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New Materials and Reliability in Offshore Wind Turbine Technology

Edited by Wiesław Ostachowicz, Malcolm McGugan, Jens-Uwe Schröder-Hinrichs, Marcin Luczak ...

Series series Energy (R0)
This book provides a holistic, interdisciplinary overview of offshore wind energy, and is a must-read for advanced researchers. Topics, from the design and analysis of future turbines, to the decommissioning of wind farms, are covered. The scope of the work ranges from analytical, numerical and experimental advancements in structural and fluid mechanics, to novel developments in risk, safety & ... Read more

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This book provides a holistic, interdisciplinary overview of offshore wind energy, and is a must-read for advanced researchers. Topics, from the design and analysis of future turbines, to the decommissioning of wind farms, are covered. The scope of the work ranges from analytical, numerical and experimental advancements in structural and fluid mechanics, to novel developments in risk, safety &
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Structural Health Monitoring for Suspension Bridges

Interpretation of Field Measurements

by Yang Deng, Aiqun Li ...

This book presents extensive information on structural health monitoring for suspension bridges. During the past two decades, there have been significant advances in the sensing technologies employed in long-span bridge health monitoring. However, interpretation of the massive monitoring data is still lagging behind. This book establishes a series of measurement interpretation frameworks that ... Read more

$267.25 NZD

This book presents extensive information on structural health monitoring for suspension bridges. During the past two decades, there have been significant advances in the sensing technologies employed in long-span bridge health monitoring. However, interpretation of the massive monitoring data is still lagging behind. This book establishes a series of measurement interpretation frameworks that
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Vibration Behavior in Ceramic-Matrix Composites

by Longbiao Li ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book focuses on the vibration behavior of ceramic-matrix composites (CMCs), including (1) vibration natural frequency of intact and damaged CMCs; (2) vibration damping of CMCs considering fibers debonding and fracture; (3) temperature-dependent vibration damping of CMCs; (4) time-dependent vibration damping of CMCs; and (5) cyclic-dependent vibration damping of CMCs. Ceramic-matrix composites ... Read more

$365.36 NZD

This book focuses on the vibration behavior of ceramic-matrix composites (CMCs), including (1) vibration natural frequency of intact and damaged CMCs; (2) vibration damping of CMCs considering fibers debonding and fracture; (3) temperature-dependent vibration damping of CMCs; (4) time-dependent vibration damping of CMCs; and (5) cyclic-dependent vibration damping of CMCs. Ceramic-matrix composites
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Dynamic Substructures, Volume 4

Proceedings of the 37th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics 2019

Edited by Andreas Linderholt, Matthew S. Allen, Randall L. Mayes, Daniel Rixen ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
Dynamics of Coupled Structures*, Volume 4: Proceedings of the 37th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2019,* the fourth volume of eight from the Conference brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. The collection presents early findings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of the Dynamics of Coupled Structures, including ... Read more

$456.70 NZD

Dynamics of Coupled Structures*, Volume 4: Proceedings of the 37th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2019,* the fourth volume of eight from the Conference brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. The collection presents early findings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of the Dynamics of Coupled Structures, including
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Dynamic Balancing of Mechanisms and Synthesizing of Parallel Robots

Edited by Dan Zhang, Bin Wei ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book covers the state-of-the-art technologies in dynamic balancing of mechanisms with minimum increase of mass and inertia. The synthesis of parallel robots based on the Decomposition and Integration concept is also covered in detail. The latest advances are described, including different balancing principles, design of reactionless mechanisms with minimum increase of mass and inertia, and ... Read more

$319.68 NZD

This book covers the state-of-the-art technologies in dynamic balancing of mechanisms with minimum increase of mass and inertia. The synthesis of parallel robots based on the Decomposition and Integration concept is also covered in detail. The latest advances are described, including different balancing principles, design of reactionless mechanisms with minimum increase of mass and inertia, and
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The Science of String Instruments

Edited by Thomas D. Rossing ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Thomas D. Rossing String instruments are found in almost all musical cultures. Bowed string instruments form the backbone of symphony orchestras, and they are used widely as solo inst- ments and in chamber music as well. Guitars are used universally in pop music as well as in classical music. The piano is probably the most versatile of all musical inst- ments, used widely not only in ensemble with ... Read more

$274.01 NZD

Thomas D. Rossing String instruments are found in almost all musical cultures. Bowed string instruments form the backbone of symphony orchestras, and they are used widely as solo inst- ments and in chamber music as well. Guitars are used universally in pop music as well as in classical music. The piano is probably the most versatile of all musical inst- ments, used widely not only in ensemble with
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On the Waves of a Pulsating World

An Engineer’s Adventures in Innovation, Education and Politics: From Russia to the West

by Vladimir Babitsky ...

