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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 ...

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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Topics in Modal Analysis & Parameter Identification, Vol. 9

Proceedings of the 42nd IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics 2024

Edited by Brandon J. Dilworth, Timothy Marinone, Jon Furlich ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
Topics in Modal Analysis, Testing & Parameter Identification, Volume 9: Proceedings of the 42**nd IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2024, the nineth volume of ten 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 Modal Analysis, ... Read more

$465.05 NZD

Topics in Modal Analysis, Testing & Parameter Identification, Volume 9: Proceedings of the 42**nd IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2024, the nineth volume of ten 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 Modal Analysis,
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Vibration Analysis, Instruments, and Signal Processing

by Jyoti Kumar Sinha ...

Provides Typical Abstract Representations of Different Steps for Analyzing Any Dynamic SystemVibration and dynamics are common in everyday life, and the use of vibration measurements, tests, and analyses is becoming standard for various applications. Vibration Analysis, Instruments, and Signal Processing focuses on the basic understanding of vibrat ... Read more

$131.01 NZD

Provides Typical Abstract Representations of Different Steps for Analyzing Any Dynamic SystemVibration and dynamics are common in everyday life, and the use of vibration measurements, tests, and analyses is becoming standard for various applications. Vibration Analysis, Instruments, and Signal Processing focuses on the basic understanding of vibrat
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Understanding Active Noise Cancellation

by Colin H. Hansen ...

Understanding Active Noise Cancellation Provides a concise introduction to the fundamentals and applications of active control of vibration and sound for the non-expert. It is also a useful quick reference for the specialist engineer. The book emphasises the practical applications of technology, and complex control algorithms and structures are onl ... Read more

$241.16 NZD

Understanding Active Noise Cancellation Provides a concise introduction to the fundamentals and applications of active control of vibration and sound for the non-expert. It is also a useful quick reference for the specialist engineer. The book emphasises the practical applications of technology, and complex control algorithms and structures are onl
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Underwater Acoustic Modelling and Simulation

by P.C. Etter ...

Underwater Acoustic Modeling and Simulation examines the translation of our physical understanding of sound in the sea into mathematical models that can simulate acoustic propagation, noise and reverberation in the ocean. These models are used in a variety of research and operational applications to predict and diagnose the performance of complex s ... Read more

$959.01 NZD

Underwater Acoustic Modeling and Simulation examines the translation of our physical understanding of sound in the sea into mathematical models that can simulate acoustic propagation, noise and reverberation in the ocean. These models are used in a variety of research and operational applications to predict and diagnose the performance of complex s
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Applied Structural and Mechanical Vibrations

Theory and Methods, Second Edition

by Paolo L. Gatti ...

The second edition of Applied Structural and Mechanical Vibrations: Theory and Methods continues the first edition's dual focus on the mathematical theory and the practical aspects of engineering vibrations measurement and analysis. This book emphasises the physical concepts, brings together theory and practice, and includes a number of worked-out ... Read more

$220.27 NZD

The second edition of Applied Structural and Mechanical Vibrations: Theory and Methods continues the first edition's dual focus on the mathematical theory and the practical aspects of engineering vibrations measurement and analysis. This book emphasises the physical concepts, brings together theory and practice, and includes a number of worked-out
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Dissipative Systems Analysis and Control

Theory and Applications

by Bernard Brogliato, Rogelio Lozano, Bernhard Maschke, Olav Egeland ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
The third edition of the now standard Dissipative Systems Analysis and Control presents a revised and expanded treatment of dissipative systems theory, constituting a self-contained, advanced introduction for graduate students, researchers and practising engineers. It examines linear, nonlinear and nonsmooth systems, with many examples in each chapter; occasional infinite-dimensional examples are ... Read more

$324.98 NZD

The third edition of the now standard Dissipative Systems Analysis and Control presents a revised and expanded treatment of dissipative systems theory, constituting a self-contained, advanced introduction for graduate students, researchers and practising engineers. It examines linear, nonlinear and nonsmooth systems, with many examples in each chapter; occasional infinite-dimensional examples are
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Optimized Engineering Vibration Isolation, Absorption and Control

by Wei Huang, Jian Xu ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book presents the research results of advanced vibration control technology, based on two types of typical equipment in industrial engineering of China: power equipment and vibration-sensitive equipment. The main contents of this book include optimized active control strategy research, semi-active control research that can track and equivalently achieve active control effects, refined ... Read more

