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Signals, Systems, and Signal Processing: A Computational Approach

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Report copyright infringementby Mariusz Jankowski (Author)Signals, Systems, and Signal Processing provides a concise but comprehensive introduction to the concepts and methods of signals and linear time-invariant (LTI) systems that lie at the core of many applications in control, telecommunications, audio signal processing, speech recognition, computer vision, financial and genomic data analysis, sonar, radar, and more. The topics presented in this text are a mainstay of almost every electric...

The Idea of Waste: On the Limits of Human Life

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Report copyright infringementby John Scanlan (Author)A compelling rumination on detritus as an essential, meaningful, yet often problematic facet of human existence. This book starts with the premise that waste is inevitable in human society--and ends with a meditation on its inevitability. The Idea of Waste explores how we have grappled with both the material reality and the specter of this shapeshifting phenomenon throughout history--utilizing it, dreaming of overcoming it, yet never escap...

Systems Thinking. Principles and Applications

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Report copyright infringementby Jamie P. Monat (Author), Matthew Amissah (Author)Why did the 2009 economic bailout fail to have the intended impact on the U. S. economy? Why did the widespread use of DDT in the 1960s have a devastating effect on our environment? Why have our commercial fishing policies wiped out the fishing industry? Why do companies like Research in Motion, Bank of America, and Netflix so badly misjudge their customers? Why do our foreign policy decisions often do more harm ...

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Report copyright infringementby Matthew Eaton (Author)Your journey into the exciting world of robotics starts now! Make: Robotic Arms is an incredibly accessible, hands-on guide to design, build, and control robotic arms, the cornerstone of modern robotics. This is not a book for hardcore engineers--it's written for students, teachers, and tinkerers with no previous experience required! Using simple, affordable parts, this book will teach how to build a robotic arm, control it with an Ardu...

The Conundrum: How Scientific Innovation, Increased Efficiency, and Good Intentions Can Make Our Energy and Climate Problems Worse

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Report copyright infringementby David Owen (Author)From the acclaimed New Yorker staff writer, a razor-sharp indictment of our efficiency-forward approach to sustainable living. Hybrid cars, fast trains, compact florescent light bulbs, solar panels, carbon offsets: Everything you've been told about living green is wrong. The quest for a breakthrough battery or a 100 mpg car are dangerous fantasies. We are consumers, and we like to consume green and efficiently. But David Owen argues that our...

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Dowell (Author)The Fundamentals of Drone Photogrammetry, Mapping, and Survey is an essential resource for mastering the art and science of drone-based geospatial analysis. This comprehensive guide explores the transformative power of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), delving into their hardware-from consumer to enterprise models-and advanced payloads, including RGB cameras, multispectral sensors, thermal imagers, and LiDAR systems. Readers will gain an un...

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Report copyright infringementby Dan Romito (Author)Discover an approach to our global energy challenge that rejects extreme ideologies.Fossil fuels, far from being relics of the past, are a critical component of the energy transition in today's fast-paced, technology-driven world. Most people don't realize that energy demand is surging with the rise of big data and innovative tech-and it threatens our way of life and the USA's global standing. Instead of succumbing to polarized debate, The Ra...

Sustainable Market Farming, Second Edition: Intensive Vegetable Production on a Few Acres

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Report copyright infringementby Pam Dawling (Author)Grow a profitable, resilient vegetable farm on just a few acres with this fully revised, year-round guide. Learn the best ways to plan, plant, and harvest abundant, high-quality crops in any climate, maximize yields, and manage your market garden like a seasoned professional. Whether you're starting out or expanding an established farm, this updated edition gives you the confidence, strategies, and practical tools to run a sustainable, effic...

Python Maps: Geospatial Visualization with Python

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Report copyright infringementby Adam Symington (Author), Tyler Mitchell (Editor)Discover how to transform geospatial data into stunning, informative maps with Python-the ultimate programming language for GIS professionals and enthusiasts alike.Whether you're new to GIS or looking to enhance your Python skills, this book takes you on a journey through geospatial concepts, culminating in the creation of compelling, shareable visualizations.Maps are the heart of this book. From the very first ch...

The Harvesting Rainwater and Water Survival Guide: Essential Prepping Strategies for Water Abundance, Self-Sufficiency, and Survival Skills in a World

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Report copyright infringementby Dion Rosser (Author)Embrace the Rain: Unveil Nature's Lifesaving Secrets & Master the Art of Water SurvivalTwo manuscripts in one book: Harvesting Rainwater: A Sustainable Guide to Collecting, Storing, and Utilizing Nature's Gift for Water Conservation and Self-SufficiencyWater Survival Guide: Mastering the Art of Finding, Collecting, Treating, Storing, and Thriving Off the Grid with Water for Emergencies and Outdoor AdventuresIn the first part of this book...

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Report copyright infringementby C. Marina Marchese (Author)Like wine, cheese, coffee, and chocolate, honey has emerged as a culinary obsession.  Its popularity at farmers markets and specialty food stores has soared as beekeepers and retailers are capitalizing on the trend. The Honey Connoisseur teaches everything you need to know about how to taste, select, and use an assortment of honeys.Honey and beekeeping experts C. Marina Marchese and Kim Flottum explain how bees make honey and introduc...

