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Stahlbau

Kindmann, Rolf / Krüger, Ulrich — 6 Jun 2013 08:17:34 +0200

Das Buch vermittelt das Grundwissen für die Bemessung im Stahlbau gemäß Eurocode 3 mit den Teilen 1-1 (Bauteile) und 1-8 (Verbindungen) und Grundkenntnisse für die Konstruktion von Stahlbauten. Mit ausführlichen Beispielen. Das Buch wurde für die 5. Aufl. komplett neu bearbeitet. [520 Pages, Softcover]

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Lager im Bauwesen

Block, Tobias / Eggert, Helmut / Kauschke, Wolfgang — 23 May 2013 08:17:24 +0200

Die Lagerarten und ihre Anwendungsbereiche werden ausführlich erläutert und alle Problemstellungen im Zusammenhang mit der Lagerung behandelt. Die aktualisierte Neuauflage berücksichtigt nationale und europäische Regelwerke. Ein Handbuch für Entwurf, Konstruktion, Bauausführung. [600 Pages, Hardcover]

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The Human Impact on the Natural Environment

Goudie, Andrew S. — 20 May 2013 08:19:30 +0200

The seventh edition of this classic student text explores the multitude of impacts that humans have had over time upon vegetation, animals, soils, water, landforms and the atmosphere. It also looks into the future and considers the ways in which climate changes and modifications in land cover may change the environment in coming decades. Extensively re-written, it contains many new statistical tables, figures, and references. It is essential reading for undergraduates in geography and environmental science, and for those who want a thorough, wide-ranging and balanced overview of the impacts of humans upon natural processes and systems from the Stone Age to the Anthropocene and who wish to understand the major environmental issues that concern the human race at the present time. Additional resources for this book can be found at: www.wiley.com/go/goudiehumanimpact. [422 Pages, Softcover]

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The Human Impact on the Natural Environment

Goudie, Andrew S. — 20 May 2013 08:19:29 +0200

Structural Timber Design to Eurocode 5

Porteous, Jack / Kermani, Abdy — 20 May 2013 08:17:31 +0200

This book provides step-by-step guidance to the design of all of the most commonly used timber elements and connections using solid timber, glued laminated timber, or wood based structural products. Featuring numerous worked examples and plenty of new material, this fully updated edition incorporates information on the consequences of amendments and revisions to EC5 published since the first edition, as well as the additional requirements of BSI non contradictory, complimentary information document (PD 6693-1-1) relating to EC5. A new section on axial stress conditions in composite sections is also included. [638 Pages, Softcover]

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Willis's Practice and Procedure for the Quantity Surveyor

Ashworth, Allan / Hogg, Keith / Higgs, Catherine — 20 May 2013 08:17:28 +0200

With a wide range of employers and geographical locations to match, change continues to be a feature in quantity surveying, with the New Rules of Measurement, the RICS Black Book, and Building Information Modelling (BIM) all adding to the dynamic environment in which the quantity surveyor operates. This book reflects this reality, addressing changing practices and procedures in the profession, while focusing on the core skills essential to success. The 13th edition continues to provide a thorough introduction to the work of the quantity surveyor in private practice, public service, and contracting organizations. [438 Pages, Softcover]

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Essential Readings in Light Metals, Four Volume Set

The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) — 6 May 2013 08:18:50 +0200

This new four-volume set contains compilations of the best papers in the 40+ year history of this definitive reference in the field of aluminum production and related light metals technologies. Each volume contains a strong mix of materials science and practical, applied technology surrounding its particular topic. Essential Readings in Light Metals, Volume 1: Alumina and Bauxite Don Donaldson, Benny E. Raahauge, Editors ISBN 9 78-1-118-63664-0 Essential Readings in Light Metals, Volume 2: Aluminum Reduction Technology Geoff Bearne, Marc Dupuis, Gary Tarcy, Editors ISBN 9 78-1-118-63574-2 Essential Readings in Light Metals, Volume 3: Cast Shop for Aluminum Production John F. Grandfield, Dmitry G. Eskin, Editors ISBN 9 78-1-118-63571-1 Essential Readings in Light Metals, Volume 4: Electrode Technology for Aluminum Production Alan Tomsett, John Johnson, Editors ISBN 978-1-118-63663-3 [4724 Pages, Hardcover]

