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Build a Mathematical Mind - Even If You Think You Can't Have One

by Albert Rutherford ...

Would you like to be a proficient mathematician… without using numbers?There is so much more to math than geometry and calculus! It is present in almost every life aspect, from improving your communication skills to how to fit your luggage into your car.Did you always hate math because you couldn't understand complex formulas?Don't let a few equations or a bad teacher deter you from building a ... Read more

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Would you like to be a proficient mathematician… without using numbers?There is so much more to math than geometry and calculus! It is present in almost every life aspect, from improving your communication skills to how to fit your luggage into your car.Did you always hate math because you couldn't understand complex formulas?Don't let a few equations or a bad teacher deter you from building a
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Alex's Adventures in Numberland

Dispatches from the Wonderful World of Mathematics

by Alex Bellos ...

A tenth anniversary edition of the iconic book about the wonderful world of mathsSunday Times bestseller | Shortlisted for the BBC Samuel Johnson Prize'Original and highly entertaining' Sunday Times'A page turner about humanity's strange, never easy and, above all, never dull relationship with numbers' New Scientist'Will leave you hooked on n... ... Read more

$26.39 NZD

A tenth anniversary edition of the iconic book about the wonderful world of mathsSunday Times bestseller | Shortlisted for the BBC Samuel Johnson Prize'Original and highly entertaining' Sunday Times'A page turner about humanity's strange, never easy and, above all, never dull relationship with numbers' New Scientist'Will leave you hooked on n...
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遠近法基本講座

by なかせよしみ ...

「どうすれば奥行きは表現できるか？」「透視図とはなにか？」漫画の背景描写に必要な遠近法の基本的な考え方を漫画で講義。「ティアズマガジン新潟」誌上での2006年〜2008年連載を総集。4ページの解説漫画を４編収録した総集誌。 ... Read more

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「どうすれば奥行きは表現できるか？」「透視図とはなにか？」漫画の背景描写に必要な遠近法の基本的な考え方を漫画で講義。「ティアズマガジン新潟」誌上での2006年〜2008年連載を総集。4ページの解説漫画を４編収録した総集誌。
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Visualising Safety, an Exploration

Drawings, Pictures, Images, Videos and Movies

Edited by Jean-Christophe Le Coze, Teemu Reiman ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This open access book explores the role visual tools and graphical models play in safety management. It explains the importance of visualising safety, for teaching concepts, communicating ideas to peers, and raising awareness of potential threats through posters.Visualising Safety, an Exploration introduces graphical models which have been influential in promoting ideas of safety, and impacting ... Read more

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This open access book explores the role visual tools and graphical models play in safety management. It explains the importance of visualising safety, for teaching concepts, communicating ideas to peers, and raising awareness of potential threats through posters.Visualising Safety, an Exploration introduces graphical models which have been influential in promoting ideas of safety, and impacting
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Revolutionising Algebra

A Groundbreaking Method For Solving Simultaneous Equations

by Garfield Chikuse ...

BOOK DESCRIPTIONRevolutionising Algebra-A Groundbreaking Method for Solving Simultaneous Equations with EaseUnlock the secrets of algebra with confidence!Are you tired of struggling with solving simultaneous equations?Do you want to master the basic concepts of algebra and unlock a world of endless problem-solving possibilities involving simultaneous equations?Look no further!“Revolutionising ... Read more

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BOOK DESCRIPTIONRevolutionising Algebra-A Groundbreaking Method for Solving Simultaneous Equations with EaseUnlock the secrets of algebra with confidence!Are you tired of struggling with solving simultaneous equations?Do you want to master the basic concepts of algebra and unlock a world of endless problem-solving possibilities involving simultaneous equations?Look no further!“Revolutionising
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Improving Image Quality in Visual Cryptography

by Bin Yan, Yong Xiang, Guang Hua ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book comprehensively covers the important efforts in improving the quality of images in visual cryptography (VC), with a focus on cases with gray scale images. It not only covers schemes in traditional VC and extended VC for binary secret images, but also the latest development in the analysis-by-synthesis approach.This book distinguishes itself from the existing literature in three ways. ... Read more

$205.50 NZD

This book comprehensively covers the important efforts in improving the quality of images in visual cryptography (VC), with a focus on cases with gray scale images. It not only covers schemes in traditional VC and extended VC for binary secret images, but also the latest development in the analysis-by-synthesis approach.This book distinguishes itself from the existing literature in three ways.
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Active Lighting and Its Application for Computer Vision

