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Taylor & Francis Ltd Dynamical Systems and Control
Book SynopsisThe 11th International Workshop on Dynamics and Control brought together scientists and engineers from diverse fields and gave them a venue to develop a greater understanding of this discipline and how it relates to many areas in science, engineering, economics, and biology. The event gave researchers an opportunity to investigate ideas and techniques from outside their own fields of expertise, enabling a cross-pollination of dynamics and control perspectives. Now there is a book that documents the major presentations of the workshop, providing a foundation for further research.The range and diversity of papers in Dynamical Systems and Control demonstrate the remarkable reach of the subject. All of these contributed papers shed light on a multiplicity of physical, biological, and economic phenomena through lines of reasoning that originate and grow from this discipline.The editors divide the book into three parts. The first covers fundamental advances in dynamics, dyTable of ContentsList of contributors, Preface, Part I, Part II, Part III, Subject Index
£175.75
Taylor & Francis Ltd Asymptotic Methods in Resonance Analytical
Book SynopsisAsymptotic Methods in Resonance Analytical Dynamics presents new asymptotic methods for the analysis and construction of solutions (mainly periodic and quasiperiodic) of differential equations with small parameters. Along with some background material and theory behind these methods, the authors also consider a variety of problems and applications in nonlinear mechanics and oscillation theory. The methods examined are based on two types: the generalized averaging technique of Krylov-Bogolubov and the numeric-analytical iterations of Lyapunov-PoincarÃ. This text provides a useful source of reference for postgraduates and researchers working in this area of applied mathematics.Table of ContentsAsymptotic Methods in Resonance Analytical Dynamics presents new techniques for the analysis and construction of solutions to nonlinear, multi-frequency differential equations with small parameters. The authors examine two types of methods: Methods based on the generalized averaging technique of Krylov--Bogolubov, particularly useful in resonance cases, and methods based on numeric-analytic iterations, which can be automated. Along with some background material and theory behind these methods, the authors also consider a variety of problems and applications in nonlinear mechanics and oscillation theory, such as the Newtonian three-body problem and the motion of a geostationary satellite.
£99.75
Taylor & Francis Ltd Physics of Photorefraction in Polymers
Book SynopsisPhotorefractive polymer composites are an unusually sensitive class of photopolymers. Physics of Photorefraction in Polymers describes our current understanding of the physical processes that produce a photorefractive effect in key composite materials. Topics as diverse as charge generation, dispersive charge transport, charge compensation and trapping, molecular diffusion, organic composite structure, and nonlinear optical wave coupling are all developed from a physical perspective. Emphasis is placed on explaining how these physical processes lead to observable properties of the polymers, and the authors discuss various applications, including holographic archiving.Table of ContentsPhotorefractive polymer composites are an unusually sensitive class of photopolymers. Physics of Photorefraction in Polymers describes our current understanding of the physical processes that produce a photorefractive effect in key composite materials. Topics as diverse as charge generation, dispersive charge transport, charge compensation and trapping, molecular diffusion, organic composite structure, and nonlinear optical wave coupling are all developed from a physical perspective. Emphasis is placed on explaining how these physical processes lead to observable properties of the polymers, and the authors discuss various applications, including holographic archiving.
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Cyanobacterial Toxins of Drinking Water Supplies
Book SynopsisThe contamination of both drinking and recreational water supplies by cyanobacteria is increasingly a cause for concern worldwide. While contamination causes livestock deaths with relative frequency, acute poisoning is rare in humans. However, there is growing apprehension over the possible role of cylindrospermopsins and microcystins in gastrointestinal and liver cancer. Cyanobacterial Toxins of Drinking Water Supplies provides an articulate account of the biology, chemistry, toxicology, and human health implications of cylindrospermopsins and microcystins, and their occurrence in water supplies. It discusses effective methods of prevention, mitigation, and remediation of cyanobacterial blooms in reservoirs. The book presents novel and traditional approaches to water treatment for the elimination of these toxins. Written by a renowned expert who plays an instrumental role in revising the World Health Organization's drinking water guidelines for cyanotoxins, the book uses thTrade Review“This book covers the biology, chemistry, toxicology, and human health implications of cylindro-spermopsins and microcystins, as well as their occurrence in water supplies. Written by an expert in the field, the book discusses effective methods of prevention, mitigation, and remediation of cyanobacterial blooms in reservoirs and presents both new and traditional approaches for treating water to eliminate these toxins. … ” — In Journal of The Awwa, June 2007Table of ContentsIntroduction. Toxic cyanobacteria and their identification. Toxin chemistry and biosynthesis. Cyanobacterial ecology. Cyanobacterial poisoning of livestock and mankind. Cylindrospermopsin toxicity. Microcystin toxicity. Risk and safety from drinking water. Monitoring of reservoirs for toxic cyanobacteria and analysis of nutrients in water. Detection and analysis of cylindrospermopsins and microcystins. Prevention, mitigation and remediation of cyanobacterial blooms in reservoirs. Water treatment. Emerging issues. Index.
