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Reinforced Concrete with FRP Bars Mechanics and Design

Reinforced Concrete with FRP Bars Mechanics and Design

Corrosion-resistant electromagnetic transparent and lightweight fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) are accepted as valid alternatives to steel in concrete reinforcement. Reinforced Concrete with FRP Bars: Mechanics and Design a technical guide based on the authors’ more than 30 years of collective experience provides principles algorithms and practical examples. Well-illustrated with case studies on flexural and column-type members the book covers internal non-prestressed FRP reinforcement. It assumes some familiarity with reinforced concrete and excludes prestressing and near-surface mounted reinforcement applications. The text discusses FRP materials properties and addresses testing and quality control durability and serviceability. It provides a historical overview and emphasizes the ACI technical literature along with other research worldwide. Includes an explanation of the key physical mechanical properties of FRP bars and their production methodsProvides algorithms that govern design and detailing including a new formulation for the use of FRP bars in columns Offers a justification for the development of strength reduction factors based on reliability considerationsUses a two –story building solved in Mathcad® that can become a template for real projectsThis book is mainly intended for practitioners and focuses on the fundamentals of performance and design of concrete members with FRP reinforcement and reinforcement detailing. Graduate students and researchers can use it as a valuable resource. Antonio Nanni is a professor at the University of Miami and the University of Naples Federico II. Antonio De Luca and Hany Zadeh are consultant design engineers. | Reinforced Concrete with FRP Bars Mechanics and Design

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Parallel Computers 2 Architecture Programming and Algorithms

Parallel Computers 2 Architecture Programming and Algorithms

Since the publication of the first edition parallel computing technology has gained considerable momentum. A large proportion of this has come from the improvement in VLSI techniques offering one to two orders of magnitude more devices than previously possible. A second contributing factor in the fast development of the subject is commercialization. The supercomputer is no longer restricted to a few well-established research institutions and large companies. A new computer breed combining the architectural advantages of the supercomputer with the advance of VLSI technology is now available at very attractive prices. A pioneering device in this development is the transputer a VLSI processor specifically designed to operate in large concurrent systems. Parallel Computers 2: Architecture Programming and Algorithms reflects the shift in emphasis of parallel computing and tracks the development of supercomputers in the years since the first edition was published. It looks at large-scale parallelism as found in transputer ensembles. This extensively rewritten second edition includes major new sections on the transputer and the OCCAM language. The book contains specific information on the various types of machines available details of computer architecture and technologies and descriptions of programming languages and algorithms. Aimed at an advanced undergraduate and postgraduate level this handbook is also useful for research workers machine designers and programmers concerned with parallel computers. In addition it will serve as a guide for potential parallel computer users especially in disciplines where large amounts of computer time are regularly used. | Parallel Computers 2 Architecture Programming and Algorithms

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Image Processing and Pattern Recognition Based on Parallel Shift Technology

Regularized Image Reconstruction in Parallel MRI with MATLAB

Regularized Image Reconstruction in Parallel MRI with MATLAB

Regularization becomes an integral part of the reconstruction process in accelerated parallel magnetic resonance imaging (pMRI) due to the need for utilizing the most discriminative information in the form of parsimonious models to generate high quality images with reduced noise and artifacts. Apart from providing a detailed overview and implementation details of various pMRI reconstruction methods Regularized image reconstruction in parallel MRI with MATLAB examples interprets regularized image reconstruction in pMRI as a means to effectively control the balance between two specific types of error signals to either improve the accuracy in estimation of missing samples or speed up the estimation process. The first type corresponds to the modeling error between acquired and their estimated values. The second type arises due to the perturbation of k-space values in autocalibration methods or sparse approximation in the compressed sensing based reconstruction model. Features: Provides details for optimizing regularization parameters in each type of reconstruction. Presents comparison of regularization approaches for each type of pMRI reconstruction. Includes discussion of case studies using clinically acquired data. MATLAB codes are provided for each reconstruction type. Contains method-wise description of adapting regularization to optimize speed and accuracy. This book serves as a reference material for researchers and students involved in development of pMRI reconstruction methods. Industry practitioners concerned with how to apply regularization in pMRI reconstruction will find this book most useful.

