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Project Management for Research and Development: Guiding Innovation for Positive R&D Outcomes

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Report copyright infringementby Lory Mitchell Wingate (Author)Research and development (R&D) activities do not fit the traditional project model. They may seem difficult to manage because of their inherent ambiguity, the need for creative exploration, and often the lack of having defined milestones and outcomes. However, project management methods, along with systems engineering as a complementary discipline, provide the ability to categorize R&D activities, bound them, and then asses...

Managerial Guide for Handling Cyber-Terrorism and Information Warfare

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Report copyright infringementby Janczewski (Author)Presents IT managers with what cyber-terrorism and information warfare is and how to handle the problems associated with them. This book explains the roots of terrorism and how terrorism has planted the seeds of cyber-terrorism. The most probable forms of cyber-terrorism and information warfare attacks are also presented. Number of Pages: 250 Dimensions: 0.74 x 10.38 x 7.36 IN Illustrated: Yes ...

Hospital Reimbursement: Concepts and Principles

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Report copyright infringementby Kyle Herbert (Author)Due to the countless variables that affect revenue and cost, the hospital reimbursement process is by far the most complex of any industry. Requiring only a basic financial background and a working knowledge of accounting, Hospital Reimbursement: Concepts and Principles supplies a clear understanding of the concepts and principles that drive the revenue cycle within a hospital setting.The book explains the technical aspects of reimbursement...

Astronauts for Hire: The Emergence of a Commercial Astronaut Corps

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Report copyright infringementby Erik Seedhouse (Author)'Astronauts For Hire' is a comprehensive and authoritative study of the increasing need for commercial astronauts. Erik Seedhouse provides unique insights into the burgeoning new field of commercial space operation and the individuals who will run these missions. Section I begins by describing how Astronauts for Hire (A4H) was created in 2010 by Brian Shiro, a highly qualified NASA astronaut candidate, and a group of other astronaut candi...

Agricultural Trade Liberalization in a New Trade Round: Perspectives of Developing Countries and Transition Economies

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Report copyright infringementby Merlinda Ingco (Editor), L. Alan Winters (Editor)The World Bank organized a conference in 1999 to analyze issues and options prior to the December 1999 World Trade Organization (WTO) meeting. Papers included in this book were commissioned for this conference to highlight the main trade issues of importance to different regions of the world. The papers include perspectives from Africa, East Asia, South Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, Central and Eastern E...

Empires of the Sky: Zeppelins, Airplanes, and Two Men's Epic Duel to Rule the World - Paperback

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by Alexander Rose (Author)The Golden Age of Aviation is brought to life in this story of the giant Zeppelin airships that once roamed the sky--a story that ended with the fiery destruction of the Hindenburg. "Genius . . . a definitive tale of an incredible time when mere mortals learned to fly."--Keith O'Brien, The New York Times At the dawn of the twentieth century, when human flight was still considered an impossibility, Germany's Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin vied with the Wright Brothers ...

Multicriteria Optimization and Engineering

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Report copyright infringementby R. B. Statnikov (Author), J. B. Matusov (Author)method enables readers to: *efficiently design higher-quality, lower cost objects with less metal requirements, vibration and noise, and with lower dynamic loads and energy consumption *determine optimal solutions, regardless of the number of criteria involved, and to identify relationships among different criteria and between criteria and design variables *accurately account for discrepancies between theoretical ...

Grid Systems in Graphic Design: A Visual Communication Manual for Graphic Designers, Typographers and Three Dimensional Designers - Hardcover

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by Josef Müller-Brockmann (Author)A grid system is a rigid framework that is supposed to help graphic designers in the meaningful, logical and consistent organization of information on a page. It is an established tool that is used by print and web designers to create well-structured, balanced designs. Rudimentary versions of grid systems existed since the medieval times, but a group of Swiss graphic designers, mostly inspired in ideas from typographical literature started building a more rig...

Leonardo Da Vinci, Pathfinder of Science

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Report copyright infringementby Henry S. Gillette (Author)Explore the brilliant mind of a true Renaissance man in "Leonardo da Vinci, Pathfinder of Science" by Henry Sampson Gillette. This meticulously researched work delves into the scientific and engineering achievements of Leonardo da Vinci, showcasing his profound impact on Italian history and the broader world. More than just an artist, Leonardo was a visionary inventor and a keen observer of the natural world. Journey through his ground...

