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"Of all existing things, some are in our power, and others are not in our power." So begins the Enchiridion or Manual on the Art of Living of Epictetus, a collection of precepts that together provide a powerful philosophy for daily life. With practical grace and wisdom, the Manual addresses living with integrity, self-management, and personal freedom. The Manual is considered to be the pinnacle of Stoic philosophy, a school of Greek thought originating in the early third century BC, that holds that destructive emotions are the result of errors in judgement and taught an active relationship between individual will and cosmic determinism.

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This book presents the latest advances in computational and parametric design engineering, as well as digital tools related to manufacturing. It covers design and manufacturing process such as CAD-based design/manufacturing, parametric design, algorithmic design and process automation, and several digital tools and applications.

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Recognising that buildings are a major contributor to global warming and the critical role of embodied versus operational carbon, the book focuses on houses built from materials that either sequester carbon (plants), use materials with very low embodied carbon (earth and stone) or reuse substantial amounts of existing materials. Organised by those materials (wood, bamboo, straw, hemp, cork, earth, brick, stone and re-use), and incorporating life cycle diagrams demonstrating how the raw material is processed into building components, the book shows how the unique properties of each material can transform the ways architects conceive the sections of houses. The house was selected as the vehicle for these investigations due to its scale, its role as a site of architectural experimentation, and its ubiquity. Building on the techniques of the Manual of Section, the book is comprised of newly generated cross-sectional drawings of 55 recent, modestly sized houses from around the world, making legible the tectonics and materials used in their construction. Each house is also shown through exploded axonometric, construction photographs and colour photographs of the exterior and interior. Introductory essays set up the importance of embodied carbon, the role of vernacular plant-based construction and the problems of contemporary house construction. Drawing connections between the architecture of the house, environmental systems and material economies, the book seeks to change how we build now and for the future.

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Encuadernación: Rústica con solapas.Colección: Libros profesionales.Antes de sonreír irónicamente ante el título de este libro, conviene que lea, al menos, el primer capítulo, en él observará que sabiendo derivar correctamente, sabrá integrar sin dificultad, es decir: EL QUE SABE DERIVAR SABE INTEGRAR, por esto no se incluye ninguna tabla de integrales inmediatas, porque la única que vamos a utilizar es la conocida TABLA DE DERIVADAS.Es una idea común entre muchísimas personas que han estudiado matemáticas, que las integrales son de difícil comprensión, esto es, que para hallarlas es necesario tener "IDEAS FELICES", por tanto sólo se hallan al alcance de los muy listos. Nada más lejos de la realidad, puesto que las integrales inmediatas, que a nuestro modo de entender son las más importantes, se resolverán mediante una CLASIFICACIÓN EN TRES TIPOS, que responderán a UNA SOLA PREGUNTA, DONDE ESTÁ LA DERIVADA? Según contestemos a esta sencilla pregunta, podremos aplicar un dete

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Manual basado en los más de 20 años de experiencia de la autora como auxiliar veterinaria, en el que se exponen los conocimientos teóricos y las habilidades prácticas útiles para el desarrollo de las tareas habituales de un auxiliar o asistente técnico en un centro veterinario.

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Herramienta práctica y eficaz para trabajar en la realización de una instalación eléctrica en el ámbito residencial. La obra se dirige tanto a estudiantes de institutos profesionales como aprendices y aspirantes a proyectista. Muestra en ilustraciones y esquemas, todas las fases de realización de una instalación eléctrica en una vivienda tipo, desde las primeras operaciones de replanteamiento de la instalación del tubo y cajas, terminando con el entubado de los cables y los diferentes esquemas de conexión.

