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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. General Information 2. Construction 3. Pipe Design 4. Electrical Design 5. Hydrostatic Testing 6. Pipeline Drying 7. Control Valves 8. Corrosion/Coatings 9. Gas-General 10. Gas-Compression 11. Gas-Hydraulics 12. Liquids-General 13. Liquids-Hydraulics 14. Pumps 15. Measurement 16. Instrumentation 17. Inspection, Maintenance, and Risk Evaluation 18. Tanks 19. Economics 20. Costs 21. Safety and Environment

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times-bestselling author, a new volume on the history of human ingenuity and its attendant breakthroughs and busts.

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. Semiconductor Diodes and Transistors 15 3. Thyristors 4. Static Induction Devices 5. SiC and GaN Power Semiconductor Devices 6. Power Electronic Modules 7. Diode Rectifiers 8. Single-Phase Controlled Rectifiers 9. Three-Phase Controlled Rectifiers 10. DC-DC Converters 11. Inverters 12. Resonant and Soft-switching Converters 13. Multilevel Power Converters 14. AC-AC Converters 15. Multiphase Converters 16. Power Factor Correction Circuits 17. Magnetic Circuit Design for Power Electronics 18. Solid-State Pulsed Power Modulators and Capacitor Charging Applications 19. Uninterruptible Power Supplies 20. Power Supplies 21. Electronic Ballasts 22. Wireless Power Transfer 23. Photovoltaic System Conversion 24. Power Electronics for Renewable Energy Sources 25. Electric Power Transmission 26. HVDC Transmission 27. Flexible AC Transmission Systems 28. Power Electronics for Wave Energy 29. Power Electronics for Distributed Energy 30. Power Electronics in Smart-Grid 31. Power Grid Resilience 32. Drive Types and Specifications 33. Electric Motor Drives 34. Power Electronics in Transportation 35. Linear and Nonlinear Control of Switching Power Converters 36. Fuzzy-Logic Applications in Electric Drives and Power Electronics 37. DSP-Based Control of Variable Speed Drives 38. Predictive Control of Power Electronic Converters 39. Active Power Filters 40. EMI Effects of Power Converters 41. Power Electronics Standards 42. Computer Simulation of Power Electronics and Motor Drives 43. Design for Reliability of Power Electronic Systems 44. Thermal Modeling and Analysis of Power Electronic Components and Systems

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Book SynopsisCelebrate and explore 100 years of MG cars with this impressive volume featuring expert commentary, historical images, period ads, and contemporary photography.For many car enthusiasts, MG is synonymous with “sports car.” It is often credited with igniting a passion for European cars in postwar America at a time when roads were otherwise filled with the lumbering output of Detroit. In MG’s native England, the company’s cars filled roles from family transport to competition driving.MG, as we think of it today, began in the 1920s, but its roots go back even further with a young William Morris. Initially working in the booming bicycle trade, he eventually branched into motorcycle and car repair with the fledgling Morris Garage (hence, MG) in 1907. By the mid 1920s, the successful Morris Garages was in a position to begin manufacture of its own cars under the MG name.MG grew significantly in the years before World War II, bui

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Book SynopsisThe Passivhaus Handbook is an essential guide to realizing a supremely comfortable, healthy and durable home with exceptionally low energy costs. It focuses on getting the building fabric right, to achieve ultra-low energy consumption in the most cost-effective manner. The approach is relevant to a wide range of building types and climates.Trade ReviewAs we move towards the 2016 zero carbon target in house building, Passivhaus construction looks like becoming not just popular in the UK, but commonplace. This is a no-nonsense and engaging introduction on how to do it. * Kevin McCloud *This excellent book acts both as an introduction to the details of the Passivhaus methodology and how it works in practice. Anyone who has clients who have expressed interest in a Passivhaus project would be well advised to suggest they get a copy of the book, as it is extremely well written and accessible. * Dave Palmer FBEng RIBA *This book gives a wonderful overview of Passivhaus in the UK today, not only enabling interested parties to understand the principles and pitfalls for their own projects, but also for policy makers and planning officers to understand how to avoid some of their ‘own goals’ in attempting to encourage conservation. * Peter Warm, Passivhaus Consultant, Trainer and Certifier *The Passivhaus Handbook really is the ‘bible’ for developing passivhaus housing, particularly if you are thinking of a self-build passivhaus. * Elrond Burrell, Passivhaus in Plain English *I‘m delighted to see everything about Passivhaus and its application in the UK collated for the first tiime, in The Passivhaus Handbook. The first-hand experience of the authors provides an excellent grounding for the book. * Jon Bootland, Chief Executive, Passivhaus Trust *Table of ContentsForeword by Wolfgang Feist Introduction How to use this book Part One: The how and why of Passivhaus Chapter 1: What is a Passivhaus? The Passivhaus energy standard, the Passivhaus concept, common misconceptions, retrofitting and the EnerPHit energy standard Chapter 2: The economics of a Passivhaus Economic culture, energy costs and supplies, factors affecting property prices, factors affecting Passivhaus costs, methods of determining cost-effectiveness Chapter 3: Passivhaus Certification Certification of buildings, building components, designers and contractors; the process and information required for building certification Chapter 4: Challenges of meeting the Passivhaus standard UK building culture, education and employment in construction, professional expertise, risk-aversity, the planning system, vernacular styles, the team approach, the disadvantages of a Passivhaus, Passivhaus and other low-energy standards Chapter 5: Natural materials, zero carbon and resilience Natural and low-embodied-energy building materials, zero carbon and the Code for Sustainable Homes (CSH), on-site low- or zero-carbon energy, post-peak energy, energy returned on energy invested (EROEI) Chapter 6: Setting up a Passivhaus project Choosing a plot, planning considerations, retrofit considerations, phased retrofitting and extensions, selecting an architect and builder, the role of the client Part Two: Passivhaus projects: a practical guide Chapter 7: Using the Passivhaus Planning Package (PHPP) History of the PHPP, PHPP worksheets: Verification, U-Values, Ground, WinType, Windows, Shading, Ventilation, Annual Heating Demand, Summer, Shading-S, DHW + Distribution, SolarDHW, Climate Chapter 8: Thermal bridges Constructional and geometrical thermal bridges, linear and point thermal bridges, thermal bypass, internal and external psi-values, dealing with thermal bridges, thermal bridge calculation Chapter 9: Airtightness and sequencing Air leakage and Passivhaus, internal air quality (IAQ), airtightness standards, wind-tightness, breathable materials, airtight materials, air leakage at the design stage and construction stage, sequencing, on-site communication and training, airtightness testing, typical airtight construction details Chapter 10: Moisture Liquid moisture and water vapour, relative humidity (RH) and indoor air quality (IAQ), capillarity, hygroscopicity, vapour permeability, moisture management in construction, breathability, example constructions (new build and retrofit) Chapter 11: Windows High-performance windows, U-values (frame, pane, spacer and installation factors), solar gain, window installation, window sills, doors, roof lights, avoiding summer overheating, the construction phase, future developments and costs Chapter 12: Ventilation Ventilation in UK housing and in Passivhaus, indoor air quality (IAQ), humidity, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) (components, heating, efficiency, noise levels, possible objections to MVHR, installation skills) Chapter 13: Living in a Passivhaus Noise, energy bills, kitchen and bathrooom, drying clothes, the MVHR, entering and leaving the house, case studies (Totnes Passivhaus, Denby Dale, Grove Cottage, Passivhaus apartment buildings) Chapter 14: Policy change in the UK Planning, a building-fabric-based energy standard, floor measurement conventions, VAT, Energy Performance Certificates, property tax, change in the construction sector, self-build, home-grown Passivhaus products, culture and policy-making Appendix A: Space heating and hot water Appendix B: Thermal conductivity values Appendix C: US units - metric conversions Appendix D: Certified Passivhaus projects in the UK Glossary of terms Glossary of units Notes Resources Index

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Book SynopsisStress-Free Mooring is a quick-access, extremely visual on-board practical guide to how to approach mooring and berthing situations in a yacht or motorboat. Condensing material from the highly successful Stress-Free Sailing and Stress-Free Motorboating into a bite-sized book for easy reference, Duncan Wells provides instant guidance to helmsmen seeking to learn how best to get on and off pontoons, jetties and harbour walls in all directions of wind and tide, as well as anchoring and picking up mooring buoys. The techniques are applicable anywhere in the world, on any type and size of boat.Areas covered include:Tying knots and mastering other rope workAdapting to different wind and tide configurationsCasting off from a dockSprings, bridles and slipped linesComing alongside a berthRafting up with other boatsAnchoringPicking up a mooring buoyWith step-by-step photos, explanatory diagrams and concise hints and tips, helmsmen can have at their fingertips the answers theTrade ReviewThe text is simple and bitesize, so you won't get bogged down in the detail. Spiral bound, you can easily flip through to find the help you need and leave the page open for reference. * Lifeboat *

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Book SynopsisLearn to use empathy and contextual awareness to achieve successful designs

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Book SynopsisIn The Last Ten Years, author Brian J. Dickson presents stunning colour photographs from the collections of three enthusiasts of the Seafield Railway Club in north London.Meeting regularly at New Southgate station to record the steam-handled traffic, their focus was initially on all things connected with the former London and North Eastern Railway, but as steam traction became restricted to smaller and smaller areas of operation, regular visits were made further afield, to the north-east of England, Scotland and the former London Midland and Scottish Railway sheds and lines.This record of steam locomotion in its final years of mainline usage, from 1959 to 1968, is sure to enhance any steam railway enthusiast’s library.

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Book SynopsisNow in its second edition, Sustainable Materials shows how we can greatly reduce the amount of material demanded and used in manufacturing, while still meeting everyone's needs. Materials, transformed from natural resources into the buildings, equipment, vehicles and goods that underpin our remarkable lifestyle, are made with amazing efficiency. But our growing demand is not sustainable. Production of just five materials – steel, aluminium, paper, plastics and cement – accounts for 55% of industrial emissions, and demand for materials will double by 2050. Can we continue to live well but use less materials? So far people have considered the problem with only one eye open, hoping for a magic solution (such as carbon capture and storage). But with both eyes open we have a whole new set of options. Rather than making more materials, we can use them more wisely – with less material, keeping them for longer, re-using their parts and more. These options make a huge difference: we really could set up our children with a more sustainable life, without compromising our own. Sustainable Materials faces up to the impacts of making materials in the 21st century. Drawing on their experiences working with innovative materials as well as the facts and findings of their research, Julian Allwood and Jonathan Cullen provide an evidence-based vision of change that will allow us to make our future more sustainable. Packed with hundreds of colour photos and helpful graphs and diagrams, Sustainable Materials provides a thorough analysis of the problems that we face through wasteful attitudes and the growing demand for materials, as well as an evaluation of practical and achievable solutions for the future. The first edition of this optimistic and richly-informed book was listed as one of Bill Gate's top reads in 2015, and was also chosen as an Outstanding Academic Title by ACRL Choice magazine. This up-to-date, revised edition is perfect for anyone with an interest in sustainability.Trade ReviewInstead of the usual ya-boo about sustainability, this is a pragmatic guide to getting more value from less stuff. Researched with long-term co-operation from industry, it emphasizes facts and evidence but is aimed at a popular readership. * BBC News Magazine *Well researched with reasoned and compelling arguments... This is essential reading for both student and practitioner, particularly those in senior management positions. 10/10. * Materials World (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining) *A valuable, impartial expert source in an important debate. * BOING BOING *The book offers perspectives from fundamental materials science, process engineering, product design and architecture, and economics not seen in most materials texts. * Science *An excellent book ... the message is clear and convincing: We can’t go on using materials the way we have been for the past 150 years, but fortunately, we don’t have to. We can meet the world’s growing need for the stuff of modern life, avoid the worst effects of climate change, and preserve the environment for future generations. * Bill Gates, Gates Notes *This is something you don’t see every day: a substantial, carefully-researched book on how to reform our manufacturing industries for policy-makers trying to cut emissions, and anyone in manufacturing, it should be required reading. * New Scientist Culture Lab *Accessible, fact-filled and entertaining read. * Friends of the Earth Blog *Allwood and Cullen write about engineering with the elegance of the best pop-science writers... A valuable, impartial expert source in an important debate. * Boing Boing *Table of ContentsThe world of materials With one eye open With both eyes open Other materials Creating sustainable material future References Index Acknowledgements About the authors

