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Elements of Power Systems

Elements of Power Systems

Elements of Power Systems prepares students for engineering degrees diplomas Associate Member of the Institution of Engineers (AMIE) examinations or corresponding examinations in electrical power systems. Complete with case studies worked examples and circuit schematic diagrams this comprehensive text: Provides a solid understanding of the theoretical aspects of power system engineering Instills a practical knowledge of large-scale power system analysis techniques Covers load characteristics tariffs power system stability and more Elements of Power Systems is designed as an undergraduate-level textbook but the book also makes a handy reference for practicing power engineers.

GBP 66.99
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Sports Nutrition Vitamins and Trace Elements Second Edition

Sports Nutrition Vitamins and Trace Elements Second Edition

In competitive sports where an extra breath or a millisecond quicker neural response can spell the difference between fame and mediocrity a number of myths have persisted around the impact of what might be considered megadoses of various vitamins and trace elements. We do know that a growing body of research indicates that work capacity oxygen consumption and other measures of physical performance are affected by a deficiency or borderline deficiency in specific vitamins or essential trace elements. However when it comes to providing larger doses the research is conflictedThe second edition of Sports Nutrition: Vitamins and Trace Elements edited by two of the most respected experts in sports nutrition provides an updated critical review of these reports. The latest volume of this highly popular work includes a collection of chapters written by top researchers from several academic disciplines. Applying their expertise in specific vitamin or trace element nutrition as it relates to exercise and sports they weigh in on the full alphabet of vitamins as well as a variety of trace elements incorporating the most recent research. This edition adds chapters on choline and iodine. It also emphasizes new findings on vitamin and mineral metabolic reactions and provides in-depth discussion on the overuse of vitamins to toxic levels and its effect on physical performance. Sports nutritionists sports medicine and fitness professionals researchers exercise physiologists students health practitioners as well as those lay-persons interested in optimal nutrition will find this book especially timely and highly helpful in sorting myth from truth. | Sports Nutrition Vitamins and Trace Elements Second Edition

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Analysis of Machine Elements Using SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2023

Analysis of Machine Elements Using SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2023

Analysis of Machine Elements Using SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2023 is written primarily for first-time SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2023 users who wish to understand finite element analysis capabilities applicable to stress analysis of mechanical elements. The focus of examples is on problems commonly found in introductory undergraduate Design of Machine Elements or similarly named courses. In order to be compatible with most machine design textbooks this text begins with problems that can be solved with a basic understanding of mechanics of materials. Problem types quickly migrate to include states of stress found in more specialized situations common to a design of mechanical elements course. Paralleling this progression of problem types each chapter introduces new software concepts and capabilities. Many examples are accompanied by problem solutions based on use of classical equations for stress determination. Unlike many step-by-step user guides that only list a succession of steps which if followed correctly lead to successful solution of a problem this text attempts to provide insight into why each step is performed. This approach amplifies two fundamental tenets of this text. The first is that a better understanding of course topics related to stress determination is realized when classical methods and finite element solutions are considered together. The second tenet is that finite element solutions should always be verified by checking whether by classical stress equations or experimentation. Each chapter begins with a list of learning objectives related to specific capabilities of the SOLIDWORKS Simulation program introduced in that chapter. Most software capabilities are repeated in subsequent examples so that users gain familiarity with their purpose and are capable of using them in future problems. All end-of-chapter problems are accompanied by evaluation check sheets to facilitate grading assignments.

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Elements of Digital Transformation

Elements of Digital Transformation

Elements of Digital Transformation is a practitioner’s guide to the digital transformation process. It is also a guide for managers in today’s organizations that are accelerating digital transformation to modernize core technology capabilities and processes. The book discusses such key components of digital transformation as processes principles and proven methods. It also covers such novel concepts in digital transformation as the first-time right framework incident management transformation digital factory cloud migration API-first approach and legacy modernization. Other highlights of the book include: A cloud migration framework along with a cloud migration methodology rollout strategy and migration principles Principles and approaches for legacy modernization and process modernization Smart ticket management smart problem management proactive maintenance and ticket-avoidance architecture The novel digital factory approach to automate the software process Detailed case studies a sample digital transformation exercise and a consulting exercise for digital transformation provide readers with real-world digital transformation scenarios and best practices. The book also discusses DevOps automation and agile delivery models that help in digital transformation.

