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This book is a fascinating look at the history of the Pennsylvania Railroad and the development of American railways more broadly. Charles Douglas Fox provides insights into the challenges of railway construction and management, and offers his thoughts on the future of the industry....

The Model STEM System described includes: * One 3-year course to replace the biology, chemistry, and physics courses * Instruction by teacher teams * A national service organization to help teachers * Regional STEM Service Centers * Instruction provided through projects and mini-courses *...

Among medical imaging modalities, such as computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound imaging stands out due to its temporal resolution. Owing to the nature of medical ultrasound imaging, it has been used for not only observation of the morphology of living...

The Boy Mechanic, Book 1: 700 Things For Boys To Do (1913) by Popular Mechanics Company is a comprehensive guidebook for young boys interested in science, mechanics, and engineering. The book contains 700 different projects and activities that boys can undertake to learn about...

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This one-of-a-kind book presents many of the mathematical concepts, structures, and techniques used in the study of rays, waves, and scattering. Panoramic in scope, it includes discussions of how ocean waves are refracted around islands and underwater ridges, how seismic waves are refracted in...

Author: Elizabeth AtekojaISBN-13: 9798893245370Publisher: Franklin Pub.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/18/2024Pages: 124Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.39lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d

HumAnItyOvercome your fear of AI and understand the future of super-robots and their potential impact on us individually and as a species.Are you ready to discover the shocking truth about AI and its potential impact on humanity? This ground-breaking book explores the intersection of...

Author: Sally Bennett BoyingtonISBN-10: 1951303156ISBN-13: 9781951303150Publisher: Wordsmith PagesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/30/2024Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.17d

A firsthand account of life on the canals and railways during the industrial revolution, filled with colorful anecdotes and fascinating historical details.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know...

Author: Albert N. LinkISBN-10: 1638284423ISBN-13: 9781638284420Publisher: Now PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/30/2024Pages: 86Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.29lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.18d

Skill Seeker is a practical solution for tracking growth and leveling up your skills. There is an overwhelming amount of things to do, from learning a new tech skill like 3D printing to traditional handiwork like sewing. What if we could gamify these parts...

VW Golf Mkl and Mk2, Rabbit and Jetta Restoration ManualMODELS COVERED: - Rabbit (USA), Golf Marks 1 and 2, and Jetta- All gasoline/petrol engine types and sizes inc. GTI, 1600 and 1800 (NOT 4-wheel drive or diesel models.)With more than 1,000 illustrations and text...

This special issue, which surveys the most recent research in integrated risk management for supply chains, is motivated by the success of the 8th "Supply Chain Finance and Risk Management Workshop," which was held at the Olin Business School of Washington University in St....

This title sets the stage for a discussion that pushes the boundaries of traditional control system design. It suggests that textbook knowledge might not be enough for the complexities of safe, autonomous systems. We can delve deeper by explaining the limitations of textbook approaches....

Radiolab is one of the most popular and longest-running shows on NPR, with 1.8 million listeners per week and over 500,000 podcast subscribers.Radiolab is on a curiosity bender. We ask deep questions and use investigative journalism to get the answers. A given episode might...

Radiolab is one of the most popular and longest-running shows on NPR, with 1.8 million listeners per week and over 500,000 podcast subscribers.Radiolab is on a curiosity bender. We ask deep questions and use investigative journalism to get the answers. A given episode might...

Natural extracts, particularly essential oils (EOs), represent a fascinating research topic due to the recognized biologically active properties (e.g., antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, etc.) of their volatile compounds. These properties have gradually led EOs to become widespread in the food, pharmaceutical, and beauty/cosmetic industries. Taking...

Cybersecurity models include provisions for legitimate user and agent authentication, as well as algorithms for detecting external threats, such as intruders and malicious software. In particular, we can define a continuum of cybersecurity measures ranging from user identification to risk-based and multilevel authentication, complex...

Photonics has emerged as crucial for enabling communication and sensing applications, revolutionizing industries such as data centers, autonomous driving, and 5G/6G networks. This reprint includes thirteen articles showcasing the transformative potential of photonics in supporting emerging technologies. It presents the recent advancements and future...

Comprehensive introduction to the neural network models currently under intensive study for computational applications. It also provides coverage of neural network applications in a variety of problems of both theoretical and practical interest.Author: John A. Hertz, Anders S. Krogh, Richard G. PalmerISBN-10: 0201515601ISBN-13: 9780201515602Publisher:...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

As smart cities are rapidly developing, it is vital that they are built on a combination of support and active participation of self-decisive, independent, and aware citizens by ensuring strong human capital, social capital, and information and communications technology infrastructure. Due to this evolution...

The plate heat exchangers are one of the most effective types of compact heat exchanger with the intensification of heat transfer. Their use is represented in many industrial processes because of their compact size, low weight and cost, reduced space required for installation and...

