An original reassessment of Descartes' work which reinserts it in its contemporary context. Explores the notion of intellectual virtue in Descartes' inquiry and argues for a new approach to Descartes' ideas of scepticism and the sciences. more »

While there are many historical examples of successful naturally ventilated buildings, standards for indoor climate have tended to emphasise active, mechanical airflow systems rather than passive natural systems. Despite its importance, knowledge about the performance of naturally ventilated buildings ... more »

Presenting essential material in a fashion that permits rapid application to practical problems, this guide provides the structure and understanding necessary for long-term growth. The text first explains how the components fit and work together to make a successful experimental design, then analyzes ... more »

Understand the basics of building and managing wireless communications systems with this totally comprehensive, one-of-a-kind guide. Cellular/PCS Management maneuvers you through every nook and cranny of PCS and cellular, covering every aspect of designing, building, and managing wireless communications ... more »

This second edition of Design of Structural Steelwork presents the essential design aspects of steel as a structural material. It has been carefully revised and updated to provide a modern introduction to the subject, assuming only a basic knowledge of structural analysis and solid mechanics. more »

This collection of papers was presented at the CIB W92 Symposium held in Chiang Mai, Thailand in January 1999.This volume, drawing on contributions from leading experts in construction contract procurement from 22 countries, addresses the issues of culture within organizations and national cultures and ... more »

In this volume drawn from the VLSI Handbook, the focus is on logic design and compound semiconductor digital integrated circuit technology. Expert discussions cover topics ranging from the basics of logic expressions and switching theory to sophisticated programmable logic devices and the design of GaAs ... more »

The role of the built environment on global warming is seen to be of increasing relevance. In this book, contributors of international repute offer a wide perspective on the subject. This paperback edition offers insights and techniques regarding design and management of buildings and urban settlement ... more »

High speed cable modems are the technical link that will bring the Internet and video-on-demand to the cable-ready TVs in our homes. This great leap forward will hit the market in 1997, and this is the book with the inside information on how it works. The author couldn't be closer to the process; he ... more »

Occupational Ergonomics: Engineering and Administrative Controls focuses on prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders with an emphasis on engineering and administrative controls. Section I provides knowledge about risk factors for upper and lower extremities at work, while Section II concentrates ... more »

There are approximately 50,000 small water supplies in the UK alone, and thousands more worldwide. Dealing with idiosyncratic characteristics of small water supplies requires specialist knowledge. Small Water Supplies: A Practical Guide provides invaluable guidance for their appropriate management. This ... more »

The aims of the book are to understand project management and to stimulate and contribute to a structured way of thinking in applying this discipline. A systems view to project management is described, based on the realisation that management is a... more »