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The Engineering and Technology portfolio includes comprehensive overviews of all major research and practical developments in aerospace and automotive engineering, civil and environmental engineering, mechanical and industrial engineering, materials engineering, electrical engineering, communications engineering, and more. In-depth coverage, innovative state-of-the-art approaches, and real-world case studies provide valuable, actionable insights for researchers, applied engineers and students. The content in Elsevier's Engineering and Technology books program addresses core issues in industry and society, such as sustainability, the circular economy, AI, and automation.

  • Sensitivity Methods in Control Theory

    Proceedings of an International Symposium Held at Dubrovnik, August 31–September 5, 1964
    • 1st Edition
    • L. Radanović
    • English
    Sensitivity Methods in Control Theory is a collection of manuscripts presented as the Third International Symposium of Sensitivity Analysis, held at Dubrovnik, Yugoslavia on August 31-September 5, 1964, sponsored by The Theory Committee of International Federation of Automatic Control. Sensitivity theory or sensitivity analysis concerns the solution of problems associated with parameter variations within the general scope of control theory. This book is organized into five parts encompassing 30 chapters. Part I presents some basic approaches of sensitivity analysis, such the Lyapunov's theory of stability, invariant imbedding, nonlinear sampled data, and linear time-varying systems. This part also looks into the preliminary steps towards the development of game theory and some general applications of sensitivity analysis. Part II treats the problem of accuracy, reliability, self-adjustment, and optimization of sensitivity of automatic control systems, while Part III deals with the functional derivative technique of sensitivity analysis and its applications for designing self-adjusting control systems. Part IV describes the task of synthesizing control systems for linear plants with variable parameters satisfying specified performance criteria. Part V considers the association between sensitivity and optimality in various control systems. This book will prove useful to design and other specialized fields in engineering.

  • Artificial Intelligence in Real-Time Control 1992

    Selected Papers from theIFAC/IFIP/IMACS Symposium, Delft, Netherlands, 16-18 June 1992
    • 1st Edition
    • M.G. Rodd + 1 more
    • English
    The symposium had two main aims, to investigate the state-of-the-art in the application of artificial intelligence techniques in real-time control, and to bring together control system specialists, artificial intelligence specialists and end-users. Many professional engineers working in industry feel that the gap between theory and practice in applying control and systems theory is widening, despite efforts to develop control algorithms. Papers presented at the meeting ranged from the theoretical aspects to the practical applications of artificial intelligence in real-time control. Themes were: the methodology of artificial intelligence techniques in control engineering; the application of artificial intelligence techniques in different areas of control; and hardware and software requirements. This symposium showed that there exist alternative possibilities for control based on artificial intelligence techniques.

  • Alcoholic Korsakoff's Syndrome

    An Information-Processing Approach to Amnesia
    • 1st Edition
    • Nelson Butters + 1 more
    • English
    Alcoholic Korsakoff's Syndrome: An Information-Processi... Approach To Amnesia presents an overview of one of the theories of amnesia, namely, the extent to which it represents an information-processi... deficit. The book discusses the clinical symptoms, neuropathology, and etiology of the alcoholic Korsakoff's syndrome; the influence of the original memory model on the research in amnesia; and the functional differences among long-term memory, short-term memory, and sensory memory. The text also describes encoding deficits; the depth of encoding and visuoperceptive deficits; as well as alternative theories of amnesia. Sensory capacities and the memory and cognitive disorders of chronic alcoholics are also considered. The book further reviews the differences among various amnesic and dementing populations. Neurologist, neuropsychologists, and students taking related courses will find the book invaluable.

  • Designing Usable Texts

    • 1st Edition
    • Thomas M. Duffy + 1 more
    • English
    Designing Usable Texts covers the analysis of textual communication processes in the real world of publishing systems and work sites. The book presents topics on designing and understanding of written texts; authoring, editing, and the production process; and training authors of informative documents. The text also describes the policies and processes of editing; lessons in text design from an instructional design perspective; and graphics and design alternatives such as studying strategies and their implications for textbook design. The identification of information requirements such as understanding readers and their uses of texts, modeling users and their use of technical manuals, is also considered. Psychologists and people involved in communication design, document design, information mapping, and educational technology will find the book invaluable.

  • Channel Coding: Theory, Algorithms, and Applications

    Academic Press Library in Mobile and Wireless Communications
    • 1st Edition
    • David Declercq + 2 more
    • English
    This book gives a review of the principles, methods and techniques of important and emerging research topics and technologies in Channel Coding, including theory, algorithms, and applications. Edited by leading people in the field who, through their reputation, have been able to commission experts to write on a particular topic. With this reference source you will: Quickly grasp a new area of research Understand the underlying principles of a topic and its applications Ascertain how a topic relates to other areas and learn of the research issues yet to be resolved

  • Quantitative Imaging in Cell Biology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 123
    • English
    This new volume, number 123, of Methods in Cell Biology looks at methods for quantitative imaging in cell biology. It covers both theoretical and practical aspects of using optical fluorescence microscopy and image analysis techniques for quantitative applications. The introductory chapters cover fundamental concepts and techniques important for obtaining accurate and precise quantitative data from imaging systems. These chapters address how choice of microscope, fluorophores, and digital detector impact the quality of quantitative data, and include step-by-step protocols for capturing and analyzing quantitative images. Common quantitative applications, including co-localization, ratiometric imaging, and counting molecules, are covered in detail. Practical chapters cover topics critical to getting the most out of your imaging system, from microscope maintenance to creating standardized samples for measuring resolution. Later chapters cover recent advances in quantitative imaging techniques, including super-resolution and light sheet microscopy. With cutting-edge material, this comprehensive collection is intended to guide researchers for years to come.

