After 20 years of being the ultimate do-it-yourself wine cellar guide in America, this best-selling title is now available in the UK.Worried that your beloved Montrachet is coveting the 50-degree embrace of another's cellar? Think one of your own is out of reach? The classic naturally air-conditioned wine-cellar construction guide is now revised and updated for the modern wine collector who wants or needs a wine cellar but lacks the means to fund a massive renovation, or has do-it-yourself-ness in the blood.The book begins with how to plan for optimum humidity and temperature with a discussion on the best positioning (key to a passive system that takes advantage of an existing structure's natural cooling capabilities and keeping temperature fluctuation to a minimum) and insulation.Section two outlines, step-by-step and with detailed diagrams, every level and aspect of construction, including building of racks and storage bins.Section three is all about the art and science of selecting, recording, tracking and enjoying your wines at their peak performance.

Home is a haven, a place of refuge. But did you know it might be making you sick? If your home is cluttered, overwhelming, and full of chemicals, you need expert advice. Let Natalie Wise help detox your home with products that are healthy for you and your family. You'll find information on why you should start going organic now and the best organic cleaning products and supplies, where to find them, and how to make them. Start with the basics and work your way into every corner of your home . . . from tile grout to shower mold, how to clean lampshades to how to clean water bottles. There are recipes for cleaning nearly every surface in your home from the carpet to stuffed animals. Chapters include: The Kitchen The Bathroom The Living Room The Bedrooms The Laundry Room Clothing and Closets The Kids' Stuff The Home Office or Desk Area The Medicine Cabinet The Catch-All or Mud Room The House Itself: The Ins & Outs If you have questions about keeping an organic home, The Modern Organic Home has answers. You'll also learn storage and organization secrets to keep your home clutter-free, how to manage your time and budget, and why some old-fashioned remedies are still the modern organic way to keep home. Not only will you find your home cleaner and fresher than ever, it will be inviting, welcoming, and an altogether modern organic home. Now is the time to get started. "Keeping home is one of my favorite things. I love having a home that is bright, healthy, happy, and welcoming. Home is our refuge, our place of comfort at the end of a long day, when our hearts need a little refreshment. This is why keeping home is so important to me: my heart lives here. And the hearts of my family and friends. The world out there is harsh; full of heartache and distress. But my people and I deserve the best when we come home. Our home world will not be harsh; it will not be full of heartache and distress. And it sure as heck won't be full of chemicals."

The wildly popular YouTube star behind Clean My Space presents the breakthrough solution to cleaning better with less effort Melissa Maker is beloved by fans all over the world for her completely re-engineered approach to cleaning. As the dynamic new authority on home and living, Melissa knows that to invest any of our precious time in cleaning, we need to see big, long-lasting results. So, she developed her method to help us get the most out of our effort and keep our homes fresh and welcoming every day. In her long-awaited debut book, she shares her revolutionary 3-step solution: - Identify the most important areas (MIAs) in your home that need attention - Select the proper products, tools, and techniques (PTT) for the job - Implement these new cleaning routines so that they stickClean My Space takes the chore out of cleaning with Melissa's incredible tips and cleaning hacks (the power of pretreating!) her lightning fast 5-10 minute -express clean- routines for every room when time is tightest, and her techniques for cleaning even the most daunting places and spaces. And a big bonus: Melissa gives guidance on the best non-toxic, eco-conscious cleaning products and offers natural cleaning solution recipes you can make at home using essential oils to soothe and refresh. With Melissa's simple groundbreaking method you can truly live in a cleaner, more cheerful, and calming home all the time.

Indoor residential environments have a direct influence on human health, both in developed and developing countries. Significant levels of indoor pollution can make housing unsafe and can negatively impact on human health. Housing, therefore, is a key health factor for people all over the world, and various parameters such as air quality, ventilation, hygrothermal comfort, lighting, physical environment, building efficiency, and others can contribute to healthy architecture and the conditions that can result from the poor application of these parameters. Health and Well-Being Considerations in the Design of Indoor Environments addresses issues concerning indoor environmental quality (IEQ), including air quality and ventilation, access to daylight and views, acoustic conditions, and control over lighting and thermal comfort, as well as the impact that this environment can have on human health and mental well-being. The book also investigates the functional aspects of interior design such as whether the layout provides easy access to tools and sufficient space for occupants. It also considers energy demand and building energy losses due to such issues as air renovations and enclosure infiltrations. Covering topics such as sustainable design, pollution, building materials, and lighting, this book is an effective resource for students, professors, academicians, researchers, architects, designers, planners, engineers, interior designers, building managers, construction companies, and other industry professionals looking to increase building occupant satisfaction by considering all aspects of IEQ.