GBP 140.00
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Fundamentals of Multicore Software Development

Introduction to High Performance Computing for Scientists and Engineers

Introduction to High Performance Computing for Scientists and Engineers

Written by high performance computing (HPC) experts Introduction to High Performance Computing for Scientists and Engineers provides a solid introduction to current mainstream computer architecture dominant parallel programming models and useful optimization strategies for scientific HPC. From working in a scientific computing center the authors gained a unique perspective on the requirements and attitudes of users as well as manufacturers of parallel computers. The text first introduces the architecture of modern cache-based microprocessors and discusses their inherent performance limitations before describing general optimization strategies for serial code on cache-based architectures. It next covers shared- and distributed-memory parallel computer architectures and the most relevant network topologies. After discussing parallel computing on a theoretical level the authors show how to avoid or ameliorate typical performance problems connected with OpenMP. They then present cache-coherent non-uniform memory access (ccNUMA) optimization techniques examine distributed-memory parallel programming with message passing interface (MPI) and explain how to write efficient MPI code. The final chapter focuses on hybrid programming with MPI and OpenMP. Users of high performance computers often have no idea what factors limit time to solution and whether it makes sense to think about optimization at all. This book facilitates an intuitive understanding of performance limitations without relying on heavy computer science knowledge. It also prepares readers for studying more advanced literature. Read about the authors' recent honor: Informatics Europe Curriculum Best Practices Award for Parallelism and Concurrency.

GBP 180.00
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Technical Proceedings of the 2007 Cleantech Conference and Trade Show

Introduction to Scheduling

Introduction to Scheduling

Full of practical examples Introduction to Scheduling presents the basic concepts and methods fundamental results and recent developments of scheduling theory. With contributions from highly respected experts it provides self-contained easy-to-follow yet rigorous presentations of the material. The book first classifies scheduling problems and their complexity and then presents examples that demonstrate successful techniques for the design of efficient approximation algorithms. It also discusses classical problems such as the famous makespan minimization problem as well as more recent advances such as energy-efficient scheduling algorithms. After focusing on job scheduling problems that encompass independent and possibly parallel jobs the text moves on to a practical application of cyclic scheduling for the synthesis of embedded systems. It also proves that efficient schedules can be derived in the context of steady-state scheduling. Subsequent chapters discuss scheduling large and computer-intensive applications on parallel resources illustrate different approaches of multi-objective scheduling and show how to compare the performance of stochastic task-resource systems. The final chapter assesses the impact of platform models on scheduling techniques. From the basics to advanced topics and platform models this volume provides a thorough introduction to the field. It reviews classical methods explores more contemporary models and shows how the techniques and algorithms are used in practice.

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International e-Conference on Computer Science (IeCCS 2005)

Interoperability in IoT for Smart Systems

Black Holes Wormholes and Time Machines

Tensegrity Structures Design Methods

Tensegrity Structures Design Methods

Tensegrity structures are pre-stressed systems of cables and bars in which no bar is connected to the other and the structure has no continuous rigid skeleton. This general introduction presents an original general method for the design of tensegrity structures the first configurations of which were found by trial and error. The book begins with two-dimensional tensegrity structures particularly tensegrity nets tensegrity chains tensegrity rings and tensegrity arches. These are then developed to original configurations of spatial tensegrity structures such as tensegrity slabs primitive spatial tensegrity arches and primitive tensegrity domes as well as more elaborate spatial tensegrity structures such as tensegrity cylindrical shells slim tensegrity domes tensegrity vaults and tensegrity caps. Presents a robust new approach to the design of tensegrity structures Extends tensegrity structures to new three-dimensional configurations Tensegrity Structures Design Methods suits structural civil and mechanical engineers and architects as well as graduate students. Oren Vilnay is Professor Emeritus and was founder and head of the Department of Structural Engineering at Ben Gurion University Israel. He is also former head of the Structural Engineering Section at Technion—IsraelInstitute of Technology. Leon Chernin is Lecturer at the University of Dundee. He was granted a PhD in Structural Engineering from the Technion—Israel Institute of Technology. His research activities encompass both physical testing and numerical modelling.

