Laser shock peening (LSP) is a relatively new surface treatment for metallic materials. LSP is a process to induce compressive residual stresses using shock waves generated by laser pulses. LSP can greatly improve the resistance of a material to crack initiation and propagation brought on by cyclic loading and fatigue. This pioneering book was the first of its kind to consolidate scattered knowledge into one comprehensive volume. It describes the mechanisms of LSP and its substantial role ...

Aedre, having toppled the mafia and harboured two victims in her master's temple, makes a chilling discovery—YuFang, one of the hidden, is a mass murderer.But now, as the rain ceases, she finds herself stranded on Haunted River, unable to teleport back to warn her friends she brought a murderer to their temple.Imprisoned in a hospital bed, paralyzed, and too far from a mystical river, Aedre seizes a risky opportunity to teleport in her paraplegic state. Yet...

Are you looking for a gentle, low-impact way to stay mobile and steady without straining your joints?Low Effort Chair Tai Chi for Seniors Over 60 was designed specifically for adults over 60 who value safety, clarity, and steady progress. Drawing from structured seated tai chi principles, this guide walks you step-by-step through posture, breathing, balance, joint-friendly movement, and a practical 10-minute daily routine. Each chapter builds logically, he...

Build apps using .NET MAUI and Blazor with this comprehensive, revised guide for .NET 8. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.Key FeaturesHandle data effectively with expanded coverage on the MVVM model and data bindingIntegrate platform-specific code using plugins and custom controlsMigrate from Xamarin.Forms to .NET MAUI for the latest hybrid app development capabilitiesBook DescriptionAn...

This collection of essays examines the health risks, health programs, and access to healthcare among marginalized communities in Africa. Drawing on rich ethnographic evidence, Environment, Economy, and Health in African Marginal Communities foregrounds the lived experiences and personal knowledge of marginalized peoples and brings scholarly attention to emerging healthcare trends across Africa.

Motion pictures were first introduced to China in 1896 and today China has become a major player in the film industry. However, the story of how Chinese cinema became what it is today is an exceptionally turbulent one. It encompasses incursions by foreign powers, warfare among contending rulers, the collapse of the Chinese empire, and the massive setback of the Cultural Revolution.The Historical Dictionary of Chinese Cinema covers the history of Chinese cinema from its very beginni...

**Longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medals of ExcellenceWinner of the Janet Heidinger Kafka PrizeWinner of the Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA) Best Book AwardA harrowing and redemptive immigrant story for readers of PachinkoA Chinese railroad worker and his young daughter—sold into servitude—in 19th century California search for family, fulfillment, and belonging in a violent new land**"Heaven and earth do not pick and choo...

LONGLISTED FOR THE 2022 ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN FICTIONAn extraordinary debut collection of short stories by a three-time Pushcart Prize winner following Chinese women in both China and the United States who turn to signs and languages as they cross the alien landscapes of migration and motherhood"The most common word in Chinese, perhaps, a ubiquitous syllable people utter and hear all the time, which is supposed to mean...

Charlie is an ordinary panda living in a small town near Tokyo, Japan. He runs a noodle shop and has a keen interest in food. One day, a mysterious visitor, Mr. Blackwood, gave him a mysterious coin, and Charlie set off on an adventure to find out the secret behind the coin. He met Freya in Rio de Janeiro and searched for clues together, but they were attacked by thieves...

Assesses key developments in sensor technology to improve monitoring and management of complex agricultural systemsConsiders the growing influence of proximal crop sensors in assessing, monitoring and measuring the health of agricultural soilsExplores the potential of remote and aerial sensing towards achieving sustainable crop production through more targeted irrigation management, site-specific nutrient management and weed management

An Ping is a supermarket owner in a small town in northern China. His mundane life is changed by the unexpected arrival of the magical world girl, Emilia. Emilia fainted on his back. Subsequently, the mysterious Department 9 intervened, informing An Ping that Emilia is a time traveller and asking him to assist in handling related matters.

Comprehensive coverage of the latest research in isolating and analysing the diverse range of compounds in milkReviews the genetic factors that affect milk composition, as well as the ways milk chemistry can affect sensory qualityExplores the importance of milk as a valuable commodity