diagrams 63 4.1 Purpose 63 4.2 When Should You Create an IBD? 64 4.3 Blocks, Revisited 64 4.4 The IBD Frame 65 4.5 BDDs and IBDs: Complementary Views of a Block 66 4.6 Part Properties 67 4.7 Reference Properties 67 4.8 Connectors 68 4.9 Item Flows 71 4.10 Nested Parts and References 72 Chapter 5: Use Case Diagrams 77 5.1 Purpose 77 5.2 When Should You Create a Use Case Diagram? 77 5.3 Wait! What’s a Use Case? 78 5.4 The Use Case Diagram Frame 81 5.5 Use Cases 82 5.6 System Boundary 83 5.7 Actors 83 5.8 Associating Actors with Use Cases 84 5.9 Base Use Cases 85 5.10 Included Use Cases 85 5.11 Extending Use Cases 87 Chapter 6: Activity Diagrams 89 6.1 Purpose 89 6.2 When Should You Create an Activity Diagram? 90 6.3 The Activity Diagram Frame 90 6.4 A Word about Token Flow 92 6.5 Actions: The Basics 93 6.6 Object Nodes 95 6.7 Edges 99 6.8 Actions, Revisited 102 6.9 Control Nodes 112 6.10 Activity Partitions: Allocating Behaviors to Structures 119 Chapter 7: Sequence Diagrams 123 7.1 Purpose 123 7.2 When Should You Create a Sequence Diagram? 124 7.3 The Sequence Diagram Frame 125 7.4 Lifelines 125 7.5 Messages 129 7.6 Destruction Occurrences 138 7.7 Execution Specifications 139 7.8 Constraints 141 7.9 Combined Fragments 144 7.10 Interaction Uses 151 Chapter 8: State Machine Diagrams 155 8.1 Purpose 155 8.2 When Should You Create a State Machine Diagram? 156 8.3 The State Machine Diagram Frame 156 8.4 States 158 8.5 Transitions 162 8.6 Pseudostates 171 8.7 Regions 173 Chapter 9: Parametric Diagrams 177 9.1 Purpose 177 9.2 When Should You Create a Parametric Diagram? 178 9.3 Blocks, Revisited 179 9.4 The Parametric Diagram Frame 182 9.5 Constraint Properties 184 9.6 Constraint Parameters 185 9.7 Value Properties 185 9.8 Binding Connectors 187 Chapter 10: Package Diagrams 189 10.1 Purpose 189 10.2 When Should You Create a Package Diagram? 190 10.3 The Package Diagram Frame 190 10.4 Notations for Namespace Containment 191 10.5 Dependencies between Packages 193 10.6 Importing Packages 193 10.7 Specialized Packages 194 10.8 Shades of Gray: Are You Looking at a Package Diagram or a Block Definition Diagram? 198 Chapter 11: Requirements Diagrams 201 11.1 Purpose 201 11.2 When Should You Create a Requirements Diagram? 202 11.3 The Requirements Diagram Frame 202 11.4 Requirements 204 11.5 Requirements Relationships 205 11.6 Notations for Requirements Relationships 209 11.7 Rationale 213 Chapter 12: Allocations: Cross-Cutting Relationships 215 12.1 Purpose 215 12.2 There’s No Such Thing as an Allocation Diagram 216 12.3 Uses for Allocation Relationships 216 12.4 Notations for Allocation Relationships 219 12.5 Rationale 224 Appendix A: SysML Notation Desk Reference 227 Appendix B: Changes between SysML Versions 245 Bibliography 253 Index 255

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Book SynopsisAimed at those who are responsible for the overall performance of organisations, divisions or departments in diverse industries such as healthcare, aviation, construction, oil and gas, nuclear, railways and defence, this book introduces a new safety paradigm in comprehensible and practical terms. It aims at improving safety and overall organisational performance through a doable, different and directed approach using multiple small steps.This book will help readers in understanding how to integrate the natural variability of human performance and our ability to compensate for unpredictability elsewhere into organisational systems, thereby ensuring successful outcomes. It covers important topics, including complexity, effective workplace innovations, micro-experiments, maintaining alignment between rules and reality, maximising learning and restoring relations. It includes practical examples and supporting material referenced in the expansive notes section. ThiTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Your Role as a Leader. 3. Alignment between Rules and Reality. 4. Effective Workplace Innovations. 5. Staying Safe. 6. What To Do A When Things go Wrong. 7. Taking Action. 8. References.

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Book SynopsisCovers the three mandatory units of the EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering and Technology Each compulsory unit is covered in detail with activities, practice exercises and examples where relevant Review questions are provided at the end of each chapter and a sample multiple-choice examination paper is included at the end of the book Contains expert advice that has been written in collaboration with EAL to ensure that it covers what learners need to know Answers to selected questions in the book, together with other supporting resources, can be found at the book's companion website. Numerical answers are provided in the book itself. Written specifically for the EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering and Technology, this book covers the three mandatory units on this course: Engineering Environment Awareness, Engineering Techniques, and Engineering Principles. Within each unit, the Learning Outcomes are covered in detailTrade ReviewGary Appleton, EAL engineering assessor (non-teaching role):A good, clear and constructive publication, detailing the engineering mathematics and science principles that provides the learner with a good level of reference whilst engaging with a good range of tasks to verify the learning outcomes.Nothing negative to say, the level is aimed at level 2 with sufficient detail.Topics referenced that should be added as case studies even if not covered in the syllabus: lean manufacturing principles and maintenance engineering technology.Steve McGurk, engineering tutor/assessor at Cornwall Marine Network:Good use of practical examples such as Low Voltage Power Supply and "test your knowledge" activities require comprehension.Too much detail in some sections and incorrect figure references in text (note that the sample material is from another book and will have quite a lot of material taken out as well as the language level lowering).Topics referenced that should be added as case studies even if not covered in the syllabus:Composite Materials – Properties/Applications/Processes3D Printing- Types of media/ApplicationsTable of ContentsPreface Unit 1 Engineering Environmental Awareness 1. Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations 2. Roles and responsibilities 3. The engineering environment Unit 2 Engineering Techniques 4. Engineering Communication 5. Engineering Application of IT and ICT 6. Tools and Techniques 7. Measurements and marking out Unit 3 Engineering Mathematics and Science 8. Engineering Materials 9. Materials Properties and Heat Treatment Processes 10. Numeracy 11. Engineering Science Appendix 1: Sample Assessment Appendix 2: Using the Casio fx-83GT Calculator Appendix 3: Convesion Table: Inches to mm Appendix 4: Answers to Test your Knowledge questions Index

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Book SynopsisThis volume focuses on practical applications of the principles that can be transferred from nature to our design space. It is thereby supported by the regulation and control systems as described by the science of cybernetics.Table of ContentsThe inexhaustible wealth of evolutionary optimal solutions.- Principles of nature or survival in an open "cooking pot".- Multidisciplinary developmental works.- Central operating principles of evolution.- Eight basic biocybernetic rules according to Frederic Vester.- Ways out of the trap of human short-sighted design routines.- Application of basic strategic principles of nature in the human design space.- Application of central operational principles of nature in the human design space.- Eight basic operational biocybernetic rules.