  • Structural Health Monitoring with Piezoelectric Wafer Active Sensors

    • 2nd Edition
    • Victor Giurgiutiu
    • English
    Structural Health Monitoring with Piezoelectric Wafer Active Sensors, Second Edition provides an authoritative theoretical and experimental guide to this fast-paced, interdisciplinary area with exciting applications across a range of industries. The book begins with a detailed yet digestible consolidation of the fundamental theory relating to structural health monitoring (SHM). Coverage of fracture and failure basics, relevant piezoelectric material properties, vibration modes in different structures, and different wave types provide all the background needed to understand SHM and apply it to real-world structural challenges. Moving from theory to experimental practice, the book then provides the most comprehensive coverage available on using piezoelectric wafer active sensors (PWAS) to detect and quantify damage in structures. Updates to this edition include circular and straight-crested Lamb waves from first principle, and the interaction between PWAS and Lamb waves in 1-D and 2-D geometries. Effective shear stress is described, and tuning expressions between PWAS and Lamb waves has been extended to cover axisymmetric geometries with a complete Hankel-transform-bas... derivation. New chapters have been added including hands-on SHM case studies of PWAS stress, strain, vibration, and wave sensing applications, along with new sections covering essential aspects of vibration and wave propagation in axisymmetric geometries.

  • Probability and Information Theory, with Applications to Radar

    International Series of Monographs on Electronics and Instrumentation
    • 2nd Edition
    • P. M. Woodward
    • D. W. Fry + 1 more
    • English
    Electronics and Instrumentation, Second Edition, Volume 3: Probability and Information Theory with Applications to Radar provides information pertinent to the development on research carried out in electronics and applied physics. This book presents the established mathematical techniques that provide the code in which so much of the mathematical theory of electronics and radar is expressed. Organized into eight chapters, this edition begins with an overview of the geometry of probability distributions in which moments play a significant role. This text then examines the mathematical methods in electronics, which rest to an extraordinary degree upon the methods of time-and-frequency analysis. Other chapters consider the exponential dependence of the number of states on the number of units that immediately suggests a logarithmic measure of capacity. This book discusses as well the threshold of intelligibility that depends on the bandwidth of the transmitted signal. The final chapter deals with the simple applications of direct probabilities to radar theory. This book is a valuable resource for radar engineers.

  • Communicating Pictures

    A Course in Image and Video Coding
    • 1st Edition
    • David Bull
    • English
    Communicating Pictures starts with a unique historical perspective of the role of images in communications and then builds on this to explain the applications and requirements of a modern video coding system. It draws on the author's extensive academic and professional experience of signal processing and video coding to deliver a text that is algorithmically rigorous, yet accessible, relevant to modern standards, and practical. It offers a thorough grounding in visual perception, and demonstrates how modern image and video compression methods can be designed in order to meet the rate-quality performance levels demanded by today's applications, networks and users.With this book you will learn: Practical issues when implementing a codec, such as picture boundary extension and complexity reduction, with particular emphasis on efficient algorithms for transforms, motion estimators and error resilience Conflicts between conventional video compression, based on variable length coding and spatiotemporal prediction, and the requirements for error resilient transmission How to assess the quality of coded images and video content, both through subjective trials and by using perceptually optimised objective metrics Features, operation and performance of the state-of-the-art High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) standard

  • Lighting Problems in Highway Traffic

    Proceedings of a Symposium Held at the Wenner-Gren Center, Stockholm, Sweden, October 1962
    • 1st Edition
    • Erik Ingelstam
    • English
    Lighting Problems in Highway Traffic provides information pertinent to the problems in highway traffic. This book discusses a very complicated system of problems of greatest significance for road safety during dark hours. Organized into 11 chapters, this book begins with an overview of the information capacity of the human eye that is dependent on physiological, physical, and psychological factors. This text then examines the part played by the vision in the driving of vehicles. Other chapters consider the visual acuity, which varies greatly with the luminance of objects, with their contrasts, and with the presence of uneven luminosity conditions such as one encounters on the highways. This book discusses as well the difference between the illumination concept and the luminance concept in road and street lighting. The final chapter deals with the design of lower headlight beams. This book is a valuable resource for experts in different fields of lighting research.

  • Topics in Engineering Logic

    International Series of Monographs on Electronics and Instrumentation
    • 1st Edition
    • Morton Nadler
    • D.W. Fry + 1 more
    • English
    Topics in Engineering Logic contains the lectures given at the Indian Statistical Institute in Calcutta, India, during the Spring of 1959. The lectures focus on a variety of topics related to engineering logic, including the use of the logical matrix as an auxiliary to the construction of various types of codes. Elementary logical circuits for synchronous systems are also considered, with emphasis on "two-wire" systems based on static flip-flops and having various phase structures. Comprised of seven chapters, this volume begins with an introduction to the logical matrix, a form of representation of logical functions that permits rapid and clear solution of varied problems in logical design. The discussion then turns to elementary logical circuits for synchronous systems and their physical properties, with particular reference to contacts, diodes, and transistors as well as phase structures and diode-gated flip-flops for single-phase and two-phase applications. Subsequent chapters deal with a graphical approach based on the logical matrix as a method for reducing the canonic form to the two-level minimal form; codes and matrices; operational circuits; and the question of increasing reliability through structural redundance. The book concludes with several typical logical design problems, including a drum-indexing circuit and a series-parallel decimal multiplier. This monograph will be of interest to engineers.