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EPD Congress 2013

The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) — 6 May 2013 08:18:40 +0200

This state-of-the-art reference presents papers from one of the largest annual gatherings of extraction specialists from around world, the 2013 Annual Meeting of The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society. Addressing many aspects of extraction and processing metallurgy, this volume covers in three sections modeling of multi-scale phenomena in materials processing; production, refining, and recycling of rare earth metals; and solar cell silicon. Essential reading for scientists, engineers, and metallurgists in the global extractive and process metallurgy industries. [312 Pages, Hardcover]

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Fatigue of Materials II

Srivatsan, T. S. / Imam, M. Ashraf / Srinivasan, R. (eds.) — 6 May 2013 08:18:33 +0200

The Second International Symposium of Fatigue of Materials: Advances and Emergences in Understanding is a five-session symposium held in conjunction with the Materials Science and Technology Conference 2012 (MS&T 2012) at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, during October 7-11, 2012. The abstracts that were submitted for presentation at this symposium cover a diverse range of topics. We have made an attempt to group these papers into sessions that focus on closely-related topics. However, as can be expected, many of the papers could fit into more than one session. In the ensuing discussion, we provide a cohesive, complete and compelling overview of the symposium as well as a summary of the abstracts that were submitted. Session 1(Overview 1) and Session 2 (Overview II) contain papers that (i) Review the current state of knowledge both related and relevant to the subject of fatigue behavior of materials, and (ii) New, innovative, and emerging techniques for experimental evaluation of the fatigue behavior. In concurrence the papers attempt to analyze the data for aspects relevant to design and simultaneously predicting the useful life of components and structures. Session 3 (Aerospace Materials I) and Session 4 (Aerospace Materials II) focus on advanced materials that are used in performance-critical applications in the aerospace and automotive industries, such as the alloys of titanium, nickel, aluminum, and magnesium. Session 5 is a collection of papers relating to other materials of engineering interest, such as iron and steel, polymer, rubber, and even composites. In the summary presented below, the session number and paper number are identified by S and P. Topics related to the influence of both processing and the environment are covered in papers presented in all the sessions of this symposium, and are briefly summarized here as a group with additional discussion included in the individual sessions. [250 Pages, Hardcover]

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Fatigue of Materials

Srinivasan, R. — 6 May 2013 08:18:06 +0200

Fatigue of Materials covers a broad spectrum of topics that represent the truly diverse nature of the subject that has grown to become a key area of scientific and applied research. Constituting an international forum for the materials industry, the book provides the perspectives of operators, engineers, and researchers regarding all aspects of current and emerging technologies for materials. [448 Pages, Hardcover]

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Architectural Technology

Emmitt, Stephen — 6 May 2013 08:17:46 +0200

This seminal text on applied research in architectural technology enlightens, informs, and challenges readers, focusing on the importance of research in developing the discipline and the profession. Contributors address how political, economic, social, environmental, and technological issues influence architectural technology - acting as drivers for the creation of a better knowledge base and skills for practicing in a global economy. The focus throughout is on creating and realizing sustainable buildings that are constructed economically and function effectively and efficiently within their service life cycle. [266 Pages, Hardcover]

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Light Metals 2013

Sadler, Barry (ed.) — 2 May 2013 08:19:40 +0200

The Light Metals series is widely recognized as the definitive source of information on new developments in aluminum production technology. This new volume presents proceedings from 2013's Light Metal Symposia, covering the latest research and technologies on such areas as alumina and bauxite, aluminum reduction technology, electrode technology for aluminum production, cast shop for aluminum production, aluminum processing aluminum alloys, and cost affordable titanium IV. It also includes papers from a keynote presentation session discussing impurities in the aluminum supply chain are also included. [1416 Pages, Hardcover]

