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Fertility Technology (The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series)
by Donna J. DruckerA concise overview of fertility technology—its history, practical applications, and ethical and social implications around the world.In the late 1850s, a physician in New York City used a syringe and glass tube to inject half a drop of sperm into a woman&’s uterus, marking the first recorded instance of artificial insemination. From that day forward, doctors and scientists have turned to technology in ever more innovative ways to facilitate conception. Fertility Technology surveys this history in all its medical, practical, and ethical complexity, and offers a look at state-of-the-art fertility technology in various social and political contexts around the world. Donna J. Drucker&’s concise and eminently readable account introduces the five principal types of fertility technologies used in human reproduction—artificial insemination; ovulation timing; sperm, egg, and embryo freezing; in vitro fertilization; and IVF in uterine transplants—discussing the development, manufacture, dispersion, and use of each. Geographically, it focuses on countries where innovations have emerged and countries where these technologies most profoundly affect individuals and population policies. Drucker&’s wide-ranging perspective reveals how these technologies, used for birth control as well as conception in many cases, have been critical in shaping the moral, practical, and political meaning of human life, kinship, and family in different nations and cultures since the mid-nineteenth century.
Fescue Toxicosis and Management (ASA, CSSA, and SSSA Books #174)
by Craig A. Roberts John AndraeFescue toxicosis continues to be one of the most devastating problems in forage–livestock agriculture. Because there is presently no cure, using the most up-to-date management and prevention approaches are crucial. The 2nd edition of this important guide presents an easy-to-understand description of this complex problem, along with recommendations that are practical for real farm use.
Festigkeitslehre für Wirtschaftsingenieure: Mit Verständnisfragen, vielen Beispielen und Aufgaben mit kleinschrittigen Lösungen
by Klaus-Dieter Arndt Holger Brüggemann Joachim IhmeDieses Lehrbuch hilft mit vielen durchgerechneten Beispielen und Aufgaben mit sehr ausführlicher Lösung die Grundlagen der Festigkeitslehre zu verstehen. Besonders wichtig und hilfreich ist für angehende Wirtschaftsingenieure die Berücksichtigung wirtschaftlicher Aspekte. Auf Grund verständlicher Texte, aussagekräftiger Bilder und durchgängiger Vierfarbigkeit ist dieses Buch aber auch für Techniker sowie Praktiker im beruflichen Alltag bestens geeignet. In der aktuellen Auflage wurden neben zusätzlichen textlichen Hinweisen Tabellen erweitert sowie weitere Abbildungen für eine bessere Verständlichkeit eingefügt. Die Abbildungen haben jetzt eine einheitliche Systematik und die Anzahl der Beispiele wurde erhöht.
Festigkeitslehre für Wirtschaftsingenieure: Mit Verständnisfragen, vielen Beispielen und Aufgaben mit kleinschrittigen Lösungen
by Klaus-Dieter Arndt Holger Brüggemann Joachim IhmeDieses Lehrbuch hilft mit vielen durchgerechneten Beispielen und Aufgaben mit sehr ausführlicher Lösung die Grundlagen der Festigkeitslehre zu verstehen. Besonders wichtig und hilfreich ist für angehende Wirtschaftsingenieure die Berücksichtigung wirtschaftlicher Aspekte. Auf Grund verständlicher Texte, aussagekräftiger Bilder und durchgängiger Vierfarbigkeit ist dieses Buch aber auch für Techniker sowie Praktiker im beruflichen Alltag bestens geeignet. Die vorliegende Auflage enthält ein neues Kapitel zum Thema Querschnitte aus Verbundwerkstoffen. Die Abbildungen haben jetzt eine einheitliche Systematik und die Anzahl der Fragen und Aufgaben mit Lösungen wurde erhöht.