GBP 44.99
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Design of Structural Elements Concrete Steelwork Masonry and Timber Designs to Eurocodes

Design of Structural Elements Concrete Steelwork Masonry and Timber Designs to Eurocodes

The fourth edition of Design of Structural Elements: Concrete Steelwork Masonry and Timber Designs to Eurocodes is a concise single-volume introduction to the design of structural elements in concrete steel timber masonry and composites. It provides design principles and guidance in line with Eurocodes current as of 2021. Topics include the philosophy of design sustainable development basic structural concepts and material properties. After an overview of structural design the book contains self-contained chapters with numerous diagrams and worked examples on design in reinforced concrete structural steelwork and steel/concrete composites masonry and timber based on EN 1990-1997. Selected extracts from these publications assist familiarity. Elements considered cover reinforced concrete and composite floors isolated foundation cantilever retaining wall load-bearing and panel walls stud wall and connections. The text is ideal for student civil and structural engineers on degree and diploma courses and also practising civil and structural engineers and other built environment professions. The online Support Materials for adopting course instructors includes an extensive set of solutions to the problems in the book and PowerPoint slides for use in lectures: www. routledge. com/9781032076317. | Design of Structural Elements Concrete Steelwork Masonry and Timber Designs to Eurocodes

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Metal Ions in Biological Systems Volume 43 - Biogeochemical Cycles of Elements

Metal Ions in Biological Systems Volume 43 - Biogeochemical Cycles of Elements

Metal Ions in Biological Systems is devoted to increasing our understanding of the relationship between the chemistry of metals and life processes. The volumes reflect the interdisciplinary nature of bioinorganic chemistry and coordinate the efforts of researchers in the fields of biochemistry inorganic chemistry coordination chemistry environmental chemistry biophysics pharmacy and medicine. Volume 43 focuses on the vibrant research area concerning the cycling of elements metals and non-metals in biology and geology; in 10 chapters this book offers an authoritative and timely account on this fascinating subject. | Metal Ions in Biological Systems Volume 43 - Biogeochemical Cycles of Elements

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The Elements of Ethical Practice Applied Psychology Ethics in Australia

The Elements of Ethical Practice Applied Psychology Ethics in Australia

The Elements of Ethical Dilemmas: Applied Psychology Ethics in Australia is a comprehensive and applied guide to practising psychology in an ethical and professional manner. This book is designed to assist applicants for general registration as a psychologist successfully navigate one of the eight core competencies for general registration set by the Psychology Board of Australia; specifically ethical legal and professional matters. The exploration of ethical dilemmas is a core task for the 4+2 pathway to general registration while related ethical applications require exploration in the 5+1 and higher education pathways to registration as well. This book will teach readers how to identify explore and choose the appropriate professional course of action when confronted by ethical dilemmas in practice. The chapters include personal reflections from expert contributors relating to each of the ethical dilemmas expertly highlighting clients’ and stakeholders’ circumstances ethical codes and guidelines scholarship and research as well as other key elements in the ethical decision-making process. Especially relevant to those applying to become a registered psychologist in Australia this book offers invaluable guidance on responding to ethical dilemmas as required by the Psychology Board of Australia in various pathways to general registration. | The Elements of Ethical Practice Applied Psychology Ethics in Australia

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Elements of Architecture Assembling archaeology atmosphere and the performance of building spaces

Elements of Architecture Assembling archaeology atmosphere and the performance of building spaces

