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CRC Press Women in the Technology and Innovation Ecosystem
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CRC Press Engineering Mathematics with MATLAB
Book SynopsisThis textbook takes a streamlined, practical approach, designed to make engineering mathematics accessible and manageable for undergraduate students and instructors alike. Students will gain a fundamental understanding within the scope of a two-semester course.This textbook introduces students to the fundamental principles of engineering mathematics through concise explanations, systematically guiding them from the basics of first-order, second-order, and higher-order ordinary differential equations (ODEs), Laplace transforms, and series solutions of ODEs. It then transitions to more advanced topics, including linear algebra, linear system of ODEs, vector differential calculus and vector integral calculus, Fourier analysis, partial differential equations (PDEs), and concludes with complex numbers, complex functions, and complex integration. The book presents fundamental principles systematically with concise explanations. It features categorized key concepts, detailed soluti
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CRC Press Fundamentals of Construction Project Delivery Systems
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CRC Press Galbraiths Construction and Land Management Law for Students
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Managing IT Suppliers
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CRC Press Investigating Transport Accidents
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CRC Press Airmanship
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Cambridge University Press An Introduction to Python Programming for
Book SynopsisPython is one of the most popular programming languages, widely used for data analysis and modelling, and is fast becoming the leading choice for scientists and engineers. Unlike other textbooks introducing Python, typically organised by language syntax, this book uses many examples from across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth science, and Engineering to teach and motivate students in science and engineering. The text is organised by the tasks and workflows students undertake day-to-day, helping them see the connections between programming tools and their disciplines. The pace of study is carefully developed for complete beginners, and a spiral pedagogy is used so concepts are introduced across multiple chapters, allowing readers to engage with topics more than once. ?Try This!? exercises and online Jupyter notebooks encourage students to test their new knowledge, and further develop their programming skills. Online solutions are available for instructors, alongside discipline-specific homework problems across the sciences and engineering.Trade Review'This book provides an excellent introduction to the Python language especially targeted at those interested in carrying out calculations in the physical sciences. I especially like the strong coverage of graphics and of good coding practice.' Raymond Pierrehumbert, University of Oxford'An excellent introduction to Python for scientists and engineers. Much more than teaching you how to program with Python, it teaches you how to do science with Python.' Eric Shaffer, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign'Python has achieved an essential role in many disciplines within science, engineering, and beyond. Students and professionals are expected to be fluent in it, and (as I see in my daily job of helping users of a high-performance computing facility) they often struggle to reach that fluency. The authors have succeeded in the daunting task of writing a single book to help people reach a very advanced level of fluency, starting very gently and assuming no background. Unlike other books on the subject, An Introduction to Python Programming for Scientists and Engineers focuses on teaching for the intended end goal of scientists and engineers - investigating their scientific problems - not writing software for its own sake. I am looking forward to working with the generation who will learn how to program in Python using this book!' Davide Del Vento, NCAR Computational & Information Services Laboratory'An Introduction to Python Programming for Scientists and Engineers introduces programming in Python using evidence-based approaches to active learning. The exercises help both students and instructors identify misconceptions in programming, allowing students to build a strong foundation in Python programming. The book streamlines content such that there is a focus on mastering immediately useful concepts, normalizing errors, and demonstrating recovery.' Kari L. Jordan, Executive Director, The CarpentriesTable of ContentsPart I. Getting Basic Tasks Done: 1. Prologue: Preparing to Program; 2. Python as a Basic Calculator; 3. Python as a Scientific Calculator; 4. Basic Line and Scatter Plots; 5. Customized Line and Scatter Plots; 6. Basic Diagnostic Data Analysis; 7. Two-Dimensional Diagnostic Data Analysis; 8. Basic Prognostic Modeling; 9. Reading In and Writing Out Text Data; 10. Managing Files, Directories, and Programs; Part II. Doing More Complex Tasks: 11. Segue: How to Write Programs; 12. n-Dimensional Diagnostic Data Analysis; 13. Basic Image Processing; 14. Contour Plots and Animation; 15. Handling Missing Data; Part III. Advanced Programming Concepts: 16. More Data and Execution Structures; 17. Classes and Inheritance; 18. More Ways of Storing Information in Files; 19. Basic Searching and Sorting; 20. Recursion; Part IV. Going From a Program Working to Working Well; 21. Make it Usable to Others: Documentation and Sphinx; 22. Make it Fast: Performance; 23. Make it Correct: Linting and Unit Testing; 24. Make it Manageable: Version Control and Build Management; 25. Make it Talk to Other Languages.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Practical Reverse Engineering
Book SynopsisAnalyzing how hacks are done, so as to stop them in the future Reverse engineering is the process of analyzing hardware or software and understanding it, without having access to the source code or design documents. Hackers are able to reverse engineer systems and exploit what they find with scary results.Table of ContentsIntroduction xxiii Chapter 1 x86 and x64 1 Register Set and Data Types 2 Instruction Set 3 Syntax 4 Data Movement 5 Exercise 11 Arithmetic Operations 11 Stack Operations and Function Invocation 13 Exercises 17 Control Flow 17 System Mechanism 25 Address Translation 26 Interrupts and Exceptions 27 Walk-Through 28 Exercises 35 x64 36 Register Set and Data Types 36 Data Movement 36 Canonical Address 37 Function Invocation 37 Exercises 38 Chapter 2 ARM 39 Basic Features 40 Data Types and Registers 43 System-Level Controls and Settings 45 Introduction to the Instruction Set 46 Loading and Storing Data 47 LDR and STR 47 Other Usage for LDR 51 LDM and STM 52 PUSH and POP 56 Functions and Function Invocation 57 Arithmetic Operations 60 Branching and Conditional Execution 61 Thumb State 64 Switch-Case 65 Miscellaneous 67 Just-in-Time and Self-Modifying Code 67 Synchronization Primitives 67 System Services and Mechanisms 68 Instructions 70 Walk-Through 71 Next Steps 77 Exercises 78 Chapter 3 The Windows Kernel 87 Windows Fundamentals 88 Memory Layout 88 Processor Initialization 89 System Calls 92 Interrupt Request Level 104 Pool Memory 106 Memory Descriptor Lists 106 Processes and Threads 107 Execution Context 109 Kernel Synchronization Primitives 110 Lists 111 Implementation Details 112 Walk-Through 119 Exercises 123 Asynchronous and Ad-Hoc Execution 128 System Threads 128 Work Items 129 Asynchronous Procedure Calls 131 Deferred Procedure Calls 135 Timers 140 Process and Thread Callbacks 142 Completion Routines 143 I/O Request Packets 144 Structure of a Driver 146 Entry Points 147 Driver and Device Objects 149 IRP Handling 150 A Common Mechanism for User-Kernel Communication 150 Miscellaneous System Mechanisms 153 Walk-Throughs 155 An x86 Rootkit 156 An x64 Rootkit 172 Next Steps 178 Exercises 180 Building Confidence and Solidifying Your Knowledge 180 Investigating and Extending Your Knowledge 182 Analysis of Real-Life Drivers 184 Chapter 4 Debugging and Automation 187 The Debugging Tools and Basic Commands 188 Setting the Symbol Path 189 Debugger Windows 189 Evaluating Expressions 190 Process Control and Debut Events 194 Registers, Memory, and Symbols 198 Breakpoints 208 Inspecting Processes and Modules 211 Miscellaneous Commands 214 Scripting with the Debugging Tools 216 Pseudo-Registers 216 Aliases 219 Language 226 Script Files 240 Using Scripts Like Functions 244 Example Debug Scripts 249 Using the SDK 257 Concepts 258 Writing Debugging Tools Extensions 262 Useful Extensions, Tools, and Resources 264 Chapter 5 Obfuscation 267 A Survey of Obfuscation Techniques 269 The Nature of Obfuscation: A Motivating Example 269 Data-Based Obfuscations 273 Control-Based Obfuscation 278 Simultaneous Control-Flow and Data-Flow Obfuscation 284 Achieving Security by Obscurity 288 A Survey of Deobfuscation Techniques 289 The Nature of Deobfuscation: Transformation Inversion 289 Deobfuscation Tools 295 Practical Deobfuscation 312 Case Study 328 First Impressions 328 Analyzing Handlers Semantics 330 Symbolic Execution 333 Solving the Challenge 334 Final Thoughts 336 Exercises 336 Appendix Sample Names and Corresponding SHA1 Hashes 341 Index 343