Festigkeitslehre für Wirtschaftsingenieure: Verständlich durch viele durchgerechnete Beispiele
by Joachim Ihme Holger Brüggemann Klaus-Dieter ArndtDieses Lehrbuch hilft mit vielen durchgerechneten Beispielen mit sehr ausführlicher Lösung die Theorie der Festigkeitslehre zu verstehen. Besonders wichtig und hilfreich ist für angehende Wirtschaftsingenieure die Berücksichtigung wirtschaftlicher Aspekte. Auf Grund der verständlichen Darstellungsart und durchgängiger Vierfarbigkeit ist dieses Buch aber auch für Techniker sowie Praktiker im beruflichen Alltag bestens geeignet. In der aktuellen Auflage wurden neben zusätzlichen textlichen Hinweisen Tabellen erweitert sowie weitere Abbildungen für eine bessere Verständlichkeit eingefügt. Die Abbildungen haben jetzt eine einheitliche Systematik und die Anzahl der Beispiele wurde erhöht.
Feststoffgeschmierte Wälzlager
by Herbert Birkhofer Timo KümmerleIn dem Band werden Anwendungen für feststoffgeschmierte Wälzkontakte, etwa im Maschinenbau, in der Luft- und Raumfahrt, der Lebensmittelindustrie oder der Medizintechnik, vorgestellt. Ihre Potenziale und Grenzen werden analysiert und im Theorieteil systematisch hergeleitet. Ferner werden Prüfverfahren und Prüfeinrichtungen vorgestellt und Prüfergebnisse ausführlich erläutert. Ein Schwerpunkt ist die detaillierte Beschreibung der Gestaltungsfaktoren, die Lebensdauer und Lagerperformance von feststoffgeschmierten Wälzlagern beeinflussen.
Fet Technology and Application
by E. S. OxnerThis book provides the reader with some insights into the many styles of field effect transistors (FETs) being used. It offers a rudimentary understanding of their operation and performance. The book explains the complex terminology that defines the various FET parameters.
Fever (FADE Series #4)
by Kailin GowWinner of the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Silver Award! YA (Young Adult) - appropriate for age 16 and up. Contains non-stop action, kissing, and twists that will keep you guessing to the very end. PRAISE FOR THE FADE SERIES 5 out of 5 Stars - Kailin Gow has this talent to make the readers finish the book in a day, without a break.- Kitame 5 out of 5 Star - Lots of fresh original ideas in this book that kept me guessing. If you're looking for something different in an exciting way, get Fade. - Between the Covers "If you love the girls in Amanda Hocking's and Suzanne Collins' novels, it's time you discovered bestselling YA series author Kailin Gow!" - Steve Windwalker, #1 Amazon bestselling author and Kindle Nation Magazine founder. "It's like Nikita meets Fringe! Love it!" - On My Shelf DESCRIPTION Who had survived the Apocalypse? In Fever, the fourth book and final installment in Kailin Gow's FADE dystopian thriller series, Celes' memories return with a vengeance. Jack's memories are aligned with hers, and together they embark on fulfilling the mission they had set themselves to accomplished in their past. THE FADE SERIES BOOKS FADE Falling Forgotten Fever Series Complete!
A Few Things I Know About Her: A Personally Machine Learning Inspired Approach to Understand Surrounding Nature (Intelligent Systems Reference Library #219)
by Bruno ApolloniThis book reconsiders key issues, such as description and explanation, which affect data analytics. For starters: the soul does not exist. Once released from this cumbersome roommate, we are left with complex biological systems: namely, ourselves, who must configure their environment in terms of worlds that are compatible with what they sense. Far from supplying yet another cosmogony, the book provides the cultivated reader with computational tools for describing and understanding data arising from his surroundings, such as climate parameters or stock market trends, even the win/defeat story of his son football team. Besides the superposition of the very many universes considered by quantum mechanics, we aim to manage families of worlds that may have generated those data through the key feature of their compatibility. Starting from a sharp engineering of ourselves in term of pairs consisting of genome plus a neuron ensemble, we toss this feature in different cognitive frameworks within a span of exploitations ranging from probability distributions to the latest implementations of machine learning. From the perspective of human society as an ensemble of the above pairs, the book also provides scientific tools for analyzing the benefits and drawbacks of the modern paradigm of the world as a service.
