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Digital Management of Container Terminal Operations (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020): Ning Zhao, Yuan Liu, Weijian Mi, Yifan Shen,... Digital Management of Container Terminal Operations (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
Ning Zhao, Yuan Liu, Weijian Mi, Yifan Shen, Mengjue Xia
R3,160 Discovery Miles 31 600 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents a comprehensive study on intelligent container terminals. Based on the development experience gained to date with container terminals, it analyzes information flows and their interactions with container terminals; illustrates the operation management process from information collection to resource planning and from equipment scheduling to field operation; highlights several dynamic decision-making problems concerning digital operation processes and container terminals; reveals the basis of the discrete logistics system; and discusses the future of intelligent container terminals.

Nuclear Non-proliferation and Arms Control Verification - Innovative Systems Concepts (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020): Irmgard... Nuclear Non-proliferation and Arms Control Verification - Innovative Systems Concepts (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
Irmgard Niemeyer, Mona Dreicer, Gotthard Stein
R5,294 Discovery Miles 52 940 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book strives to take stock of current achievements and existing challenges in nuclear verification, identify the available information and gaps that can act as drivers for exploring new approaches to verification strategies and technologies. With the practical application of the systems concept to nuclear disarmament scenarios and other, non-nuclear verification fields, it investigates, where greater transparency and confidence could be achieved in pursuit of new national or international nonproliferation and arms reduction efforts. A final discussion looks at how, in the absence of formal government-to-government negotiations, experts can take practical steps to advance the technical development of these concepts.

House Rating Schemes - From Energy to Comfort Base (Hardcover, Edition.): Maria Kordjamshidi House Rating Schemes - From Energy to Comfort Base (Hardcover, Edition.)
Maria Kordjamshidi
R2,870 Discovery Miles 28 700 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"House Rating Schemes" provides information to students, architects and researchers in the field of the built environment. It reviews current House Rating Schemes (HRS) used in different countries and investigates how these schemes assess the thermal performance of a house. It challenges the way that these schemes assess building energy efficiency and their inability to evaluate free running buildings which do not need an energy load for heating and cooling indoor environments. Finally, the book proposes a new index and method for HRS in which the efficiency of a house design can be evaluated with reference to its thermal performance in both free running and conditioned operation modes. The book deals with various approaches and methods for rating buildings on the basis of different indexes, with implications for both energy efficiency and thermal comfort. It also guides readers through a computer simulation program for developing a rating system that evaluates and ranks building energy efficiency.

The Role of the Electric Vehicle in the Energy Transition - A Multidimensional Approach (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2021): Angel... The Role of the Electric Vehicle in the Energy Transition - A Multidimensional Approach (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2021)
Angel Arcos-Vargas
R3,617 Discovery Miles 36 170 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book explores the part that electric vehicles can play in reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Further, it explains the impact of public support, technological advances, lower costs and better battery performance in making electric vehicles a viable alternative. The book begins by analyzing the international context of electric vehicles and how they are being developed in different countries, and by offering a forecast of the electricity demand they may create. It then discusses technological innovations in electric vehicle recharging systems. The book is concerned not only with the economic potential of electric vehicles, but also with environmental aspects; consequently, it examines the raw materials supply chain and performs a lifecycle assessment. The book concludes with a chapter on alternative energies in transport, which may also help to facilitate the energy transition. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable resource for researchers, graduate students, policymakers and industry professionals interested in the energy transition and transport.

Sustainable High Rise Buildings in Urban Zones - Advantages, Challenges, and Global Case Studies (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017): Ali... Sustainable High Rise Buildings in Urban Zones - Advantages, Challenges, and Global Case Studies (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Ali Sayigh
R3,572 Discovery Miles 35 720 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This unique reference gathers numerous new studies examining specific, prominent high-rise buildings around the world. Each nuanced study included undertakes the following pivotal considerations: environmental impacts; safety & social acceptability; energy consumption and comfort; planning contexts within the urban zone; physical footprint and size; services and risks; and a careful assessment of advantages and challenges. Architects and engineers exploring and optimizing sustainable building practices, energy managers, municipal and private project planners, as well as students will find edification and inspiration in the analysis provided by esteemed practitioners and professors within this fascinating volume.