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Book SynopsisEngineering is part of almost everything we do - from the water we drink and the food we eat, to the buildings we live in and the roads and railways we travel on. In this Very Short Introduction, David Blockley explores the nature and practice of engineering, its history, its scope, and its relationship with art, science, and technology.Trade ReviewAny engineer who has spent a few years out of the classroom can benefit from reading this tiny volume as a refresher course on some basic, yet key, concepts of engineering * The Tech *This concise book provides excellent references for further reading and is an affordable, quick read to brush up on engineering history and its modern-day application. It is even more powerful as a tool for non-engineers to understand how intimately engineering contributes to the quality of peoples' lives - and the consequences of success or failure. * Civil Engineering Journal *Table of Contents1. From idea to reality ; 2. The age of gravity - time for work ; 3. The age of heat - you can't get something for nothing ; 4. The age of electromagnetism - the power of attraction ; 5. The age of information - getting smaller ; 6. The age of systems - risky futures ; Glossary ; Further reading

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsContract Data • Activity Schedule • Bill of Quantities Tender document in cost reimbursable contracts • Works Information • Site Information • Inviting and preparing tenders • Instructions to tenderers • Part two of the Contract Data • Assessing tenders • Award criteria • Procurement law • General law • Assessing target cost tenders • Assessing design and construct tenders • Assessing construct only tenders • Qualified tenders • Finalising the contract • Creating the contract Explanatory notes • 1 General • 2 The Contractor’s main responsibilities • 3 Time • 4 Testing and Defects • 5 Payment • 6 Compensation events • 7 Title • 8 Risks and insurance • 9 Termination • Dispute resolution Options W1 and W2 • Secondary Option clauses • Schedule of Cost Components Engineering and Construction Subcontract • Appendix 1 Clause numbering system • Appendix 2 Sample form of tender • Appendix 3 Sample form of agreement • Appendix 4 Model tender assessment sheet • Appendix 5 Contract Data – worked example OGC advises public sector procurers that the form of contract used has to be selected according to the objectives of the project, aiming to satisfy the Achieving Excellence in Construction (AEC) principles. This edition of the NEC (NEC3) complies fully with the AEC principles. OGC recommends the use of NEC3 by public sector construction procurers on their construction projects

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Book SynopsisA look at the fascinating history behind some of the most iconic landmarks of the British landscape.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the secrets of the minds that built our world – and how they might teach us to think differently and innovate better. 'Smart, insightful, and fascinating.' Walter Isaacson, author of Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography Dubai’s Burj Khalifa – the world’s tallest building – looks nothing like Microsoft’s Office Suite, and digital surround sound doesn’t work like a citywide telecommunication grid. Yet these engineering feats have much in common: they are the result of a unique thinking process combining abstract and structured thinking, common sense and great imagination. They are born of the engineering mindset. In this groundbreaking and lively work, Guru Madhavan reveals the extraordinary influence of engineering on society, not just today but throughout history. Drawing on a cast of star engineers like Steve Jobs, the Wright brothers and Thomas Edison, Madhavan explores aspects of this mindset and shows its usefulness to life and business – in areas as varied as traffic congestion to health care to filmmaking. Full of case studies and practical insights spanning the brilliant history of engineering, Think Like an Engineer is in equal parts personal, practical, and profound. It reveals how key engineering concepts can help you make better decisions and create innovative solutions in a complex world.Trade Review‘Smart, insightful, and fascinating. Madhavan shows how engineers turn problems into opportunities. The engineering mindset is something we should all study and embrace. It applies to every aspect of life.’ -- Walter Isaacson, author of Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography“Guru Madhavan not only dispels any hint of darkness concerning how engineers think, his delightful book explains how the designed world of machines and systems interacts with the social world in which we use the tools that engineers give us.” -- Alvin Roth, Winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics and author of Who Gets What—and Why"Think Like an Engineer will enlighten you about the minds that transform our lives. It beautifully conveys the true vision of engineering and its impact on nearly every aspect of life and global progress. This book is refreshing, most approachable, and highly recommended for anyone interested in understanding engineering." -- C.D. MOTE, Jr., President, US National Academy of Engineering“Guru Madhavan offers a compelling explanation of the engineering perspective. With potent stories that are heartwarming and at times heartrending, Think Like An Engineer is an enjoyable and instructive read.” -- Vinton Cerf, Chief Internet Evangelist, Google; Winner of the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering“The engineering mindset is a transformational mindset. In deftly revealing some of its organizing principles, this book reminds us that behind today’s global challenges are solutions and opportunities waiting to be realized.” -- Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman, World Economic Forum"This thoroughly engaging book demonstrates that engineering thinking is truly multidisciplinary, multinational, and multicultural. Through its diverse cast of engineers and wide-ranging examples of their achievements, Think Like An Engineer leaves little doubt that our world is a better place because of the engineers who inhabit it." -- Henry Petroski, Aleksandar S. Vesic Professor of Civil Engineering and Professor of History, Duke University; author of To Engineer Is Human and The Essential Engineer