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Engineering Design Methods
Book SynopsisA revised text that presents specific design methods within an overall strategy from concept to detail design The fifth edition of Engineering Design Methods is an improved and updated version of this very successful, classic text on engineering product design. It provides an overview of design activities and processes, detailed descriptions and examples of how to use key design methods, and outlines design project strategies and management techniques. Written by a noted expert on the topic, the new edition contains an enriched variety of examples and case studies, and up to date material on design thinking and the development of design expertise. This new edition opens with a compelling original case study of a revolutionary new city-car design by ex-Formula One designer Gordon Murray. The study illustrates the complete development of a novel design and brings to life the process of design, from concept through to prototype. The core of the book presents detailed instructions and examples for using design methods throughout the design process, ranging from identifying new product opportunities, through establishing functions and setting requirements, to generating, evaluating and improving alternative designs. This important book: Offers a revised and updated edition of an established, successful text on understanding the design process and using design methodsIncludes new material on design thinking and design ability and new examples of the use of design methodsPresents clear, detailed and illustrated presentations of eight key design methods in engineering product design Written for undergraduates and postgraduates across all fields of engineering and product design, the fifth edition of Engineering Design Methods offers an updated, substantial, and reliable text on product design and innovation.Table of ContentsIntroduction vii Part One: Design Fundamentals 1 1 The Activity of Design 3 What Designers Say 3 What Designers Do 5 Case Study 9 2 The Nature of Design 15 Design Problems 15 Problem Structures 18 How Designers Problem-Solve 21 3 The Process of Design 27 Descriptive Models 27 Prescriptive Models 30 Integrative Models 37 Part Two: Design Practice 41 4 Design Procedures 43 Systematic Procedures 43 Design Methods 44 Creative Methods 46 Rational Methods 53 5 Identifying Opportunities 57 The User Scenarios Method 58 6 Clarifying Objectives 73 The Objectives Tree Method 74 7 Establishing Functions 87 The Function Analysis Method 88 8 Setting Requirements 99 The Performance Specification Method 100 9 Determining Characteristics 113 The Quality Function Deployment Method 114 10 Generating Alternatives 129 The Morphological Chart Method 130 11 Evaluating Alternatives 143 The Weighted Objectives Method 144 12 Improving Details 161 The Value Engineering Method 162 13 Design Strategies 179 What is a Design Strategy? 179 Strategy Frameworks 183 Strategy Control 185 Learning to Design 186 Developing Expertise 188 Part Three: Design Thinking 191 14 Design and Innovation 193 Product Planning 193 Systems Design 198 References and Sources 203 Index 205
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Physics I 501 Practice Problems For Dummies Free
Book SynopsisOvercome your study inertia and polish your knowledge of physics Physics I: 501 Practice Problems For Dummies gives you 501 opportunities to practice solving problems from all the major topics covered you Physics I classin the book and online! Get extra help with tricky subjects, solidify what you've already learned, and get in-depth walk-throughs for every problem with this useful book. These practice problems and detailed answer explanations will help you succeed in this tough-but-required class, no matter what your skill level. Thanks to Dummies, you have a resource to help you put key concepts into practice. Work through practice problems on all Physics I topics covered in school classesStep through detailed solutions to build your understandingAccess practice questions online to study anywhere, any timeImprove your grade and up your study game with practice, practice, practiceThe material presented in Physics I: 501 Practice Problems For Dummies is an excellent resource for students, as well as parents and tutors looking to help supplement Physics I instruction. Physics I: 501 Practice Problems For Dummies (9781119883715) was previously published as Physics I Practice Problems For Dummies (9781118853153). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.Table of ContentsPart 1: The Questions 5 Chapter 1: Reviewing Math Fundamentals and Physics Measurements 7 Chapter 2: Moving along with Kinematics 11 Chapter 3: Moving in a Two-Dimensional World 17 Chapter 4: Pushing and Pulling: The Forces around You 23 Chapter 5: Slipping and Sliding: Motion and Forces 31 Chapter 6: Describing Rotational Motion 39 Chapter 7: Rotating Around in Different Loops 45 Chapter 8: Going with the Flow: Fluids 51 Chapter 9: Getting Some Work Done 57 Chapter 10: Picking Up Some Momentum with Impulse 65 Chapter 11: Rolling Around with Rotational Kinetics and Dynamics 73 Chapter 12: Bouncing with a Spring: Simple Harmonic Motion 87 Chapter 13: Heating Up with Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer 93 Chapter 14: Living in an Ideal World with the Ideal Gas Law 99 Chapter 15: Experiencing the Laws of Thermodynamics 103 Part 2: The Answers 109 Chapter 16: Answers 111 Index 413
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CRC Press Evaluation of Rail Technology A Practical Human
Book SynopsisRapid advancements in train control and in-cab technologies provide significant opportunities for rail operators to improve efficiency and enhance their operations. New technologies often provide elegant solutions to existing problems or new capabilities for the operator. However, new technologies may also represent a significant form of risk. Thus, it is important to balance the potential for significant improvement with justifiable concern about how the technology may unpredictably change the nature of the work. If a technology is designed and implemented without considering the substantive human factors concerns, that technology may lead to unintended consequences that can introduce safety issues and disrupt network performance. It is important to note that even a well-designed and beneficial technology may be rejected by the users who see it as a threat to their jobs, status or working conditions. This book discusses the issues surrounding rail technology and introduces a âtoolkitâ of human factors evaluation methods. The toolkit provides a practical and operationally focused set of methods that can be used by managers considering investing in technology, staff charged with implementing a technology, and consultants engaged to assist with the design and evaluation process. This toolkit can help to ensure that new rail technologies are thoughtfully designed, effectively implemented, and well received by users so that the significant investment associated with developing rail technologies is not wasted.Trade Review’This is not a beginner’s guide to Human Factors but then the rail industry is no longer a beginner. It is a technical book, rich in detail and insight, but also one that has itself been designed for Human Use. It is easy to read, being in equal part a railway book as much as it is a human factors one.’ Rail Professional, December 2013Table of ContentsForeword; Introduction: the promise and perils of new technology, Drew Dawson, Chris Bearman, Anjum Naweed and Gareth Hughes; Key technology-related human factors issues, Chris Bearman; Resistance to technology, Janette Rose and Chris Bearman; Effective user feedback: the practical value of mock-ups, Gareth Hughes, Airdrie Long, Anne Maddock and Chris Bearman; Qualitative research rules: using qualitative and ethnographic methods to access the human dimensions of technology, Kirrilly Thompson; Future enquiry: a participatory ergonomics approach to evaluating new technology, Verna Blewitt and Andrea Shaw; Using task analysis to inform the development and evaluation of new technologies, Janette Rose, Chris Bearman and Anjum Naweed; Evaluating your train simulator part I: the physical environment, Anjum Naweed, Ganesh Balakrishnan and Jillian Dorrian; Evaluating your train simulator part II: the task environment, Jillian Dorrian and Anjum Naweed; Applying the theories and measures of situation awareness to the rail industry, Janette Rose, Chris Bearman and Anne Maddock; Index.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Engineering Fundamentals
Book SynopsisEngineering Fundamentals is designed to meet the latest course requirements, and brings together the essential material from Roger Timings'' previous engineering texts: Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering, Fundamentals of Engineering, Basic Engineering Technology and General Engineering. A highly readable text is supported by numerous illustrations, learning objectives and exercises at the end of each chapter, making Engineering Fundamentals a complete student-focused course that is ideal for classroom, workshop and independent study.Table of ContentsPreface; General health and safety; Establishing effective working relationships; Handling engineering information; Engineering materials and heat treatment; Engineering drawing; Measuring; Marking out; Basic bench fitting; Drilling techniques and drilling machines; Centre lathe and turning techniques; Milling machines and milling techniques; Grinding machines and processes; Index
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Discover Excellence
Book SynopsisA facility-wide improvement initiative is expensive in terms of both time and money. Perhaps the most disappointing thing about them is that they often end up as temporary measures that may produce early results but are unsustainable in the long run. The unseen cost is that after they see such initiatives come and go, employees begin to see them as futile, temporary annoyances rather than the permanent improvements they are meant to be. The Shingo Model begins with culture informed by operational excellence principles that lead to an understanding of what aligns systems and tools and can set any organization on a path toward enterprise excellence with sustainable continuous improvement.The Shingo Model is not an additional program or another initiative to implement. Instead, it introduces Shingo Guiding Principles on which to anchor current initiatives. Ultimately, the Shingo Model informs a new way of thinking that creates theTable of ContentsChapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: Why Are We Here?Chapter 3: Defining BehaviorChapter 4: Characteristics of CultureChapter 5: Three Insights of Enterprise ExcellenceChapter 6: The Shingo ModelChapter 7: The Shingo Guiding PrinciplesChapter 8: Thought LeadershipChapter 9: New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc.: A Case Study that Informs the Shingo ModelChapter 10: Go and ObserveChapter 11: The Shingo Assessment ProcessChapter 12: Bringing It All Together
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Pearson Education Engineering Ethics
Book SynopsisFor use in undergraduate engineering programs incorporating ethics topics. Engineering Ethics serves as both a textbook and a resource for the study of engineering ethics. It is written to help future engineers be prepared for confronting and resolving ethical dilemmas that they might encounter during their professional careers.Table of Contents1 Introduction 1 1.1 Background Ideas 2 1.2 Why Study Engineering Ethics? 2 1.3 Engineering Is Managing the Unknown 3 1.4 Personal vs. Professional Ethics 4 1.5 The Origins of Ethical Thought 4 1.6 Ethics and the Law 4 1.7 Ethics Problems Are Like Design Problems 5 1.8 Case Studies 6 Summary 15 References 15 Problems 16 2 Professionalism and Codes of Ethics 18 2.1 Introduction 19 2.2 Is Engineering a Profession? 19 2.3 Codes of Ethics 24 Key Terms 33 References 34 Problems 34 3 Understanding Ethical Problems 37 3.1 Introduction 38 3.2 A Brief History of Ethical Thought 38 3.3 Ethical Theories 39 3.4 Non-Western Ethical Thinking 46 Key Terms 53 References 53 Problems 53 4 Ethical Problem-Solving Techniques 56 4.1 Introduction 57 4.2 Analysis of Issues in Ethical Problems 57 4.3 Line Drawing 59 4.4 Flow Charting 62 4.5 Confl ict Problems 63 4.6 An Application of Problem-Solving Methods: Bribery/Acceptance of Gifts 65 Key Terms 71 References 71 Problems 72 5 Risk, Safety, and Accidents 74 5.1 Introduction 75 5.2 Safety and Risk 75 5.3 Accidents 79 Key Terms 98 References 98 Problems 99 6 The Rights and Responsibilities of Engineers 103 6.1 Introduction 104 6.2 Professional Responsibilities 104 6.3 Professional Rights 106 6.4 Whistle-Blowing 108 Key Terms 120 References 120 Problems 121 7 Ethical Issues in Engineering Practice 124 7.1 Introduction 125 7.2 Environmental Ethics 125 7.3 Computer Ethics 127 7.4 Ethics and Research 135 Key Terms 143 References 143 Problems 144 8 Doing the Right Thing 150 References 155 Problems 155 APPENDIX A Codes of Ethics of Professional Engineering Societies 157 The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE) 157 National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) 158 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) 163 American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 164 American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE) 168 Japan Society of Civil Engineers 169 APPENDIX B Bibliography 172 General Books on Engineering Ethics 172 Journals with Articles on Engineering Ethics and Cases 173 Websites 173 Index 174
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Pearson Education Logistics Engineering Management
Book SynopsisTable of Contents 1. Introduction to Logistics 2. Reliability, Maintainability, and Availability Measures 3. The Measures of Logistics and System Support 4. Logistics and Supportability Analysis 5. Logistics in the System Design and Development 6. Logistics in the Production/Construction Phase 7. Logistics in the Utilization, Sustaining Support and Retirement Phases 8. Logistics Management Appendix A: Supplier Evaluation Checklist Appendix B: Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA) Appendix C: List of Abbreviations Index
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John Wiley & Sons Inc The Communicative Engineer
Book SynopsisTHE COMMUNICATIVE ENGINEER Application-oriented communication guidebook designed for engineering students and practitioners to improve their asking, listening, writing, speaking, and use of visuals Practicing engineers spend about half their time communicating ideas, facts, and feelings but invest only a small part of their formal education learning how to communicate. The Communicative Engineer addresses this gap. When used as a textbook for students or resource for practitioners, this book shows engineers in all disciplines how to use five communication modesasking, listening, writing, speaking, and visualsto participate in or lead successful engineering projects and achieve professional success and significance. Written by a highly qualified author with six decades of relevant experience, The Communicative Engineer: Illustrates, using examples, the benefits of communication knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSA) and the costs of poor com
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Amberley Publishing SS Great Britain
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - The story of Brunel's most famous ship and the people who knew her, using new archive sources.
