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Modeling and Monitoring of Pipelines and Networks - Advanced Tools for Automatic Monitoring and Supervision of Pipelines... Modeling and Monitoring of Pipelines and Networks - Advanced Tools for Automatic Monitoring and Supervision of Pipelines (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Cristina Verde, Lizeth Torres
R4,097 Discovery Miles 40 970 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book focuses on the analysis and design of advanced techniques for on-line automatic computational monitoring of pipelines and pipe networks. It discusses how to improve the systems' security considering mathematical models of the flow, historical flow rate and pressure data, with the main goal of reducing the number of sensors installed along a pipeline. The techniques presented in the book have been implemented in digital systems to enhance the abilities of the pipeline network's operators in recognizing anomalies. A real leak scenario in a Mexican water pipeline is used to illustrate the benefits of these techniques in locating the position of a leak. Intended for an interdisciplinary audience, the book addresses researchers and professionals in the areas of mechanical, civil and control engineering. It covers topics on fluid mechanics, instrumentation, automatic control, signal processing, computing, construction and diagnostic technologies.

New Frontiers in Oil and Gas Exploration (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016): Congrui Jin, Gianluca... New Frontiers in Oil and Gas Exploration (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)
Congrui Jin, Gianluca Cusatis
R4,418 Discovery Miles 44 180 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This contributed volume presents a multi-perspective collection of the latest research findings on oil and gas exploration and imparts insight that can greatly assist in understanding field behavior, design of test programs, and design of field operations. With this book, engineers also gain a powerful guide to the most commonly used numerical simulation methods that aid in reservoir modelling. In addition, the contributors explore development of technologies that allow for cost effective oil and gas exploration while minimizing the impact on our water resources, surface and groundwater aquifers, geological stability of impacted areas, air quality, and infrastructure assets such as roads, pipelines, water, and wastewater networks. Easy to understand, the book identifies equipment and procedural problems inherent to oil and gas operations and provides systematic approaches for solving them.

Groundwater Engineering (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 2017): Yiqun Tang, Jie Zhou, Ping Yang, Jingjing... Groundwater Engineering (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 2017)
Yiqun Tang, Jie Zhou, Ping Yang, Jingjing YAN, Nianqing Zhou
R4,386 Discovery Miles 43 860 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Integrating information from several areas of engineering geology, hydrogeology, geotechnical engineering, this book addresses the general field of groundwater from an engineering perspective. It covers geological engineering as well as hydrogeological and environmental geological problems caused by groundwater engineering. It includes 10 chapters, i.e., basic groundwater theory, parameter calculation in hydrogeology, prevention of geological problem caused by groundwater, construction dewatering, wellpoint dewatering methods, dewatering wells and drilling, groundwater dewatering in foundation-pit engineering, groundwater engineering in bedrock areas, numerical simulation in groundwater engineering, groundwater corrosion on concrete and steel. Based on up-to-date literature, it describes recent developments and presents several case studies with examples and problems. It is an essential reference source for industrial and academic researchers working in the groundwater field and can also serve as lecture-based course material providing fundamental information and practical tools for both senior undergraduate and postgraduate students in fields of geology engineering, hydrogeology, geotechnical engineering or to conduct related research.

Geotechnical Hazards from Large Earthquakes and Heavy Rainfalls (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017):... Geotechnical Hazards from Large Earthquakes and Heavy Rainfalls (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Hemanta Hazarika, Motoki Kazama, Wei F. Lee
R5,684 Discovery Miles 56 840 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book is a collection of papers presented at the International Workshop on Geotechnical Natural Hazards held July 12-15, 2014, in Kitakyushu, Japan. The workshop was the sixth in the series of Japan-Taiwan Joint Workshops on Geotechnical Hazards from Large Earthquakes and Heavy Rainfalls, held under the auspices of the Asian Technical Committee No. 3 on Geotechnology for Natural Hazards of the International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering. It was co-organized by the Japanese Geotechnical Society and the Taiwanese Geotechnical Society. The contents of this book focus on geotechnical and natural hazard-related issues in Asia such as earthquakes, tsunami, rainfall-induced debris flows, slope failures, and landslides. The book contains the latest information and mitigation technology on earthquake- and rainfall-induced geotechnical natural hazards. By dissemination of the latest state-of-the-art research in the area, the information contained in this book will help researchers, designers, consultants, government officials, and academicians involved in the mitigation of natural hazards. The findings and other information provided here is expected to contribute toward the development of a new chapter in disaster prevention and mitigation of geotechnical structures.