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Magnesium Technology 2013

2 May 2013 08:19:39 +0200

The Magnesium Technology Symposium, the event on which this volume is based, is one of the largest yearly gatherings of magnesium experts in the world. Papers reflect all aspects of the field including primary production to applications, recycling, basic research findings, and industrialization. Readers will find broad coverage of current topics, including alloys and their properties, cast products and processing, wrought products and processing, corrosion and surface finishing, ecology, and more. New and emerging applications in such areas as hydrogen storage are also examined. [400 Pages, Hardcover]

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Essential Readings in Light Metals, Volume 1, Alumina and Bauxite

Donaldson, Don / Raahauge, Benny (eds.) — 2 May 2013 08:19:38 +0200

ONE OF A FOUR-BOOK COLLECTION SPOTLIGHTING CLASSIC ARTICLES Five decades of landmark original research findings and reviews Highlighting some of the most important findings reported over the past five decades, this volume features some of the best technical papers published on alumina and bauxite from 1963 to 2011. Papers have been divided into thirteen subject sections for ease of access. Each section has a brief introduction and a list of recommended articles for researchers interested in exploring each subject in greater depth. Only about fifteen percent of the alumina and bauxite papers ever published in Light Metals were chosen for this volume. Selection was based on a rigorous review process. Among the papers, readers will find landmark original research findings and expert reviews summarizing current thinking on key topics at the time of publication. From basic research to advanced applications, the articles published in this volume collectively represent our body of knowledge in alumina and bauxite. Students, scientists, and engineers should turn to this volume to discover the historical development of alumina and bauxite research as well as the current state of the science and the technology. Moreover, the papers published in this volume will serve as a springboard for future research and discoveries. [1188 Pages, Hardcover]

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Essential Readings in Light Metals, Volume 4, Electrode Technology for Aluminum Production

Johnson, John A. / Tomsett, Alan (eds.) — 2 May 2013 08:19:37 +0200

This compilation is the most comprehensive historical collection of papers written on primary aluminum science and technology. It is a definitive reference in the field of aluminum production and related light metals technologies and contains a strong mix of materials science and practical, applied technology. Written for materials scientists and engineers, metallurgists, mechanical engineers, aerospace and automobile engineers, electrical and electronics engineers, this volume is a valuable resource for the global aluminum and light metals industries. [1222 Pages, Hardcover]

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Essential Readings in Light Metals, Volume 2, Aluminum Reduction Technology

Bearne, Geoff / Dupuis, Marc / Tarcy, Gary (eds.) — 2 May 2013 08:19:36 +0200

ONE OF A FOUR-BOOK COLLECTION SPOTLIGHTING CLASSIC ARTICLES Landmark research findings and reviews in aluminum reduction technology Highlighting some of the most important findings and insights reported over the past five decades, this volume features many of the best original research papers and reviews on aluminum reduction technology published from 1963 to 2011. Papers have been organized into seven themes: 1. Fundamentals 2. Modeling 3. Design 4. Operations 5. Control 6. Environmental 7. Alternative processes The first six themes deal with conventional Hall-Héroult electrolytic reduction technology, whereas the last theme features papers dedicated to nonconventional processes. Each section begins with a brief introduction and ends with a list of recommended articles for further reading, enabling researchers to explore each subject in greater depth. The papers for this volume were selected from among some 1,500 Light Metals articles. Selection was based on a rigorous review process. Among the papers, readers will find breakthroughs in science as well as papers that have had a major impact on technology. In addition, there are expert reviews summarizing our understanding of key topics at the time of publication. From basic research to advanced applications, the articles published in this volume collectively represent a complete overview of aluminum reduction technology. It will enable students, scientists, and engineers to trace the history of aluminum reduction technology and bring themselves up to date with the current state of the technology. [1148 Pages, Hardcover]

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Essential Readings in Light Metals, Volume 3, Cast Shop for Aluminum Production