£199.50
Taylor & Francis Ltd Ergonomics Mw Vol 1 HistScop
Book SynopsisFirst published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
£285.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Ergonomics Mw Vol 2 SkillDis
Book SynopsisFirst published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
£285.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Ergonomics Mw Vol 3Psych Mech
Book SynopsisFirst published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
£403.75
Taylor & Francis Ltd Ergonomics Mw Vol 4 Manu Cont
Book SynopsisFirst published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
£356.74
CRC Press Earth Building Methods and Materials Repair and Conservation
Book SynopsisBuildings with load-bearing earth walls were once widespread throughout Britain and many thousands still survive, including some dating from the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. Earth is the ultimate form of âgreenâ building construction, creating no environmental pollutions and consuming virtually no energy. Subsoil can be dug from or near the site to construct buildings that will meet modern needs and conform to the latest building regulations.This book describes all aspects of earth building, explaining how earth performs as a building material and providing guidance on how best to repair and conserve existing earth buildings.Trade Review'This book is highly recommended to practitioners, academics and enthusiasts of earth building techniques in general ... This book will certainly be of great interest to conservationists working in the field and to home owners.' - Building Engineer'This book has been eagerly awaited, and is not a disappointment ... [it] provides a well argued and sound base for action.' - Cornerstone'This is a clearly written book ... and it should suffice for people who themselves wish to engage in the construction of earth houses.' - Architectural Science Review'This book is highly recommended to practitioners, academics and enthusiasts of earth building techniques in general ... This book will certainly be of great interest to conservationists working in the field and to home owners.' - Building Engineer'This book has been eagerly awaited, and is not a disappointment ... [it] provides a well argued and sound base for action.' - Cornerstone'this is a clearly written book ... and it should suffice for people who themselves wish to engage in the construction of earth houses.' - Architectural Science ReviewTable of ContentsPart One: Earth Construction: Methods and Materials 1. Earth Building in Britain - International 2. The Raw Material: Soils for Use in Building 3. Earth Construction 1: Preparation and Mixing 4. Earth Construction 2: The Building Process 5. Standards and Regulations Part Two. The Conservation, Repair and Maintenance of Earth Buildings 6. The Principal Causes of Failure in Earth Walls and How to Recognise Them 7. The Diagnostic Survey and Repair of Earth Buildings. Organisations. References and Bibliography
£58.89
Taylor & Francis Ltd Developing Performance Support for Computer
Book SynopsisDeveloping Performance Support for Computer Systems: A Strategy for Maximizing Usability and Learnability provides detailed planning, design, and development guidance for generating performance support for new or upgraded computer systems. Performance support includes documentation, online help, coaches and wizards, training, and other materials necessary to enable users to perform their jobs more efficiently and effectively.This volume offers a strategy for maximizing ease-of-use and ease-of-learning through an integrated performance support systems approach. The text provides how-to guidance throughout that developers can apply directly to the design of their performance support tools and products. Rather than cover a few specific topic areas, it examines the entire spectrum of performance support. The book explains how to match performance support methods to task requirements, gives an overview of important user characteristics, and provides general guidance for presentationTable of ContentsIntroduction. Design Environments and Strategies. Project Planning. Needs Assessment and Task Analysis. Matching Performance Support Methods to Task Requirements. General Design Guidance. Developing Performance Support Products. Testing Performance Support Products.
£114.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Transmission Line Matrix TLM in Computational
Book SynopsisThe finite element method reigns as the dominant technique for modeling mechanical systems. Originally developed to model electromagnetic systems, the Transmission Line Matrix (TLM) method proves to match, and in some cases exceed, the effectiveness of finite elements for modeling several types of physical systems. Transmission Line Matrix in Computational Mechanics provides a tutorial approach to applying TLM for modeling mechanical and other physical systems.Transmission Line Matrix in Computational Mechanics begins with the history of TLM, an introduction to the theory using mechanical engineering concepts, and the electromagnetic basics of TLM. The authors then demonstrate the theory for use in acoustic propagation, along with examples of MATLAB code. The remainder of the book explores the application of TLM to problems in mechanics, specifically heat and mass transfer, elastic solids, simple deformation models, hydraulic systems, and computational fluid dynamics. A disTable of ContentsPreface. Introduction. TLM and the 1-D Wave Equation. The Theory of TLM: An Electromagnetic Viewpoint. TLM Modeling of Acoustic Propagation. TLM Modeling of Thermal and Particle Diffusion. TLM Models of Elastic Solids. Simple TLM Deformation Models. TLM Modeling of Hydraulic Systems. Application of TLM to Computational Fluid Mechanics. State of the Art Examples.
£123.50
Taylor & Francis Landscape
Book SynopsisLandscape is a stimulating introduction to and contemporary understanding of one of the most important concepts within human geography. A series of different influential readings of landscape are debated and explored, and, for the first time, distinctive traditions of landscape writing are brought together and examined as a whole, in a forward-looking critical review of work by cultural geographers and others within the last twenty to thirty years. This book clearly and concisely explores âlandscapeâ theories and writings, allowing students of geography, environmental studies and cultural studies to fully comprehend this vast and complex topic. To aid the student, vignettes are used to highlight key writers, papers and texts. Annotated further reading and student exercises are also included. For researchers and lecturers, Landscape presents a forward-looking synthesis of hitherto disparate fields of inquiry, one which offers a platform for future research anTrade Review'This book synthesises earlier ideas and presents current thinking in an accessible form ... an excellent contribution to the theoretical study of landscape' - Brian Short, University of Sussex, UK'Very well written, very accessible, and easy to read quickly. A pleasure, in fact.' - Richard H. Schein, University of Kentucky, USA'I found Wylie's Landscape refreshingly clear and jargon-free with examples one could relate to. In sum, the book is extremely well written and very accessible and would make a valuable addition to any personal or institutional library.' Nina J Morris, University of EdinburghTable of Contents1. Introduction 1.1 Tensions 1.2 Aims and Structures of Landscape 1.3 Conclusion: Looking Forward 2. Landscaping Traditions 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Carl Sauer and Cultural Landscape 2.3 W.G. Hoskins: Landscape, Nostalgia and Melancholy 2.4 J.B. Jackson and 'Vernacular' Landscape 2.5 Conclusion 