  • Electronic Amplifiers for Automatic Compensators

    International Series of Monographs on Automation and Automatic Control
    • 1st Edition
    • D. Ye. Polonnikov
    • English
    Electronic Amplifiers for Automatic Compensators presents the design and operation of electronic amplifiers for use in automatic control and measuring systems. This book is composed of eight chapters that consider the problems of constructing input and output circuits of amplifiers, suppression of interference and ensuring high sensitivity. This work begins with a survey of the operating principles of electronic amplifiers in automatic compensator systems. The succeeding chapters deal with circuit selection and the calculation and determination of the principal characteristics of amplifiers, as well as the input circuits of alternating and direct current amplifiers. These topics are followed by a discussion of the input circuits of high-sensitivity current amplifiers. The last chapters explore the features and properties of voltage and power amplifiers. This book is intended primarily to specialists in the fields of automation, electronics and instrumentation.

  • Modern Control Engineering

    Pergamon Unified Engineering Series
    • 1st Edition
    • Maxwell Noton
    • English
    Modern Control Engineering focuses on the methodologies, principles, approaches, and technologies employed in modern control engineering, including dynamic programming, boundary iterations, and linear state equations. The publication fist ponders on state representation of dynamical systems and finite dimensional optimization. Discussions focus on optimal control of dynamical discrete-time systems, parameterization of dynamical control problems, conjugate direction methods, convexity and sufficiency, linear state equations, transition matrix, and stability of discrete-time linear systems. The text then tackles infinite dimensional optimization, including computations with inequality constraints, gradient method in function space, quasilinearization, computation of optimal control-direct and indirect methods, and boundary iterations. The book takes a look at dynamic programming and introductory stochastic estimation and control. Topics include deterministic multivariable observers, stochastic feedback control, stochastic linear-quadratic control problem, general calculation of optimal control by dynamic programming, and results for linear multivariable digital control systems. The publication is a dependable reference material for engineers and researchers wanting to explore modern control engineering.

  • Basic Matrix Analysis and Synthesis

    With Applications to Electronic Engineering
    • 1st Edition
    • G. Zelinger
    • D. W. Fry + 2 more
    • English
    Electronics and Instrumentation, Volume 36: Basic Matrix Analysis and Synthesis presents the application of matrix methods to practical electronics problems. This book focuses on transistor applications. Organized into three parts, this volume begins with an overview of the fundamental theory of twoports and explains the mechanisms of matrix and determinant operations with applications to the study of twoport networks, both active and passive. This text then explains the concept of impedance transformation and image matching in the different matrix domains. This book presents as well the analysis and synthesis of active networks. The final part deals with the mathematical model concepts of transistors and vacuum tubes that are freely applied to a wide range of problems with an emphasis on practical applications such as conventional amplifiers, single-, and multi-stage transistor feedback amplifiers and oscillators. This book is a valuable resource for electronics engineers as well as for students with some grounding in mathematics and network theory.

  • Radio Galaxies

    Radiation Transfer, Dynamics, Stability and Evolution of a Synchrotron Plasmon
    • 1st Edition
    • A. G. Pacholczyk
    • D. ter Haar
    • English
    Radio Galaxies: Radiation Transfer, Dynamics, Stability and Evolution of a Synchrotron Plasmon deals with the physics of a region in space containing magnetic field and thermal and relativistic particles (a plasmon). The synchrotron emission and absorption of this region are discussed, along with the properties of its spectrum; its linear and circular polarization; transfer of radiation through such a region; its dynamics and expansion; and interaction with external medium. Comprised of eight chapters, this volume explores the stability, turbulence, and acceleration of particles in a synchrotron plasmon as well as its application to the physics of radio galaxies. The discussion begins with a description of extragalactic radio sources and their properties, followed by an analysis of the emission and absorption of synchrotron radiation. Subsequent chapters focus on the transfer of polarized radiation in a magnetoactive plasma; hydromagnetics and hydromagnetic stability; confinement and structure of extended radio sources; and radio-tail galaxies. The book also considers compact radio sources before concluding with an evaluation of radio source theories. This monograph is addressed primarily to radio astronomers and graduate students working on the interpretation of observational data.

  • Numerical Simulation of Multiphase Reactors with Continuous Liquid Phase

    • 1st Edition
    • Chao Yang + 1 more
    • English
    Numerical simulation of multiphase reactors with continuous liquid phase provides current research and findings in multiphase problems, which will assist researchers and engineers to advance this field. This is an ideal reference book for readers who are interested in design and scale-up of multiphase reactors and crystallizers, and using mathematical model and numerical simulation as tools. Yang and Mao’s book focuses on modeling and numerical applications directly in the chemical, petrochemical, and hydrometallurgical industries, rather than theories of multiphase flow. The content will help you to solve reacting flow problems and/or system design/optimization problems. The fundamentals and principles of flow and mass transfer in multiphase reactors with continuous liquid phase are covered, which will aid the reader’s understanding of multiphase reaction engineering.