Grandfield, J. F. / Eskin, D. G. (eds.) — 2 May 2013 08:19:35 +0200

ONE OF A FOUR-BOOK COLLECTION SPOTLIGHTING CLASSIC ARTICLES Original research findings and reviews spanning all aspects of the science and technology of casting Since 1971, The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society has published the Light Metals proceedings. Highlighting some of the most important findings and insights reported over the past four decades, this volume features the best original research papers and reviews on cast shop science and technology for aluminum production published in Light Metals from 1971 to 2011. Papers have been divided into ten subject sections for ease of access. Each section has a brief introduction and a list of recommended articles for researchers interested in exploring each subject in greater depth. Only 12 percent of the cast shop science and technology papers ever published in Light Metals were chosen for this volume. Selection was based on a rigorous review process. Among the papers, readers will find landmark original research findings and expert reviews summarizing current thinking on key topics at the time of publication. From basic research to industry standards to advanced applications, the articles published in this volume collectively represent a complete overview of cast shop science and technology, supporting the work of students, researchers, and engineers around the world. [1126 Pages, Hardcover]

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TMS 2013 142nd Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Supplemental Proceedings, Annual Meeting

The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) — 2 May 2013 08:19:33 +0200

Presenting papers from the 2013 annual meeting of The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS), this volume covers developments in all aspects of high temperature electrochemistry, from the fundamental to the empirical and from the theoretical to the applied. Topics include the application of electrochemistry to the nuclear fuel cycle, chemical sensors, energy storage, materials synthesis, refractory metals and their alloys, and alkali and alkaline earth metals. Additional papers discuss various technical, economic, and environmental issues associated with plant operations and industrial practices. [1224 Pages, Hardcover]

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Programme Procurement in Construction

Mead, John / Gruneberg, Stephen — 29 Apr 2013 08:17:28 +0200

Drawing on such projects as the Olympic Games and Crossrail, this book deals with the procurement of large construction programs and projects. It focuses on the key factors leading to successful, effective, and efficient procurement strategies when running extremely large infrastructure and building projects. This approach reveals a complete picture of the capabilities of all firms and suppliers involved in the process. The book provides construction managers with the knowhow to undertake major projects they can deliver faster and with less waste, or apply the techniques to smaller construction projects. [240 Pages, Softcover]

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Reconstructing Project Management

Morris, Peter W. G. — 29 Apr 2013 08:17:24 +0200

The book is designed to offer a thoughtful commentary on project management as it has been practiced and taught over the last 60 or more years, and as it may be over the next 20 to 40, drawing on examples from several industry sectors. Its thesis is that 'it all depends on how you define the subject' - that much of our present thinking about p.m. as traditionally defined is boring, sometimes conceptually weak or even flawed, and/or of limited application, whereas in reality what it can offer is exciting, challenging and potentially enormously useful. The book explores this hypothesis drawing on leading scholarship and practitioner perceptions. Section 1 sets the scene - the purpose and context of the book. Section 2 covers the origins of modern project management and the limitations of the traditional project management model. Section 3 dissects many of the challenges still facing project management, in doing so it examines many of the more difficult, interesting and intractable issues in the discipline today. Section 4 focuses on opportunities open to the discipline in the (increasingly challenging) years ahead. [344 Pages, Hardcover]

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Bauprozesse und Bauverfahren des Tunnelbaus

Girmscheid, Gerhard — 24 Apr 2013 08:17:54 +0200

The successful completion of a tunnelling project depends on the choice of a construction method and the operational development. In this book, tunnelling methods and all the operational working steps are explained, starting from the geological situation. [XX, 694 Pages, Hardcover]

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Design and Construction of Nuclear Power Plants

Meiswinkel, Rüdiger / Meyer, Julian / Schnell, Jürgen — 24 Apr 2013 08:17:53 +0200

Building structures required for nuclear plants have to meet particular construction requirements. This book gives a comprehensive overview from approval aspects given by nuclear and construction law to safety concept and design, accidental actions and building execution. [150 Pages, Softcover]

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Angewandte Baudynamik

Kramer, Helmut — 24 Apr 2013 08:17:52 +0200

Vibration problems occur increasingly in practice. In this book, the most important properties in dynamics are described. The practical section builds on this with the problems of dynamics illustrated with examples. Now in the second updated and extended edition. [344 Pages, Softcover]

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Stahlbau-Kalender 2013

Kuhlmann, Ulrike (ed.) — 24 Apr 2013 08:17:51 +0200

On the occasion of the introduction of Eurocode 3, all parts of the standard have been commented systematically starting from the Stahlbau-Kalender 2011 (Steel Structures Yearbook 2011). In this edition, with practical tips about verification formats and calculation procedures. [800 Pages, Hardcover]

