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The Great Race - The Global Quest for the Car of the Future (Paperback): Levi Tillemann The Great Race - The Global Quest for the Car of the Future (Paperback)
Levi Tillemann
R431 Discovery Miles 4 310 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Aviation System Risks and Safety (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019): Kuklev E.A., Shapkin V.S., Filippov V.L., Shatrakov Y.G. Aviation System Risks and Safety (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)
Kuklev E.A., Shapkin V.S., Filippov V.L., Shatrakov Y.G.
R3,612 Discovery Miles 36 120 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book provides a solution to "rare event" problems without using the classical theory of reliability and theory of probability. This solution is based on the methodology of risk assessment as "measure of danger" (in keeping with the ICS RAS) and an expert approach to determining systems' safety indications using Fuzzy Sets methods. Further, the book puts forward a new concept: "Reliability, Risks, and Safety" (RRS). The book's main goal is to generalize present results and underscore the need to develop an alternative approach to safety level assessment and risk management for technical (aviation) systems in terms of Fuzzy Sets objects, in addition to traditional probabilistic safety analysis (PSA). The concept it proposes incorporates ICAO recommendations regarding proactive system control and the system's responses to various internal and external disturbances.

Multiple Heterogeneous Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Hardcover, 2007 ed.): Anibal Ollero, Ivan Maza Multiple Heterogeneous Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Hardcover, 2007 ed.)
Anibal Ollero, Ivan Maza
R4,376 Discovery Miles 43 760 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Complete with online files and updates, this cutting-edge text looks at the next generation of unmanned flying machines. Aerial robots can be considered as an evolution of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This book provides a complete overview of all the issues related to aerial robotics, addressing problems ranging from flight control to terrain perception and mission planning and execution. The major challenges and potentials of heterogeneous UAVs are comprehensively explored.

Flow Control by Feedback - Stabilization and Mixing (Hardcover, 2003 ed.): Ole Morten Aamo, Miroslav Krstic Flow Control by Feedback - Stabilization and Mixing (Hardcover, 2003 ed.)
Ole Morten Aamo, Miroslav Krstic
R5,213 Discovery Miles 52 130 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The emergence of flow control as an attractive new field is owed to breakthroughs in MEMS (micro-electromechanical systems) and related technologies. The instrumentation of fluid flows on extremely short length and short time scales requires the practical tool of control algorithms with provable performance guarantees. Dedicated to this problem, Flow Control by Feedback, brings together controller design and fluid mechanics expertise in an exposition of the latest research results. Featuring: Exhaustive treatment of flow control core areas including stabilization and mixing control techniques; self-contained introductory sections on Navier-Stokes equations, linear and nonlinear control and sensors and MEMS to facilitate accessibility to this cross-disciplinary subject; a comprehensive survey of feedback algorithms for flow control that are currently available. In response to the intense interest in flow control, this volume will be an essential addition to the library of researchers and graduate students in control theory, fluid mechanics, mathematics and physics. Content structure is ideal for instruction on flow control modules or as supplementary reading on fluid dynamics and infinite dimensional systems courses.

China Satellite Navigation Conference (CSNC) 2016 Proceedings: Volume I (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016): Jiadong Sun, Jingnan Liu,... China Satellite Navigation Conference (CSNC) 2016 Proceedings: Volume I (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Jiadong Sun, Jingnan Liu, Shiwei Fan, Feixue Wang
R5,724 Discovery Miles 57 240 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

These Proceedings present selected research papers from CSNC2016, held during 18th-20th May in Changsha, China. The theme of CSNC2016 is Smart Sensing, Smart Perception. These papers discuss the technologies and applications of the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), and the latest progress made in the China BeiDou System (BDS) especially. They are divided into 12 topics to match the corresponding sessions in CSNC2016, which broadly covered key topics in GNSS. Readers can learn about the BDS and keep abreast of the latest advances in GNSS techniques and applications.