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Book SynopsisCharacterization of Condensed Matter A comprehensive and accessible introduction to the characterization of condensed materials The characterization of condensed materials is a crucial aspect of materials science. The science underlying this area of research and analysis is interdisciplinary, combining electromagnetic spectroscopy, surface and interface testing methods, physiochemical analysis methods, and more. All of this must be brought to bear in order to understand the relationship between microstructures and larger-scale properties of condensed matter. Characterization of Condensed Matter: An Introduction to Composition, Microstructure, and Surface Methods introduces the technologies involved in the characterization of condensed matter and their many applications. It incorporates more than a decades’ experience in teaching a successful undergraduate course in the subject and emphasizes accessibility and continuously reinforced learning. The result is a survey which promises to equip students with both underlying theory and real experimental instances of condensed matter characterization. Characterization of Condensed Matter readers will also find: Detailed treatment of techniques including electromagnetic spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, X-ray absorption, electron microscopy, surface and element analysis, and more Incorporation of concrete experimental examples for each technique Exercises at the end of each chapter to facilitate understanding Characterization of Condensed Matter is a useful reference for undergraduates and early-career graduate students seeking a foundation and reference for these essential techniques.Table of ContentsPart I Fundamental of Universe, Matter, Condensed Matter and Materials 1 1 Universe, Matter, Condensed Matter and Materials 3 1.1 Features of the Universe and Fundamental Constants 4 1.2 Structure and Composition of Matter 9 1.2.1 Classification and Characteristics of Matter (Radiation Coupling and Energy Conservation) 9 1.2.2 Fundamental Particles 9 1.2.3 Fundamental Forces 11 1.3 Fundamental Constants Describing the Universe and Matter 15 1.4 Experiments to Study Fundamental Particles and Forces 20 1.5 Introduction to Condensed Matter and Materials 27 1.5.1 Classification of Condensed Matter 28 1.5.2 Structures and Compositions of Condensed Matter or Materials 30 1.5.3 Intrinsic Properties of Condensed Matter and Materials 32 1.6 Main Research Areas in Condensed Matter Physics 33 Questions for Thinking 34 References 34 2 The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory 37 2.1 A Brief History of Gravitational and Gravitational-Wave Measurements 37 2.2 Fundamentals of LIGO and Related Facility Development 39 2.2.1 Detecting Gravitational Waves 41 2.2.2 Educational Analogy Experiments 44 2.2.2.1 Herriott Delay Line 45 2.3 Key Components of the LIGO Facility 47 2.3.1 Coherent Laser Source and Laser 47 2.3.2 The Laser Interferometer Detector 47 2.3.3 Fourier Transform and Signal Processing System 48 2.4 Application of LIGO 49 2.4.1 Detection of a Supernova Explosion 49 2.4.2 Detection of Black Hole Fusion 50 Questions for Thinking 51 List of Abbreviations 51 References 51 3 Fundamentals of Crystallography: Microstructures and Crystal Phases of Condensed Matter 55 3.1 The Microstructure of Condensed Matter and Materials 55 3.1.1 The Microscale 55 3.1.2 The Hard-Sphere Model 56 3.1.3 Energy and Packing 57 3.1.4 Crystals, Quasicrystals and Amorphous Structures 58 3.2 The Unit Cell 60 3.2.1 Lattice and Motif 60 3.2.2 Lattice and Crystal Structure 61 3.2.3 Unit Cell and Unit Vectors 61 3.2.4 Unit Cells, Bravais Lattices and Crystal Systems 63 3.2.5 Unit Cells and Their Parameters 65 3.3 Crystal Structures (Phases) 65 3.3.1 Close Packing and Stacking 65 3.3.2 The Face-Centered Cubic (FCC) Lattice and its Parameters 67 3.3.3 The Body-Centered Cubic (BCC) Lattice and its Parameters 69 3.3.4 The Hexagonal Close-Packed (HCP) Lattice and its Parameters 70 3.3.5 Point Coordinates and Crystallographic Directions 71 3.3.6 Crystallographic Families and Symmetry 72 3.3.7 Coordinate Transformations 72 3.3.8 Crystallographic Planes and Miller Indices 73 3.3.9 Linear Density, Planar Density and Crystal Density 74 3.4 Quasicrystals 77 3.4.1 A Brief History of Quasicrystals 77 3.4.2 Phase and Structure Characteristics of Quasicrystals 79 Questions for Thinking 79 References 80 Part II Electromagnetic Spectroscopy 81 4 Elements of X-Ray Diffraction 83 4.1 Diffraction of X-Rays 83 4.1.1 The Kinematical Theory of Diffraction 85 4.1.2 The Dynamical Diffraction Theory 85 4.1.3 The Mechanism of the Interaction between X-Rays and the Unit Cell 86 4.1.4 Scattering of X-Rays and the Structure Factor of the Unit Cell 86 4.2 Development of X-Ray Diffraction 88 4.3 Generation of X-Rays 91 4.3.1 X-Ray Tubes: Cathode Ray Tube Structure 91 4.3.2 The Interaction of X-Rays with Matter 92 4.3.2.1 Scattering of X-Rays 92 4.3.2.2 Absorption of X-Rays by Matter 93 4.4 Applications 94 4.4.1 Crystal Phase Analysis 94 4.4.2 Determination of Inner Stress of Condensed Samples 97 4.4.2.1 Measurement of Residual Stress in Polycrystalline Materials 98 4.4.2.2 Measurement of Residual Stress in Single-Crystalline Materials 100 Questions for Thinking 101 References 101 5 X-Ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy (XRF) 103 5.1 Theoretical Foundations 103 5.2 General Setup of an XRF Spectrometer 104 5.3 Types of XRF Analyzers 107 5.4 History and Current Status of XRF 108 5.5 Applications 109 5.6 Appendix 112 5.6.1 Analysis of XRF Spectra 112 5.6.2 Total Reflection XRF, Proton-Excited XRF and Synchrotron Radiation XRF Spectrometry 113 Questions for Thinking 114 References 114 6 X-Ray Emission Spectroscopy (XES) 115 6.1 Principles of XAS and XES 115 6.2 Classification of XES 118 6.3 History of XES and Common XES Spectrometers 119 6.4 Applications 119 Questions for Thinking 121 References 121 7 X-Ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS) 123 7.1 The Physics of XAS 123 7.1.1 The Principle of X-Ray Absorption Near-Edge Structure (XANES) Spectroscopy 123 7.1.2 The Principle of Extended X-Ray Absorption Fine Structure (EXAFS) Spectroscopy 124 7.2 Generation of X-Ray Synchrotron Radiation 125 7.2.1 The Structure of Synchrotron Radiation Facilities 126 7.2.2 Synchrotron Radiation Facilities Around the World 127 7.3 Applications of XANES Spectroscopy 132 7.4 Applications of EXAFS Spectroscopy 133 7.5 Differences Between EXAFS and XANES 133 Questions for Thinking 134 References 134 8 X-Ray Raman Scattering (XRS) 137 8.1 Interaction of Light and Matter in XRS 137 8.2 A Brief History of XRS Spectrometers 139 8.3 Components of an XRS Spectrometer 141 8.3.1 X-Ray Scattering Crystal Detector 141 8.3.2 High-Resolution Crystal Detector 142 8.3.3 A Superlattice Thin-Film Mirror Surface as a Double Multilayer Monochromator 142 8.3.4 The Detection of Scattered Photons in XRS 143 8.4 Applications of XRS 143 8.4.1 Chemistry 143 8.4.2 Polymer Science 143 8.4.3 Materials Science 144 8.4.4 Biology 145 8.4.5 Chinese Herbal Medicine 146 8.4.6 Gem Research 146 8.4.7 Investigation of Cultural Relics 147 8.5 Summary and Outlook 147 Questions for Thinking 148 References 148 9 Fourier-Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy 149 9.1 General Scope of FTIR Spectroscopy 149 9.2 A Brief History of IR Spectrometers 150 9.3 Basic Concepts 150 9.4 Setup of a Standard FTIR Instrument 153 9.5 Advantages of FTIR Spectroscopy 155 9.5.1 Signal-to-Noise Ratio and Linearity 155 9.5.2 Accuracy 155 9.5.3 Data Handling Facility 155 9.5.4 Mechanical Simplicity 155 9.6 Key Elements of an FTIR Spectrometer 156 9.6.1 IR Light Source and Laser 156 9.6.2 Michelson Interferometer and Beam Splitter 156 9.6.2.1 Michelson Interferometer 156 9.6.2.2 Measuring and Processing the Interferogram 158 9.6.2.3 Beamsplitter 160 9.6.3 Infrared Photodetector 160 9.6.4 Fourier Transform and Signal Processing System 161 9.7 Spectral Range 161 9.7.1 Far Infrared 161 9.7.2 Mid Infrared 161 9.7.3 Near Infrared 161 9.8 Application of FTIR Spectroscopy 162 9.8.1 Biological Materials 162 9.8.2 Microscopy and Imaging 162 9.8.3 Studies at the Nanoscale and Spectroscopy Below the Diffraction Limit 162 9.8.4 FTIR Systems as Detectors in Chromatography 162 9.8.5 Thermogravimetric Analysis 163 9.8.6 Emission Spectroscopy and IR Chemiluminescence 163 9.8.7 Kinetics of Chemical Reactions and Spectra of Transient Species 163 Questions for Thinking 164 References 164 10 Energy-Dispersive X-Ray (EDX) Spectroscopy of Elements 167 10.1 Principles of EDX Spectroscopy 167 10.1.1 Production of Characteristic X-Rays 167 10.2 A Brief History of EDX Spectrometer Development 169 10.3 Key Components of EDX Spectrometers 170 10.3.1 The X-Ray Generator 170 10.3.2 The Vacuum System 170 10.3.3 The X-Ray Detector 171 10.3.3.1 The Semiconductor Detectors 171 10.3.3.2 The Direct Detectors 172 10.3.3.3 The Indirect Detectors 172 10.3.4 The Signal Processing System 173 10.4 Applications of EDX Spectroscopy 173 10.4.1 Surface Penetration 173 10.4.2 Elemental Resolution, Reliability, and Errors 173 10.4.3 Characteristics of EDX Energy Spectrometers 174 Questions for Thinking 175 References 176 Part III Characterization Methods Based on the Particle (electron Or Electron Beam, Neutron)–matter Interaction 177 11 Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) 179 11.1 Interaction Between the Electron Beam and Matter 180 11.1.1 Elastic Scattering 180 11.1.2 Inelastic Scattering 181 11.2 Signal Detection 182 11.2.1 Primary and Secondary Electrons 183 11.2.2 Backscattered Electrons and Auger Electrons 183 11.2.3 The Relation Between Surface Topography and Secondary Electrons 184 11.2.4 The Relation Between Atomic Number z and Backscattered Electrons 184 11.3 History of SEM Development 185 11.4 Key Components of SEM Devices 186 11.4.1 Electron Beam Sources 186 11.4.1.1 Thermionic Electron Guns 186 11.4.1.2 Field-Emission Electron Guns 187 11.4.2 Electronic Detectors 187 11.4.3 Signal Processing and Imaging System 188 11.5 Application and Expansion of SEM 190 11.5.1 Analysis of Powder Particles 190 11.5.2 Fracture Analysis 190 11.5.3 Observation and Analysis Metallographic Structures 190 11.5.4 Dynamic Study of Fracture Processes 191 Questions for Thinking 191 References 191 12 Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) 193 12.1 The Interaction Between Electrons and Atoms 193 12.1.1 Transmitted Electrons and Bright-Field Image 195 12.2 Brief History of EM and TEM Development 195 12.3 Key Components of EM and TEM Instruments 198 12.3.1 The Basic Structure of a TEM 198 12.3.1.1 Illumination System 198 12.3.1.2 Electron Gun 199 12.3.1.3 Electromagnetic Lenses 199 12.3.1.4 Imaging System 201 12.3.1.5 Viewing and Recording System 202 12.4 Applications and Extensions of TEM 202 12.4.1 Analysis of Microstructure and Morphology 202 12.4.2 Element Distribution and Morphology Analysis Using EDX Combined with TEM 203 12.4.3 High-Angle Annular Dark-Field (HAADF) STEM 204 Questions for Thinking 205 References 206 13 Spherical-Aberration-Corrected Transmission Electron Microscopy (sac-tem) 207 13.1 The Principle of Spherical Aberration Correction 207 13.2 History of SAC-TEM and Spherical Aberration Correctors 207 13.2.1 The Development of SAC-TEM 207 13.2.2 Spherical Aberration Correctors 208 13.3 Applications of SAC-TEM or SAC-STEM 210 13.3.1 Atomic Structure Characterization 210 13.3.2 Surface and Interface Study 210 13.3.3 Differentiation of Light Elements 211 Questions for Thinking 213 References 213 14 Environmental Transmission Electron Microscopy (ETEM) 215 14.1 Design of Environmental TEM Instruments 216 14.1.1 Windowed Cell 216 14.1.2 Differential Pumping 217 14.2 Applications of ETEM 219 14.2.1 In-Situ Observation of Vapor–Liquid–Solid Growth in the Formation of Nanowires 219 14.2.2 In-Situ Reduction of Metal Oxides 220 14.2.3 Photocatalytic Splitting of Water 222 14.2.4 Particle Formation and Migration 223 14.2.5 Nucleation and Growth of Nanomaterials in Liquid Solution 224 Questions for Thinking 227 References 227 15 Holography 229 15.1 Principles and Foundations 229 15.1.1 The Holographic Principle 229 15.1.2 Electronic Holography 231 15.1.3 Characteristics of Electronic Holography 233 15.2 History 236 15.3 Applications of Electronic Holography 238 15.3.1 The Principle of Observing Electromagnetic Fields with Electronic Holography 238 15.3.2 Fine Structures of Domain Walls in Magnetic Films 239 15.3.3 Micro-Distribution of Magnetic Fields 240 15.3.4 Observing Recorded Magnetization Patterns 240 15.3.5 Quantitative Measurement of Magnetic Moments Using Electron Holography 241 Questions for Thinking 242 References 242 Part IV Characterization Methods for Hyperfine Structures Related to the Magnetic Properties of Electrons and Nuclei 245 16 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy 247 16.1 Basic Theory and Principles 247 16.1.1 Nuclear Spins and Magnetic Moments 247 16.1.2 Relaxation of Nuclear Magnetic Moments 249 16.2 Pulsed Fourier-Transform (FT) NMR Spectrometry 251 16.2.1 Basic Setup of an NMR Spectrometer 251 16.2.2 Basic Operating Principle 252 16.2.3 Parameters and Performance of NMR Measurements 253 16.3 Acquisition of NMR Signals 255 16.3.1 Magnetic Field Gradients 255 16.3.2 Pulse Sequences in MRI 257 Questions for Thinking 259 References 260 17 Mössbauer Effect and Mössbauer Spectroscopy 261 17.1 Introduction 261 17.2 History and Development 262 17.3 Principles and Fundamentals 263 17.3.1 Mössbauer Effect 263 17.3.2 Mössbauer Spectroscopy 264 17.4 Analysis of Mössbauer Spectra 265 17.4.1 Isomer Shift 265 17.4.2 Quadrupole Splitting 266 17.4.3 Magnetic Hyperfine Splitting or Nuclear Zeeman Effect 267 17.5 Instrumentation and Equipment 268 17.5.1 Actuating Device 268 17.5.2 γ-Ray Sources 269 17.5.3 γ-Ray Detectors 269 17.5.4 Amplifier and Pulse-Height Measuring System 271 17.5.5 Data Collector, Processor, and Analyzer 271 17.6 Applications of the Mössbauer Effect and Mössbauer Spectroscopy 272 17.6.1 Features of the Mössbauer Effect and of Mössbauer Spectroscopy 272 17.6.2 Specific Applications 273 Questions for Thinking 275 References 275 Part V Surface Analysis Method 277 18 Atomic Force Microscopy 279 18.1 Detection of Surface Morphology with AFM 279 18.2 History of AFM 281 18.3 Key Components of an AFM Instrument 281 18.3.1 Cantilever and Laser System 281 18.3.1.1 Laser 281 18.3.1.2 Cantilever 281 18.3.2 Piezoelectric Scanner 282 18.3.3 Operating Modes 283 18.3.3.1 Static or Contact Mode 283 18.3.3.2 Dynamic Mode 283 18.3.3.3 Tapping Mode 284 18.3.3.4 Noncontact Mode 285 18.4 Applications and Extensions of AFM 286 18.4.1 Surface Topography 286 18.4.2 Atomic Force Spectroscopy 287 18.4.3 In-situ Observation of Biomolecular Processes 287 18.5 Recent Progress of AFM 288 18.5.1 Principles and Applications of Scanning Near-Field Ultrasonic Holography Under AFM Platform 288 18.5.2 Ultrasonic AFM for the Detection of Subsurface Morphology 288 18.5.3 Photoacoustic Microscopy 290 Questions for Thinking 291 References 291 19 X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) 293 19.1 Brief History of XPS Spectroscopy 293 19.2 Applications of XPS Spectroscopy 293 19.2.1 Surface Sensitivity 293 19.2.2 Element Resolution, Reliability, and Error 294 19.2.3 Typical Analysis of XPS Spectra 295 Questions for Thinking 296 References 296 Part VI Some Progress and Perspective 297 20 New and Recent Experimental Techniques 299 20.1 Methods Based on Interactions Between Electromagnetic Waves and Matter 299 20.1.1 Confocal Laser Scanning Fluorescence Microscopy 299 20.1.2 Two-Photon Microscopy 301 20.1.3 Optical-Mode Photoacoustic Microscopy 302 20.1.4 Multicolor 3D Fluorescence Microscopy 303 20.1.5 Optical Coherence Tomography 305 20.1.6 X-Ray Free-Electron Lasers 307 20.1.7 Femtosecond Lasers 308 20.1.7.1 Applications of Femtosecond Lasers 309 20.2 Methods Based on Interactions Between Electrons and Matter 310 20.2.1 Environmental Scanning Electron Microscopy 310 20.2.1.1 Main Features of ESEM 311 20.2.1.2 Representative Applications of ESEM 312 20.2.2 High-Resolution STEM 313 20.2.3 Transmission Electron Cryomicroscopy 314 20.2.4 Scanning-Probe Microscopy 315 Questions for Thinking 316 References 316 Answers to “Questions for Thinking” 319 Index 349

