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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Sell on Amazon and Make Them Do the Heavy LiftingSelling on Amazon has become one of the most popular ways to earn income online. In fact, there are over 2 million people selling on Amazon worldwide. Amazon allows any business, no matter how small, to get their products in front of millions of customers and take advantage of the largest fulfillment network in the world. It also allows businesses to leverage their first-class customer service and storage capabilities.Selling on Amazon For Dummies walks owners through the process of building a business on Amazon--a business that can be built almost anywhere in the world, as long as you have access to a computer and the internet.\* The basics of selling on Amazon\* Using FBA\* Getting started\* Deciding what to sell\* Conducting product research\* Finding your way around Seller Central\* Product sourcing, shipping and returns, Amazon subscription, fees, sales tax, and more\* How to earn ROIs (Returns on Your Investments)Selling on Amazon For Dummies provides the strategies, tools, and education you need, including turnkey solutions focused on sales, marketing, branding, and marketplace development to analyze and maximize opportunities.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get the most out of this Golden breedMan's best friend doesn't get any better than the Golden Retriever. Originally bred as hunting companions who retrieved birds and hares and delivered them to hand, the breed today is much more than 'just a hunting dog.' Highly intelligent and eager-to-please, Golden Retrievers have a history as working dogs that makes them easy to train. Attired in a luxurious fur coat and blessed with a gentle and affectionate nature, they are the third most popular breed in the United States and a favorite for families with young children.Written in a friendly style by Retriever-owner Nona Kilgore Bauer, the 2nd edition of Golden Retrievers For Dummies puts everything you need to know about your furry friend right in your hand. You'll learn how to care for a Golden Retriever from puppyhood to its stately golden years and how to communicate with them better. You'll also learn about grooming and training, as well as how to deal with common ailments and behaviors.\* Select the best puppy for you\* Adopt an older dog\* Dog-proof your home\* Train your Golden Retriever rightWhatever you're looking for from your Golden Retriever, this book will help you get there, making for happiness all around--and many golden years ahead.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Wrap your head around the complicated world of investment banking with this understandable and comprehensive resource The celebrated authors of Investment Banking For Dummies, 2nd Edition have updated and modernized their best-selling book to bring readers an invaluable and accessible volume about the investment banking industry. Written in the straightforward and approachable tone the For Dummies series is known for the world over, authors Matthew Krantz and Robert Johnson have created an indispensable resource for students and professionals new to investment banking. The book covers all the crucial topics required to understand the fundamentals of the industry, including: Strategies for different types of risk management: market, credit, operating, reputation, legal, and funding The key investment banking operations: venture capital, buyouts, M&A, equity underwriting, debt, and more The relationship between leverages buyout funds, hedge funds, and corporate and institutional clients Investment Banking For Dummies, 2nd Edition offers, for the first time, a brand-new chapter devoted to cryptocurrencies, and new content on 'unicorn' IPOs, including Uber, Lyft, and Airbnb.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Guitar Exercises For Dummies includes over 400 exercises along with lots of technique-building practice opportunities. It starts off with warm-up exercises (on and off-instrument) and then logically transitions to scales, scale sequences, arpeggios, arpeggio sequences, and chords, with a focus on building strength and consistency as well as refining technique. Concluding each section is a brief musical piece for the reader to try. Within each section, readers practice correct hand and body posture and experience variations such as fingering options and hand positions as appropriate. Readers practice incorporating other facets of musical performance in their exercises as well, such as tempo, time signature, phrasing, and dynamics. Supportive text is limited by providing only need to know information about practicing scales, chords and arpeggios in the context of specific skills and techniques.Your straightforward guide to perfecting guitar exercises Guitar Exercises For Dummies includes over 300 exercises along with lots of technique-building practice opportunities.This book begins with warm-up exercises (on and off-instrument) and then logically transitions to scales, scale sequences, arpeggios, arpeggio sequences, and chords, with a focus on building strength and consistency as well as refining technique. Concluding each section is a brief musical piece for the reader to try.Within each section, readers practice correct hand and body posture and experience variations such as fingering options and hand positions as appropriate. Readers practice incorporating other facets of musical performance in their exercises as well, such as:\* tempo\* time signature\* phrasing\* and dynamicsSupportive text provides need to know information about practicing scales, chords and arpeggios in the context of specific skills and techniques.P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you're probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Guitar Exercises For Dummies (9780470387665). The book you see here shouldn't be considered a new or updated product. But if you're in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We're always writing about new topics.