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Precision Measurement in the Metal Working Industry: Revised Edition

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Report copyright infringementby International Business Machines Corporat (Author)Originally published in the early 1940s, this revised edition has been updated to reflect modern practices, instruments, and technologies. Retaining all essential content from earlier editions, it introduces new material and illustrations that reflect the rapid advancements in the field. Developed with contributions from IBM engineers, instrument manufacturers, standards organizations, and experienced instructors...

The Internet of Things, Revised and Updated Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Samuel Greengard (Author)A guided tour of the rapidly evolving networked world of connected devices, objects, and people that is changing the way we live and work. Since the publication of the original edition of this volume in the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, the Internet of Things (IoT) has evolved from a novelty (look! my phone connects to my lamp!) to a mainstream technology framework that we rely on every day to accomplish many tasks. This revised...

Paintings of Five Centuries, Mainly by European Artists

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Report copyright infringementby Anderson Ga American Art Association (Created by)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, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, tha...

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Report copyright infringementby Asher Benjamin (Author)"The Architect, Or, Practical House Carpenter," by Asher Benjamin, is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practice of architecture as it was understood in the early 19th century. Subtitled "Illustrated By Sixty-four Engravings, Which Exhibit The Orders Of Architecture, And Other Elements Of The Art: Designed For The Use Of Carpenters And Builders," the book provides detailed instruction and visual examples for constructing buildin...

Cities Under Siege: The New Military Urbanism

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Report copyright infringementby Stephen Graham (Author)Cities are the new battleground of our increasingly urban world. From the slums of the global South to the wealthy financial centers of the West, Cities Under Siege traces the spread of political violence through the sites, spaces, infrastructure and symbols of the world's rapidly expanding metropolitan areas. Drawing on a wealth of original research, Stephen Graham shows how Western militaries and security forces now perceive all urban t...

The Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Commerford Martin (Author)Explore the groundbreaking work of one of history's most brilliant minds with "The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla: With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting." Compiled by Thomas Commerford Martin, this meticulously prepared volume offers a comprehensive look into the electrical engineering innovations of Nikola Tesla. Delve into Tesla's revolutionary research on alt...

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Report copyright infringementby Reggie K. Smith (Author)BAKER'S LIST of "Colored" Inventors highlights and puts within your grasp more than 400 African American inventions. This book presents a rare and invaluable list of African American inventions that shaped industries, revolutionized everyday life, and established a foundation for subsequent generations of thinkers and creators-curated from the historical records of Henry E. Baker, Assistant Patent Examiner at the U.S. Patent Office. Thro...

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Marsh (Author)the world of the Australian drover is almost forgotten. In this book we hear of the men (and women) who travelled vast distances along Australia's stock routes. Bill 'Swampy' Marsh travelled around Australia gathering their stories. Before utes, planes and helicopters, mustering and droving were done by a group of men who, on horseback, would move thousands of head of cattle and sheep vast distances in the search for better grazing. It was an...

Giving Up The Ghost: My 13-Year Journey with Ghosts, Gear, and Getting Out

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Report copyright infringementby Michael J. Baker (Author)For more than a decade, Michael Baker stepped into the quiet margins of the paranormal-attics thick with dust, locked wards gone to ruin, silent farmhouses where someone swore the air moved on its own. He arrived with an engineer's eye and a camera's patience, chasing the thin line between the extraordinary and the explainable. Along the way he built his own instruments, tested the popular gadgets, and walked alongside families convince...

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Report copyright infringementby William A. Buckbee (Author)William A. Buckbee's granddaughter, Lois Flint Becker, is the only living relative who knew him. With the encouragement and help of others, she decided to publish the manuscript of his professional life. His memoir is the life of an intelligent, dedicated, and hard working individual, who lived in a by-gone era. It is not the story of only one man, but also a history of the development of the steam locomotive.* * * * * * * * * * *Half...

Mission, with a New Preface: An American Congressman's Voyage to Space

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Nelson (Author)14th NASA administrator and US Senator Bill Nelson's account of an unforgettable Space Shuttle missionIn January 1986, US congressman and future NASA leader Bill Nelson flew on the six-day mission of the Space Shuttle Columbia. Nelson conducted medical experiments, including cancer research and the first American stress test in space. Mission is Nelson's account of this journey, originally published two years after the flight and now availab...

