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Understanding Architecture Through Drawing

Taylor & Francis, 2008

Here is philosophy of science the way it should be. In these pages some of the very best philosophers working today grapple with the big issues of metaphysics, language, and epistemology as they relate to science. This volume is a true introduction to a

This new edition is an introduction to design and graphic techniques...

Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition)

Amphoto Books, 2004

For serious amateur photographers who already shoot perfectly focused, accurately exposed images but want to be more creative with a camera, here’s the book to consult. More than seventy techniques, both popular and less-familiar approaches, are covered in detail, including advanced exposure, bounced flash and candlelight, infrared, multiple...

Quantum Computer Science (Synthesis Lectures on Quantum Computing)

Morgan and Claypool Publishers, 2008

In this text we present a technical overview of the emerging field of quantum computation along with new research results by the authors. What distinguishes our presentation from that of others is our focus on the relationship between quantum computation and computer science. Specifically, our emphasis is on the computational model of quantum...

Statistical Language Models for Information Retrieval (Synthesis Lectures on Human Language Technologies)

Morgan and Claypool Publishers, 2008

As online information grows dramatically, search engines such as Google are playing a more and more important role in our lives. Critical to all search engines is the problem of designing an effective retrieval model that can rank documents accurately for a given query. This has been a central research problem in information retrieval for several...

Virtual Crowds: Methods, Simulation, and Control (Synthesis Lectures on Computer Graphics and Animation)

Morgan and Claypool Publishers, 2008

There are many applications of computer animation and simulation where it is necessary to model virtual crowds of autonomous agents. Some of these applications include site planning, education, entertainment, training, and human factors analysis for building evacuation. Other applications include simulations of scenarios where masses of people...

Nanoparticles: From Theory to Application

John Wiley & Sons, 2004

An introduction to the science of nanoparticles, from fundamental principles to their use in novel applications.
As a basis for understanding nanoparticle behavior, the book first outlines the principles of quantum size behavior, nanoparticles architecture, formation of semiconductor and metal nonoparticles. It then...

Mechatronic Servo System Control: Problems in Industries and their Theoretical Solutions (Lecture Notes in Control and Information Sciences)

Springer, 2004

From the reviews of the first edition:

"The mechatronic servo system is the major theme studied in this book. … The book contains an index, a glossary of terms, a collection of symbols and a description of experimental devices used in experiments. The book will be useful not only in the research or teaching the mechatronic...

Mechanical Vibrations: Active and Passive Control

John Wiley & Sons, 2007

For all rotational machines, the analysis of dynamic stresses and the resulting vibrations is an important subject. When it comes to helicopters and piston engines, this analysis becomes crucial. From the design of parts working under stress to the reduction of the vibration levels, the success of a project lies mainly in the hands of the...

Computational Methods in Surface and Colloid Science (Surfactant Science)

CRC Press, 2000

"...the interested and casual reader [are] immediately updated on cuttingedge research in the exciting field of surface and colloid science." -- Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2000

Prof. Borowko has compiled a volume focusing on computational methods applied to surface and colloid science....We have to...

Theoretical Aspects of Heterogeneous Catalysis (Progress in Theoretical Chemistry and Physics)

Springer, 2001

Heterogeneous catalysis is a fascinating and complex subject of utmost importance in the present day. Its immense technological and economical importance and the inherent complexity of the catalytic phenomena have stimulated theoretical and experimental studies by a broad spectrum of scientists, including chemists, physicists, chemical...

Lange's Handbook of Chemistry

McGraw-Hill, 1998

Perhaps it would be simplest to begin by stating the ways in which this new edition, the fourth under the aegis of the present editor, has not been changed. It remains the one-volume source of factual information for chemists, both professionals and students—the first place in which to “look it up” on the spot. The aim is to...

Dictionary of e-Business: A Definitive Guide to Technology and Business Terms

John Wiley & Sons, 2003

In a fast-moving technical and business environment like the Internet only exactitude can guarantee success. An 'almost correct' specification is a wrong specification. Make total accuracy your signature with this invaluable guide.

It offers detailed definitions of the bewildering array of terms and phrases relating to e-Business and the...

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