Historical Earthquake-Resistant Timber Framing in the Mediterranean Area - HEaRT 2015 (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the... Historical Earthquake-Resistant Timber Framing in the Mediterranean Area - HEaRT 2015 (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)
Helena Cruz, Jose Saporiti Machado, Alfredo Campos Costa, Paulo Xavier Candeias, Nicola Ruggieri, …
R4,401 Discovery Miles 44 010 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents a selection of the best papers from the HEaRT 2015 conference, held in Lisbon, Portugal, which provided a valuable forum for engineers and architects, researchers and educators to exchange views and findings concerning the technological history, construction features and seismic behavior of historical timber-framed walls in the Mediterranean countries. The topics covered are wide ranging and include historical aspects and examples of the use of timber-framed construction systems in response to earthquakes, such as the gaiola system in Portugal and the Bourbon system in southern Italy; interpretation of the response of timber-framed walls to seismic actions based on calculations and experimental tests; assessment of the effectiveness of repair and strengthening techniques, e.g., using aramid fiber wires or sheets; and modelling analyses. In addition, on the basis of case studies, a methodology is presented that is applicable to diagnosis, strengthening and improvement of seismic performance and is compatible with modern theoretical principles and conservation criteria. It is hoped that, by contributing to the knowledge of this construction technique, the book will help to promote conservation of this important component of Europe's architectural heritage.

Probabilistic Approaches for Geotechnical Site Characterization and Slope Stability Analysis (Paperback, Softcover reprint of... Probabilistic Approaches for Geotechnical Site Characterization and Slope Stability Analysis (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Zijun Cao, Yu Wang, Dianqing Li
R2,873 Discovery Miles 28 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This is the first book to revisit geotechnical site characterization from a probabilistic point of view and provide rational tools to probabilistically characterize geotechnical properties and underground stratigraphy using limited information obtained from a specific site. This book not only provides new probabilistic approaches for geotechnical site characterization and slope stability analysis, but also tackles the difficulties in practical implementation of these approaches. In addition, this book also develops efficient Monte Carlo simulation approaches for slope stability analysis and implements these approaches in a commonly available spreadsheet environment. These approaches and the software package are readily available to geotechnical practitioners and alleviate them from reliability computational algorithms. The readers will find useful information for a non-specialist to determine project-specific statistics of geotechnical properties and to perform probabilistic analysis of slope stability.

Climate Change in the Himalayas (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018): G.B. Pant, P Pradeep Kumar,... Climate Change in the Himalayas (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018)
G.B. Pant, P Pradeep Kumar, Jayashree V Revadekar, Narendra Singh
R2,628 Discovery Miles 26 280 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book analyzes the issues associated with climate change in the Himalayas. The purpose of choosing the Himalayas as a focus is because it is a particularly fragile mountain system, highly sensitive to climate change impacts, and it contains one of the largest human populations affected by climate change. The book provides extensive data and information regarding the climate history of the Himalayas, and the current effects of climate change on Himalayan weather systems, and on human and animal populations in the region. The book begins with an overview of global climate change with discussions of data trends and international initiatives, then segues into a history of climate changes and weather trends in the Himalayas. Weather systems of the Himalayas, both past and current, are analyzed and detailed through climate models, seasonal observations of weather fronts, and overviews of various climate scenarios. The book then discusses climate change impacts and signat ures specific to the Central Himalayan region, where the largest effects of impacts are observed. Readers will discover analysis presented on water resources, meteorological changes, biodiversity, agriculture and human health along with perspectives of management and policy. This book will appeal to researchers studying climate science, climatology, environmental scientists and policymakers.