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Hodder Education WJEC Level 12 Vocational Award Engineering
Book SynopsisThis popular Student Book has been revised and updated in line with WJEC''s new Level 1/2 Technical Award specification for first teaching from September 2022. Written by an experienced Engineering teacher and examiner, it offers high quality support you can trust.- Carefully designed to be accessible, flexible, practical and student-friendly.- Introduces students to many of the basic engineering skills and principles and gives them a good understanding of the subject area.- Shows students how to communicate effectively as an engineer via 3D drawing techniques and technical drawings as well as how to use and identify many tools, machines and pieces of equipment that are commonplace in the engineering world.- Includes new exam-style questions to help students practice and prepare for the exams.- Provides links to other relevant areas of the specification to encourage a more holistic understanding of topics.- Includes a variety of features to ensure students ge
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Drift into Failure
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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Taylor & Francis Inc Accounting in the Lean Enterprise
Book SynopsisDespite the obvious need for transparency, a company's Lean results can continue to hide behind the mask of traditional accounting and dilute the benefits of a Lean implementation. When your organization opts to go Lean, you must empower your accountants with Lean tools that serve the Lean mission.Winner of a Shingo Research and Professional Publication AwardAccounting in the Lean Enterprise: Providing Simple, Practical, and Decision-Relevant Information explains how to develop the information and financial reports that serve the needs of a Lean-minded business. It presents alternative methods of reporting, and includes a step-by-step guide for transitioning to Lean accounting methods. The book is divided into three parts: The Fundamentals of Lean as a Competitive Strategy The Nuts and Bolts of Lean Accounting Controls and Transition Walking you through Lean tools, activities, and philosophies, it addreTrade ReviewWhen the Lean accounting field coalesced at the first Lean Accounting Summit in 2005 the thought leaders realized that promoting Lean accounting concepts at the university level was critical to long term manufacturing success in the United States. Drs. Gloria McVay, Frances Kennedy, and Rosemary Fullerton have not only led that effort and emerged as leaders in the academic community; they are Lean thought leaders in their own right.Accounting in the Lean Enterprise: Providing Simple, Practical, and Decision-Relevant Information is an outstanding contribution to the Lean accounting body of work. Written in textbook style, it is a great learning resource that will be widely used in college classrooms, as well as in the manufacturing community. It is easy to read and understand, while comprehensively covering the entire scope of Lean accounting. It is easy to see this book becoming the standard tool that CFOs and Controllers will use to train and bring their entire accounting team along for the Lean journey. I highly recommend this outstanding book!—Bill Waddell, Lean Author and ConsultantThis is a must-have guide for all those wanting to leverage the power of Lean in their organization. The authors have done a tremendous job of capturing the essence of what Lean accounting is and how companies can use it to better understand and improve their business! The book is written in an easy-to-understand manner, with great examples and explanations of the various aspects of Lean accounting. It demonstrates how Lean accounting helps all levels of employees see and understand their business through a better lens than what the traditional accounting reports and processes offer.—Jan Brosnahan, Controls Division Controller for Watlow Electric Mfg Co.McVay, Kennedy, and Fullerton marshal up a long needed instructional book, closing a significant gap in the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of applying Lean accounting as a cornerstone for a successful Lean journey. Accounting in the Lean Enterprise: Providing Simple, Practical, and Decision-Relevant Information should be used by companies and universities alike to bridge this informational gap and give our future accountants and leaders required knowledge on managing financial, operational, and strategic decisions for our business organizations.—Jim Huntzinger, Founder and President of the Lean Accounting SummitRising out of the academic community, Accounting in the Lean Enterprise: Providing Simple, Practical, and Decision-Relevant Information provides legitimacy to what successful Lean CEO and CFO's know: we must move away from standard cost accounting to release the untapped human and financial value in our organizations!—Jean Cunningham, Jean Cunningham ConsultingAccounting in the Lean Enterprise: Providing Simple, Practical, and Decision-Relevant Information is a great learning tool for beginners, as well as a great reference book for the highly trained. The book begins at the start of the Lean accounting journey and ends with practical examples that are applicable on a daily basis.—Bill Stabler, Corporate Controller, Barry-Wehmiller, Inc.Accounting in the Lean Enterprise: Providing Simple, Practical, and Decision-Relevant Information is a concrete, actionable roadmap for those wanting to transform their internal reporting systems to support Lean manufacturing. The book is written from the perspective of ‘why it matters’ and ‘how to do it.’ In-depth examples provided are sure to guide the Lean journeys of those willing to explore more relevant accounting alternatives. —Staci Gunnell, CMA, Financial Global Operations Manager, ThermoFisher Scientific; Former Controller, AutolivTable of ContentsThe Fundamentals of Lean as a Competitive Strategy. Principles of Strategic Lean Thinking. Value Stream Management. The Nuts and Bolts of Lean Accounting. Principles of Lean Accounting. Value Stream Costing. Inventory Management. Capacity Management. Product Costs and Lean Decisions. Lean Planning. Measurement Selection and Alignment. Measurement and Lean Behavior. Controls and Transition. Leaning Accounting Processes. Transitioning to a Lean Accounting Reporting System.
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Amberley Publishing Rainhill Men Railway Pioneers
Book SynopsisTelling the story of the pioneering engineers behind the locomotives that took part in the iconic Rainhill trials.
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Springer New York User Guides Manuals and Technical Writing A Guide to Professional English Guides to Professional English
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Taylor & Francis Inc RSM Simplified
Book SynopsisAnderson and Whitcomb pick up where they left off in DOE Simplified with RSM Simplified -- a practical tool for design of experiments that anyone with a minimum of technical training can understand and appreciate. Their approach is simple and fun for those who desire knowledge on response surface methods but are put off by the academic nature of other books on the topic. RSM Simplified keeps formulas to a minimum and makes liberal use of figures, charts, graphs, and checklists. It offers many relevant examples with amusing sidebars and do-it-yourself exercises that will lead readers to the peak potential for their product quality and process efficiency.Trade Review"RSM Simplified is a thorough but succinct overview of response surface methods. It equips the typical engineer or industrial scientist with all that he will need to start using these powerful optimization techniques..." -John D. Guerin, Ph.D., President, Turning Points Management Consulting, Inc."Anderson and Whitcomb have done it again. The perfect companion to their DOE Simplified, RSM Simplified leads the practitioner through the potentially dry and complicated subject of response surface methodology with ease. There are plenty of real-world examples and generous illustrations to detail current best practice in RSM. What truly sets their book apart, however, is the relaxed style and the liberal inclusion of anecdotes and historical perspectives which, without compromises in statistical rigor, gives the work a light, even entertaining quality. I highly recommend this book for Six Sigma and Design for Six Sigma Black Belts - indeed anyone - with responsibilities for modeling and optimizing processes. "-Thomas A. Scripps, Scripps & Associates, PC"This book is perfect introductory material for quality and Six Sigma professionals who need to learn the tools for identifying critical process parameters and optimizing their processes."-Shin Ta Liu, Lynx Systems, San Diego, CA (in Quality Progress magazine)Table of ContentsPreface. Chapter 1: Introduction to the Beauty of Response Surface Methods. Chapter 2: Lessons to Learn from Happenstance Regression. Chapter 3: Factorials to set the stage for more glamorous RSM Designs. Chapter 4: Central Composite Design: Stars Added-RSM Show Begins. Chapter 5: Three-Level Designs. Chapter 6: Finding your sweet spot for multiple responses. Chapter 7: Computer-generated optimal designs. Chapter 8: Everything you should know about CCDs (but dare not ask!). Chapter 9: RSM for Six Sigma. Chapter 10: Other Applications for RSM. Chapter 11: Applying RSM to Mixtures. Glossary. References. About the authors. Index.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics
Book SynopsisBuilding on the success of previous editions, the 4th edition of Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics' provides a comprehensive and up to date introduction to the field. The new edition places the subject matter into a system context using a human-machine model to structure the chapters and a knowledge application model to structure the organisation of material in each chapter. Every chapter covers: Core Concepts, Basic Applications, Tools and Processes, and System Integration issues regardless of topic. Includes over 200 exercises and essays (at least ten per chapter). An Instructor's Manual, A Guide to Tutorials and Seminars and and over 500 powerpoint slides are available for academic users from the publisher. All chapters contain HFE Workshop' sections with practical guidance and worked examples. Please see the TOC for more information.Trade Review"The most important thing I found in this book is the selection of topics. I should say Dr. Bridger gave the foremost emphasis on the inclusion of specific topics for future students and researchers who may be interested to contribute the knowledge in the betterment of the society. So, the interesting part of this book, in each chapter there is a section where the author identifies the integration of specific topic with its system component.I am definite, in near future, this book will be treated as the most dependable text book for students and at the same time as the most helpful guide for researchers."— Somnath Gangopadhyay, University of Calcutta, IndiaTable of ContentsPrologue: Human Factors and Ergonomics in Systems Design and Project Management. Human Factors and Ergonomics from the Earliest Times to the Present. The Body as a Mechanical System. Anthropometry, Workstation and Facilities Design. Standing and Sitting at Work. Repetitive Tasks. Risk Assessment and Task Design. Design of Manual Handling and Load Carriage Tasks. Work Capacity, Stress, Fatigue and Recovery. Job Demands, Health and Well-being for a Changing Population. Working in hot and Cold Climates. The Visual Environment. Measurement and Design. Hearing, Sound, Noise and Vibration. The Mind at Work: Intention, Action and Interpretation. Displays and Controls. Interactive Devices and the Internet. HFE in Accident Investigation and Safety Management. System Stability and Sustainability. Appendix A. Glossary. References. Index.