Automotive Development Processes - Processes for Successful Customer Oriented Vehicle Development (Hardcover, 2009 ed.): Julian... Automotive Development Processes - Processes for Successful Customer Oriented Vehicle Development (Hardcover, 2009 ed.)
Julian Weber
R5,272 Discovery Miles 52 720 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The global crisis the automotive industry has slipped into over the second half of 2008 has set a fierce spotlight not only on which cars are the right ones to bring to the market but also on how these cars are developed. Be it OEMs developing new models, suppliers integerating themselves deeper into the development processes of different OEMs, analysts estimating economical risks and opportunities of automotive investments, or even governments creating and evaluating scenarios for financial aid for suffering automotive companies: At the end of the day, it is absolutely indispensable to comprehensively understand the processes of auto- tive development - the core subject of this book. Let's face it: More than a century after Carl Benz, Wilhelm Maybach and Gottlieb Daimler developed and produced their first motor vehicles, the overall concept of passenger cars has not changed much. Even though components have been considerably optimized since then, motor cars in the 21st century are still driven by combustion engines that transmit their propulsive power to the road s- face via gearboxes, transmission shafts and wheels, which together with spri- damper units allow driving stability and ride comfort. Vehicles are still navigated by means of a steering wheel that turns the front wheels, and the required control elements are still located on a dashboard in front of the driver who operates the car sitting in a seat.

Marshall Space Flight Center (Paperback): Cindy Donze Manto Marshall Space Flight Center (Paperback)
Cindy Donze Manto; Foreword by Wanda A Sigur-Lockheed Martin Civil Space Vp (Ret )
R613 R557 Discovery Miles 5 570 Save R56 (9%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Developing the Future Aviation System (Paperback): Rod Baldwin Developing the Future Aviation System (Paperback)
Rod Baldwin
R1,181 R1,102 Discovery Miles 11 020 Save R79 (7%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The major changes taking place in technology have some of the greatest effect in the world of aviation. Yet, in an industry which started with the concept of 'open skies', each sector has traditionally developed on its own and adjusted to developments in other areas as and when required. The need for integration is particularly important as the skies become increasingly crowded. More intense commercialization dramatically increases the interlocking between technological developments and the size of the financial investments required. For maximum efficiency the aviation system thus has to develop as an integrated whole with a greater awareness of events in other sectors. This book is intended to meet this requirement by addressing the breadth and depth of the aviation system and looking at some areas where significant advances are happening. While following the processes of development, the reader will see where the results might lead in the new century. Its three parts concentrate on areas of great significance - in integration as well as in technological progress - especially for their impact on human and social aspects. The editor and the invited contributors are amongst the foremost experts, researchers and industry leaders in their fields in the global aviation community, many with hands-on experience of massive change. The intended readership includes those who are moving into management functions in air traffic management, airplane manufacturing and airline operations; in training centres, colleges and institutions.

Proceedings of the FISITA 2012 World Automotive Congress - Volume 5: Advanced Transmission System and Driveline (Hardcover,... Proceedings of the FISITA 2012 World Automotive Congress - Volume 5: Advanced Transmission System and Driveline (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
Sae-China, , Fisita
R7,424 R5,306 Discovery Miles 53 060 Save R2,118 (29%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Proceedings of the FISITA 2012 World Automotive Congress are selected from nearly 2,000 papers submitted to the 34th FISITA World Automotive Congress, which is held by Society of Automotive Engineers of China (SAE-China ) and the International Federation of Automotive Engineering Societies (FISITA). This proceedings focus on solutions for sustainable mobility in all areas of passenger car, truck and bus transportation. Volume 5: Advanced Transmission System and Driveline focuses on: *Clutch System and Controls *Gear Systems and Driveline *Advanced Transmission System *Transmission Control System Above all researchers, professional engineers and graduates in fields of automotive engineering, mechanical engineering and electronic engineering will benefit from this book. SAE-China is a national academic organization composed of enterprises and professionals who focus on research, design and education in the fields of automotive and related industries. FISITA is the umbrella organization for the national automotive societies in 37 countries around the world. It was founded in Paris in 1948 with the purpose of bringing engineers from around the world together in a spirit of cooperation to share ideas and advance the technological development of the automobile.