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Shows teachers how and why they should bring play into the classroom to make learning meaningful, relevant, and fun.Research studies show that all students--young and old, rich and poor, urban and rural--benefit immensely from classrooms filled with art, creativity, and laughter. Fun, playfulness, creative thinking, and individual expression reinforce positive experiences, which in turn lead to more engaged students, better classroom environments, and successful learning outcomes. Designed for K-12 educators, The Playful Classroom describes how teachers can develop a playful mindset for giving students meaningful, relevant and fun learning experiences. This unique real-world guide provides you with everything you need to incorporate engaging, hands-on lessons and creative activities, regardless of the level and subject you teach.Building on contemporary and seminal works on learning theory and play pedagogy, the authors explain how to inspire your students by bringing play. into your classroom. This clear, user-friendly guide supplies practical strategies and effective solutions for adding the missing ingredients to your classroom culture. Access to the authors' companion website provides videos, learning experiences, and downloadable teaching and learning resources. Packed with relatable humor, proven methods, and valuable insights, this book enables you to:\* Provide meaningful experiences that will benefit students both in school and later in life\* Combine the principles of PLAY with traditional curricula to encourage creative learning\* Promote trust, collaboration, and growth in students\* Develop a playful mindset for bringing the arts into every lesson\* Foster critical thinking in any school communityThe Playful Classroom: The Power of Play for All Ages is a must-have resource for K-12 educators, higher education professionals, and readers looking for education-based professional development and training resources. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Stand out like you're 7 feet tall -- how to think and act differently as a K-12 leaderTall people stand out in a crowd. Tall people think and act differently: people like author Steven Bollar. He has spent his career as a principal and administrator creating school cultures that make students excited to learn and achieve their goals. In Stand Tall Leadership, Steven shows you that it doesn't matter what your natural height really is--you can stand tall in everything you do by thinking and acting differently from those around you. Designed for K-12 leaders, this unique and engaging book helps you overcome challenges in your school, manage effectively, inspire your staff, build strong relationships, communicate clearly, and much more.The Stand Tall Leadership philosophy is all about creating the best possible environment at your school. Strong leadership skills are essential for making better decisions, maintaining your focus and priority, and maximizing outcomes with students, staff, parents, and the entire community. The principles and techniques in this book will strengthen your own leadership skills and assist you in developing effective leaders within your school. Providing hands-on tools and real-world guidance, this valuable resource will help you:\* Connect with staff, understand their needs, and set them up for success\* Keep your best employees and leaders right where they are, not chasing other opportunities\* Assessyour leadership skills and make immediate, meaningful improvements\* Maintain focus in any situation to increase productivity and get outstanding results\* Repair damaged relationships that slow down progress and impede successStand Tall Leadership: Stand Tall to Think Differently and Lead Successfully is a must-read for all K-12 leaders and administrators, as well as K-12 educators looking to develop their leadership skills.