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Report copyright infringementby David Yeomans (Author)Structural engineering is central to the design of a building. How the building behaves when subjected to various forces - the weight of the materials used to build it, the weight of the occupants or the traffic it carries, the force of the wind etc - is fundamental to its stability. The alliance between architecture and structural engineering is therefore critical to the successful design and completion of the buildings and infrastructure...

Cost Management of Construction Projects

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Report copyright infringementby Donald Towey (Author)The cost manager/quantity surveyor plays a pivotal role in the financial and contract management of construction projects, although the exact nature of the service they provide depends on the project employer's terms of engagement. This can mean acting as consultant in a range of roles including cost and advisory services for budget setting to initiate a project, cost management through the design and construction phases, contract administr...

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Report copyright infringementby S. P. Venkateshan (Author)The first edition of this book was co-published by Ane Books India, and CRC Press in 2008. This second edition is an enlarged version of the web course developed by the author at IIT Madras, and also a modified and augmented version of the earlier book. Major additions/modifications presented are in the treatment of errors in measurement, temperature measurement, measurement of thermo-physical properties, and data manipulation. Many ne...

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Report copyright infringementby Fran Hawthorne (Author)The forces that shape America's most powerful consumer agency Because of the importance of what it regulates, the FDA comes under tremendous political, industry, and consumer pressure. But the pressure goes far beyond the ordinary lobbying of Washington trade groups. Its mandate-one quarter of the national economy-brings the FDA into the middle of some of the most important and contentious issues of modern society. From "designer" babies ...

Multimedia Networks: Protocols, Design and Applications

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Report copyright infringementby Hans W. Barz (Author), Gregory A. Bassett (Author)The transportation of multimedia over the network requires timely and errorless transmission much more strictly than other data. This had led to special protocols and to special treatment in multimedia applications (telephony, IP-TV, streaming) to overcome network issues. This book begins with an overview of the vast market combined with the user's expectations. The base mechanisms of the audio/video coding (H.2...

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Report copyright infringementby Surinder Singh Virdi (Author), Robert Waters (Contribution by)Construction Science & Materials is designed to cover topics studied at levels 2 - 5 on Construction HND courses and is also suitable for first year undergraduates on construction courses as well as Building surveying, Architectural Technology and Quantity Surveying. It is an essential text for those who have done no science since their GCSEs.Divided into 17 chapters, each with written explanatio...

The Injurious Effect Of A Blue Heat On Steel And Iron (1887)

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Report copyright infringementby C. E. Stromeyer (Author)The Injurious Effect Of A Blue Heat On Steel And Iron is a book written by C. E. Stromeyer in 1887. The book is a detailed study of the effects of heat on steel and iron, particularly the effects of blue heat. The author explores the various factors that contribute to the deterioration of steel and iron when exposed to high temperatures and blue heat. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect o...

Error and Uncertainty in Scientific Practice

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Report copyright infringementby Marcel Boumans (Editor), Giora (Editor), Arthur C. Petersen (Editor)Assessment of error and uncertainty is a vital component of both natural and social science. This edited volume presents case studies of research practices across a wide spectrum of scientific fields. It compares methodologies and presents the ingredients needed for an overarching framework applicable to all.Author BiographyMarcel Boumans is Associate Professor of History and Philosophy of Econ...

Food Wars: The Global Battle for Mouths, Minds and Markets

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Report copyright infringementby Tim Lang (Author)In the years since publication of the first edition of Food Wars much has happened in the world of food policy. This new edition brings these developments fully up to date within the original analytical framework of competing paradigms or worldviews shaping the direction and decision-making within food politics and policy. The key theme of the importance of integrating human and environmental health has become even more pressing. In the first e...

Building Cost Planning for the Design Team

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Report copyright infringementby Jim Smith (Author), D. M. Jaggar (Author), Peter Love (Author)Cost management of all building projects has become increasingly important as clients in the public and private sector demand the highest quality cost planning services with accurate budgeting and cost control. All members of the design team must integrate their activities to ensure that a high quality project is delivered on time and within budget.This book considers building cost planning and cost ...

A New Model Society: The Brazilian Landless Movement

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Report copyright infringementby Reece Garcia (Author)Globalised neoliberal capitalism continues to entrench inequality, environmental degradation, and social division. The Movimento dos Trabalhadores Rurais Sem Terra (MST), or Brazilian Landless Rural Workers Movement, offer us a route beyond any theoretical impasse or reluctant acquiescence to the enduring social and economic status quo. Through time spent working and being among the MST many of their defining features and practices are mapp...