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Longlisted for the Young Adult Science Book Award, AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books""One of NPR's best books of 2020""If you enjoy imagining a mission in which humans launch a rocket that contains a spacecraft that releases a lander that launches a space boat – or even a space submarine – Hand’s book will help you grasp the full picture."---Philip Ewing, NPR's best books of 2020"A NASA scientist looks to the water-rich moons of Jupiter and Saturn, such as Europa, Titan, and Enceladus, as promising sites for the search for life beyond the Earth." * Publishers Weekly *"[Alien Oceans] describes why studying Earth’s own ocean is a crucial chapter in the quest to explore the shores of extraterrestrial seas."---Nadia Drake, National Geographic"Alien Oceans offers a historical look—as well as a peek into the future—at one of the most exciting aspects of space exploration. With the technology at hand, we could determine whether there’s life beyond Earth."---Sid Perkins, Science News"A book that is likely to prove one of the year’s most enthralling first-person accounts of a life in science."---Simon Ings, New Scientist"Alien Oceans successfully straddles a fine line between accessibility and scientific thoroughness. Hand's book is as fascinating as it is optimistic."---Tobias Mutter, Shelf Awareness"A maritime tale like no other. . . . For those who dream of plying the South Seas with Cook, or descending in the Bathysphere with Beebe, Alien Oceans provides an appealing guide to seas undreamt of until now."---Andrew H. Knoll, Times Literary Supplement"What is so captivating about this book is that it isn't just a solid survey of what we've learned in recent decades about the icy moons, but that the narrative is told by an active researcher deeply embedded in these endeavours. Through Hand's eyes we meet many of the key personalities involved and feel the sting of disappointment at cancelled funding or a malfunctioning probe, as well as the soaring excitement of a new discovery."---Lewis Dartnell, BBC Sky at Night Magazine"The author discusses how we look for and study alien oceans and what the future holds for this increasingly popular field of research. This is a book well suited to the general public, with very accessible prose, and science interspersed with personal anecdotes and witty analogies." * Nature Astronomy *"It’s a tale full of scientific twists, and Hand proves an exemplary guide: never going quite where you expect him to go and confidently leading you to ideas that are, as you’d hope, not at all obvious."---Corey S. Powell, American Scientist"To paraphrase Hamlet, there are more things in heaven and Earth than are dreamt in our philosophy. Hand calls on us to probe the depths of alien oceans to discover them. I agree."---Robert Zubrin, National Review"This is a fun, pretty cool book to read. . . . Hand’s enthusiasm is clear to see, and he has written an accessible book that takes the general reader along with him to illustrate what we already know about Io, Callisto, Titan, Ganymede and Europa too."---Simon Cocking, Irish Tech News"This book would make anyone excited about space. The research presented is thorough and the pictures included are amazing. Hand dives into every aspect of life imaginable."---Rachel Dehning, Manhattan Book Review"A thoughtful and thought-provoking treatise on the many facets that are being pursued in our quest to discover new worlds and search for life beyond our atmosphere."---Milbry C. Polk, The Explorers Journal"Alien Oceans represents an excellent introduction to the search for life in a newly defined zone of possibility. It is a good rendering of how scientific research in extreme environments is carried out, including examples of things that can go badly wrong, and comes across to the reader as the work of someone with a real enthusiasm for his subject. I very much hope that Hand will be our guide on future journeys."---John Gilbey, Chemistry World"[Hand] has been to improbable places - at risk to his own life - and has managed to conduct science while not passing on the chance to drink in the awe and wonderment of being there. This book is laced with that unfiltered enthusiasm and awe for what we have learned, what we are learning, and what lies ahead."---Keith Cowing, Astrobiology Web"Terribly fascinating, Alien Oceans makes a convincing case for exploring the moons in our solar system in the search for extraterrestrial life."---Leon Vlieger, The Inquisitive Biologist"If you want to learn about how the intersection of numerous areas of science are helping inform our understanding of the oceans, space, and ourselves, Alien Oceans is by far one of the most clearly written books on the topic. . . . It is also a wonderful window into the way scientists and engineers think about solving real world problems and applying basic knowledge."---Jonathan Wai, Forbes"A brilliant, exciting book that puts forth the best possible case for seeking extraterrestrial life on the moons of Jupiter, Saturn, and Neptune. I highly recommend it as one of the best books on astrobiology that I have seen so far."---Peter R. Bahn, Origins of Life and Evolution of Biospheres"Superb. . . . Alien Oceans is a delightful way to open the door to the discoveries that have already been made in this area of research as well as what questions are seeking to be answered now and what aspirations researchers have for the future."---Johannes E. Riutta, The Well-read Naturalist