  • Wireless Receiver Architectures and Design

    Antennas, RF, Synthesizers, Mixed Signal, and Digital Signal Processing
    • 1st Edition
    • Tony J. Rouphael
    • English
    Wireless Receiver Architectures and Design presents the various designs and architectures of wireless receivers in the context of modern multi-mode and multi-standard devices. This one-stop reference and guide to designing low-cost low-power multi-mode, multi-standard receivers treats analog and digital signal processing simultaneously, with equal detail given to the chosen architecture and modulating waveform. It provides a complete understanding of the receiver‘s analog front end and the digital backend, and how each affects the other. The book explains the design process in great detail, starting from an analysis of requirements to the choice of architecture and finally to the design and algorithm development. The advantages and disadvantages of each wireless architecture and the suitability to a standard are given, enabling a better choice of design methodology, receiver lineup, analog block, and digital algorithm for a particular architecture. Whether you are a communications engineer working in system architecture and waveform design, an RF engineer working on noise and linearity budget and line-up analysis, a DSP engineer working on algorithm development, or an analog or digital design engineer designing circuits for wireless transceivers, this book is your one-stop reference and guide to designing low-cost low-power multi-mode multi-standard receivers. The material in this book is organized and presented to lead you from applied theory to practical design with plenty of examples and case studies drawn from modern wireless standards.

  • Rock Testing and Site Characterization

    Comprehensive Rock Engineering:: Principles, Practice and Projects
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 3
    • J.A. Hudson
    • English

  • Alternative Energy Sources Part A

    • 1st Edition
    • Jamal Manassah
    • English

  • Seals and Sealing Handbook

    • 6th Edition
    • Robert K. Flitney
    • English
    Seals and Sealing Handbook, Sixth Edition provides comprehensive coverage of sealing technology, bringing together information on all aspects of this area to enable you to make the right sealing choice. This includes detailed coverage on the seals applicable to static, rotary and reciprocating applications, the best materials to use in your sealing systems, and the legislature and regulations that may impact your sealing choices.Updated in line with current trends this updated reference provides the theory necessary for you to select the most appropriate seals for the job and with its 'Failure Guide', the factors to consider should anything go wrong. Building on the practical, stepped approach of its predecessor, Seals and Sealing Handbook, 6th Edition remains an essential reference for any engineer or designer who uses seals in their work.

  • Academic Press Library in Signal Processing

    Image and Video Compression and Multimedia
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 5
    • Sergios Theodoridis + 3 more
    • English
    This fifth volume, edited and authored by world leading experts, gives a review of the principles, methods and techniques of important and emerging research topics and technologies in image and video compression and multimedia. With this reference source you will: Quickly grasp a new area of research Understand the underlying principles of a topic and its application Ascertain how a topic relates to other areas and learn of the research issues yet to be resolved

  • The Population Dynamics of the Mucajai Yanomama

    • 1st Edition
    • John Early
    • English
    The Population Dynamics of the Mucajai Yanomama is an analysis of the Mucajai Yanomama, an Indian foraging/horticultur... group located in northern Brazil. The text is an investigation of the population dynamics of the Yanomama Indians, using methods of quantitative demography and qualitative ethnography. The timeline of text focuses from 1958 to 1987, from their first ever contact with representative of the ""outer world"". The book is divided into four major parts and comprised of a total of 10 chapters. Part One introduces the tribe of the Mucajai Yanomama and discusses their population dynamics, as well as provides an overview of postcontact period of 28 years. Part Two focuses on the demographic issues of the tribe. This part looks into variables, such as fertility, mortality, and migration, to understand factors such as cultural antecedents and age-sex structure. Part Three serves as a synthesis of the demographic variables and their relation to each other. The other issue synthesized in this part of the book is the impact of population structure to the cultural practices of the tribe. Lastly, Part Four provides the conclusion of the study and compares the results to other studies of Yanomama groups. The text is a helpful resource mostly to anthropologists and evolutionary demographers, but can also be a reference to anyone who studies population dynamics.

  • Optoelectronic Line Transmission

    An Introduction to Fibre Optics
    • 1st Edition
    • Raymond L. Tricker
    • English
    Optoelectronic Line Transmission: An Introduction to Fibre Optics provides a basic introduction as well as a background reference manual to fiber optic transmission. Topics covered range from fibers and cables to transmitters and receivers, along with waveguides, couplers, connectors, and repeaters. Optoelectronic test techniques are also described. Comprised of nine chapters, this book begins with a historical background on optoelectronic line transmission as well as a discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of optical fibers and optoelectronic signaling; practical applications of optoelectronics; and future prospects for optoelectronics. Subsequent chapters focus on the theoretical aspects of fiber optics; fibers and cables used in optical transmission; transmitters and receivers; and waveguides, couplers, connectors, and repeaters. Communication systems and the techniques used in optoelectronic testing are also considered. This monograph is intended for practicing electronic and telecommunications engineers, technicians, and students who would like to be aware of the basic fundamentals and capabilities of fiber optics.