GBP 82.99
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Engineered Bamboo Structures

Cloud Computing Concepts and Technologies

Air Sampling and Industrial Hygiene Engineering

Air Sampling and Industrial Hygiene Engineering

We know certain chemicals cause problems in the workplace. The issues now are: Where do they occur in the workplace? How can we best evaluate them? What are the procedures for dealing with them safely? Many books simply define the problem and tell you that you need a program. Air Sampling and Industrial Hygiene gives you a guide to air sampling protocols from start to finish. The book presents sampling technology updated with today's tools - such as microcircuitry and remote sensing. The authors emphasize an interdisciplinary approach to understanding how air monitoring can adequately report current environmental conditions associated with outdoor media indoor remediation efforts proximal equipment interior line monitoring and the interrelationship of ventilation parameters. In addition to providing the how-tos of sampling this guide covers the basics of chemical risk assessment biological assessment engineering evaluation of mechanical system design criteria and chemical or process engineering hazard assessments. It presents the information using text text outlines graphics and pictures - including cross sections of instrumentation and side bars to elaborate on complex concepts. Faulty readings caused by poor sampling techniques can be very costly. This book provides the how-tos for making design engineering and on-site decisions as to instrumentation selection and scheduled usage. Air Sampling and Industrial Hygiene Engineering will allow you to complete the sampling process systematically and correctly from initial suspicions to the use of obtained results.

GBP 59.99
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Human-Wildlife Interactions From Conflict to Coexistence

Human-Wildlife Interactions From Conflict to Coexistence

This book won the 2023 The Wildlife Society Publication Award in the authored book category. Human-wildlife interactions increase exponentially as more and more humans and wildlife crowd into the same limited space. Such interactions often become conflicts when wildlife threaten human health and safety well-being or the food supply. This second edition of Human-Wildlife Interactions: From Conflict to Coexistence provides a comprehensive review of the severity of these problems and the methods used to resolve clashes between humans and wildlife. During his forty-year career as a wildlife professor and scientist Dr. Michael Conover founder of journal Human-Wildlife Interactions has become a recognized leader of the scientific field of human-wildlife interactions. In this book he presents the range of methods for wildlife damage management including employing lethal methods; distributing supplemental food; changing the behavior of either humans or wildlife; and excluding or repelling wildlife. Backed by numerous case studies and informative side bars the book documents resolutions to specific human-wildlife conflicts throughout the literature. Containing full color illustrations throughout the second edition of Human-Wildlife Interactions: From Conflict to Coexistence provides authoritative coverage and depth of both theoretical and practical information. It serves as an invaluable resource for students researchers and professional wildlife managers. Disclaimer: Figure 7. 7 (b) on page 251 was incorrectly attributed in previous printings. The photographer of figure 7. 7 (b) is Cynthia Herrick. | Human-Wildlife Interactions From Conflict to Coexistence

GBP 56.99
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Soil Classification A Global Desk Reference