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1 Basic Concepts 1.1 System of Units 1.2 Basic Quantities 1.3 Circuit Elements Summary Problems 2 Resistive Circuits 2.1 Ohm’s Law 2.2 Kirchhoff’s Laws 2.3 Single-Loop Circuits 2.4 Single-Node-Pair Circuits 2.5 Series and Parallel Resistor Combinations 2.6 Circuits with Series-Parallel Combinations of Resistors 2.7 Wye ⇌ Delta Transformations 2.8 Circuits with Dependent Sources 2.9 Resistor Technologies for Electronic Manufacturing 2.10 Application Examples 2.11 Design Examples Summary Problems 3Network Theorems 3.1 Nodal Analysis 3.2 Loop Analysis 3.3 Equivalence and Linearity 3.4 Superposition 3.5 Thevenin’s and Norton’s Theorems 3.6 Maximum Power Transfer 3.7 Reciprocity Theorem 3.8 Compensation Theorem 3.9 Millman’s Theorem 3.10 Application Examples 3.11 Design Examples Summary Problems 4 Operational Amplifiers 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Op-Amp Models 4.3 Fundamental Op-Amp Circuits 4.4 Comparators 4.5 Application Examples 4.6 Design Examples Summary Problems 5 Capacitance and Inductance 5.1 Capacitors 5.2 Inductors 5.3 Capacitor and Inductor Combinations 5.4 RC Operational Amplifier Circuits 5.5 Application Examples 5.6 Design Examples Summary Problems 6 First- and Second-Order Transient Circuits 6.1 Introduction 6.2 First-Order Circuits 6.3 Second-Order Circuits 6.4 Application Examples 6.5 Design Examples Summary Problems 7 Sinusoidal Steady-State Analysis 7.1 Sinusoids 7.2 Sinusoidal and Complex Forcing Functions 7.3 Phasors 7.4 Phasor Relationships for Circuit Elements 7.5 Impedance and Admittance 7.6 Phasor Diagrams 7.7 Basic Analysis Using Kirchhoff’s Laws 7.8 Analysis Techniques 7.9 Application Examples 7.10 Design Examples Summary Problems 8 Steady-State Power Analysis 8.1 Instantaneous Power 8.2 Average Power 8.3 Maximum Average Power Transfer 8.4 Effective or RMS Values 8.5 The Power Factor 8.6 Complex Power 8.7 Power Factor Correction 8.8 Single-Phase Three-Wire Circuits 8.9 Safety Considerations 8.10 Application Examples 8.11 Design Examples Summary Problems 9 Magnetically Coupled Networks 9.1 Mutual Inductance 9.2 Energy Analysis 9.3 The Ideal Transformer 9.4 Safety Considerations 9.5 Application Examples 9.6 Design Examples Summary Problems 10 Three-Phase Circuits 10.1 Three-Phase Circuits 10.2 Three-Phase Connections 10.3 Source/Load Connections 10.4 Power Relationships 10.5 Unbalanced Load Connections 10.6 Power Factor Correction 10.7Application Examples 10.8 Design Examples Summary Problems 11 Variable-Frequency Network Performance 11.1 Variable Frequency-Response Analysis 11.2 Sinusoidal Frequency Analysis 11.3 Resonant Circuits 11.4 Scaling 11.5 Filter Networks 11.6 Application Examples 11.7 Design Examples Summary Problems 12 The Laplace Transform 12.1 Definition 12.2 Step and Impulse Functions 12.3 Transform Pairs 12.4 Properties of the Laplace Transform 12.5 Performing the Inverse Transform 12.6 Convolution Integral 12.7 Initial-Value and Final-Value Theorems 12.8 Solving Differential Equations Using Laplace Transforms Summary Problems 13 Application of the Laplace Transform to Circuit Analysis 13.1 Laplace Circuit Solutions 13.2 Circuit Element Models 13.3 Analysis Techniques 13.4 Transfer Function 13.5 Pole-Zero Plot/Bode Plot Connection 13.6 Steady-State Response Summary Problems 14 Fourier Analysis Techniques 14.1 Fourier Series 14.2 Fourier Transform 14.3 Application Example 14.4 Design Examples Summary Problems 15 Two-Port Networks 15.1 Admittance Parameters 15.2 Impedance Parameters 15.3 Hybrid Parameters 15.4 Transmission Parameters 15.5 Inverse Hybrid Parameters 15.6 Inverse Transmission Parameters 15.7 Parameter Conversions 15.8 Interconnection of Two-Port Networks Summary Problems 16 Diodes 16.1 Introduction 16.2 Modeling Techniques 16.3 Analysis Using the Diode Equation 16.4 Diode Rectifiers 16.5 Zener Diodes Summary Problems APPENDIX A Complex Numbers APPENDIX B Fundamental of Engineering (FE) Exam Problems (online supplement) Index

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Book SynopsisModels covered GSX-R600K6 599cc 2006 GSX-R600K7 599cc 2007 GSX-R600K8 599cc 2008 GSX-R600K9 599cc 2009 GSX-R600L0 599cc 2010 GSX-R600L1 599cc 2011 GSX-R600L2 599cc 2012 GSX-R600L3 599cc 2013 GSX-R600L4 599cc 2014 GSX-R600L5 599cc 2015 GSX-R600L6 599cc 2016 GSX-R750K6 750cc 2006 GSX-R750K7 750cc 2007 GSX-R750K8 750cc 2008 GSX-R750K9 750cc 2009 GSX-R750L0 750cc 2010 GSX-R750L1 750cc 2011 GSX-R750L2 750cc 2012 GSX-R750L3 750cc 2013 GSX-R750L4 750cc 2014 GSX-R750K5 750cc 2015 GSX-R750K6 750cc 2016Table of ContentsContents Safety First! Identification numbers Pre-ride checks Model history and development Bike spec Chapter 1 : Routine maintenance and servicing Chapter 2 : Engine, clutch and gearbox Chapter 3 : Cooling system Chapter 4 : Engine management system Chapter 5 : Frame and suspension Chapter 6 : Brakes, wheels and final drive Chapter 7 : Bodywork Chapter 8 : Electrical system Wiring diagrams Reference

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Book SynopsisFundamental to any livestock improvement programme by animal scientists, is the prediction of genetic merit in the offspring generation for desirable production traits such as increased growth rate, or superior meat, milk and wool production. Covering the foundational principles on the application of linear models for the prediction of genetic merit in livestock, this new edition is fully updated to incorporate recent advances in genomic prediction approaches, genomic models for multi-breed and crossbred performance, dominance and epistasis. It provides models for the analysis of main production traits as well as functional traits and includes numerous worked examples. For the first time, R codes for key examples in the textbook are provided online. The book covers: - The relationship between the genome and the phenotype. - BLUP models for various livestock data and structure. - Incorporation of related ancestral parents and metafounders in prediction models. - Models for survival analysis and social interaction. - Advancements in genomic prediction approaches and selection. - Genomic models for multi-breed and crossbred performance. - Models for non-additive genetic effects including dominance and epistasis. - Estimation of genetic parameters including Gibbs sampling approaches. - Computation methods for solving linear mixed model equations. Suitable for graduate and postgraduate students, researchers and lecturers of animal breeding, genetics and genomics, this established textbook provides a thorough grounding in both the basics and in new developments of linear models and animal genetics.Table of Contents1: The Genome and phenotypes 2: Genetic evaluation with different sources of records 3: Genetic covariance between relatives 4: Best linear unbiased prediction of breeding value: univariate models with one random effect 5: Best linear unbiased prediction of breeding value: Models with random environmental effects 6: Best Linear unbiased prediction of breeding value: Multivariate models 7: Methods to reduce the dimension of multivariate models 8: Maternal traits models: Animal and reduced animal Models 9: Social interaction models 10: Analysis of longitudinal data 11: Genomic prediction and selection 12: Single-step approaches to genomics 13: Non-additive animal models 14: Genetic and genomic models for multibreed and crossbred analyses 15: Analysis of ordered categorical traits 16: Survival analysis 17: Estimation of genetic parameters 18: Use of Gibbs sampling in variance component estimation and breeding value prediction 19: Solving linear equations

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Book SynopsisHeritage occupies a privileged position within the built environment. Most municipalities in the United States, and nearly all countries around the world, have laws and policies to preserve heritage in situ, seeking to protect places from physical loss and the forces of change. That privilege, however, is increasingly being unsettled by the legacies of racial, economic, and social injustice in both the built environment and historic preservation policy, and by the compounding climate crisis. Though many heritage projects and practitioners are confronting injustice and climate in innovative ways, systemic change requires looking beyond the formal and material dimensions of place and to the processes and outcomes of preservation policy—operationalized through laws and guidelines, regulatory processes, and institutions—across time and socio-geographic scales, and in relation to the publics they are intended to serve. This third volume in the Issues in Preservation Policy series examines historic preservation as an enterprise of ideas, methods, institutions, and practices that must reorient toward a new horizon, one in which equity and sustainability become critical guideposts for policy evolution.With contributions from Lisa T. Alexander, Louise Bedsworth, Ken Bernstein, Robin Bronen, Sara C. Bronin, Shreya Ghoshal, Scott Goodwin, Claudia Guerra, Victoria Herrmann, James B. Lindberg, Randall Mason, Jennifer Minner, David Moore, Marcy Rockman, Stephanie Ryberg-Webster, A.R. Siders, Amanda L. Webb, and Vicki Weiner.