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Este manual expone los modelos y conceptos (contables, auditoría,financieros, gobierno corporativo, organización de empresas, etc.) necesarios para seleccionar las mejores empresas que cotizan en Bolsa e incluyemúltiples casos prácticos que facilitan su comprensión. El análisis de empresas es esencial para obtener la información adecuada que permita a todos losgrupos de interés, que siguen a una determinada entidad, tomar decisiones y que estas estén fundamentadas. Esta obra describe las diferentes técnicas de análisis sobre empresas cotizadas, tanto de aspectos cualitativos que dan información fundamental para la evaluación de la empresa, como de técnicas de análisis de estados financieros, ofreciendo un enfoque detallado tanto desde el punto de vista académico como profesional. La aplicación prácticade los métodos de análisis que describe el manual nos llevará, sin lugar a dudas, a conocer y comprender las fortalezas de las diferentes empresas así como sus debilidades

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From the longtime New York Times economics correspondent, a closely reported argument for the continuing importance of industry for American prosperity

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Based on the bestselling seminal textbook, this new and updated compendium that covers all the essentials of kinesiology, functional anatomy, and physiology. Including practical instruction for a range of manual therapies, it is the collective effort of three internationally renowned professionals who are all leaders in their field.Each area of the body has a chapter that focusses on the anatomy of its joints and muscles and a further chapter that teaches massage techniques specific to that region.Filled with detailed colour anatomical illustrations, this comprehensive textbook includes learning-intensive guides to aid students in their palpation skills and anatomical knowledge. It also offers an extensive toolbox of techniques, along with clinical notes and summaries, as well as further digital content such as review questions, practice tests and instructor resources.This is an invaluable resource for a multitude of manual therapists, including massage therapists, physi

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Tilapias are an increasingly important farmed fish for human consumption. Hailed as an important source of protein for growing populations, production is set to double within the next ten years and expand beyond traditional areas of production in Africa and Asia. With a practical focus, this book is aimed at tilapia farmers and producers, describing best practice production methods, egg management, new technologies, nutrition, business practices, marketing, equipment maintenance, accounting and logistics.

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This new edition of a bestseller has gone through a thorough update and continues to provide a comprehensive introduction to materials and their properties. It begins by discussing ferrous and non-ferrous materials and their heat treatment and then moves on to discuss non-conventional materials. The book covers the processes of casting and jointing as well as welding. Additional topics include forming operation, cutting tool materials, solid stoke welding, the theory of metal cutting, machining operations, and design considerations in joining processes. It concludes with a new chapter on Manufacturing Tools and Workshop Applications.

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FileMaker Pro 12: The Missing Manual is the clear, thorough, and accessible guide to the latest version of this popular desktop database program. FileMaker Pro lets you do almost anything with the information you give it. You can print a catalog, plan your retirement, or run a small business -- if you know what you're doing. This book helps you build your database and organize all of your information quickly and efficiently. Most of all, you'll come away with an understanding of FileMaker Pro and the ability to develop new, creative database solutions. The new edition gives novices and experienced users the scoop on the latest version and all its new features. You'll learn how to automate repetitive tasks with FileMaker Pro's easy-to-learn scripting language, protect your database with passwords and control user access; outfit your database for the Web; and import and export your database to other formats.

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Since the 1930s, the Walt Disney Company has produced characters, images, and stories that have captivated audiences around the world. How can we understand the appeal of Disney products? What is it about the Disney phenomenon that attracts so many children, as well as adults? In this updated second edition, with new examples provided throughout, Janet Wasko examines the processes by which the Disney company – one of the largest media and entertainment corporations in the world – continues to manufacture the fantasies that enthrall millions. She analyses the historical expansion of the Disney empire into the twenty-first century, examines the content of Disney’s classic and more recent films, cartoons and TV programs and discusses how they are produced, considering how some of the same techniques have been applied to the Disney theme parks. She also discusses the reception (and sometimes, reinterpretation) of Disney products by different kinds of audiences. By looking at the Disney phenomenon from a variety of perspectives, she provides an updated and comprehensive overview of one of the most significant media and cultural institutions of our time. This important book by a leading scholar of the entertainment industries will be of great interest to students in media and cultural studies, as well as a broader readership of Disney fans.

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Bobbin lacemaking is a wonderfully therapeutic hobby. This manual is intended as a primer for the newcomer, or those taking up a class of study. Torchon lacemaking is ideal for the beginner as it is geometric and mistakes are easily corrected. It is also a stepping stone to other forms of lacemaking.

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This manual contains completely worked-out solutions for all the odd-numbered exercises in the text.