Spacecraft Modeling Attitude Determination and Control Quaternion-Based Approach

Spacecraft Modeling Attitude Determination and Control Quaternion-Based Approach

This book discusses all spacecraft attitude control-related topics: spacecraft (including attitude measurements actuator and disturbance torques) modeling spacecraft attitude determination and estimation and spacecraft attitude controls. Unlike other books addressing these topics this book focuses on quaternion-based methods because of its many merits. The book lays a brief but necessary background on rotation sequence representations and frequently used reference frames that form the foundation of spacecraft attitude description. It then discusses the fundamentals of attitude determination using vector measurements various efficient (including very recently developed) attitude determination algorithms and the instruments and methods of popular vector measurements. With available attitude measurements attitude control designs for inertial point and nadir pointing are presented in terms of required torques which are independent of actuators in use. Given the required control torques some actuators are not able to generate the accurate control torques therefore spacecraft attitude control design methods with achievable torques for these actuators (for example magnetic torque bars and control moment gyros) are provided. Some rigorous controllability results are provided. The book also includes attitude control in some special maneuvers such as orbital-raising docking and rendezvous that are normally not discussed in similar books. Almost all design methods are based on state-spaced modern control approaches such as linear quadratic optimal control robust pole assignment control model predictive control and gain scheduling control. Applications of these methods to spacecraft attitude control problems are provided. Appendices are provided for readers who are not familiar with these topics. | Spacecraft Modeling Attitude Determination and Control Quaternion-Based Approach

GBP 48.99
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Performance Tuning of Scientific Applications

Performance Tuning of Scientific Applications

With contributions from some of the most notable experts in the field Performance Tuning of Scientific Applications presents current research in performance analysis. The book focuses on the following areas. Performance monitoring: Describes the state of the art in hardware and software tools that are commonly used for monitoring and measuring performance and managing large quantities of data Performance analysis: Discusses modern approaches to computer performance benchmarking and presents results that offer valuable insight into these studiesPerformance modeling: Explains how researchers deduce accurate performance models from raw performance data or from other high-level characteristics of a scientific computationAutomatic performance tuning: Explores ongoing research into automatic and semi-automatic techniques for optimizing computer programs to achieve superior performance on any computer platformApplication tuning: Provides examples that show how the appropriate analysis of performance and some deft changes have resulted in extremely high performancePerformance analysis has grown into a full-fledged sophisticated field of empirical science. Describing useful research in modern performance science and engineering this book helps real-world users of parallel computer systems to better understand both the performance vagaries arising in scientific applications and the practical means for improving performance. Read about the book on HPCwire and insideHPC

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Phytochemicals in Soybeans Bioactivity and Health Benefits

Phytochemicals in Soybeans Bioactivity and Health Benefits

Soybeans represent an excellent source of high-quality protein with a low content in saturated fat. They can be made into various foods such as tofu miso breakfast cereals energy bars and soy cakes. Much research has been carried out on the positive health effects of soybeans and increasing evidence shows that consumption of soybeans may reduce the risk of osteoporosis have a beneficial role in chronic renal disease lower plasma cholesterol and decrease the risk of coronary heart disease. Phytochemicals in Soybeans: Bioactivity and Health Benefits describes in detail the chemical characteristics of health-promoting components of soybeans and soybean products their impacts on human health and emerging technologies about soybean processing and new products. With 22 chapters containing the most recent information associated with soybean products topics of the chapters include soybeans’ role in human nutrition and health their composition and physicochemical properties action mechanism of their physiologic function processing engineering technology food safety and quality control. Key Features: Promotes soybean products as functional food with advanced processing technology Presents the basic research containing the experimental design methods used and a detailed description of the results. Provides a systematic approach to the subject to facilitate a better comprehension of the subjects with illustrations and diagrams Includes a comprehensive and up-to-date list of references With contributions from authors around the world who are experts in their field this book contains new information on the health impacts of soybean consumption new product development and alternative technologies of soybean processing and will be useful for professors and researchers as well as graduate and undergraduate students alike. | Phytochemicals in Soybeans Bioactivity and Health Benefits

GBP 170.00
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Advances in Computational Methods in Sciences and Engineering 2005 (2 vols) Selected Papers from the International Conference of Computation

Advances in Computational Methods in Sciences and Engineering 2005 (2 vols) Selected Papers from the International Conference of Computation