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DEV plus

24 Apr 2013 08:17:20 +0200

DEV plus enthält die aktuellen Normentwürfe der DEV-Reihe. Bezieher können sich damit noch früher über neue Deutsche Einheitsverfahren zur Wasser-, Abwasser- und Schlammuntersuchung informieren. In jeder DEV-plus-Lieferung inbegriffen ist Vom Wasser - Das Journal. [100 Pages, Binder]

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Corrosion of Steel in Concrete

24 Apr 2013 08:17:14 +0200

This second edition is thoroughly revised and updated to reflect new developments, with some 15 % of the content completely new. A self-contained treatment providing the knowledge, tools, and methods needed to understand and prevent or limit the phenomenon. [XVI, 418 Pages, Hardcover]

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Analysis and Modelling of Non-Steady Flow in Pipe and Channel Networks

Jovic, Vinko — 22 Apr 2013 08:17:54 +0200

This publication presents the theory and practice of modelling different flows in hydraulic network. The author presents his experience over the last few decades of solving problems that occur in the course of the design and construction of hydroenergy plants, water-supply and other systems and discusses new methods of solving hydraulic problems that have evolved, primarily due to the development of numerical methods. Includes a website hosting the author's software package, Simpip, which is used for solving non-steady pipe flow using the finite element method. [544 Pages, Hardcover]

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Guide to Building Control

Gwynne, Anthony — 15 Apr 2013 08:17:20 +0200

Geared to construction industry professionals, who need to meet the practical requirements of the Building Regs, Guide to Building Control presents all the information contained in the Building Regulations 2010 and Approved Documents in a clear, concise, and fully illustrated format. Complete with up-to-date examples of practices and procedures, the book provides guidance for domestic buildings of up to three stories in England and Wales, illustrates the design and construction of the various building elements, and clearly explains the principles and processes of the building regulations and approved documents. [328 Pages, Softcover]

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An Employer's and Engineer's Guide to the FIDIC Conditions of Contract

Robinson, Michael D. — 8 Apr 2013 08:18:17 +0200

This book sets out the essential administrative requirements of an FIDIC-based contract by reference to the FIDIC 1999 Red Book. The obligations and duties of the Employer and the Engineer are identified and discussed, while potential pitfalls are highlighted and likely consequences pointed out. Included in the guide are a number of appendices, including model letters which will be of value to less experienced staff. Essential reading for engineers, quantity surveyors and project managers. [228 Pages, Hardcover]

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Design of Fastenings for Use in Concrete - the CEN/TS 1992-4 Provisions

Mallée, Rainer / Fuchs, Werner / Eligehausen, Rolf — 4 Apr 2013 08:17:27 +0200

The European pre-standard CEN/TS 1992-4 for the design of fastenings by means of headed studs, anchor channels, mechanical and chemical anchors is ready for use. Load actions and load capacity design, durability, fire resistances and earthquake action are described in detail. [170 Pages, Softcover]

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Glasbau 2013

Weller, Bernhard / Tasche, Silke (eds.) — 4 Apr 2013 08:17:26 +0200

Dieses Buch ist eine Sammlung aktueller und umfassender Fachaufsätze aus den Bereichen Bauten und Projekte, Bemessung und Konstruktion, Forschung und Entwicklung sowie Energieeffizienz und Nachhaltigkeit. [372 Pages, Softcover]

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Bauphysik-Kalender 2013

Fouad, Nabil A. (ed.) — 4 Apr 2013 08:17:24 +0200

Aspekte der Nachhaltigkeit bestimmen die Richtung zukunftweisender Gebäudekonzepte. Für die Energieeffizienz nach DIN V 18599 werden die Teile 1 bis 10 für die Praxis kommentiert. Außerdem: Zertifizierungssysteme und energetische Gebäudestandards zur Nachhaltigkeitsbeurteilung. [700 Pages, Hardcover]