£92.14
Taylor & Francis Inc 20 Keys to Workplace Improvement
Book Synopsis20 Keys has helped many manufacturing companies integrate the top manufacturing improvement methods into a coordinated system for drastic and continual improvement in involvement, quality, and productivity. This program provides the strategies necessary to achieve ambitious goals through a five-level scoring system.The revised edition is improved with upgraded criteria for the five-level scoring system to guide your company to world-class status. New material and updated layout make implementation even easier. Two valuable case studies demonstrate effective use by both a Japanese company and an American manufacturer.Trade Review"This is the first work I have read that sets a structure and framework for organizations to follow if they wish to revolutionize the workplace. Kobayashi has removed the mystery of how to accomplish major improvement in a business. His insight is true genius!"--John Sutter, VP of Manufacturing, National Rubber Company, Inc. June 2004"An extraordinarily powerful book...pulls together all the strands of world class manufacturing into a package which is readily understandable at all levels of an organization. By using simple drawings Kobayashi truly demonstrates that 'every picture speaks a thousand words' and in the process produces a methodology which ensures that everyone will work together for the common good. Not only does it inspire; it also shows how to achieve."--Peter D. Wickens, Centre for Achievement in Manuf. Mgmt, U. of Sunderland, June 2004Table of ContentsPublisher's Message, Preface, Introduction, Key 1: Cleaning and Organizing, Key 2: Rationalizing the System/Management of Objectives, Key 3: Improvement Team Activities, Key 4: Reducing Inventory (Shortening Lead Times), Key 5: Quick Changeover Technology, Key 6: Manufacturing Value Analysis (Methods Improvement), Key 7: Zero Monitor Manufacturing, Key 8: Coupled Manufacturing, Key 9: Maintaining Equipment, Key 10: Time Control and Commitment, Key 11: Quality Assurance System, Key 12: Developing Your Suppliers, Key 13: Eliminating Waste (Treasure Map), Key 14: Empowering Workers to Make Improvements, Key 15: Skill Versatility and Cross-Training, Key 16: Production Scheduling, Key 17: Efficiency Control, Key 18: Using Microprocessors, Key 19: Conserving Energy and Materials, Key 20: Leading Technology and Site Technology, Postscript: Implementing the 20 Keys, Appendixes, About the Author, Index
£52.99
Artech House Publishers Introduction to Electronic Defense Systems, Third
Book SynopsisOver the past decade, new cutting-edge technologies have drastically changed the way radar and electronic warfare systems are implemented. This extensively revised and expanded edition of an Artech House bestseller delivers the most up-to-date overview of electronic defense systems. Bringing practitioners up-to-speed with the latest technological advances, the Third Edition details a completely new method of implementing these modern systems. Moreover, this edition is packed with updated illustrations of key assets, including aircraft, ships, and radars. Readers get a solid understanding of how sophisticated electronic warfare weapon systems work, and how these weapons can be intercepted and electronically jammed. From search and tracking radar, IR systems, and communication systems… to electronic intercept systems, countermeasures, and counter-countermeasures, the book explores a broad spectrum of defense equipment. It explains how these systems operate, the advantages and drawbacks of each system, and the theories on which these systems are based. This authoritative resource includes 180 illustrations and 400 equations that support key topics throughout the book.Trade ReviewThe first edition of the classic, Introduction to Electronic Defense Systems, was published in 1991, the second in 2006 and this, the 3rd, in 2018, thus clearly demonstrating the point author Filippo Neri makes about the increasing pace and impressive evolution of such technologies. The 3rd edition continues the pattern established in the earlier editions with the initial chapter providing an expanded overview of electronic defense systems and new concepts, threats and opportunities including cyber and Cyber Electromagnetic Activities. As such these 36 pages provide the context to understand the technological issues in the remaining 7 Chapters. Not unexpectedly, these are sometimes necessarily brief introductions to complex issues. However, besides providing context for what follows, they serve to whet the appetite of the reader and encourage further study. The up-to-date and comprehensive references complement this process well. The chapter running order is Electronic Defense; Sensors; Weapon Systems; Electronic Intercept Systems, Electronic Countermeasure Systems; Electronic Counter-Countermeasure Systems; New Electronic Defense Techniques and Technologies, and Design and Evaluation Criteria. The author notes that formulas and mathematical theory have been reduced to a minimum; that may well have been the intent but the 3rd edition includes 180 illustrations and around 400 equations! The book remains very readable throughout, with excellent diagrams and explanations of everything covered by a true master in the field and a great communicator. As mentioned, the structure of the 3rd edition follows that of the 2nd edition with additional material on new concepts and materials e.g. Artificial Intelligence and Gallium Nitride, to name just two. The 3rd edition is an evolution of the early editions and that makes perfect sense. The new edition is primarily aimed at those who are entering the world of Electronic Systems (Electronic Warfare, Signals Intelligence, CEMA, ISR, Navigation and NAVWAR, etc.) in a technical sense and deserves a place in everyone's personal library and in the industry. Given the accelerating pace of innovation, global threats and opportunities, there is likely to be an increasing audience for this book and others like it, covering warfare in the Electromagnetic manoeuvre warfare space, or EME / EM Domain. As the name implies, the book uses US terminology which diverged from NATO terminology some 25 years ago, but remained broadly comparable. However that changed very significantly in 2007 when the NATO Military Committee signed off a document on the future transformation of NATO Electronic Warfare (MCM-0142 27 Nov 2007); the major thrust of the new policy and concept was to recognise the Electromagnetic Environment (EME) as an operational environment or domain like all the others (Land, Air Maritime, etc) where the full range of manoeuvre activities - offence, defence, shaping, exploitation, management, etc. – take place. Provided the non-US NATO, and potentially other, reader understands this, Introduction to Electronic Defense Systems is an invaluable and outstanding guide and technical handbook. It is an ideal introduction for those who are starting in the field as system designers; to users and potential users, and to all concerned now or in the next decade in the procurement of such systems. These are exactly the target audiences identified in the Author's Preface. The author concludes the Preface with a wish that readers will find the book useful. I have no doubt that readers will in fact find the book invaluable and essential reading to help them for many years in making progress in their chosen careers. -- John Clifford * Wing Commander OBE MBCS CEng CITP RAF (Retd) *Table of ContentsElectronic Defense. Sensors. Weapon Systems. Electronic Intercept Systems. Electronic Countermeasures Systems. Electronic Counter-Countermeasures Systems. New Electronic Defense Techniques and Technologies. Design and Evaluation Criteria.
