This book is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to algorithms and data structures for on-disk based sorting and searching, as well as advanced disk technology. With a focus on big data,
In this book the coherent quantum transport of electrons through two-dimensional mesoscopic structures is explored in dependence of the interplay between the confining geometry and the impact of appli
Concise guide to surface and radiological anatomy for undergraduate medical students. Covers structures and organs throughout the body, highlighting key points in boxes. Includes nearly 200 clinical d
The book assembles this investigation and structures its materials, methods and outcomes along three parts. The first part includes a series of writings by the author and invited theoreticians and pra
Mechanical vibration or rotation of a target or structures on the target may induce additional frequency modulations on the returned radar signal which generate sidebands about the targets Doppler fre
In times of globalisation, locally rooted co-operatives become more important. With transparent structures, member-support and the mandate of member-promotion, they can build on the trust of their mem
Advanced Magnetic and OpticalMaterials offers detailed up-to-date chapters on the functional optical and magnetic materials, engineering of quantum structures, high-tech magnets, characterization and
Analyzing the structures of transnational organized crime, this book considers whether traditional mechanisms and national jurisdictions can tackle this increasing menace. Highlighting the strengths a
Designed to help you quickly learn or review normal anatomy and confirm variants, Imaging Anatomy: Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis provides detailed views of anatomic structures in successive imaging slices in
This new updated edition of Introduction to Geopolitics presents the overarching themes of geopolitical structures and agents in an engaging and accessible manner, which requires no previous knowledge
This new updated edition of Introduction to Geopolitics presents the overarching themes of geopolitical structures and agents in an engaging and accessible manner, which requires no previous knowledge
Platino unhinges space. What happens when coordinates are lacking, when spatial structures dissolve? The color interventions by the Stuttgart-based artist force us to see things in a new way, to submi
Sensors were developed to detect and quantify structures and functions of human body as well as to gather information from the environment in order to optimize the efficiency, cost-effectiveness and q
This book covers the nuts and bolts of scrum—its framework, roles, team structures, ceremonies, and artifacts—from the scrum master’s perspective.The Art of Scrum details the scum master’s responsibil
Many creatures use adhesive polymers and structures to attach to inert substrates, to each other, or to other organisms. This is the first major review that brings together research on many of the wel
The bond valence model, a description of acid-base bonding, is widely used for analysing and modelling the structures and properties of solids and liquids. Unlike other models of inorganic chemical bo
Largely self-taught as an architect, John Yeon (1910-1994) designed some of the most beautiful and influential structures in the Pacific Northwest, among them the Watzek House of 1937 which received n
This book explores functional polymers containing aromatic azo chromophores in side-chain, main-chain and other parts of their structures, known as azo polymers and which share common photoresponsive
Statemaking does not end once states emerge but is a continuous process, argue the contributors to Statemaking and Social Movements. In their view, states are not static structures that "act upon" soc
Each year in the United States, hundreds of religious buildings and schools become vacant or underutilized as congregations and populations merge, move, or diminish. These structures are often well lo
Manhattan Churches celebrates the wonderful diversity of churches in New York City’s oldest borough. The book takes an in-depth look at a wide array of awe-inspiring structures, from Lower Manhattan a
In light of the growing interest in design and synthesis of building blocks for the self-assembly of complex structures, this book addresses at the field of self-assembly from a theoretical perspecti
This expansive volume presents the essential topics related to construction materials composition and their practical application in structures and civil installations. The book's diverse slate of exp
With their elegant looped and landscaped structures, the buildings of contemporary architectural practices promote free circulation between private and the public, work and pleasure, education and bus
An emphasis on global structures and forces tends to privilege elites and their accomplishments, especially in the grand narratives of student textbooks. This book is an antidote to such studies and p
With their elegant looped and landscaped structures, the buildings of contemporary architectural practices promote free circulation between private and the public, work and pleasure, education and bus
This vintage guide from over a century ago offers timeless, practical advice on building log cabins. Plans and directions for simple structures are easy enough for amateurs to follow. Well-illustrated
Architects and scholars of culture examine the interplay between the two domains. Their topics include the evolution of construction systems: cultural effects on traditional structures and their r
Analyzes how individual foreign investment and real estate professionals act beyond the governance structures of Western nation states by networking complex real estate, financial and immigration info
Analyzes how individual foreign investment and real estate professionals act beyond the governance structures of Western nation states by networking complex real estate, financial and immigration info
Hill-forts are magnificent enclosures which were built around the Late Bronze Age and Iron Age (c.700-.100BC). There were many designs that were built and positions that these structures were situated
Social semiotics reveals language’s social meaning Ð its structures, processes, conditions and effects Ð in all social contexts, across all media and modes of discourse. This important new book uses s
Social semiotics reveals language’s social meaning Ð its structures, processes, conditions and effects Ð in all social contexts, across all media and modes of discourse. This important new book uses s
Many key aspects of life are based on naturally occurring polymers, such as polysaccharides, proteins and DNA. Unsurprisingly, their molecular functionalities, macromolecular structures and material p
Born out of the drawingbuilding.org online archive, Architectural Inventions presents a stunning visual study of impossible or speculative structures that exist only on paper. Soliciting the work of a
This book is devoted to the engineering of protein-based nanostructures and nanomaterials. One key challenge in nanobiotechnology is to be able to exploit the natural repertoire of protein structures
Economic and societal transitions have left many buildings redundant and numerous structures are waiting to be put to new uses. Due in part to an increasing awareness of ecological issues, but mainly
This compact book combines clear illustrations of body regions, organs, cells, and physiological events with simple explanatory text that focuses on the function of relevant systems and structures, as
Through the use of images, diagrams, and detailed descriptions, this book enables readers to appreciate how the construction, design, and function of famous structures inform our understanding of soci
In this important volume, the structures and functions of these advanced polymer and composite systems are evaluated with respect to improved or novel performance, and the potential implications of th