3. Ways of Seeing 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Landscape and Linear Perspective: Art, Geometry, Optics 3.3 Cultural Marxism, Art History and Landscape 3.4 Cultural Marxism and Cultural Geography: Landscape as 'Veil' 3.5 Landscape as Text: Semiotics and the Construction of Cultural Meaning 3.6 Feminism and Psychoanalysis: Landscape as Gaze 3.7 Discussion and Summary 4. Cultures of Landscape 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Material Anxieties 4.3 Landscape, Production and Labour 4.4 Cultures of Landscape: The Self, Power and Discourse 4.5 Landscape, Travel and Imperialism 4.6 Conclusion 5. Landscape Phenomenology 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Introducing Phenomenology: From Disembodied Gaze to Lived Body 5.3 Landscape and Dwelling 5.4 'Landscaping': Phenomenology, Non-representational Theory and Performance 5.5 Critiques of Landscape Phenomenology 5.6 Conclusion 6. Prospects for Landscape 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Memory, Identity, Conflict and Justice 6.3 Landscape and Polity and Law 6.4 The Ends of Landscape?: Relationality, Vitalism and Topological 6.5 Landscape Writing: Biography, Movement, Presence and Affect 6.6 Conclusion: Creative Tensions
£41.79
Taylor & Francis Ltd Fluvial Environmental and Coastal Developments in
Book SynopsisComprising the Proceedings of the International Workshop on State-of-the-Art Hydraulic Engineering held in Bari, Italy on 16-19 February 2004, this volume presents an in-depth investigation of the energy loss of skimming flows under a range of discharges, step and dam heights, and channel slopes. Including a wealth of information, the volume is divided into the following key sections: air-water flows and transitional flows; stepped chute and transitional flows; environmental and coastal hydraulics with dispersion in estuaries and jets; and transitional flows. Fluvial, Environmental and Coastal Developments in Hydraulic Engineering constitutes a comprehensive and systematic analysis of topics, including certain findings and discussions which are virtually unprecedented in hydraulic literature. As such, the volume is undoubtedly an important one, and will prove to be of particular interest to scientists and students of hydraulics and fluid mechanics, engineers, and specialistTable of ContentsPrefaceAir-water flows/Transitional flowsStepped chute/Transitional flowsEnvironmental and coastal hydraulics with dispersion in estuaries and jetsTransitional flowsAcknowledgementsAuthor index
£199.50
Taylor & Francis Ltd Water Resources of Arid Areas
Book SynopsisWith Africa''s water resources constantly threatened by an increasing population and the resultant rise in water demand, together with the stresses of water use for various activities, desertification, climate change, and other interventions in the water cycle by man, it is vital that the water resources in arid and semi-arid regions are developed and managed in a sustainable and integrated manner. In Water Resources of Arid Areas, these key factors are explored and examined by leading experts, concentrating in particular upon the question of groundwater recharge and dividing discussion into the following sections: natural and artificial groundwater recharge; socio-economic aspects of water demand management; geophysical, GIS and remote sensing techniques for groundwater exploration; climate change and its impact on water resources; vulnerability and risk assessment; and water management. Comprising the Proceedings of the International Conference on Water Resources of Ari
£92.14
Taylor & Francis Ltd Mine Planning and Equipment Selection 2004
Book SynopsisSpearheading the promotion of international technology transfer in the fields of mine planning, mining systems design, equipment selection and operation techniques, the International Symposium on Mine Planning and Equipment Selection is recognised by the mining society as a key annual event in highlighting developments within the field. Here in this volume, proceedings from the thirteenth annual symposium concentrate on the following major topics:* open pit and underground mine planning, modelling and design* geomechanics * mining and processing methods* design, monitoring and maintenance of mine equipment* simulation, optimalization and control of technological processes* management, mine economics and financial analysis* health, safety and environmental protection.Including 147 papers from leading experts and authorities, Mine Planning and Equipment Selection undoubtedly provides valuable information and insight for a range of engineers, scientists, researchers and consultants involved in the planning, design and operation of underground and surface mines.
£247.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd eWork and eBusiness in Architecture Engineering
Book SynopsisBiannually since 1994, the European Conference on Product and Process Modelling in the Building and Construction Industry has provided a review of research, given valuable future work outlooks, and provided a communication platform for future co-operative research and development at both European and global levels.This volume, of special interest to researchers, developers and end-users in product and process modelling and construction informatics, contains the proceedings of the 5th ECPPM conference, held in September 2004. It provides a comprehensive overview of European research, as well as an insight in US, Canadian and Australian research. It also highlights perspectives of ambient intelligence and recent industry developments, and in addition, presents the latest developments in e-work and e-business, virtual enterprising, and collaborative work, as well as related best-practice industry examples.Table of ContentsPreface OrganizationKeynote papersProduct modelling technologyProcess modelling technologyOntologieseWork and eBusinessCollaborative workingMobile computingKnowledge managementConstruction site and project managementSeismic risk and environmental managementIT supported architectural designAuthor index
£356.25
Taylor & Francis Ltd Modelling of CohesiveFrictional Materials
Book SynopsisThis progressive volume of lectures, written by leading experts on current developments in the field, is a must-read for engineers in physics, mechanics and engineering applications alike. Focusing on both continuous and discontinuous modelling, this topical symposium raises the issue of cohesive-frictional materials and the importance of understanding their mechanical behaviour in determining their correct use in engineering and scientific applications. A subject that has attracted a great deal of attention from scientists and engineers, from a variety of fields, this book is not only essential reading for professionals within the discipline, but also an insightful text for graduates wanting to learn more about the topic.Table of ContentsPrefaceGranular materials & mechanicsDiscrete modelingDiscontinuum vs. continuumContinous modellingRegularizationLocalization & fractureAuthor index
£156.75
Taylor & Francis Ltd Mining Science and Technology
Book SynopsisJointly sponsored by the China University of Mining and Technology and the University of Nottingham, UK, a total of 187 papers have been included in the proceedings, of which fifty-two are contributed by authors outside of China. Scholars and experts from both China and abroad discuss and exchange information on the latest developments in mining science and technology worldwide, which cover extensive areas ranging from mine operation and safety technology, geology and methane drainage, geomechanics, mine construction and tunnelling, mineral processing and clean coal technology, mine control and automation to mine environment, mine economics and management.