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Book SynopsisThe go-to guide on mushroom farming and cultivation! This is a reference book for the next generation of DIY mycologists. Sandor Ellix Katz, author of The Art of Fermentation A clear, comprehensive guide that is a gift to amateur as well as professional mushroom growers. Toby Hemenway, author of Gaia’s Garden In Organic Mushroom Farming and Mycoremediation, professional mushroom grower and biologist Tradd Cotter shares the results of his groundbreaking research gives, giving readers an A to Z guide for cultivating mushrooms – from sourcing laboratory equipment at low cost to starting cultures and spawn generation - without chemical or electrical input. Readers will learn: How to cultivate morels indoors and outdoors Indispensable descriptions of 25+ different genus of mushrooms Training mycelium to respond to specific contaminants Perpetuating spawn on cardboard without the use of electricity Preparing tinctures, powders and mushroom-infused honey Making an antibacterial mushroom cutting board How to grow mushrooms on your old denim jeans! Organic Mushroom Farming and Mycoremediation is aimed towards readers wanting to grow mushrooms without the use of pesticides, and the author takes this “organic” drive one step further by introducing an entirely new way of thinking – looking at the potential to grow mushrooms on just about anything, anywhere and by anyone.Trade ReviewLibrary Journal- "Microbiologist Cotter came to mushroom farming in his 20s and quickly became hooked. He shares his enthusiasm for the practice in this wide-ranging book, which covers topics of interest for the beginning hobbyist to the market farmer. Starting with general information about the mushroom life cycle and growing techniques, it progresses into innovative applications for mushrooms and educational ideas using fungi, and then gets into advanced systems. The title concludes with a guide to specific mushrooms and methods for growing them indoors and outdoors. Highlights of innovative techniques include growing media and guerilla urban mushroom producing. More advanced and experimental projects are fascinating, such as the potential for mushroom farming on a space ship and advice on ways to cultivate morels. Emphasized throughout are low-cost and sustainable methods, with several features on how to grow mushrooms without electricity and in disaster areas. Cotter describes the “mushroom rescue modules” he imagines being shipped to disaster relief areas that can provide food, mosquito control, and water purification. ­VERDICT Because this title covers a lot of ground it will be extremely useful for mushroom farming enthusiasts at any level.”Booklist- "Mushrooms 'are part of Nature’s decomposers and constructors, the agent of habitat renewal,' Cotter tells us. And mycoremediation is the use of mushrooms to create an effective biomass that can break down environmental and industrial pollutants. A microbiologist, mycologist, and organic gardener, Cotter takes a holistic approach, mindful of the mushroom’s life cycle and ecological role, in this challenging guide to the indoor and outdoor cultivation of edible mushroom varieties. He also provides information on medicinal, industrial, and ecologically remedial applications. His in-depth exploration extends beyond cultivation to 'healing the people and the planet.' The book’s four sections cover the fundamentals of mushroom cultivation; innovative applications and projects, including alcoholic beverages; advanced techniques and research, including mycoremediation; and detailed descriptions of selected mushrooms. With plenty of photographs and other illustrations and comprehensive back matter, including glossary, bibliography, list of resources and suppliers, and index, Cotter’s advanced how-to is best for those seeking serious mycological knowledge.”Publishers Weekly- "This comprehensive introduction to growing and utilizing fungi has something for all mushroom-inclined readers, be they individuals curious about growing edible fungi in their backyards or basements, prospective mushroom farmers setting up large growing systems, educators from kindergarten to college levels, or innovators experimenting with eco-friendly materials. In addition to providing step-by-step directions for growing mushrooms, the book foodies, amateur scientists, and activists with esoteric and advanced applications for them, such as mushroom-infused beers; 'mushroom modules' that can be used for food, water filtration, or insect control in disaster relief; and mushrooms that can be “trained” to break down specific contaminants. Both practical and passionate, Cotter offers extensive and detailed information about mushroom biology, propagation, and remediation for novices. This refreshing take goes beyond typical how-tos, which only provide rote directions and absolute answers. He has equal interest in encouraging budding mycologists, mushroom growers, and mycoremediators to observe, experiment, and add to the knowledge of this mysterious burgeoning field.”“Organic Mushroom Farming and Mycoremediation is a guide and inspiration for new and experienced mushroom cultivators alike. Tradd Cotter has done a great job of combining the complexity of mushroom cultivation with the intuitive simplicity of ‘small steps.’ Highly recommended for fungophiles as a great read and reference!” --Jim Gibson, past president, Colorado Mycological Society“Tradd Cotter has written a clear, comprehensive guide that is a gift to amateur as well as professional mushroom growers. The pages are enlivened by Cotter’s enthusiasm for the many possibilities that fungi offer, and his obvious familiarity with growing these marvelous creatures—not just theoretical knowledge—makes the book particularly valuable. This book opens the doors wide to a diverse and fascinating fungal world.”--Toby Hemenway, author of Gaia’s Garden: A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture“Mushroom cultivation should be playing a much bigger role in our gardens and farms. Tradd Cotter’s Organic Mushroom Farming and Mycoremediation provides low-cost, easily accessible techniques for growing mushrooms indoors and outdoors, from home to commercial scale.”--Eric Toensmeier, author of Paradise Lot and Perennial Vegetables“This is a reference book for the next generation of DIY mycologists. It is a great practical guide to mushroom cultivation, starting with basic concepts and building from there to mycoremediation and experimental strain development. Tradd Cotter is a man with a mission, who has done and thought about all this a lot; he has learned to explain it with great clarity and in a simple and well-organized manner.”--Sandor Ellix Katz, fermentation revivalist and author of The Art of Fermentation and Wild Fermentation“Finally, an accessible resource covering a wide variety of mushroom-cultivation approaches. Tradd Cotter’s book fills an enormous need—I’ve been wishing for a resource like this for a long time. This is the kind of book I’ll keep nearby and will turn to often over the years. Any farmer or gardener who wishes to garner food or medicine value from wood needs to understand and cultivate mushrooms. And this is the best all-around manual I’ve seen.”--Ben Falk, author of The Resilient Farm and Homestead“Tradd Cotter has done a wonderful job sharing his practical experience in a well-organized way with illustrations that clearly underline the topics. Organic Mushroom Farming and Mycoremediation is an invaluable resource for teaching students about mushroom cultivation.”--Peter Oei, author of Mushroom Cultivation, director of horticulture innovation at InnovatieNetwerk, Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, and founder of MeattheMushroom.nl and spore.nl.“Wow! Tradd Cotter is a genius of organic mushroom production. His step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography make this a must-have book.”--Robert Rogers, author of The Fungal Pharmacy: The Complete Guide to Medicinal Mushrooms and Lichens of North America

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Book SynopsisPrinciples of Yacht Design has established itself as the standard book on the subject for practising designers, naval architecture students, discerning boat owners as well as the boatbuilding industry as a whole. The fifth edition is completely revised and expanded. It examines every aspect of the process of yacht and powerboat design. The new edition includes new findings from recent research in aero and hydrodynamics, as well as covering the most recent changes to building standards. The authors have used a newly built 41-foot performance cruiser to demonstrate the practical application of yacht design theory. This new edition includes photos of the building process and detailed explanations.Trade ReviewThis book is deeply fascinating . . . a must * Classic Boat *A sound and up to date manual of yacht design . . . a classic in its field. * Practical Boat Owner *A definitive work on yacht design. * Cruising *Ideal for budding designers and mathematically-minded yachtsmen. * Yachting Monthly *The standard book on the subject. * Yachting Life *Table of ContentsPREFACE TO THE FIFTH EDITION LIST OF SYMBOLS INTRODUCTION 1 DESIGN METHODOLOGY The design spiral Computer-aided design (CAD) 2 PRELIMINARY CONSIDERATIONS Choice of boat-type Intended use Main dimensions Cost Checklist of considerations Checklist for the YD–41 3 HULL GEOMETRY Definitions Lines drawing Tools Work plan Computer-aided design of hulls 4 HYDROSTATICS AND STABILITY Calculation of areas Wetted surface Displacement Centre of buoyancy Water plane area Transverse and longitudinal stability at small angles Transverse stability at large angles of heel Curve of static stability Rolling Influence of waves on the righting moment Stability statistics Assessment of seaworthiness 5 HULL DESIGN Forces and moments on a sailing yacht Resistance components Viscous resistance: basic concepts Frictional resistance Viscous pressure resistance Roughness Wave resistance: basic concepts Wave and residuary resistance Heel resistance Added resistance in waves Other seakeeping aspects Hull statistics 6 KEEL AND RUDDER DESIGN Flow around a wing Definition of the keel planform Classical wing theory Tip shape Lift and induced resistance of the yacht Advanced planform design Canting keels Evaluation of some planform concepts Definition of the section Three useful NACA sections Influence of shape on section characteristics Some practical conclusions regarding section shape Influence of deviations from the theoretical section shape Advanced section design Statistics on keel and rudder area The YD–41 7 SAIL AND RIG DESIGN Flow around sails Planform Sail camber Mast interference Means for reducing mast disturbances Streamlining A practical model for sail and rig aerodynamics Sail statistics 8 BALANCE Effect of heel Good balance Centre of effort of the underwater body Centre of effort of the sails Lead Rudder balance 9 PROPELLER AND ENGINE Resistance in calm and rough weather Propeller characteristics Design of an optimum propeller Performance of the non-optimum propeller Check of blade area Propeller resistance 10 HIGH SPEED HYDRODYNAMICS Planing Deadrise Forces on a planing hull Spray rails, stepped bottoms and transom flaps Dynamic stability Alternative propulsion devices An example 11 RIG CONSTRUCTION Definitions and scope of the standard Forces on the shrouds Forces on the stays Comparison between wire and rod Transverse mast stiffness Longitudinal mast stiffness Fractional mast top Boom Spreaders Holes in the mast The YD–41 rig 12 HULL CONSTRUCTION Concepts in structural mechanics Global loads Local hydrostatic loads Local hydrodynamic loads Transverse load distribution Local deformations Forces from the keel Forces from grounding Forces from the rudder Summary of loadings 13 MATERIALS Glass reinforcement Wet laminates Fatigue Exotic laminates Sandwich Typical sandwich buckling Sandwich bending Sandwich in practice Final remarks 14 SCANTLING DETERMINATION Structure of the ISO Standard Basic laminate Design loads for the bottom Design loads for the topsides Design loads for the decks, superstructures and bulkheads Design loads for the internals Longitudinal impact distribution factor Area reduction factor Panel calculation Stiffener calculation Spade rudder stock Chainplates and keelbolts Sandwich construction The YD–41 scantlings 15 LAYOUT Generic space requirements Accommodation Deck layout 16 DESIGN EVALUATION Non-dimensional parameters The Velocity Prediction Program (VPP) Towing tank testing Wind tunnel testing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) APPENDIX 1: Main particulars of the YD–41 APPENDIX 2: Weight calculation APPENDIX 3: STIX calculation REFERENCES INDEX

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Book SynopsisFelicity Georgehas ridden and worked with horses for many years, and for more than 20 years has taken a serious interest in horse behaviour, studying a wide range of traditional and 'alternative' approaches to dealing with behavioural issues.Sharon Smith qualified as an equine behaviour consultant in 2010. She is a co-founder of the EBA and contributed towards the Applied Behaviour Course material.Dr Marie-Louise Holmes(BSc, MSc, DClinPsych) is an HCPC registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist with twenty years of experience working in: adult mental health, in-patient forensic psychiatry, autism, learning disability, brain injury rehabilitation, addictions, suicide prevention and child and family services.

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Book SynopsisAn updated, fully revised, full-colour edition of the definitive manual on building with straw bales, described by Grand Designs as an ''essential guide''. Straw-bale buildings are cost-effective, easy to build and highly energy efficient, enabling you to design and build beautiful, environmentally friendly buildings. Written with non-experts in mind, Barbara Jones uses her years of experience in natural building methods to guide self-builders and architects building with straw as a sustainable material for a diverse range of comfortable and environmentally friendly buildings.Building with Straw Bales takes you through everything you need to know in an easy, accessible way. This includes design principles, the different types of foundations, how to raise and stabilise walls and protect them from the weather, including a detailed analysis of how straw performs with humidity and how straw bale buildings can easily meet building regulation requirements, as well as detailed iTrade ReviewPractical advice and guidance throughout the book, on each key aspect of straw bale construction, makes this the perfect accompaniment to inspiring and then achieving success in your own build project. * Helen Gribbon, engineer and director of Renaissance Associates Ltd *If you have an urge to build a planet-friendly house that will give you great pleasure and satisfaction both to construct and to live in, then this is the book for you. * Cliff Blundell *Barbara Jones is the UK’s most experienced straw bale builder. In this clear and practical book, she shares her years of practical wisdom and offers would-be builders, architects and planners a detailed understanding of how and why to build with straw bales. * Ben Law, woodsman, author and eco-builder *Table of ContentsWhy build with straw bales? Affordable houses Low environmental impact Building techniques explained Designing with the bale in mind Cement free foundation Keeping the straw dry Wall raising Windows and doors Compression Carpentry for load-bearing buildings The roof Services, fixings and alcoves Lime and clay plasters Planning and permission Building regulations

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Book SynopsisHow can you tell a fake watch from a real one? Where are fakes made? What grades of quality can one find among so-called "replicas"? How can one buy a watch on the internet? How can one avoid fraudulent copies? These are just some of the questions to which any wristwatch enthusiast needs to find answers in an era when counterfeiting luxury products has become an industry in its own right. This book, of which the greater part is devoted to the most prestigious watch brands, provides readers with vital information on identifying fakes. It aims to ensure that buying a watch from a private individual, from a professional or on the internet (the global hub for the sale of fake watches) does not turn out to be a nightmare! Illustrated with over 500 photos, the differences between original and counterfeit models are exposed in detail (mechanisms, dials, bracelets, etc.). To our knowledge, no other work of this type has been published to date, doubtless due to the explosive nature of this fascinating topic.