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Mauerwerk-Kalender 2013

Jäger, Wolfram (ed.) — 26 Mar 2013 08:17:37 +0100

Proven and new: practical compendium for masonry for 37 years and counting: basics, examples, code commentaries - current and firsthand. Focus for 2013: refurbishment and upgrading [728 Pages, Hardcover]

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Steps to Safety Culture Excellence

Mathis, Terry L. / Galloway, Shawn M. — 25 Mar 2013 08:17:55 +0100

This book teaches methods for improving a company's safety culture and allows readers to effectively assess, transform, sustain, and integrate behavioral safety precepts as part of their company's continuous improvement efforts. The methods described in this book produce rapid results that can be built upon, expanded, and sustained in the real world. Proven steps give readers a concrete process they can apply to implement change, overcome internal resistance, and measure results. Special attention is paid to multinational sites, and the nuances different countries present in developing a unified safety culture. [216 Pages, Hardcover]

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Modern Construction Management

Harris, Frank / McCaffer, Ronald / Edum-Fotwe, Francis — 25 Mar 2013 08:17:47 +0100

This new edition of the core textbook for construction managers is thoroughly revised to reflect current best practices and the latest developments in the field. It focuses on new processes now considered essential, including lean construction methods, corporate social responsibility, construction management systems, sustainability, and more. Numerous practical examples help consolidate the material. This work continues to provide strong coverage of the salient elements required for equipping the modern construction manager with the competencies and skills for both technical and business related areas. [572 Pages, Softcover]

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Design of Highway Bridges

Barker, Richard M. / Puckett, Jay A. — 25 Mar 2013 08:17:28 +0100

Up-to-date coverage of bridge design and analysis-- revised to reflect the fifth edition of the AASHTO LRFD specifications Design of Highway Bridges, Third Edition offers detailed coverage of engineering basics for the design of short- and medium-span bridges. Revised to conform with the latest fifth edition of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, it is an excellent engineering resource for both professionals and students. This updated edition has been reorganized throughout, spreading the material into twenty shorter, more focused chapters that make information even easier to find and navigate. It also features: * Expanded coverage of computer modeling, calibration of service limit states, rigid method system analysis, and concrete shear * Information on key bridge types, selection principles, and aesthetic issues * Dozens of worked problems that allow techniques to be applied to real-world problems and design specifications * A new color insert of bridge photographs, including examples of historical and aesthetic significance * New coverage of the green aspects of recycled steel * Selected references for further study From gaining a quick familiarity with the AASHTO LRFD specifications to seeking broader guidance on highway bridge design--Design of Highway Bridges is the one-stop, ready reference that puts information at your fingertips, while also serving as an excellent study guide and reference for the U.S. Professional Engineering Examination. [544 Pages, Hardcover]

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Bioverfahrensentwicklung

Storhas, Winfried — 21 Mar 2013 08:17:12 +0100

Die Bio- und Gentechnologie haben im Labor eine stürmische Entwicklung - tragfähige, wirtschftliche Produktionsverfahren müssen aber erst entwickelt werden. Was Ingenieure wissen müssen, um ein biotechnologisches Verfahren zu entwickeln, vermittelt ihnen dieses Buch. [XIV, 762 Pages, Hardcover]

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Theory of Structures

Marti, Peter — 14 Mar 2013 08:17:56 +0100

This book is a comprehensive manual for analysing framed structures as well as plates and shells using elastic and plastic theory. It forms a work of reference for a multitude of problems encountered in everyday structural engineering. [750 Pages, Hardcover]

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Illumination Engineering

Koshel, R. John — 13 Mar 2013 08:17:35 +0100

Within the past decade, the field of optical design has included the subfield of illumination design. Visual illumination systems include displays, lighting, and the illuminator for photocopiers; non-visual illumination systems include solar concentrators, optical laser pump cavities, and a number of optical sensor applications. One of the most prominent leading experts in this field, John Koshel, brings together experts in the field who present material on a number of important topics including lighting, displays, and solar concentrators. The book provides an overview of the field of nonimaging and illumination optics, including terminology, units, definitions, and descriptions of the optical components used in illumination systems. [328 Pages, Hardcover]

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Delivering Sustainable Buildings