River Contracts and Integrated Water Management in Europe (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016): Maria... River Contracts and Integrated Water Management in Europe (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)
Maria Laura Scaduto
R2,828 Discovery Miles 28 280 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book aims to stimulate new thinking on the roles of river contracts in the protection and management of hydrographic resources and ecosystems and in the sustainable development of dependent territories and communities. Up-to-date information is provided on a range of topics relating to river contracts, including their relevance to implementation of the EU Water Framework Directive on integrated river basin management. The importance of river contracts for innovation in territorial planning and governance is explored with the aid of comparative analysis between France and Italy that encompasses water management policies, legislative frameworks, contents and procedures, and stakeholder rules and participation. This analysis is supported by enlightening case studies in urbanized and rural contexts within the two countries. The book will be of high interest for all who wish to understand the potential of river contracts to create innovative forums for dialogue and knowledge sharing between public/private stakeholders and local communities and to prompt a new form of governance of river ecosystems and territories that is compliant with the subsidiarity principle.

Frontiers in Wastewater Treatment and Modelling - FICWTM 2017 (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017):... Frontiers in Wastewater Treatment and Modelling - FICWTM 2017 (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Giorgio Mannina
R11,370 Discovery Miles 113 700 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book describes the latest research advances, innovations, and applications in the field of water management and environmental engineering as presented by leading researchers, engineers, life scientists and practitioners from around the world at the Frontiers International Conference on Wastewater Treatment (FICWTM), held in Palermo, Italy in May 2017. The topics covered are highly diverse and include the physical processes of mixing and dispersion, biological developments and mathematical modeling, such as computational fluid dynamics in wastewater, MBBR and hybrid systems, membrane bioreactors, anaerobic digestion, reduction of greenhouse gases from wastewater treatment plants, and energy optimization. The contributions amply demonstrate that the application of cost-effective technologies for waste treatment and control is urgently needed so as to implement appropriate regulatory measures that ensure pollution prevention and remediation, safeguard public health, and preserve the environment. The contributions were selected by means of a rigorous peer-review process and highlight many exciting ideas that will spur novel research directions and foster multidisciplinary collaboration among different water specialists.

The Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate - Special Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (Paperback):... The Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate - Special Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (Paperback)
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
R2,614 Discovery Miles 26 140 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is the leading international body for assessing the science related to climate change. It provides policymakers with regular assessments of the scientific basis of human-induced climate change, its impacts and future risks, and options for adaptation and mitigation. This IPCC Special Report on the Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate is the most comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of the observed and projected changes to the ocean and cryosphere and their associated impacts and risks, with a focus on resilience, risk management response options, and adaptation measures, considering both their potential and limitations. It brings together knowledge on physical and biogeochemical changes, the interplay with ecosystem changes, and the implications for human communities. It serves policymakers, decision makers, stakeholders, and all interested parties with unbiased, up-to-date, policy-relevant information. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.

Carbon Emissions in China (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016): Zhu Liu Carbon Emissions in China (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)
Zhu Liu
R3,154 Discovery Miles 31 540 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This study analyzes the spatial-temporal pattern and processes of China's energy-related carbon emissions. Based on extensive quantitative analysis, it outlines the character and trajectory of China's energy-related carbon emissions during the period 1995-2010, examining the distribution pattern of China's carbon emissions from regional and sectoral perspectives and revealing the driving factors of China's soaring emission increase. Further, the book investigates the supply chain carbon emissions (the carbon footprints) of China's industrial sectors. Anthropogenic climate change is one of the most serious challenges currently facing humankind. China is the world's largest developing country, top primary energy consumer and carbon emitter. Achieving both economic growth and environmental conservation is the country's twofold challenge. Understanding the status, features and driving forces of China's energy-related carbon emissions is a critical aspect of attaining global sustainability. This work, for the first time, presents both key findings on and a systematic evaluation of China's carbon emissions from energy consumption. The results have important implications for global carbon budgets and burden-sharing with regard to climate change mitigation. The book will be of great interest to readers around the world, as it addresses a topic of truly global significance.

Fundamentals of Estuarine Physical Oceanography (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017): Luiz Bruner de... Fundamentals of Estuarine Physical Oceanography (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Luiz Bruner de Miranda, Fernando Pinheiro Andutta, Bjoern Kjerfve, Belmiro Mendes de Castro Filho
R2,691 Discovery Miles 26 910 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book provides an introduction to the complex system functions, variability and human interference in ecosystem between the continent and the ocean. It focuses on circulation, transport and mixing of estuarine and coastal water masses, which is ultimately related to an understanding of the hydrographic and hydrodynamic characteristics (salinity, temperature, density and circulation), mixing processes (advection and diffusion), transport timescales such as the residence time and the exposure time. In the area of physical oceanography, experiments using these water bodies as a natural laboratory and interpreting their circulation and mixing processes using theoretical and semi-theoretical knowledge are of fundamental importance. Small-scale physical models may also be used together with analytical and numerical models. The book highlights the fact that research and theory are interactive, and the results provide the fundamentals for the development of the estuarine research.