  • Nuclear Reactor Kinetics and Control

    Pergamon International Library of Science, Technology, Engineering and Social Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • Jeffery Lewins
    • English
    Nuclear Reactor Kinetics and Control deals with the application of classical control methods in the frequency space to the dynamic processes of a nuclear reactor. The importance of the reactor as part of an integrated plant including ultimately the load, in the form of an electrical grid, is given emphasis. Ideas of probability and safety are also discussed. Comprised of nine chapters, this book begins with an introduction to the kinetics and control of a nuclear reactor, paying particular attention to Laplace and Fourier transforms, the stability of linear systems, and probability theory. The discussion then turns to neutron and precursor equations; elementary solutions of the kinetics equations at low power; and linear reactor process dynamics with feedback. Subsequent chapters focus on power reactor control systems; fluctuations and reactor noise; aspects of reliability and its consequences for safety; and stability and control of nonlinear systems. The book concludes by considering the modern electric analogue computer as well as the patching or programming rules whereby it can be made to find solutions to problems of interest by virtue of the analogous behavior of electric circuits. A number of examples of intrinsic interest in nuclear engineering are presented. This monograph is intended for undergraduates and postgraduates who are studying nuclear engineering, including engineers, physicists, and perhaps applied mathematicians.

  • Advanced Electric Circuits

    • 1st Edition
    • A. M. P. Brookes
    • P. Hammond
    • English
    Advanced Electric Circuits deals with the concepts of advanced electric circuits and covers topics ranging from the symbolic method of analysis to network theorems, bridge networks, and tuned circuits and filters. Polyphase circuits, non-sinusoidal and transient excitation, and valves and transistors as circuit elements are also discussed, along with elementary transmission-line analysis. Comprised of nine chapters, this book begins with an overview of the j method of solving circuit problems and the various ways in which the vectors can be expressed so that the most suitable form may be chosen for any particular problem. The application of the four basic algebraic processes — addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division — to vectors in the j rotation is also considered. The discussion then turns to bridge networks, tuned circuits and filters, and polyphase circuits. The remaining chapters focus on non-sinusoidal and transient excitation, valves and transistors as circuit elements, and elementary transmission lines. This monograph will be of interest to electricians, electrical engineers, and students of electrical engineering courses.

  • Theoretical Mechanics for Sixth Forms

    Pergamon International Library of Science, Technology, Engineering and Social Studies
    • 2nd Edition
    • W. A. Tomkys + 1 more
    • English
    Theoretical Mechanics for Sixth Forms, Volume 2, Second (SI) Edition focuses on the processes, principles, methodologies, and approaches involved in the theoretical mechanics for sixth forms. The publication first elaborates on the motion of a rigid body about a fixed axis, free motion of a rigid body in two dimensions, and motion with variable acceleration. Discussions focus on equations of motion deduced from the energy equation, damped harmonic oscillations, rate of working by a variable force, impulsive motion, instantaneous center of rotation, and force exerted on the axis of rotation. The text also ponders on motion of a particle in two dimensions and systems of coplanar forces. Concerns cover moment of a force as a vector, equilibrium of a rigid body under the action of a system of coplanar forces, equivalence of sets of coplanar forces, forces acting on a particle, angular momentum of a particle about an axis, and motion of a particle on a smooth curve. The book focuses on vector algebra and the motion of bodies with variable mass, including rectilinear motion of chains, addition and subtraction of vectors, and vector product. The publication is a valuable source of data for students of mathematics and researchers interested in the theoretical mechanics for sixth forms.

  • Microcomputers for Process Control

    The Pergamon Materials Engineering Practice Series
    • 1st Edition
    • R. C. Holland
    • English
    Microcomputers for Process Control describes the interfacing techniques in plant measurements and the applications of microcomputers for plant monitoring and control. This book is composed of nine chapters and begins with an overview of microprocessor applications. The next chapters deal with the basic principles of microcomputer technology and performing plant measurements using microcomputers. These topics are followed by discussions of the microcomputer system hardware, the VDU-based systems for plant monitoring, and the different modes of process control. This text also examines the software components of microcomputer system. The final chapters consider the specific applications of microcomputer to plant monitoring and control, as well as the operating details for particular microcomputers. This book is of great value to plant and process control engineers, as well as engineering students who wish to acquire a basic understanding of microprocessing technology.

  • Modern Electronic Test Equipment

    • 2nd Edition
    • Keith Brindley
    • English

  • Silicon-On-Insulator (SOI) Technology

    Manufacture and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • O. Kononchuk + 1 more
    • English
    Silicon-On-Insulator (SOI) Technology: Manufacture and Applications covers SOI transistors and circuits, manufacture, and reliability. The book also looks at applications such as memory, power devices, and photonics. The book is divided into two parts; part one covers SOI materials and manufacture, while part two covers SOI devices and applications. The book begins with chapters that introduce techniques for manufacturing SOI wafer technology, the electrical properties of advanced SOI materials, and modeling short-channel SOI semiconductor transistors. Both partially depleted and fully depleted SOI technologies are considered. Chapters 6 and 7 concern junctionless and fin-on-oxide field effect transistors. The challenges of variability and electrostatic discharge in CMOS devices are also addressed. Part two covers recent and established technologies. These include SOI transistors for radio frequency applications, SOI CMOS circuits for ultralow-power applications, and improving device performance by using 3D integration of SOI integrated circuits. Finally, chapters 13 and 14 consider SOI technology for photonic integrated circuits and for micro-electromechani... systems and nano-electromechanic... sensors. The extensive coverage provided by Silicon-On-Insulator (SOI) Technology makes the book a central resource for those working in the semiconductor industry, for circuit design engineers, and for academics. It is also important for electrical engineers in the automotive and consumer electronics sectors.