Malina, Mike — 25 Feb 2013 08:17:50 +0100

The UK government has committed to reducing the nation's carbon emissions by 80% by 2050. Buildings currently use almost half of the UK's generated energy and they are now the focus of an unprecedented drive to cut energy use in our homes, offices, schools, libraries - in fact in almost every building, public or private. Delivering Sustainable Buildings: an industry insider's view offers peer-to-peer insights and advice from a leading practitioner in this field and brings together in one book an overview of the main issues to consider when creating energy-efficient and sustainable buildings. A resource to dip into for practical advice, which is both highly readable and also backed up by in-depth technical knowledge, giving the important points to note and common pitfalls to avoid. Based on observations of an author with hands-on experience of dealing with the various elements of the building services engineering industry, the book gives a unique insight into the particular challenges faced by designers, project managers, contractors and installers working to deliver lower carbon and sustainable building projects and operation. There is a lot of guidance on sustainable buildings available from reputable sources including BRE, CIBSE, B&ES, ECA and BSRIA. This book is different in that it speaks directly to contractors and practitioners, with practical messages dealing with real on-site challenges, offering practical advice based on experience. Many contractors are now faced with a business choice of offering services related to issues of the energy hierarchy, minimising energy use, providing good building automation and controls and then looking further at microgeneration/renewables. Here they must decide what technologies might be suitable for their businesses, as well as considering what level of training is required before they or their employees can start to work with these technologies. Delivering Sustainable Buildings: an industry insider's view will help specialist contractors and facilities managers understand sustainable buildings at the strategic level (legislation, finance, training) and then to offer practical advice on various aspects of sustainable buildings (water use, energy-efficient building services, commissioning and keeping the building maintained to optimum performance) to their clients. [282 Pages, Softcover]

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Design Manager's Handbook

CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) — 25 Feb 2013 08:17:33 +0100

Written for design managers, this book discusses the role, processes, tools, and soft skills that are required to be successful in design management. The book will embody a design management Code of Practice developed by the CIOB Faculty of Architecture and Surveying, and will enable design managers to provide tangible benefits for contractors and customers by ensuring the smooth flow of design data as projects from the initial stages, through design to provide manufacturing and construction information, to facilitating successful construction even as the projects grow to become more complex. [252 Pages, Softcover]

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Building Procurement

Morledge, Roy / Smith, Adrian — 25 Feb 2013 08:17:30 +0100

The Second Edition of this book continues to provide a critical examination and review of current procurement practices in the UK, continental Europe (including EU procurement procedures), China and the USA. It retains its original strong emphasis on the need for clients to establish achievable objectives that reflect the business case for the project and focuses on development of suitable strategies and management structures to meet those objectives, in the current construction climate. [344 Pages, Softcover]

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Handbook of Measurement in Science and Engineering

Kutz, Myer — 18 Feb 2013 08:18:13 +0100

The most comprehensive, up-to-date resource on engineering measurements covering all major engineering disciplines, Handbook of Engineering Measurements provides a multidisciplinary reference of engineering measurement theory, necessary tools, techniques of measurement and analysis, and applications. Encyclopedic in scope, beyond anything currently available on the market, Volume II covers and spans materials properties and testing, instrumentation, and measurement standards. [1072 Pages, Hardcover]

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Geotechnik - Band 1: Grundbau und Band 2: Bodenmechanik

Möller, Gerd — 7 Feb 2013 08:18:58 +0100

Das Geotechnik-Set besteht aus den beiden Bänden Bodenmechanik und Grundbau. Beide Bände basieren auf dem aktuellen Regelwerk, erhalten zahlreiche Beispielen und sind eine wertvolle Orientierungshilfe in der Planungs- und Gutachterpraxis. [Softcover]

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Bridge Design and Evaluation