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Report copyright infringementby Samuel Jr. Smiles (Author)Lives of the Engineers - Vermuyden - Myddelton - Perry - James Brindley By Samuel Smiles Originally published in 1904. A detailed history of the life and work of four famous early engineers. Contents Include: - Introductory - Sir Cornelius Vermuyden, Drainage of the Fens - Sir Hugh Myddelton, Cutting of the New River - Sir Hugh Myddelton, His Other Engineering and Mining Works, His Death - Captain Perry, Stoppage of Dagenham Breach - T...

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Report copyright infringementby Weng Cho Chew (Author)Lectures on Electromagnetic Field Theory: A Comprehensive Overview is for entry-level graduate students in electrical and computer engineering who want to have a comprehensive understanding of electromagnetic theory and its practical applications. This textbook covers topics from classical to quantum electromagnetics, as well as topics over a wide-frequency range, which can be applied from statics to extreme ultraviolet. The emphasis is on...

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Report copyright infringementby Ellis Martel (Author)Sergeant Smith didn't want to be in the army. He was called up for WW2 and assigned to the Signals due to his experience with telephones at the Post Office. These are his personal recollections of the war. He was rebellious and lived for the day, scheming up ways to get extra beer money. He spent as much of the war as possible drinking and dancing. When he reached his 80s, his daughter sat him down, recorded his stories and transcribed them...

Wild Idea: Buffalo and Family in a Difficult Land

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Report copyright infringementby Dan O'Brien (Author)For more than forty years the prairies of South Dakota have been Dan O'Brien's home. Working as a writer and an endangered species biologist, he became convinced that returning free-roaming buffalo to the grasslands would return natural balance to the region and reestablish the undulating prairie lost through poor land management and overzealous farming. In 1998 he bought his first buffalo and began the task of converting a cattle ranch into...

Behind the Legend: The Many Worlds of Charles Todd

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Report copyright infringementby Denis Cryle (Author)'Telegraph' Todd became a legend in his own lifetime for introducing Australian colonists to a new information age, but only recently has the full extent of his many and varied achievements come to light. Now for the first time the whole story of Todd's remarkable life and legacy is recounted. In a world of technological change and scientific innovation, his dynamic example remains as potent as ever. Number of Pages: 328 ...

The Blue Box: Ed Link and the Birth of Modern Aviation

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Report copyright infringementby Guru Madhavan (Author)After the Wright brothers helped America "find her wings," the early days of aviation were fraught with disaster. That is, until 1929, when Ed Link invented the flight simulator, which allowed pilots to train on the ground. Dubbed the "blue box," the Link Trainer forged over half a million Allied Force pilots and revolutionized aviation. Link's later work?from the Apollo missions to deep-sea submersibles?reengineered twentieth century Amer...

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Report copyright infringementby The Wine Trade Club (Author)The Art of Distillation is a comprehensive guide to the ancient practice of distilling, written by The Wine Trade Club and first published in 1912. The book covers the history of distillation, the science behind the process, and practical advice for distillers. It includes detailed descriptions of the equipment and materials needed for distillation, as well as techniques for producing a wide range of spirits, including brandy, gin, a...

Hyderabad Days: The Code We Lived by Before We Coded

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Report copyright infringementby Ravi Vedula (Author)A nostalgic, big-hearted memoir of a Hyderabad colony in the 80s-90s--and the unwritten code of community that became a foundation for a life of software engineering and leadership. Hyderabad Days is a tender, humorous, and deeply nostalgic memoir of childhood in 1980s-90s middle-class India, told through the eyes of a boy growing up in a Panjagutta colony. With vivid storytelling and a cast of unforgettable characters -- from cricketing leg...

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Report copyright infringementby Ambroise 1867-1939 Vollard (Author), Harold Livingston 1895- Tr Van Doren (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...

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In Memory of Wassily Kandinsky: the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Presents a Survey of the Artist's Paintings and Writings

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Report copyright infringementby Hilla Rebay (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 enou...

Vasily Kandinsky, 1866-1944: a Retrospective Exhibition (1st Ed.)

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Report copyright infringementby Solomon R Guggenheim Museum (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, that this wo...

Cellist in Exile, a Portrait of Pablo Casals

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Report copyright infringementby Bernard Cn Taper (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, that this work is impor...