  • Liberal Studies

    An Outline Course
    • 1st Edition
    • N. C. Dexter + 1 more
    • C. V. James + 2 more
    • English
    Liberal Studies: An Outline Course, Volume One serves as a starting-point for provoking serious and informed discussion of liberal studies. This book basically compiles a series of essays or articles on selected topics of general interest, followed in most cases by a list of quotations taken from various authors. Such topics include education, use of studying Latin or Greek, and pacifism. This publication also pays attention to things of a less specific nature, but things that are interesting and important just the same and things that will be profitable if considered. Other topics include history and progress, law and justice, patriotism and rise of nationalism, science and Christianity, and truth and nature of reality. This volume is recommended for students taking liberal studies and teachers teaching the subject.

  • Power Systems and Power Plant Control 1989

    Selected Papers from the IFAC Symposium, Seoul, Korea, 22-25 August 1989
    • 1st Edition
    • U. Ahn
    • English
    The control of power systems and power plants is a subject of growing interest which continues to sustain a high level of research, development and application in many diverse yet complementary areas, such as maintaining a high quality but economical service and coping with environmental constraints. The papers included within this volume provide the most up to date developments in this field of research.

  • Microelectronics and Society

    For Better or for Worse
    • 1st Edition
    • Günter Friedrichs + 1 more
    • English
    Microelectronics and Society: For Better or for Worse: A Report to the Club of Rome focuses on the challenges, opportunities, and problems related with the development of microelectronics and its effects on society. The book first offers information on microelectronics and information technology. Discussions focus on the political consequences of technological development, national capacities for science and technology, employment, occupation, and the renaissance of society, and the relationships of microelectronics with automation, information, technology, and communications. The publication then examines the applications and influence of microelectronics on enterprise, including the impact on manufacturing processes, service enterprises, administrative and office work, infrastructure, and rates of diffusion. The manuscript elaborates on the impact of microelectronics on workers and the workplace and microelectronics and macroeconomics. Topics include parts of the service sector with increasing and decreasing employment, international trade, employment, quality of work, polarization of jobs, technological alternatives, and industrial relations implications. The text is a valuable reference for sociologists and readers interested in the influence of microelectronics on society.

  • Matrix Analysis of Electrical Machinery

    • 2nd Edition
    • N. N. Hancock
    • English
    Matrix Analysis of Electrical Machinery, Second Edition focuses on the systematic matrix analysis of the performance of electrical machinery, including circuits, current transformation, and matrix techniques. The manuscript first covers the elements of matrix algebra, application of matrix algebra to static electrical networks, and transformers. Topics include three-winding transformers, transformation of voltage and impedance for invariant power with a given current transformation, linear transformation in electrical circuit analysis, differentiation and integration of a matrix, linear transformation, matrix representation of simultaneous equations, and alternative methods of inversion. The book then ponders on matrix equations of the basic rotating machines, torque expressions, linear transformations in circuits and machines, and application of matrix techniques to routine performance calculations. Discussions focus on phasor diagrams and equivalent circuits, analysis of three-phase machines, physical interpretation of various sets of axes, equivalence of three-phase and two-phase systems, energy stored in the magnetic fields, and matrix equations of slip-ring and squirrel-cage machines. The text takes a look at miscellaneous machine problems, small oscillations, and steady-state performance of polyphase machines. The publication is a fine reference for researchers wanting to explore the matrix analysis of electrical machinery.

  • Structural Concrete

    The Commonwealth and International Library: Structures and Solid Body Mechanics Division
    • 1st Edition
    • J. D. Davies
    • B. G. Neal
    • English
    Structural Concrete examines the behavior of reinforced and prestressed concrete structures under working load and ultimate load conditions. This eight-chapter text deals first with the analysis of concrete structures as a particular branch of structural mechanics. Other chapters explore the empirical methods and the practical design and detailing procedures. Considerable chapters describe the mechanical behavior of structural concrete, with a particular emphasis on the elastic behavior. The final chapters examine the behavior of continuous beams, frames, and slabs. These chapters also look into the models for structural concrete. This book is intended primarily to undergraduate civil engineering students.

  • Towards Global Action for Appropriate Technology

    Pergamon International Library of Science, Technology, Engineering and Social Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • A.S. Bhalla
    • English
    Towards Global Action for Appropriate Technology describes an international mechanism for the promotion and implementation of appropriate technology that caters to the needs of developing countries. A number of key issues are considered, such as the role played by national and sub-regional institutions, particularly in developing countries, in the development of appropriate technologies, or the mechanisms for networking, information dissemination, and promotion of research and development. Comprised of six chapters, this volume begins with an overview of some relatively unfamiliar criteria that should be taken into account in guiding the selection of appropriate technologies, including cost and risk involved; modernity; individual or collective nature; and single or multipurpose character of technology. The links between the concepts of appropriate technology and the basic needs approach to development are then examined. Subsequent chapters focus on the existence of national capabilities in developing countries in the form of science and technology institutions; the activities of the United Nations system with respect to appropriate technology; and existing international mechanisms for appropriate technology. The book concludes by presenting a blueprint for global action for the promotion of appropriate technology, through the establishment of a new mechanism. This monograph will be of interest to economists and policymakers.