Fu, Gongkang — 6 Feb 2013 08:17:38 +0100

A succinct, real-world approach to complete bridge system design and evaluation Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) and Load and Resistance Factor Rating (LRFR) are design and evaluation methods that have replaced or offered alternatives to other traditional methods as the new standards for designing and load-rating U.S. highway bridges. Bridge Design and Evaluation covers complete bridge systems (substructure and superstructure) in one succinct, manageable package. It presents real-world bridge examples demonstrating both their design and evaluation using LRFD and LRFR. Designed for a 3- to 4-credit undergraduate or graduate-level course, it presents the fundamentals of the topic without expanding needlessly into advanced or specialized topics. Important features include: * Exclusive focus on LRFD and LRFR * Hundreds of photographs and figures of real bridges to connect the theoretical with the practical * Design and evaluation examples from real bridges including actual bridge plans and drawings and design methodologies * Numerous exercise problems * Specific design for a 3- to 4-credit course at the undergraduate or graduate level * The only bridge engineering textbook to cover the important topics of bridge evaluation and rating Bridge Design and Evaluation is the most up-to-date and inclusive introduction available for students in civil engineering specializing in structural and transportation engineering. [456 Pages, Hardcover]

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Handbook of Measurement in Science and Engineering

Kutz, Myer — 6 Feb 2013 08:17:31 +0100

The Handbook of Measurement in Science and Engineering is encyclopedic in scope, beyond anything currently available on the market. The handbook spans several disciplines: Civil and Environmental Engineering, Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering, and Industrial Engineering in Volume I; and Materials Properties and Testing, Instrumentation, and Measurement Standards in Volume II. Volumes will be sold both separately and as a set, therefore maximizing potential to both institutions and individuals. [1024 Pages, Hardcover]

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Entropy Theory Applications in Hydrological and Environmental Sciences

Singh, Vijay P. — 4 Feb 2013 08:18:20 +0100

Entropy Theory for Hydrological and Environmental Sciences introduces entropy theory for practical applications. The range of applications of entropy is constantly expanding and new areas finding a use for the theory are continually emerging. The applications of concepts and techniques vary across different subject areas and this book aims to relate them directly to problems of practical environmental and water science. Giving a thorough introduction to the use of entropy to measure the unpredictability in energy systems this book will add an essential statistical method to the toolkit of hydrologists, water resource managers and environmental engineers. [662 Pages, Hardcover]

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Optimal Automated Process Fault Analysis

Fickelscherer, R. J. — 4 Feb 2013 08:18:06 +0100

Tested and proven strategy to develop optimal automated process fault analyzers Process fault analyzers monitor process operations in order to identify the underlying causes of operational problems. Several diagnostic strategies exist for automating process fault analysis; however, automated fault analysis is still not widely used within the processing industries due to problems of cost and performance as well as the difficulty of modeling process behavior at needed levels of detail. In response, this book presents the method of minimal evidence (MOME), a model-based diagnostic strategy that facilitates the development and implementation of optimal automated process fault analyzers. MOME was created at the University of Delaware by the researchers who developed the FALCON system, a real-time, online process fault analyzer. The authors demonstrate how MOME is used to diagnose single and multiple fault situations, determine the strategic placement of process sensors, and distribute fault analyzers within large processing systems. Optimal Automated Process Fault Analysis begins by exploring the need to automate process fault analysis. Next, the book examines: * Logic of model-based reasoning as used in MOME * MOME logic for performing single and multiple fault diagnoses * Fuzzy logic algorithms for automating MOME * Distributing process fault analyzers throughout large processing systems * Virtual SPC analysis and its use in FALCONEER(TM) IV * Process state transition logic and its use in FALCONEER(TM) IV The book concludes with a summary of the lessons learned by employing FALCONEER(TM) IV in actual process applications, including the benefits of intelligent supervision of process operations. With this book as their guide, readers have a powerful new tool for ensuring the safety and reliability of any chemical processing system. [224 Pages, Hardcover]

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Fluid Mechanics

Munson, Bruce R. / Okiishi, Theodore H. / Huebsch, Wade W. / Rothmayer, Alric P. — 30 Jan 2013 08:17:41 +0100

Fluid Mechanics provides complete topical coverage that focuses on helping students connect theory to the physical world, reinforcing student problem-solving through a consistent problem-solving methodology, and providing practice problems in WileyPLUS for students to improve/reinforce their math skills. The 7th edition will enable students to learn better by encouraging them to make better use of the digital resources that enhance their learning in ways that benefit both student and instructor. [792 Pages, Softcover]

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