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Her Cold War: Women in the U.S. Military, 1945-1980 - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Tanya L. Roth (Author)While Rosie the Riveter had fewer paid employment options after being told to cede her job to returning World War II veterans, her sisters and daughters found new work opportunities in national defense. The 1948 Women's Armed Services Integration Act created permanent military positions for women with the promise of equal pay. Her Cold War follows the experiences of women in the military from the passage of the Act to the early 1980s. In t...

Off Grid Mobile Solar Power Installation in 1 Hour: A Step by step Guide to Design and install 12 Volts Solar Power System on Vans, RVS, Boats and Mob - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Larry Barone (Author)You don't have to struggle to get Solar powered system installed on your camping Vans, RVs and Boats. If you want a do it yourself step-by-step guide, then read further.Installing the off-grid solar system is no rocket science. In this book, you will find out how to get the off-grid solar power system installed on your Vans, RV, boats and other mobile homes for camping. Taking a tour in a van is one beautiful experience, but powering them w...

I Like Space ... What Jobs Are There? - Hardcover

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by Steve Martin (Author), Tom Woolley (Illustrator)Explore a day in the life of 25 people whose jobs involve working with space. While it takes all kinds of jobs to put an astronaut in space, there are also space lawyers and space weather forecasters! Learn how to turn your fascination with space into a career. Number of Pages: 48 Dimensions: 0.47 x 11.73 x 9.84 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 01, 2021

What Can a Body Do?: How We Meet the Built World - Hardcover

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by Sara Hendren (Author)Named a Best Book of the Year by NPR and LitHub Winner of the 2021 Science in Society Journalism Book Prize A fascinating and provocative new way of looking at the things we use and the spaces we inhabit, and a call to imagine a better-designed world for us all. Furniture and tools, kitchens and campuses and city streets--nearly everything human beings make and use is assistive technology, meant to bridge the gap between body and world. Yet unless, or until, a misfit b...

Airport Operations for the Professional Pilot - Paperback

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by Stephen Walmsley (Author)Since the early days of flight, airports have been a focal point of aircraft activity. Airports today come in many shapes and sizes, with no two airports being the same. Some airports cover vast areas, containing multiple runways and complex maze of taxiways. The increasing number of aircraft taking to the skies has also meant airports are an area in which incidents and accidents are more likely to occur. This means to operate safely at an airport, it is essential ...

Practical Guide To Production Planning & Control [Revised Edition] - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Kerwin Mathew (Author)DESCRIPTION OF BOOKThis book explicates the "hands-on", practical approach to production planning and control, covering MRP and MRP II as well. Two case studies are included in Chapter 8 to challenge the reader's creativity of thought (with actual solutions provided towards the end of the chapter). The book will greatly benefit the following personnel: -* All personnel directly or indirectly involved in production management and/or product...

ORACLE SQL & PL/SQL Golden Diary: Refactoring, Interoperability of Versions & Integration of related concepts for High Performance - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Asim Chowdhury (Author)This book covers three aspects 1: Interoperability among database versions 2: Integration of related concepts for performance 3: Creation of Golden Diary in a nutshell by practical examples These intentions have been arisen based on the burning need of database users I have come across throughout my career with roles like PL/SQL developers, Database Administrators, Designers, Data analysts, Performance tuning analysts, Architects, Student...

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Report copyright infringementby Russell Doubleday (Author)Stories of Inventors is a classic collection of great inventor biographies by Russell Doubleday. There are many thrilling incidents--all the more attractive because of their truth--in this inventor biography, the trials, the disappointments, the obstacles overcome, and the final triumph of the successful inventor. Number of Pages: 112 Dimensions: 0.23 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: February 24...

An Introduction to Industrial Wastewater Collection and Treatment - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby J. Paul Guyer (Author)This publication provides an introduction to industrial wastewater collection and treatment. Industrial waste should be collected in a manner that avoids unsafe conditions to personnel, equipment, and facilities. Industrial wastes should either be pretreated sufficiently to be accommodated in a domestic wastewater collection and treatment system, or provided with a separate collection and treatment system. Bench scale or pilot plant treata...

OEE Industry Standard v2003: Defining OEE for Optimal Loss Visualization - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Arno Koch (Author)An average machine in an average factory runs about 35 to 45% OEE. So it is losing 55 to 65% capacity( ) while not running, running at a reduced speed or producing products out of spec. How come than, that the average management reports numbers way over 80%? It is all a matter of definition. What you are not looking for, you will not find. To really reveal the hidden machines in our factories, ALL losses need to be visualized. The OEE Industry...

Inventors at Work: The Minds and Motivation Behind Modern Inventions - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Brett Stern (Author)Inventors at Work: The Minds and Motivation Behind Modern Inventions is a collection of interviews with inventors of famous products, innovations, and technologies that have made life easier or even changed the way we live. All of these scientists, engineers, wild-eyed geniuses, and amateur technologists have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of that singular Eureka! moment in their laboratories or garages. Each has altered the modern wor...

Women Behind the Wheel: An Unexpected and Personal History of the Car - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Nancy A. Nichols (Author)From the adolescent thrill of getting a driver's license to the dreaded commutes of adulthood, from vintage muscle cars to electric vehicles, this groundbreaking book reveals the outsized impact the car has had--and will continue to have--on the lives of women. Since their inception cars have defined American culture, but until quite recently car histories were largely written by and about men--with little attention given to the fascina...