  • Solid-State Circuits

    The Commonwealth and International Library: Electrical Engineering Division
    • 1st Edition
    • G. J. Pridham
    • N. Hiller
    • English
    Solid-State Circuits focuses on the practices, principles, methodologies, and approaches involved in modern semiconductor theory and practice. The publication first takes a look at basic physical concepts, semiconductor devices, and construction and characteristics of semiconductor devices. Discussions focus on metal oxide semiconductor transistors, junction field effect transistors, bipolar transistors, voltage reference diodes, metal oxide semiconductor transistors, junction field effect transistors, and conduction of electricity. The book then elaborates on integrated circuits, rectification and power supplies, low-frequency amplifiers, and sine- and square-wave oscillators. Topics include bipolar transistor RC oscillators, field effect transistor astable multivibrators, bipolar transistor current amplifiers, smoothing circuits, integrated circuit production processes, and active circuit components. The manuscript examines equivalent circuit of field effect transistors, physical equivalent and black-box equivalent circuits of bipolar transistors, and high-frequency effects and circuits. The publication is a valuable reference for researchers interested in solid-state circuits.

  • Electrical Correcting Elements in Automatic Control and Regulation Circuits

    • 1st Edition
    • G. K. Krug + 1 more
    • English
    Electrical Correcting Elements in Automatic Control and Regulation Circuits presents the problems of matching some regulator to the device which is to be regulated. This book describes a large number of electrical correcting and stabilizing devices. Organized into two chapters, this book begins with an overview of the theory of automatic regulation. This text then discusses problems which have to do with the introduction of correcting and stabilizing devices into systems of automatic regulation and control. This book provides as well practical recommendations for the application in automatic control systems. The final chapter deals with the components and circuits of correcting devices. This book is a valuable resource for engineers who work in the field of the design and application of automatic regulating and controlling systems.

  • Performance

    Flight Testing
    • 2nd Edition
    • Daniel O. Dommasch
    • English

  • Damages on Pumps and Systems

    The Handbook for the Operation of Centrifugal Pumps
    • 1st Edition
    • Thomas Merkle
    • English
    Damage on Pumps and Systems. The Handbook for the Operation of Centrifugal Pumps offers a combination of the theoretical basics and practical experience for the operation of circulation pumps in the engineering industry. Centrifugal pumps and systems are extremely vulnerable to damage from a variety of causes, but the resulting breakdown can be prevented by ensuring that these pumps and systems are operated properly. This book provides a total overview of operating centrifugal pumps, including condition monitoring, preventive maintenance, life cycle costs, energy savings and economic aspects. Extra emphasis is given to the potential damage to these pumps and systems, and what can be done to prevent breakdown.

  • Micro- and Nanoengineering of the Cell Surface

    • 1st Edition
    • Jeffrey M Karp + 1 more
    • English
    Micro- and Nanoengineering of the Cell Surface explores the direct engineering of cell surfaces, enabling materials scientists and chemists to manipulate or augment cell functions and phenotypes. The book is accessible for readers across industry, academia, and in clinical settings in multiple disciplines, including materials science, engineering, chemistry, biology, and medicine. Written by leaders in the field, it covers numerous cell surface engineering methods along with their current and potential applications in cell therapy, tissue engineering, biosensing, and diagnosis. The interface of chemistry, materials science, and biology presents many opportunities for developing innovative tools to diagnose and treat various diseases. However, cell surface engineering using chemistry and materials science approaches is a new and diverse field. This book provides a full coverage of the subject, introducing the fundamentals of cell membrane biology before exploring the key application areas.

  • Finite Element Analysis and Design of Steel and Steel–Concrete Composite Bridges

    • 1st Edition
    • Ehab Ellobody
    • English
    In recent years, bridge engineers and researchers are increasingly turning to the finite element method for the design of Steel and Steel-Concrete Composite Bridges. However, the complexity of the method has made the transition slow. Based on twenty years of experience, Finite Element Analysis and Design of Steel and Steel-Concrete Composite Bridges provides structural engineers and researchers with detailed modeling techniques for creating robust design models. The book’s seven chapters begin with an overview of the various forms of modern steel and steel–concrete composite bridges as well as current design codes. This is followed by self-contained chapters concerning: nonlinear material behavior of the bridge components, applied loads and stability of steel and steel–concrete composite bridges, and design of steel and steel–concrete composite bridge components.

  • Friction Stir Superplasticity for Unitized Structures

    A volume in the Friction Stir Welding and Processing Book Series
    • 1st Edition
    • Zongyi Ma + 1 more
    • English
    This book describes the fundamentals and potential applications of ‘friction stir superplasticity for unitized structures’. Conventional superplastic forming of sheets is limited to the thickness of 3 mm because the fine grained starting material is produced by rolling. Friction stir superplasticity has grown rapidly in the last decade because of the effectiveness of microstructural refinement. The thickness of the material remains almost constant, and that allows for forming of thick sheets/plates, which was not possible before. The field has reached a point where designers have opportunities to expand the extent of unitized structures, which are structures in which the traditional primary part and any supporting structures are fabricated as a single unit. With advanced optimization and material considerations, this class of structures can be lighter weight and more efficient, making them less costly, as well as mechanically less complex, reducing areas of possible failure.