Monterey Fire Department (Hardcover): Mike Ventimiglia Monterey Fire Department (Hardcover)
Mike Ventimiglia
R674 Discovery Miles 6 740 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Advanced Materials and Structural Engineering - Proceedings of the International Conference on Advanced Materials and... Advanced Materials and Structural Engineering - Proceedings of the International Conference on Advanced Materials and Engineering Structural Technology (ICAMEST 2015), April 25-26, 2015, Qingdao, China (Paperback)
Jong Wan Hu
R1,667 Discovery Miles 16 670 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The ICAMEST 2015 Conference covered new developments in advanced materials and engineering structural technology. Applications in civil, mechanical, industrial and material science are covered in this book. Providing high-quality, scholarly research, addressing developments, applications and implications in the field of structural health monitoring, construction safety and management, sensors and measurements. This volume contains new models for nonlinear structural analysis and applications of modeling identification. Furthermore, advanced chemical materials are discussed with applications in mechanical and civil engineering and for the maintenance of new materials. In addition, a new system of pressure regulating and water conveyance based on small and middle hydropower stations is discussed. An experimental investigation of the ultimate strength and behavior of the three types of steel tubular K-joints was presented. Furthermore, real-time and frequency linear and nonlinear modeling performance of materials of structures contents were concluded with the notion of a fully brittle material, and this approach is implemented in the book by outlining a finite-element method for the prediction of the construction performance and cracking patterns of arbitrary structural concrete forms. This book is an ideal reference for practicing engineers in material, mechanical and civil engineering and consultants (design, construction, maintenance), and can also be used as a reference for students in mechanical and civil engineering courses.

Recent Advances in Civil Engineering - (ncrace-2019) (Hardcover, St ed.): Manjulavani K Recent Advances in Civil Engineering - (ncrace-2019) (Hardcover, St ed.)
Manjulavani K
R1,948 R1,679 Discovery Miles 16 790 Save R269 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Vibrations and Stability of Complex Beam Systems (Hardcover, 2015 ed.): Vladimir Stojanovic, Predrag Kozic Vibrations and Stability of Complex Beam Systems (Hardcover, 2015 ed.)
Vladimir Stojanovic, Predrag Kozic
R2,608 R1,932 Discovery Miles 19 320 Save R676 (26%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book reports on solved problems concerning vibrations and stability of complex beam systems. The complexity of a system is considered from two points of view: the complexity originating from the nature of the structure, in the case of two or more elastically connected beams; and the complexity derived from the dynamic behavior of the system, in the case of a damaged single beam, resulting from the harm done to its simple structure. Furthermore, the book describes the analytical derivation of equations of two or more elastically connected beams, using four different theories (Euler, Rayleigh, Timoshenko and Reddy-Bickford). It also reports on a new, improved p-version of the finite element method for geometrically nonlinear vibrations. The new method provides more accurate approximations of solutions, while also allowing us to analyze geometrically nonlinear vibrations. The book describes the appearance of longitudinal vibrations of damaged clamped-clamped beams as a result of discontinuity (damage). It describes the cases of stability in detail, employing all four theories, and provides the readers with practical examples of stochastic stability. Overall, the book succeeds in collecting in one place theoretical analyses, mathematical modeling and validation approaches based on various methods, thus providing the readers with a comprehensive toolkit for performing vibration analysis on complex beam systems.

Terahertz and Mid Infrared Radiation: Detection of Explosives and CBRN (Using Terahertz) (Hardcover, 2014 ed.): Mauro F.... Terahertz and Mid Infrared Radiation: Detection of Explosives and CBRN (Using Terahertz) (Hardcover, 2014 ed.)
Mauro F. Pereira, Oleksiy Shulika
R4,915 Discovery Miles 49 150 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The reader will find here a timely update on new THz sources and detection schemes as well as concrete applications to the detection of Explosives and CBRN. Included is a method to identify hidden RDX-based explosives (pure and plastic ones) in the frequency domain study by Fourier Transformation, which has been complemented by the demonstration of improvement of the quality of the images captured commercially available THz passive cameras. The presented examples show large potential for the detection of small hidden objects at long distances (6-10 m). Complementing the results in the short-wavelength range, laser spectroscopy with a mid-infrared, room temperature, continuous wave, DFB laser diode and high performance DFB QCL have been demonstrated to offer excellent enabling sensor technologies for environmental monitoring, medical diagnostics, industrial and security applications. From the new source point of view a number of systems have been presented - From superconductors to semiconductors, e.g. Detection of Terahertz Waves from Superconducting Bi2Sr2CaCu2O8+ Intrinsic Josephson Junctions.The quest for a compact room temperature THz source and the recent advances in high power mid-IR QCLs lead to the development of a semiconductor THz source based on intracavity difference frequency generation. Furthermore, alternative electrically pumped THz sources based on the high emission efficiency predicted for polaritonic states in the ultra-strong coupling regime led to the demonstration of electroluminescent devices. Finally, antipolaritons in dispersive media were discussed and different aspects of the interaction of THz radiation with biomatter were presented."