Sustainable Automotive Technologies 2012 - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference (Hardcover, 2012): Aleksandar Subic,... Sustainable Automotive Technologies 2012 - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference (Hardcover, 2012)
Aleksandar Subic, Joerg Wellnitz, Martin Leary, Lucien Koopmans
R4,414 Discovery Miles 44 140 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The book on Sustainable Automotive Technologies aims to draw special attention to the research and practice focused on new technologies and approaches capable of meeting the challenges to sustainable mobility. In particular, the book features incremental and radical technical advancements that are able to meet social, economic and environmental targets in both local and global contexts. These include original solutions to the problems of pollution and congestion, vehicle and public safety, sustainable vehicle design and manufacture, new structures and materials, new power-train technologies and vehicle concepts. In addition to vehicle technologies, the book is also concerned with the broader systemic issues such as sustainable supply chain systems, integrated logistics and telematics, and end-of-life vehicle management. It captures selected peer reviewed papers accepted for presentation at the 4th International Conference on Sustainable Automotive Technologies, ICSAT2012, held at the RMIT, Melbourne, Australia.

Hydropneumatic Suspension Systems (Hardcover, 2011 ed.): Wolfgang Bauer Hydropneumatic Suspension Systems (Hardcover, 2011 ed.)
Wolfgang Bauer
R3,014 Discovery Miles 30 140 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Hydropneumatic suspensions systems combine the excellent properties of gas springs with the favourable damping properties of hydraulic fluids. The advantages of these systems are particularly appropriate for automotive applications, such as passenger cars, trucks and agricultural equipment. In this book, Dr. Bauer provides an extensive overview of hydropneumatic suspension systems. Starting with a comparison of different types of suspension systems, the author subsequently describes the theoretical background associated with spring and damping characteristics of hydropneumatic systems and furthermore explains the design of the most important system components. Additionally he gives an overview of level control systems and various special functions. Finally the technology is illustrated by design examples and the outlook for future hydropneumatic suspensions is discussed.

Aviation Information Management - From Documents to Data (Paperback): Thomas L. Seamster Aviation Information Management - From Documents to Data (Paperback)
Thomas L. Seamster; Barbara G. Kanki
R1,793 Discovery Miles 17 930 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Operational information management is at a crossroads as it sheds the remaining vestiges of its paper-based processes and moves through the uncharted domain of electronic data processes. The final outcome is not yet in full focus, but real progress has been made in the transition to electronic documents providing the aviation industry with a clear direction. This book looks at a combination of industry initiatives and airline successes that point to the next steps that operators can take as they transition to fully integrated information management systems. Although the route has not been fully identified, it is evident that a key to successful long-term efficient information management is industry-wide cooperation. The chapters are authored by a range of experts in operational information management, and collectively, they outline ways that operators can improve efficiency across flight, ground and maintenance operations. Considerations and recommendations are identified and presented addressing the following priorities: Safety-critical information and procedures Human factors Information security Operational information standardization. The readership includes: Airline flight operations managers and standards personnel, Airline operating documents and publication specialists, Airline information managers, Commercial pilots, Airline maintenance managers and personnel, Manufacturers and vendors of aviation products, Aviation regulators and policy makers, Aviation researchers and developers of information technologies, and Military technical publications specialists.

Innovative Bridge Design Handbook - Construction, Rehabilitation and Maintenance (Paperback, 2nd edition): Alessio Pipinato Innovative Bridge Design Handbook - Construction, Rehabilitation and Maintenance (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Alessio Pipinato
R4,637 R4,210 Discovery Miles 42 100 Save R427 (9%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Innovative Bridge Design Handbook: Construction, Rehabilitation, and Maintenance, Second Edition, brings together the essentials of bridge engineering across design, assessment, research and construction. Written by an international group of experts, each chapter is divided into two parts: the first covers design issues, while the second presents current research into the innovative design approaches used across the world. This new edition includes new topics such as foot bridges, new materials in bridge engineering and soil-foundation structure interaction. All chapters have been updated to include the latest concepts in design, construction, and maintenance to reduce project cost, increase structural safety, and maximize durability. Code and standard references have been updated.