£104.25
Artech House Publishers Anechoic Range Design for Electromagnetic
Book SynopsisAs technologies for wireless communications, including 5G and Internet of Things (IoT), require more complex antennas, practitioners need more information on the best methods to perform measurements on these different types of antennas. This exciting resource provides guidance on the proper design of indoor ranges for RF antenna measurements. The important aspects of specifying the range or resources needed in a development program are explored. Analysis of existing ranges to determine their suitability for performing specific test that a user of the range may require is also introduced. Readers find in-depth coverage of the design of ranges and how to evaluate the error contributions of the range and the best approach to measure a system, antenna, or other radiating hardware. The book provides information on selecting the right range to make a specific type of measurement and understanding for an RF absorber. Matlab scripts are also included to help readers estimate the performance of an RF absorber. Readers will be able to estimate the required space for a given type of measurement, as well as identify what type of range is the better choice, based on physical limitations and economics. Simple rules for the design of an anechoic chamber, based on the required accuracy and parameters to be measured are described. Packed with examples and references, this book is a prime reference for any practitioner that uses or designs facilities for the measurement of electromagnetic energy.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Basic Electromagnetics; Antenna Measurments; RF Absorber; RF Shielding; Anechoic Ranges for Far Field Measurements; Anechoic Ranges for Near Field Measurements; Anechoic Ranges for Compact Range Measurements; Anechoic Ranges for RCS Measurements; Anechoic Ranges for Aircraft Weather Radar Radome; Anechoic Ranges for EMC Measurements; Specialty Ranges
£104.25
Artech House Publishers Signal Processing for Passive Bistatic Radar
Book SynopsisThis cutting-edge resource introduces the basic concepts of passive bistatic radar, such as bistatic geometry, bistatic radar equation and analysis of different illuminating signals. These techniques, although known for almost a century, have not been developed intensively for decades, mainly due to technical limitations, but today, the passive radar concept can be realized in practice, and is of great interest for military and civilian users. This book provides insight into understanding the potential and limitations of passive radar systems, as well as the differences between signal processing in active and passive radar. Each of the signal processing stages typically applied in passive radar is described, including digital beamforming, clutter removal, target detection, localization and tracking. These concepts are illustrated with both simulated and measured data along with examples of passive radar systems. Correlation processing, which is crucial for passive radar operation, is presented, as well as practical approaches for calculating the cross-ambiguity function. The problems of range and velocity-cell migration are also introduced. The book analyzes and compares different antenna array geometries to show readers the appropriate solution for a particular scenario of passive radar. Cartesian tracking is also presented, based on the extended Kalman filter. Parallel and sequential updating approaches are introduced and compared. These concepts are illustrated with both simulated and measured data along with examples of passive radar systems, making this book useful for both novice and advanced practitioners.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Passive bistatic radar principles; Digital beamforming; Correlation processing; Clutter filtering; Detection and estimation; Bistatic tracking; Target localization; Cartesian tracking; Examples of passive radar systems; Conclusions.
£93.00
Artech House Publishers RF Electronics for Electronic Warfare: 2019
Book SynopsisThis exciting new resource investigates the function of RF communication in electronic warfare systems. The book provides in-depth coverage of how RF signals must be constructed to perform jamming missions, which prevent a receiver from properly extracting a target signal. Technical descriptions of oscillators and modulators, which generate the RF signals, are presented and explored. Power supplies that generate adequate power for fueling high power amplifiers are also described and their operations investigated. Oscillator basics, including principles of oscillator operation, phase locked loop synthesizers and direct digital synthesis are examined. Fundamentals of RF communications, including power supplies for RF power amplifiers, are included, making it useful for both novice and advanced practitioners. Written by a prominent expert in the field, this authoritative book is the first available that combines the topics of electronic warfare and oscillator design and analysis.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Modulation and Modulators; EW Exciters; Introduction to RF Amplifiers; Semiconductor Technologies; BJT Amplifiers; MOSFET Amplifiers; Biasing Active Devices; RF Power Amplifiers; Amplifier Stability; Power Amplifier Linearity; Thermal Management of RF Power Amplifiers; Power Supplies for RF Power Amplifiers.
£101.15
Bellwether Media Trains
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£9.49
Texas A&M University Press Power: How the Electric Co-op Movement Energized
Book SynopsisAccording to author Joe Holley, the story of the Texas Electric Cooperatives, a collective of some 76 member-owned electric providers throughout the state, is a story of neighborliness and community, grit and determination, and persuasion and political savvy. It's the story of a grassroots movement that energized rural Texas.
£27.96
Royal Society of Chemistry Chemical Engineering Explained: Basic Concepts
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
£56.99
Fox Chapel Publishers International 3D Printers A Beginners Guide 2nd Revised and
Book SynopsisThis must-have book will guide you through your first steps in 3D printing at home. Get started with a solid overview of concepts and techniques and learn the basics of 3D construction with essential information on data files, programs, and software, such as 3ds Max, Rhinoceros 5, ZBrushCore, SolidWorks, Sketchup Make, Blender, and more.
£16.14
SciTech Publishing Inc Radar Foundations for Imaging and Advanced
Book SynopsisThrough courses taught internally at the Institute for Defense Analysis, Dr. Roger Sullivan has devised a book that brings readers fully up to speed on the most essential quantitative aspects of general radar in order to introduce study of the most exciting and relevant applications to radar imaging and advanced concepts: Synthetic Aperture Radar (4 chapters), Space-time Adaptive Processing, moving target indication (MTI), bistatic radar, low probability of intercept (LPI) radar, weather radar, and ground-penetrating radar. Whether you are a radar novice or experienced professional, this is an essential reference that features the theory and practical application of formulas you use in radar design every day. With this book, you are taken step-by-step through the development of modern airborne microwave radar, up to the cutting edge of emergent technologies including new results on theoretical 2D and 3D SAR point-spread functions (PSF) and current discussions concerning dechirp/deskew processing, layover in SAR images, vibrating targets, foliage penetration, image quality parameters, and more. Plus, for students of electrical engineering, physics, and radar, this book provides the best source of basic airborne radar understanding, as well as a broad introduction to the field of radar imaging.Table of Contents Part I: Radar Fundamentals Chapter 1: Introduction to Radar Chapter 2: Radar Systems Chapter 3: Interaction of Radar Systems with the External Environment Chapter 4: Elementary Radar Signal Processing Chapter 5: Angle Measurement Part II: Imaging Radar Chapter 6: Introduction to Imaging Radar Chapter 7: Synthetic Aperture Radar Chapter 8: SAR/ISAR Digital Imagery Chapter 9: Target Recognition in SAR/ISAR Imagery Part III: Pulse-Doppler and MTI Radar Chapter 10: Pulse-Doppler Radar Chapter 11: Observation of Moving Targets by an Airborne Radar Part IV: Special Radar Topics Chapter 12: Space-Time Adaptive Processing Chapter 13: Bistatic Radar and Low-Probability-of-Intercept Radar Chapter 14: Weather Radar and Ground-Penetrating Radar
£999.99
Springer Nature Switzerland AG X-Planes from the X-1 to the X-60: An Illustrated
Book SynopsisForeword by Dr. Roger D. Launius, Former NASA Chief Historian For the past 75 years, the U.S. government has invested significant time and money into advanced aerospace research, as evidenced by its many experimental X-plane aircraft and rockets. NASA's X-Planes asks a simple question: What have we gained from it all? To answer this question, the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the X-plane’s long history, from the 1946 X-1 to the modern X-60. The chapters describe not just the technological evolution of these models, but also the wider story of politics, federal budgets, and inter-agency rivalries surrounding them. The book is organized into two sections, with the first covering the operational X-planes that symbolized the Cold War struggle between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R, and the second section surveying post-Cold War aircraft and spacecraft. Featuring dozens of original illustrations of X-plane cross-sections, in-flight profiles, close-ups, and more, this book will educate general readers and specialists alike.Table of ContentsChapter 1. High-speed and high-altitude flight: The first X-planes.- Chapter 2. Specific improvements: Technology demonstrators.- Chapter 3. Prelude to the High Frontier: Early space vehicles.- Chapter 4. Flight testing for combat: Military vehicles.- Chapter 5. Aerodynamics and engines: NASA’s research agenda.- Chapter 6. Beyond the horizon: Access to space.- Index.
