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  • Modern Geometry - Methods and Applications Modern Geometry - Methods and Applications
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    Modern Geometry - Methods and Applications

    This is the first volume of a three-volume introduction to modern geometry which emphasizes applications to other areas of mathematics and theoretical physics. Topics covered include tensors and their differential calculus, the...
    $136.00

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  • Structural Plasticity Structural Plasticity
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    Structural Plasticity

    This book is designed for use as a supplement to the textbook "Plasticity for Structural Engineers" by W.F. Chen and D.J. Han (Springer-Verlag, 1988) or other plasticity texts. The purpose is to help students and structural...
    $171.00

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  • An Introduction to Banach Space Theory An Introduction to Banach Space Theory
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    An Introduction to Banach Space Theory

    Preparing students for further study of both the classical works and current research, this is an accessible text for students who have had a course in real and complex analysis and understand the basic properties of L p spaces...
    $150.00

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  • Introductory Functional Analysis Introductory Functional Analysis
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    Introductory Functional Analysis

    Providing an introduction to functional analysis, this text treats in detail its application to boundary-value problems and finite elements, and is distinguished by the fact that abstract concepts are motivated and illustrated...
    $140.00

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  • Stellar Interiors Stellar Interiors
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    Stellar Interiors

    The?rsteditionofthistextappearedin1994.Shortlyafterthethirdprinting, our editor suggested that we attempt a second edition because new devel- mentsinstellarstructureandevolutionhadmadeouroriginalworkoutdated. We (the original...
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  • Partial Differential Equations 2 Partial Differential Equations 2
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    Partial Differential Equations 2

    This two-volume textbook provides comprehensive coverage of partial differential equations, spanning elliptic, parabolic, and hyperbolic types in two and several variables. In this second volume, special emphasis is placed on functional analytic methods...
    $140.00

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  • Partial Differential Equations 1 Partial Differential Equations 1
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    Partial Differential Equations 1

    This two-volume textbook provides comprehensive coverage of partial differential equations, spanning elliptic, parabolic, and hyperbolic types in two and several variables.In this first volume, special emphasis is placed on geometric and complex variable...
    $140.00

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  • Interplanetary Outpost Interplanetary Outpost
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    Interplanetary Outpost

    "Interplanetary Outpost" follows the mission architecture template of NASA's plan for Human Outer Planet Exploration (HOPE), which envisions sending a crew to the moon Callisto to conduct exploration and sample return ...
    $69.00

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  • Stratospheric Flight Stratospheric Flight
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    Stratospheric Flight

    In this book, Dr. Andras Sobester reviews the science behind high altitude flight. He takes the reader on a journey that begins with the complex physiological questions involved in taking humans into the "death zone." How does the body react to falling...
    $71.00

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  • At Home in Space At Home in Space
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    At Home in Space

    This volume, like the others, not only focuses upon the individual missions within the decade but also upon key challenges facing human space exploration at specific points within those years - from the problems of simply breathing and eating in space to...
    $93.00

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  • The Chemical Cosmos The Chemical Cosmos
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    The Chemical Cosmos

    Prologue.- Purple haze: introducing our guide.- The early universe: the source of chemistry - and of our guide.- Shooting the rapids: the life, and death, of the earliest starlight.- Interlude - how our guide is hooked, lost and caught again.- Heading...
    $53.00

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  • The Craft of Scientific Writing The Craft of Scientific Writing
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    The Craft of Scientific Writing

    The Craft of Scientific Writing is designed to help scientists and engineers - both professionals already active in the disciplines as well as students preparing to enter the professions - write about their work clearly and effectively. Written for...
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  • The Craft of Scientific Presentations The Craft of Scientific Presentations
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    The Craft of Scientific Presentations

    The Craft of Scientific Presentations, 2nd edition aims to strengthen you as a presenter of science and engineering. The book does so by identifying what makes excellent presenters such as Brian Cox, Jane Goodall, Richard Feynman, and Jill Bolte Taylor...
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  • How Apollo Flew to the Moon How Apollo Flew to the Moon
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    How Apollo Flew to the Moon

