By the year 2040, humans have reached an average life expectancy of 110 years. Many of these centenarians choose to spend their last years in retirement habitats on exotic islands. They are served by intelligent robots that are governed by globally enforced laws.Against the backdrop of climate change on a retirement habitat, this story is woven around the potential capability of the Fifth Law of Robotics being developed by a young robotics researcher. The Fifth Law promises to cham...

This updated volume covers the basic principles and practice of dialysis access management. To cover the latest trends and evidence from clinical trials, new chapters on the management of cephalic arch stenosis and swing zone stenosis, the role of drug eluting balloon in dialysis access interventions, the management of central vein stenosis, endovascular creation of AVF, and the management of steal syndrome have been included.Dialysis Access Management gives readers a step...

This book presents the fundamentals of nonlinear mechanics within a modern computational approach based mainly on finite element methods. Both material and geometric nonlinearities are treated. The topics build up from the mechanics of finite deformation of solid bodies through to nonlinear structural behaviour including buckling, bifurcation and snap-through. The principles are illustrated with a series of solved problems. This book serves as a text book for a second year graduate course ...

This book explores the numerical algorithms underpinning modern finite element based computational mechanics software. It covers all the major numerical methods that are used in computational mechanics. It reviews the basic concepts in linear algebra and advanced matrix theory, before covering solution of systems of equations, symmetric eigenvalue solution methods, and direct integration of discrete dynamic equations of motion, illustrated with numerical examples. This book suits a graduat...

This practical book covers the basic principles and practice of dialysis access management, a crucial part of the care of patients undergoing hemodialysis. It has been written in an easy-to-read, step-by-step format to help facilitate learning and understanding of the procedures and has been supplemented with numerous operative photographs and diagrams demonstrating the commonly performed dialysis access exams, interventions, procedures and surgeries.Dialysis access management

A complete guide to every aspect of interventional nephrology—an essential text for students, residents, fellows, and cliniciansThis timely resource examines all relevant aspects of interventional nephrology, from the history of nephrology to the principles governing the latest vascular access techniques. Heavily illustrated with full-color procedural drawings and featuring an easy-to-follow design, the book includes contributions from many leading authorities in t...

Winner of the Nebula Award and British Fantasy Award for Best NovellaFinalist for the Hugo Award, Locus Award, and World Fantasy Award for Best Novella“A window onto a beautifully developed world that widens the meaning of space opera.” —New York TimesOnce, the mindship known as The Shadow's Child was a military transport. Once, she leapt effortlessly between stars and planets, carrying troops and crew for ...

Taught at junior level math courses at every university, Linear Algebra is essential for students in almost every technical and analytic discipline.

*WINNER OF 2023 LOCUS AWARD FOR BEST FIRST NOVEL * FINALIST FOR THE NEBULA AWARD, and THE LOS ANGELES TIMES RAY BRADBURY PRIZE“The Mountain in the Sea is a wildly original, gorgeously written, unputdownable gem of a novel. Ray Nayler is one of the most exciting new voices I’ve read in years.”—Blake Crouch, author of Upgrade and Dark MatterHumankind discove...

What would you do if you knew the government kept secret information about advanced ancient technology and Atlantis hidden away from the public? Don't you think the public deserve to know if the lost advanced civilization of Atlantis really existed? Author of "A Guide For Writing Hip Hop Lyrics" and "Jazz...For Those Who Don't Appreciate It", Richard Henry will open up your imagination of why Atlantis existed and what technological legacy it left behind. This ebook is short and to the poin...

Have you heard of escape rooms? Maybe you know them as real-life escape games, exit rooms or real-life action adventures!Game styles and methods of designing escape games, all key elements to creating an incredible experience.You'll learn a little about the history of escape rooms, tips on creating game structure, and more!How about 5 things your escape room must contain?Or 10 ways to grab the attention of escape enthusiasts?If you're hoping to build ...

You’re on the hunt for all 151. Some are easy, others are super hard and elusive. Mini Hacks for Pokémon GO Players: Catching focuses on strategies to help build your Pokémon collection.This full color handbook includes tips and techniques on:Ball tossing—how to perfect the curveWhat type of Poké Balls you need for specific monstersHow to most effectively use Razz BerriesWhere you are most likely to find and capt...