Nine Decades of Making the Best Better: A History of 4-H in Fairfax County, Virginia - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Karliana Brooks Sakas (Author) Number of Pages: 180 Dimensions: 0.41 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: May 27, 2002

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by Chromatic (Author)Have you ever wondered "What's the deal with that silly coin with the happy dog face on it?"Or perhaps you think "I'm an experienced shibe, and I've seen everything and done everything, so what's in it for me?"More likely, you're somewhere between the two. This is the book for you!It contains 101 tips, tricks, and ideas on things to do with Dogecoin, including but not limited to: Understanding cryptography and cryptocurrency Running your own node Managing your wallet sec...

The Complete Encyclopedia of Ham Radio for Beginners - Paperback

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by Gareth Thomas (Author)Unlock the world of amateur radio with The Complete Encyclopedia of Ham Radio for Beginners-your all-in-one guide for mastering licensing, building your station, and tackling emergency communications.Whether you're a beginner getting your first license or an experienced operator fine-tuning your setup, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know: Master Every License Class: Technician, General, and Extra. Set Up Your Station: Radios, antennas, and p...

The Bee Book: Discover the Wonder of Bees and How to Protect Them for Generations to Come - Hardcover

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by DK (Author), Emma Tennant (Contribution by), Fergus Chadwick (Contribution by)The Bee Book shows you step-by-step how to create a bee-friendly garden, get started in beekeeping, and harness the power of honey for well-being.Fully illustrated with full-color photographs throughout, this beautiful guide covers everything you need to know to start your own backyard hive, from setup to harvest. Practical beekeeping techniques are explained with clear step-by-step sequences, photos, and diagram...

ROS 2 from Scratch: Get started with ROS 2 and create robotics applications with Python and C++ - Paperback

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by Edouard Renard (Author) Number of Pages: 380 Dimensions: 0.78 x 9.25 x 7.5 IN Publication Date: November 22, 2024

Making Soap: DIY Bath & Body Products Made with All-Natural Scents, Oils, and Colors - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Agnes Stuber (Author), Gun Penhoat (Translator)Welcome to the world of homemade soap! It is perfectly possible to make soap at home--from simple everyday soaps to fragrant masterpieces. Making Soap describes what cold-stirred craft soap is, why it works, what you need, and how to make it. Read about fatty acids, essential oils, natural dyes, and other materials that give soap its characteristics. Recipes include: Scrubbing poppy soap Facial soap with acti...

Dream Chasing: My Four Decades of Success and Failure with Walt Disney Imagineering - Hardcover

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by Bob Weis (Author), Bob Iger (Foreword by)Disney experiences enthrall millions of guests around the world. How does it all become a reality? Find out in this action-packed narrative journey! Dream Chasing is a recounting by author Bob Weis of four decades of creating and seeing to completion challenging projects, leading teams from the top secret, high-tech corridors of Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) to the highest levels of The Walt Disney Company. Our author recounts working on and overse...

Antonín Dvorák: Letters and Reminiscences - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Otakar 1883-1956 Sourek (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 i...

Understanding Energy and Energy Policy - Paperback

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by Timothy Braun (Author), Lisa Glidden (Author)Activists, scientists and policymakers around the world have long argued that we need to find sustainable and secure solutions to the world's energy demands. At issue for citizens worldwide is whether we are scientifically literate enough to understand the potential policy choices before us. Understanding Energy and Energy Policy is a one-stop resource for understanding the complexities of energy policy and the science behind the utilization of ...

Optical Tooling for Precise Manufacture and Alignment - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Philip 1896- Kissam (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...

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by Sun Tzu (Author)Preserved in China for more than 2,000 years before it was brought to the West by the French, this compact little book is widely regarded as the oldest military treatise in the world. Rumored to have been used by Napoleon in his campaigns to conquer Europe, it today retains much of its original merit. American officers read it closely during World War II. The Japanese army studied the work for decades, and many 20th-century Chinese officers are said to have known the book b...

Rescuing Prometheus: Four Monumental Projects That Changed Our World - Paperback

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by Thomas P. Hughes (Author)Author BiographyThomas P. Hughes is Emeritus Mellon Professor of the History and Sociology of Science at the University of Pennsylvania and a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. His books include American Genesis: A Century of Invention and Technology. Currently a Distinguished Visiting Professor at MIT, he lives in Philadelphia. Number of Pages: 384 Dimensions: 1 x 5 x 8 IN Publication Date: March 14, 2000

Industrialization of Bosnia-Hercegovina: 1878-1918 - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Peter F. Sugar (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...

The Medieval English Sheriff to 1300 - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby William Alfred 1875- Morris (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 i...

The Muzzle-loading Rifle; Then and Now - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Walter M. 1873-1941 Cline (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...

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Report copyright infringementby Tennessee 1911-1983 Williams (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 ...

Contribution to the Genealogy of John Shellenberger: Watchmaker in Geneva, Switzerland, Who Arrived in America in 1754 From Switzerland - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Lawver 1867-1944 Burchard (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 w...

The Shrine of St. Peter and the Vatican Excavations - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby J. M. C. (Jocelyn M. C. ). 18 Toynbee (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, th...

Southern Kith and Kin; a Record of My Children's Ancestors; Volume 4 - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Jewel Davis 1887-1968 Scarborough (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 ...

Plasticity of Crystals With Special Reference to Metals - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Erich Schmid (Author), Walter Joint Author Boas (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 ...