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Follows the military lives of three soldiers across the Roman world, providing interesting, historical insight into the Roman military from the late republic to the end of antiquity in the westThis book introduces readers to three historical Roman soldiers--Titus Pullo from the late republic, Aurelius Polion from the high imperial era, and Flavius Aemilianus from late antiquity. The three men inspire the themes and chronological organization of the text. Drawing on a wide and diverse body of evidence, the author charts their lives from enlistment to death or retirement, allowing students to envision the life of a Roman soldier who is on duty or experiencing adventures across the Roman world.An Introduction to the Roman Military: From Marius (100 BCE) to Theodosius II (450 CE) starts with a historical overview before introducing readers to the Roman soldier. It covers such things as the military hierarchy, soldierly origins, recruitment and training, and the soldier's appearance and identity. The next section looks at the Roman military during war--its environment, strategies, campaigns, and enemies. Their existence during times of peace follows that and focuses on how soldiers celebrated victory, mourned defeat, and readjusted to civilian life after a war. The book also features a timeline for readers to follow, as well as two glossaries--one filled with Roman military terms and the other with important names and events.\* Authentically captures the experiences of Roman soldiers\* Educates undergraduate or graduate students on Roman military history\* Describes Roman soldiers based on legal, epigraphic, and archaeological evidence\* Emphasizes the human side of the Roman military\* Moves through three Roman historical periods--the late republic, high imperial, and late antiquityAn Introduction to the Roman Military is an engaging choice as a text for specific courses on the Roman military or army. It is also suitable for more general courses covering ancient warfare.In addition to university students, researchers and history enthusiasts will have the opportunity to follow the military lives of three Roman soldiers with this unique book.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn to deploy proven cryptographic tools in your applications and servicesCryptography is, quite simply, what makes security and privacy in the digital world possible. Tech professionals, including programmers, IT admins, and security analysts, need to understand how cryptography works to protect users, data, and assets. Implementing Cryptography Using Python will teach you the essentials, so you can apply proven cryptographic tools to secure your applications and systems. Because this book uses Python, an easily accessible language that has become one of the standards for cryptography implementation, you'll be able to quickly learn how to secure applications and data of all kinds.In this easy-to-read guide, well-known cybersecurity expert Shannon Bray walks you through creating secure communications in public channels using public-key cryptography. You'll also explore methods of authenticating messages to ensure that they haven't been tampered with in transit. Finally, you'll learn how to use digital signatures to let others verify the messages sent through your services.\* Learn how to implement proven cryptographic tools, using easy-to-understand examples written in Python\* Discover the history of cryptography and understand its critical importance in today's digital communication systems\* Work through real-world examples to understand the pros and cons of various authentication methods\* Protect your end-users and ensure that your applications and systems are using up-to-date cryptography.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Wrap your head around the complicated world of investment banking with thisunderstandableand comprehensive resource The celebrated authors ofInvestment Banking For Dummies, 2nd Editionhave updated and modernized their best-selling book to bring readers an invaluable and accessible volume about the investment banking industry. Written in the straightforward and approachable tone theFor Dummiesseries is known for the world over, authors Matthew Krantz and Robert Johnson have created an indispensable resource for students and professionals new to investment banking. The book coversallthe crucial topics required to understand the fundamentals of the industry, including: - Strategies for different types of risk management: market, credit, operating, reputation, legal, and funding - The key investment banking operations: venture capital, buyouts, M&A, equity underwriting, debt, and more - The relationship between leverages buyout funds, hedge funds, and corporate and institutional clients Investment Banking For Dummies, 2ndEditionoffers, for the first time, a brand-new chapter devoted to cryptocurrencies, and new content on 'unicorn' IPOs, including Uber, Lyft, and Airbnb.Wiley-VCH GmbH, Boschstraße 12, 69469 Weinheim Englisch.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Asset-Liability and Liquidity Management distils the author's extensive experience in the financial industry, and ALM in particular, into concise and comprehensive lessons. Each of the topics are covered with a focus on real-world applications, based on the author's own experience in the industry. The author is the Vice President of Treasury Modeling and Analytics at American Express. He is also an adjunct Professor at New York University, teaching a variety of analytical courses. Learn from the best as Dr. Farahvash takes you through basic and advanced topics, including: The fundamentals of analytical finance Detailed explanations of financial valuation models for a variety of products The principle of economic value of equity and value-at-risk The principle of net interest income and earnings-at-risk Liquidity risk Funds transfer pricing A detailed Appendix at the end of the book helps novice users with basic probability and statistics concepts used in financial analytics.