Translated by Alex Gruzenberg ...

Series series History (R0)
Vladimir Babitsky was born before the Second World War and migrated West after Perestroika. The theory of vibro-impact systems that he developed helped create the world’s safest jackhammer and other record-breaking machines. The author has lived through a series of fascinating epochs: experiencing life under totalitarianism, witnessing the Soviet Union’s collapse, and then migrating to Europe as a ... Read more

$75.34 NZD

Vladimir Babitsky was born before the Second World War and migrated West after Perestroika. The theory of vibro-impact systems that he developed helped create the world’s safest jackhammer and other record-breaking machines. The author has lived through a series of fascinating epochs: experiencing life under totalitarianism, witnessing the Soviet Union’s collapse, and then migrating to Europe as a
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Advanced Classical Mechanics

by Bijan Bagchi ...

This book is designed to serve as a textbook for postgraduates, researchers of applied mathematics, theoretical physics and students of engineering who need a good understanding of classical mechanics. In this book emphasis has been placed on the logical ordering of topics and appropriate formulation of the key mathematical equations with a view to imparting a clear idea of the basic tools of the ... Read more

$441.00 NZD

This book is designed to serve as a textbook for postgraduates, researchers of applied mathematics, theoretical physics and students of engineering who need a good understanding of classical mechanics. In this book emphasis has been placed on the logical ordering of topics and appropriate formulation of the key mathematical equations with a view to imparting a clear idea of the basic tools of the
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Notes on Projectile Impact Analyses

by Hao Wu, Yong Peng, Xiangzhen Kong ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book presents comprehensive experimental, numerical, and theoretical research on projectile impact analysis, such as the rigid projectile penetration/perforation of concrete and metallic targets, and shaped-charge-formed projectile and jet penetrations. Concrete and metal materials are widely used in protective structures in both civil engineering and armored vehicles, such as military ... Read more

$205.50 NZD

This book presents comprehensive experimental, numerical, and theoretical research on projectile impact analysis, such as the rigid projectile penetration/perforation of concrete and metallic targets, and shaped-charge-formed projectile and jet penetrations. Concrete and metal materials are widely used in protective structures in both civil engineering and armored vehicles, such as military
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Mechanics of Mechanisms and Machines

by Ilie Talpasanu, Alexandru Talpasanu ...

Mechanics of Mechanisms and Machines provides a practical approach to machine statics, kinematics, and dynamics for undergraduate and graduate students and mechanical engineers. The text uses a novel method for computation of mechanism and robot joint positions, velocities, accelerations; and dynamics and statics using matrices, graphs, and generation of independent equations from a matroid form. ... Read more

$441.00 NZD

Mechanics of Mechanisms and Machines provides a practical approach to machine statics, kinematics, and dynamics for undergraduate and graduate students and mechanical engineers. The text uses a novel method for computation of mechanism and robot joint positions, velocities, accelerations; and dynamics and statics using matrices, graphs, and generation of independent equations from a matroid form.
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Design of Guidance and Control Systems for Tactical Missiles

by Qi Zaikang, Lin Defu ...

Design of Guidance and Control Systems for Tactical Missiles presents a modern, comprehensive study of the latest design methods for tactical missile guidance and control. It analyzes autopilot designs, seeker system designs, guidance laws and theories, and the internal and external disturbances affecting the performance factors of missile guidance control systems. The text combines detailed ... Read more

$441.00 NZD

Design of Guidance and Control Systems for Tactical Missiles presents a modern, comprehensive study of the latest design methods for tactical missile guidance and control. It analyzes autopilot designs, seeker system designs, guidance laws and theories, and the internal and external disturbances affecting the performance factors of missile guidance control systems. The text combines detailed
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Parametric Resonance in Dynamical Systems

Edited by Thor I. Fossen, Henk Nijmeijer ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Parametric Resonance in Dynamical Systems discusses the phenomenon of parametric resonance and its occurrence in mechanical systems, vehicles, motorcycles, aircraft and marine craft, along micro-electro-mechanical systems. The contributors provides an introduction to the root causes of this phenomenon and its mathematical equivalent, the Mathieu-Hill equation. Also included is a discussion of how ... Read more