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Book SynopsisDeparting from the style of typical manuals, Hands-On Introduction to LabVIEW for Scientists and Engineers, Fourth Edition, uses a learn-by-doing approach to guide students through using this powerful laboratory tool. It helps students--who are not assumed to have prior experience--master the computer-based skills they need to carry out effective experiments.Table of ContentsPreface About the Author 1. LABVIEW PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT 1.1 LabVIEW Programming Environment 1.2 Blank VI 1.3 Front-Panel Editing 1.4 Block-Diagram Editing 1.5 Program Execution 1.6 Pop-Up Menu and Data-Type Representation 1.7 Program Storage 1.8 Quick Drop 2. THE WHILE LOOP AND WAVEFORM CHART 2.1 Programming Structures and Graphing Modes 2.2 While Loop Basics 2.3 Sine-Wave Plot Using a While Loop and Waveform Chart 2.4 LabVIEW Help Window 2.5 Front Panel Editing 2.6 Waveform Chart Pop-Up Menu 2.7 Finishing the Program 2.8 Program Execution 2.9 Program Improvements 2.10 Data Types and Automatic Creation Feature 3. THE FOR LOOP AND WAVEFORM GRAPH 3.1 For Loop Basics 3.2 Sine-Wave Plot Using a For Loop and Waveform Graph 3.3 Waveform Graph 3.4 Owned and Free Labels 3.5 Creation of Sine Wave Using a For Loop 3.6 Cloning Block-Diagram Icons 3.7 Auto-Indexing Feature 3.8 Running the VI 3.9 X-Axis Calibration of the Waveform Graph 3.10 Sine-Wave Plot Using a While Loop and Waveform Graph 3.11 Front-Panel Array Indicator 3.12 Debugging With the Probe Watch Window and Error List 4. THE MATHSCRIPT NODE AND XY GRAPH 4.1 MathScript Node Basics 4.2 Quick MathScript Node Example: Sine-Wave Plot 4.3 Waveform Simulator Using a MathScript Node and XY Graph 4.4 Creating an XY Cluster 4.5 Running the VI 4.6 LabVIEW MathScript Window 4.7 Adding Shape Options Using an Enumerated Type Control 4.8 Finishing the Block Diagram 4.9 Running the VI 4.10 Control and Indicator Clusters 4.11 Creating an Icon Using the Icon Editor 4.12 Icon Design 4.13 Connector Assignment 5. INTRODUCTION TO DATA ACQUISITION DEVICES USING MAX 5.1 Data Acquisition Hardware 5.2 Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) 5.3 Analog Input Modes 5.4 Range and Resolution 5.5 Sampling Frequency and the Aliasing Effect 5.6 Analog Input Operation Using MAX 5.7 Analog Output 5.8 Analog Output Operation Using MAX 5.9 Digital Input/Output 5.10 Digital Input/Output Operation Using Max 6. DATA ACUISITION USING DAQ ASSISTANT 6.1 Data Acquisition VIs 6.2 Simple Analog Input Operation on a DC Voltage 6.3 Digital Oscilloscope 6.4 DC Voltage Storage 6.5 Hardware-Timed Waveform Generator 6.6 Placing a Custom-Made VI on a Block Diagram 6.7 Completing and Executing Waveform Generator (Express) 7. DATA FILES AND CHARACTER STRINGS 7.1 ASCII Text and Binary Data Files 7.2 Storing Data in Spreadsheet-Formatted File 7.3 Storing a One-Dimensional Data Array 7.4 Transpose Option 7.5 Storing a Two-Dimensional Data Array 7.6 Controlling the Format of Stored Data 7.7 The Path Constant and Platform Portability 7.8 Fundamental File I/O VIs 7.9 Adding Text Labels to a Spreadsheet File 7.10 Backslash Codes 8. SHIFT REGISTERS 8.1 Shift Register Basics 8.2 Quick Shift Register Example: Integer Sum 8.3 Noise and Signal Averaging 8.4 Noisy Sine VI 8.5 Moving Average of Four Traces 8.6 Modularity and Automatic SubVI Creation 8.7 Moving Average of Arbitrary Number of Traces 9. THE CASE STRUCTURE 9.1 Case Structure Basics 9.2 Quick Case Structure Example: Runtime Options Using Property Nodes 9.3 State Machine Architecture: Guessing Game 9.4 State Machine Architecture: Express VI-Based Digital Oscilloscope 10. DATA DEPENDENCY AND THE SEQUENCE STRUCTURE 10.1 Data Dependency and Sequence Structure Basics 10.2 Event Timer Using a Sequence Structure 10.3 Event Timer Using Data Dependency 10.4 Highlight Execution 11. ANALYSIS VIs: CURVE FITTING 11.1 Thermistor Resistance-Temperature Data File 11.2 Temperature Measurement Using Thermistors 11.3 The Linear Least-Squares Method 11.4 Inputting Data to a VI Using a Front-Panel Array Control 11.5 Inputting Data to a VI by Reading from a Disk File 11.6 Slicing Up a Multi-Dimensional Array 11.7 Running the VI 11.8 Curve Fitting Using the Linear Least-Squares Method 11.9 Residual Plot 11.10 Curve Fitting Using the Nonlinear Least-Squares Method 12. ANALYSIS VIs: FAST FOURIER TRANSFORM 12.1 Quick Fast Fourier Transform Example 12.2 The Fourier Transform 12.3 Discrete Sampling and the Nyquist Frequency 12.4 The Discrete Fourier Transform 12.5 The Fast Fourier Transform 12.6 Frequency Calculator VI 12.7 FFT of Sinusoids 12.8 Applying the FFT to Various Sinusoidal Inputs 12.9 Magnitude of Complex-Amplitude 12.10 Observing Leakage 12.11 Windowing 12.12 Estimating Frequency and Amplitude 12.13 Aliasing 13. DATA ACQUISITION AND GENERATION USING DAQMX VIs 13.1 DAQmx VI Basics 13.2 Simple Analog Input Operation on a DC Voltage 13.3 Digital Oscilloscope 13.4 Express VI Automatic Code Generation 13.5 Limitations of Express VIs 13.6 Improving Digital Oscilloscope Using State Machine Architecture 13.7 Analog Output Operations 13.8 Waveform Generator 14. CONTROL OF STAND-ALONE INSTRUMENTS 14.1 Instrument Control using VISA VIs 14.2 The VISA Session 14.3 The IEEE 488.2 Standard 14.4 Common Commands 14.5 Status Reporting 14.6 Device-Specific Commands 14.7 Specific Hardware Used In This Chapter 14.8 Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) 14.9 Simple VISA-Based Query Operation 14.10 Message Termination 14.11 Getting and Setting Communication Properties Using a Property Node 14.12 Performing a Measurement over the Interface Bus 14.13 Synchronization Methods 14.14 Measurement VI Based on the Serial Poll Method 14.15 Measurement VI Based on the Service Request Method 14.16 Creating an Instrument Driver 14.17 Using the Instrument Driver to Write an Application Program APPENDIX A. FORMULA NODE PROGRAMMING FOR CHAPTER 4 A.1 Formula Node Basics A.2 Quick Formula Node Example: Sine-Wave Plot (Section 4.2) A.3 Formula Node-Based Waveform Simulator (Sections 4.3-4.4) A.4 Formula Node-Based Waveform Simulator (Section 4.8) A.5 Formula Node-Based Waveform Simulator (Section 4.10) APPENDIX B. MATHEMATICS OF LEAKAGE AND WINDOWING B.1 Analytic Description of Leakage B.2 Description of Leakage Using the Convolution Theorem APPENDIX C. PID TEMPERATURE CONTROL PROJECT C.1 Project Description C.2 Voltage-Controlled Bidirectional Current Driver for Thermoelectric Device C.3 PID Temperature Control Algorithm C.4 PID Temperature Control System C.5 Construction of Temperature Control System Index

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Book SynopsisEffective Technical Communication is designed to serve as a practical guide and useful resource for scientists, engineers, and researchers. It addresses the need of practitioners engaged in the exchange of techincal information to effectively share their ideas with, and make impact on, their peers.