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Offers a comprehensive, accessible introduction to experimental design, field monitoring skills for plants and animals, data analysis, interpretation and reportingThis user-friendly book presents field monitoring skills for both plants and animals, within the context of a research project. This text provides a single resource to take the reader all the way through from the planning stage, into the field, guiding through sampling, organism identification, computer-based data analysis and interpretation, and finally how to present the results to maximise the impact of the work. Logically structured throughout, and revised extensively in the second edition, the book concentrates on the techniques required to design a field-based ecological survey and shows how to execute an appropriate sampling regime. It evaluates appropriate sampling and analytical methods, identifying potential problems associated with various techniques and how to mitigate these.The second edition of this popular text has updated reference material and weblinks, increased the number of case studies by 50% to illustrate the use of specific techniques in the field, added over 20% more figures (including 8 colour plates), and made more extensive use of footnotes to provide extra details. Extensions to topics covered in the first edition include additional discussion of: ethical issues; statistical methods (sample size estimation, use of the statistical package R, mixed models); bioindicators, especially for freshwater pollution; seeds, fecundity and population dynamics including static and dynamic life tables; forestry techniques including tree coring and tree mortality calculations; the use of data repositories; writing for a journal and producing poster and oral presentations. In addition, the use of new and emerging technologies has been a particular focus, including mobile apps for environmental monitoring and identification; land cover and GIS; the use of drones including legal frameworks and codes of practice; molecular field techniques including DNA analysis in the field (including eDNA); photo-matching for identifying individuals; camera trapping; modern techniques for detecting and analysing bat echolocation calls; and data storage using the cloud.Divided into six distinct chapters, Practical Field Ecology, 2nd Edition begins at project inception with a chapter on planning--covering health and safety, along with guidance on how to ensure that the sampling and experimental design is suitable for subsequent statistical analysis. Following a chapter dealing with site characterisation and general aspects of species identification, subsequent chapters describe the techniques used to survey and census particular groups of organisms. The final chapters cover analysing, interpreting and presenting data, and writing up the research.\* Offers a readable and approachable integrated guide devoted to field-based research projects\* Takes students from the planning stage, into the field, and clearly guides them through organism identification in the laboratory and computer-based data analysis, interpretation and data presentation\* Includes a chapter on how to write project reports and present findings in a variety of formats to differing audiencesAimed at undergraduates taking courses in Ecology, Biology, Geography, and Environmental Science, Practical Field Ecology, 2nd Edition will also benefit postgraduates seeking to support their projects.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn how to apply cognitive principles to the problems of computer visionComputational Models for Cognitive Vision formulates the computational models for the cognitive principles found in biological vision, and applies those models to computer vision tasks. Such principles include perceptual grouping, attention, visual quality and aesthetics, knowledge-based interpretation and learning, to name a few. The author's ultimate goal is to provide a framework for creation of a machine vision system with the capability and versatility of the human vision.Written by Dr. Hiranmay Ghosh, the book takes readers through the basic principles and the computational models for cognitive vision, Bayesian reasoning for perception and cognition, and other related topics, before establishing the relationship of cognitive vision with the multi-disciplinary field broadly referred to as 'artificial intelligence'. The principles are illustrated with diverse application examples in computer vision, such as computational photography, digital heritage and social robots. The author concludes with suggestions for future research and salient observations about the state of the field of cognitive vision.Other topics covered in the book include:\* knowledge representation techniques\* evolution of cognitive architectures\* deep learning approaches for visual cognitionUndergraduate students, graduate students, engineers, and researchers interested in cognitive vision will consider this an indispensable and practical resource in the development and study of computer vision. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Wrap your head around the complicated world of investment banking with thisunderstandableand comprehensive resource The celebrated authors ofInvestment Banking For Dummies, 2nd Editionhave updated and modernized their best-selling book to bring readers an invaluable and accessible volume about the investment banking industry. Written in the straightforward and approachable tone theFor Dummiesseries is known for the world over, authors Matthew Krantz and Robert Johnson have created an indispensable resource for students and professionals new to investment banking. The book coversallthe crucial topics required to understand the fundamentals of the industry, including: - Strategies for different types of risk management: market, credit, operating, reputation, legal, and funding - The key investment banking operations: venture capital, buyouts, M&A, equity underwriting, debt, and more - The relationship between leverages buyout funds, hedge funds, and corporate and institutional clients Investment Banking For Dummies, 2ndEditionoffers, for the first time, a brand-new chapter devoted to cryptocurrencies, and new content on 'unicorn' IPOs, including Uber, Lyft, and Airbnb. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this newly revised5th EditionofChemicaland Engineering Thermodynamics,Sandlerpresents a modern, applied approach to chemical thermodynamics and provides sufficient detail to develop a solid understanding of the key principles in the field. The text confronts current information on environmental and safety issues and how chemical engineering principles apply in biochemical engineering, bio-technology, polymers, and solid-state-processing. This book is appropriate for the undergraduate and graduate level courses.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Ensure that your not-for-profit accounting is airtight for 2020Not-for profit organizations have unique characteristics, so they must adhere to a specific set of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Wiley Not-For-Profit GAAP 2020 provides practical guidance on how to identify and apply the relevant standards. This guide is indispensable for professionals responsible for preparing and auditing not-for-profit accounts. You will learn how to interpret the relevant accounting principles and how to apply them, all while minimizing unnecessary effort and eliminating potentially costly errors.This comprehensive yet concise text thoroughly examines the latest standards for measurement, presentation, and disclosure related to not-for-profits. It covers the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Codification, all relevant Accounting Standards Updates, and other guidance that applies to not-for-profit organizations, particularly that of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). With this unrivalled reference tool, your not-for-profit GAAP questions are answered.\* Easily understand the latest not-for-profit GAAP with visual aids, including flowcharts, diagrams, and illustrations\* Navigate complex requirements and ensure completeness of GAAP disclosures\* Stay current with all not-for-profit accounting pronouncements, including FASB, AICPA, and more\* Enjoy practical, user-friendly guidance on applying the relevant accounting standards in your not-for-profit organizationWith Wiley Not-For-Profit GAAP 2020, you can be assured you have the most current, comprehensive accounting information that applies to nonprofit organizations. Stay in compliance and ensure timely, accurate reporting with this authoritative volume.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Up-to-date resource on Hadamard matricesHadamard Matrices: Constructions using Number Theory and Algebra provides students with a discussion of the basic definitions used for Hadamard Matrices as well as more advanced topics in the subject, including:\* Gauss sums, Jacobi sums and relative Gauss sums\* Cyclotomic numbers\* Plug-in matrices, arrays, sequences and M-structure\* Galois rings and Menon Hadamard differences sets\* Paley difference sets and Paley type partial difference sets\* Symmetric Hadamard matrices, skew Hadamard matrices and amicable Hadamard matrices\* A discussion of asymptotic existence of Hadamard matrices\* Maximal determinant matrices, embeddability of Hadamard matrices and growth problem for Hadamard matricesThe book can be used as a textbook for graduate courses in combinatorics, or as a reference for researchers studying Hadamard matrices.Utilized in the fields of signal processing and design experiments, Hadamard matrices have been used for 150 years, and remain practical today. Hadamard Matrices combines a thorough discussion of the basic concepts underlying the subject matter with more advanced applications that will be of interest to experts in the area. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Since the launch of Telemedicine Technologies (Wiley, 2010), the technologies surrounding telemedicine have changed immeasurably, particularly with the emerging trends of Internet-of-Things (IoT), digital/e-Health, and wearable, smart and assistive technologies. This second edition overhauls and expands on the original text to reflect the technical advances of the last decade. It covers applications from traditional healthcare services to remote patient monitoring and recovery, to alternative medicine and general health assessment for maintaining optimal health. This welcome update brings together a broad range of topics demonstrating how information and wireless technologies can be used in healthcare.