Mediterranean Architecture and the Green-Digital Transition: Selected Papers from the World Renewable Energy Congress Med Green Forum 2022

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Report copyright infringementby Ali Sayigh (Editor)This book contains selected papers presented during the World Renewable Energy Network's biannual World Med Green Forum (MGF). The 2022 MGF highlights the role of renewable energy applications in the sustainable building sector with a focus on the Mediterranean region as a foundation for a truly positive energy future. MGF is an open roundtable for an international community of researchers, practitioners, and experts to discuss the most inno...

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Report copyright infringementby David Von Bader (Author)Small Luxuries: Watches is the perfect guide and gift book for the aspiring or veteran horologist. Alongside original photography of some of the world's finest watches, veteran watch writer and collector David Von Bader walks you through the history of keeping time as well as how watches work, notable watches throughout history, how to collect watches at any price point, and much more. The book includes fresh insight into many features o...

The Prepper's Survival Bible: The Complete Worst-Case Scenario Survival Guide - Life-Saving Strategies to Be Self Sufficient and Keep Your Family Safe

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Report copyright infringementby Benjamin H. Wilder (Author)When disaster strikes, it's not the strongest who survive-it's the most prepared.If the past few years have taught us anything, it's that emergencies don't wait for permission. Whether it's a blackout, a hurricane, or social unrest, the question is no longer if-it's when.The Prepper's Survival Bible is your step-by-step field manual to becoming self-reliant, confident, and unshakably prepared for whatever comes next.This isn't about p...

The Gold Hunter's Guide: Strategies for Success with Detectors, Pans, and In-Depth Knowledge

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Report copyright infringementby Stephen (Author)Discover the invaluable secrets of gold prospecting and equip yourself for uncertain times when currencies and economies fail. What do people do then? What do you think will happen to people that understand where they can get Gold compared to those that just hold fiat currency? Who is safer and better positioned? Gold prospecting is not just a hobby. This comprehensive and captivating guide is tailor-made for honest miners, passionate enthusiast...

Volume 2 - Sustainable Meliponiculture with Vernacular Architecture - South Asia & Indo-China

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Report copyright infringementby Abu Hassan Jalil (Author)Synopsis: Thermal comfort is a grave concern regarding conservation in Meliponiculture. Often enough, enthusiastic new beekeepers are not overly worried about heat dissipation, especially during the summers on the fringes of the tropics.Heat waves in the tropics may leave beekeepers anxious about the stability of the colony's health and population growth. The existing colonies may see the population dwindling rather than growing. We als...

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Report copyright infringementby H. Robert Burger (Author), Anne F. Sheehan (Author), Craig H. Jones (Author)Introduction to Applied Geophysics covers the fundamental methods of exploration geophysics in a depth and style both challenging and appropriate to undergraduates. Because of the increasing opportunities for students to conduct field experiments, the authors focus on methods, examples, illustrations, applications, and problem sets that emphasize shallow exploration of the Earth's surfa...

G.W.R. Engines: Names, Numbers, Types and Classes

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Report copyright infringementby W. G. Chapman (Author)A collection of the Great Western Railway: Names, Numbers, Types and Classes book editions spanning the middle of the 20th century from the detailed work of W. G. Chapman. Number of Pages: 224 Dimensions: 0.75 x 8 x 5 IN Publication Date: September 01, 2014

London, Midland and Scottish Railway Wagon

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Report copyright infringementby R. J. Essery (Author), K. R. Morgan (Author)A history and glimpse into the various uses and types of the LMS Wagon as compiled by R J Essery and K R Morgan. The book includes tables, photographs and diagrams, as well as providing details of the colour of the wagons alongside the black and white photography. Number of Pages: 128 Dimensions: 0.35 x 9.61 x 6.69 IN Publication Date: September 01, 2014

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Report copyright infringementby Peter Rossdale (Author)Expert advice and practical information on horse breeding for all mare owners. In this completely revised and updated reference, author Peter Rossdale explains in simple language the biological functions upon which horse reproduction is based, giving enough background to enable those working in stables and stud farms to cope with any problems that may arise. He never overwhelm readers with excessive detail and avoids being doctrinaire, ar...

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Report copyright infringementby Chris Ashton (Author), Mike Ashton (Author)This is a comprehensive and attractive lifestyle guide to keeping ducks and geese - from what to consider before buying them, how to house them, their welfare and even egg selection. They make wonderful and rewarding pets, and come in all shapes, sizes and colours, providing delicious eggs which are high in protein and are ideal for baking superior cakes. Geese make handy lawn mowers and ducks are perfect for vegetabl...