Elements of Architecture explores new ways of engaging architecture in archaeology. It conceives of architecture both as the physical evidence of past societies and as existing beyond the physical environment considering how people in the past have not just dwelled in buildings but have existed within them. The book engages with the meeting point between these two perspectives. For although archaeologists must deal with the presence and absence of physicality as a discipline which studies humans through things to understand humans they must also address the performances as well as temporal and affective impacts of these material remains. The contributions in this volume investigate the way time performance and movement both physically and emotionally are central aspects of understanding architectural assemblages. It is a book about the constellations of people places and things that emerge and dissolve as affective mobile performative and temporal engagements. This volume juxtaposes archaeological research with perspectives from anthropology architecture cultural geography and philosophy in order to explore the kaleidoscopic intersections of elements coming together in architecture. Documenting the ephemeral relational and emotional meeting points with a category of material objects that have defined much research into what it means to be human Elements of Architecture elucidates and expands upon a crucial body of evidence which allows us to explore the lives and interactions of past societies. | Elements of Architecture Assembling archaeology atmosphere and the performance of building spaces

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The Art of Theatrical Design Elements of Visual Composition Methods and Practice

The Art of Theatrical Design Elements of Visual Composition Methods and Practice

The Art of Theatrical Design: Elements of Visual Composition Methods and Practice Second Edition contains an in-depth discussion of design elements and principles for costume set lighting sound projection properties and makeup designs. This textbook details the skills necessary to create effective evocative and engaging theatrical designs that support a play contextually thematically and visually. It covers key concepts such as content context genre style play structure and format and the demands and limitations of various theatrical spaces. The book also discusses essential principles including collaboration inspiration conceptualization script analysis conducting effective research building a visual library developing an individual design process and the role of the critique in collaboration. This second edition includes A new chapter on properties management and design. A new chapter on makeup design. A new chapter on digital rendering with evaluations of multiple programs overviews of file types and uses and basic tutorials in Adobe® Photoshop® and Procreate. An expanded and revised chapter on traditional rendering with the inclusion of new media including watercolor gouache and mixed media and updated exercises and tutorials. Revised and expanded chapters on individual design areas including additional practices for conceptualization and collaboration with new exercises for skill development. Additional exercises in all elements and principles of design chapters for investigation of each design principle and skill development. Revised and updated content throughout the text reflecting current pedagogy and practices. This book gives students in theatrical design introduction to design and stagecraft courses the grounding in core design principles they need to approach design challenges and make design decisions in both assigned class projects and realized productions. The Art of Theatrical Design provides access to additional online resources including step-by-step video tutorials of the exercises featured in the book. | The Art of Theatrical Design Elements of Visual Composition Methods and Practice

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The Elements of Advanced Mathematics

The Elements of Advanced Mathematics

This book has enjoyed considerable use and appreciation during its first four editions. With hundreds of students having learned out of early editions the author continues to find ways to modernize and maintain a unique presentation. What sets the book apart is the excellent writing style exposition and unique and thorough sets of exercises. This edition offers a more instructive preface to assist instructors on developing the course they prefer. The prerequisites are more explicit and provide a roadmap for the course. Sample syllabi are included. As would be expected in a fifth edition the overall content and structure of the book are sound. This new edition offers a more organized treatment of axiomatics. Throughout the book there is a more careful and detailed treatment of the axioms of set theory. The rules of inference are more carefully elucidated. Additional new features include: An emphasis on the art of proof. Enhanced number theory chapter presents some easily accessible but still-unsolved problems. These include the Goldbach conjecture the twin prime conjecture and so forth. The discussion of equivalence relations is revised to present reflexivity symmetry and transitivity before we define equivalence relations. The discussion of the RSA cryptosystem in Chapter 8 is expanded. The author introduces groups much earlier. Coverage of group theory formerly in Chapter 11 has been moved up; this is an incisive example of an axiomatic theory. Recognizing new ideas the author has enhanced the overall presentation to create a fifth edition of this classic and widely-used textbook. | The Elements of Advanced Mathematics

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The Practice of Family Therapy Key Elements Across Models