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The previous editions of this manual have enjoyed great appreciation; the didactic effectiveness, the clarity and coherence of the book have made it a reference for many students, as well as a practical guide for professionals and specialists. For this third edition, the majority of the chapters have been rewritten and new clinical cases have been added.

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Every manual is written from hands-on experience gained from stripping down and rebuilding each vehicle in the Haynes Project Workshop. The practical step-by-step instructions and clear photos are easy to follow and provide information on maintenance, servicing, fault finding, the MoT, brakes, electrics and Haynes tips to make many tasks easier.

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Every manual is written from hands-on experience gained from stripping down and rebuilding each vehicle in the Haynes Project Workshop. The practical step-by-step instructions and clear photos are easy to follow and provide information on maintenance, servicing, fault finding, the MoT, brakes, electrics and Haynes tips to make many tasks easier.

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This book introduces into the practical application of Quality Function Deployment (QFD) beyond the famous House of Quality Matrix by presenting a fully developed example of a clear and comprehensive QFD framework. The QFD workflow is described step by step, encompassing strategic planning, customer surveys, product and service characteristics, mechanisms, parts and cost deployment, technologies, process phases and faults analysis. The model, as presented with practical suggestions, can be used in firms with low resources and/or need for speed. In addition, a chapter is dedicated to the most common “fuzzy” algorithms, explained for professionals and the book closes by describing in detail some QFD case studies. This book will be of interest to all who wish to use QFD to respond to and satisfy customer requirements effectively.

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.A practical medium- and heavy-duty truck systemsFeaturing more than 100 in-depth lab exercises, this hands-on guide provides the practice you need to succeed as a medium- and heavy-duty truck service technician. The labs meet and exceed NATEF standards. Every system is thoroughly covered--from electrical and lighting to brakesand transmissions.Each lab includes: Objective of the lab Safety precautions Tools needed to complete the lab Challenging review questions help to reinforce the topics covered and are patterned after the typical questions found on the ASE Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Certification tests (T3 through T8). Written by an expert with decades of experience as an automotive and diesel technician and instructor, this lab manual is the perfectcompanion to the comprehensive text, Truckand Trailer Systems.Truck and Trailer Systems Lab Manual covers: Vehicle identification numbers Engine, transmission, and drive axle ID tag numbers Safety Tools and measuring equipment Basic electrical Magnetism Batteries Starting system Charging system Lighting and wiring Computer systems Mobile heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems Tires, wheels, and wheel end systems Frames and suspensions Steering systems Trailers and fifth wheels Hydraulic brake systems Air brake foundation brakes Air brake air system Anti-lock brake systems Drive lines Clutches Drive axles Single and twin countershaft manual transmissions Automated manual transmissions Automatic transmissions Allison automatic transmissions PMI Auxiliary power units

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The fifth instalment in this popular and highly successful series, Viking follows on from Legionary, Gladiator, Knight and Samurai, your guide to the Norse world of the tenth century ad. Discover everything you will need to become a successful Viking warrior: how to join a war band; what to look for in a good leader; how to behave at a feast; what weapons and armour to choose; how to fight in a shield wall; where to go raiding; how to plunder a monastery and ransom a monk; how to navigate at sea; and what to expect if you die gloriously in battle. Modern reconstructions and ancient artefacts, including 16 pages of brilliant colour images, will immerse the reader visually in the Viking world. The humorous text peppered with quotes from sagas and chronicles will take you on an engrossing journey from joining a raiding party to how to die gloriously.

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Student Solutions Manual Provides completely worked-out solutions to the odd-numbered section exercises and to all exercises in the Now Trys, Relating Concepts, Chapter Reviews, Mixed Review, Chapter Tests, and Cumulative Reviews.

