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The Tactical Drone: Military Use of Commercial Air Vehicles - Observe / Recce / Document / Attack

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Report copyright infringementby Christian Väth (Author), Markus Reisner (Author), Spartanat (Editor)The drone is the flying eye above the modern battlefield. It provides an aerial overview that can give a sense of tactical superiority. The more you see, the more you know. Commercial drones can also be used as tools that make emergency services more efficient. In this book, we offer tips about the best equipment, how to handle drones properly and safely, and the best ways to employ aerial dron...

The St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project: An Oral History of the Greatest Construction Show on Earth

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Report copyright infringementby Claire Puccia Parham (Author)The culmination of a century-long dream to link the Great Lakes interior industrial hubs to the Atlantic Ocean, the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project stands as one of the largest and most important public works initiatives of the twentieth century. Seen as vital to North American commerce and strategic in advancing America's position on the world stage, the billion-dollar seaway and power dam were also a phenomenal feat of engin...

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Report copyright infringementby Carissa Véliz (Author)Privacy matters because it shields us from possible abuses of power. Human beings need privacy just as much as they need community. Our need for socialization brings with it risks and burdens which in turn give rise to the need for spaces and time away from others. To impose surveillance upon someone is an act of domination. The foundations of democracy quiver under surveillance. Given how important privacy is for individual and collective...

Organic Manifesto: How Organic Food Can Heal Our Planet, Feed the World, and Keep Us Safe

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Report copyright infringementby Maria Rodale (Author), Eric Schlosser (Foreword by)Drawing on findings from leading health researchers as well as conversations with both chemical and organic farmers from coast to coast, Maria Rodale's Organic Manifesto irrefutably outlines the unacceptably high cost of chemical farming on our health and our environment. She traces the genesis of chemical farming and the rise of the immense companies that profit from it, bringing to light the government's role...

AI Syndicate: A Survival Guide to the World of Artificial Intelligence

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Report copyright infringementby Steve Almeida (Author)Are you ready for the A.I. revolution-or will it replace you?Artificial Intelligence isn't coming-it's already here. From your smartphone to your workplace, A.I. is quietly reshaping how we think, work, and live. In A.I. SYNDICATE, author Steve Simoes Almeida pulls back the curtain on the most powerful technological shift of our time-and reveals how to adapt, thrive, and stay human in a machine-driven world.This isn't a technical manual. I...

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50 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead, Updated Edition: A Hands-On, Step-By-Step Sustainable-Living Guide

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Report copyright infringementby David Toht (Author)Ready for new 10 new practical ideas for creating your backyard homestead? 50 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead: A Hands-On, Step-By-Step Sustainable-Living Guide updates one of the most popular books on the subject with the addition of 10 new projects to help your homestead thrive. Inside, experienced homesteader and contractor, David Toht, will teach you backyard homestead project ideas like accessible garden paths, insulated ch...

Spinning and Weaving Calculations: With Special Reference to Woollen Fabrics

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Report copyright infringementby Nicolas Reiser (Author)Take your textile skills to the next level with this in-depth guide to spinning and weaving calculations. From warp and weft calculations to fabric analysis and design, this book covers everything you need to know to create beautiful woollen fabrics.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 o...

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Report copyright infringementby Zico Pratama Putra (Author)Do you feel stuck in how to backup your WhatsApp conversations? Are you just want to know a person's location via WhatsApp messages? Does someone seem to follow you, and even know your address? But you don't know how to block him! IT enthusiast Zico talks straight about why our instant messaging spiral out of control and how to get back in the driver's seat. This easy-to-use guide will walk you through step-by-step what you need to do...

Enhancing Competitiveness in Small Developing States: Approaches, Tools and Policies

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Report copyright infringementby Robert A. Stoddard (Author)This book is designed to help students, practitioners and policy makers gain an understanding of the existential challenges that confront small developing states that have resulted in several economic fallouts to the extent that some countries have experienced the demise of many of their traditional industries. It also presents a compendium of approaches, tools and policies that can assist in resolving some of the lingering challenges...

AUTOSAR Fundamentals and Applications: Establishing a solid foundation for automotive software design with AUTOSAR

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Report copyright infringementby Hossam Soffar (Author)Gain a holistic understanding of AUTOSAR concepts, from BSW and RTE integration to communication, security, and diagnostics, and learn to design high-performance automotive software solutions through real-world use casesKey Features: - Grasp core AUTOSAR concepts, such as layered architecture and methodology, through simplified explanations and practical examples- Understand the role and integration of OS, communication stack, and security...