Advanced Design Problems in Aerospace Engineering - Volume 1: Advanced Aerospace Systems (Hardcover, 2003 ed.): Angelo Miele,... Advanced Design Problems in Aerospace Engineering - Volume 1: Advanced Aerospace Systems (Hardcover, 2003 ed.)
Angelo Miele, Aldo Frediani
R4,523 Discovery Miles 45 230 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Advanced Design Problems in Aerospace Engineering, Volume 1: Advanced Aerospace Systems presents six authoritative lectures on the use of mathematics in the conceptual design of various types of aircraft and spacecraft. It covers the following topics: design of rocket-powered orbital spacecraft (Miele/Mancuso), design of Moon missions (Miele/Mancuso), design of Mars missions (Miele/Wang), design of an experimental guidance system with a perspective flight path display (Sachs), neighboring vehicle design for a two-stage launch vehicle (Well), and controller design for a flexible aircraft (Hanel/Well). This is a reference book of interest to engineers and scientists working in aerospace engineering and related topics.

Wastewater Reuse and Management (Hardcover, 2013 ed.): Sanjay K. Sharma, Rashmi Sanghi Wastewater Reuse and Management (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
Sanjay K. Sharma, Rashmi Sanghi
R4,463 Discovery Miles 44 630 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Over the past 50 years the volume of wastewater has grown exponentially as a result of the increasing world population and the expansion of industrial developments. Researchers all over the world have been trying to address this issue suitably in order to fight water scarcity; yet, it is only recently that wastewater recycling has caught their attention as an effective and responsible solution.
Wastewater is a resource that can be adequately treated to successfully satisfy most water demands as well as decreasing wastewater discharges and preventing pollution. This book presents the studies of some of the most prestigious international scientists and gathers them in three different sections: Wastewater Management and Reuse, Wastewater Treatment options and Risk Assessment. The result is an insightful analysis of waste water management, its treatments, and the processes that have been studied, optimized and developed so far to sustain our environment.
"Wastewater Reuse and Management" represents a valuable resource to academic researchers, students, institutions, environmentalists, and anyone interested in environmental policies aimed at safeguarding both the quality and the quantity of water."

Integrated Computer-Aided Design in Automotive Development - Development Processes, Geometric Fundamentals, Methods of CAD,... Integrated Computer-Aided Design in Automotive Development - Development Processes, Geometric Fundamentals, Methods of CAD, Knowledge-Based Engineering Data Management (Hardcover, 2013)
Hirz Mario, Wilhelm Dietrich, Anton Gfrerrer, Johann Lang
R5,202 Discovery Miles 52 020 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Today s automotive industry places high demands on the performance and flexibility of development strategies and tools. With constant need for reduction in cost and time for engineering-based development new engineering methods have to support a smart link between the working fields of project engineers, designers, simulation engineers, ergonomic specialists, stylists and all other involved parties. Currently, automotive development is driven by the interaction of virtual design and simulation methods in combination with physical development and testing procedures. The trend is definitely moving towards integrated virtual development which leads to intensified implementation and enhancement of integrated computer-aided design. The book starts with an overview of automotive development processes including a discussion of the manifold past and future requirements. Focusing on computer-aided design, a comprehensive overview of fundamentals in geometry representation gives keen insight into mathematical description and modeling techniques of geometrical elements. The generation and structuring of virtual product models within 3D-CAD environment by use of curve, surface and solid modeling is explained in detail and illustrated by various examples. On the basis of parametric geometry generation different methods and tools which are able to increase efficiency in automotive development are explained and compared. Complex assembling, as usual in automotive development, requires the composition and organization of multifarious product structures. This way, knowledge and engineering data management play an important role within the field. Combining the demands of integrated design processes and efficient data management, the application of knowledge based engineering data management is introduced and discussed. A selection of representative applications give insights into the complex interactions of computer-aided design, knowledge based engineering and data management. It is up to the engineers to tap the full potential of virtual product development, whereas the applied methods and strategies represent a key factor on the way to successful creation of new products. The book is directed, but not restricted, to professional project and design engineers as well as to students of the respective disciplines in mechanical engineering. At the same time it caters to whoever is interested in interactions of state of the art computer-aided development. It is up to the engineers to tap the full potential of virtual product development, whereas the applied methods and strategies represent a key factor on the way to successful creation of new products. The book is directed, but not restricted, to professional project and design engineers as well as to students of the respective disciplines in mechanical engineering. At the same time it caters to whoever is interested in interactions of state of the art computer-aided development.