£451.25
Taylor & Francis Ltd New Developments in Dam Engineering
Book SynopsisThe development of water resources is a key element in the socio-economic development of many regions in the world. Water availability and rainfall are unequally distributed both in space and time, so dams play a vital role, there being few viable alternatives for storing water. Dams hold a prime place in satisfying the ever-increasing demand for power, irrigation and drinking water, for protection of man, property and environment from catastrophic floods, and for regulating the flow of rivers. Dams have contributed to the development of civilization for over 2,000 years. Worldwide there are some 45,000 large dams listed by ICOLD, which have a height over 15 meters. Today, in western countries, where most of the water resources have been developed, the safety of the existing dams and measures for extending their economical life are of prime concern. In developing countries the focus is on the construction of new dams. The proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Dam EngineTable of ContentsForewordPrefaceConference organizationHistory of the conferenceKeynote papers Limit states assessment for earthquake resistance of gravity dams based on crack propagation analysis Continuous compaction control (CCC) for fill dams and roller compacted concrete dams Some recent innovative techniques in the design and construction of high dams in China Design and study on the layout of the Three Gorges Project of the Yangtze river Development of theory and methods on high dam structural analysis Dynamic and pseudo-static failure analyses of embankment dams Summarization of Xiluodu concrete arch dam design Dam safety aspects of reservoir-triggered seismicity Benefits of strong motion instrumentation of large dams Technical papersAuthor index
£498.75
CRC Press The Mechanics of Soils and Foundations
Book SynopsisIdeal for undergraduates of geotechnical engineering for civil engineers, this established textbook sets out the basic theories of soil mechanics in a clear and straightforward way; combining both classical and critical state theories and giving students a good grounding in the subject which will last right through into a career as a geotechnical engineer.The subject is broken down into discrete topics which are presented in a series of short, focused chapters with clear and accessible text that develops from the purely theoretical to discussing practical applications. Soil behaviour is described by relatively simple equations with clear parameters while a number of worked examples and simple experimental demonstrations are included to illustrate the principles involved and aid reader understanding.Trade Review"Possibly the best text book for supporting an introductory course on soil mechanics, and one which is uniquely leavened by reference to everyday observations."- David White, GéotechniqueTable of ContentsSimple Experiments 1. Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering 2. Basic Mechanics 3. Material Behaviour 4. Structure of the Earth 5. Classification 6. Pore Pressure, Effective Stress, Drainage 7. Laboratory Testing 8. Compression and Swelling 9. Critical State Strength 10. Peak States 11. Behaviour before Failure 12. Cam Clay 13. Stiffness 14. Steady State Seepage 15. Consolidation 16. Natural Soils 17. Ground Investigations 18. Soil Parameters for Design 19. Ultimate Stability of Soil Structures Using Bound Methods 20. Limit Equilibrium Method 21. Slope Stability 22. Bearing Capacity and Settlement of Shallow Foundations 23. Piled Foundations 24. Earth Pressure and Stability of Retaining Walls 25. Tunnelling in Soft Ground 26. Behaviour of Unsaturated Soils 27. Centrifuge Modeling 28. Concluding Remarks
£45.59
CRC Press Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions
Book SynopsisStructural Analysis of Historical Constructions contains about 160 papers that were presented at the IV International Seminar on Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions that was held from 10 to 13 November, 2004 in Padova Italy. Following publications of previous seminars that were organized in Barcelona, Spain (1995 and 1998) and GuimarÃes, Portugal (2001), state-of-the-art information is presented in these two volumes on the preservation, protection, and restoration of historical constructions, both comprising monumental structures and complete city centers. These two proceedings volumes are devoted to the possibilities of numerical and experimental techniques in the maintenance of historical structures. In this respect, the papers, originating from over 30 countries, are subdivided in the following areas: Historical aspects and general methodology, Materials and laboratory testing, Non-destructive testing and inspection techniques, Dynamic behavior and structural monitoring, Analytical and numerical approaches, Consolidation and strengthening techniques, Historical timber and metal structures, Seismic analysis and vulnerability assessment, Seismic strengthening and innovative systems, Case studies.Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions is a valuable source of information for scientists and practitioners working on structure-related issues of historical constructions
£451.25
CRC Press Geochemistry Groundwater and Pollution
Building on the success of its 1993 predecessor, this second edition of Geochemistry, Groundwater and Pollution has been thoroughly re-written, updated and extended to provide a complete and authoritative account of modern hydrogeochemistry.Offering a quantitative approach to the study of groundwater quality and the interaction of water, minerals, gases, pollutants and microbes, this book shows how physical and chemical theory can be applied to explain observed water qualities and variations over space and time. Integral to the presentation, geochemical modelling using PHREEQC code is demonstrated, with step-by-step instructions for calculating and simulating field and laboratory data. Numerous figures and tables illustrate the theory, while worked examples including calculations and theoretical explanations assist the reader in gaining a deeper understanding of the concepts involved. A crucial read for students of hydrogeology, geochemistry and civil engineer
£56.04
Taylor & Francis Ltd Climate Change and Water Resources in South Asia
Book SynopsisThis book addresses the most pressing water resource issues in South Asia, particularly in relation to climate change and variability. This is a region characterised by abundant water during the monsoon, when devastating floods occur, and by scarcity of water and droughts during the dry period. These extreme events often cause substantial damage to infrastructure, property, livestock and human populations. Agriculture and other key economic sectors suffer greatly during these events. The results of climate and hydrologic models indicate increased vulnerability unless adequate adaptation measures are designed and implemented. Such policies need to rely on a framework that includes active participation of the stakeholders.Table of ContentsPART 1 Remote-sensing sensors, data retreival and assimilation,and technology transfer 1 Remote sensing and hydrology 2 Hydrologic data assimilation 3 Analysis of remotely sensed data 4 Technology transfer in remote-sensing applications PART 2 Remote-sensing data applications 5 Computing and mapping of evapotranspiration 6 Satellite remote sensing of soil moisture 7 Ensemble streamflow forecasting: methods and applications 8 Regional climatic variability and its impacts on flood and drought hazards 9 Climate drivers, streamflow forecasting, and flood risk management 10 Remote sensing in water resource management 11 Geospatial information technology in watershed PART 3 Water resource management: case historiesRunoff agroforestry 13 Water pollution and its numerical modeling in coastal watersheds Index