Information Communication Technology and Social Transformation: A Social and Historical Perspective

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Report copyright infringementby Hugh F. Cline (Author)This book argues that information communication technologies are not creating new forms of social structure, but rather altering long-standing institutions and amplifying existing trends of social change that have their origins in ancient times. Using a comparative historical perspective, it analyzes the applications of information communication technologies in relation to changes in norms and values, education institutions, the socializat...

Eco-Friendly Wood Composites: Design, Characterization and Applications

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Report copyright infringementby Pavlo Bekhta (Guest Editor), Petar Antov (Guest Editor), Yonghui Zhou (Guest Editor)Traditional wood composites are produced with synthetic, formaldehyde-based adhesives, commonly made from fossil-derived constituents, such as urea, phenol, melamine, etc. Along with their undisputable advantages, these adhesives are characterized by certain problems, connected with the emission of hazardous volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including free formaldehyde emission...

Steam-Boiler Explosions: In Theory and Practice

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Henry Thurston (Author)This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation ...

Site Planning and Design Handbook 2e (Pb)

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Russ (Author)Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Essential site planning and design strategies, up-to-date with the latest sustainable development techniquesDiscover how to incorporate sound environmental considerations into traditional site design processes. Written by a licensed landscape architect with...

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Report copyright infringementby F. Alexander Magoun (Author)The Frigate Constitution And Other Historic Ships is a book written by F. Alexander Magoun, which provides an insightful account of the history of some of the most famous ships in the world. The book primarily focuses on the Frigate Constitution, which is one of the oldest ships still in existence, and has been a symbol of American naval power for over 200 years.The author takes the reader on a journey through the history of the Frig...

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Report copyright infringementby C. B. Glasscock (Author)""Then Came Oil: The Story of the Last Frontier"" by C.B. Glasscock is a captivating historical account of Alaska's oil industry. The book takes readers on a journey through the early days of Alaska's exploration and the discovery of oil in the state, to the modern-day industry that has transformed Alaska's economy. Glasscock delves into the lives of the pioneers who played a significant role in the development of the oil industry in Ala...

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Report copyright infringementby Alice Langley Hsieh (Author)Communist China's Strategy In The Nuclear Era is a book written by Alice Langley Hsieh that provides a comprehensive analysis of China's nuclear strategy during the Cold War. The book covers the period from the 1950s to the 1980s, examining China's nuclear development, its strategic thinking, and its relationship with the United States and the Soviet Union. Hsieh explores how China's nuclear strategy was influenced by its political i...

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Report copyright infringementby Harris Perley Gould (Author)Peach Growing is a comprehensive guide to growing peaches written by Harris Perley Gould and originally published in 1918. The book covers all aspects of peach cultivation, including selecting and preparing the soil, planting and caring for the trees, preventing and treating diseases and pests, and harvesting and marketing the fruit. The author draws on his years of experience as a peach grower and nurseryman to provide practical adv...

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Report copyright infringementby Friedrich Von Merkatz (Author)""New Methods of Machine-Gun Fire"" is a book written by Friedrich Von Merkatz in 1916. The book is a comprehensive guide to the latest techniques and methods of machine-gun fire during World War I. It covers topics such as the use of machine guns in trench warfare, the importance of accurate aim, and the best methods for firing both from a stationary position and while on the move. The book also discusses the different types of am...

Grinding And Lapping: Tools, Processes, And Fixtures (1907)

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Report copyright infringementby Joseph Vincent Woodworth (Author)Grinding and Lapping: Tools, Processes, and Fixtures is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and equipment used in the grinding and lapping of metal surfaces. Written by Joseph Vincent Woodworth and first published in 1907, this book covers everything from the basic principles of grinding and lapping to the design and construction of the tools and fixtures used in these processes. The book is divided into several sections, ea...

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Report copyright infringementby J. I. Rodale (Author), Albert Howard (Introduction by)Pay Dirt: Farming And Gardening With Composts is a comprehensive guide to using compost as a sustainable and effective method for growing healthy plants and crops. Written by J.I. Rodale, founder of the Rodale Institute, this book covers everything from the basics of composting to advanced techniques for optimizing compost quality and using it to improve soil fertility. The book is organized into three main ...