Feel-Good Homes: How to choose the right heat pump for a comfortable, healthy, sustainable home

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Report copyright infringementby Drew Tozer (Author), Nate Adams (Foreword by)Does your house have a room thatʼs too hot in the summer and cold all winter? Do you battle moisture issues, stuffy air, or seasonal allergies? Houses are full of problems-but theyʼre all solvable.Feel-Good Homes is a practical guide to finding the right heat pump to transform your house into a comfortable, healthy, sustainable home. It shows you how to use the proven HAVEN method to assess, plan, and implement chang...

Vegetable Garden Tools: A Grower's Guide

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Report copyright infringementby Jean-Martin Fortier (Author), Pierre Nessmann (Editor), Flore Avram (Illustrator)The right tools don't just save time--they shape how you grow Choosing garden tools can feel overwhelming, especially when marketing hype obscures what actually works in the field. Vegetable Garden Tools: A Grower's Guide cuts through the noise to help you build a tool set that supports efficiency, ergonomics, and long-term success--whether you're gardening at home or farming prof...

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Report copyright infringementby Dave Hayes (Author)Unlock the Power of Off-Grid Communication with Meshtastic(R) Made SimpleImagine staying connected with local friends and family without relying on cell towers, WiFi, or expensive satellite services. Meshtastic(R) makes it possible-and this book shows you how. Whether you're an outdoor adventurer, a preparedness enthusiast, or a tech tinkerer, this book is your essential companion to understanding this revolutionary open-source mesh communica...

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Report copyright infringementby Mika Lavaque-Manty (Author), Danielle Lavaque-Manty (Author)Writing in Political Science: A Brief Guide applies the key concepts of rhetoric and composition--audience, purpose, genre, and credibility--to examples based in political science. It is part of a series of brief, discipline-specific writing guides from Oxford University Press designed for today's writing-intensive college courses. The series is edited by Tom Deans (University of Connecticut) and Mya P...

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Report copyright infringementby U. S. Army (Author)This manual is organized as a reference for snipers and leads the trainer through the material needed to conduct sniper training. Subjects include equipment, weapon capabilities, fundamentals of marksmanship and ballistics, field skills, mission planning, and skill sustainment. Number of Pages: 340 Dimensions: 0.85 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: April 25, 2005

Learning the Art of Electronics: A Hands-On Lab Course

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas C. Hayes (Author), David Abrams (Author), Paul Horowitz (Author)The much-anticipated new edition of 'Learning the Art of Electronics' is here! It defines a hands-on course, inviting the reader to try out the many circuits that it describes. Several new labs (on amplifiers and automatic gain control) have been added to the analog part of the book, which also sees an expanded treatment of meters. Many labs now have online supplements. The digital sections ...

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Report copyright infringementby Caroline McManus (Author)ANAMNESIS is an experimental participatory endurance piece. ANAMNESIS is a multivocal screed. ANAMNESIS was channeled. ANAMNESIS was not "made."ANAMNESIS was co-created, as all things are.ANAMNESIS contains the voices of people from around the world. ANAMNESIS contains spirits from another world. ANAMNESIS exists as a book. ANAMNESIS is an object. ANAMNESIS is now made of paper. You can put ANAMNESIS on your shelf. You can give ANAMNESI...

The Ham Radio Bible: The Definitive Guide to Mastering Ham Radio in No Time, with In-Depth Explanations and Practice Questions to Get Ready

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Report copyright infringementby Frank Webb (Author)Master the World of Ham Radio with Ease and Confidence!BONUS: Includes 150 Technician Class Exam Questions and AnswersStep into the exciting world of ham radio with "Ham Radio Bible: The Definitive Guide to Mastering Ham Radio in No Time." This comprehensive resource is designed to guide you through every aspect of ham radio, from the basics to advanced topics, ensuring you have the knowledge and confidence to succeed. Whether you're setting ...

Survival Projects book for No Grid Living: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide to DIY Projects for Self-Sufficiency: Survive & Thrive Beyond Civilizati

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Report copyright infringementby James C. Howard (Author)Are you tired of living in fear during power outages? What if you could thrive without relying on the grid?Benefits: With "Survival Projects for No Grid Living" by James C. Howard, you'll learn practical DIY projects that will allow you to generate your own electricity, grow your own food, and ensure your family's safety without relying on the grid. Bullet point list: - Achieve true self-sufficiency and independence- Generate clean, rene...

The Ultimate Baofeng Radio Bible for Beginners: An Easy-to-Follow Guerrilla's Guide to Master Your Baofeng Radio and Protect Your Loved Ones

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Report copyright infringementby Chameleon Publications (Author), Joseph Maxwell (Author)A Simple Guide to Mastering Your Baofeng Radio - Your Communication Lifeline in Times of Emergency, Adventure, or CrisisIn a world where uncertainty looms, it's never been more critical to be in control of a line of communication you can count on... even if the power grid goes down.The survival of you and your loved ones may depend on it. That's where The Ultimate Baofeng Radio Bible for Beginners comes in...