Principles of Space Anthropology - Establishing a Science of Human Space Settlement (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019): Cameron M. Smith Principles of Space Anthropology - Establishing a Science of Human Space Settlement (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)
Cameron M. Smith
R4,254 Discovery Miles 42 540 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book shows how anthropology can provide an innovative perspective on the human movement into space. It examines adaptation to space on timescales of generations, rather than merely months or years, and uses evolutionary adaptation as a guiding theme. Employing the lessons of evolutionary adaptation, Principles of Extraterrestrial Anthropology recommends evolutionarily-sound strategies of space settlement, covering genetics at the organismal and population levels. The author organizes the concept of cultural adaptation to environments beyond Earth according to observed patterns in human adaptation on Earth. He uses original artwork and tables to help convey complex information in a form accessible to undergraduate and graduate students. Though primarily written to engage students interested in space settlement and exploration, who will eventually build a full anthropology of space settlement, Principles of Extraterrestrial Anthropology is engaging to anthropologists across sub-disciplines, as well as scholars interested in the human dimensions of space exploration and settlement. Just as the term exobiology was invented only a few decades ago to shape the field of space life studies, exoanthropology is outlined to assist in the perpetuation of Earth life through human space settlement.

China Satellite Navigation Conference (CSNC) 2015 Proceedings: Volume II (Hardcover, 2015 ed.): Jiadong Sun, Jingnan Liu,... China Satellite Navigation Conference (CSNC) 2015 Proceedings: Volume II (Hardcover, 2015 ed.)
Jiadong Sun, Jingnan Liu, Shiwei Fan, Xiaochun Lu
R8,413 Discovery Miles 84 130 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

China Satellite Navigation Conference (CSNC) 2015 Proceedings presents selected research papers from CSNC2015, held during 13th-15th May in Xian, China. The theme of CSNC2015 is Opening-up, Connectivity and Win-win. These papers discuss the technologies and applications of the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), and the latest progress made in the China BeiDou System (BDS) especially. They are divided into 10 topics to match the corresponding sessions in CSNC2015, which broadly covered key topics in GNSS. Readers can learn about the BDS and keep abreast of the latest advances in GNSS techniques and applications. SUN Jiadong is the Chief Designer of the Compass/ BDS, and the academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS); LIU Jingnan is a professor at Wuhan University. FAN Shiwei is a researcher at China Satellite Navigation Office; LU Xiaochun is an academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS).

Theory and Technology for Improving High-Speed Railway Transportation Capacity (Paperback): Junfeng Wang, Baoming Han Theory and Technology for Improving High-Speed Railway Transportation Capacity (Paperback)
Junfeng Wang, Baoming Han
R4,020 R3,643 Discovery Miles 36 430 Save R377 (9%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Theory and Technology for Improving High-Speed Railway Transportation Capacity present solutions to problems in utilizing new technologies for signaling in high-speed rail towards increasing capacity. The book examines capacity in terms of signaling control and for a railway transport organization. Key problems covered include station intervals and resource occupation. This book provides a handbook for developing capacity through new technology and methods in signaling. Sections focus on improving high-speed railway transportation capacity using frontier railway technologies and include the experience of the authors on high-speed railways in China to present best practices and novel solutions to railway signaling control and transportation organization. This title includes insights gained from years of work at the State Key Laboratory of Rail Traffic Control and Safety, offering readers a theoretical and systematic summary of the technology that can improve high-speed railway capacity.