Medieval Masons (Paperback): Malcolm Hislop Medieval Masons (Paperback)
Malcolm Hislop
R251 Discovery Miles 2 510 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book explains in detail the practice of masoncraft in the Middle Ages, using evidence from a number of sources. Monastic chronicles, building contracts and other contemporary documents have already revealed a good deal of information on the subject, but less attention has, until now, been paid to archaeological evidence preserved in numerous surviving Medieval buildings. Dr Hislop investigates how a study of certain features in these buildings, such as the stonework and building joints, can contribute to our knowledge of working practices of masons in medieval England. By focusing on how to interpret clues in the building structure, this account provides a practical guide to pursuing the study of masonry, and helps the reader to understand and identify the medieval mason's approach to design and constructional techniques.

Green Roofs and Water Retention in Kosice, Slovakia (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020): Zuzana Poorova, Zuzana Vranayova Green Roofs and Water Retention in Kosice, Slovakia (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
Zuzana Poorova, Zuzana Vranayova
R2,873 Discovery Miles 28 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book discusses how climate change and heat islands are a main contributor to water related problems in urban areas in Kosice, Slovakia. Green roofs are used as a tool to assist in solving these water related issues. The need to provide housing in urban areas is expected to rise to 66% in 2050, according to the United Nations. Many urban areas have seen natural permeable green areas replaced with concrete constructions and hard, non-permeable surfaces. The densification of existing built-up areas is responsible for the decreasing vegetation, which results in the lack of evapotranspiration cooling the air, thereby creating urban heat islands. Several studies, discussed in this book, have shown that natural and permeable surfaces, as in the case of green roofs, can play a crucial role in mitigating this negative climate phenomenon and providing higher efficiency for buildings, leading to savings such as water, one of the focal points of this research.

Seismic Behaviour and Design of Irregular and Complex Civil Structures (Hardcover, 2013 ed.): Oren Lavan, Mario De Stefano Seismic Behaviour and Design of Irregular and Complex Civil Structures (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
Oren Lavan, Mario De Stefano
R4,415 Discovery Miles 44 150 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Structural irregularities are one of the most frequent causes of severe damages in buildings, as evidenced by the numerous earthquakes in recent years. This issue is of particular importance, since real structures are almost all irregular. Furthermore, structural irregularities depend on several factors often very difficult to predict. This book is an essential tool for understanding the problem of structural irregularities and provides the most up-to-date review on this topic, covering the aspects of ground rotations, analysis, design, control and monitoring of irregular structures. It includes24 contributions from authors of 13 countries, giving a complete and international view of the problem.

Durability of Building Materials and Components (Hardcover, 2014 ed.): Vasco Peixoto De De Freitas, J.M.P.Q. Delgado Durability of Building Materials and Components (Hardcover, 2014 ed.)
Vasco Peixoto De De Freitas, J.M.P.Q. Delgado
R4,452 R3,595 Discovery Miles 35 950 Save R857 (19%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Durability of Building Materials and Components provides a collection of recent research works to contribute to the systematization and dissemination of knowledge related to the long-term performance and durability of construction and, simultaneously, to show the most recent advances in this domain. It includes a set of new developments in the field of durability, service life prediction methodologies, the durability approach for historical and old buildings, asset and maintenance management and on the durability of materials, systems and components. The book is divided in several chapters that intend to be a resume of the current state of knowledge for benefit of professional colleagues.