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Groundwater Intensive Use
Book SynopsisIntensive use of groundwater has resolved the demand for drinking water and, through irrigation, has contributed to the eradication of malnourishment in many developing countries. The spectacular worldwide increase in groundwater use in the last decades, especially in arid and semi-arid regions, has been a silent revolution carried out by millions of small farmers. In some instances, groundwater abstraction has caused problems of quality degradation, excessive drawdown of groundwater levels, land subsidence, reduction of spring and baseflows or degradation of groundwater-dependent ecosystems. Most of these problems could be anticipated, mitigated, or even avoided with more active water agencies, adequate regulations and usersâ participation in management. Groundwater Intensive Use contains a selection of papers presented at a symposium held in December 2002 in Valencia, Spain. It constitutes a step forward in creating a greater worldwide awareness of the relevance of groundwater in Table of ContentsForeword, M. R. LlamasETHICAL, ECONOMICAL, AND LEGAL ASPECTSCASE HISTORIESIMPACTSMANAGEMENTVALENCIA DECLARATION Subject Index
£118.75
Taylor & Francis Ltd Echinoderms Munchen Proceedings of the 11th
Book SynopsisSince 1972, scientists from all over the world working on fundamental questions of echinoderm biology and palaeontology have conferred every three years to exchange current views and results. The 11th International Echinoderm Conference held at the University of Munich, Germany, from 6-10 October 2003,continued this tradition. This volume comprises 95 submitted papers and 96 abstracts covering a wide spectrum from innovative student contributions to the lessons learnt from experienced specialists. The content of the contributions ranges from original research results to the latest synopses concerning a variety of topics, including visual sensing, larval cloning, mutable collagenous tissues, sea urchin aqua-culture, deuterostome phylogeny, palaeobiology and taphonomy.Table of ContentsOrganizationEditorialHistorical retrospectAccompanying thoughtsReproduction and developmentRegeneration and immunologyAquaculture and fisheriesPhysiology and behaviourFunctional morphologyPalaeontology and taphonomyPhylogeny, systematics and taxonomyAbstractsMiscellaneousConfereesAuthor index
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Improvement of Buildings Structural Quality by
Book SynopsisLaunched in May 2000, the aims of the COST C12 cooperative action were: to develop, combine and disseminate new technical engineering technologies to improve the quality of urban buildings to propose new technical solutions to architects and planners to reduce the disturbance caused by construction in urban areas and improve urban quality of life. This volume contains the proceedings of the COST C12 final conference held in Innsbruck, Austria from January 20-22 2005. The book reflects not only the outcome of the four yearsâ work of the cooperative, but also the contributions made by other international experts at the conference, focused on three broad themes: mixed building technology; structural integrity under exceptional actions; and urban design.Table of Contents1. Mixed Building Technologies 2. Structural Integrity1 3. General Methodology 4. Research and Development Concerning Mixed Building Technologies 5. Robustness 6. Exceptional Actions 7. Urban Design 1 8. Research and Development Concerning Mixed Building Technologies 9. Urban Design 2 10. Robustness 2 11. Structural Integrity 2 12. Research and Development Concerning Mixed Building Technologies
£332.50
Taylor & Francis Ltd Natural Arsenic in Groundwater Proceedings of the
Book SynopsisArsenic contamination has become a global phenomenon. With the development of advanced technological detection tools, more geographical areas have been identified. The people most affected are those in the poorer socio-economic groups. The research articles in this book have been contributed by scientists working in areas severely affected by these difficulties. The book includes an assessment of environmental health risks and economic impacts, and the technologies available for dealing with the problem. Written in a straightforward style, the book is designed to update knowledge on the dynamics of natural arsenic from the aquifers through groundwater to the food chain. It outlines efficient techniques for arsenic removal and inform administrators, policy makers and company executives, and aims to increase awareness of the problem.Trade Review"...this book, although it is a proceedings volume from a workshop, gives a very useful update of the As problems, especially in Bangladesh and West Bengal, but also in other regions around the globe. Several new interesting case studies are presented and updated and also biogeochemical matters are discussed. Remediation is also discussed. The list of contributors is impressive (more than 100 contributors) which also shows the worldwide interest in this topic.The book is recommended for all those working on As and fulfills a real need on the status of As research now."Olle SelinusGeological Survey of SwedenIn: Applied Geochemistry 21 (2006) 724–725Table of ContentsSection 1: Arsenic occurrence and genesis in sedimentary and hard-rock aquifersSection 2: Environmental health assessment-arsenic in the food chainSection 3: Arsenic biogeochemistry in groundwaterSection 4: Remediation of arsenic-rich groundwatersSection 5: Management of arsenic-rich groundwaters
£166.25
Taylor & Francis Ltd Unsaturated Soils Advances in Testing Modelling
Book SynopsisA collection of papers presented at the 2004 International Workshop on unsaturated soils, covering important new research developments and advances in practical applications.Table of Contents1.Shear strength behaviour of a reconstituted clayey silt M. Boso, A. Tarantino & L. Mongiovì 2.Experimental study on the hydro-mechanical behaviour of a silty clay C. Buenfil, E. Romero, A. Lloret &A. Gens 3.An experimental study on a partially saturated pyroclastic soil: the Pozzolana Nera from Roma E. Cattoni, M. Cecconi & V. Pane 4.On the suction and the time dependent behaviour of reservoir chalks of North Sea oilfields G. Priol, V. De Gennaro, P. Delage &Y.-J. Cui 5. Experimental study on highly compressible neutralised and non neutralised residues exposed to drying L.F. de Souza Villar &T.M.P. de Campos 6.Options for modelling hydraulic hysteresis Y.K. Kazimoglu, J.R. McDougall & I.C. Pyrah 7. Modelling suction increase effects on the fabric of a structured soil A. Koliji, L. Laloui, O. Cuisinier, & L. Vulliet 8. A bounding surface plasticity model for unsaturated clay and sand A.R. Russell & N. Khalili 9. Modelling the THM behaviour of unsaturated expansive soils using a double-structure formulation M. Sánchez, A. Gens & S. Olivella 10. A thermodynamically based model for unsaturated soils: a new framework for generalized plasticity R. Tamagnini & M. Pastor
£104.50
Taylor & Francis Ltd Contemporary Ergonomics 2005
Book SynopsisKeynote addresses + 100 papers from a conference of the Ergonomics Society, Univ of Hertfordshire, UK, April 2005. Sections cover applications of ergonomics, air traffic control, cognitive ergonomics, defence, design, environmental ergonomics, ergonomics4schools, hospital ergonomics, inclusive design, methods and tools, occupational health and safety, slips, trips & falls and transport.Table of ContentsKeynote addresses and more than 100 papers from a conference of the Ergonomics Society, at the University of Hertfordshire, England, April 2005. The sections cover applications of ergonomics, air traffic control, cognitive ergonomics, defence, design, environmental ergonomics, ergonomics4schools, hospital ergonomics, inclusive design, methods and tools, occupational health and safety, slips, trips falls and transport.