£23.00
Springer International Publishing AG Scattering Analysis of Periodic Structures using Finite-Difference Time-Domain Method
Book SynopsisPeriodic structures are of great importance in electromagnetics due to their wide range of applications such as frequency selective surfaces (FSS), electromagnetic band gap (EBG) structures, periodic absorbers, meta-materials, and many others. The aim of this book is to develop efficient computational algorithms to analyze the scattering properties of various electromagnetic periodic structures using the finite-difference time-domain periodic boundary condition (FDTD/PBC) method. A new FDTD/PBC-based algorithm is introduced to analyze general skewed grid periodic structures while another algorithm is developed to analyze dispersive periodic structures. Moreover, the proposed algorithms are successfully integrated with the generalized scattering matrix (GSM) technique, identified as the hybrid FDTD-GSM algorithm, to efficiently analyze multilayer periodic structures. All the developed algorithms are easy to implement and are efficient in both computational time and memory usage. These algorithms are validated through several numerical test cases. The computational methods presented in this book will help scientists and engineers to investigate and design novel periodic structures and to explore other research frontiers in electromagnetics. Table of Contents: Introduction / FDTD Method and Periodic Boundary Conditions / Skewed Grid Periodic Structures / Dispersive Periodic Structures / Multilayered Periodic Structures / ConclusionsTable of ContentsIntroduction.- FDTD Method and Periodic Boundary Conditions.- Skewed Grid Periodic Structures.- Dispersive Periodic Structures.- Multilayered Periodic Structures.- Conclusions.
£26.59
Springer International Publishing AG Supply Chain Segmentation: Best-in-Class Cases,
Book SynopsisThis book addresses the challenges companies face when different customer value propositions require them to pursue a differentiated supply chain strategy. It provides practical insights on how to achieve successful supply chain segmentation and presents the benefits this can yield for companies on the basis of best-in-class industry case studies from Gardena, Philips Luminaire, Siemens Healthcare and Volvo Construction Equipment. Drawing on these examples, it provides recommendations and solutions on how to define supply chain segmentation, and how to set up and implement a transformation program. Furthermore, it presents an in-depth discussion of the current theoretical background of supply chain segmentation and introduces the current trends and available frameworks. Offering readers specific, pragmatic guidance on the main challenges and opportunities and proposing ways to effectively measure efficiency and performance, the book concludes with the do’s, don’ts and most important aspects to keep in mind when considering an end-to-end segmentation. Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Supply Chain Segmentation Scientific Frameworks.- McKinsey Supply Chain Segmentation Framework.- Philips Segmentation Case Study.- The Supply Chain Segmentation Journey of Volvo CE.- Gardena's Segmentation in a Volatile and Seasonal Market.- Supply Chain Segmentation at Siemens Healthineers.- Steps to Success.
£999.99
Springer International Publishing AG Innovation for Engineers: Developing Creative and
Book SynopsisThis book teaches readers the fundamentals of innovation and reduces them to practice in the context of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. It is a new, fresh look at learning and practicing innovation at the individual level, based on scientific knowledge and in the context of the 21st Century. The first chapter introduces the topic and describes the author’s perspective. Next, an overview of the 21st Century landscape and innovation is presented, as well as a discussion of positioning oneself to stay relevant and fulfilled during the course of one’s career. The third chapter teaches how to think creatively by learning the basics of creative thinking processes. The next chapter builds on creative thinking and describes innovation methods, including design, lateral, and systems thinking, and blue ocean strategies. Examples of organizations with a long history of innovation are presented, followed by ideas on measuring and tracking the innovativeness of organizations. The fifth chapter brings the concepts together to teach about launching an innovation project, particularly in the context of startups. The conclusion summarizes the takeaways. This book is written for engineering students and professionals, but can also be used by those in other disciplines by adapting the engineering analogies.Table of ContentsChap1: Introduction.- Chap2: Innovation and Entrepreneurship.- Chap3: The Innovative Mind.- Chap4: Innovation Methods.- Chap5: Identifying, Qualifying and Financing Opportunities.- Chap6: Conclusion.
£89.99
Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Rules of Thumb in Engineering Practice
Book SynopsisAn immense treasure trove containing hundreds of equipment symptoms, arranged so as to allow swift identification and elimination of the causes. These rules of thumb are the result of preserving and structuring the immense knowledge of experienced engineers collected and compiled by the author - an experienced engineer himself - into an invaluable book that helps younger engineers find their way from symptoms to causes. This sourcebook is unrivalled in its depth and breadth of coverage, listing five important aspects for each piece of equipment: * area of application * sizing guidelines * capital cost including difficult-to-find installation factors * principles of good practice, and * good approaches to troubleshooting. Extensive cross-referencing takes into account that some items of equipment are used for many different purposes, and covers not only the most familiar types, but special care has been taken to also include less common ones. Consistent terminology and SI units are used throughout the book, while a detailed index quickly and reliably directs readers, thus aiding engineers in their everyday work at chemical plants: from keywords to solutions in a matter of minutes.Table of ContentsThe Overall Process Transportation Energy Exchange Homogeneous Phase Separations Heterogeneous Phase Separations Reactors Mixing Size Reduction Size Enlargement Process Vessels Appendix Index
£107.91
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Logistics Systems Analysis
Book Synopsis"… a well structured and documented book that certainly reflects the new era of logistics." Journal of the Operational Research Society (of a previous edition) Expanded edition includes new research results and numerous modifications to enhance comprehensiveness and clarity. Two new sections, a new appendix, and more than half a dozen new figures. Provides new concept for an integrated examination of logistics systems Features "reasonable" solutions requiring as little information as possibleTable of ContentsThe Use of Succinct Models and Data Summaries.- Cost.- Optimization Methods: One-to-One Distribution.- One-to-Many Distribution.- One-To-Many Distribution with Transshipments.- Many-To-Many Distribution.