The Man Who Dammed Hetch Hetchy: San Francisco's Fight for a Yosemite Water Supply Volume 8

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Report copyright infringementby Donald C. Jackson (Author)The damming of Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park is widely seen as a watershed event in American environmental history. Passionately opposed by naturalist John Muir and his ardent supporters, the massive undertaking succeeded largely through the efforts of John R. Freeman, one of the most important, influential, and politically adroit engineers of the Progressive Era. In The Man Who Dammed Hetch Hetchy, Donald C. Jackson fo...

Confessions of a CEO: Season One: Grand Rising

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Report copyright infringementby Marianna Helena Wesolowski (Author)Amidst the chaos of balancing college and a social life, 22 year old Marianna Wesolowski decides to take her dream to the next level. A phone call with Rick, a valued business man leads her down to the unexpected road of starting a company, and bringing her dream to life. Join Marianna on her journey of the company's grand rising - a path filled with steep slopes, and sharp turns. Number of Pages: 96 ...

The Ohio River: Charts, Drawings, and Description of Features Affecting Navigation, War Department Rules and Regulations for the River

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Report copyright infringementby United States Army Corps of Engineers (Created by)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, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, ...

Rivers in the Desert: William Mulholland and the Inventing of Los Angeles

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Report copyright infringementby Margaret Leslie Davis (Author)The rise and fall of William Mulholland, and the story of L.A.'s disastrous dam collapse: "A dramatic saga of ambition, politics, money and betrayal" (Los Angeles Daily News). Rivers in the Desert follows the remarkable career of William Mulholland, the visionary who engineered the rise of Los Angeles as the greatest American city west of the Mississippi. He sought to transform the sparse and barren desert into an inhabitable envir...

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Report copyright infringementby Louis A. Shore (Author)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, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important e...

Audiophile Vacuum Tube Amplifiers - Design, Construction, Testing, Repairing & Upgrading, Volume 1

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Report copyright infringementby Igor S. Popovich (Author)The most complete and practical modern reference on audiophile vacuum tube technology! Destined to become a true classic in its field, this unique DIY design & construction manual presents the theory and practice of amplifier design & construction in a balanced way. For those who dislike formulas and want proven, practical, ready-to-build designs, dozens of such commercial, tried & tested circuits are explained and analyzed...

Audiophile Vacuum Tube Amplifiers Volume 3

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Report copyright infringementby Igor S. Popovich (Author)Volume 3 of the most complete and practical modern reference on audiophile vacuum tube technology If you liked the practical side of Volumes 1 and 2, Volume 3 will delight you. No theory, just dozens of practical designs, proven circuits and useful test & measurement methods. Various directly-heated triodes are explored and used in line stages and power amplifiers, a true heaven for DHT lovers. Dozens of DIY and commercial amps and...

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Report copyright infringementby Victoria and Albert Museum Dept of (Created by), Leigh Ashton (Created by)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, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars be...

Watts Pocket Handbook: The Essential Guide to Property and Construction

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Report copyright infringementby Trevor Rushton (Editor)This milestone 30th edition of the Watts Pocket Handbook has had a thorough overhaul and renews its commitment to share industry knowledge by providing technical and legal information across a comprehensive spread of property and construction topics.The Handbook provides specialist information and guidance on a vast selection of related subjects including: Environmental and sustainability issues; Contracts and procurement; Design and con...

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Report copyright infringementby Cadfolks (Author)Learn AutoCAD 2026 fundamentals with this practical guide for students, hobbyists, and professionals new to CAD software.Why AutoCAD 2026AutoCAD remains the industry standard across architecture, engineering, and manufacturing. This manual transforms beginners into confident users through project-based learning that mirrors workplace applications.Skills You'll MasterFoundation: Navigate the interface, create geometric shapes, and complete tech...

La Evolución de Los Trajes Espaciales - Paperback

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by Danica Kassebaum (Author)Design a flexible protective layer for a space suit. Space suits have come a long way. The look and function of space suits has evolved over time, but their purpose has always been the same--to keep astronauts safe. From the first suits worn during the Mercury missions, to the latest suits being tested by NASA, there have been great improvements. Learn all about the science behind space suits and how they have changed over time. Created in collaboration with the Sm...

