Western European Museums and Visual Persuasion
Western European Museums and Visual Persuasion assesses the visual persuasiveness of art museums. It demonstrates that museums are as capable of influence as speeches or advertisements through their architecture, collections, and exhibition designs.
In a context of severe environmental requirements and energy saving responsibilities, the proper use of water offers many possibilities. This book builds on work dedicated to improving combustion efficiency in engines, gas turbines, and boilers by using additive water.
This book explores efficient energy utilization in industrial sites, offering a recipe to minimize Global Warming and Ozone Depletion. It presents insights into thermodynamics and energy management to help engineers deal with energy issues from a more global perspective.
When Matter Became Mind
This book examines two of the greatest mysteries in science and philosophy: the origin of the universe and the nature of human consciousness. The author invites you to ponder the deep question “Why is there something rather than nothing?” and discover a new cosmic perspective.
Why We Study the Physics of the Ocean
This book reviews physical oceanography, from its history to its future challenges. It relates the physics of the ocean to topical issues like climate change and ocean forecasting, helping you understand how the ocean fits into the complex system of the global environment.
Wireless Communication Technologies for IoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) uses wireless connections for real-time, data-driven decision-making. This book explores advancements in Wi-Fi, intelligent antennas, IoT-connected healthcare, smart agriculture, data analysis, energy harvesting, and smart home protocols.
This textbook presents the first systematic exposition of the new X-ray optics. Once limited to electronic density, the X-ray reflectivity method now detects magnetic and electronic depth-profiles. It develops the theory for students, postgraduates, and researchers.
Explore mathematical concepts from historical and cultural perspectives. This book uses original material to offer new discoveries and re-interpretations of problems, from the abacus to integral calculus. An enthusiastic and rigorous read for educators and general readers alike.