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Book SynopsisThis book includes fundamentals of textile processing technology with explanation of craft techniques, various stages of processing fibres and yarns with useful, readily understandable, line drawings. Fibrous types, dyes, yarns and cloths have been explained and material is supported by glossary and explanation of processing stages from fibre to finished cloth. Further, the considerations of relevance to the development and preparation of a design collection are outlined and discussed. Various testing procedures, including fibre, yarn and cloth identification methods, and important innovations in textile products and processing are identified and explained as well. Focused mainly on the needs of students specializing in textile or fashion design, at first year undergraduate university level, this book: Covers all stages from fibre to finished cloth. Discusses various stages of processing fibres and yarns. Explains fibrous types, dyTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Textile fibres. 3. Yarns. 4. Weaving. 5. Knitting and other forms of yarn manipulation. 6. Felt, bark and other nonwovens. 7. Dyes and their application. 8. Block-printing and resist-dyeing techniques. 9. Finishing. 10. Motifs and patterns. 11. Design development and presentation. 12. Testing and appraisal. 13. Further considerations. 14. In conclusion. Glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis guide offers instructions for entrepreneurs of technology startups, from idea to profitability. With its easy format aimed at experienced as well as novice entrepreneurs, this book covers all hurdles facing startups. It discusses common causes of business failure and points out what to avoid in getting innovative technology to market.Table of ContentsSection I Startups under the Microscope 1. Entrepreneurship and Innovation 2. External Factors Affecting the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem 3. Government Impact on Technology-Based Innovation 4. Entrepreneurial Venture Secret Sauce Section II Entrepreneurial Self-Assessment 5. Entrepreneurial Self-Starters 6. Entrepreneurial Personalities Section III Entrepreneurial Environment 7. Leadership Qualities 8. Communicating Value to Investors 9. Corporate Entrepreneurship 10. Marketing and Marketing Research on a Shoestring Section IV Classical Initial Decisions 11. Strategic Planning for Startups 12. Product・Market Fit 13. Growth strategies 14. Business Law 101 15. If You Cannot Innovate, Copy 16. Corporate Governance Guidelines Section V Exit Strategies, AKA Harvesting 17. Knowledge-Intensive Industries 18. Getting Your Company Ready for an Exit 19. Exit Strategies (Harvesting Options) 20. Alternative Exits: Selling Patents and Software 21. IPO Your Ultimate Exit Strategy

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Book SynopsisThis book covers execution of mega industrial projects especially in oil and gas industries covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and performance testing. It enumerates various tasks and deliverables under each discipline and sub-disciplines to define the detailed scope of work, supplies and services, as per level III of Prima Vera Schedule developed from the contract-based schedule. It gives an overall idea of how a project rolls out from commencement date to initial acceptance and executed practically with total contractorâs scope of work broken down into tasks/activities at level III platform, while highlighting that support for fool proof project execution.Table of ContentsSECTION I PLANNING AND EXECUTION IN LEVEL 3. 1. Management, Control and Administration. 2. HSE, Social and Security. 3. Services and Facilities to Owner. 4. Engineering. 5. Procurement and Supply. 6. Transport, Logistic and Storage. 7. Construction. 8. Pre-Commissioning. 9. Commissioning, Start-up and Performance Test. 10. Temporary Facilities. SECTION II COMMERCIAL ASPECTS. 11. Commencement Date and Effective Dates. 12. Extension of Time. 13. Professionally Handling Large Claims. 14. Prolongation and Disruption Costs. 15. Penalty/Interest for Payment Delays. 16. Force Majeure. 17. Concurrent Delays. 18. Hedging against Currency Fluctuations. 19. Indemnity. 20. Consequential, Indirect Damages. 21. Laws and Regulations. 22. Escalation. 23. Liens. 24. Total Liability. 25. Payment Terms. 26. Planning. 27. Progress Measurement. 28. EOT claim. 29. Interpretation Rules. 30. Change/Variations/Trend Notices. 31. Contract Price below Floor Price and Consequences. 32. Owner’s Delay on Document Approval. 33. Insurances. SECTION III TECHNICAL ASPECTS. 34. Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA). 35. Consequences of Delayed Rigless Test on Wells (Owner Delays). 36. Strategy for using Non-Spec Feedstock for Commissioning. 37. Gas In and Authority Check points. 38. Value Engineering. 39. Design Defect, Construction Defect and Damages. 40. NDT (Non-Destructive Testing). 41. Destructive Testing. 42. Hydrostatic Leak Test. 43. Heavy Lift Load Sharing for Cranes. SECTION IV GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS, NAMES AND MEANING. APPENDIX. 1. Project Organization. 2. Contract Price Weight Factor. 3. Monthly Status Report Contents. 4. Material Requisition Cycle(MR). 5. FEED Deliverable List. 6. Process Block Flow Diagram. 7. Document Categories. 8. Claims and Liens Release Letter. 9. Prolongation and Disruption Cost: Hudson formula. 10. A typical list of Procedures and Plans. 11. Total Plant Break down into Areas.

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Book SynopsisIn this latest edition of the NEC3 box set we are proud to include the new Professional Services Short Contract which has been developed in partnership with the Association for Project Management and a series of seven new 'how to' books designed to aid the use of our contracts. Also included are the latest Construction Act ammendments, Project Bank Account provisions and clauses as well as CIC BIM protocol references

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Book SynopsisStudying engineering, whether it is mechanical, electrical or civil, relies heavily on an understanding of mathematics. This textbook clearly demonstrates the relevance of mathematical principles and shows how to apply them in real-life engineering problems.It deliberately starts at an elementary level so that students who are starting from a low knowledge base will be able to quickly get up to the level required. Students who have not studied mathematics for some time will find this an excellent refresher.Each chapter starts with the basics before gently increasing in complexity. A full outline of essential definitions, formulae, laws and procedures is presented, before real world practical situations and problem solving demonstrate how the theory is applied.Focusing on learning through practice, it contains simple explanations, supported by 1600 worked problems and over 3600 further problems contained within 384 exercises throughout the text. In addition, 35 RTrade Review"Bird is totally comprehensive and is recommended as the ‘bible’ of maths to all students"-- David Kennedy, Trafford College Centre for STEM"This will be on my new essential reading book list for new students and students moving into Higher Education… Once more John Bird has written a book which will allow the beginner to expert engineer [to] build a sound foundation in engineering mathematics."-- Brian Rowe BA (Hons) BENG (Hons), Head of Engineering, East Durham CollegeTable of ContentsSection A – Number and Algebra. Section B – Further number and algebra. Section C – Areas and volumes. Section D – Graphs. Section E – Geometry and trigonometry. Section F – Complex numbers. Section G – Matrices and determinants. Section H – Vector geometry. Section I – Differential calculus. Section J – Integral calculus. Section K – Differential equations. Section L – Statistics and probability. Section M – Laplace transforms. Section N – Fourier series. Section O - Z-Transforms. Answers to Practice Exercises. Answers to multiple choice questions. Index.