How to Repair and Maintain Sewing Machines: Troubleshooting, Fixing, and Servicing All Types of Sewing Machines for Beginners and Professionals

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Report copyright infringementby The Fix-It Guy (Author)Is your beloved sewing machine gathering dust due to mysterious malfunctions? How to Repair and Maintain Sewing Machines empowers you to become a sewing machine whisperer! This comprehensive guide equips beginners and professionals alike with the knowledge and skills to tackle common sewing machine problems, troubleshoot malfunctions, and perform essential maintenance, keeping your machine running smoothly for years to come.Say goodbye to...

An Intuitive Guide to Compensating Switching Power Supplies: Apply Christophe Basso's Recipes on Loop Control

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Report copyright infringementby Christophe Basso (Author)An Intuitive Guide to Compensating Switching Power Supplies is a practical manual for power supply engineers; helping to create stable and robust converters. Most technical books covering loop control go deep into theory, but are shallow on design and lack practical examples.This new book introduces intuitive theories-the good news is, you don't need to know everything for a good job on control loops-and then dives into many examples si...

Designing Power Supplies for Valve Amplifiers, Second Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Merlin Blencowe (Author)Designing Power Supplies for Valve Amplifiers is a unique guide to the operation and practical design of linear power supplies, especially for valve equipment. Audiophiles, guitarists and general hobbyists alike will find this book an invaluable source of detailed information on transformers, rectifiers, smoothing, high-voltage series and shunt regulators, and much more. Aimed at intermediate to advanced-level hobbyists and professionals...

Audiophile Vacuum Tube Amplifiers - Design, Construction, Testing, Repairing & Upgrading, Volume 2 - Paperback

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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...

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Report copyright infringementby Jerry Jenkins (Author)The Field Guide to the Woody Plants of the Northern Forest is a compact guide to the ecology, geography, and identification of the trees, shrubs, and wood vines of the northeastern United States and adjacent Canada. It 272 species, provides 80 quick guides and charts for rapid identification, and contains nearly 3,000 color drawings and photos.It is the first field guide in sixty-five years to cover the trees and shrubs of the Northern For...

The Inventions, Researches, and Writings of Nikola Tesla

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Report copyright infringementby Thomas Commerford Martin (Author)The early works of famed inventor Nikola Tesla have been a source of inspiration for generations of innovators. At the time it was first published in 1893, The Inventions, Researches, and Writings of Nikola Tesla was considered to be the bible of electrical engineering and inspired generations of inventors. This volume--compiled and edited by Tesla's contemporary, Thomas Commerford Martin--includes extensive discussion of Tesl...

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Pauken (Author)The thermodynamics knowledge you need to succeed in class--and in your career Thermodynamics For Dummies, 2nd Edition covers the topics found in a typical undergraduate introductory thermodynamic course (which is an essential course to nearly all engineering degree programs). It also brings the subject to life with exciting content on where (and how!) thermodynamics is being used today (spoiler alert: everywhere!). You'll grasp the basics...

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Report copyright infringementby Ed Regis (Author)This book is for anyone enthralled by the romantic dream of a voyage 'to the stars.' From our current viewpoint in the twenty-first century, crewed interstellar travel will be an exceptionally difficult undertaking. It will require building a spacecraft on a scale never before attempted, at vast cost, relying on unproven technologies. Yet somehow, through works of science fiction, TV and movies, the idea of human interstellar travel being easy ...

Tractor Wars: John Deere, Henry Ford, International Harvester, and the Birth of Modern Agriculture - Hardcover

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by Neil Dahlstrom (Author)"Mr. Dahlstrom...has written a superb history of the tractor and this long-forgotten period of capitalism in U.S. agriculture. We now know the whole story of when farming, business and the free-market economy diverged, divided and conquered." --Wall Street JournalDiscover the untold story of the "tractor wars," the twenty-year period that introduced power farming--the most fundamental change in world agriculture in hundreds of years. Before John Deere, Ford, and Inte...

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Report copyright infringementby Debra Langley-Boyer (Author)The American AZ Hive The American AZ Hive is full of basic information on the AZ hive from the perspective of the author, Debra. The book gives a realistic look at how the AZ hive functions in simple terms and answers the common questions asked about the AZ hive. It includes some basic history of the AZ hive and information about what the hive and beehouse are like, as well as how the hive works and how to work in the AZ hive. It als...

The Self-Fed Farm and Garden: A Return to the Roots of the Organic Method

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Report copyright infringementby Eliot Coleman (Author), Dan Barber (Introduction by)"Essential rules from a champion of organic growing."--New York TimesNamed to the Civil Eats "2025 Food and Farming Holiday Book Gift Guide" "A radical yet timeless understanding of what organic farming is truly about. . . . Only Eliot could bring such clarity and wisdom to the conversation. . . . A must-read for anyone who believes that food can be a force for change. . . . A new classic for the ages."--Jean-...