Feynman's Rainbow: A Search for Beauty in Physics and in Life
by Leonard MlodinowAcademic scientist turned Hollywood screen writer, Mlodinow recounts his first year on the faculty at California Technical Institute, beginning in winter 1981, and his interactions there with renowned physicist Richard Feynman during his last years. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
FEYRER: Bemessung, Betrieb, Sicherheit
by Klaus Feyrer Karl-Heinz WehkingIn den vergangenen Jahren haben die Ergebnisse zahlreicher Forschungsarbeiten zu weiteren Verbesserungen und einer umfangreichen Bearbeitung des Buches geführt.Die Darstellung der Methoden zur Berechnung wichtiger Seilgrößen und ihre Erläuterung durch Rechenbeispiele sind ein besonderes Anliegen dieser Neuauflage. Die Anzahl der Rechenbeispiele wurden, zur besseren Veranschaulichung, erhöht. Darüber hinaus gibt es eine Reihe von Excel-gestützten Rechenprogrammen, die kostenlos abgerufen werden können. Die Dimensionierungs- und Berechnungsmöglichkeiten rund um das Drahtseil werden damit wesentlich vereinfacht und verbessert.
FF DOT: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy
by Square EnixA hardcover volume that showcases the intriguing evolution of pixel art from the Final Fantasy series!Containing detailed sprite sheets that showcase the pixel composition of Final Fantasy's beloved characters, maps of Final Fantasy's most popular highlighting tools used by the developers, and a special interview with Kazuko Shibuya, the character pixel artist for the Final Fantasy series, FF Dot is a one of a kind product that immerses readers into an iconic aspect of the Final Fantasy experience. Dark Horse Books is proud to collaborate with Square Enix to bring fans FF Dot: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy, translated into English for the first time. This localization of the original Japanese publication holds nearly 300 pages of colorful pixel art, and is an invaluable addition to any Final Fantasy fan's collection.
FIB Nanostructures
by Zhiming M. WangFIB Nanostructures reviews a range of methods, including milling, etching, deposition, and implantation, applied to manipulate structures at the nanoscale. Focused Ion Beam (FIB) is an important tool for manipulating the structure of materials at the nanoscale, and substantially extends the range of possible applications of nanofabrication. FIB techniques are widely used in the semiconductor industry and in materials research for deposition and ablation, including the fabrication of nanostructures such as nanowires, nanotubes, nanoneedles, graphene sheets, quantum dots, etc. The main objective of this book is to create a platform for knowledge sharing and dissemination of the latest advances in novel areas of FIB for nanostructures and related materials and devices, and to provide a comprehensive introduction to the field and directions for further research. Chapters written by leading scientists throughout the world create a fundamental bridge between focused ion beam and nanotechnology that is intended to stimulate readers' interest in developing new types of nanostructures for application to semiconductor technology. These applications are increasingly important for the future development of materials science, energy technology, and electronic devices. The book can be recommended for physics, electrical engineering, and materials science departments as a reference on materials science and device design.
Fiber and Ceramic Filler-Based Polymer Composites for Biomedical Engineering (Composites Science and Technology)
by Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai Poushali Das Sayan Ganguly Jineesh Ayippadath GopiThis book presents the latest development of fibre/ceramic-polymer composites for biocompatible applications, with a special emphasis on the effect of different types of fibre and ceramic fillers on the characteristics of the composites. The book contains chapters that cover fundamentals, materials used for composites, fabrication, classification, and biomedical applications. The first section of the book provides a brief overview of the fibre and ceramic-based composite materials while the subsequent sections cover the numerous types of fibre and ceramic polymeric composites with emphasis on their potential biomedical applications. Increasingly sophisticated biomedical technologies, such as tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, as well as genetic therapies and controlled drug delivery, are being developed at a breakneck pace, necessitating the development of new materials to meet the specific requirements of these fields. Single-component ceramic or polymer materials that are now available do not meet their requirements. Therefore, composites and hybrid composites have an important role to play. Aside from that, to completely meet the fundamental criteria such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, and acceptable mechanical qualities, it is necessary to find materials that can perform a variety of advanced activities at the same time. This book is a road map not only for the materials scientist but also for researchers, academics, technologists, and students working in composites for biomedical engineering applications.