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Book SynopsisLayer of protection analysis (LOPA) is a simplified method of risk assessment that provides the much-needed middle ground between a qualitative process hazard analysis and a traditional, expensive quantitative risk analysis.Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. Acronyms and Abbreviations. 1. Introduction. 1.1 Audience. 1.2 History of LOPA. 1.3 Use of LOPA in the Process Life Cycle. 1.4 Linkage to Other CCPS Publications. 1.5 Annotated Outline of the LOPA book. 2. Overview of LOPA. 2.1 Purpose. 2.2 What is LOPA? 2.3 What LOPA Does. 2.4 When to Use LOPA. 2.5 How LOPA Works. 2.6 How to Implement LOPA. 2.7 Limitations of LOPA. 2.8 Benefits of LOPA. 2.9 Introduction of Continuing Examples. 3. Estimating Consequences and Severity. 3.1 Purpose. 3.2 Consequences of Interest. 3.3 Consequences Evaluation Approaches for LOPA. 3.4 Continuing Examples. 3.5 Link Forward. 4. Developing Scenarios. 4.1 Purpose. 4.2 LOPA Scenarios and Components. 4.3 Identifying and Developing Candidate Scenarios. 4.4 Continuing Examples. 4.5 Link Forward. 5. Identifying Initiating Event Frequency. 5.1 Purpose. 5.2 Initiating Events. 5.3 Frequency Estimation. 5.4 Expression of Failure Rates. 5.5 Continuing Examples. 5.6 Limitations (Cautions). 5.7 Link Forward. 6. Identifying Independent Protection Layers. 6.1 Purpose. 6.2 Definition and Purpose of an IPL. 6.3 IPL Rules. 6.4 LOPA IPL Assessment. 6.5 Example of IPLs. 6.6 Preventive IPLs versus Mitigation IPLs. 6.7 Continuing Examples. 6.8 Link Forward. 7. Determining the Frequency of Scenarios. 7.1 Purpose. 7.2 Quantitative Calculation of Risk and Frequency. 7.3 Look-up Table Determination of Risk of Frequency. 7.4 Calculation of Risk of Frequency with Integer Logarithms. 7.5 Continuing Examples. 7.6 Link Forward. 8. Using LOPA to Make Risk Decisions. 8.1 Purpose. 8.2 Introduction. 8.3 Comparing Calculated Risk to Scenario Risk Tolerance Criteria. 8.4 Expert Judgment. 8.5 Using Cost-Benefit to Compare Alternatives. 8.6 Comparison of Approaches, Pros and Cons. 8.7 Cumulative Risk Criteria versus Scenario Criteria. 8.8 Continuing Examples. 8.9 Cautions. 8.10 Link Forward. 9. Implementing LOPA. 9.1 Purpose. 9.2 Is the Company ready for LOPA? 9.3 What Is the Current Foundation for Risk Assessment? 9.4 What Dare Are Required? 9.5 Will the IPLs Remain in Place? 9.6 How Are the Risk Tolerance Criteria Established? 9.7 When IS LOPA Used? 9.8 Typical Implementation Tasks. 10. Using LOPA for Other Applications. 10.1 Purpose. 10.2 Using LOPA in Capital Improvement Planning. 10.3 Using LOPA in Management of Change. 10.4 Using LOPA in Mechanical Integrity Programs or Risk-Based Inspection/Risk-Based Maintenance Programs. 10.5 Using LOPA in Risk-Based Operator Training. 10.6 Using LOPA in emergency Response Planning. 10.7 Using LOPA to Determine a Credible Design Basis for Overpressure Protection. 10.8 Using LOPA in Evaluating Facility Siting Risks. 10.9 Using LOPA to Evaluate the Need for Emergency Isolation Valves. 10.10 Using LOPA to Evaluate Taking a Safety System Out of Service. 10.11 Using LOPA during Incident Investigations. 10.12 Using LOPA in the Determination of SIL for SIF. 11. Advanced LOPA Topics. 11.1 Purpose. 11.2 Counting Multiple Functions in One BPCS as IPLs in the Same Scenario. 11.3 Summation of Risk for Multiple Scenarios. 11.4 Using LOPA to Develop F/N Curves. 11.5 Operator Response Issues. 11.6 Normal Plant Operations as “Tests: of IPL Components. 11.7 Focused Fault Tree/Event Tree Analysis of IPL Components. Appendix A. LOPA Summary Sheets for the Continuing Examples. Appendix B. Worked Examples from CCPS’s Safe Automation Book. Appendix C. Documentation for a LOPA Study. Appendix D. Linkage with Other Publications. Appendix E. Industry Risk Tolerance Criteria Data. Appendix F. High Initiating Event Frequency Scenarios. Appendix G. Additional Reading. References. Glossary of Terms. Index.

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Book SynopsisSustainability and its competitive advantage are the goals of every company and any brand that wants to stay successful in the marketplace. Customers also gravitate to brands that manage sustainability issues well. Greener Products: The Making and Marketing of Sustainable Brands written by a renowned sustainability expert, continues to address the latest developments in the extremely fast-moving field of sustainability. The third edition is thoroughly updated, introduces new case studies, and includes a new chapter on green marketing. With over 40 case studies, it explores the best practices of leading global companies and helps readers learn what it is that makes them successful.New in the Third Edition: Presents, in a practical way, the best practices of sustainable brands in a global economy. Addresses the most current sustainability topics like circular economy, plastics in the environment, biodiversity, climate change, green chemistry, etc.