$304.62 NZD

This book presents the research results of advanced vibration control technology, based on two types of typical equipment in industrial engineering of China: power equipment and vibration-sensitive equipment. The main contents of this book include optimized active control strategy research, semi-active control research that can track and equivalently achieve active control effects, refined
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Operational Modal Analysis of Civil Engineering Structures

An Introduction and Guide for Applications

by Giovanni Fabbrocino, Carlo Rainieri ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book covers all aspects of operational modal analysis for civil engineering, from theoretical background to applications, including measurement hardware, software development, and data processing. In particular, this book provides an extensive description and discussion of OMA methods, their classification and relationship, and advantages and drawbacks. The authors cover both the well ... Read more

$304.62 NZD

This book covers all aspects of operational modal analysis for civil engineering, from theoretical background to applications, including measurement hardware, software development, and data processing. In particular, this book provides an extensive description and discussion of OMA methods, their classification and relationship, and advantages and drawbacks. The authors cover both the well
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Physics

An Introduction to Physical Dynamics

by Michael J.R. Hoch ...

Physics: An Introduction to Physical Dynamics provides an accessible introduction to the fundamentals of physics for science and engineering undergraduates who are studying elementary physics.This textbook contains 12 chapters with accompanying problem sets and explains the dynamical properties of a variety of physical systems. The first six chapters intro- duce Newton’s laws of motion, followed ... Read more

$140.51 NZD

Physics: An Introduction to Physical Dynamics provides an accessible introduction to the fundamentals of physics for science and engineering undergraduates who are studying elementary physics.This textbook contains 12 chapters with accompanying problem sets and explains the dynamical properties of a variety of physical systems. The first six chapters intro- duce Newton’s laws of motion, followed
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Contact Force Models for Multibody Dynamics

by Paulo Flores, Hamid M. Lankarani ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book analyzes several compliant contact force models within the context of multibody dynamics, while also revisiting the main issues associated with fundamental contact mechanics. In particular, it presents various contact force models, from linear to nonlinear, from purely elastic to dissipative, and describes their parameters. Addressing the different numerical methods and algorithms for ... Read more

$182.84 NZD

This book analyzes several compliant contact force models within the context of multibody dynamics, while also revisiting the main issues associated with fundamental contact mechanics. In particular, it presents various contact force models, from linear to nonlinear, from purely elastic to dissipative, and describes their parameters. Addressing the different numerical methods and algorithms for
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Theory Of Satellite Fragmentation In Orbit

by Arjun Tan, Robert C Reynolds ...

For over half a century, an increasing number of satellites have fragmented in orbit, creating a large amount of hazardous orbital debris which threaten the safety of useful functioning satellites and space missions. This book discusses the theory behind these fragmentations followed by studies of actual cases.The book begins with a survey of satellite fragmentations in orbit and the consequent ... Read more

$174.33 NZD

For over half a century, an increasing number of satellites have fragmented in orbit, creating a large amount of hazardous orbital debris which threaten the safety of useful functioning satellites and space missions. This book discusses the theory behind these fragmentations followed by studies of actual cases.The book begins with a survey of satellite fragmentations in orbit and the consequent
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Noise and Vibration Mitigation for Rail Transportation Systems

Proceedings of the 13th International Workshop on Railway Noise, 16-20 September 2019, Ghent, Belgium

Edited by Geert Degrande, Geert Lombaert, David Anderson, Paul de Vos, Pierre-Etienne Gautier, Masanobu Iida, James Tuman Nelson, Jens C. O. Nielsen, David J. Thompson, Thorsten Tielkes, David A. Towers ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book reports on the 13th International Workshop on Railway Noise (IWRN13), held on September 16-20, 2019, in Ghent, Belgium. It gathers original peer-reviewed papers describing the latest developments in railway noise and vibration, as well as state-of-the-art reviews written by authoritative experts in the field. The different papers cover a broad range of railway noise and vibration topics, ... Read more

$406.17 NZD

This book reports on the 13th International Workshop on Railway Noise (IWRN13), held on September 16-20, 2019, in Ghent, Belgium. It gathers original peer-reviewed papers describing the latest developments in railway noise and vibration, as well as state-of-the-art reviews written by authoritative experts in the field. The different papers cover a broad range of railway noise and vibration topics,
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New Perspectives on Nonlinear Dynamics and Complexity