£113.99
Universities Press 50 Years of Space
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£74.09
Springer Verlag, Singapore Intelligent Manufacturing
Book SynopsisThis book introduces intelligent manufacturing system planning, design, and implementation, through the deep integration of the Internet, big data, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing process, to promote the transformation and upgrading of enterprises. This book shows the implementation of intelligent manufacturing process with 12 benchmarking enterprises, discusses the planning, implementation, and control of intelligent manufacturing system technology and method of theory, and analyzes the five hierarchies of intelligent manufacturing system, the five stages of life cycle, and five kinds of intelligent depth. The content can cultivate the reader's vocational ability to develop intelligent solutions and implementation based on complex, uncertain environment needs. This book will be interesting and useful to a wide readership in the various fields of management, information science, and engineering science.Table of ContentsBackground, basic concept and method.- Spatial hierarchy dimension of Intelligent manufacturing.- Life cycle dimension of Intelligent manufacturing.- Intelligent feature dimension of Intelligent manufacturing.- Comprehensive implementation path of Intelligent manufacturing.- Future research and development direction.
£56.99
Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Mechanical Properties of Nanocrystalline Materials
Book SynopsisThis book concentrates on both understanding and development of nanocrystalline materials. The original relation which connects grain size and strength known as the Hall-Petch relation is studied in the nanometer grain size region. The breakdown of such a relation is a challenge. Why and how to overcome? Is the dislocation mechanism still operating when the grain size is very small approaching the amorphous limit? How do we go from the microstructure information to the continuum description of the mechanical properties.Trade Review"Ever since the development of novel processes to produce nanocrystalline materials, researchers have been active in enhancing mechanical properties by tailoring the material microstructure and composition. This is a seminal book edited by Professor James C. M. Li, the most authoritative scientist on the subject. It would be of great value to students, teachers and researchers working in the field of materials science and engineering."—Dr. B. B. Rath, Naval Research Laboratory, USATable of ContentsForewordPrefaceMechanisms Governing the Plastic Deformaton of Nanocrystalline Materials, Including Grain-Size Sotening Hans Conrad and Jay NarayanEnhanced Mechanical Propertes of Nanostructured Metals Produced by SPD Techniques Ruslan Z. Valiev and Terence G. LangdonStrength and Strain-Rate Sensitvity of Nanopolycrystals Ronald W. ArmstrongA Composite Model of Nanocrystalline Materials George J. WengThe Effect of Microstructural Features on the Mechanical Properties of Nanocrystalline Metals Zbigniew Pakiela, Malgorzata Lewandowska, and Krzysztof J. KurzydlowskiMechanical Behavior and Deformaon Mechanism of FCC Metals With Nanoscale Twins L. Lu and K. LuGrain Boundaries in Nanocrystalline Materials James C. M. LiDynamic Mechanical Behavior of Ultrafine and Nanocrystalline Refractory Metals Qiuming Wei and Laszlo J. KecskesFracture Behavior of Nanocrystalline Ceramics Ilya A. Ovid’ko and Alexander G. SheinermanOn Challenging Problems in Bridging the Scales From the Atomisic to the Contnuum Mohammed CherkaouiSubject IndexName Index
£72.19
MIT Press Robot Ethics
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£14.39
Elsevier Science Exploring Engineering
£69.26
Taylor & Francis Ltd Visual Workplace Visual Thinking
Book SynopsisVisual Workplace/Visual Thinking (VWVT) was written by the acknowledged leading expert in workplace visuality. While other books touch upon visual workplace tools and practices, no other author has addressed the topic with the clarity and depth presented here. This is a seminal book, considered by many the definition of the field itself. First published by a small, independent press in 2005, the book won the prestigious Shingo Research Prize in the same year. It was then and remains the only book of its kind that describes the conceptual and practical foundation for workplace visuality, derived from dozens of hands-on implementations in some of the worldâs best or most challenging companies. Written not by an academic, but by a hands-on practitioner who has worked for three decades with companies in various phases of visual transformation, the work carries the reader from the usual starting point of 5S through to the full power of the visual-lean alliance. The bookâs 11 chapters are in four sections. The first defines the visual workplace in relation to operational excellence, along with the eight building blocks of visual thinking. The next section, which targets the cultural conversion, is unexpectedly thrilling as it describes the genuine transformation of both company and employee which is at the heart of every visual conversion. Section 3 maps the logic and sequence of Dr. Galsworthâs 10-Doorway template as you learn about the visual side of 5S, visual standards, visual scheduling, visual material control, visual metrics, visual problem-solving, visual leadership as well as the visual machine and visual-lean office. The final section of VTVW places visual management within the visual continuum, shows you how to use the ten doorways to assess your own company, and concludes with a discussion of the visual-lean alliance, illustrated through a conversion case study.With over 25 full-color albums of visual solutions, 50+ graphs and charts, a detailed table of contents and in-depth Index, this 277-page book positions the technologies of the visual workplace as a premier improvement strategy on every companyâs journey to operational excellence. Trade Review"Galsworth is the world’s foremost authority on visual management. Her book raises the stature of visuality, hardens soft notions about it, and embeds it in structure and theory that—until now—have been missing." Richard J. Schonberger, Ph.D. Author, World Class Manufacturing"Dr. Galsworth continues to produce work in perfect harmony with The Shingo Prize model, with visual concepts, tools, and methods that are essential as companies pursue operational excellence." Robert Miller, Former Executive Director, The Shingo Prize "I’ve been a student of management for 30 years, read countless management books and gone to innumerable conferences. I have never found a better, more powerful system of transformation than Galsworth’s. This comes through on every page of her books. She does that better than anybody." Brent Allen, VP/Operations, Lifetime Products Inc., Salt Lake City, Utah Table of ContentsSection One 1. The Visual Workplace and the Excellent Enterprise 2. The Building Blocks of Visual Thinking Section Two 3. Leadership and the Power Inversion4. The I-Driven CultureSection Three5. Visual Order: Visuality's Foundation6. Visual Standards and Visual Scheduling/Visual Displays 7. Visual Leadership: Metrics, Problem-Solving & Hoshin 8. VisualControls, Pull Systems, and Guarantees 9. Visual Machine®, Office & Macro Environment Section Four 10. Visual Management vs. Visual Workplace 11. Visual Thinking~Visual Transformation RESOURCES
£43.99
Pearson Education Advanced Modern Engineering Mathematics
Book SynopsisProfessor Glyn James is currently Emeritus Professor in Mathematics at Coventry University, having previously been Dean of the School of Mathematical and Information Sciences. Professor Phil Dyke is a Professor of Applied Mathematics at the School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics, University of Plymouth. Tim Reis is a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at the University of Greenwich. He is an applied mathematician with interests in fluid dynamics, numerical analysis, and mathematical modelling. His doctoral thesis was honoured with the Vernon Harrison prize by the British Society of Rheology and he continues to conduct research into the modelling and simulation of complex flows. Tim teaches a range of mathematical subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate level and he is actively involved in promoting mathematics to the wider community. Table of ContentsPreface About the authors Introduction Matrix Analysis Numerical Solution of Ordinary Differential Equations Vector Calculus Functions of a Complex Variable Laplace Transforms The z Transform Fourier Series The Fourier Transform Partial Differential Equations Optimization Applied Probability and Statistics Answers to Exercises Index
£59.84