Computer Vision and Audition in Urban Analysis Using the Remorph Framework (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019): Mohammad Ali Nematollahi,... Computer Vision and Audition in Urban Analysis Using the Remorph Framework (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)
Mohammad Ali Nematollahi, Samaneh Shahbazi, Nashid Nabian
R2,873 Discovery Miles 28 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is penetrating in all sciences as a multidisciplinary approach. However, adopting the theory of AI including computer vision and computer audition to urban intellectual space, is always difficult for architecture and urban planners. This book overcomes this challenge through a conceptual framework by merging computer vision and audition to urban studies based on a series of workshops called Remorph, conducted by Tehran Urban Innovation Center (TUIC).

Geotechnical Predictions and Practice in Dealing with Geohazards (Hardcover, 2013 ed.): Jian Chu, Sri P.R. Wardani, Atsushi... Geotechnical Predictions and Practice in Dealing with Geohazards (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
Jian Chu, Sri P.R. Wardani, Atsushi Iizuka
R2,950 Discovery Miles 29 500 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The recent earthquake disasters in Japan and a series of other disasters in the world have highlighted again the need for more reliable geotechnical prediction and better methods for geotechnical design and in particular dealing with geohazards. This book provides a timely review and summaries of the recent advances in theories, analyses and methods for geotechnical predictions and the most up-to-date practices in geotechnical engineering and particularly in dealing with geohazards. A special section on the geotechnical aspects of the recent Tohoku earthquake disaster in Japan is also presented in this book.
Key Features: This book is written by a group of internationally renowned researchers and practioners to honour and mark the 40 years contribution of one of the greatest educators, researchers and engineers in the world, Professor Hideki Ohta, to geotechnical engineering. Professor Ohta is presentlyprofessorat Chou University after his retirement from Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan. The book provides some first-hand information on the 2011 Tohuko earthquake disasters in Japan, the most recent update on the theories and methods for geotechnical analyses and predictions, and the latest methods and practices in geotechnical engineering, in particular, dealing with geotechnical hazard. It is a rare occasion for some 30 plus international authorities to write on their best topic that they have been working on for years. The book is a must-have collection for any libraries and professionals in geotechnical engineering.

Structural Elements for Architects and Builders - Design of Columns, Beams, and Tension Elements in Wood, Steel, and Reinforced... Structural Elements for Architects and Builders - Design of Columns, Beams, and Tension Elements in Wood, Steel, and Reinforced Concrete (Hardcover)
Jonathan Ochshorn
R2,380 Discovery Miles 23 800 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Concise but comprehensive, "Structural Elements for Architects and Builders" is primarilyfocused onthe design and analysis of structural elements: columns, beams, tension members and their connections. The material is organized into a single, self-sufficient volume, including all necessary data for the preliminary design and analysis of these structural elements in wood, steel, and reinforced concrete.

Every chapter contains insights developed by the author and generally not found elsewhere. Additionally, the Appendices included at the end of the text contain numerous tables and graphs, based on material contained in industry publications, but reorganized and formatted especially for this text to improve clarity and simplicity, without sacrificing comprehensiveness.
Based on the standards and codes from For timber: The American Institute of Timber Construction's (AITC), The American Institute of Steel Construction's (AISC) The American Concrete Institute's (ACI) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary (ACI 318 and ACI 318R)and the American Society of Civil Engineers
Contains graphs, charts, and tables to solve basic structural design problems
Step-by-step illustrative examples
Cover common connectors such as nails, bolts, and welds
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The Proceedings of 11th Asia-Oceania Symposium on Fire Science and Technology (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020): Guan-Yuan Wu,... The Proceedings of 11th Asia-Oceania Symposium on Fire Science and Technology (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
Guan-Yuan Wu, Kuang-Chung Tsai, W K Chow
R5,844 Discovery Miles 58 440 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book features selected papers from the 11th Asia-Oceania Symposium on Fire Science and Technology (AOSFST 2018), held in Taipei, Taiwan. Covering the entire spectrum of fire safety science, it focuses on research on fires, explosions, combustion science, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, risk analysis and structural engineering, as well as other topics. Presenting advanced scientific insights, the book introduces and advances new ideas in all areas of fire safety science. As such it is a valuable resource for academic researchers, fire safety engineers, and regulators of fire, construction and safety authorities. Further it provides new ideas for more efficient fire protection.

