Edited English translation of a volume first published in Russian in 1992. Systematically describes the methods and results of paleogeodynamic reconstruction. Covers the entire range of plate tectonic
Since its initial publication this critique of Freud's methods for gathering and evaluating evidence has become a classic in Freud scholarship. foreword by Frederick Crews Psychoanalysis: science or
Edwin Hutchins combines his background as an anthropologist and an open ocean racing sailor and navigator in this account of how anthropological methods can be combined with cognitive theory to produ
Algorithmic Number Theory provides a thorough introduction to the design and analysis of algorithms for problems from the theory of numbers. Although not an elementary textbook, it includes over 300 e
This classic exposition of the mathematical theory of fluid motion is applicable to both hydrodynamics and aerodynamics. Based on vector methods and notation with their natural consequence in two dime
This ESIS publication concentrates on dynamic test standard methods and the analysis of the data they produce. A topic of increasing interest, which has wide ranging applications throughout engineerin
Semi-rigid steel frames are revolutionizing structural design. This book is a practical professional reference, covering analytical methods for the evaluation of connection flexibility and its influen
An accessible and practical work designed to address the needs of micro-enterprises whose owners must do most of the work. Describes how to use cost-effective and time-saving methods in order to obtai
Chemical methods of synthesis play a crucial role in discovering and designing novel materials, especially metastable ones which cannot be prepared otherwise. This monograph provides a useful survey o
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Created for engineers and students working with pure polymers and polymer solutions, this handbook provides up-to-date, easy to use methods to obtain specific volumes and phase equilibrium data. A com
A richly illustrated text designed to provide examples of recently developed methods for the production of amino acids, derivatives and biocatalysts. Describes such new technologies as development of
Reflects exact and heuristic methods of scheduling techniques suitable for creating customized sequencing and scheduling systems for flexible manufacturing, project management, group and cellular manu
This newly revised and updated edition of the classic Handbook on Experimental Mechanics documents both the traditional methods as well as the new principles involved in stress analysis of materials.
Imparts a detailed strategy focused on keeping customers and getting more of their business. Develops a management planning guide for customer retention including effective methods for service and qua
What do people learn when they do not know that they are learning? Until recently all of the work in the area of implicit learning focused on empirical questions and methods. In this book, Axel Cleere
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Neural Network Learning and Expert Systems is the first book to present a unified and in-depth development of neural network learning algorithms and neural network expert systems. Especially suitable
Extensively illustrated, it presents a detailed examination of typical construction methods and the preparation of architectural working drawings for residential and commercial buildings. Covers draft
Presents day traders with a systematic and rational framework for decision-making in the futures, options and equities markets. Offers complete coverage of day-trading methods including price, time an
Genetic algorithms are playing an increasingly important role in studies of complexadaptive systems, ranging from adaptive agents in economic theory to the use of machine learningtechniques in the des
Polymers for Gas Separation' discusses the importance of polymers in gas separation and the latest developments in the field. The introduction explains the need for gas separation and general methods
Providing a thorough, well-written and thoughtful study of the fundamental theoretical ideas of computing and examining how to design accurate and efficient algorithms, this book is ideal for an intro
This remarkable new book features the most recent research on the application of new physical and chemical methods to rapid microbiological detection and identification of bacteria under a variety of
Proven educational methods reinforce what is taught in preschool through the elementary grades. Simple instructions and delightful graphics motivate children to master the skills, and turn the page for more.
Introduces engineers and engineering students to several new methods of finite element analysis, a decision-making process used in the aerospace industry. Focusing on developments during the 1980s, pr
In addition to enumerating nearly every high performance polymeric material available, it provides detailed information on their methods of manufacture, properties and uses. Includes coverage of the n
This contributed work covers, in precise detail, the potential sources of error in floating-point programming and how these trouble spots can be controlled. Explains several methods for improving the
This second edition is an updated and revised version of the original text. It offers detailed descriptions of the methods available to predict the occurrence of diffusion in alloys subjected to vario
This book presents the twin topics of singular perturbation methods and time scale analysis to problems in systems and control. The heart of the book is the singularly perturbed optimal control syste
The Complexity of Robot Motion Planning makes original contributions both to robotics and to the analysis of algorithms. In this groundbreaking monograph John Canny resolves long-standing problems con
This new edition of a standard in the field is the most complete treatment available on modern methods of accident investigation. The investigation process is divided into three phases: preparation a
A comprehensive account of recent algorithms developed in computational number theory and primality testing. Provides a general framework for the theoretical study of public key cryptography and pseud
The only practical guide and history of hypnosis induction methods. Very comprehensive, it includes verbatim accounts of techniques ranging from the ancient Hindu to the modern, including many previou
Articles by 75 leading authorities cover virtually every aspect of composite materials and provide detailed information on methods of manufacturing properties, uses of composite materials and componen
A practical presentation of the basic teachings and various methods of the major schools of Zen Buddhism, intended for ready understanding and practice
This monograph is an attempt to develop further and refine methods based on input -output descriptions for analyzing feedback systems. Contrary to previous work in this area, the treatment heavily emp
