Handbook of Frozen Foods describes the manufacture, processing, inspection, and safety of frozen foods. It surveys a range of topics in frozen food packaging, quality, and shelf-life from more than 50 of the most respected leaders in the field. The book describes the procedures, regulations, and technologies ... more »

The ultimate paradox of construction project management is that the earlier a decision has to be made, the more difficult the task is of estimating the cost implications. Yet the most important decisions are taken earliest - when the cost estimates are the most difficult to obtain. Spon's Frist Stage ... more »

This book details the latest information on the applied methods and techniques being used for quality control of concrete construction worldwide. The book forms the proceedings of the Second International Symposium on Quality Control on Concrete Structures, held in Belgium, June 1991. more »

Product Info From Soul to Self takes the reader on a fascinating journey through philosophy, theology, religious studies, and physiological sciences. more »

Progress in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation contains the proceedings of the Second International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation held in Cape Town, South Africa in July 2004. Its broad scope encompasses all aspects of structural mechanics and structural ... more »

Texture in Food: Volume 2: Solid Foods summarizes the wealth of recent research on what influences texture in solid foods and how it can be controlled to maximize product quality. The first part of the book reviews research on understanding how consumers experience texture when they eat, and how they ... more »

There is a pressing need for rationalization and standardization of test procedures for metals for use in all types of structure. This book brings together the latest international research developments, presented at a RILEM workshop held in Naples in May 1990. more »

Until recently, theories of the brain and its diseases, and how it gives rise to mind and emotions were based on the model of a static, non-renewable network of nerve cells and their connections. Then, seemingly overnight, a revolutionary new conception of the brain emerged in the mid-1990s. The sudden ... more »

For the first time, the full story of what happened when Frank Sinatra brought his best pals to party in a land called Vegas. January 1960. Las Vegas is at its smooth, cool peak. The Strip is a jet-age theme park, and the greatest singer in the history of American popular music summons a group of friends ... more »

This practical and comprehensive book enables the engineer to diagnose the cause of a fault, choose the appropriate remedial technique and ensure that the repair work is completed satisfactorily. It will be of value to all those who need to commission, supervise or carry out repairs to concrete structures ... more »

With more than 25 percent new material, this third edition provides an excellent overview of current research on the function, utilization, and nutritional aspects of lactic acid bacteria. The book showcases the scientific, commercial, and technological findings of 37 international contributors that ... more »

This monograph will be valuable for English-speaking scientists wanting to know more about the state-of-the-art in Russian research on non-linear shell theory. It will also be of value to all materials scientists concerned with the use and behaviour of composite materials in structural applications. ... more »