Transition Curves for Highway Geometric Design (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017): Andrzej Kobryn Transition Curves for Highway Geometric Design (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Andrzej Kobryn
R3,365 Discovery Miles 33 650 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book provides concise descriptions of the various solutions of transition curves, which can be used in geometric design of roads and highways. It presents mathematical methods and curvature functions for defining transition curves.

Aeolian Processes as Dust Storms in the Deserts of Central Asia and Kazakhstan (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original... Aeolian Processes as Dust Storms in the Deserts of Central Asia and Kazakhstan (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Gulnura Issanova, Jilili Abuduwaili
R2,873 Discovery Miles 28 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book highlights the aeolian processes in the desert zone of Kazakhstan and Central Asian Deserts, and analyzes the current status of dust and sand storms in Central Asia and Kazakhstan. It also highlights the analyses, dynamics and long-term observations of storms on the basis of numerous cartographic materials and satellite images. Dust/sand storms are a common and important phenomenon in the arid and semi-arid regions of Kazakhstan and Central Asia as well,especially in its southern parts, where areas are covered by a great variety of deserts and offer a significant source of mineral and salt aerosols. The deserts of Kazakhstan mostly cover lowlands and extend from the eastern coast of the Caspian Sea to the piedmonts of the Tien-Shan Mountain. In Kazakhstan and Central Asia desertification processes due to wind erosion in the form of dust/sand storms were observed in semi-desert and desert landscapes.

The Weather Detective - Rediscovering Nature's Secret Signs (Hardcover): Peter Wohlleben The Weather Detective - Rediscovering Nature's Secret Signs (Hardcover)
Peter Wohlleben
R498 R466 Discovery Miles 4 660 Save R32 (6%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Multi-hazard Approaches to Civil Infrastructure Engineering (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016): Paolo... Multi-hazard Approaches to Civil Infrastructure Engineering (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)
Paolo Gardoni, James M Lafave
R5,973 Discovery Miles 59 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This collection focuses on the development of novel approaches to address one of the most pressing challenges of civil engineering, namely the mitigation of natural hazards. Numerous engineering books to date have focused on, and illustrate considerable progress toward, mitigation of individual hazards (earthquakes, wind, and so forth.). The current volume addresses concerns related to overall safety, sustainability and resilience of the built environment when subject to multiple hazards: natural disaster events that are concurrent and either correlated (e.g., wind and surge); uncorrelated (e.g., earthquake and flood); cascading (e.g., fire following earthquake); or uncorrelated and occurring at different times (e.g., wind and earthquake). The authors examine a range of specific topics including methodologies for vulnerability assessment of structures, new techniques to reduce the system demands through control systems; instrumentation, monitoring and condition assessment of structures and foundations; new techniques for repairing structures that have suffered damage during past events, or for structures that have been found in need of strengthening; development of new design provisions that consider multiple hazards, as well as questions from law and the humanities relevant to the management of natural and human-made hazards.

Groundwater Prospecting and Management (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016): H.P. Patra, Shyamal Kumar... Groundwater Prospecting and Management (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)
H.P. Patra, Shyamal Kumar Adhikari, Subrata Kunar
R4,013 Discovery Miles 40 130 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The book provides an elaborate treatment of groundwater prospecting and management covering remote sensing, geological-geophysical cum hydrogeological studies, exploration (geological and geophysical), development (well logging techniques, pump test, its analysis and applications in well design), contamination (pollution of groundwater) and regulatory legislations regarding groundwater utilization under one cover. The book presents an elucidation of fundamental and theoretical background of each technique supported by necessary illustrative examples and exclusive case studies. It is a text-cum-reference book not only for students, research scholars and practicing earth scientists but also for practicing civil and agricultural engineers working in the application of groundwater resources, engaged in its exploration, development, contamination, legislation and management. The general readers can also refer the book for understanding the groundwater domain for adequate knowledge, as groundwater resources are essential life support commodity which is replenishable but not inexhaustible.