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Centrado en ofrecer información, Manual Washington® de medicina interna ambulatoria proporciona al lector una referencia sobre los problemas más frecuentes que se encuentran en cada subespecialidad médica en la atención ambulatoria, presentada de manera concisa y sin pasar por alto los avances actuales en la evaluación y el tratamiento de los pacientes. Debido a que muchas de las características clínicas de las afecciones que se atienden en el ámbito ambulatorio se encuentran fuera de las subespecialidades tradicionales de la medicina interna, en esta 3.ª edición se han incluido capítulos de especialidades como dermatología, neurología, oftalmología, otorrinolaringología y psiquiatría, escritos por destacados especialistas en estos campos, por lo que en este cómodo y portátil recurso encontrará una cobertura completa, desde la hipertensión y la diabetes hasta trastornos del sueño, nutrición y el cuidado del paciente con cáncer, todo al alcance de su mano para una revisión y referencia rápidas.

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A detailed guide to the latest endoscopic techniques in interventional pulmonology In Medical Thoracoscopy/Pleuroscopy: Manual and Atlas, international experts explain the current methodology and demonstrate different technical approaches to medical thoracoscopy/pleuroscopy (MT/P) in the diagnosis and treatment of pleuropulmonary diseases. A combination of instructive manual and atlas, this book presents clinical cases with indications, techniques, and outcomes for each procedure. In the 'Atlas', endoscopic photographs demonstrate the application of this minimally invasive technique in various pathologies, from pleural effusion to various manifestations of lung cancer. Features: Diagnostic and therapeutic indications reflect new technology such as the semi-rigid/semi-flexible pleuroscope, CT/MR imaging, and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) Over 150 full-color endoscopic photographs and 120 figures enhance the text An accompanying DVD contains video clips of 8 typical clinical cases, plus practical information on the use of talc poudrage, the induction of a pneumothorax, and more This comprehensive visual guide is an indispensable primer for residents and fellows in pulmonology or pneumology, and for respiratory physicians, internists, or thoracic surgeons. System Requirements for the DVD: Language: English; region code: 0; picture format: 4:3 NTSC; duration: 33 minutes (approximately); disk format: DVD-5.

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Biomedical Devices: Design, Prototyping, and Manufacturing features fundamental discussions of all facets of materials processing and manufacturing processes across a wide range of medical devices and artificial tissues. Represents the first compilation of information on the design, prototyping, and manufacture of medical devices into one volume Offers in-depth coverage of medical devices, beginning with an introductory overview through to the design, manufacture, and applications Features examples of a variety of medical applications of devices, including biopsy micro forceps, micro-needle arrays, wrist implants, spinal spacers, and fixtures Provides students, doctors, scientists, and technicians interested in the development and applications of medical devices the ideal reference source

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La educación financiera incorpora una serie de conocimientos que todas las personas necesitamos entender para afrontar una adecuada e informada toma de decisiones financieras.Los contenidos de este manual se estructuran en tres bloques. El primero de ellos se dedica a las finanzas personales y presenta a lo largo de siete unidades los conceptos y herramientas que constituyen la base de la educación financiera, subrayando la importancia del ahorro. A lo largo de estos temas se abordan elementos de naturaleza contable como el patrimonio y los indicadores de su equilibrio o desequilibrio, y elementos del ámbito financiero, donde destaca el papel desempeñado por los tipos de interés y se introduce la relación fundamental entre liquidez, rentabilidad y riesgo. Asimismo, se explican los principales productos de ahorro, financiación e inversión y se detallan las opciones que aportan los medios de pago.El segundo bloque se centra en la planificación financiera personal y familiar, analizando l

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Encuadrnación: RústicaEste libro constituye una herramienta ideal para todas aquellas personas, futuros o presentes profesionales del secretariado, personal assistant, administrativos y, en general, profesionales que tengan relación con tareas de gestión y administración dentro de la compañía. Abarca una gran variedad de áreas que todo profesional que se precie debería conocer y que, sin duda, le ayudarán a afrontar las necesidades y retos que la empresa moderna demanda.La obra se muestra de forma clara y sencilla, describiendo los aspectos más importantes de cada capítulo y huyendo del exceso de datos o detalles que nos apartarían del objetivo del libro, que no es otro sino el mostrar, resumir y crear inquietud al lector sobre los distintos temas que se abordan, para que éste pueda completar de forma monográfica aquellos contenidos que más le convengan. Además, se ilustra con ejemplos prácticos y preguntas de refuerzo al finalizar cada uno de los capítulos para fomentar el repas

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