Fiber and Whisker Reinforced Ceramics for Structural Applications (Materials Engineering)
by David BelitskusExamines all important aspects of whisker and fibre reinforced ceramic science and technology, offering a balanced account of developments in the field. The work shows how to improve the strength and stiffness of ceramic composites, at very high temperatures, without brittleness.
Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors: Development and Applications
by Hisham K. HishamThis book presents the basic principles of optical sensor technology in line with the tremendous development in the concept of optical fibers. In the first four chapters, the book discusses the basic principles of optical sensor technology in a simplified manner, making it suitable for all levels of study and research. The seven remaining chapters are concerned with the practical applications of optical sensor technology in all fields such as oil and gas, civil engineering, medical and military fields and harsh environments.
Fiber Bundles: Statistical Models and Applications
by James U. Gleaton David Han James D. Lynch Hon Keung Ng Fabrizio RuggeriThis book presents a critical overview of statistical fiber bundle models, including existing models and potential new ones. The authors focus on both the physical and statistical aspects of a specific load-sharing example: the breakdown for circuits of capacitors and related dielectrics. In addition, they investigate some areas of open research.This book is designed for graduate students and researchers in statistics, materials science, engineering, physics, and related fields, as well as practitioners and technicians in materials science and mechanical engineering.
Fiber Electronics
by Huisheng PengThis book highlights the main advances in fiber electronics, like fiber-shaped solar cells, batteries, supercapacitors, sensors, light-emitting devices, memristors and communication devices from the standpoints of material synthesis, structure design and property enhancement. It focuses on revealing the separation and transport mechanisms of charges, establishing transport equations for electrons and ions, and emphasizing integration methods in fiber devices. In closing, it reviews emerging applications based on fiber devices that could accelerate their large-scale production in the near future. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable resource for scientists, engineers, graduate students and undergraduate students in a wide variety of fields such as advanced materials, energy, electrochemistry, applied physics, nanoscience and nanotechnology, polymer science and engineering and biomedical science. It also benefits many non-specialist industrialists who are working to promote new technologies.
Fiber Fuse
by Shin-Ichi TodorokiThis book describes the fiber fuse phenomenon that causes a serious problem for the present optical communication systems. High-power light often brings about catastrophic damage to optical devices. Silica glass optical fibers with ultralow transmission loss are not the exception. A fiber fuse appears in a heated region of the fiber cable delivering a few watts of light and runs toward the light source destroying its core region. Understanding this phenomenon is a necessary first step in the development of future optical communication systems. This book provides supplementary videos and photographs to help understand what occurs in the fiber, including the classification of its propagation mode and self-pumping effect. These findings are good references for other optical devices exposed to ultrahigh-power light such as laser emitters.