Alternative Propulsion for Automobiles (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017): Cornel Stan Alternative Propulsion for Automobiles (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Cornel Stan
R4,359 Discovery Miles 43 590 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The book presents - based on the most recent research and development results worldwide - the perspectives of new propulsion concepts such as electric cars with batteries and fuel cells, and furthermore plug in hybrids with conventional and alternative fuels. The propulsion concepts are evaluated based on specific power, torque characteristic, acceleration behaviour, specific fuel consumption and pollutant emissions. The alternative fuels are discussed in terms of availability, production, technical complexity of the storage on board, costs, safety and infrastructure. The book presents summarized data about vehicles with electric and hybrid propulsion. The propulsion of future cars will be marked by diversity - from compact electric city cars and range extender vehicles for suburban and rural areas up to hybrid or plug in SUVs, Pick ups and luxury class automobiles.

Ship Motion Control - Course Keeping and Roll Stabilisation Using Rudder and Fins (Hardcover, 2005 ed.): Tristan Perez Ship Motion Control - Course Keeping and Roll Stabilisation Using Rudder and Fins (Hardcover, 2005 ed.)
Tristan Perez
R6,499 Discovery Miles 64 990 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The impact of control system design on ship performance has been significant in different applications of ship motion control: course keeping, station keeping, roll stabilisation and vertical motion/riding control, diving, path following, etc. This monograph introduces ship motion control by studying the particular problems of control system design for course autopilots with rudder roll stabilisation and combined ruddera "fin stabilisers. Ship Motion Control revisits the ingredients that make these control designs challenging and proposes a contemporary control system design approach to meet that challenge.

The key ingredients for a successful ship motion control system design are:

  • appropriate mathematical models of the ship and the disturbances;
  • understanding of how performance will be assessed;
  • knowledge of fundamental limitations that may prevent designs from achieving the desired performance.

The book is organised in four parts, the first three dealing with each of these and the fourth part addressing control system design.

Specific topics covered include:

  • modelling and simulation of ocean waves;
  • ship dynamics;
  • models of actuators;
  • ship roll stabilisation devices;
  • ship motion performance;
  • analysis of fundamental limitations for stabiliser control system design;
  • constrained control design via optimisation;
  • autopilot design using optimal control;
  • wave filtering;
  • control system design for autopilots with rudder roll stabilisation;
  • control system design for integrated rudder-fin stabiliser.

Ship Motion Control willbe of interest not only to the practising marine engineer but to the academic engaged in research into this important control problem, even if new to the area. It will also be an ideal source of reference for students and tutors involved with marine and control engineering courses.

Proceedings of the FISITA 2012 World Automotive Congress - Volume 4: Future Automotive Powertrains (II) (Hardcover, 2013 ed.):... Proceedings of the FISITA 2012 World Automotive Congress - Volume 4: Future Automotive Powertrains (II) (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
Sae-China, , Fisita
R6,710 Discovery Miles 67 100 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Proceedings of the FISITA 2012 World Automotive Congress are selected from nearly 2,000 papers submitted to the 34th FISITA World Automotive Congress, which is held by Society of Automotive Engineers of China (SAE-China ) and the International Federation of Automotive Engineering Societies (FISITA). This proceedings focus on solutions for sustainable mobility in all areas of passenger car, truck and bus transportation. Volume 4: Future Automotive Powertrain (II) focuses on: *Advanced Battery Technology *Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle *Charging Infrastructure and Smart Grid Technology *Demonstration of Electric Vehicles in Cities Above all researchers, professional engineers and graduates in fields of automotive engineering, mechanical engineering and electronic engineering will benefit from this book. SAE-China is a national academic organization composed of enterprises and professionals who focus on research, design and education in the fields of automotive and related industries. FISITA is the umbrella organization for the national automotive societies in 37 countries around the world. It was founded in Paris in 1948 with the purpose of bringing engineers from around the world together in a spirit of cooperation to share ideas and advance the technological development of the automobile.