    Stung by the pioneering space successes of the Soviet Union - in particular, Gagarin being the first man in space, the United States gathered the best of its engineers and set itself the goal of reaching the Moon within a decade. In an expanding 2nd...
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  • Grappling with Gravity Grappling with Gravity
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    Grappling with Gravity

    Grappling with Gravity explores the physiological changes that will occur in humans and the plants and animals that accompany humans as we move to new worlds, be it to colony in the emptiness of space or settlements on the Moon, Mars, or other moons or...
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  • Ocean Outpost Ocean Outpost
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    Ocean Outpost

    One of the greatest scientific and technological achievements of the 21st century will be to cast a light on the eternal darkness of the deep ocean and this book identifies the key determinants of life or death in its extreme environment. Dr. Erik...
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  • The Physics of Musical Instruments The Physics of Musical Instruments
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    The Physics of Musical Instruments

    While the history of musical instruments is nearly as old as civilisation itself, the science of acoustics is quite recent. By understanding the physical basis of how instruments are used to make music, one hopes ultimately to...
    $149.00

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  • Numerical Analysis in Modern Scientific Computing Numerical Analysis in Modern Scientific Computing
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    Numerical Analysis in Modern Scientific Computing

    This book introduces the main topics of modern numerical analysis: sequence of linear equations, error analysis, least squares, nonlinear systems, symmetric eigenvalue problems, three-term recursions, interpolation and...
    $159.00

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  • Acoustic and Electromagnetic Equations Acoustic and Electromagnetic Equations
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    Acoustic and Electromagnetic Equations

    Acoustic and electromagnetic waves underlie a vast range of modern technology from sonar, radio, and television to microwave heating and electromagnetic compatibility analysis. Mathematical modeling of these waves has undergone...
    $108.00

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  • Cosmic Update Cosmic Update
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    Cosmic Update

    Dark Energy and Dark Matter hidden in the Geometry of Space?.- The Arrow ot Time In a Universe with a Positive Cosmological Constant.- The Future History of the Universe.- The Return of a Static Universe and the End of Cosmology.
    $171.00

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  • Electronic Properties of Materials Electronic Properties of Materials
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    Electronic Properties of Materials

    This text on the electrical, optical, magnetic, and thermal properties of materials stresses concepts rather than mathematical formalism. Suitable for advanced undergraduates, it is intended for materials and electrical engineers who want to gain a...
    $168.00

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  • An Indispensable Truth An Indispensable Truth
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    An Indispensable Truth

    Recent books have raised the public consciousness about the dangers of global warming and climate change. This book is intended to convey the message that there is a solution. The solution is the rapid development of hydrogen...
    $171.00

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  • Integrated Optics Integrated Optics
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    Integrated Optics

    Introduction.- Optical Waveguide Modes.- Theory of Optical Waveguides.- Waveguide Fabrication Techniques.- Polymer and Fiber Integrated Optics.- Losses in Optical Waveguides.- Waveguide Input and Output Couplers.- Coupling between Waveguides.-...
    $156.00

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  • Quirky Sides of Scientists Quirky Sides of Scientists
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    Quirky Sides of Scientists

    Tenacity and Stubbornness: Einstein on Theory and Experiment.- Convergence or Coincidence: Ancient Measurements of the Sun and Moon-How Far?.- The Rationality of Simplicity: Copernicus on Planetary Motion.- The Silence of Scientists: Venus's Brightness,...
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  • Einstein's Space-Time Einstein's Space-Time
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    Einstein's Space-Time

    This excellent textbook offers a unique take on relativity theory, setting it in its historical context. Ideal for those interested in relativity and the history of physics, the book contains a complete account of special...
    $118.00

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  • The Quantum Beat The Quantum Beat
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    The Quantum Beat

