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Causes of major disasters are many and diverse, and the risks
associated with them endanger human lives, property, the
environment, the economy, and even the country's political and
social well-being. It is clear that, with rapid population growth,
environmental degradation, climate change, poorly regulated
industries, and continued economic uncertainty, the chances are
that communities may become more vulnerable to disasters. The
dramatic losses in recent years from volcanic eruptions,
earthquakes and landslides, wildland fires, droughts and floods,
cyclones and storm surges attest to the fact that we are still a
long way from applying even the knowledge we have today to make
communities safe. Tackling this problem requires a sound evaluation
of disaster mitigation policies and tools. As a contribution to the
International Decade for Natural Disasters Reduction (IDNDR), the
fifth international symposium HAZARDS-93 was held in Qingdao, P.R.
China on 29 August - 3 September, 1993. China is a country
frequently hit by almost all kinds of disasters. Its history is one
of combating natural disasters and working towards their reduction.
More than 250 scientists, engineers and government officials from
20 countries met for the purpose of engaging in a free exchange of
knowledge, experience and ideas regarding the scientific and
socio-economic aspects of mitigating losses from natural and man-
made disasters. A total of 180 papers were presented at 28 sessions
covering a very broad range of topics related to disaster
management. The twenty-one articles included in this book deal with
the scientific and management issues of land-based and marine
hazards which cause the most severe economic losses, deaths and
environmental degradation in many parts of the world. The book also
includes specific recommendations addressed to the IDNDR
Secretariat, national governments and scientific experts to
increase the effectiveness and efficiency of disaster management.
Thus, Land-Based and Marine Hazards: Scientific and Management
Issues forms an excellent reference for scientists, engineers,
policy-makers and the insurance industry.
Causes of major disasters are many and diverse, and the risks
associated with them endanger human lives, property, the
environment, the economy, and even the country's political and
social well-being. It is clear that, with rapid population growth,
environmental degradation, climate change, poorly regulated
industries, and continued economic uncertainty, the chances are
that communities may become more vulnerable to disasters. The
dramatic losses in recent years from volcanic eruptions,
earthquakes and landslides, wildland fires, droughts and floods,
cyclones and storm surges attest to the fact that we are still a
long way from applying even the knowledge we have today to make
communities safe. Tackling this problem requires a sound evaluation
of disaster mitigation policies and tools. As a contribution to the
International Decade for Natural Disasters Reduction (IDNDR), the
fifth international symposium HAZARDS-93 was held in Qingdao, P.R.
China on 29 August - 3 September, 1993. China is a country
frequently hit by almost all kinds of disasters. Its history is one
of combating natural disasters and working towards their reduction.
More than 250 scientists, engineers and government officials from
20 countries met for the purpose of engaging in a free exchange of
knowledge, experience and ideas regarding the scientific and
socio-economic aspects of mitigating losses from natural and man-
made disasters. A total of 180 papers were presented at 28 sessions
covering a very broad range of topics related to disaster
management. The twenty-one articles included in this book deal with
the scientific and management issues of land-based and marine
hazards which cause the most severe economic losses, deaths and
environmental degradation in many parts of the world. The book also
includes specific recommendations addressed to the IDNDR
Secretariat, national governments and scientific experts to
increase the effectiveness and efficiency of disaster management.
Thus, Land-Based and Marine Hazards: Scientific and Management
Issues forms an excellent reference for scientists, engineers,
policy-makers and the insurance industry.
Space exploration is an immense and expanding field. The quest for
knowledge about space has resulted in hundreds of very important
technologies which have been incorporated into society's fabric
including the biomedical field. This book examines a multitude of
issues related to space exploration including philosophy, biology,
dark energy, space tourism, space station measurements, supernova,
and Saturn's rings.
Develop and Deploy Powerful MSP432 Microcontroller Applications
Bolster your electronics skills and learn to work with the
cutting-edge MSP432 microcontroller using the practical information
contained in this comprehensive guide. Programmable
Microcontrollers: Applications on the MSP432 LaunchPad clearly
explains each concept and features detailed illustrations,
real-world examples, and DIY projects. Discover how to configure
the MSP432, program custom functions, interface with external
hardware, and communicate via WiFi. Ideal for practicing engineers
and hobbyists alike, this hands-on guide empowers you to program
all microcontrollers by thoroughly understanding the MSP432.
Coverage includes: *MSP432 architecture *Code Composer Studio (CCS)
*CCS Cloud and Energia *MSP432 programming with C and Assembly
*Digital I/O *Exceptions and interrupts *Power management and
timing operations *Mixed signal systems *Digital and wireless
communication *Flash memory, RAM, and direct memory access
*Real-time operating system *Advanced applications
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are
not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or
access to any online entitlements included with the product. MASTER
THE MSP430 MICROCONTROLLER AND DEVELOPMENT PLATFORMExpand your
electronics design skills to include the MSP430 family of
ultra-low-power microprocessors with help from this practical
guide. Programmable Microcontrollers with Applications: MSP430
LaunchPad with CCS and Grace thoroughly explains each concept and
provides illustrated examples and projects. Find out how to
configure the MSP430, efficiently program custom functions, process
analog and digital signals, and interface with external components.
Sample code and reference information are available on the
companion website. COVERAGE INCLUDES: * Digital circuit and
microcontroller fundamentals* MSP430 architecture and CCS
development environment* LaunchPad platform and Grace configuration
tool * C and Assembly language programming and debugging *
Interrupts, digital I/O, and D/A and A/D converters * Data storage
and coding practices for flash memory * Oscillators, clocks,
low-power modes, and timers * Digital and analog communication
ports and protocols * Schematics and assembly instructions for 12
projects
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