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Book SynopsisNumerous successful reprints of contemporary works on rigging and seamanship indicate the breadth of interest in the lost art of handling square-rigged ships. Modelmakers, marine painters and enthusiasts need to know not only how the ships were rigged but how much sail was set in each condition of wind and sea, how the various manoeuvres were carried out, and the intricacies of operations like reefing sails or ''catting'' an anchor. Contemporary treatises such as Brady''s Kedge Anchor in the USA or Darcy Lever''s Sheet Anchor in Britain tell only half the story, for they were training manuals intended to be used at sea in conjunction with practical experiences and often only cover officially-condoned practices. This book, on the other hand, is a modern, objective appraisal of the evidence, concerned with the actualities as much as the theory. The author has studied virtually every manual published about seamanship over a period of nearly four centuries. This gives the book a completelyTrade ReviewOne of the most definitive accounts of the remarkable development of seamanship techniques between 1600 and 1860. * Nautilus Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisReader-friendly and packed with useful tips, photos and charts, COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION FOR AIR CONDITIONING TECHNICIANS, Fourth Edition, helps you apply existing HVACR skills to new concepts in order to service medium- and low-temperature refrigeration equipment such as walk-ins, reach-ins, refrigerated cases and ice machines. The text focuses on the food service industry and includes how-to advice from experienced professionals on installing, servicing and troubleshooting commercial equipment. Extensively updated throughout the text, the Fourth Edition includes a simplified, step-by-step flowchart for quickly diagnosing and addressing the nine most common refrigeration problems on the job--as well as new information on the latest advances in commercial refrigeration. Ideal for advanced refrigeration courses, this trusted text is equally valuable as a real-world resource you can take from the classroom to keep on hand in the truck or shop. COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION FOR AIR CONDITIONING TECHNICIANS, Fourth Edition, is an indispensable tool for any technician working with commercial refrigeration today.Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Refrigeration. 2. Evaporators. 3. Condensers. 4. Compressors. 5. Metering Devices. 6. Controls and Accessories. 7. Refrigeration System Troubleshooting. 8. Compressor Motor Controls. 9. Retrofitting, Recovery, Evacuation and Charging. 10. Supermarket Refrigeration. 11. Walk-in Refrigerators and Freezers. 12. Ice Machines. 13. Product Temperatures for Preservation and Health. 14. Refrigeration Business Tips. Appendix A: Summary of T.R.O.T. Appendix B: Pressure Temperature (P/T) Chart. Appendix C: Troubleshooting Charts. Glossary. Index.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive resource covering the foundational thermal-fluid sciences and engineering analysis techniques used to design and develop internal combustion engines Internal Combustion Engines: Applied Thermosciences, Fourth Edition combines foundational thermal-fluid sciences with engineering analysis techniques for modeling and predicting the performance of internal combustion engines. This new 4th edition includes brand new material on: New engine technologies and concepts Effects of engine speed on performance and emissions Fluid mechanics of intake and exhaust flow in engines Turbocharger and supercharger performance analysis Chemical kinetic modeling, reaction mechanisms, and emissions Advanced combustion processes including low temperature combustion Piston, ring and journal bearing friction analysis The 4th Edition expands on the combined analytical and Table of ContentsPreface xi Acknowledgements xiii About the Companion Website xv 1. Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 Historical Background 4 1.3 Engine Cycles 6 1.4 Engine Performance Parameters 10 1.5 Engine Configurations 21 1.6 Examples of Internal Combustion Engines 25 1.7 Alternative Powertrain Technology 29 1.8 Further Reading 33 1.9 References 33 1.10 Homework 33 2. Ideal Gas Engine Cycles 35 2.1 Introduction 35 2.2 Gas Cycle Energy Addition 36 2.3 Constant Volume Energy Addition 37 2.4 Constant Pressure Energy Addition 41 2.5 Limited Pressure Cycle 44 2.6 Miller Cycle 45 2.7 Ideal Four-Stroke Process and Residual Fraction 49 2.8 Finite Energy Release 58 2.9 References 75 2.10 Homework 75 3. Thermodynamic Properties of Fuel–Air Mixtures 79 3.1 Introduction 79 3.2 Properties of Ideal Gas Mixtures 79 3.3 Liquid–Vapor–Gas Mixtures 86 3.4 Stoichiometry 90 3.5 Chemical Equilibrium 93 3.6 Low Temperature Combustion Modeling 96 3.7 Chemical Equilibrium Using Lagrange Multipliers 101 3.8 Chemical Equilibrium Using Equilibrium Constants 104 3.9 Isentropic Compression and Expansion 111 3.10 Chemical Kinetics 114 3.11 References 120 3.12 Homework 121 4. Thermodynamics of Combustion 123 4.1 Introduction 123 4.2 First-Law Analysis of Combustion 123 4.3 Second-Law Analysis of Combustion 129 4.4 Fuel–Air Otto Cycle 133 4.5 Four-Stroke Fuel–Air Otto Cycle 137 4.6 Limited-Pressure Fuel–Air Cycle 141 4.7 Two-Zone Finite-Energy Release Model 146 4.8 Compression Ignition Engine Fuel–Air Model 153 4.9 Comparison of Fuel–Air Cycles with Actual Spark and Compression Ignition Cycles 156 4.10 Further Reading 160 4.11 Homework 160 5. Intake and Exhaust Flow 163 5.1 Introduction 163 5.2 Flow Through Intake and Exhaust Valves 163 5.3 Intake and Exhaust Manifold Flow 185 5.4 Airflow in Two-Stroke Engines 190 5.5 Superchargers and Turbochargers 199 5.6 Further Reading 219 5.7 References 219 5.8 Homework 221 6. Fuel and Air Flow in the Cylinder 225 6.1 Introduction 225 6.2 Fuel Injection – Spark Ignition 225 6.3 Fuel Injection – Compression Ignition 228 6.4 Fuel Sprays 233 6.5 Gaseous Fuel Injection 241 6.6 Prechambers 246 6.7 Carburetion 249 6.8 Large-Scale In-Cylinder Flow 252 6.9 In-Cylinder Turbulence 258 6.10 Further Reading 268 6.11 References 269 6.12 Homework 270 7. Combustion Processes in Engines 273 7.1 Introduction 273 7.2 Combustion in Spark-Ignition Engines 274 7.3 Abnormal Combustion (Knock) in Spark-Ignition Engines 286 7.4 Combustion in Compression Ignition Engines 290 7.5 Low Temperature Combustion 302 7.6 Further Reading 311 7.7 References 311 7.8 Homework 313 8. Emissions 317 8.1 Introduction 317 8.2 Nitrogen Oxides 318 8.3 Carbon Monoxide 329 8.4 Hydrocarbons 332 8.5 Particulates 335 8.6 Emissions Regulation and Control 342 8.7 Further Reading 350 8.8 References 350 8.9 Homework 351 9. Fuels 355 9.1 Introduction 355 9.2 Refining 356 9.3 Hydrocarbon Chemistry 357 9.4 Thermodynamic Properties of Fuel Mixtures 360 9.5 Gasoline Fuels 370 9.6 Alternative Fuels for Spark-Ignition Engines 373 9.7 Diesel Fuels 383 9.8 Further Reading 389 9.9 Homework 391 10. Friction and Lubrication 393 10.1 Introduction 393 10.2 Friction Coefficient 393 10.3 Engine Oils 396 10.4 Friction Power and Mean Effective Pressure 399 10.5 Friction Measurements 400 10.6 Friction Scaling Parameters 403 10.7 Piston and Ring Friction 404 10.8 Journal Bearings 418 10.9 Valve Train Friction 423 10.10 Accessory Friction 427 10.11 Pumping Mean Effective Pressure 428 10.12 Overall Engine Friction Mean Effective Pressure 429 10.13 Further Reading 432 10.14 References 432 10.15 Homework 433 11. Heat and Mass Transfer 435 11.1 Introduction 435 11.2 Engine Cooling Systems 436 11.3 Engine Energy Balance 437 11.4 Heat Transfer Measurements 441 11.5 Heat Transfer Modeling 444 11.6 Heat Transfer Correlations 449 11.7 Radiation Heat Transfer 455 11.8 Heat Transfer in the Exhaust System 459 11.9 Mass Loss or Blowby 460 11.10 Further Reading 463 11.11 References 463 11.12 Homework 464 12. Engine Instrumentation and Testing 467 12.1 Introduction 467 12.2 Instrumentation 468 12.3 Combustion Analysis 475 12.4 Exhaust Gas Analysis 480 12.5 Control Systems in Engines 491 12.6 Vehicle Emissions Testing 493 12.7 Further Reading 495 12.8 References 495 12.9 Homework 496 13. Overall Engine Performance 499 13.1 Introduction 499 13.2 Effect of Engine Size, Bore, and Stroke 499 13.3 Effect of Engine Speed 502 13.4 Effect of Air–Fuel Ratio and Load 503 13.5 Engine Performance Maps 506 13.6 Effect of Ignition and Injection Timing 510 13.7 Effect of Compression Ratio 512 13.8 Vehicle Performance Simulation 513 13.9 Further Reading 513 13.10 References 513 13.11 Homework 514 Appendices 517 A Conversion Factors and Physical Constants 517 B Physical Properties of Air 519 C Thermodynamic Property Tables for Various Ideal Gases 521 D Curve-Fit Coefficients for Thermodynamic Properties of Various Fuels and Ideal Gases 529 E Detailed Thermodynamic and Fluid Flow Analyses 533 E.1 Thermodynamic Derivatives 533 E.2 Numerical Solution of Equilibrium Combustion Equations 535 E.3 Isentropic Compression/Expansion with Known ΔP 538 E.4 Isentropic Compression/Expansion with Known Δv 538 E.5 Constant Volume Combustion 539 E.6 Quality of Exhaust Products 540 E.7 Finite Difference Form of the Reynolds Slider Equation 542 E.8 Reference 542 F Computer Programs 543 F.1 Volume.m 544 F.2 Velocity.m 544 F.3 BurnFraction.m 545 F.4 FiniteHeatRelease.m 545 F.5 FiniteHeatMassLoss.m 547 F.6 CIHeatRelease.m 550 F.7 FourStrokeOtto.m 552 F.8 RunFarg.m 553 F.9 farg.m 554 F.10 fuel.m 557 F.11 RunEcp.m 559 F.12 ecp.m 560 F.13 AdiabaticFlameTemp.m 570 F.14 OttoFuelAir.m 571 F.15 FourStrokeFuelAir.m 573 F.16 TwoZoneFuelAir.m 577 F.17 Fuel_Injected.m 583 F.18 LimitPressFuelAir.m 588 F.19 ValveFlow.m 592 F.20 Droplet.m 603 F.21 Kinetic.m 610 F.22 Soot.m 613 F.23 TwoZoneNO.m 614 F.24 RingPressure.m 621 F.25 Friction.m 624 F.26 HeatTransfer.m 625 Index 631

