This textbook provides an introduction to physics for undergraduate students of geology and Earth sciences. It explains basic physics theories first, which are then applied to geological phenomena, using accessible math with figures and solved problems.
Master the core methods of statistical research. This practical guide covers key techniques, from sampling to interconnection analysis, teaching you how to apply them effectively and interpret your results with confidence.
This book offers a clear introduction to digital electronics. Written in simple language, it breaks down complex concepts with diagrams, solved examples, and numerous practice questions for self-assessment. Ideal for students, teachers, and independent study.
Beyond the Bifurcation of Nature
A human-centric worldview must be dismantled. But what takes its place? This volume brings Alfred North Whitehead’s philosophy into conversation with science, religion, indigenous traditions, and art to ignite new experiments in thought and action.
Biodiversity as a Source of Medicines
Renowned experts explore biodiversity’s potential for developing new medicines. Discover strategies for transforming scientific discoveries into marketable drugs, demonstrated with practical examples, case studies, and a look at biotechnology and regulatory status.
Biogeochemical Transformation in Lake Superior
This book uses state-of-the-art analytical tools to investigate the transformation and fate of carbon in Lake Superior. It covers analyses of carbon isotopes in organic matter and food webs, making it a key resource for students, researchers, and environmental managers.
Biometric systems hide many pitfalls that can lead to major security weaknesses and privacy threats. This book showcases a collection of comprehensive references from eminent researchers, providing concise coverage of state-of-the-art solutions.
Birthing the Computer
Birthing the Computer examines the evolution of computer architecture, from magnetic drums to cores and the first transistors. These second-generation machines introduced key concepts in architecture and system software that are found in every computer system today.
Birthing the Computer
This volume, the first in a series, charts the progress of computer systems, including the Zuse machines and those by IBM. It details the transition from relays to vacuum tubes, and how this led to the first true computers, resulting in them becoming a commercial enterprise.
This book covers current advances and methods in craniomaxillofacial bone bioengineering. It offers invaluable tools and methodologies for translating research from the bench to the clinic, making it an essential reference for researchers and specialist clinicians.
This is the first book on the modern Bose-liquid theory of unconventional superconductors and superfluids. A breakthrough beyond standard physics, this theory describes emerging pseudogap behaviors and novel states, comparing theoretical results with experimental findings.
This book covers the modeling and control of fluid movement and heat transfer for new technologies. It details the discovery of three new hydrodynamic phenomena and explores the influence of vibrations and electromagnetic fields on liquids to create unique devices and materials.
Bridging Classical and Non-Classical Signal Processing Approaches for Enhanced Communication Systems
Explore the fusion of classical and cutting-edge signal processing. This book introduces hybrid systems that boost the performance, reliability, and efficiency of communication networks by integrating foundational techniques with modern advancements like machine learning.
Britain’s Civil War over Coal
A first-hand account of the NUM’s confrontation with the government during the 1984/5 Miners’ Strike that changed Britain forever. It charts the defence against mine closures, the devastating aftermath, and the ultimate demise of the UK coal industry.
British Innovators in Computing
This volume discusses British electronics and defence firms that designed their own computer systems. For each vendor, from Ferranti to STC, it examines their unique architectures and innovations before they disappeared through mergers to form ICL, whose legacy survives today.
This book is a guide to performing uniform broadband measurements with low uncertainty. It discusses radiometric, photometric, color, and LED measurements, and shows how to avoid large errors by standardizing the measurement procedure and using properly selected meters.
Broadening Horizons
‘Broadening Horizons’ presents multidisciplinary approaches to landscape research in the Mediterranean and the Near East. Highlighting diverse methods, it provides a significant contribution for specialists and beginning researchers alike.
Business Intelligence and Mobile Technology Research
Business intelligence and analytics allow organizations to make informed decisions. This volume presents insightful research papers on the top-priority disruptive IT technologies that help businesses seize digital opportunities to increase growth and reduce costs.
This guide explores cache coherency in multicore systems, from key protocols to the design of a scalable fabric for the RISC-V architecture. Leveraging detailed simulations, the book rigorously examines the fabric’s ability to maintain memory consistency across multiple cores.
This is the first book to present the direct method for solving inverse problems in X-ray spectroscopy, scattering, tomography, and reflectometry. It discusses the theory for multilayer structures and the phase problem in electron structural crystallography.