Originally published by "Popular Mechanics" in 1941, this classic manual is a testament to the ingenuity and dedication of American craftsmen. The collected projects, written by various craftsmen, demonstrate how to build a 10-inch thickness planer, a "swing saw" (or cut-off saw), and a hand-built hydraulic press, in addition to drill presses, jigsaws, sanders, bending brakes, band saws, a wood lathe, and many other useful machines. All of these machines are built with simple and highly available materials, and every project is accompanied by the original instructions, illustrations, and measured drawings. In addition, this vintage reprint offers its readers a unique look into a period in American history--when materials and labor were stretched thin, and American craftsmen were forced to "bootstrap" solutions out of the bare essentials available to them.

Diese Publikation befa t sich mit der Entwicklung einer Steuerung f}r die Freiformfl{chenbearbeitung mit der M-glichkeit, Bahnvorgaben in Parameterkoodinaten der Fl{chenbeschreibung zu interpolieren. Die damit verbundenen Vorteile sind der durchg{ngige Informationsflu f}r Geometriedaten, die Reduktion der NC-Datenmenge, die Flexibilit{t des Fr{sereinsatzes und die hohe Bearbeitungsgeschwindigkeit. Es wurde eine erweiterte NC-Programmierschnittstelle nach DIN 66025 zur Freiformfl{chenbearbeitung spezifiziert. Wesentlich dabei ist die Definitionvon beliebigen Fl{chenkurven als Fr{sbahn. Durch Verwendung der B-Spline-Kurvenapproximation werden alle in konventionellen Steuerungen vorkommenden Bahnen in einer einheitlichen Polynomform f}r die Sollwerterzeugung dargestellt. Ein darauf basierendes Einschrittverfahren zur allgemeinen Polynominterpolation wurde entwickelt. Die neuen Interpolationsverfahren und -strukturen f}r die Freiformfl{chenbearbeitung zeigen, da nur durch Spline-Generierung sowohl f}r die Bahn als auch f}r die Orientierung eine hohe Bahngenauigkeit zu gew{hrleisten ist. Aus den gewonnenen Ergebnissen wurde die Struktur einer fl{chenorientierten Steuerdatenaufbereitung in der Steuerung festgelegt. Inhalts}bersicht: Abk}rzungen und Formelzeichen - Einleitung - Problemstellung und Stand der Technik - NC-Programmierschnittstelle f}r die Freiformfl{chenbearbeitung - Allgemeine Polynominterpolation zur Sollwerterzeugung - Fl{chenorientierte Steuerdatenaufbereitung f}r das f}nfachsige Fr{sen - Realisierung - Zusammenfassung - Schrifttum

Die vorliegende Arbeit entstand wahrend meiner Assistentenzeit am Institut fur Werkzeugmaschinen und Betriebswissenschaften (iwb) der Technischen Universitat Munchen. Zu besonderen Dank bin ich Herrn Professor Dr. -Ing. J. Milberg verpflichtet, der die Arbeit anregte, mich durch wertvolle Kritik stets unterstutzte und mir durch ein grosses Mass an gewahrter Selbststandigkeit sein Vertrauen bewies. Desweiteren danke ich Herrn Prof. Dr. -Ing. K. Th. Renius fur die sehr aufmerksame Durchsicht der Arbeit und die Anregungen, die sich daraus ergaben. Ebenso moechte ich Herrn Prof. Dr. -Ing. M. Weck, RWTH Aachen, fur die grund- liche Durchsicht der Arbeit und die UEbernahme des Koreferates danken. Der Fa. Aesculap AG, Tuttlingen, die chirurgische Gerate und Versuchswerkzeuge zur Verfugung stellte, bin ich ebenso zu Dank verpflichtet. Weiterhin danke ich allen Studenten sowie allen Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeitern des Lehrstuhls, die mir tatkraftig zur Seite standen. Munchen im Oktober 1992 Helmut Hansmaier Inhaltsverzeichnis 1 Einleitung 1 1. 1 Allgemeines und Problemstellung 1. 2 Stand der Technik . . 2 1. 3 Zielsetzung der Arbeit 11 1. 4 Vorgehensweise und Arbeitsschwerpunkte . 12 2 Experimentelle Analyse des Istzustandes der Untersuchungs- genstande 15 2. 1 Untersuchungsgegenstande 15 2. 2 Strukturdynamische Eigenschaften der Untersuchungsobjekte . 18 2. 2. 1 Beruhrungslose Modalanalyse an Kreissageblattern 18 2. 2. 2 Koerperschallmessungen an der Antriebseinheit 22 2. 3 Akustisches Verhalten der Untersuchungsobjekte . . . 27 2. 4 Zusammenfassung und Erkenntnisse der experimentellen Unter- chungen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 3 Gestaltungs- und Bemessungsprinzipien von gerauscharmen - rianten 38 3. 1 Modelldarstellung zur Gerauschentstehung und Gerauschabstrahlung 38 3. 2 Loesungsansatze fur Kreissageblatter . .