40 Years of History of Active Lighting Techniques

by Katsushi Ikeuchi, Yasuyuki Matsushita, Ryusuke Sagawa, Hiroshi Kawasaki, Yasuhiro Mukaigawa, Ryo Furukawa, Daisuke Miyazaki ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
This book describes active illumination techniques in computer vision. We can classify computer vision techniques into two classes: passive and active techniques. Passive techniques observe the scene statically and analyse it as is. Active techniques give the scene some actions and try to facilitate the analysis. In particular, active illumination techniques project specific light, for which the ... Read more

$365.36 NZD

This book describes active illumination techniques in computer vision. We can classify computer vision techniques into two classes: passive and active techniques. Passive techniques observe the scene statically and analyse it as is. Active techniques give the scene some actions and try to facilitate the analysis. In particular, active illumination techniques project specific light, for which the
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Inverse Acoustic and Electromagnetic Scattering Theory

by David Colton, Rainer Kress ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
The inverse scattering problem is central to many areas of science and technology such as radar, sonar, medical imaging, geophysical exploration and nondestructive testing. This book is devoted to the mathematical and numerical analysis of the inverse scattering problem for acoustic and electromagnetic waves.In this fourth edition, a number of significant additions have been made including a new ... Read more

$296.85 NZD

The inverse scattering problem is central to many areas of science and technology such as radar, sonar, medical imaging, geophysical exploration and nondestructive testing. This book is devoted to the mathematical and numerical analysis of the inverse scattering problem for acoustic and electromagnetic waves.In this fourth edition, a number of significant additions have been made including a new
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Distance Geometry

Theory, Methods, and Applications

Edited by Antonio Mucherino, Carlile Lavor, Leo Liberti, Nelson Maculan ...

This volume is a collection of research surveys on the Distance Geometry Problem (DGP) and its applications. It will be divided into three parts: Theory, Methods and Applications. Each part will contain at least one survey and several research papers.The first part, Theory, will deal with theoretical aspects of the DGP, including a new class of problems and the study of its complexities as well as ... Read more

$205.50 NZD

This volume is a collection of research surveys on the Distance Geometry Problem (DGP) and its applications. It will be divided into three parts: Theory, Methods and Applications. Each part will contain at least one survey and several research papers.The first part, Theory, will deal with theoretical aspects of the DGP, including a new class of problems and the study of its complexities as well as
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Pearls in Graph Theory

A Comprehensive Introduction

by Nora Hartsfield, Gerhard Ringel ...

Series series Dover Books on Mathematics
"Innovative introductory text . . . clear exposition of unusual and more advanced topics . . . Develops material to substantial level." — American Mathematical Monthly"Refreshingly different . . . an ideal training ground for the mathematical process of investigation, generalization, and conjecture leading to the discovery of proofs and counterexamples." — American Mathematical Monthly" . . . An ... Read more

$37.25 NZD

"Innovative introductory text . . . clear exposition of unusual and more advanced topics . . . Develops material to substantial level." — American Mathematical Monthly"Refreshingly different . . . an ideal training ground for the mathematical process of investigation, generalization, and conjecture leading to the discovery of proofs and counterexamples." — American Mathematical Monthly" . . . An
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Taking Tinkercad to the Next Level

Enhance your ability to design, model, and 3D print with one of the most intuitive CAD programs

by Jason Erdreich ...

Unleash your 3D design creativity with TinkerStar Jason Erdreich as he guides you through Tinkercad's advanced techniques, transforming your ideas into print-ready, unique creationsKey FeaturesImplement effective strategies for 3D modeling using constructive solid geometryLearn common 3D printing techniques and resources used in DIY and industrial settingsCreate functional and aesthetically ... Read more

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Unleash your 3D design creativity with TinkerStar Jason Erdreich as he guides you through Tinkercad's advanced techniques, transforming your ideas into print-ready, unique creationsKey FeaturesImplement effective strategies for 3D modeling using constructive solid geometryLearn common 3D printing techniques and resources used in DIY and industrial settingsCreate functional and aesthetically
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A Tale of Two Fractals

by A.A. Kirillov ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
Since Benoit Mandelbrot's pioneering work in the late 1970s, scores of research articles and books have been published on the topic of fractals. Despite the volume of literature in the field, the general level of theoretical understanding has remained low; most work is aimed either at too mainstream an audience to achieve any depth or at too specialized a community to achieve widespread use. ... Read more

$68.49 NZD

Since Benoit Mandelbrot's pioneering work in the late 1970s, scores of research articles and books have been published on the topic of fractals. Despite the volume of literature in the field, the general level of theoretical understanding has remained low; most work is aimed either at too mainstream an audience to achieve any depth or at too specialized a community to achieve widespread use.
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Sports, Inclusion, and Peace

SDG-16 and India in Perspective

Edited by Subhasis Sen, Mukunda Mishra, K Rajagopal, Anjan Chakrabarti ...