£118.75
Taylor & Francis Ltd Poromechanics III Biot Centennial 19052005
Book SynopsisThese proceedings represent the latest advances in the mechanics of porous materials, known as poromechanics. The porous materials considered are solids containing voids that are impregnated with fluid. The focus is on the mechanical interactions of the inhomogeneous solid with the single- or multi-phase fluid under the loading of mechanical force, fluid pressure, thermal, chemical, and magnetic fields. The response time can be in static, diffusional, and dynamic ranges. The length scale can start from nano, to micro, macro, and up to field scales. Its application covers many branches of science and engineering, including geophysics, geomechanics, composite materials, biomechanics, acoustics, seismicity, civil, mechanical, environmental, and petroleum engineering. The approaches taken include analytical, computational, and experimental.To honor the pioneering contributions of Maurice A. Biot (1905-1985) to poromechanics, the Biot Conference on Poromechanics was convened for the first time in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium in 1998. The success of the first conference led to the 2nd Biot Conference held in Grenoble, France in 2002. To celebrate the centennial birthday of Biot (May 25, 2005), the 3rd Biot Conference on Poromechanics was held at the University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, U.S.A., on May 24-27, 2005.Table of ContentsForeword XIII BiomechanicsConstitutive modelingWave propagationDynamic effectNumerical solutionTransportUnsaturated mediumFluid flowLaboratory measurementReservoir applicationsSoil behaviorsShear band and fractureConcrete
£247.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Impact of Human Activity on the Geological
Book SynopsisThis work focuses on the impact of human activity on the geological environment and contains over 100 papers dealing with laboratory and field research investigations in geomechanics, geoengineering and mathematical modelling. Topics covered are grouped into eight main themes: response of the rock mass to human impact; slope stability; field research; laboratory research; stability of underground openings; mathematical modelling; stress measurements, and mineral and rock disintegration. Table of ContentsPrefaceOrganizationAcknowledgementsTOPICS INCLUDE: Load capacity of fully grouted rock bolts in shale Application of the ‘shear and tensile strength reduction technique’ to obtain factors of safety of toppling and footwall rock slopes A model to estimate the dilatancy angle of rock masses Evaluation of EDZ around highly stressed rock cavern by AE measurements Some experiences during open pit excavation in limestone rock mass Simulation of stress distribution around cylindrical mined out spaces Laboratory testing for soft rock – a challenge Analysis of sliding failure of the Viviers-Basques’ (France) jointed rock cliff In situ characterization of a single fracture hydromechanical behavior from hydraulic pulse tests coupled to simultaneous pressure – normal displacement measurements Progressive damage of granite under constant loading Conception system of deep and evaluation index for deep engineering Technology of stability assessment and research status of Chinese masonry building cultural remains Numerical approach to influence of heterogeneity on failure process of Brazilian disk of rock Analysis of the earth surface subsidence caused by dewatering of northeastern subway in China Author index
£166.25
Taylor & Francis Kinanthropometry IX
Book SynopsisThis is an edited collection of peer-reviewed papers presented at the Ninth International Conference of the Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry. Defined as the relationship between human body structure and function, kinanthropometry is an area of growing interest, and these proceedings will be of use to students, academics and professionals in the areas of ergonomics, sports science, nutrition, health, and other allied fields. The assembled works represent the latest research findings across kinanthropometry, moving the discipline forward and promoting good practice and the exchange of expertise.
£109.25
Taylor & Francis Ltd Constitutive Models for Rubber IV
Book SynopsisThe unique properties of elastomeric materials offer numerous advantages in many engineering applications. Elastomeric units are used as couplings or mountings between rigid components, for example in shock absorbers, vibration insulators, flexible joints, seals and suspensions, etc. However, the complicated nature of the behaviour of such material makes it difficult to accurately predict the performance of these units using finite element modelling, for example. It is imperative that constitutive models accurately capture relevant aspects of mechanical behaviour. The latest developments concerning constitutive modelling of rubber is collected in these Proceedings. Topics included in this volume are, Hyperelastic models, Strength, fracture & fatigue, Dynamic properties & the Fletcher-Gent effect, Micro-mechanical & statistical approaches, Stress softening, iscoelasticity, Filler reinforcement, and Tyres, fibre & cord reinforced rubber.Table of ContentsStrength, fracture and fatigue Prediction of fatigue crack initiation in rubber with the help of configurational mechanics Four tests to characterize a Haigh-diagram for damage calculations Influence of mean stress and mean strain on fatigue life of carbon black filled natural rubber Fatigue life analysis of an exhaust mount Effect of the hysteretic response of elastomers on the fatigue Formulation and computation of fracture sensitivity for elastomers Durability simulations of elastomeric structures Energy release rates for small cracks in rubber components Numerical simulation of large strain fracture problems using X-FEM Determining multiaxial fatigue in elastomers using bubble inflation Testing and simulation of the influence of glass spheres on fatigue life and dynamic crack propagation of elastomers A local criterion for fatigue crack initiation on chloroprene rubber: approach in dissipation Hysteresis area calculated from a dynamic material model: A new damage parameter for lifetime estimations?
£237.50
CRC Press Powders and Grains 2005 Two Volume Set
Book SynopsisThis volume contains the proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on the Micromechanics of Granular Media, Powders and Grains 2005. Powders and Grains is an international scientific conference held every 4 years that brings together engineers and physicists interested in the micromechanics of granular media.The book is a guide to the hottest topics in the general problem of the microscopic description and understanding of granulates. Powders and Grains offer an excellent overview of the state of the art research on granular media. Authors from all over the world and different backgrounds discuss their most up-to-date research interests and results in more than 280 concise articles. Included are experimental, numerical, and theoretical investigations by both engineers and physicists. The result is a valuable tool for engineers, physicists as well as for applied mathematicians, geologists, and other scientists concerned with problems ranging from the most basic and theoretical, to the daily problems of industry production, process performance or construction design.