The Practice of Family Therapy Key Elements Across Models

Now in its fifth edition The Practice of Family Therapy comes at a time when traditional approaches to psychotherapy have given way to multidimensional strategies that best serve the needs of diverse groups who are grappling with the many challenges unique to family therapy practice. With expanded coverage of different models along with new developments in evidence-based and postmodern practices this integrative textbook bridges the gap between science and systemic/relational approaches as it guides the reader through each stage of family therapy. Part I lays the groundwork by introducing the first- second- and third-generation models of family therapy teaching the reader to integrate different elements from these models into a systemic structure of practice. Part II explores the practical application of these models including scripts for specific interventions and rich case examples that highlight how to effectively work with diverse client populations. Students will learn how to make connections between individual symptoms and cutting-edge family practices to respond successfully to cases of substance abuse trauma grief depression suicide risk violence LGBTQ families and severely mentally ill clients and their families. Also included are study guides for each model and a glossary to review main concepts. Aligned with the Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards’ (AMFTRB) knowledge and content statements this textbook will be key reading for graduate students who are preparing for the national licensing exam in marriage and family therapy. | The Practice of Family Therapy Key Elements Across Models

GBP 69.99
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Practical Root Cause Failure Analysis Key Elements Case Studies and Common Equipment Failures

Practical Root Cause Failure Analysis Key Elements Case Studies and Common Equipment Failures

Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) is a method used by maintenance and reliability industry professionals as one of the key tools to drive improvement. This book offers a quick guide to the applications involved in performing a successful RCFA by providing a foundational view of maintenance and reliability strategies. It also highlights the practical applications of RCFA and identifies how to achieve a successful RCFA as well as discussing common equipment failures and how to solve them. Case studies on topics including pump system failure analysis and vibration analysis are included. Suggests examples on how to solve common failure on many types of equipment including fatigue pumps bearings and mechanical power transmission Highlights practical applications of RCFA Identifies key elements for how to achieve a successful RCFA Presents case studies on topics including pump system failure analysis and vibration analysis The book is a must-read for any reliability engineer particularly mechanical reliability professionals. | Practical Root Cause Failure Analysis Key Elements Case Studies and Common Equipment Failures

GBP 48.99
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Key Elements in Polymers for Engineers and Chemists From Data to Applications

Key Elements in Polymers for Engineers and Chemists From Data to Applications

This book provides comprehensive coverage on the latest developments of research in the ever-expanding area of polymers and advanced materials and their applications to broad scientific fields including physics chemistry biology and materials. It presents physical principles in explaining and rationalizing polymeric phenomena. Featuring classical topics that are conventionally considered as part of chemical technology the book covers the chemical principles from a modern point of view. It analyzes theories to formulate and prove the polymer principles and offers future outlooks on applications of bioscience in chemical concepts. | Key Elements in Polymers for Engineers and Chemists From Data to Applications

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Introductory Elements of Analysis and Design in Chemical Engineering

Introductory Elements of Analysis and Design in Chemical Engineering

Introductory Elements of Analysis and Design in Chemical Engineering introduces readers to how chemical engineers think. It explains the application of analytical methods to phenomena important in chemical engineering and teaches analytical skills in the context of engineering design. A principle goal is to help readers reinforce their understanding of mathematics (especially calculus) and science as they are introduced to engineering thinking. Key Features: Emphasizes basic principles methods and problem solving at an elementary level Presents concepts in calculus chemistry and physics and methods of analysis on the basis of experiment and observation Connects experimental results to mathematical representations Provides numerous illustrative examples and builds on them to introduce processing and process flow diagrams and to place chemical engineering in an historical context Includes problems at the end of each chapter Aimed at readers beginning their studies in chemical engineering this textbook offers an approachable introduction to the principles of analysis and design in chemical engineering to help readers learn to think quantitatively and with a foundation of chemical engineering concepts.