$319.68 NZD

Parametric Resonance in Dynamical Systems discusses the phenomenon of parametric resonance and its occurrence in mechanical systems, vehicles, motorcycles, aircraft and marine craft, along micro-electro-mechanical systems. The contributors provides an introduction to the root causes of this phenomenon and its mathematical equivalent, the Mathieu-Hill equation. Also included is a discussion of how
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Robust Output LQ Optimal Control via Integral Sliding Modes

by Leonid Fridman, Alexander Poznyak, Francisco Javier Bejarano ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
Featuring original research from well-known experts in the field of sliding mode control, this monograph presents new design schemes for implementing LQ control solutions in situations where the output system is the only information provided about the state of the plant. This new design works under the restrictions of matched disturbances without losing its desirable features. On the cutting-edge ... Read more

$114.16 NZD

Featuring original research from well-known experts in the field of sliding mode control, this monograph presents new design schemes for implementing LQ control solutions in situations where the output system is the only information provided about the state of the plant. This new design works under the restrictions of matched disturbances without losing its desirable features. On the cutting-edge
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Dynamical Chaos in Planetary Systems

by Ivan I. Shevchenko ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This is the first monograph dedicated entirely to problems of stability and chaotic behaviour in planetary systems and its subsystems. The author explores the three rapidly developing interplaying fields of resonant and chaotic dynamics of Hamiltonian systems, the dynamics of Solar system bodies, and the dynamics of exoplanetary systems. The necessary concepts, methods and tools used to study ... Read more

$388.19 NZD

This is the first monograph dedicated entirely to problems of stability and chaotic behaviour in planetary systems and its subsystems. The author explores the three rapidly developing interplaying fields of resonant and chaotic dynamics of Hamiltonian systems, the dynamics of Solar system bodies, and the dynamics of exoplanetary systems. The necessary concepts, methods and tools used to study
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Advances in Rotor Dynamics, Control, and Structural Health Monitoring

Select Proceedings of ICOVP 2017

Edited by Subashisa Dutta, Esin Inan, Santosha Kumar Dwivedy ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book consists of selected and peer-reviewed papers presented at the 13th International Conference on Vibration Problems (ICOVP 2017). The topics covered in this book are broadly related to the fields of structural health monitoring, vibration control and rotor dynamics. In the structural health monitoring section studies on nonlinear dynamic analysis, damage identification, viscoelastic model ... Read more

$659.96 NZD

This book consists of selected and peer-reviewed papers presented at the 13th International Conference on Vibration Problems (ICOVP 2017). The topics covered in this book are broadly related to the fields of structural health monitoring, vibration control and rotor dynamics. In the structural health monitoring section studies on nonlinear dynamic analysis, damage identification, viscoelastic model
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Ballistics

Theory and Design of Guns and Ammunition

by Donald E. Carlucci, Sidney S. Jacobson ...

Ballistics examines the analytical and computational tools for predicting a weapon’s behavior in terms of pressure, stress, and velocity, demonstrating their applications in ammunition and weapons design. It includes updated and revised equations, end-of-chapter problems, case studies, and practical examples.Explaining the physics of a gun launch, the book describes the behavior of the propelling ... Read more

$499.80 NZD

Ballistics examines the analytical and computational tools for predicting a weapon’s behavior in terms of pressure, stress, and velocity, demonstrating their applications in ammunition and weapons design. It includes updated and revised equations, end-of-chapter problems, case studies, and practical examples.Explaining the physics of a gun launch, the book describes the behavior of the propelling
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Ian Talks Mechanics A-Z

PhysicsAtoZ, #1

by Ian Eress ...

Series Book 1 - PhysicsAtoZ
A comprehensive yet accessible reference on the core concepts and principles of analytical mechanics. This book covers kinematics, forces, energy, momentum, rotation, oscillation, and other topics in depth. Key equations and methods are given and explained, with examples demonstrating their use. The book includes discussions of Newton's laws, work and energy, conservation laws, rotational motion, ... Read more

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A comprehensive yet accessible reference on the core concepts and principles of analytical mechanics. This book covers kinematics, forces, energy, momentum, rotation, oscillation, and other topics in depth. Key equations and methods are given and explained, with examples demonstrating their use. The book includes discussions of Newton's laws, work and energy, conservation laws, rotational motion,
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Advanced Problem in Mechanics II

Proceedings of the XLVIII International Summer School-Conference “Advanced Problems in Mechanics”, 2020, St. Petersburg, Russia

Edited by D. A. Indeitsev, A. M. Krivtsov ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book focuses on original theories and approaches in the field of mechanics. It reports on both theoretical and applied researches, with a special emphasis on problems and solutions at the interfaces of mechanics and other research areas. The respective chapters highlight cutting-edge works fostering development in fields such as micro- and nanomechanics, material science, physics of solid ... Read more

$365.36 NZD

This book focuses on original theories and approaches in the field of mechanics. It reports on both theoretical and applied researches, with a special emphasis on problems and solutions at the interfaces of mechanics and other research areas. The respective chapters highlight cutting-edge works fostering development in fields such as micro- and nanomechanics, material science, physics of solid
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Fundamentals, Properties, and Applications of Polymer Nanocomposites

by Joseph H. Koo ...