Edited by Dimitri Volchenkov, Albert C. J. Luo ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents select, recent developments in nonlinear and complex systems reported at the 1st Online Conference on Nonlinear Dynamics and Complexity, held on November 23-25, 2020. It provides an exchange recent developments, discoveries, and progresses in Nonlinear Dynamics and Complexity. The collection presents fundamental and frontier theories and techniques for modern science and ... Read more

$485.40 NZD

This book presents select, recent developments in nonlinear and complex systems reported at the 1st Online Conference on Nonlinear Dynamics and Complexity, held on November 23-25, 2020. It provides an exchange recent developments, discoveries, and progresses in Nonlinear Dynamics and Complexity. The collection presents fundamental and frontier theories and techniques for modern science and
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Nonlinear Dynamics, Volume 1

Proceedings of the 34th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics 2016

Edited by Gaetan Kerschen ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
Nonlinear Dynamics, Volume 1. Proceedings of the 34th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Dynamics of Multiphysical Systems: From Active Materials to Vibroacoustics, 2016, the fi rst volume of ten from the Conference, brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. Th e collection presents early fi ndings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of ... Read more

$406.17 NZD

Nonlinear Dynamics, Volume 1. Proceedings of the 34th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Dynamics of Multiphysical Systems: From Active Materials to Vibroacoustics, 2016, the fi rst volume of ten from the Conference, brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. Th e collection presents early fi ndings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of
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Analytical Methods in Rotor Dynamics

Second Edition

by Thomas G. Chondros, Stefanos A. Paipetis, Andrew D. Dimarogonas ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
The design and construction of rotating machinery operating at supercritical speeds was, in the 1920s, an event of revolutionary importance for the then new branch of dynamics known as rotor dynamics. In the 1960s, another revolution occurred: In less than a decade, imposed by operational and economic needs, an increase in the power of turbomachinery by one order of magnitude took place. Dynamic ... Read more

$182.84 NZD

The design and construction of rotating machinery operating at supercritical speeds was, in the 1920s, an event of revolutionary importance for the then new branch of dynamics known as rotor dynamics. In the 1960s, another revolution occurred: In less than a decade, imposed by operational and economic needs, an increase in the power of turbomachinery by one order of magnitude took place. Dynamic
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Multiscale Modeling of the Skeletal System

by Marco Viceconti ...

Integrative approaches to biomedical research promise to advance our understanding of the human body and physiopathology of diseases. In this book, the author focuses on the skeletal system, demonstrating how multiscale modeling can determine the relationship between bone mechanics and disease. Introductory chapters explain the concept of integrative research, what a model is, predictive modeling, ... Read more

$236.43 NZD

Integrative approaches to biomedical research promise to advance our understanding of the human body and physiopathology of diseases. In this book, the author focuses on the skeletal system, demonstrating how multiscale modeling can determine the relationship between bone mechanics and disease. Introductory chapters explain the concept of integrative research, what a model is, predictive modeling,
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Noise-Driven Phenomena in Hysteretic Systems

by Mihai Dimian, Petru Andrei ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Noise-Driven Phenomena in Hysteretic Systems provides a general approach to nonlinear systems with hysteresis driven by noisy inputs, which leads to a unitary framework for the analysis of various stochastic aspects of hysteresis. This book includes integral, differential and algebraic models that are used to describe scalar and vector hysteretic nonlinearities originating from various areas of ... Read more

$182.84 NZD

Noise-Driven Phenomena in Hysteretic Systems provides a general approach to nonlinear systems with hysteresis driven by noisy inputs, which leads to a unitary framework for the analysis of various stochastic aspects of hysteresis. This book includes integral, differential and algebraic models that are used to describe scalar and vector hysteretic nonlinearities originating from various areas of
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Computational Kinematics

Proceedings of the 7th International Workshop on Computational Kinematics that was held at Futuroscope-Poitiers, France, in May 2017

Edited by Saïd Zeghloul, Lotfi Romdhane, Med Amine Laribi ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This is the proceedings of IFToMM CK 2017, the 7th International Workshop on Computational Kinematics that was held in Futuroscope-Poitiers, France in May 2017.Topics treated include: kinematic design and synthesis, computational geometry in kinematics, motion analysis and synthesis, theory of mechanisms, mechanism design, kinematical analysis of serial and parallel robots, kinematical issues in ... Read more