Fly Ash Zeolites - Innovations, Applications, and Directions (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016):... Fly Ash Zeolites - Innovations, Applications, and Directions (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)
Bhagwanjee Jha, Devendra Narain Singh
R3,611 Discovery Miles 36 110 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents a thorough review of the state-of-knowledge and recent innovations in the synthesis of pure and improved grades of fly ash zeolites (FAZ). Addressing improvements to conventional methods, it also showcases a novel technique for the synthesis of high cation exchangers from fly ash and detailed characterization techniques for the products obtained. In addition, it examines in detail various areas of specific applications of fly ash zeolites. Over the years, several methods such as hydrothermal, fusion prior to hydrothermal, microwave assisted hydrothermal and molten salt techniques for producing FAZ have been developed. However, one-step and two-step reactions between the fly ash and alkali usually generate alkaline wastes that may cause environmental contamination. In addition, the separation of FAZ from the partially activated fly ash (the impurities) remains a major concern for researchers and industrialists alike. In view of these challenges, this book presents a novel technique for three-step activation (TSA), which focuses on recycling the fly ash-NaOH-water reaction by-products until zeolitic residue is formed. The FAZ (the final residue after third step reactions) synthesized in this manner exhibits exceptionally high cation exchange capacity, specific surface area and pore area. This book offers a comprehensive compendium of reading material on fly ash and its recycled product, the zeolites. Students at both undergraduate and graduate levels, researchers, and practicing engineers will all find this book to be a valuable guide in their respective fields.

Aviation Turbulence - Processes, Detection, Prediction (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016): Robert... Aviation Turbulence - Processes, Detection, Prediction (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)
Robert Sharman, Todd Lane
R6,387 Discovery Miles 63 870 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Anyone who has experienced turbulence in flight knows that it is usually not pleasant, and may wonder why this is so difficult to avoid. The book includes papers by various aviation turbulence researchers and provides background into the nature and causes of atmospheric turbulence that affect aircraft motion, and contains surveys of the latest techniques for remote and in situ sensing and forecasting of the turbulence phenomenon. It provides updates on the state-of-the-art research since earlier studies in the 1960s on clear-air turbulence, explains recent new understanding into turbulence generation by thunderstorms, and summarizes future challenges in turbulence prediction and avoidance.

New Prospects in Geotechnical Engineering Aspects of Civil Infrastructures - Proceedings of the 5th GeoChina International... New Prospects in Geotechnical Engineering Aspects of Civil Infrastructures - Proceedings of the 5th GeoChina International Conference 2018 - Civil Infrastructures Confronting Severe Weathers and Climate Changes: From Failure to Sustainability, held on July 23 to 25, 2018 in HangZhou, China (Paperback, 1st ed. 2019)
Hadi Khabbaz, Heejung Youn, Mounir Bouassida
R2,873 Discovery Miles 28 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents new studies by a group of researchers and practitioners to address many geotechnical challenges, based on the state-of-the-art practices, innovative technologies, new research results and case histories in construction and design towards safer infrastructures. The book provides an advancement in technologies to incorporate the impact of global climate change, world's population is rising fast and the rate of urbanization on civil infrastructures. Papers were selected from the 5th GeoChina International Conference 2018 - Civil Infrastructures Confronting Severe Weathers and Climate Changes: From Failure to Sustainability, held on July 23 to 25, 2018 in HangZhou, China.

Tunneling in Soft Ground, Ground Conditioning and Modification Techniques - Proceedings of the 5th GeoChina International... Tunneling in Soft Ground, Ground Conditioning and Modification Techniques - Proceedings of the 5th GeoChina International Conference 2018 - Civil Infrastructures Confronting Severe Weathers and Climate Changes: From Failure to Sustainability, held on July 23 to 25, 2018 in HangZhou, China (Paperback, 1st ed. 2019)
Wen-Chieh Cheng, Junsheng Yang, Jinfeng Wang
R3,614 Discovery Miles 36 140 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents new research studies dealing with the attempts made by the scientists and practitioners to address some key engineering issues in tunneling engineering, geotechnical engineering, and municipal sustainability issues that are becoming quite relevant in today's world. With high urbanization rates, advancement in technologies, difficulties in construction of subway tunnel in soft marine clay deposits, and severe ground subsidence due to excessive groundwater withdrawal pose many challenges in their management. Papers were selected from the 5th GeoChina International Conference 2018 - Civil Infrastructures Confronting Severe Weathers and Climate Changes: From Failure to Sustainability, held on July 23 to 25, 2018 in HangZhou, China.