Hands-On Industrial Internet of Things - Second Edition: Build robust industrial IoT infrastructure by using the cloud and artificial intelligence

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Report copyright infringementby Giacomo Veneri (Author), Antonio Capasso (Author)Build scalable, secure, and intelligent systems by utilizing IoT architectures, AWS, Azure, AI, and real-world solutions to become a skilled IIoT architectKey Features: - Leverage IoT, AI/ML, and cloud technologies to unlock industrial potential and drive business innovation- Work with labs on real-world edge computing scenarios, integrating AWS, Azure, and open source tools- Use diagnostic and predictive analyti...

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Report copyright infringementby Theodore Roosevelt (Author)The Rough Riders is a classic Teddy Roosevelt autobiography about the author's service in the Spanish-American war. The Rough Riders was a nickname given to the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry, one of three such regiments raised in 1898 for the Spanish-American War and the only one to see action. The United States Army was small, understaffed, and disorganized in comparison to its status during the American Civil War roughly thirt...

Polyface Micro: Success with Livestock on a Homestead Scale - Paperback

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by Joel Salatin (Author), Justin Rhodes (Foreword by)"I love your ideas, but I only have a few acres. How do I do this at my scale?" Success with domestic livestock does not require large land bases. Joel Salatin and his family's Polyface Farm in Virginia lead the world in animal-friendly and ecologically authentic, commercial, pasture-based livestock production. In Polyface Micro he adapts the ideas and protocols to small holdings (including apartments)! Homesteaders can increase production...

Rocket Men: The Daring Odyssey of Apollo 8 and the Astronauts Who Made Man's First Journey to the Moon

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Kurson (Author)NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The riveting inside story of three heroic astronauts who took on the challenge of mankind's historic first mission to the Moon, from the bestselling author of Shadow Divers. "Robert Kurson tells the tale of Apollo 8 with novelistic detail and immediacy."--Andy Weir, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Martian and Artemis By August 1968, the American space program was in danger of failing in its two most ...

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Report copyright infringementby K. L. Hatch (Author)The High School Course in Agriculture, first published in 1911, offers a comprehensive guide to teaching agriculture at the secondary level. Authored by K. L. Hatch, this book provides educators with practical methods and strategies for instructing students in the fundamental principles of farming and agricultural science. Designed to meet the needs of high school curricula, it covers a wide range of topics relevant to the agricultural secto...

The Principles and Practice of Brewing Beer and Ale

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Report copyright infringementby Walter J. Sykes (Author), David G. Smith (Revised by)Second Revised Edition of one of the most important works in classic brewing techniques ever published. Originally written in 1897, this is the first time a new edition has been published in over a century. Absolutely authentic and true to the original methods throughout. Chapter titles are ...(1) Physical Principles Involved in Brewing Operations ...(2) Chemistry, with Special Reference to Materials Used in ...

Beer Terroir: Place and Taste in the Pre-Prohibition Rocky Mountain West

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Report copyright infringementby Braden Neihart (Author)Beer Terroir seeks to understand how the application of the concept of terroir--a term typically applied to wines--to beer can help us further our understanding not only of the beverage but also of the humans that occupy regions. It covers the main aspects of terroir-ingredients, soils, landscapes, history, culture, etc- and shows that approaching beer history conceptually rather than strictly stylistically, by brand, or by region opens u...

AI Personal Assistants 101: Create Your Own 24/7 Assistant Using ChatGPT, Notion & Make

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Report copyright infringementby Joe Correa (Author)What if you could build your own personal AI assistant that thinks with you, for you, and ahead of you-without writing a single line of code?This book shows you how to do exactly that. AI Personal Assistants 101 is a complete, step-by-step guide that teaches you how to build your own intelligent assistants that organize your life, manage your tasks, structure your schedule, summarize your information, strengthen your habits, support your goal...

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Report copyright infringementby Gerard W. Bancks (Author)Delve into the fascinating world of apiculture and fermentation with "The Production of Vinegar from Honey" by Gerard W Bancks. This meticulously prepared print edition explores the age-old process of transforming honey into vinegar, offering insights into the techniques and principles involved. Discover the secrets behind creating this versatile condiment, from the initial fermentation stages to the final product rich in acetic acid. T...

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Report copyright infringementby United States Army (Author)"Recipes Used in the Cooking Schools, U. S. Army" offers a fascinating glimpse into the culinary practices of the United States Army. This comprehensive cooking manual, originally designed for training military cooks, provides detailed instructions and quantity recipes essential for feeding large groups of personnel. Delve into the methods employed by army cooking schools, learning the techniques and approaches used to prepare meals e...