$406.17 NZD

This is the proceedings of IFToMM CK 2017, the 7th International Workshop on Computational Kinematics that was held in Futuroscope-Poitiers, France in May 2017.Topics treated include: kinematic design and synthesis, computational geometry in kinematics, motion analysis and synthesis, theory of mechanisms, mechanism design, kinematical analysis of serial and parallel robots, kinematical issues in
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Nonlinear Dynamics of Structures Under Extreme Transient Loads

by Adnan Ibrahimbegovic, Naida Ademović ...

The effect of combined extreme transient loadings on a structure is not well understood—whether the source is man-made, such as an explosion and fire, or natural, such as an earthquake or extreme wind loading. A critical assessment of current knowledge is timely (with Fukushima-like disasters or terrorist threats).The central issue in all these problems is structural integrity, along with their ... Read more

$129.12 NZD

The effect of combined extreme transient loadings on a structure is not well understood—whether the source is man-made, such as an explosion and fire, or natural, such as an earthquake or extreme wind loading. A critical assessment of current knowledge is timely (with Fukushima-like disasters or terrorist threats).The central issue in all these problems is structural integrity, along with their
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Flexible Multibody System Dynamics: Theory And Applications

by Mingjun Xie ...

This volume examines the theoretical and practical needs on the subject of multibody system dynamics with emphasis on flexible systems and engineering applications. lt focuses on developing an all purpose algorithm for the dynamic simulation of flexible tree-like systems making use of matrix representation at all levels. The book covers new theories with engineering applications involved in broad ... Read more

$379.81 NZD

This volume examines the theoretical and practical needs on the subject of multibody system dynamics with emphasis on flexible systems and engineering applications. lt focuses on developing an all purpose algorithm for the dynamic simulation of flexible tree-like systems making use of matrix representation at all levels. The book covers new theories with engineering applications involved in broad
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Design and Test of Dynamic Vibration Absorbers

by Steven F. Griffin, Daniel J. Inman ...

Series series Synthesis Collection of Technology (R0)
The aim of this book is to educate the beneficiaries of this technology, because there is so little awareness and understanding of what can be achieved with tuned mass dampers and vibration absorbers and of the relatively small increase in mass and complexity in exchange for the tremendous benefit in vibration reduction. It introduces the feedback approach to help understand why these devices work ... Read more

$121.89 NZD

The aim of this book is to educate the beneficiaries of this technology, because there is so little awareness and understanding of what can be achieved with tuned mass dampers and vibration absorbers and of the relatively small increase in mass and complexity in exchange for the tremendous benefit in vibration reduction. It introduces the feedback approach to help understand why these devices work
... Read more
Compressor Handbook: Principles and Practice

by Tony Giampaolo ...

This book examines the full spectrum of compressor types, how they operate, how to control them, and how operating conditions can significantly impact their performance. Discussed in detail are the influence of pressure, temperature, molecular weight, specific heat ratio, compression ratio, speed, vane position, and volume bottles. The various methods of throughput control are also addressed, ... Read more

$322.84 NZD

This book examines the full spectrum of compressor types, how they operate, how to control them, and how operating conditions can significantly impact their performance. Discussed in detail are the influence of pressure, temperature, molecular weight, specific heat ratio, compression ratio, speed, vane position, and volume bottles. The various methods of throughput control are also addressed,
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A Smooth and Discontinuous Oscillator

Theory, Methodology and Applications

by Qingjie Cao, Alain Léger ...

Series series Springer Tracts in Mechanical Engineering
This is the first book to introduce the irrational elliptic function series, providing a theoretical treatment for the smooth and discontinuous system and opening a new branch of applied mathematics. The discovery of the smooth and discontinuous (SD) oscillator and the SD attractors discussed in this book represents a further milestone in nonlinear dynamics, following on the discovery of the Ueda ... Read more

$203.08 NZD

This is the first book to introduce the irrational elliptic function series, providing a theoretical treatment for the smooth and discontinuous system and opening a new branch of applied mathematics. The discovery of the smooth and discontinuous (SD) oscillator and the SD attractors discussed in this book represents a further milestone in nonlinear dynamics, following on the discovery of the Ueda
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