Dynamic Buckling of Columns Inside Oil Wells (Paperback, 1st ed. 2018): Marcelo Anunciacao Jaculli, Jose Ricardo Pelaquim Mendes Dynamic Buckling of Columns Inside Oil Wells (Paperback, 1st ed. 2018)
Marcelo Anunciacao Jaculli, Jose Ricardo Pelaquim Mendes
R1,779 Discovery Miles 17 790 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book introduces the underlying concepts of column dynamics and buckling, based on the latest state-of-the-art research on this innovative topic. It begins with a summary of the basic concepts behind column dynamics and buckling, before moving on to the models for studying dynamic buckling inside oil wells. Four models with increasing complexity are presented: columns without friction; columns with friction; columns inside slant wells; and columns inside offshore wells. Each model is divided into two cases, depending on whether the column is being tripped in or out. A case study is used to demonstrate these models and is further developed as each model is presented and explained. The results include comparisons between the models themselves, thus showing the implications of the adopted hypotheses of each. This book enables academic, industrial, and graduate student readers to fully understand the fundamentals of dynamic buckling and to further develop the presented models for their own research.

Pumps as Turbines - Fundamentals and Applications (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018): Armando... Pumps as Turbines - Fundamentals and Applications (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018)
Armando Carravetta, Shahram Derakhshan Houreh, Helena M. Ramos
R4,594 Discovery Miles 45 940 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book provides users, pump manufactures, engineers, researchers and students with extensive information about pump's behavior in reverse operation. It reports on cutting-edge methods for selecting the proper PAT and improving PAT's efficiency, discusses PAT's reliability, economic issues and environmental impact as well. The book describes in detail electromechanical equipment of PAT systems, their installation and operation, and gives important practical insight into the use of PAT in water transmission and distribution systems, as part of thermal power plants and cooling systems, in oil distribution systems and other systems as well. It reports on different types on PAT control modes as well as on numerical methods useful for PAT analysis and implementation. All in all, the book represents a comprehensive practice-oriented reference-guide to design engineers, as well as PAT general users and manufactures. It also provides researchers with extensive technical information on the use of PAT thus fostering new discussions and ideas to improve current methods and cope with future challenges.

Mathematical Problems of the Dynamics of Incompressible Fluid on a Rotating Sphere (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the... Mathematical Problems of the Dynamics of Incompressible Fluid on a Rotating Sphere (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Yuri N. Skiba
R2,193 Discovery Miles 21 930 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents selected mathematical problems involving the dynamics of a two-dimensional viscous and ideal incompressible fluid on a rotating sphere. In this case, the fluid motion is completely governed by the barotropic vorticity equation (BVE), and the viscosity term in the vorticity equation is taken in its general form, which contains the derivative of real degree of the spherical Laplace operator. This work builds a bridge between basic concepts and concrete outcomes by pursuing a rich combination of theoretical, analytical and numerical approaches, and is recommended for specialists developing mathematical methods for application to problems in physics, hydrodynamics, meteorology and geophysics, as well for upper undergraduate or graduate students in the areas of dynamics of incompressible fluid on a rotating sphere, theory of functions on a sphere, and flow stability.

Theory and Technology of Rock Excavation for Civil Engineering (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017):... Theory and Technology of Rock Excavation for Civil Engineering (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017)
Dingxiang Zou
R3,246 Discovery Miles 32 460 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book summarizes the technical advances in recent decades and the various theories on rock excavation raised by scholars from different countries, including China and Russia. It not only focuses on rock blasting but also illustrates a number of non-blasting methods, such as mechanical excavation in detail. The book consists of 3 parts: Basic Knowledge, Surface Excavation and Underground Excavation. It presents a variety of technical methods and data from diverse sources in the book, making it a valuable theoretical and practical reference resource for engineers, researchers and postgraduates alike.

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