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Book SynopsisThe Human Constraint is a business novel with supplementary material for business leaders. It is inspired by dozens of implementations of the Decalogue methodology in Europe and North America since 1996. The Decalogue blends Deming's philosophy with the Theory of Constraints in a cohesive, systemic approach to management. The novel explores an increasingly complex, interdependent and fast-changing world where companies must have a way to overcome obsolete mental models and embed continuous innovation in their operations with a coherent organizational model.The story in Part One unfolds during the financial crisis that follows 2008 and illustrates how this affects a group of executives engaged in a transformation process. It charts their attempts through the crisis to transform part of an industry dominated by a zero-sum game mentality using a very different approach: an ethical and value-based supply chain where all stakeholders benefit.Through the narrative i

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a comprehensive overview of the past, present and future of autonomous road vehicles for professionals and students.Split into three parts, the first section of the book brings together the key historical developments in autonomous road vehicle design and the primary explorations of the design possibilities from science fiction. This historical analysis draws upon significant test vehicles from history and explores their roles as landmarks in the evolution of the field. In addition, it also reviews the history of science fiction and outlines the key speculations about autonomous road vehicles which emerged from that world. In the second section of the book, Joseph Giacomin introduces five of the most popular future-facing speculative approaches used by designers. In doing so, he identifies the major user-facing challenges which affect ideation, product design, service design and business modelling. In the final part, science fiction prototyping is identifie

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Book SynopsisThe Art of Engineering: Fundamentals and Principles provides the technical aspects, fundamental definitions, and philosophical foundations of engineering, offering a coherent framework that connects engineering concepts across all disciplines.Including detailed discussions on the philosophy of science, fundamentals of design, engineering ethics, and the evolving role of engineers in society, the book works through comprehensive coverage of engineering principles with a gradual introduction of theory. The book features numerous real-world examples to illustrate engineering concepts and highlight underlying patterns. It covers modern educational methods, creative thinking techniques, and future prospects of engineering disciplines.This book is intended for first-year engineering students taking an Introduction to Engineering or Fundamentals of Engineering course.Instructors will be able to utilize Lecture Slides, Videos, and Figure Slides for their courses.

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Book SynopsisA cell, whose spatial extent is small compared with a surrounding flow, can develop inside a vortex. Such cells, often referred to as vortex breakdown bubbles, provide stable and clean flame in combustion chambers; they also reduce the lift force of delta wings. This book analyzes cells in slow and fast, one- and two-fluid flows and describes the mechanisms of cell generation: (a) minimal energy dissipation, (b) competing forces, (c) jet entrainment, and (d) swirl decay. The book explains the vortex breakdown appearance, discusses its features, and indicates means of its control. Written in acceptable, non-math-heavy format, it stands to be a useful learning tool for engineers working with combustion chambers, chemical and biological reactors, and delta-wing designs.Table of Contents1. Introduction; 2. Creeping eddies; 3. Two-fluid creeping flows; 4. Formation of cells in thermal convection; 5. Swirl decay mechanisms; 6. Vortex breakdown in a sealed cylinder; 7. Cellular whirlpool flow; 8. Cellular water-spout flow; 9. Cellular flows in vortex devices.

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Book SynopsisJames F. Shackelford has BS and MS degrees in Ceramic Engineering from the University of Washington and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. Following a postdoctoral fellowship at McMaster University in Canada, he joined the University of California, Davis, where he is currently Distinguished Professor Emeritus in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. For many years, he served as the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies in the College of Engineering and later as the Director of the University Honors Program that serves students from a wide spectrum of majors. Dr. Shackelford also served as Associate Director for Education for the National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded Center for Biophotonics Science and Technology (CBST) and as Faculty Assistant to the Director of the McClellan Nuclear Research Center (MNRC) of UC Davis. He teaches and conducts research in the structural characterization and pTable of Contents Materials for Engineering 1.1 The Material World 1.2 Materials Science and Engineering 1.3 Six Materials That Changed Your World STEEL BRIDGES—INTRODUCING METALS TRANSPARENT OXIDES—INTRODUCING CERAMICS SMARTPHONES AND TABLETS—INTRODUCING GLASSES NYLON PARACHUTES—INTRODUCING POLYMERS KEVLAR®-REINFORCED TIRES—INTRODUCINGCOMPOSITES SILICON CHIPS—INTRODUCING SEMICONDUCTORS 1.4 Processing and Selecting Materials 1.5 Looking at Materials by Powers of Ten PARTI: The Fundamentals Atomic Bonding 2.1 Atomic Structure 2.2 The Ionic Bond COORDINATION NUMBER 2.3 The Covalent Bond 2.4 The Metallic Bond 2.5 The Secondary, or van der Waals, Bond 2.6 Materials—The Bonding Classification Crystalline Structure—Perfection 3.1 Seven Systems and Fourteen Lattices 3.2 Metal Structures 3.3 Ceramic Structures Crystal Defects and Noncrystalline Structure—Imperfection 4.1 The Solid Solution—Chemical Imperfection 4.2 Point Defects—Zero-Dimensional Imperfections 4.3 Linear Defects, or Dislocations—One-Dimensional Imperfections 4.4 Planar Defects—Two-Dimensional Imperfections 4.5 Noncrystalline Solids—Three-Dimensional Imperfections Diffusion 5.1 Thermally Activated Processes 5.2 Thermal Production of Point Defects 5.3 Point Defects and Solid-State Diffusion 5.4 Steady-State Diffusion 5.5 Alternate Diffusion Paths Mechanical Behavior 6.1 Stress Versus Strain METALS CERAMICS AND GLASSES POLYMERS 6.2 Elastic Deformation 6.3 Plastic Deformation 6.4 Hardness 6.5 Creep and Stress Relaxation 6.6 Viscoelastic Deformation INORGANIC GLASSES ORGANIC POLYMERS ELASTOMERS Thermal Behavior 7.1 Heat Capacity 7.2 Thermal Expansion 7.3 Thermal Conductivity 7.4 Thermal Shock Failure Analysis and Prevention 8.1 Impact Energy 8.2 Fracture Toughness 8.3 Fatigue 8.4 Nondestructive Testing 8.5 Failure Analysis and Prevention Phase Diagrams—Equilibrium Microstructural Development 9.1 The Phase Rule 9.2 The Phase Diagram COMPLETE SOLID SOLUTION EUTECTIC DIAGRAM WITH NO SOLID SOLUTION EUTECTIC DIAGRAM WITH LIMITED SOLID SOLUTION EUTECTOID DIAGRAM PERITECTIC DIAGRAM GENERAL BINARY DIAGRAMS 9.3 The Lever Rule 9.4 Microstructural Development During Slow Cooling Time—The Third Dimension 10.1 Time—The Third Dimension 10.2 The TTT Diagram DIFFUSIONAL TRANSFORMATIONS DIFFUSIONLESS (MARTENSITIC) TRANSFORMATIONS HEAT TREATMENT OF STEEL 10.3 Hardenability 10.4 Precipitation Hardening 10.5 Annealing COLD WORK RECOVERY RECRYSTALLIZATION GRAIN GROWTH 10.6 The Kinetics of Phase Transformations for Nonmetals PART II: Materials and Their Applications Structural Materials—Metals, Ceramics, and Glasses 11.1 Metals FERROUS ALLOYS NONFERROUS ALLOYS 11.2 Ceramics and Glasses CERAMICS—CRYSTALLINE MATERIALS GLASSES—NONCRYSTALLINE MATERIALS GLASS-CERAMICS 11.3 Processing the Structural Materials PROCESSING OF METALS PROCESSING OF CERAMICS AND GLASSES Structural Materials—Polymers and Composites Polymers POLYMERIZATION STRUCTURAL FEATURES OF POLYMERS THERMOPLASTIC POLYMERS THERMOSETTING POLYMERS ADDITIVES 12.2 Composites FIBER-REINFORCED COMPOSITES AGGREGATE COMPOSITES PROPERTY AVERAGING MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF COMPOSITES 12.3 Processing the Structural Materials PROCESSING OF POLYMERS PROCESSING OF COMPOSITES Electronic Materials 13.1 Charge Carriers and Conduction 13.2 Energy Levels and Energy Bands 13.3 Conductors THERMOCOUPLES SUPERCONDUCTORS 13.4 Insulators FERROELECTRICS PIEZOELECTRICS 13.5 Semiconductors INTRINSIC, ELEMENTAL SEMICONDUCTORS EXTRINSIC, ELEMENTAL SEMICONDUCTORS COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTORS PROCESSING OF SEMICONDUCTORS SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES 13.6 Composites 13.7 Electrical Classification of Materials Optical and Magnetic Materials 14.1 Optical Materials OPTICAL PROPERTIES OPTICAL SYSTEMS AND DEVICES 14.2 Magnetic Materials FERROMAGNETISM FERRIMAGNETISM METALLIC MAGNETS CERAMIC MAGNETS Materials in Engineering Design 15.1 Material Properties—Engineering Design Parameters 15.2 Selection of Structural Materials—Case Studies MATERIALS FOR HIP- AND KNEE-JOINT REPLACEMENT METAL SUBSTITUTION WITH COMPOSITES 15.3 Selection of Electronic, Optical, and Magnetic Materials—Case Studies LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE GLASS FOR SMART PHONE AND TABLET TOUCHSCREENS AMORPHOUS METAL FOR ELECTRIC-POWERDISTRIBUTION 15.4 Materials and Our Environment ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION OF MATERIALS ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS OF DESIGN RECYCLING AND REUSE APPENDIX1: Physical and Chemical Data for the Elements APPENDIX 2: Atomic and Ionic Radii of the Elements APPENDIX 3: Constants and Conversion Factors and the Periodic Table of Elements APPENDIX 4: Properties of the Structural Materials APPENDIX 5: Properties of the Electronic, Optical, and Magnetic Materials APPENDIX 6: Glossary Answers to Practice Problems (PP) and Odd-Numbered Problems Index