    Celestial and Mechanical Clocks.- Oscillations and Fourier Analysis.- Oscillators.- Quartz Clocks.- The Language of Electrons, Atoms, and Quanta.- Magnetic Resonance.- Corrections to Observed Atomic Resonance.- The Rubidium Clock.- The Classical Cesium...
    $174.00

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  • Radiation Protection and Dosimetry Radiation Protection and Dosimetry
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    Radiation Protection and Dosimetry

    This book provides a comprehensive yet accessible overview of all relevant topics in the field of radiation protection (health physics). The text is organized to introduce the reader to basic principles of radiation emission...
    $156.00

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  • Applied Electromagnetism and Materials Applied Electromagnetism and Materials
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    Applied Electromagnetism and Materials

    This book presents practical and relevant technological information about electromagnetic properties of materials and their applications. It is aimed at senior undergraduate and graduate students in materials science and is the...
    $172.00

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  • Modern Methods in the Calculus of Variations Modern Methods in the Calculus of Variations
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    Modern Methods in the Calculus of Variations

    Measure Theory and Lp Spaces.- Measures.- Lp Spaces.- The Direct Method and Lower Semicontinuity.- The Direct Method and Lower Semicontinuity.- ConvexAnalysis.- Functionals Defined on Lp.- Integrands f = f (z).- Integrands f = f (x, z).- Integrands f = f...
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  • Explorations in Mathematical Physics Explorations in Mathematical Physics
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    Explorations in Mathematical Physics

    Have you ever wondered why the language of modern physics centres on geometry? Or how quantum operators and Dirac brackets work? What a convolution really is? What tensors are all about? Or what field theory...
    $108.00

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  • Basic Electromagnetism and Materials Basic Electromagnetism and Materials
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    Basic Electromagnetism and Materials

    This textbook can be used to teach electromagnetism to a wide range of undergraduate science majors in physics, electrical engineering or materials science. By making lesser demands on mathematical knowledge than typical texts,...
    $156.00

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  • Topics in Atomic Physics Topics in Atomic Physics
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    Topics in Atomic Physics

    Background: Introduction.- The Bohr model of the atom.- Numerical values and the fine structure constant.- Atomic dimensions - is a reasonable atomic diameter? .- Localizing the electron: Is a point particle reasonable? .- The classical radius of the...
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  • Linearity, Symmetry, and Prediction in the Hydrogen Atom Linearity, Symmetry, and Prediction in the Hydrogen Atom
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    Linearity, Symmetry, and Prediction in the Hydrogen Atom

    Setting the Stage.- Linear Algebra over the Complex Numbers.- Complex Scalar Product Spaces (a.k.a. Hilbert Spaces).- Lie Groups and Lie Group Representations.- New Representations from Old.- Irreducible Representations and Invariant Integration.-...
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  • Return to the Moon Return to the Moon
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    Return to the Moon

    Introduction: 25 Years from Today.- The Legacy of Apollo: The geopolitical, cultural, and scientific legacy of Apollo, including the discovery of lunar energy resources.- Global Energy in the 21st Century: The increasing future demand for energy and the...
    $86.00

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  • Immersive Audio Signal Processing Immersive Audio Signal Processing
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    Immersive Audio Signal Processing

    Digital Signal Processing for Audio and Acoustics.- Foundations of Digital Signal Processing for Audio and Acoustics.- Filter Design for Audio Applications.- Acoustics and Auditory Perception.- to Acoustics and Auditory Perception.- Immersive Audio...
    $142.00

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  • Prepare for Launch Prepare for Launch
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    Prepare for Launch

    Today's astronauts require many different abilities. They must not only be expert in performing flight simulations but must also be proficient in such dissimilar subjects as photography, thermodynamics, electrical repairs,...
    $71.00

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  • Waves and Compressible Flow Waves and Compressible Flow
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    Waves and Compressible Flow

    This book covers compressible flow however the authors also show how wave phenomena in electromagnetism and solid mechanics can be treated using similar mathematical methods. It caters to the needs of the modern student by...
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