GBP 59.99
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Biliary Tract and Gallbladder Biomechanical Modelling with Physiological and Clinical Elements

Biliary Tract and Gallbladder Biomechanical Modelling with Physiological and Clinical Elements

Gallstone and other diseases of the biliary tract affect more than around 20% of the adult population. The complications of gallstones acute pancreatitis and obstructive jaundice can be lethal. This is the first book to systematically treat biliary tract and gallbladder modelling with physiological and clinical information in a biomechanical context. The book provides readers with detailed biomechanical modelling procedures for the biliary tract and gallbladder based on physiological information clinical observations and experimental data and with the results properly interpreted in terms of clinical diagnosis and with biomechanical mechanisms for biliary diseases. The text can be used as a reference book for university undergraduates postgraduates and professional researchers in applied mathematics biomechanics biomechanical engineering and biomedical engineering as well as related surgeons. | Biliary Tract and Gallbladder Biomechanical Modelling with Physiological and Clinical Elements

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Primitive Elements of Grammatical Theory Papers by Jean-Roger Vergnaud and His Collaborators

Primitive Elements of Grammatical Theory Papers by Jean-Roger Vergnaud and His Collaborators

This book is a compilation of manuscripts and publications from 2001-2010 by Jean-Roger Vergnaud in collaboration with colleagues and students. This work is guided by the scientific belief that broader mathematical principles should guide linguistic inquiry as they guide classical biology and physics. From this Vergnaud’s hypotheses take the representation of the computational component of language to a more abstract level: one that derives constituent structure. He treats linguistic features as primitives and argues that a 2 x n matrix allows for multiple discrete dimensions to represent symmetries in linguistic features and to derive the fabric of syntax (and perhaps of phonology as well). Three primary research questions guide the core of these papers. (A) Methodologically how can broadly defined mathematical/cognitive principles guide linguistic investigation? (B) To what extent do general mathematical principles apply across linguistic domains? What principles guide computation at different levels of linguistic structure (phonology metrical structure syntax)? (C) How is the computational domain defined? In these manuscripts Vergnaud’s goal is not to radically depart from the Minimalist Program within generative grammar but rather to take the underlying goal of the generative program and bring it to an even more general scientific level. The themes of symmetry and periodicity in this book reflect his goal of scientific progress in linguistics and he has opened the doors to new exploration of old empirical problems in linguistics that may someday have deeper biological and physical explanations through the theory presented in this publication. | Primitive Elements of Grammatical Theory Papers by Jean-Roger Vergnaud and His Collaborators

GBP 46.99
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Conventional Flowmeters Volume II

Conventional Flowmeters Volume II

Conventional Flowmeters covers origin principle of operation development advantages and disadvantages applications and frontiers of research for conventional technology flowmeters which include differential pressure and primary elements positive displacement turbine open channel and variable area. There are more conventional technology meters being used in the field than new-technology meters. New developments such as more accurate pressure transmitters new primary elements such as cone elements reversible flow and dual rotor turbine meters and variable area meters with transmitters and a signal output are discussed. Features: Offers a working knowledge of the origin and development of the more traditional technology flowmeters: differential pressure and primary elements positive displacement turbine open channel and variable area Describes how these conventional meters still fit into what is being called Industry 4. 0 Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of conventional technology meters and provides a rationale for retaining or replacing these meters Focuses on the origin development operating principles and applications for the meters Explores the development of each conventional flowmeter type including the roles of companies such as Siemens ABB Emerson Foxboro KROHNE and Endress+Hauser This book is designed for anyone involved with flowmeters and instrumentation including product and marketing managers strategic planners application engineers and distributors. | Conventional Flowmeters Volume II

GBP 84.99
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Energy Modeling in Architectural Design

Energy Modeling in Architectural Design

Energy Modeling in Architectural Design demonstrates how design elements can lead to energy savings to help you reduce the energy footprint of your buildings. In addition to identifying climate opportunities you’ll also learn fundamental passive design elements for software-agnostic energy modeling of your projects from conception. Using parametric models and testing each element during design will lead you to create beautiful and high-performance buildings. Illustrated with more than 100 color images this book also includes a pattern guide for high-performance buildings discusses energy and daylighting optimization and has a glossary for easy reference.