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A comprehensive and interdisciplinary guide to systems engineeringSystems Engineering: Principles and Practice, 3rd Edition is the leading interdisciplinary reference for systems engineers. The up-to-date third edition provides readers with discussions of model-based systems engineering, requirements analysis, engineering design, and software design. Freshly updated governmental and commercial standards, architectures, and processes are covered in-depth. The book includes newly updated topics on:\* Risk\* Prototyping\* Modeling and simulation\* Software/computer systems engineeringExamples and exercises appear throughout the text, allowing the reader to gauge their level of retention and learning. Systems Engineering: Principles and Practice was and remains the standard textbook used worldwide for the study of traditional systems engineering. The material is organized in a manner that allows for quick absorption of industry best practices and methods.Throughout the book, best practices and relevant alternatives are discussed and compared, encouraging the reader to think through various methods like a practicing systems engineer.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Marketing Research, 13th Edition presents a clear and comprehensive introduction to the field, with a strong focus on methodologies and the role of market research in strategic decision making. Employing a unique macro-micro-macro approach, the text begins with a broad overview of market research and its place within--and value to--an organization, before zooming in to detail the granular view of the research process. Step-by-step explanations cover the latest methodologies and current practices, highlighting advanced techniques as well as their limitations and potential benefits, followed by a high-level discussion of research applications.An emphasis on real-world processes is underscored by end-of-chapter cases, allowing students to apply what they've learned in the context of real-life examples covering a broad range of products and organizations. This practical approach promotes engagement while building essential critical analysis, interpretation, and decision-making skills, preparing students to recognize potential research applications, alternatives where they exist, and the quality of research at hand. By pulling together market intelligence, strategy, theory, and application, this text helps students build a deep understanding while retaining the big picture perspective.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An essential guide to the modeling and design techniques for securing systems that utilize the Internet of ThingsModeling and Design of Secure Internet of Things offers a guide to the underlying foundations of modeling secure Internet of Things' (IoT) techniques. The contributors--noted experts on the topic--also include information on practical design issues that are relevant for application in the commercial and military domains. They also present several attack surfaces in IoT and secure solutions that need to be developed to reach their full potential.The book offers material on security analysis to help with in understanding and quantifying the impact of the new attack surfaces introduced by IoT deployments. The authors explore a wide range of themes including: modeling techniques to secure IoT, game theoretic models, cyber deception models, moving target defense models, adversarial machine learning models in military and commercial domains, and empirical validation of IoT platforms. This important book:\* Presents information on game-theory analysis of cyber deception\* Includes cutting-edge research finding such as IoT in the battlefield, advanced persistent threats, and intelligent and rapid honeynet generation\* Contains contributions from an international panel of experts\* Addresses design issues in developing secure IoT including secure SDN-based network orchestration, networked device identity management, multi-domain battlefield settings, and smart citiesWritten for researchers and experts in computer science and engineering, Modeling and Design of Secure Internet of Things contains expert contributions to provide the most recent modeling and design techniques for securing systems that utilize Internet of Things.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An important guide to the major techniques for generating coherent light in the mid-infrared region of the spectrumLaser-based Mid-infrared Sources and Applications gives a comprehensive overview of the existing methods for generating coherent light in the important yet difficult-to-reach mid-infrared region of the spectrum (2-20 mum) and their applications.The book describes major approaches for mid-infrared light generation including ion-doped solid-state lasers, fiber lasers, semiconductor lasers, and laser sources based on nonlinear optical frequency conversion, and reviews a range of applications: spectral recognition of molecules and trace gas sensing, biomedical and military applications, high-field physics and attoscience, and others. Every chapter starts with the fundamentals for a given technique that enables self-directed study, while extensive references help conduct