This book is focused primarily on polymer nanocomposites, based on the author's research experience as well as open literature. The environmental health and safety aspects of nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposites, risk assessment and safety standards, and fire toxicity of polymer nanocomposites, are studied. In the final chapter, a brief overview of opportunities, trends, and challenges of ... Read more

$225.77 NZD

This book is focused primarily on polymer nanocomposites, based on the author's research experience as well as open literature. The environmental health and safety aspects of nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposites, risk assessment and safety standards, and fire toxicity of polymer nanocomposites, are studied. In the final chapter, a brief overview of opportunities, trends, and challenges of
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Design and Modeling of Mechanical Systems—III

Proceedings of the 7th Conference on Design and Modeling of Mechanical Systems, CMSM'2017, March 27–29, Hammamet, Tunisia

Edited by Mohamed Haddar, Fakher Chaari, Abdelmajid Benamara, Mnaouar Chouchane, Chafik Karra, Nizar Aifaoui ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book offers a collection of original peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 7th International Congress on Design and Modeling of Mechanical Systems (CMSM’2017), held in Hammamet, Tunisia, from the 27th to the 29th of March 2017. It reports on both research findings, innovative industrial applications and case studies concerning mechanical systems and related to modeling and analysis of ... Read more

$659.96 NZD

This book offers a collection of original peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 7th International Congress on Design and Modeling of Mechanical Systems (CMSM’2017), held in Hammamet, Tunisia, from the 27th to the 29th of March 2017. It reports on both research findings, innovative industrial applications and case studies concerning mechanical systems and related to modeling and analysis of
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Describing Motion

The Physical World

by Robert Lambourne ...

Describing Motion: The Physical World provides the quantitative description of a variety of physically important motions. Starting with simple examples of motion along a line, the book introduces key concepts, such as position, velocity, and acceleration, using the fundamental rules of differential calculus. Topics include the free-fall motion of m ... Read more

$115.62 NZD

Describing Motion: The Physical World provides the quantitative description of a variety of physically important motions. Starting with simple examples of motion along a line, the book introduces key concepts, such as position, velocity, and acceleration, using the fundamental rules of differential calculus. Topics include the free-fall motion of m
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Vibration of Discrete and Continuous Systems

by Ahmed Shabana ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This revised, updated textbook adds new focus on computational methods and the importance of vibration theory in computer-aided engineering to fundamental aspects of vibration of discrete and continuous systems covered in the previous two editions of Vibration of Discrete and Continuous Systems. Building on the book’s emphasis on the theory of vibration of mechanical, structural, and aerospace ... Read more

$228.34 NZD

This revised, updated textbook adds new focus on computational methods and the importance of vibration theory in computer-aided engineering to fundamental aspects of vibration of discrete and continuous systems covered in the previous two editions of Vibration of Discrete and Continuous Systems. Building on the book’s emphasis on the theory of vibration of mechanical, structural, and aerospace
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The Six Simple Machines : A Book on How Simple Machines Make Work Easy | Physics for Grade 2 | Children’s Physics Books

by Baby Professor ...

Did you know that big, complex machines can be broken down into six simple machines? This book will introduce your second grader to the six simple machines that make work easy. The first chapter will differentiate between a simple and compound machine. The second chapter will discuss the first three simple machines while the last chapter will touch on the other three. ... Read more

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Did you know that big, complex machines can be broken down into six simple machines? This book will introduce your second grader to the six simple machines that make work easy. The first chapter will differentiate between a simple and compound machine. The second chapter will discuss the first three simple machines while the last chapter will touch on the other three.
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Periodic Feedback Stabilization for Linear Periodic Evolution Equations

by Gengsheng Wang, Yashan Xu ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
This book introduces a number of recent advances regarding periodic feedback stabilization for linear and time periodic evolution equations. First, it presents selected connections between linear quadratic optimal control theory and feedback stabilization theory for linear periodic evolution equations. Secondly, it identifies several criteria for the periodic feedback stabilization from the ... Read more

$125.58 NZD

This book introduces a number of recent advances regarding periodic feedback stabilization for linear and time periodic evolution equations. First, it presents selected connections between linear quadratic optimal control theory and feedback stabilization theory for linear periodic evolution equations. Secondly, it identifies several criteria for the periodic feedback stabilization from the
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