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Physicists are very smart people. Still, when it comes to moving their ideas from university to market, they often lack the basic set of know-hows that could help them succeed in the technology transfer process. To fill this gap, Entrepreneurship for Physicists: A Practical...

Author: Richard J. FarnISBN-10: 1405126965ISBN-13: 9781405126960Publisher: Wiley-BlackwellLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2006Pages: 336Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.94lbsSize: 9.92h x 6.84w x 0.91dReview Citation(s): Scitech Book News 12/01/2006 pg. 44

With the increasing global usage of water and the continuous addition of contaminants to water sources, new challenges have arisen that are associated with the abatement of organic pollutants, particularly those that are refractory to conventional water and wastewater treatment technologies. Advanced oxidation processes...

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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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Primary energy consumption around the world has been increasing steadily since the Industrial Revolution and shows no signals of slowing down in the coming years. This trend is accompanied by the increasing pollutant concentration on the Earth's biosystems and the general concerns over the...

This is the first book in which counterinsurgency theory and social network analysis are coupled. Disrupting Dark Networks focuses on how social network analysis can be used to craft strategies to track, destabilize, and disrupt covert and illegal networks. The book begins with an...

In this concise and practical guide, Frederick Bedell provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the science of airplane flight. Drawing on his own experiences as a pilot and engineer, Bedell offers insights and techniques for mastering the principles of flight.This work has been...

This Special Issue comprises 17 research articles and 2 review articles, covering studies on both individual and composite polymer modifications. Topics include high-content polymer-modified bitumen, epoxy resin adhesives, SBS-modified bitumen, PE-modified bitumen, crumb-rubber-modified bitumen, and biopolymeric capsules and bitumen rejuvenators.Author: Wei JiangISBN-10: 3036592350ISBN-13: 9783036592350Publisher:...

This reprint delves into the latest advancements in aquaculture techniques emerging from China. It provides a comprehensive update on the research and technological developments in various aspects of aquaculture, including biotechnology, ecotechnology, feeding technology, and environmental technology. The reprint covers a wide range of...

The future is less fearsome when you know what you're facing. Shape AI's future by actively participating in this technology-even if you've never considered yourself a techie.Bring up the subject of AI and you're liable to receive opinions from opposite sides of the spectrum.On...

CONTENTS Introduction General --- Joint Service Responsibility --- Maintenance Standards, Policies, and Criteria --- Terminology --- Planning --- Preparation for Work --- Access to Work --- Safety Timber Structures Preservation of Wood --- Inspection --- Maintenance Concrete Structures Concrete Technology --- Causes and Types...

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This reprint is a printed edition of the Special Issue on Maritime Autonomous Vessels that was published in the Journal of Marine Science and Engineering. It contains an editorial and 17 peer-reviewed research studies in the field of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS), Unmanned...

In modern times, mechatronic and robotic systems are developing at a faster pace than in the past, and research on novel solutions and applications of such devices are studied in both industrial and academic environments. The second volume of this Special Issue of Applied...

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The subject of this reprint covers the latest research in the field of wind energy methods and technologies. The results of work on modeling and optimization of wind turbines, their location, methods of monitoring and diagnostics, and development prospects were presented. Contemporary problems, dangers...

Today it will have been more than three centuries before the unveiling of what is called the "Lost Harmonics". In many ways, this was her calling or moreover the great commission; and there she wrestled with the idea to define that which was lost...

Photocatalysis represents an interesting approach for different applications, with the possibility of using sunlight as a sustainable and renewable source of energy. This technology is based on the use of a semiconductor that can be excited by light with an energy higher than its...

Harry Katzan, Jr. is a professor who has written several books and peer-reviewed technical papers on computer science and service science. He is a computer consultant and has been a consultant to the executive board of a major bank. He and his wife have...

Engineering economy textbooks typically cover topics such as how to calculate a future value from a present value or from an annuity. However, most books describe these concepts using fictional situations that are not relatable to the students' financial reality. Engineering students need to...

Exploring STEM Book Description STEM is Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Exploring STEM is a short chapter book that provides details and insight for middle and high school students to understand STEM careers. It exposes them to careers that they are familiar with such...

Author: Edward D. OstroffISBN-10: 0890061696ISBN-13: 9780890061695Publisher: Artech House PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1985Pages: 284Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.29lbsSize: 9.33h x 6.34w x 0.88d

Have you been wondering about the big issues dominating the news? Is climate change a massive threat or not? What is really going on with immigration? More importantly, how did American politics become so divided and hostile?Finally, one of America's top engineers has brought...

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...