  • Handbook of Fire and Explosion Protection Engineering Principles

    for Oil, Gas, Chemical and Related Facilities
    • 3rd Edition
    • Dennis P. Nolan
    • English
    Written by an engineer for engineers, this book is both training manual and on-going reference, bringing together all the different facets of the complex processes that must be in place to minimize the risk to people, plant and the environment from fires, explosions, vapour releases and oil spills. Fully compliant with international regulatory requirements, relatively compact but comprehensive in its coverage, engineers, safety professionals and concerned company management will buy this book to capitalize on the author’s life-long expertise. This is the only book focusing specifically on oil and gas and related chemical facilities. This new edition includes updates on management practices, lessons learned from recent incidents, and new material on chemical processes, hazards and risk reviews (e.g. CHAZOP). Latest technology on fireproofing, fire and gas detection systems and applications is also covered. An introductory chapter on the philosophy of protection principles along with fundamental background material on the properties of the chemicals concerned and their behaviours under industrial conditions, combined with a detailed section on modern risk analysis techniques makes this book essential reading for students and professionals following Industrial Safety, Chemical Process Safety and Fire Protection Engineering courses.

  • Fluorescence Assay in Biology and Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Sidney Udenfriend
    • Bernard Horecker + 2 more
    • English
    Molecular Biology: An International Series of Monographs and Textbooks: Fluorescence Assay in Biology and Medicine, Volume II covers the many applications of fluorescence and phosphorescence. This book discusses the principles of fluorescence polarization, comparison of luminescence methods of analysis, and direct measurement of fluorescence decay times. The photodecomposition, sulfhydryl compounds, determination of primary structure, and fluorescent staining are also deliberated. This text likewise covers the assay of purines in nucleic acid hydrolyzates, formyltetrahydrofola... synthetase, and ovarian hormones. This volume is valuable to chemists, physicists, and biophysicists intending to use fluorescence in studying reaction mechanisms and elucidate the structure of complex biopolymers.

  • III-V Microelectronics

    • 1st Edition
    • J.P. Nougier
    • English
    As is well known, Silicon widely dominates the market of semiconductor devices and circuits, and in particular is well suited for Ultra Large Scale Integration processes. However, a number of III-V compound semiconductor devices and circuits have recently been built, and the contributions in this volume are devoted to those types of materials, which offer a number of interesting properties. Taking into account the great variety of problems encountered and of their mutual correlations when fabricating a circuit or even a device, most of the aspects of III-V microelectronics, from fundamental physics to modelling and technology, from materials to devices and circuits are reviewed. Containing contributions from European researchers of international repute this volume is the definitive reference source for anyone interested in the latest advances and results of current experimental research in III-V microelectronics.

  • Automatic Control in Aerospace 1994 (Aerospace Control '94)

    • 1st Edition
    • D. Schaechter + 1 more
    • English
    An important, successful area for control systems development is that of state-of-the-art aeronautical and space related technologies. Leading researchers and practitioners within this field have been given the opportunity to exchange ideas and discuss results at the IFAC symposia on automatic control in aerospace. The key research papers presented at the latest in the series have been put together in this publication to provide a detailed assessment of present and future developments of these control system technologies.

  • A Reference Book of English Words and Phrases for Foreign Science Students

    Pergamon International Library of Science, Technology, Engineering and Social Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • R. F. Price
    • English
    A Reference Book of English Words and Phrases for Foreign Science Students is a reference book of English words and phrases for foreign students, to be used as an aid when reading books on science, making notes, or when describing experiments. It is intended to teach the non-technical English words and phrases which are necessary to describe and explain things and events scientifically. Instructions on how to use the book are included. Comprised of eight chapters, this book begins by introducing the reader to qualities of things (shape, composition, texture, color, taste and smell). Subsequent chapters focus on relations (quantitative relations and size, spatial relations and order, temporal relations, whole and part); actions (change, motion, techniques and use of apparatus); facts, concepts, and problems in science; the scientific method; causation and classification; and the particular, the general, and comparisons. This monograph is intended for foreign students who wish to write clear, concise English and to understand more clearly the methods used by scientists in solving problems.

  • New Trends in Design of Control Systems 1994

    • 1st Edition
    • J. Mikles + 1 more
    • English
    Computer control systems are developing rapidly, therefore an insight of the latest trends in the design of control systems will increase the success of future developments. This publication brings together the latest key papers on research and development trends in this field, allowing both academics and industrial practioners to find new insights and gain from each other's experience.

  • 24 Worked Engineering Drawing Examples

    Volume 1
    • 1st Edition
    • A. J. Jones + 1 more
    • English
    Twenty-Four Worked Engineering Drawing Examples, Volume One presents 24 drawing examples that the author has compiled and given to part-time students of Engineering Drawing. Each drawing embodies a problem to be solved, which is accompanied by a solution. Every solution is carefully presented to assist engineering students in understanding and learning how to solve mathematical and theoretical problems commonly faced by engineers. This compilation will be invaluable to teachers and students of Engineering Drawing and related courses.

  • Advances in Control Education 1994

    • 1st Edition
    • A. Ichikawa + 1 more
    • English
    The implementation of effective control systems can help to achieve a wide range of benefits, not least in terms of real cost-savings. Education plays a vital role in ensuring continued success and its importance is well recognized by IFAC with a specifically designated technical committee in this area. This invaluable publication brings together the results of international research and experience in the latest control education techniques, as presented at the most recent symposium. Information on course curricula is presented, as well as teachware, including software and laboratory experimental appparatus.

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