In just three years, Instructables.com has become one of the hottest destinations for makers and DIY enthusiasts of all stripes. Known as 'the world's biggest show & tell', makers from around the globe post how-to articles on a staggering variety of topics - from collecting rainwater for lawn care to hacking toy robots to extracting squid ink. Now, with more than 10,000 articles, the Instructables staff and editors of "Make Magazine" - with help from the Instructables community - have put together a collection of solid, time- and user-tested technology projects from the site."The Best of Instructables Volume 1" includes plenty of clear, full-color photographs, complete step-by-step instructions, as well as tips, tricks, and new build techniques you won't find anywhere else - even material never seen before on Instructables. Some of the more popular how-to articles include: the LED Throwie - magnetized electronic graffiti that's become a phenomenon; how to make a cheap CNC milling machine out of plumbing parts, printer motors, and a rotary tool; innovative gaming hacks, such as how to add LED lights and custom-molded buttons to a video game controller; and, new twists on personal items, such as the Paper Wallet and Electric Umbrella.While the book focuses on technology, it also includes articles on creating cool furniture from cheap components, and ways of making your own toys. Anything but a reference book, "The Best of Instructables Volume I" embodies the inspirational fun, creativity, and sense of community that has attracted more than 200,000 registered members in just 3 years. Many of the articles include sidebars that show how other builders have realized or improved upon the same project. Making things is cool again: everyone wants to be a creator, not just a consumer. This is the spirit of the 'new handy heyday', fostered by Instructables.com, "Make Magazine", and others, and celebrated by this incredible book - "The Best of Instructables Volume 1".

The first highly illustrated, comprehensive guide to light straw clay - a high performance, low-impact, durable building material Light straw clay - straw mixed with clay slip - is a versatile, easy-to-use wall building material. Also called "slip-straw", its durability has been proven in beautiful, centuries-old buildings across Northern Europe and in modern high-performance buildings in North America. Building code compliant in the US and using "waste" materials with high insulation value and excellent moisture handling qualities, it's both high-performance and low-impact. Yet until now, there has been no practical guide to using the material in a wide variety of construction and renovation projects. Distilling decades of experience, Essential Light Straw Clay Construction is a fully illustrated step-by-step guide, ideal for both the DIYer and professional designer and builder alike. It covers: Material specifications, performance, and when and where to use it Estimating quantities, costs, and sourcing Illustrated, step-by-step guidance for mixing and installation, including "slip-chip" variations Detail drawings for various wall systems including stud, timber, and pole framing, Larsen trusses, I-joists, plus retrofits Code references, compliance, and best practice Finishing and maintenance techniques Additional resources. Lydia Doleman , a licenced contractor, taught carpentry and natural building at Solar Energy International in Colorado and was lead ecological builder for Portland's City Repair project. She's created beautiful, high-performance, low-impact buildings across the Northwest, from Portland's first permitted straw bale home and The Rebuilding Center's cob entryway, to a 3,300-sq. f light clay straw brewery. She's written for The Last Straw Journal and Permaculture Activist and appeared on NBC News and HGTV's Off Beat America . Lydia lives in southern Oregon.

From wastestream to mainstream, a practical guide to composting toilet systems. Composting toilets are a key feature for local resilience, money saving, water conservation, resource recovery, septic system replacement, and an improved bathroom experience in rural and urban buildings. Essential Composting Toilets is a streamlined manual that takes a practical, how-to approach to composting toilet system selection, design, installation, and operation, while meeting universal health and safety objectives. Drawing from existing regulations and research, this book dispels myths and provides tools to assess various systems. It includes: Easily-understood drawings, plans, and photos Coverage of all main composting toilet systems Selection criteria including site considerations, urine separation pros/cons, renovations/new builds, ventilation, servicing, and composting details Design and installation details. Offering a professional approach accessible to DIYers, homeowners, designers, building consultants, water conservation advocates, and regulators, Essential Composting Toilets provides key information for redesigning toilet systems anywhere in the world.