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Book Synopsis"You’ll be in awe of the work of the American rancher and wildlife alike." — Fox News "... Krantz delivers a true sense of not only the size and scope of Art and Catherine Nicholas’ Wagonhound Ranch, but also the deep sense of stewardship the Nicholas family and their crew bring to ranching every day." — Western Horseman "...Anouk’s photographs tell a visual story of the rancher and his relationship with the land." — The Eye of Photography "A stunning photographic collection that celebrates the reality of ranch life." — Big Sky Journal Wagonhound is a historic working ranch spanning over 300,000 acres in Wyoming, where the elevation ranges from 5,000 feet to 9,000 feet; where talented, strong, and steady quarter horses supplied by the ranch-owned remuda are required to help the cowboys manage the herds in a spectacularly rugged terrain. Catherine and Art Nicholas, who took the reins of the historic ranch in 1999, take the stewardship of the land very seriously — their vision has been to honour tradition, preserve the land, which is steeped in history, and return it to a pristine condition. In Ranchland: Wagonhound, Anouk Krantz’s beautiful photography reveals the daily and seasonal rhythms of the ranch and the daily lives of its men and women cowboys, whose long hard days — starting in the dark and finishing in the dark — involve everything from cattle driving to branding to training the best quarter horses in the country and more. Set in a stunning large-format book, these photographs and the stories offer an inspiring new perspective into today's cowboy/ranching culture and land stewardship of the American West. Trade Review"You’ll be in awe of the work of the American rancher and wildlife alike." - Fox News"...Anouk’s photographs tell a visual story of the rancher and his relationship with the land." - The Eye of Photography"A stunning photographic collection that celebrates the reality of ranch life." - Big Sky Journal"... Krantz delivers a true sense of not only the size and scope of Art and Catherine Nicholas’ Wagonhound Ranch, but also the deep sense of stewardship the Nicholas family and their crew bring to ranching everyday." - Western HorsemanWatch an interview with Anouk Masson Krantz on Rural America Live: https://vimeo.com/774435607/e8c9780fc6 - Rural America Live"Even city slickers can have a bit of cowboy in their bones—a yearning for open spaces, rugged country, and fierce independence. So, whether your dad’s a cowboy at heart, or a real cowboy himself, chances are he’ll appreciate the stories and images found in the Ranchland: Wagonhound coffee table book by Anouk Masson Krantz." - Prevention"Krantz’s collection of dramatic black-and-white images convey daily life on the ranch, including the changing of the seasons and the work of cowboys and cowgirls." - Professional Photographer Magazine"... rare perspective large-format art book is dedicated to the American rancher, the spirit of the West and the contemporary challenges to conserve the land." - Jackson Hole News & GuideInterview with Anouk Masson Krantz: "If you're a fan of Westerns, shows like Yellowstone or any Taylor Sheridan series, then you're going to love our next guest. In fact, she's Taylor Sheridan's favourite cowboy photographer." - Fox 5 Las Vegas"French photographer Anouk Masson Krantz takes us on a deep dive into the private world of Wagonhound in Wyoming...Her stunning photography showcases cowboy ranching culture and land stewardship in the American West and highlights the daily beauty and seasonal rhythms of life on the ranch." - Sunset Mag“The attention to detail in Anouk’s images offers a rare insight into the modern cowboy and ranching culture from an outsider’s viewpoint.” - Digital Photographer magazine"Anouk’s photographs tell a visual story of the rancher and his relationship with the land." - Digital Camera World"Anouk's Ranchland wins best art/photography book for The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum awards!" - National Cowboy MuseumInterview with photographer and author Anouk Masson Krantz; article and podcast - The Candid Frame podcastFeatured on Marijka Dam's Instagram story - Instagram: Marijka Dam"Photographer Anouk Krantz shares her journey of life-changing adventures that led her to Wagonhound in Wyoming, where dreams really do come true." - Horse and Rider UK"Ranchland: Wagonhound by Anouk Krantz celebrates America’s ranches, like this one in Wyoming. The book, which honours the traditions of the American West and pays homage to those who conserve the land for future generations, won the best photography book of 2023 at the Western Heritage Awards." - The Times“Ranchland: Wagonhound is a photographic deep dive into the private world of Wagonhound- one of America’s largest historic ranches, which spans over 300,000 acres of spectacular and rugged Wyoming Terrain. The beautiful photography reveals the daily and seasonal rhythms of the ranch and the daily lives of its men and women cowboys.” (Award at 49:45 on link video) - Western Heritage Awards"In the new book Ranchland the toil, the dirt and the search for boundless freedom are depicted. What says the silent male images about the man and the USA in 2023?" [Google translate from Swedish] - Plaza Magazine"With her camera, she now captures the essence of the cowboy life, a life situated somewhere between myth and hard work." - Ramp"Life on Wyoming's Wagonhound, as captured in an award-winning recent book, has chnaged surprisingly little since the days of the Old West." - Wild West Magazine"French photographer ANOUK MASSON KRANTZ has accomplished something that only few people have achieved before: she drove through the American West, immersed herself in the world of the cowboy, and became part of their culture. As her photographs so beautifully show." - Rampstyle"Anouk’s exquisite fine art photography offers a rare window into the cowboy ranching culture and land stewardship of his historic ranch and the breathtaking American West." - Equestrian Living"Her images tell stories of people humbled by nature, animals, and a life beyond the tyranny of social media likes." - American Trails"Life on Wyoming’s Wagonhound, as captured in an award-winning recent book, has changed surprisingly little since the days of the Old West." - Wild West Online"In the beginning, she had to work hard to earn the trust of the cowboys she photographed — and logged more than 125,000 miles on the road, solo, to meet them on their turf." - Cowboys & IndiansTable of Contents Introduction Biography Gallery

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Book SynopsisThe cow is the most productive, efficient creature on earth. She will give you fresh milk, cream, butter, and cheese, build human health and happiness, and even turn a profit for homesteaders and small farmers who seek to offer her bounty to the local market or neighborhood. She will provide rich manure for your garden or land, and will enrich the quality of your life as you benefit from the resources of the natural world. Quite simply, the family that keeps a cow is a healthy family. Originally published in the early 1970s as The Cow Economy and reprinted many times over, Keeping a Family Cow has launched thousands of holistic small-scale dairy farmers and families raising healthy cows in accordance with their true nature. The book offers answers to frequently asked questions like, 'Should I get a cow?' and 'How Much Space do I need?' in addition to extensive information on: • The health benefits of untreated milk; • How to milk a cow effectively and with ease; • Choosing your dairy breed; • Drying off your cow; • Details on calving and breeding; • The importance of hay quality and how to properly feed your cow; • Fencing and pasture management; • Housing, water systems, and other supplies; • Treating milk fever and other diseases and disorders; • Making butter, yogurt, and cheese, and, of course . . . • . . . Everything else the conventional dairy industry doesn’t tell us! Now revised and updated to incorporate new information on the raw milk debate, the conversation about A1 vs. A2 milk, fully grassfed dairies, more practical advice for everyday chores, and updated procedures for cow emergencies. Keeping a Family Cow has not only stood the test of time, it still remains the go-to inspirational manual for raising a family milk cow nearly forty years after its first publication. Joann Grohman has a lifetime of practical experience that has been bound into this one volume and presented in the spirit of fun and learning.Trade Review"Many with small rural properties have opted out of the industrial food system by obtaining a family cow. Keeping a Family Cow is the only owner's manual you will need. In elegant, readable prose, Grohman guides the neophyte through all the steps, from choosing a cow, to milking her, to making butter, yogurt, and cheese. Highly recommended for anyone interested in grass-based farming and nutrient-dense food--not just family cow owners--Keeping a Family Cow will instill great appreciation for the sacred bond between domesticated animals and the human beings who care for them."--Sally Fallon Morell, President, The Weston A. Price Foundation“Joann Grohman is level-headed and sure-footed when it comes to helping families build a lasting partnership with a homestead cow. Her work remains an important reference for anyone considering bringing these gentle creatures into their lives.”--Shannon Hayes, author of Long Way on a Little, The Farmer and the Grill, The Grassfed Gourmet Cookbook, and Radical Homemakers

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Book SynopsisThe essential guide to the racing rules from one of the sport's greatest champions understand the rules and understand the winning mentality.

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Book SynopsisThis new book provides comprehensive coverage of sustainable sweet cherry production including global trends, improved varieties and rootstocks, orchard establishment and management, the physiology of growth and cropping, and protecting the crop from adverse climates, pests, and diseases. Sweet cherries are a specialty crop, subject to significant production risks for growers, yet with high potential market returns due to strong consumer demand for the fruit's intensely enjoyable flavor and nutraceutical benefits. Written by a renowned team of experts, this book emphasizes fresh market sweet cherry production practices based on scientific principles. It serves as a resource for a scientific foundational understanding of cherry tree growth and fruit development, providing the keys to both reasoned choice of orchard practices and the solution of future problems across a wide range of growing conditions and environments. The book: - Covers improved sweet cherry varieties and rootstocks. - Describes state-of-the-art tree training and production systems. - Considers production risk management technologies and decisions. Heavily illustrated and presented in full color throughout, Sweet Cherries is written with practical details and underlying physiological concepts for use by beginning and established fruit growers, consultants, and advisors, in addition to students and professionals in horticulture.Table of Contents1: Introduction 2: Cherry Flowering, Fruiting, and Cultivars 3: Sweet Cherry Rootstocks 4: Planning a New Cherry Orchard 5: Orchard Establishment and Production 6: Sweet Cherry Pruning Fundamentals 7: Sweet Cherry Training Systems 8: Managing the Orchard Environment 9: Fruit Ripening and Harvest 10: Managing Orchard Pests 11: Managing Orchard Pathogens and Disorders 12: The Future of Cherry Production

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Book SynopsisA study of the Soviet and NATO armored forces that faced each other off in Central Europe in the early Cold War, and how their technology, tactics, and doctrine were all rapidly developed.For 45 years, the most disputed point in the World was the dividing line between East and West in Europe; here the use and development of tanks was key. In this fully illustrated study, author Steve Zaloga, describes how Soviet and NATO tanks were deployed in the early years of the Cold War, and how a generation of tanks such as the Soviet T-44/T-54 and IS-3, British Centurion, US Army M26/M46 Pershing (all developed during World War II) saw extensive service after the war had ended. Initial post-war generation tanks including the Soviet T-54A, T-10 heavy tank, British late-model Centurions, Conqueror, US Army M41, M47, M48 and the French AMX-13 are examined in detail alongside the most important technical trends of the era: the development of shaped-charge anti-tank projectiles, theTable of ContentsIntroduction The tanks, doctrine, and organization Tanks in battle Technical analysis Further reading Index

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Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:Dodge Full-size V6 & V8 Gas & Cummins turbo-diesel pick-ups (09-18) (USA) Exclusions:Does not include information specific to 2009 fleet models equipped with the 5.9L diesel engine or modles equipped with the 3.0L V6 diesel engine

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Book SynopsisLiving With The Earth is a three volume series bringing together years of hands-on organic growing experience and research from the world-renowned Bec Hellouin Farm in France. In 2006, Perrine and Charles Herve-Gruyer set out on a mission to discover a new form of agriculture that provides organic crops, creates healthy soil and brings meaningful employment to the local community. A combination of biointensive methods and permaculture design, which they have named 'ecoculture', and backed by scientific research, has resulted in a highly abundant market garden that sequesters carbon and frees up land for Nature. This beautifully illustrated, comprehensive first volume shows you how natural systems work, and explains how a wide range of simple and effective techniques can create ecologically diverse gardens or highly productive farms. The in-depth chapters on weather patterns, soil types and ecosystem services, give the reader a sound understanding of the environment they are growing in. The book covers everything you need to design a farm and implement a high-yielding food system from scratch, from understanding permaculture and its tools to the full design process, using the successful systems at Bec Hellouin as examples. Chapters on composting, mulching, fertilisers, green manures and working with beneficial microorganisms offer the reader a selection of tools for creating healthy soil within the farm ecosystem. This is a unique, groundbreaking book for gardeners, homesteaders, farmers, agronomists and permaculture designers.Trade Review"Goodness, this book sings! Living With The Earth braids ecological farming, scientific rigor and ancient wisdom with all the practicalities of a manual that actually helps you do the work. The immense beauty of this book, with its lyrical writing, photos and illustrations, pulls you into the world of miracles ... our world tended with loving hands in a simple, effective and regenerative way. This is ecological farming at its best." Erik Ohlsen, Author of The Regenerative Landscaper

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Book SynopsisThis book on single malt whisky makes an excellent guide for all whisky drinkers, from the novice to the connoisseur. Single malt whisky is the fastest expanding sector of the booming whisky market. Over half of Scotland’s whisky distilleries are open to visitors and visitor numbers reached record numbers of over 1.7 million in 2016. Whisky Classified has revolutionized our appreciation of single malt whisky. David Wishart cuts through the confusing jargon often used to describe single malts and replaces it with an objective and easily applied guide to taste using his easy to understand system of flavour profiles. He identifies twelve dimensions to the aroma and taste of a single malt whisky: body, sweetness, smoky, medicinal, tobacco, honey, spicy, winey, nutty, malty, fruity, floral. In this fully revised and updated edition, David Wishart has included all new UK and Irish producers of single malt whisky. The author has also updated the taste profiles for each selected malt to ensure that this book remains the definitive guide to tasting malt whisky. Each entry includes a short description of the distillery, information for visitors, the author's own tasting notes and his flavour profiles according to this innovative classification. The history of whisky-making and production methods are clearly explained, and the author also explains how to organize a whisky tasting.

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Book SynopsisPerfect for busy lifestyles, these recipes will revolutionise your meal planning, meaning you can indulge in nutritious, comforting vegan dishes every night of the week with little to no effort. With dishes for breakfast, snacks, mains and sweet treats, this is simple food that the whole family can share and enjoy together.Recipes include: Seedy banana breakfast loaf, Tofu shakshuka, Satay cauliflower, Pulled jackfruit burgers, Mac n-no-cheese, Sweet potato shepherd''s pie, Chocolate lava slab and Lemon blueberry drizzle.

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Book SynopsisR.C. Hibbeler graduated from the University of Illinois-Urbana with a B.S. in Civil Engineering (major in Structures) and an M.S. in Nuclear Engineering. He obtained his PhD in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from Northwestern University. Professor Hibbeler's professional experience includes postdoctoral work in reactor safety and analysis at Argonne National Laboratory, and structural and stress analysis work at Chicago Bridge and Iron, as well as at Sargent and Lundy in Chicago. He has practiced engineering in Ohio, New York, and Louisiana.