Series series Social Sciences (R0)
This book manifests the Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) framework propounded by the United Nations (UN), which connects sports to physical activity and human health outcomes through its ability to combat chronic diseases and improve mental and physical health. The UN also considers sports a catalyst for the socialization of children, youths and adults, the social inclusion of the ... Read more

$319.68 NZD

This book manifests the Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) framework propounded by the United Nations (UN), which connects sports to physical activity and human health outcomes through its ability to combat chronic diseases and improve mental and physical health. The UN also considers sports a catalyst for the socialization of children, youths and adults, the social inclusion of the
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Introduction to Graph Theory

With Solutions to Selected Problems

by Khee Meng Koh, Fengming Dong, Eng Guan Tay ...

Graph theory is an area in discrete mathematics which studies configurations (called graphs) involving a set of vertices interconnected by edges. This book is intended as a general introduction to graph theory.The book builds on the verity that graph theory even at high school level is a subject that lends itself well to the development of mathematical reasoning and proof.This is an updated ... Read more

$90.16 NZD

Graph theory is an area in discrete mathematics which studies configurations (called graphs) involving a set of vertices interconnected by edges. This book is intended as a general introduction to graph theory.The book builds on the verity that graph theory even at high school level is a subject that lends itself well to the development of mathematical reasoning and proof.This is an updated
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Spanning Tree Results For Graphs And Multigraphs: A Matrix-theoretic Approach

by Daniel J Gross, John T Saccoman, Charles L Suffel ...

This book is concerned with the optimization problem of maximizing the number of spanning trees of a multigraph. Since a spanning tree is a minimally connected subgraph, graphs and multigraphs having more of these are, in some sense, immune to disconnection by edge failure. We employ a matrix-theoretic approach to the calculation of the number of spanning trees.The authors envision this as a ... Read more

$66.64 NZD

This book is concerned with the optimization problem of maximizing the number of spanning trees of a multigraph. Since a spanning tree is a minimally connected subgraph, graphs and multigraphs having more of these are, in some sense, immune to disconnection by edge failure. We employ a matrix-theoretic approach to the calculation of the number of spanning trees.The authors envision this as a
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Desenhando Com Turtle Graphics – Blockly

by Helio H. Monte-alto ...

Este livro, parte de uma série de livros sobre ensino de programação e matemática por meio de Turtle Graphics, propõe uma abordagem de ensino cujo objetivo principal é auxiliar professores que queiram utilizar linguagens de programação do tipo Logo (também conhecidas como Turtle Graphics, ou Gráficos de Tartaruga) em sala de aula, de modo a introduzir conceitos matemáticos importantes de geometria ... Read more

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Este livro, parte de uma série de livros sobre ensino de programação e matemática por meio de Turtle Graphics, propõe uma abordagem de ensino cujo objetivo principal é auxiliar professores que queiram utilizar linguagens de programação do tipo Logo (também conhecidas como Turtle Graphics, ou Gráficos de Tartaruga) em sala de aula, de modo a introduzir conceitos matemáticos importantes de geometria
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Solid Geometry with MATLAB Programming

by Nita H. Shah, Falguni S. Acharya ...

Series series River Publishers Series in Mathematical and Engineering Sciences
Solid geometry is defined as the study of the geometry of three-dimensional solid figures in Euclidean space. There are numerous techniques in solid geometry, mainly analytic geometry and methods using vectors, since they use linear equations and matrix algebra. Solid geometry is quite useful in everyday life, for example, to design different signs and symbols such as octagon shape stop signs, to ... Read more

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Solid geometry is defined as the study of the geometry of three-dimensional solid figures in Euclidean space. There are numerous techniques in solid geometry, mainly analytic geometry and methods using vectors, since they use linear equations and matrix algebra. Solid geometry is quite useful in everyday life, for example, to design different signs and symbols such as octagon shape stop signs, to
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Biomedical Visualisation

Volume 13 – The Art, Philosophy and Science of Observation and Imaging

Edited by Leonard Shapiro, Paul M. Rea ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
This book brings together current advances in high-technology visualisation and the age-old but science-adapted practice of drawing for improved observation in medical education and surgical planning and practice.We begin this book with a chapter reviewing the history of confusion around visualisation, observation and theory, outlining the implications for medical imaging. The authors consider the ... Read more

$365.36 NZD

This book brings together current advances in high-technology visualisation and the age-old but science-adapted practice of drawing for improved observation in medical education and surgical planning and practice.We begin this book with a chapter reviewing the history of confusion around visualisation, observation and theory, outlining the implications for medical imaging. The authors consider the
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Geometry for Students and Parents

Math, #2

by Roy Sawyer ...