Welding remains one of the most studied manufacturing processes worldwide. It has always assumed a vital importance in terms of research, and the market demand for increasingly complex solutions has kept the search for new solutions around welding more and more alive. This book...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

Comprehensive introduction to the neural network models currently under intensive study for computational applications. It also provides coverage of neural network applications in a variety of problems of both theoretical and practical interest.Author: John A. Hertz, Anders S. Krogh, Richard G. PalmerISBN-10: 0367091364ISBN-13: 9780367091361Publisher:...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

"This fine collection of essays from a diverse group of authors expounding on a wide variety of subjects presents a generous sampling of the new philosophy of technology." --Choice" . . . informative, original, and provocative. . . . Many of the writers are...

"The Mission is Critical" is your ultimate guide to building hyperscale data centers without overcomplicating the process. Written by industry expert Justin DeFillippo, this book breaks down the entire journey-from site selection and construction to management and business strategies-with a straightforward, no-nonsense approach. Drawing...

Vision inference is the process of the eye, recognizing an object, analyzing the same and reconstructing a complete picture of an object. Unlike some mental processes like computing an addition, or reasoning for a decision in a chess game, vision inference is a mental...

This reprint covers a wide range of articles related to techno-economic analysis and optimization approaches, especially for energy systems, and collates the latest research and advancements in their applications.Author: Konstantinos AravossisISBN-10: 3725808368ISBN-13: 9783725808366Publisher: Mdpi AGLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/22/2024Pages: 338Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.04lbsSize: 9.61h x 6.69w x...

Industrial Statistics is about a new technology to replace the traditional statistical process control method. Quality decisions are made based on inspection data of one variable, this is a data dependent process. Industrial statistics is based on artificial intelligence or a mathematical model. This...

Within modern forensic science and criminal investigation, experts face several challenges including managing huge amounts of data, handling miniscule pieces of evidence in a chaotic and complex environment, navigating traditional laboratory structures, and, sometimes, dealing with insufficient knowledge. These challenges must be overcome to...

This book expertly brings together the seminal works in the field, together with editorial introductions to assist the reader in understanding the essential principles of qualitative research.Author: Michael David MyersISBN-10: 0761966323ISBN-13: 9780761966326Publisher: Sage Publications LtdLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/25/2002Pages: 312Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.40lbsSize: 9.58h x 6.26w x...

This comprehensive guide covers the essentials of web development using Django, PostgreSQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. It walks readers through setting up their development environment, building full-featured web applications, integrating databases, and deploying projects to production. The book also explores advanced topics such as...

"Web Programming with Django, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React" is a comprehensive guide to modern web development. It covers the fundamental technologies needed to build dynamic and responsive web applications, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and Django. The book starts with the basics of...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This book throws open the doors to the world of IT and Cybersecurity, celebrating over 100 accomplished women who have carved their own paths in these dynamic fields. It's not just a chronical of their achievements, though each story delves into the unique challenges...

Energy makes the world go round. In our society, however, energy management is in utter crisis. The energy demand is growing faster and faster while prices steadily rise, and our planet is being thoroughly polluted. So-called 'sustainable' energy innovations still bite the dust compared...

In a world grappling with the dual imperatives of feeding a growing global population and safeguarding our precious biodiversity, "Food Security and Biodiversity" offers an insightful exploration of the intricate relationship between agriculture and the natural world. This comprehensive book navigates the reader through...

"Access to Clean Water in Developing Countries: Addressing the Ongoing Crisis" is an insightful and comprehensive book that delves into the critical issue of access to clean and safe drinking water in many parts of the world, with a specific focus on developing countries....

Microstructure design is key in targeting the desired material's properties. Contributions related to microstructure design and characterization are collected in this Topic, together with their relation to the mechanical, fatigue, wear and corrosion resistance of different kinds of metals and alloys. The goal of...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

The Industrial Heritage is the first integrated approach to the assessment, conservation, interpretation, financing and management of the complex heritage of industrial cultures. It breaks new ground, as the authors (both active workers in the field) suggest that concepts of heritage defined to deal...

This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "Energy Harvesters and Self-Powered Sensors for Smart Electronics" that was published in Micromachines, which showcases the rapid development of various energy harvesting technologies and novel devices. In the current 5G and Internet of Things...

Step into today's high-tech world with a pioneering female engineer in a male-dominated field During the computer technology revolution that transformed the world's industries during the last quarter of the 20th century, Beverly Schultz's success story blends the challenges and fun of engineering at...

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

How to survive and thrive in the post-industrial ageAuthor: John Michael GreerISBN-10: 1915952204ISBN-13: 9781915952202Publisher: Sphinx BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/26/2024Pages: 288Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.60d