Aircraft Carriers - The World's Greatest Carriers of the last 100 Years (Hardcover): David Ross Aircraft Carriers - The World's Greatest Carriers of the last 100 Years (Hardcover)
David Ross
R800 R695 Discovery Miles 6 950 Save R105 (13%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

On 9 May 1912 the first airplane take-off from a ship was made from the deck of the HMS Hibernia. In July 1918, seven Sopwith Camels launched from the converted battlecruiser HMS Furious damaged the German airbase at Tonder and destroyed two zeppelins. The age of the carrier was born. In the interwar years the Lexington, Akagi and Courageous-class carriers were developed, but it was only during World War II that the aircraft carrier finally came into its own. Fleet carriers carrying 30-40 aircraft allowed the Japanese and US navies to project air power across the vast Pacific Ocean, with the Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor presaging a new kind of warfare. With the sinking of hundreds of ships during World War II, including the German battleship Bismarck in 1941, by the end of the war carriers ruled the waves and the era of the battleship had passed. Aircraft Carriers features 52 of the most significant flat tops and amphibious assault ships built since the 1920s until the present day, from the USS Yorktown, which survived direct hits during the battle of Midway (1942), through the Falklands War veteran HMS Invincible, to the mighty Nimitz class, the core of the US Navy's carrier battle groups today. Also included are significant amphibious assault ships, such as the USS Tarawa and French Mistral. Each entry includes a brief description of the ship's development and history, a colour profile view or cutaway, key features and specifications. Packed with more than 200 artworks and photographs, Aircraft Carriers is a colourful guide for the naval warfare enthusiast.

Laboratory Science with Space Data - Accessing and Using Space-Experiment Data (Hardcover, 2011 Ed.): Daniel Beysens, Luigi... Laboratory Science with Space Data - Accessing and Using Space-Experiment Data (Hardcover, 2011 Ed.)
Daniel Beysens, Luigi Carotenuto, Jack J. W. A. van Loon, Martin Zell
R2,886 Discovery Miles 28 860 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

For decades experiments conducted on space stations like MIR and the ISS have been gathering data in many fields of research in the natural sciences, medicine and engineering. The EU-sponsored Ulisse Internet Portal provides metadata from space experiments of all kinds and links to the data. Complementary to the portal, this book will serve as handbook listing space experiments by type of infrastructure, area of research in the life and physical sciences, data type, what their mission was, what kind of data they have collected and how one can access this data through Ulisse for further research.

The book will provide an overview of the wealth of space experiment data that can be used for research, and will inspire academics (e.g. those looking for topics for their PhD thesis) and research departments in companies for their continued development.

Threats, Risks and Sustainability - Answers by Space (Hardcover, 2009 ed.): Kai-Uwe Schrogl, Charlotte Mathieu, Agnieszka... Threats, Risks and Sustainability - Answers by Space (Hardcover, 2009 ed.)
Kai-Uwe Schrogl, Charlotte Mathieu, Agnieszka Lukaszczyk
R4,394 Discovery Miles 43 940 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Development is challenged by, at least until 2050, a strong population, more severe environmental strains, growing mobility, and dwindling energy resources. All these factors will lead to serious consequences for humankind. Inadequate agricultural resources, water supply and non renewable energy sources, epidemics, climate change, and natural disasters will further heavily impact human life. The European Space Policy Institute (ESPI) sheds a new light on threats, risks and sustainability by combining approaches from various disciplines. It analyzes what could be the contribution of space tools to predict, manage and mitigate those threats. It aims at demonstrating that space is not a niche but has become an overarching tool in solving today 's problems.

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