A Treatise on the Construction of Staircases and Handrails ... Preceded by Some Necessary Problems in Practical Geometry; With... A Treatise on the Construction of Staircases and Handrails ... Preceded by Some Necessary Problems in Practical Geometry; With the Sections and Coverings of Prismatic Solids (Hardcover)
Peter 1765-1844 Nicholson
R829 Discovery Miles 8 290 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Working Guide to Pump and Pumping Stations - Calculations and Simulations (Paperback): E Shashi Menon Working Guide to Pump and Pumping Stations - Calculations and Simulations (Paperback)
E Shashi Menon
R2,343 Discovery Miles 23 430 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Working Guide to Pumps and Pumping Stations: Calculations and Simulations discusses the application of pumps and pumping stations used in pipelines that transport liquids. It provides an introduction to the basic theory of pumps and how pumps are applied to practical situations using examples of simulations, without extensive mathematical analysis. The book begins with basic concepts such as the types of pumps used in the industry; the properties of liquids; the performance curve; and the Bernoullis equation. It then looks at the factors that affect pump performance and the various methods of calculating pressure loss in piping systems. This is followed by discussions of pump system head curves; applications and economics of centrifugal pumps and pipeline systems; and pump simulation using the software PUMPCALC. In most cases, the theory is explained and followed by solved example problems in both U.S. Customary System (English) and SI (metric) units. Additional practice problems are provided in each chapter as further exercise. This book was designed to be a working guide for engineers and technicians dealing with centrifugal pumps in the water, petroleum, oil, chemical, and process industries.

Rechenzentrums-Sicherheit - Sicherheitstechnische Beurteilung, Maanahmen Gegen Gefahrdungen (English, German, Hardcover):... Rechenzentrums-Sicherheit - Sicherheitstechnische Beurteilung, Maanahmen Gegen Gefahrdungen (English, German, Hardcover)
Wolfgang J. Friedl
R1,586 Discovery Miles 15 860 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

1 Die wirtschaftliche Bedeutung der Schutzmassnahmen fur EDV-Anlagen.- 2 Voraussetzungen und Anforderungen an die sicherheits-gerechte Konzipierung eines Hochsicherheitsbereichs.- 3 Unterschiedliche Gefahrdungen fur Rechenzentren.- 3.1 Einbruch/Diebstahl, Sabotage und Vandalismus.- 3.2 Brand, Verrauchung.- 3.3 Fehlfunktionen in der Klimatisierung.- 3.4 Wassereinbruch.- 3.5 Elektrische Versorgung.- 3.5.1 Aufrechterhaltung der Stromversorgung.- 3.5.2 UEberspannungen und Blitzschlag.- 3.6 Datenverlust.- 3.7 Sonstige Gefahren.- 4 Moegliche Analysemethoden.- 5 Schema der konkreten Risiko- und Schutzniveauermittlung.- 5.1 Massnahmen gegen Einbruch, Diebstahl, Sabotage und Vandalismus.- 5.2 Massnahmen gegen Feuer und Verrauchung.- 5.3 Massnahmen gegen Fehlfunktionen der Klimatisierung.- 5.4 Massnahmen gegen Beschadigungen durch Wasser bzw. fehlerhafte Versorgung.- 5.5 Massnahmen zur Aufrechterhaltung der gleichbleibenden Stromversorgung.- 5.6 Massnahmen gegen Datenverlust.- 5.7 Sonstige sicherheitsrelevante Kriterien.- 5.8 Zusammenfassende Benotung der analysierten Risiken.- 6 Sicherheitsmanagement: Organisation und Realisierung der sicherheitstechnischen Massnahmen.- 7 Sicherheitsgerechter EDV-Betrieb.- 8 Organisatorische Schritte zur permanenten Beibehaltung des Niveaus des ursprunglich entworfenen Sicherheitskonzepts.- 8.1 Menschliche Aspekte.- 8.2 Technische Massnahmen.- 9 Katastrophenvorsorge.- 9.1 Katastrophenplan.- 9.2 Backup-Konzepte.- 9.3 Versicherungskonzepte fur Hochsicherheitsbereiche.- 10 Schlussworte und Aussicht.