Fiber Ingredients: Food Applications and Health Benefits
by Susan Sungsoo Cho Priscilla SamuelThis book summarizes available fiber sources and how they can be incorporated into new food products to provide improved health benefits. It rigorously examines health claims, recent research, and contradictory data; covers fiber for weight and glycemic control, and intestinal regularity; and discusses how food producers can find fiber sources and
Fiber Lasers: Basics, Technology, and Applications
by Liang Dong Bryce SamsonThe fiber laser, with its humble beginning in the late 1980s, has undergone tremendous development in the past decade or so, transforming itself from a research curiosity to a major force in modern manufacturing. Today, it is revolutionizing our economy by fundamentally changing the way we mark, machine, and process materials on an industrial scale. The recent development of high-power fiber lasers is also fundamentally shaping a wide range of other areas from physical sciences and medicine to geology and space exploration. In the past few years, the tactical deployment of direct energy weapons based on fiber lasers has become a reality. The development of fiber lasers is rooted in a number of technical areas including optical materials, optical waveguide design, nonlinear optics, optical fiber fabrication, and optical characterization, in addition to optical fiber components, and fiber laser design and architecture. No comprehensive in-depth coverage of such diverse topical areas has appeared in a single book. Many important developments have taken place in the past decade in both academia and industry. This book comprehensively covers the basics, technology and applications of fiber lasers including up-to-date developments in both academia and industry and is aimed to serve as both an introduction and research aid for graduate students, engineers, and scientists who are new to this field and also for veterans in the field
Fiber Lasers: Fundamentals with MATLAB® Modelling
by Johan Meyer Suné Von Solms Justice SompoOver the past two decades, the use of fiber lasers in engineering applications has gradually become established as an engineering discipline on its own. The development of fiber lasers is mainly the result of studies from various domains like photonics, optical sensing, fiber optics, nonlinear optics, and telecommunication. Though many excellent books exist on each of these subjects, and several have been written specifically to address lasers and fiber lasers, it is still difficult to find one book where the diverse core of subjects that are central to the study of fiber laser systems are presented in simple and straight forward way. Fiber Lasers: Fundamentals with MATLAB Modelling, is an introduction to the fundamentals of fiber lasers. It provides clear explanations of physical concepts supporting the field of fiber lasers. Fiber lasers’ characteristics are analyzed theoretically through simulations derived from numerical models. The authors cover fundamental principles involved in the generation of laser light through both continuous-wave (CW) and pulsing. It also covers experimental configuration and characterization for both CW and Q-switching. The authors describe the simulation of fiber laser systems and propose numerical modelling of various fiber laser schemes. MATLAB® modelling and numerical computational methods are used throughout the book to simulate different fiber laser system configurations. This book will be highly desirable and beneficial for both academics and industry professionals to have ample examples of fiber laser approaches that are well thought out and fully integrated with the subjects covered in the text. This book is written to address these needs.
Fiber Optic Communications (Routledge Revivals)
by Lynne D. GreenFirst published in 1993: This book is an outgrowth of fiber optic design courses given by the author.
Fiber Optic Communications
by Gerd KeiserThis book highlights the fundamental principles of optical fiber technology required for understanding modern high-capacity lightwave telecom networks. Such networks have become an indispensable part of society with applications ranging from simple web browsing to critical healthcare diagnosis and cloud computing. Since users expect these services to always be available, careful engineering is required in all technologies ranging from component development to network operations. To achieve this understanding, this book first presents a comprehensive treatment of various optical fiber structures and diverse photonic components used in optical fiber networks. Following this discussion are the fundamental design principles of digital and analog optical fiber transmission links. The concluding chapters present the architectures and performance characteristics of optical networks.
Fiber Optic Communications
by Shiva Kumar M. Jamal DeenFiber-optic communication systems have advanced dramatically over the last four decades, since the era of copper cables, resulting in low-cost and high-bandwidth transmission. Fiber optics is now the backbone of the internet and long-distance telecommunication. Without it we would not enjoy the benefits of high-speed internet, or low-rate international telephone calls.This book introduces the basic concepts of fiber-optic communication in a pedagogical way. The important mathematical results are derived by first principles rather than citing research articles. In addition, physical interpretations and real-world analogies are provided to help students grasp the fundamental concepts.Key Features: Lucid explanation of key topics such as fibers, lasers, and photodetectors.Includes recent developments such as coherent communication and digital signal processing.Comprehensive treatment of fiber nonlinear transmission.Worked examples, exercises, and answers.Accompanying website with PowerPoint slides and numerical experiments in MATLAB.Intended primarily for senior undergraduates and graduates studying fiber-optic communications, the book is also suitable as a professional resource for researchers working in the field of fiber-optic communications.