This volume brings together selected contributed papers presented at the International Conference of Computational Methods in Science and Engineering (ICCMSE 2005) held in Greece 21 – 26 October 2005. The conference aims to bring together computational scientists from several disciplines in order to share methods and ideas. The ICCMSE is unique in its kind. It regroups original contributions from all fields of the traditional Sciences Mathematics Physics Chemistry Biology Medicine and all branches of Engineering. It would be perhaps more appropriate to define the ICCMSE as a conference on computational science and its applications to science and engineering. Topics of general interest are: Computational Mathematics Theoretical Physics and Theoretical Chemistry. Computational Engineering and Mechanics Computational Biology and Medicine Computational Geosciences and Meteorology Computational Economics and Finance Scientific Computation. High Performance Computing Parallel and Distributed Computing Visualization Problem Solving Environments Numerical Algorithms Modelling and Simulation of Complex System Web-based Simulation and Computing Grid-based Simulation and Computing Fuzzy Logic Hybrid Computational Methods Data Mining Information Retrieval and Virtual Reality Reliable Computing Image Processing Computational Science and Education etc. More than 800 extended abstracts have been submitted for consideration for presentation in ICCMSE 2005. From these 500 have been selected after international peer review by at least two independent reviewers. | Advances in Computational Methods in Sciences and Engineering 2005 (2 vols) Selected Papers from the International Conference of Computation

GBP 74.99
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Fingerprint Analysis Laboratory Workbook Second Edition

Fingerprint Analysis Laboratory Workbook Second Edition

Fingerprint collection and analysis may be performed as part of many jobs including crime scene technician latent print examiner criminalist and lab supervisor. Regardless of one’s specific background or role in the process a knowledge of scientific practices is critical in handling and analyzing fingerprint evidence. The best way to understand the principles and concepts of any science learned in a classroom is to perform experiments. The exercises in Fingerprint Analysis Laboratory Workbook Second Edition address all aspects of fingerprint theory investigation processing comparisons and research. Designed specifically to parallel the Fundamentals of Fingerprint Analysis Second Edition textbook the laboratory exercises correspond with the textbook chapters with exercise in the lab chapter putting into practice the concepts covered in the text chapter. Each lab follows the same format beginning with the objectives of the experiment and providing the background information necessary to perform the experiment. This is followed by a list of required materials the lab exercises and post-lab questions for students to test what they’ve learned. Many of the laboratory exercises may be completed either at home or in a laboratory setting. Exercises and photographs enhance the text making it an ideal hands-on learning tool. New techniques and current practices added to the primary textbook have been included in this companion laboratory workbook to cover the latest in real-world application of fingerprint analysis science to practice.

GBP 35.99
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Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs III Proceedings of the 3rd International Workshop on Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs (PKW 2017) February 22-24

Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs III Proceedings of the 3rd International Workshop on Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs (PKW 2017) February 22-24

Since the first implementation by Electricité de France on the Goulours dam (France) in 2006 the Piano Key Weir has become a more and more applied solution to increase the discharge capacity of existing spillways. In parallel several new large dam projects have been built with such a flood control structure usually in combination with gates. Today more than 25 Piano Key Weirs are in operation or under construction all over the world. More than 15 years of research and development have enabled detailed investigations of the hydraulic and structural behaviour of the Piano Key Weir complex structure and have provided more and more accurate design equations. Following the proceedings of the first two workshops held in Liege (Belgium – 2011) and Paris (France – 2013) Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs III collects the contributions presented by people with varied background from researchers to practitioners at the 3rd International Workshop on Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs - PKW 2017 (22-24 February 2017 Qui Nhon Vietnam). The papers reviewed and accepted by an International Scientific Committee summarize the current state-of-the-art on Piano Key Weirs from a theoretical to a practical point of view and present most of the main projects in operation or under construction. Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs III is thus a reference for students practitioners and researchers interested in Dams Engineering. | Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs III Proceedings of the 3rd International Workshop on Labyrinth and Piano Key Weirs (PKW 2017) February 22-24

GBP 180.00
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