Vehicle Location and Navigation Systems (Hardcover): Yilin Zhao Vehicle Location and Navigation Systems (Hardcover)
Yilin Zhao
R2,750 Discovery Miles 27 500 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Offers the detailed interdisciplinary information needed to understand, design and implement advanced intelligent transportation systems. The text presents principles and practices that can be applied to a wide range of vehicle location and navigation systems - placing special emphasis on the vehicle side of the system - and synthesizes information scattered among different engineering fields. The technologies covered include fuzzy-logic-based algorithms, the field-emitter display (FED), and a software technology for 3-D map displays.

ISFRAM 2014 - Proceedings of the International Symposium on Flood Research and Management (Hardcover, 2015 ed.): Sahol Hamid... ISFRAM 2014 - Proceedings of the International Symposium on Flood Research and Management (Hardcover, 2015 ed.)
Sahol Hamid Abu Bakar, Wardah Tahir, Marfiah Ab Wahid, Siti Rashidah Mohd Nasir, Rohana Hassan
R5,662 R5,027 Discovery Miles 50 270 Save R635 (11%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book highlights research in flood related areas and sustainable management conducted by researchers around the world, compiling their innovative work in order to share best practices for managing floods and recommended flood solutions. The individual papers cover the fundamentals and latest advances in the areas of flood research and management, providing in-depth coverage complemented by illustrations, diagrams and tables. The book offers a valuable source of information on methods and state-of-the art technology for effective flood management.

Physics of Societal Issues - Calculations on National Security, Environment, and Energy (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2014): David... Physics of Societal Issues - Calculations on National Security, Environment, and Energy (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2014)
David Hafemeister
R1,575 Discovery Miles 15 750 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book provides the reader with essential tools needed to analyze complex societal issues and demonstrates the transition from physics to modern-day laws and treaties. This second edition features new equation-oriented material and extensive data sets drawing upon current information from experts in their fields. Problems to challenge the reader and extend discussion are presented on three timely issues:

National Security: Weapons, Offense, Defense, Verification, Nuclear Proliferation, Terrorism

Environment: Air/Water, Nuclear, Climate Change, EM Fields/Epidemiology

Energy: Current Energy Situation, Buildings, Solar Buildings, Renewable Energy, Enhanced End-Use Efficiency, Transportation, Economics

Praise for the first edition:

""This insight is needed in Congress and the Executive Branch. Hafemeister, a former Congressional fellow with wide Washington experience, has written a book for physicists, chemists and engineers who want to learn science and policy on weapons, energy, and the environment. Scientists who want to make a difference will want this book.""

Richard Scribner, first Director, Congressional Science and

Engineering Fellow Program, AAAS

""Hafemeister shows how much one can understand about nuclear weapons and missile issues through simple back-of-the-envelope calculations. He also provides compact explanations of the partially successful attempts that have been made over the past 60 years to control these weapons of mass destruction. Hopefully, Physics of Societal Issues will help interest a new generation of physicists in continuing this work.""

Frank von Hippel, Professor, Princeton, former Assistant Director,

National Security, White House, OSTP

""Energy policy must be quantitative. People who don't calculate economic tradeoffs often champion simplistic hardware. The solution is more... nuclear power, or electric cars, or photovoltaics, etc. Some simple physics will show that the true solution matches supply and demand as an integrated resource plan. Physics of Societal Issues is a good place to begin this journey.""

Arthur Rosenfeld, former California Energy Commissioner,

Professor-emeritus, U. of California-Berkeley

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Seaside Building Design: Principles and Practice - Buildings in Maritime Zones (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018): Ali Sayigh Seaside Building Design: Principles and Practice - Buildings in Maritime Zones (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018)
Ali Sayigh
R3,402 Discovery Miles 34 020 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This one of a kind reference gathers numerous new studies examining the design of buildings in seaside locations. Chapters discuss design for various locations and seaside climates and include information regarding climate, materials, concepts of cooling and heating, vegetation and micro-climate, and weather conditions and sustainability. This book provides architects, engineers, builders, and students with design examples and applications that will enable them to design and build comfortable, cost-effective and sustainable buildings in maritime zones.

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