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...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Transportation's (DOT's) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) face similar challenges regarding the regulation of autonomous systems powered by artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms that replace the human factor in the decision-making process. Validation and verification...

The "roots' of logistics: Physical distribution and traffic management.-How logistics understanding evolved.- Definitions changing during four decades.- Attempts to concretize logistics as a science and to establish a theoretical framework.- Instruments, practices, and methodologies of logistics.Author: Peter KlausISBN-10: 364227921XISBN-13: 9783642279218Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/10/2012Pages: 430Format:...

Commander's Tactical Handbook contains reference material frequently used to organize, plan, and conduct Marine ground combat operations. Its intent is to assist small unit leaders functioning at the company level and below, but it also serves as a field reference guide for all Marine...

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Unlike other construction materials, road materials have developed minimally over the past 100 years. However, since the 1970s, the focus has been on more sustainable road construction materials such as recycled asphalt pavements. Recycling asphalt involves removing old asphalt and mixing it with new...

Amateur Work: A Monthly Magazine of the Useful Arts and Sciences is a publication by Draper Publishing Company that focuses on providing its readers with practical and informative articles on various topics related to the world of amateur craftsmanship. The magazine covers a wide...

This detailed history of the lumber industry in California offers an in-depth look at the challenges faced by early loggers. From the cutting of the first trees to the establishment of major mills, Berry's account illuminates an important chapter in the state's economic development....

The sustainable design approach in construction aims to minimize negative effects on the environment and the well-being of individuals in buildings and urban areas. It seeks to enhance the performance of buildings and urban spaces. The fundamental goals of sustainability include reducing the consumption...

There are a number of ways in which magnetocaloric heat pumps (MCHPs) improve upon conventional vapor compression heat pumps (VCHPs) that are currently used for space heating. More energy is saved by using MCHPs, and they don't produce greenhouse gases or deplete the ozone...

In "AI in Healthcare Revolution," a gripping and suspenseful thriller, follow the journey of Dr. Olivia Miller, Dr. Marcus Rodriguez, Agent Sarah Mitchell, and the enigmatic hacker Cipher as they unveil a sinister conspiracy behind a deadly silent epidemic. With courage and determination, they...

This is a little book for students who wish to have the essential formulas and equations of mathematics in a single easily accessible source. In about 50 pages, the 350 most essential mathematical formulas are listed. Unlike other large books on this topic, there...

This book is written for people who love MATLAB and Fibonacci numbers. One of the objectives of writing this book is to introduce MATLAB and Fibonacci numbers to students in high schools. The material presented is very easy and simple to understand -- written...

In an era where AI and technology continue to revolutionize industries, professionals with technical backgrounds are increasingly finding themselves in traditional marketing roles. These "Accidental Marketers" are eager to gain an understanding of how to develop effective marketing strategies. The Accidental Marketer Case Book...

This special issue provides a collection of 15 papers with modern theories and applications for circular economy, engineering projects, entrepreneurship models, and investor decisions. After the commencing review on Occupational Health and Safety Management-Systems Standards, follow papers which can be classified into four categories...

In recent years, the building sector has been turning towards intervening in the existing city building stock. In fact, it is generally accepted that the refurbishment of buildings and urban regeneration based on sustainability must form the axis of reformulation of the building sector....

This book (hardcover) is part of the TREDITION CLASSICS. It contains classical literature works from over two thousand years. Most of these titles have been out of print and off the bookstore shelves for decades. The book series is intended to preserve the cultural...

India is bestowed with rich water resources; rainfall is one of the main sources of water. Because of time and spatial variability of rainfall, a number of dams have been constructed all over the country to tap the available water resources so that this...

This antique volume contains a detailed treatise on plants and how they grow, with a wealth of detailed and interesting information on the biology of plant cells, roots, leaves, and flowers. Written in clear language and profusely illustrated, this book will appeal to those...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Stewart H. HolbrookISBN-10: 1446518698ISBN-13: 9781446518694Publisher:...

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Machine Learning Classification of Epileptic Seizures Based on Electroencephalogram using Third-Ordered Cumulants and Adaptive Fractal Analysis Techniques1 IntroductionEpilepsy is one of the serious neurological diseases in the world. Indeed, early detection of epileptic seizures will extend the life span of epileptic patients. In this...

In 1990, energy in the UK underwent a unique and fundamental transformation, with the privatization of the electricity supply industry. This is the first book to fully assess the experiment. It first explains how - and why - the British electricity supply industry was...

In this book we analyze the topic of Intellectual Property Rights(IPR) from a new perspective. The topic of restriction of polyexistentials andWestern IPR are one and the same. Yet, the concept of polyexistentials has notappeared in prior discussions of this topic. This is the...