Pioneering American Wine: Writings of Nicholas Herbemont, Master Viticulturist

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Report copyright infringementby Nicholas Herbemont (Author), David S. Shields (Editor)This volume collects the most important writings on viticulture by Nicholas Herbemont (1771-1839), who is widely considered the finest practicing winemaker of the early United States. Included are his two major treatises on viticulture, thirty-one other published pieces on vine growing and wine making, and essays that outline his agrarian philosophy. Over the course of his career, Herbemont cultivated more t...

The Official Raspberry Pi Beginner's Guide: How to Use Your New Computer

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Report copyright infringementby Gareth Halfacree (Author)Learn how to set up your Raspberry Pi, write code, and build projects with electronic components.Raspberry Pi is a small, clever, British-built computer that's packed with potential. Made using a desktop-class, energy-efficient processor, Raspberry Pi is designed to help you learn coding, discover how computers work, and build your own amazing things. This book was written to show you just how easy it is to get started. Learn how to: S...

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Report copyright infringementby Nam-Ho Kim (Author)Expert reference on building surrogate models, optimization using them, prediction uncertainty associate with them, and their potential failure, with practical implementation in MATLAB Surrogate Modeling and Optimization explains the meaning of different surrogate models and provides an in-depth understanding of such surrogates, emphasizing how much uncertainty is associated with them, and when and how a surrogate model can fail in approximat...

Case Studies in System of Systems, Enterprise Systems, and Complex Systems Engineering

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Report copyright infringementby Alex Gorod (Editor), Brian E. White (Editor), Vernon Ireland (Editor)Suitable as a reference for industry practitioners and as a textbook for classroom use, Case Studies in System of Systems, Enterprise Systems, and Complex Systems Engineering provides a clear understanding of the principles and practice of system of systems engineering (SoSE), enterprise systems engineering (ESE), and complex systems engineering (CSE). Multiple domain practitioners present and...

Economic Warfare and Sanctions Since 1688

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Report copyright infringementby Stephen Broadberry (Editor), Mark Harrison (Editor)How have economic warfare and sanctions been applied in modern history, with what success and with what unintended consequences? In this book, leading economic historians provide answers through case studies ranging from the eighteenth-century rivalry of Britain and France and the American Civil War to the two world wars and the Cold War. They show how countries faced with economic measures have responded by re...

Feeding the Future: Restoring the Planet and Healing Ourselves

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Report copyright infringementby Nicole Negowetti (Author)A radical reframing of the current global food system to address injustices and existential threatsThe global food system stands at a critical juncture. Food production is among the largest causes of global environmental change and accelerating climate change. The resulting loss of biodiversity and the harmful effects on water and land use have put human life at risk. To date, proposed solutions have downplayed the stakes and ignored th...

Supply Chain Analytics and Modelling: Quantitative Tools and Applications

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Report copyright infringementby Nicoleta Tipi (Author)A comprehensive guide for analysing, interpreting and improving supply chain systems through data.Supply Chain Analytics and Modelling by Nicoleta Tipi provides MSc students and supply chain professionals with a practical and structured introduction to the analytical tools and business models used across modern logistics and operations environments. The fully updated, latest edition of this core resource helps readers make sense of complex...

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Report copyright infringementby Henry R. Procter (Author)The Principles of Leather Manufacture is a comprehensive book written by Henry R. Procter, which provides a complete overview of the processes involved in the production of leather. The book covers various aspects of leather manufacturing, including the selection of raw materials, tanning, finishing, and quality control. The author provides detailed information on the chemistry of leather, the different types of tanning processes, and t...

System Error: Where Big Tech Went Wrong and How We Can Reboot - Paperback

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by Rob Reich (Author), Mehran Sahami (Author), Jeremy M. Weinstein (Author)"System Error is a triumph: an analysis of the critical challenges facing our digital society that is as accessible as it is sophisticated." -- Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO of New AmericaA forward-thinking manifesto from three Stanford professors--experts who have worked at ground zero of the tech revolution for decades--which reveals how big tech's obsession with optimization and efficiency has sacrificed fundamental hum...

Bamboo, Considered as a Paper-making Material

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Routledge (Author)Explore the fascinating history of papermaking with "Bamboo, Considered as a Paper-making Material: With remarks upon its cultivation and treatment" by Thomas Routledge. This detailed exploration delves into the potential of bamboo as a resource for paper pulp. Discover insights into the cultivation methods and industrial processes necessary for transforming bamboo into a viable paper-making material. This book examines the technical as...

Town to Country; A Guide for Townsmen Who Seek a Living on the Land

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Report copyright infringementby G. C. Heseltine (Author)First published in 1933 as useful guide book during the height of the Distributist Back to the Land Movement. As useful today as it was in 1933 the author gives straightforward advice about how to successfully start a small family farm operation. Included are chapters on types of farms, the family, experience and training, finding capital, specialization and more. "A very shrewd and forcible little book... forms an excellent text for tha...