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Report copyright infringementby Marie Elisabeth Cave (Author)Drawing From Memory: The Cave Method For Learning To Draw From Memory (1869) is a book written by Marie Elisabeth Cave. The book focuses on teaching readers how to draw from memory using a specific method developed by the author. The book provides detailed instructions on how to use this method, including step-by-step guidance on how to create images in the mind and transfer them onto paper.The book is divided into several sections,...

Automobile Pattern Drafting: A Concise Course Of Instruction (1922)

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Report copyright infringementby Frank Xavier Morio (Author)Automobile Pattern Drafting: A Concise Course Of Instruction is a book written by Frank Xavier Morio and published in 1922. This book is a comprehensive guide to pattern drafting for automobile manufacturing. It covers a wide range of topics related to automobile pattern drafting, including the basics of pattern drafting, the different types of patterns used in automobile manufacturing, and the tools and techniques used in pattern dra...

Manganese-Steel: Manganese In Its Application To Metallurgy, Some Newly-Discovered Properties Of Iron And Manganese (1888)

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Abbott Hadfield (Author), James Forrest (Editor)Manganese-Steel: Manganese In Its Application To Metallurgy, Some Newly-Discovered Properties Of Iron And Manganese is a book written by Robert Abbott Hadfield in 1888. The book focuses on the application of manganese in metallurgy and the newly-discovered properties of iron and manganese. Hadfield explores the properties of manganese steel and its use in the manufacturing of various products, including rai...

Life Beneath The Waters: Or The Aquarium In America (1858)

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Report copyright infringementby Arthur Mead Edwards (Author)""Life Beneath The Waters: Or The Aquarium In America"" is a book written by Arthur Mead Edwards and published in 1858. The book provides a comprehensive description of the aquarium in America during that time period. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of aquariums, the different types of fish and aquatic animals that can be found in aquariums, and the various methods used to keep them healthy and thriving. The b...

Prodromus Of The Paleontology Of Victoria, Or Figures And Descriptions Of Victorian Organic Remains: Decades One To Six (1874)

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Report copyright infringementby Frederick McCoy (Author)The book ""Prodromus Of The Paleontology Of Victoria, Or Figures And Descriptions Of Victorian Organic Remains: Decades One To Six (1874)"" by Frederick McCoy is a comprehensive guide to the fossils and organic remains found in Victoria, Australia during the late 1800s. The book is divided into six decades, with each decade containing detailed illustrations and descriptions of the various fossils found in the region. The author, Frederic...

Mechanical Integrators: Including The Various Forms Of Planimeters (1886)

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Report copyright infringementby Henry Selby Hele Shaw (Author)Mechanical Integrators: Including The Various Forms Of Planimeters is a book written by Henry Selby Hele Shaw and published in 1886. The book covers the topic of mechanical integrators and planimeters, which are devices used for measuring areas and volumes. The author provides a detailed explanation of the principles behind these devices and their various forms. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams to aid in understand...

The South Staffordshire Coalfield (1859)

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Report copyright infringementby Joseph Beete Jukes (Author)The South Staffordshire Coalfield is a historical book written by Joseph Beete Jukes in 1859. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the coal mining industry in the South Staffordshire region during the mid-19th century. Jukes covers a wide range of topics related to the coalfield, including geology, mining techniques, and the social and economic impact of the industry on the local community. The book is divided into several ch...

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Report copyright infringementby Cliff A. White (Author)The Steam User: A Book Of Instruction For Engineers And Steam Users (1890) is a comprehensive guide written by Cliff A. White. The book is aimed at engineers and steam users and provides detailed instructions on how to use steam engines and boilers. It covers topics such as the principles of steam, the construction and operation of boilers, the management of engines, and the maintenance of steam systems. The book also includes practical a...

Paleontology Of The Cretaceous Formations Of Texas: The Invertebrate Paleontology Of The Trinity Division (1893)

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Thomas Hill (Author)Paleontology of the Cretaceous Formations of Texas: The Invertebrate Paleontology of the Trinity Division (1893) is a scientific book written by Robert Thomas Hill. The book is focused on the study of invertebrate fossils found in the Trinity Division of the Cretaceous formations in Texas. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the different species of invertebrates found in the area, including mollusks, echinoderms, and cora...

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Report copyright infringementby Harvey Riley (Author)""The Mule: A Treatise On The Breeding Training And Uses To Which He May Be Put"" by Harvey Riley is a comprehensive guide to understanding and working with mules. The book covers everything from the history and anatomy of mules to their breeding and training, as well as the many uses for these versatile animals. The author draws on his extensive experience with mules to provide practical advice on selecting, caring for, and training these ...