£427.50
Taylor & Francis Ltd Shell Structures Theory and Applications
Book SynopsisShells are basic structural elements of modern technology. Examples of shell structures include automobile bodies, domes, water and oil tanks, pipelines, ship hulls, aircraft fuselages, turbine blades, laudspeaker cones, but also balloons, parachutes, biological membranes, a human skin, a bottle of wine or a beer can. This volume contains full texts of over 100 papers presented by specialists from over 20 countries at the 8th Conference Shell Structures: Theory and Applications, 12-14 October, 2005 in Jurata (Poland). The aim of the meeting was to bring together scientists, designers, engineers and other specialists in shell structures in order to discuss important results and new ideas in this field. The goal is to pursue more accurate theoretical models, to develop more powerful and versatile methods of analysis, and to disseminate expertise in design and maintenance of shell structures. Among the authors there are many distinguished specialists of shell structures, incTable of ContentsPrefaceOrganisation General lectures Theoretical modelling Stability Dynamics Finite element analyses Engineering design Author index
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CRC Press Problem Solving in Soil Mechanics
Book SynopsisWritten for university students taking first-degree courses in civil engineering, environmental and agricultural engineering, Problem Solving in Soil Mechanics stimulates problem-solving learning as well as facilitating self-teaching. Generally assuming prior knowledge of subject, necessary basic information is included to make it accessible to readers new to the topic. Filled with worked examples, new and advanced topics and with a flexible structure that means it can be adapted for use in second, third and fourth year undergraduate courses in soil mechanics, this book is also a valuable resource for the practising professional engineer as well as undergraduate and postgraduate students. Primarily designed as a supplement to Soil Mechanics: Basic Concepts and Engineering Applications, this book can be used by students as an independent problem-solving text, since there are no specific rTable of Contents1. Nature of Soils, Plasticity and Compaction 2. Effective Stress and Pore Pressure in Saturated Soils 3. The Movement of Water through Soil 4. Shear Strength of Soils and Failure Criteria 5. Stress Distribution and Settlement in Soils 6. One Dimensional Consolidation 7. Application of Limit Analysis to Stability Problems in Soil Mechanics 8. Lateral Earth Pressure and Retaining Walls 9. Stability of Earth Slopes 10. Bearing Capacity of Shallow Foundations and Piles
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CRC Press Landslides and Avalanches. Norway 2005
Book SynopsisThe Proceedings of the 11th International Conference and Field Trip on Landslides deals with landslides in soil and rock as well as snow and slush avalanches. It contains analyses, experimental investigations and stability evaluation of landslides in soil. Case records with detailed surveys illustrate the topographic conditions and the movements that take place. Numerous case records from rock slides give new information about the extent of such slides and the geological conditions where such slides occur. The sliding mechanism is described and modelled and there is consideration of the climatic conditions which have a significant effect on the triggering of such slides. Several papers deal with the monitoring of snow and slush avalanches. Additional studies include models and experiments that contribute to an understanding of what happens in the field. Authors and co-authors from 18 countries contributed to this interesting collection of scientific work. The publication is an impor
£127.50
CRC Press Maritime Transportation and Exploitation of Ocean
Book SynopsisThis book deals with various aspects concerning the design and fabrication of vessels for maritime transportation, namely, hydrodynamics, structures, machinery and propulsion systems, control systems, vessel design and shipyard technology, maintenance and repair. These volumes bring together an extensive collection of papers reflecting a number of fundamental areas of the exploitation of ocean and coastal resources. Subjects include the marine environment; fisheries and aquaculture; maritime transportation and port operation; coastal and offshore development; safety and reliability; and protection of the environment.
£416.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Frontiers in Offshore Geotechnics
Book SynopsisThis book addresses current and emerging challenges facing those working in offshore construction, design and research. Keynote papers from leading industry practitioners and academics provide a comprehensive overview of central topics covering deepwater anchoring, pipelines, foundation solutions for offshore wind turbines, site investigation, geohazards and emerging Australian frontiers. A further 125 peer reviewed papers introduce and analyse the critical challenges of offshore geotechnical engineering in the areas of the keynote subjects as well as piling, caissons and shallow foundation systems. The papers collected in these proceedings report a variety of numerical and theoretical investigations, experimental programs and field experience, with established design methods discussed alongside state-of-the-art practices. Table of ContentsKeynote PapersSessionsDeepwater Developments: drag and plate anchorsDeepwater Developments: suction caissonsDevelopments in the Australian FrontiersFoundation solutions for offshore wind turbinesShallow foundations: vertical bearing capacityShallow foundations: combined loadingShallow foundations: mobile jack-up unitsBreakwater caissons and liquificationPipelinesCapacity of piles in sandPilesAssessing geohazardsSite investigation techniquesSoil characterization
£356.25
Taylor & Francis Ltd Forensic Engineering Diagnosing Failures and
Book SynopsisForensic Engineering contains papers prepared for the Institution of Civil Engineers'' Third International Conference on Forensic Engineering, which focussed on diagnosing failures of the built environment with a view to solving problems for the future. Constructed facilities are important assets that need to be managed in ways that minimise the risk of failure. Such failures may range from serviceability failures, which may not immediately affect useage, through to catastrophic failures, rendering facilities unuseable and causing serious safety issues. The papers, written by leading practitioners, include case studies from around the world featuring structures and buildings built for different purposes, in a variety of working environments and a range of climates. Topics are grouped according to the type of incident investigation and include collapses; performance risk management; durability and assessment; failures of building envelopes; groun
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Advances in Reliability and Optimization of
Book SynopsisThis volume contains thirty-one papers presented at the Twelfth Scientific Meeting of the IFIP Working Group on Reliability and Optimization of Structural Systems which took place in Aalborg, Denmark, from May 22-25, 2005. The Working Group Conference was organized by the IFIP (International Federation for Information Processing) Working Group 7.5 of the Technical Committee on Modelling and Optimization. The purpose of the Working Group is to promote modern structural system reliability and optimization theory and its applications, to stimulate research, development and application of structural system reliability and optimization theory, to assist and advance research and development in these fields, to further the dissemination and exchange of information on reliability and optimization of structural systems, and to encourage education in structural system reliability and optimization theory.Table of ContentsPreface. Reliability, Risk or Reality. On Applied Engineering Decision Making for Society. Reliability-Based Topology Optimization of Frame Structures. Managing Bridge Networks Using Reliability and Multiple Cost Criteria. Life-Cycle Cost Analysis of Bridge Structures Considering Maintenance Cost and Seismic Risk. Improved Hybrid Method for Reliability-Based Design Optimization. System Reliability-Based Optimization of Redundant Timber Trusses. On Optimal Lifetime Maintenance Strategies Taking into Account Probabilities of Violating Structural Performance and Cost Thresholds. Tectonic Design of Concrete Panels by Means of Topology Optimization Techniques and Limit State Analysis. Discrete Multicriteria Reliability-Based Optimization of Structural Systems. SORM Applied to Hierarchical Parallel System. Equation for Probability Density of the Response of a Dynamic System to Erlang Renewal Random Impulse Processes. High-Dimensional Multivariate Normal Integrals for a Discrete Approximation of the First-Passage Density. Analytical Derivation of the Outcrossing Rate in Time-Variant Reliability Problems. Structural Reliability Using Non-Intrusive Stochastic Finite Elements. Structural Resistance Variability in Directional Simulation in Load Space. Observations about the Probabilistic Representation of Uncertainty for Maximum Corrosion Pit Depths. 