deeper research.Laser-based Mid-infrared Sources and Applications provides up-to-date information on the state-of the art mid-infrared sources, discusses in detail the advancements made over the last two decades such as microresonators and interband cascade lasers, and explores novel approaches that are currently subjects of intense research such as supercontinuum and frequency combs generation. This important book:\* Explains the fundamental principles and major techniques for coherent mid-infrared light generation\* Discusses recent advancements and current cutting-edge research in the field\* Highlights important biomedical, environmental, and military applicationsWritten for researchers, academics, students, and engineers from different disciplines, the book helps navigate the rapidly expanding field of mid-infrared laser-based technologies.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A comprehensive, step-by-step reference to the Nyström Method for solving Electromagnetic problems using integral equationsComputational electromagnetics studies the numerical methods or techniques that solve electromagnetic problems by computer programming. Currently, there are mainly three numerical methods for electromagnetic problems: the finite-difference time-domain (FDTD), finite element method (FEM), and integral equation methods (IEMs). In the IEMs, the method of moments (MoM) is the most widely used method, but much attention is being paid to the Nyström method as another IEM, because it possesses some unique merits which the MoM lacks. This book focuses on that method--providing information on everything that students and professionals working in the field need to know.Written by the top researchers in electromagnetics, this complete reference book is a consolidation of advances made in the use of the Nyström method for solving electromagnetic integral equations. It begins by introducing the fundamentals of the electromagnetic theory and computational electromagnetics, before proceeding to illustrate the advantages unique to the Nyström method through rigorous worked out examples and equations. Key topics include quadrature rules, singularity treatment techniques, applications to conducting and penetrable media, multiphysics electromagnetic problems, time-domain integral equations, inverse scattering problems and incorporation with multilevel fast multiple algorithm.\* Systematically introduces the fundamental principles, equations, and advantages of the Nyström method for solving electromagnetic problems\* Features the unique benefits of using the Nyström method through numerical comparisons with other numerical and analytical methods\* Covers a broad range of application examples that will point the way for future researchThe Nystrom Method in Electromagnetics is ideal for graduate students, senior undergraduates, and researchers studying engineering electromagnetics, computational methods, and applied mathematics. Practicing engineers and other industry professionals working in engineering electromagnetics and engineering mathematics will also find it to be incredibly helpful. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A solid introduction to the field of surfactant science, this new edition provides updated information about surfactant uses, structures, and preparation, as well as seven new chapters expanding on technology applications.\* Offers a comprehensive introduction and reference of the science and technology of surface active materials\* Elaborates, more fully than prior editions, aspects of surfactant crystal structure as well as their effects on applications\* Adds more information on new classes and applications of natural surfactants in light of environmental consequences of surfactant use.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Efficient Single Board Computers (SBCs) and advanced VLSI systems have resulted in edge analytics and faster decision making. The QoS parameters like energy, delay, reliability, security, and throughput should be improved on seeking better intelligent expert systems. The resource constraints in the Edge devices, challenges the researchers to meet the required QoS. Since these devices and components work in a remote unattended environment, an optimum methodology to improve its lifetime has become mandatory. Continuous monitoring of events is mandatory to avoid tragic situations; it can only be enabled by providing high QoS. The applications of IoT in digital twin development, health care, traffic analysis, home surveillance, intelligent agriculture monitoring, defense and all common day to day activities have resulted in pioneering embedded devices, which can offer high computational facility without much latency and delay. The book address industrial problems in designing expert system and IoT applications. It provides novel survey and case study report on recent industrial approach towards Smart City development. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Over_the_past_several_years,_extensive_research_has_been_done_on_the_microbial_production_of_polyunsaturated_fatty_acids_PUFA_Regardless,_research_on_the_oleaginous_microalgae_used_as_feedstock_for_biofuels_production_and_the_overall_story_about_the_production_of_nutraceutical_fatty_acids_from_oleaginous_microalgae_has_been_very_limited_This_volume_provides_an_exclusive_insight_on_the_production_of_nutraceutical_fatty_acids_from_oleaginous_microalgae_and_their_role_on_human_healthSome_saturated_and_monounsaturated_fatty_acids_can_be_synthesized_by_humans,_whereas_long-chain_polyunsaturated_fatty_acids_PUFAs_such_as_alpha-linolenic_acid_and_linoleic_acid_cannot_and_are_deemed_essential_The_products_of_these_acids,_such_as_DHA,_which_is_important_for_early_visual_and_neurological_development,_are_extremely_important_to_human_health_Replacing_SFAs_with_omega-3_and_omega-6_fatty_acids_in_the_diet_reduce_the_risk_of_cardiovascular_diseases_and_prevent_Alzheimer's,_bipolar_disorder,_and_schizophrenia,_among_other_benefitsThe_ever-rising_global_demand_for_omega-3_&_6_PUFAs,_however,_cannot_be_met_solely_by_fish_oil,_due_to_diminishing_fish_stocks_and_pollution_of_marine_ecosystems,_which_has_led_to_increased_interest_in_alternative_sustainable_sources_Vegetable_oils_from_genetically_engineered_plant_oilseeds_and_microorganisms_are_two_potential_alternatives_to_fish_oil,_even_though_omega-3_PUFAs_are_highest_in_the_latter_Although_transgenic_plants_present_numerous_advantages,_their_production_is_dependent_on_seasonal_and_climatic_conditions_and_the_availability_of_arable_land_Moreover,_there_are_public_concerns_regarding_the_cultivation_of_transgenic_crops_in_open_ecosystems_These,_together_with_regulatory_issues_restrict_the_large-scale_production_of_genetically_modified_crops_Microorganisms,_however,_are_known_natural_producers_of_microbial_oils_similar_to_those_obtained_from_plants_and_animals_and_a_possible_source_of_nutritionally_important_omega-3_&_6_PUFAsThis_groundbreaking_volume_presents_invaluable_new_research_on_essential_fatty_acids,_their_production_from_various_oleaginous_microorganisms,_biochemical_and_metabolic_engineering_to_improve_PUFAs_content_in_oil,_extraction_and_purification_of_omega_3_fatty_acids,_and_the_current_market_scenario_Whether_a_veteran_engineer_or_scientist_using_it_as_a_reference_or_a_professor_using_it_as_a_textbook,_this_outstanding_new_volume_is_a_must-have_for_any_engineer_or_scientist_working_in_food_science. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From a rehabilitation series-what works for those who've sexually offended The Wiley Handbook of What Works with Sexual Offenders is an important addition to the What Works in Offender Rehabilitation handbook series. This handbook specifically looks at the topics of sexual offender theory, assessment, rehabilitation, prevention, policy, and risk management. Current assessment frameworks and intervention programmes are evaluated, with consideration of treatment efficacy. The handbook provides professionals with an evidence-based approach to the management and rehabilitation of individuals who have sexually offended, while presenting ideas on the prevention of sexual abuse. Concepts and theory behind sexual offender rehabilitation are presented with a focus on how this information can be applied in the development of real-world policies that seek to reduce re-offending. The Wiley Handbook of What Works with Sexual Offenders also includes discussions from renowned international researchers and clinicians on the empirical findings of treatment effectiveness. - Presents theory, research, policy, and practice related to sexual offenses - Addresses a full range of topics, such as sexual aggression, structured risk assessment, sexual offenders with intellectual disabilities, and pharmacological treatment of sexual offenders - Discusses how conceptual and theoretical material can be used in establishing policy and practice As an important reference work, this rehabilitation handbook offers material for practitioners, including probation officers, social workers and psychologists. Each handbook within the What Works in Offender Rehabilitation series studies current theory, policy, and practice related to a type of offending.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Forages: The Science of Grassland Agriculture, 7th Edition, Volume II will extensively evaluate the current knowledge and information on forage agriculture.Chapters written by leading researchers and authorities in grassland agriculture are aggregated under section themes, each one representing a major topic within grassland science and agriculture. This 7th edition will include two new additional chapters covering all aspects of forage physiology in three separate chapters, instead of one in previous editions. Chapters will be updated throughout to include new information that has developed since the last edition.This new edition of the classic reference serves as a comprehensive supplement to An Introduction to Grassland Agriculture, Volume I; Band II der 7. Auflage von Forages: The Science of Grassland Agriculture vermittelt detailliert den derzeitigen Erkenntnisstand zu Anbau und Gewinnung von Grünfutter.Die nach Sachgebieten geordneten Kapitel stammen von renommierten Forschern und Experten des Fachgebiets. Jedes Kapitel behandelt einen wichtigen Themenbereich aus Forschung und Agrarwirtschaft. Die 7. Auflage enthält zwei neue Kapitel zur Physiologie von Grünfutter. Alle Inhalte des Referenzwerks wurden aktualisiert und um neue Erkenntnisse erweitert.Die neue Auflage dieses umfassenden Standardwerks ist eine Ergänzung zu Band I von An Introduction to Grassland Agriculture.…