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Book SynopsisWhat does the collapse of sub-prime lending have in common with a broken jackscrew in an airliner's tailplane? Or the oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico with the burn-up of Space Shuttle Columbia? These were systems that drifted into failure. While pursuing success in a dynamic, complex environment with limited resources and multiple goal conflicts, a succession of small, everyday decisions eventually produced breakdowns on a massive scale. We have trouble grasping the complexity and normality that gives rise to such large events. We hunt for broken parts, fixable properties, people we can hold accountable. Our analyses of complex system breakdowns remain depressingly linear, depressingly componential - imprisoned in the space of ideas once defined by Newton and Descartes. The growth of complexity in society has outpaced our understanding of how complex systems work and fail. Our technologies have gotten ahead of our theories. We are able to build things - deep-sea oil rigs, jaTrade Review'"Accidents come from relationships, not broken parts." Sidney Dekker's meticulously researched and engagingly written Drift into Failure: From Hunting Broken Parts to Understanding Complex Systems explains complex system failures and offers practical recommendations for their investigation and prevention from the combined perspectives of unruly technology, complexity theory, and post-Newtonian analysis. A valuable source book for anyone responsible for, or interested in, organizational safety.' Steven P. Bezman, Aviation safety researcher 'Dekker’s book challenges the current prevalent notions about accident causation and system safety. He argues that even now, what profess to be systemic approaches to explaining accidents are still caught within a limited framework of ’cause and effect’ thinking, with its origins in the work of Descartes and Newton. Instead, Dekker draws his inspiration from the science of complexity and theorises how seemingly reasonable actions at a local level may promulgate and proliferate in unseen (and unknowable) ways until finally some apparent system "failure" occurs. The book is liberally illustrated with detailed case studies to articulate these ideas. As with all Dekker’s books, the text walks a fine line between making a persuasive argument and provoking an argument. Love it or hate it, you can’t ignore it.' Don Harris, HFI Solutions Ltd 'Dekker's book contributes to the growing debate around the nature of retrospective investigations of safety-critical situations in complex systems. Both provocative and insightful, the author shines a powerful light on the severe limits of traditional linear approaches. His call for a diversity of voices and narratives, to deepen our understanding of accidents, will be welcomed in healthcare. Dekker’s proposal that we shift from going "down and in" to "up and out" suggests a paradigm shift in accident investigation.' Rob Robson, Healthcare System Safety and Accountability, CanadTable of ContentsContents: Preface; Failure is always an option; Features of drift; The legacy of Newton and Descartes; The search for the broken component; Theorizing drift; What is complexity and systems thinking?; Managing the complexity of drift; Bibliography; Index.

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Book SynopsisWritten for those less comfortable with science and mathematics, this text introduces the major chemical engineering topics for non-chemical engineers. With a focus on the practical rather than the theoretical, the reader will obtain a foundation in chemical engineering that can be applied directly to the workplace. By the end of this book, the user will be aware of the major considerations required to safely and efficiently design and operate a chemical processing facility. Simplified accounts of traditional chemical engineering topics are covered in the first two-thirds of the book, and include: materials and energy balances, heat and mass transport, fluid mechanics, reaction engineering, separation processes, process control and process equipment design. The latter part details modern topics, such as biochemical engineering and sustainable development, plus practical topics of safety and process economics, providing the reader with a complete guide. Case studies are included throughout, building a real-world connection. These case studies form a common thread throughout the book, motivating the reader and offering enhanced understanding. Further reading directs those wishing for a deeper appreciation of certain topics. This book is ideal for professionals working with chemical engineers, and decision makers in chemical engineering industries. It will also be suitable for chemical engineering courses where a simplified introductory text is desired.Table of ContentsIntroducing Processes; Working With Units; Chemistry Basics; Material and Energy Balances; Phase Behaviour; Heat and Mass Transport; Fluid Mechanics; Reaction Engineering; Separation Processes; Processes Instrumentation and Control; Process Equipment Design; Particle Mechanics; Biochemical Engineering; Safety; Sustainable Development; Process Economics; Process Plant Design; Operations; The Methanol Plant