3D-Modelling of Corrosion Crack Opening. Statistical Models for Resistance of Concrete Components. Ultimate Strength of Plates with Random Fields of Corrosion. A Damage Identification Procedure for Girder Bridges Based on Coupling Vibration with Moving Vehicles. An Optimisation Approach for Room Acoustics Design. Evaluation of Seismic Reliability of Steel Bridge Piers for Deformation Performance under Cyclic Loading. Evaluation of Seismic Reliability of Steel Bridge Piers for Absorbed Energy Performance. Non-Destructive Inspection of Concrete Structures Applying Chaos Theory. Updating Utilities and Reconciling Expert Opinion. Reliability-Based Optimization and Optimal Reliability Level of Offshore Wind Turbines. Reliability Assessment and Updating of Complex Systems by LP. A Standard for Determination of Optimal Safety in Engineering Practice. Collapse Reliability and Lifetime Prediction of Deteriorating Reinforced Concrete Framed Structures. Reliability Analysis of Offshore Jacket Structures with Wave Load on Deck using the Model Correction Factor Method. Author Index
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Taylor & Francis Sustainable Buildings in Practice
Book SynopsisCurrent assessment methods of sustainable buildings do not adequately account for the usersâ needs. Given that over the life of a building, total salary costs far outweigh both operating costs and combined capital and rental costs, the occupantsâ needs are not something which should be sensibly ignored.This book presents an unbiased evaluation of thirty of the most cutting-edge, sustainable buildings in the world, in terms of the usersâ perceived comfort, health and productivity. The author has visited the buildings, interviewed the design teams and examined the findings of a sixty-question standardized user questionnaire. The book provides: thirty case studies covering mixed-mode, passive and environmentally sustainable commercial and institutional buildings detailed insights into the principles underlying the design of sustainable buildings worldwide, over several climatic zones and eleven countries, together with clear explanations and illustrations oTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. Overview of the Buildings and their Performance Part 1: Buildings in Cold – Temperate Climates 2. NRG Systems Facility, Hinesburg, Vermont, USA 3. Computer Science and Engineering Building, York University, Ontario, Canada 4. Military Families Resource Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada 5. SciencePark, Gelsenkirchen, Germany 6. National Works Yard, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada 7. Liu Institute, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada Part 2: Buildings in Medium – Temperate Climates 8. Gifford Studios, Southampton, England 9. Arup Campus, Solihull, England 10. Zicer Building, University of East Anglia, Norwich, England 11. Renewable Energy Systems, Kings Langley, England 12. City Hall, London, England 13. The Foundation Building, Eden Project, St Austell, Cornwall, England 14. The Mathematics and Statistics and Computer Science Building, Canterbury University, Christchurch, New Zealand 15. St Mary’s Credit Union, Navan, Ireland 16. Scottsdale Forest Ecocentre, Tasmania, Australia 17. Tokyo Gas, Kohoku New Town, Yokohama 18. Nikken Sekkei Building, Tokyo Part 3: Buildings in Warm – Temperate Climates 19. The Landcare Research Laboratory, Auckland, New Zealand 20. The Campus Reception and Administration Building, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand 21. 60 Leicester Street, Melbourne, Australia 22. 40 Albert Road, South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 23. The Red Centre Building, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 24. Institute of Languages, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia 25. General Purpose Building, University of Newcastle, NSW, Australia 26. Student Services Centre, University of Newcastle, Australia 27. Natural Resources Defence Council, Santa Monica, California, USA Part 4: Buildings in Hot – Humid Climates 28. Institute of Technical Education, Bishan, Singapore 29. Ministry of Energy Water and Communications Building, Putrajaya, Malaysia 30. Menara Umno, Penang, Malaysia 31.Torrent Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India
£58.89
Taylor & Francis Ltd Progress in Steel Composite and Aluminium
Book SynopsisContains the proceedings of the XI International Conference on Metal Structures ICMS 2006 held in Rzeszow, Poland from 21-23 June 2006. This work balances papers with a theoretical slant on modelling and computation, and with those of a practical nature, dealing with design and standardization, code development, safety, durability, and aesthetics.
£297.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd 11th USNorth American Mine Ventilation Symposium
Book SynopsisThis volume is the eleventh in a series which documents the technical papers of the mine ventilation symposium, which was initiated in 1982 by the Underground Ventilation Committee of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration, Inc. In more recent years, the event has expanded to include all of North America and is known as the US/North American Mine Ventilation Symposium. The US/North American Mine Ventilation Symposium 2006 designated 'Coal Mine Methane Capture and Utilization' and 'Diesel Issues for Underground and Surface Mines' as topics of special interest. Numerous papers discussed these two topics, and there were presentations on mine dusts, mine fires, ventilation in large-opening mines, and numerous other ventilation topics. The symposium was supplemented by short courses on state-of-the-art in diesel emissions technology, computer analysis of ventilation circuits, personal dust monitoring, and methane capture technology. In addition, field trips to mines, researcTrade Review"A remarkable achievement, a beautiful piece of work, it is capable of providing a good introduction to the field for newcomers, and also contains valuable material and hints for experts. Perfectly readable, fluidly and gracefully written, the volume is an inspirational and forward-looking book, capable of engaging the reader quickly with subject matter and offering a refreshing look at mine ventilation. It is just what is needed for the understanding of mine ventilation." – In Current Engineering PracticeTable of ContentsForeword, Advisory committee. 1. Ventilation planning, 2. Diesel emissions control, 3. Mine dusts, 4. Heat and humidity, 5. Mine fires, 6. Mine seals, 7. Coalbed/coal mine methane, 8. Numerical modeling, 9. Mine gases, 10. Mine fans, 11. Mine stoppings, 12. Leakage and gob flows, 13. Ventilation education and training
£332.50
Taylor & Francis Ltd Materials Specification and Detailing Foundations
Book SynopsisContinuing in the holistic philosophy of the Technologies of Architecture series, this volume examines the various layers of knowledge, skills and mechanisms that make up the many approaches to the essential function of technical design in the creation of successful buildings.Well-illustrated with case studies, the author draws on his extensive experience in architectural education to provide a detailed description of the development process, acknowledging traditional solutions whilst also encouraging designers to consider innovative alternatives. Attention is paid to materials choices, detail design and specification writing.Students of architectural technology in particular, but also of architecture, building surveying and construction will find this syllabus-relevant title an invaluable asset in embracing their environmental responsibilities as designers and actively participating in the development of technical design language.Table of ContentsIntroduction Part 1: Technical Design Part 2: Communication of Information Part 3: Materials Part 4: Detailing Part 5: Specification
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