Series Book 2 - Math
Unlock Geometry Success: A Practical Guide for Students and ParentsStruggling with geometry homework or prepping for an exam? This clear, concise guide makes learning geometry approachable for both students and parents. Covering essential plane geometry and introductory trigonometry, it features 70 illustrations and 25 practice problems with step-by-step solutions.Explore key topics like triangles ... Read more

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Unlock Geometry Success: A Practical Guide for Students and ParentsStruggling with geometry homework or prepping for an exam? This clear, concise guide makes learning geometry approachable for both students and parents. Covering essential plane geometry and introductory trigonometry, it features 70 illustrations and 25 practice problems with step-by-step solutions.Explore key topics like triangles
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Data Lakes

Grundlagen, Architektur, Instrumente und Einsatzmöglichkeiten

by Uwe Schmitz ...

Series series Computer Science and Engineering (German Language)
Das Buch bietet einen kompakten Überblick über Data Lakes und ihre vielfältigen Einsatzmöglichkeiten. Zielgruppe sind Studierende im Bachelor- und Masterstudium, IT-Mitarbeiter*innen und -Verantwortliche, Entscheider*innen und Führungskräfte, die sich einen Überblick über das Themenfeld Data Lakes verschaffen wollen. Das Buch vermittelt grundlegende Prinzipien für den Aufbau und die Gestaltung ... Read more

$31.99 NZD

Das Buch bietet einen kompakten Überblick über Data Lakes und ihre vielfältigen Einsatzmöglichkeiten. Zielgruppe sind Studierende im Bachelor- und Masterstudium, IT-Mitarbeiter*innen und -Verantwortliche, Entscheider*innen und Führungskräfte, die sich einen Überblick über das Themenfeld Data Lakes verschaffen wollen. Das Buch vermittelt grundlegende Prinzipien für den Aufbau und die Gestaltung
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Advanced Studies in Behaviormetrics and Data Science

Essays in Honor of Akinori Okada

Edited by Tadashi Imaizumi, Atsuho Nakayama, Satoru Yokoyama ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
This book focuses on the latest developments in behaviormetrics and data science, covering a wide range of topics in data analysis and related areas of data science, including analysis of complex data, analysis of qualitative data, methods for high-dimensional data, dimensionality reduction, visualization of such data, multivariate statistical methods, analysis of asymmetric relational data, and ... Read more

$274.01 NZD

This book focuses on the latest developments in behaviormetrics and data science, covering a wide range of topics in data analysis and related areas of data science, including analysis of complex data, analysis of qualitative data, methods for high-dimensional data, dimensionality reduction, visualization of such data, multivariate statistical methods, analysis of asymmetric relational data, and
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Data Wrangling with R

by Bradley C. Boehmke, Ph.D. ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
This guide for practicing statisticians, data scientists, and R users and programmers will teach the essentials of preprocessing: data leveraging the R programming language to easily and quickly turn noisy data into usable pieces of information. Data wrangling, which is also commonly referred to as data munging, transformation, manipulation, janitor work, etc., can be a painstakingly laborious ... Read more

$205.50 NZD

This guide for practicing statisticians, data scientists, and R users and programmers will teach the essentials of preprocessing: data leveraging the R programming language to easily and quickly turn noisy data into usable pieces of information. Data wrangling, which is also commonly referred to as data munging, transformation, manipulation, janitor work, etc., can be a painstakingly laborious
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Big Data and Visual Analytics

Edited by Sang C. Suh, Thomas Anthony ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings Computer Science
This book provides users with cutting edge methods and technologies in the area of big data and visual analytics, as well as an insight to the big data and data analytics research conducted by world-renowned researchers in this field. The authors present comprehensive educational resources on big data and visual analytics covering state-of-the art techniques on data analytics, data and information ... Read more

$296.85 NZD

This book provides users with cutting edge methods and technologies in the area of big data and visual analytics, as well as an insight to the big data and data analytics research conducted by world-renowned researchers in this field. The authors present comprehensive educational resources on big data and visual analytics covering state-of-the art techniques on data analytics, data and information
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Solving Non-standard Packing Problems by Global Optimization and Heuristics

by Giorgio Fasano ...

Series series Mathematics and Statistics (R0)
This book results from a long-term research effort aimed at tackling complex non-standard packing issues which arise in space engineering. The main research objective is to optimize cargo loading and arrangement, in compliance with a set of stringent rules. Complicated geometrical aspects are also taken into account, in addition to balancing conditions based on attitude control specifications ... Read more

$114.16 NZD

This book results from a long-term research effort aimed at tackling complex non-standard packing issues which arise in space engineering. The main research objective is to optimize cargo loading and arrangement, in compliance with a set of stringent rules. Complicated geometrical aspects are also taken into account, in addition to balancing conditions based on attitude control specifications
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