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Landscape Construction Volume 3: Earth and Water Retaining Structures

Landscape Construction Volume 3: Earth and Water Retaining Structures

Landscape Construction Volume 1 deals with elements of landscape construction which are required to provide enclosure privacy demarcation of land shelter and security. The elements discussed include free-standing brick and stone walls fences gates and railings. Fittings and finishes are also covered. Each section describes the materials construction and constraints relevant to the subject and a large number of detailed figures and photographs supplement the text and help to illustrate the more important aspects. There is also a section on preservation treatment and painting. The current British Standard references are included. | Landscape Construction Volume 3: Earth and Water Retaining Structures

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Phenomenological Creep Models of Composites and Nanomaterials Deterministic and Probabilistic Approach

Phenomenological Creep Models of Composites and Nanomaterials Deterministic and Probabilistic Approach

The use of new engineering materials in the aerospace and space industry is usually governed by the need for enhancing the bearing capacity of structural elements and systems improving the performance of specific applications reducing structural weight and improving its cost-effectiveness. Crystalline composites and nanomaterials are used to design lightweight structural elements because such materials provide stiffness strength and low density/weight. This book reviews the effect of high temperature creep on structural system response and provides new phenomenological creep models (deterministic and probabilistic approach) of composites and nanomaterials. Certain criteria have been used in selecting the creep functions in order to describe a wide range of different behavior of materials. The experimental testing and evaluation of time variant creep in composite and nanomaterials is quite complex expensive and at times time consuming. Therefore the analytical analysis of creep properties and behavior of structural elements made of composite and nanocomposite materials subjected to severe thermal loadings conditions is of great practical importance. Composite elements and heterogeneous materials from which they are made make essential changes to the classical scheme for constructing the phenomenological creep model of composite elements because it reflects the specificity of the composite material and manifests itself in the choice of two basic functions of the creep constitutive equation namely memory and instantaneous modulus of elasticity functions. As such the concepts and analytical techniques presented here are important. But the principal objective of this book is to demonstrate how nonlinear viscoelastic engineering creep theory can be incorporated into the general theory of mechanics of materials so that composite components can be designed and analyzed. The results are supported by step-by-step practical structural design examples and will be useful for structural engineers code developers as well as material science researchers and university faculty. The phenomenological creep models presented in this book provide a usable engineering approximation for many applications in composite engineering. | Phenomenological Creep Models of Composites and Nanomaterials Deterministic and Probabilistic Approach

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Sociology of Religion A Reader

Sociology of Religion A Reader

Sociology of Religion is a collection that seeks to explore the relationship between the structure and culture of religion and various elements of social life in the United States. This reader is an ideal standalone course text and can also serve as supplement to the text written by the same author team Religion Matters (Routledge 2010). Based on both classic and contemporary research in the sociology of religion this new third edition highlights a variety of research methods and theoretical approaches to studying the sociological elements of religion. It explores the ways in which religious values beliefs and practices shape the world outside of church synagogue or mosque walls while simultaneously being shaped by the non-religious forces operating in that world. | Sociology of Religion A Reader

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Post-Tensioned Concrete Floors

Post-Tensioned Concrete Floors

Post-tensioning is the most versatile form of pre-stressing a technique which enables engineers to make the most effective use of the material properties of concrete and so to design structural elements which are strong slender and efficient. Design in post-tensioned concrete is not difficult and if done properly can contribute significantly to the economy and the aesthetic qualities of a building. Post-tensioned floors have found widespread use in office buildings and car park structures and are also frequently employed in warehouses and public buildings. However in spite of this most prestressed concrete texts devote comparatively little attention to floors concentrating instead on beam elements. This book answers the need for a comprehensive treatment of post-tensioned floor design. | Post-Tensioned Concrete Floors

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Occupational Safety and Health Fundamental Principles and Philosophies

Occupational Safety and Health Fundamental Principles and Philosophies

Most occupational safety and health books explain how to apply concepts principles elements tools of prevention and develop interventions and initiatives to mitigate occupational injuries illnesses and deaths. This is not a how-to book. It is a book that addresses the philosophical basis for all of the varied components and elements needed to develop and manage a safety and health program. It is a book designed to answer the questions often posed as to why should we do it this way. It is the “Why” book and the intent is to provide a blueprint and a helpmate for the philosophical basis for occupational safety and health and the justification as an integral component of doing business. | Occupational Safety and Health Fundamental Principles and Philosophies

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