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Report copyright infringementby Stephanie Torta (Author), Jonathan Torta (Author)This overview of 3D printing technology in industry, education, and the exploding area of Do-It-Yourself contains a detailed look at the common 3D printers, materials, and software. Full-color images guide you on setting up your own printer and performing calibration tasks, including descriptions of printing methods, best practices, pitfalls to avoid, and how to finish a completed project. Companion files are inc...

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Report copyright infringementby L. Makkonen (Editor)This book focuses on two areas of ice technology: the use of ice as a construction material and the problems caused by ice to constructions. Number of Pages: 112 Dimensions: 0.7 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN Publication Date: October 23, 2019

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Stacey (Author)Technological development of materials has left a designer spoilt for choice. Component Design helps you to cope with this amount of choice by viewing it as an opportunity for innovative and unique design.This comprehensive guide explores the history of technological development, describes manufacturing processes, discusses materials and outlines specific design constraints. It stimulates understanding of the topic and encourages discussi...

Quality Assurance of Welded Construction

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Report copyright infringementby N. Burgess (Editor)Since the first edition of this book was published, most developments in welding construction have been within the quality assurance element of the process rather than in welding technology itself.Author BiographyN.T. Burgess is Managing Director of Quality Management International Ltd. Number of Pages: 232 Dimensions: 0.49 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 30, 2020

Green Building: An Engineering Approach to Sustainable Construction

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Report copyright infringementby Christian M. Carrico (Author)**2026 Textbook and Academic Authors Association (TAA) Most Promising New Textbook Award Winner** Green Building: An Engineering Approach to Sustainable Construction fills a void in green building which has good textbook options for practitioners, architects, and sustainability experts, but not an engineering focused textbook focused on green building. This new text takes an engineering approach to evaluating green building techniqu...

Essay On the Theory and History of Cohesive Construction: Applied Especially to the Timbrel Vault

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Report copyright infringementby Rafael Guastavino (Author)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, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is import...

Means of Control: How the Hidden Alliance of Tech and Government Is Creating a New American Surveillance State

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Report copyright infringementby Byron Tau (Author)You are being surveilled right now. This "startling exposé" (The Economist) by a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist reveals how the U.S. government allied with data brokers, tech companies, and advertisers to monitor us through the phones we carry and the devices in our home. "A revealing . . . startling . . . timely . . . fascinating, sometimes terrifying examination of the decline of privacy in the digital age."--Kirkus Reviews SHORTLISTED FO...

The Art of Natural Cheesemaking: Using Traditional, Non-Industrial Methods and Raw Ingredients to Make the World's Best Cheeses

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Report copyright infringementby David Asher (Author), Sandor Ellix Katz (Foreword by)The DIY bible for home cheese makers from expert David Asher from the Black Sheep School of Cheesemaking, author of Milk into CheeseIncludes more than 35 step-by-step recipes, from kefir and paneer to washed-rind and alpine styles David Asher practices and preaches a traditional but countercultural way of making cheese--one that is natural and intuitive, grounded in ecological principles and biological scienc...

The Question Concerning Technology: And Other Essays

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Report copyright infringementby Martin Heidegger (Author)As relevant now as ever before, this accessible collection is an essential landmark in the philosophy of science from "one of the most profound thinkers of the twentieth century" (New York Times).The advent of machine technology has given rise to some of the deepest problems of modern thought. Featuring the celebrated essay "The Question Concerning Technology," this prescient volume contains Martin Heidegger's groundbreaking investigati...

Mahan on Naval Strategy: Selections from the Writings of Rear Admiral Alfred Thayer Mahan

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Report copyright infringementby Alfred Thayer Mahan (Author), John B. Hattendorf (Introduction by)Mahan on Naval Strategy, available in paperback for the first time, provides a selection of key writings from one of the greatest naval theorists of all time. An original contributor to the study of strategic thinking, Alfred Thayer Mahan presented concepts and theories in The Influence of Seapower and his other writings that provide guidance in developing strategies to deal with the maritime cha...