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Book SynopsisMajor accidents are rare events due to the many barriers, safeguards and defences developed by modern technologies. But they continue to happen with saddening regularity and their human and financial consequences are all too often unacceptably catastrophic. One of the greatest challenges we face is to develop more effective ways of both understanding and limiting their occurrence. This lucid book presents a set of common principles to further our knowledge of the causes of major accidents in a wide variety of high-technology systems. It also describes tools and techniques for managing the risks of such organizational accidents that go beyond those currently available to system managers and safety professionals. James Reason deals comprehensively with the prevention of major accidents arising from human and organizational causes. He argues that the same general principles and management techniques are appropriate for many different domains. These include banks and insurance companies just as much as nuclear power plants, oil exploration and production companies, chemical process installations and air, sea and rail transport. Its unique combination of principles and practicalities make this seminal book essential reading for all whose daily business is to manage, audit and regulate hazardous technologies of all kinds. It is relevant to those concerned with understanding and controlling human and organizational factors and will also interest academic readers and those working in industrial and government agencies.Trade Review’The most important characteristic of Managing the Risks of Organizational Accidents is that it focuses on the organizational aspects of error, rather than simply focusing on the operator. This is an important shift in the principles of error management in the aviation environment and Professor Reason poses a number of interesting dilemmas for both managers and operators alike...provides some valuable insights into the nature of human performance in complex environments.’ Flight Safety, Australia ’...This book can help get the safety message across to everyone from the CEO down to the receptionist...well written and organized...members at any level of organization would benefit from this work: safety professionals, front line workers, safety theorists, regulators and academics would gain the most.’ Security Management ’...To call James Reason’s Managing the Risk of Organizational Accidents an important book would be an understatement, especially to those interested in getting to the root cause of major disasters.’ Incose Insight ’...because of its many similarities between preventing accidents and preventing security breaches, not only will security practitioners improve their understanding of myriad safety issues, but they will also be able to apply many of these concepts to their security duties...well written and organized.’ American Society for Industrial Security ’For the person who plans to read only one book on safety management in the next ten years, read Managing the Risks of Organizational Accidents. For the person who has read every book on safety management in the past ten years, well, you should read this one too. We are in the midst of the Age of Reason.’ Focus on Commercial Aviation Safety ’The book is well written and thoroughly enjoyable to read...recommended in particular to those who are in charge of regulating risks in industrial organizations and everyday life.’ Accident Analysis and PreventionTable of ContentsContents: Hazards, losses and defences; Defeating the defences; Dangerous defences; The human contribution; Maintenance can seriously damage your system; Navigating the safety space; A practical guide to error management; The regulator’s unhappy lot; Engineering a safety culture; Reconciling the different approaches to safety management.

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Book SynopsisThe ideal textbook for anyone working towards a career in aircraft maintenance engineeringWritten to meet the needs of aircraft maintenance certifying staff, this book covers the basic knowledge requirements of ECAR 66 (previously JAR-66) for all aircraft engineers within Europe. ECAR 66 regulations are being continuously harmonised with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements in the USA, making this book ideal for all aerospace students.ECAR 66 modules 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8 are covered in full and to a depth appropriate for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME). This book will also serve as a valuable reference for those taking programs in ECAR 147 and FAR 147 establishments. In addition, the necessary mathematics, aerodynamics and electrical principles have been included to meet the requirements of introductory aerospace engineering courses. To aid learning and to prepare readers for examinations, numerous written and multiple-choice questions areTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Introduction Scientific fundamentals Further mathematics Physics Electrical fundamentals Basic aerodynamics Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D Appendix E Appendix F Appendix G

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Introduction: From Mechanics to Biomechanics 2. Mechanical Properties of Biological Tissues 3. Orthopaedic Biomechanics: Stress Analysis 4. Orthopaedic Biomechanics: Multibody Analysis 5. Fundamentals of Mechanobiology 6. Bone Biomechanics 7. Muscle Biomechanics 8. Ligaments and Tendons Biomechanics 9. Cartilage Biomechanics 10. Meniscus Biomechanics 11. Intervertebral Disc Biomechanics 12. Biomechanics of the Hip Joint 13. Biomechanics of the Knee Joint 14. Biomechanics of the Spine 15. Biomechanics of the Shoulder Joint 16. Biomechanics of the Ankle Joint 17. Biomechanics of Wrist and Elbow 18. Biomaterials and Biocompatibility 19. Hip Prosthesis: Biomechanics and Design 20. Knee Prosthesis: Biomechanics and Design 21. Spinal Implants: Biomechanics and Design 22. Shoulder Prosthesis: Biomechanics and Design 23. Devices for Traumatology: Biomechanics and Design 24. Regeneration and Repair of Ligaments and Tendons 25. Biomechanical Requirements for Certification and Quality in Medical Devices 26. Clinical Evaluation of Orthopaedic Implants 27. Computer-Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery 28. Experimental Orthopaedic Biomechanics 29. Challenges in the Anatomical Modeling of the Musculoskeletal System 30. Joint Kinematics Through Instrumented Motion Analysis 31. Fluoroscopy 32. Finite Element Analysis in Orthopaedic Biomechanics 33. Rigid-Body and Musculoskeletal Models 34. The Use of Computational Models in Orthopaedic Biomechanical Research

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Book SynopsisThe study of materials is a major field of research that supports and drives innovation in technology. Using modern scientific techniques, materials scientists and engineers explore and manipulate materials, and create new ones with remarkable strength and extraordinary optical and electrical properties. In this Very Short Introduction, Christopher Hall looks at a wide range of materials, from steel, wood, and rubber, to gold, silicon, and graphene, describing how materials are used, how their properties arise from their internal structure, and how useful and novel things are made from them. He concludes by looking at how the global scale of materials consumption now threatens the goal of sustainability. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Table of Contents1. Gold, sand, and string ; 2. Close observation ; 3. Tough but slippery ; 4. Electric blue ; 5. Making stuff and making things ; 6. Such quantities of sand ; Further reading ; Index

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Book SynopsisThis introduction to the philosophy of technology discusses its sources and uses. Tracing the changing meaning of technology from ancient times to the modern day, it identifies two important traditions of critical analysis of technology: the engineering approach and the humanities approach.

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