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Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:Series A (Serial No. 499000 & Up), B (Serial No. 96000 & Up), G (Serial No. 13000 & Up), H, Models D (Serial No. 143800 & Up), M, MT

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Book SynopsisIn the bestselling style of the Reeds Handbook series, Reeds Ocean Handbook follows on from Reeds Skipper''s Handbook for skippers or crew planning to venture further afield. Complimenting the RYA Ocean Yachtmaster course, this handy pocketbook provides an aide-memoire for all the essential navigation, weather and route planning theory as well as practical guidance and advice on long-distance radio communications, ocean passage-making and risk/emergency preparations.Colour coded sections, for user-friendly accessibility, cover:- World climate and route planning (including world wind systems, ocean currents, tropical revolving storms)- Navigation (charts, great circle vs Mercator routes, time zones, satellite navigation systems, advice on on-passage navigation routines)- Astro navigation (basic theory refresher, practical astro navigation, unique step-by-step instructions for Astro sight reduction plus using and adjusting the sextant)- Passage making (route plTrade ReviewReeds Ocean Handbook by Bill Johnson is a concisely written, comprehensive pocket guide stuffed with advice for those planning to venture offshore. * Soundings *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 World Climate 2 Route Planning 3 Ocean Navigation 4 Astro Navigation 5 Yacht Preparation 6 Communication 7 Passage Making 8 Risks and emergencies

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Book SynopsisWine growers are converting to biodynamic viniculture in record numbers. Some of the world’s best wines are now biodynamic.At its heart, biodynamic viniculture is about understanding the nature of vines and their relationship to the environment. This beautifully illustrated and informative book will be of interest to current biodynamic wine growers and those considering converting to biodynamic methods. It includes: -- an introduction to the theory of biodynamic viniculture and the Goethean method of observation in relation to vines;-- practical articles on all aspects of wine growing, including biodiversity, pruning, treating and preventing disease; -- case studies of biodynamic vineyards from around the world.Biodynamic wine expert Jean-Michel Florin has gathered contributions from biodynamic viniculturists to create a beautiful, full-colour book which is both a celebration of sustainable wine growing and an invaluable guide to the future of wine cultivation.Table of ContentsIntroductionPart 1 - A Goethean Approach1. The Archetypal PlantJean-Michel FlorinFour steps of plant observationPlant growth: point, line and planeThe three types of metamorphosisThe rootThe creation of substanceFruit formationWoody plants2. The VineJean-Michel FlorinA woody climberThe grape louse plagueThe vine’s gestureCultivation and habitatA paradigm change: from controlling to accompanying the vinePart 2 - A New Impulse3. Pathogenesis: The Grape Louse Plague Georg Meissner4. Salutogenesis: Restoring the Vine to HealthGeorg MeissnerPart 3 - A Viticulture that Respects the Vine’s True Nature 5. The Agricultural Organism Jean-Michel Florin6. From Grapevine Monoculture to a Diverse VineyardWerner Michlits 7. Undersowing Vines in Organic ViticultureMatthias Wolff 8. Biodynamic Vineyards at WorkThe Zusslin Estate, Alsace, FranceJean-Michel Florin Château d’Esther, St Loubès, Bordeaux, FranceJean-Michel FlorinEco Terreno, Sonoma County, California, USARobert Izzo and Daphne AmoryLittorai Wines, Sonoma County, California, USATed LemonSeresin Estate, Marlborough, New Zealand Colin RossPart 4 - How to Make the Vine Stronger9.ManureJean-Michel FlorinThe biodynamic preparations10.Esca: a Grapevine Trunk Disease Florian Bassini11.Fungal DiseasesJean-Michel FlorinField horsetail (Equisetum arvense)Willow The stinging nettle (Urtica dioica)12. The Nature of SulfurMarc Follmer13. The Nature of CopperMarc Follmer 14. Pruning to Reflect the Vine’s NatureHans-Christian Zehnter15. Gentle Pruning to Prevent Wood Disease François Dal 16. The Vine Nursery: Training the Breeder’s EyeJean-Michel Florin 17. Regenerative GraftingFrançois Dal 18.Growing Points Jean-Michel Florin Part 5 - The Future of the Vine 19. Wine Gold Hans-Christian Zehnter 20. Developments in Apple Breeding: a Possibility for the VineNikolaus Bolliger 21.The Future of Wine: Working with a Creative TensionJean-Michel FlorinAcknowledgementsPicture Credits ContributorsBiodynamic AssociationsNotesFurther ReadingIndex

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Book Synopsis"Dibben and Raskin offer an insightful, inspiring but also exceptionally practical guide to integrating trees into annual cropping systems. . . in this book we see how the phrase ''the sky?s the limit'' has never been more applicable."?Jesse Frost, author of The Living Soil HandbookAn invaluable handbook for farmers, growers, and gardeners, Silvohorticulture is the first book to offer a detailed, practical guide on how to effectively integrate trees with vegetable growing, offering information previously known only in the foresting world.Drawing on the decades-long experiences of Ben Raskin and Andy Dibben, both of whom have designed and managed agroforestry systems and have extensive experience in commercial horticultural crop production, this is the definitive book on the interaction between trees and crops, covering the benefits of trees for edible crops and the potential for additional crops from trees, plus crucial new information on how to fit trees into complex crop rotations as well as manipulating access to light. Ben and Andy also reveal the latest research on how tree roots behave and, importantly, how that impacts your crops.Agroforestry can bring immense benefits to farmers and growers?not just optimizing yield, but also improving soil, managing pests and water, increasing biodiversity, and reducing costs. System design must be customised to each grower?s requirements, and Silvohorticulture offers step-by-step detail that will allow you to manage your trees and crops successfully. "In this immensely practical guide, the authors provide the technical details towards integrating trees with vegetables and other crops, all while dispelling any preconceived notions that this idea reduces productivity or function. In fact, these systems might prove essential for farm resilience in a changing climate."?Steve Gabriel, author of Silvopasture

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Book SynopsisPlant Science for Gardeners is the key to growing better plants. This easy introduction to plant biology and chemistry gives you the knowledge and confidence to analyze problems, find solutions, and make better decisions in the garden to optimize plant health and productivity. Learn the science and ditch the rules!Trade Review"Robert Pavlis hit the nail on the head: know the science and you can grow anything. Plant Science for Gardeners, Pavlis' latest, is a sure (and enjoyable) way to learn that science. Mind you, Pavlis is not just a gardener who knows his science, he is a great science writer who does a fabulous job of making science fun. I am quite sure you are one read away from being a much better gardener." — Jeff Lowenfels, author, DIY Autoflowering Cannabis and Teaming with Microbes "A work of genuine importance by an author for whom the phrase "received wisdom" is a contradiction in terms. You will never take horticultural lore at face value again." — James Armitage, editor, The Plant Review, magazine of the Royal Horticultural Society "Knowing just how plants work is an interesting and useful way to ratchet up your gardening game and Robert Pavlis has provided that story in his engaging new book Plant Science for Gardeners. Read it and your garden will blossom, literally and figuratively." — Lee Reich, author, Growing Figs in Cold Climates and The Ever Curious Gardener "Robert Pavlis has provided another detailed, yet accessible, addition to gardeners' home libraries. Be sure to give Plant Science for Gardeners an honored place on your bookshelves, next to Mr. Pavlis' groundbreaking Garden Myths series." — Rebecca Martin, technical editor, Mother Earth News magazine "Plant Science for Gardeners is at once easy to read and comprehensive in presentation. Robert Pavlis has updated and made accessible information that in the past I have gleaned here and there from old textbooks and the odd gardening book. It's a great reference and a fascinating read. This book will be the next gift I buy for my budding botanist granddaughter!" — Darrell Frey, author, The Bioshelter Market Garden, co-author, The Food Forest Handbook "Whether you grow plants for fun or for profit, Plant Science for Gardeners does a great job of explaining how plants work without overcomplicating it. This is an excellent book not only for the basics, but also to explain some of the lesser known aspects of plants. Whether you've taken plant biology and physiology or not, it is a good read for anyone who's interested in plants, and to keep on the shelf as a reference for when you forget the difference between a node and internode. Get this book to understand what to do to keep your plants healthy and why." — Andrew Mefferd, editor and publisher, Growing for Market magazine, author, The Organic No-Till Farming RevolutionTable of ContentsIntroduction Introduction to Plant Science Organization of the Book Terms Used in This Book 1. Plant Basics Cells Xylem and Phloem Photosynthesis Plant Myth: Plants Raise the Oxygen Level in Homes ATP and the Energy Cycle Respiration Meristematic Cells Classification of Plants 2. Roots Root Basics Types of Roots Plant Myth: Feeder Roots Are Located Under the Dripline Effect of Gravity Cut Roots and Side Roots Plant Myth: Circulating Roots Continue to Circulate Conditions That Affect Root Growth Plant Myth: Transplant Solutions Grow Better Roots Root Growth in Winter Absorption of Water and Nutrients Plant Myth: Is Soil pH Important? Roots and Microbes Plant Myth: Purchased Mycorrhizal Fungi Are Good for Plants Plant Myth: Roots Grow Towards Water The Rhizosphere 3. Stems The Outer Structure of Stems Internal Structure of Stems Trichomes Buds How Stems Grow The Importance of Photosynthesis Underground Stems Plant Myth: Plant Bulbs after the Ground Is Frozen Plant Myth: Bearded Iris Should Be Planted with Rhizome Showing 4. Leaves Leaf Structure How Sun Affects Leaves Why Are Some Leaves Red? Plant Myth: Evergreen Needles and Oak Leaves Are Acidic Functionality of Damaged Leaves Natural Pesticides Signaling Between Plants Pest-Proof Leaves Water Stress and Wilting Leaves Leaf Abscission Variegated Leaves 5. Flowers Parts of a Flower Pollination What Causes Flowering? Why Do Plants Not Flower? Plant Myth: High Phosphate Grows More Blooms Tough Love for Plants Attracting Pollinators Enjoy the Bracts Dioecious and Monoecious Plants 6. Fruits and Seeds What Is a Fruit? The Importance of Fruit Different Types of Fruits Fruit Development Seed Development Suckering Tomato Plants Seeds from Non-Flowering Plants Soil Seed Bank 7. The Whole Plant Life Cycle of Plants Plant Dormancy Movement of Water Movement of Nutrients Plant Myth: Leaves Can Be Used to ID Nutrient Deficiencies Movement of Sugars Seasonal Sharing of Resources Overcoming Physical Damage How Do Plants Get Taller? Following the Sun How Light Affects Plant Growth Gravity 8. Woody Plants What Are Woody Plants? Structure of Woody Stems Where Does Wood Come From? Plant Myth: Newly Planted Trees Need to Be Staked Storage of Sugars Taproots vs. Fibrous Roots Composition of Wood Apical Dominance Healing Damage Plant Myth: Damage on Trees Should Be Painted Conifers 9. Environmental Factors Garden Hardiness Zones Dealing with Cold Protecting Plants from Cold Dealing with Heat Dealing with Water Extremes Adaptability of Plants How Climate Change Affects Gardens 10. Growing from Seeds When Is Seed Mature? The Seed Germination Process The Mysterious Cotyledons Why Do Seeds Stay Dormant? Breaking Dormancy Plant Myth: Seeds Can Have Double Dormancy Seed Storage Best Method for Starting Seeds Indoors 11. Selecting Seeds Basic Genetics Hybrids vs. Heirlooms GMO Seeds Days to Maturity Buying Unusual Seeds 12. Vegetative Reproduction Natural Vegetative Reproduction Rooted Stems and Leaves Artificial Vegetative Reproduction Plant Myth: Homemade Rooting Hormones Work Well Grafting 13. Plant Names Why Use Botanical Names? Naming Conventions The Proper Way to Name Your Plants Index About the Author Connect with Robert Pavlis About New Society Publishers

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