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 »

Studying the morphology, defects, and wear behavior of a variety of material surfaces, Mechanical Tribology examines popular and emerging surface characterization techniques for assessment of the physical, mechanical, and chemical properties of various modified surfaces, thin films, and coatings. Its ... more »

The leading international authorities bring together in this contributed volume the latest research and current thinking on advanced fiber reinforced cement composites. Under rigorous editorial control, 13 chapters map out the key properties and behaviour of these materials, which promise to extend their ... more »

Written by internationally recognized researchers and experts in the field, V. Mohan Malhotra and Nicholas J. Carino, this new edition provides the most comprehensive, up-to-date information available on nondestructive testing (NDT) methods used to evaluate concrete structures. It gives you a comprehensive ... more »

This volume is the second in the series Techniques in Aquatic Toxicology, which is intended to reduce to workable protocols techniques that have been established as beneficial in the field. This volume mirrors the first and includes a blend of established techniques, as well as recently developed novel ... more »

Product Info This E. & F. N. Spon title is now distributed by Routledge in the US and Canada more »

Methods of Analysis for Food Components and Additives is a concise presentation of the state of the art in the analysis of food components. The author brings together an international team of experts to summarize key findings on novel methods of analysis of food components, additives, and contaminants ... more »

This book forms the Proceedings of an International RILEM Symposium, the fourth in the series, on Testing of Bituminous Mixes in Budapest, Hungary, October 1990. The aim of the Symposium is to promote tests for the characterization, design and quality control of bituminous mixes which combine the best ... more »

Spon's Quarry Guide provides complete and up-to-date information on all of Britain's hard rock quarrying industry. For over 700 quarries it gives full address, OS Map Number and grid reference, telephone and contact names. Rock type, colo more »

With a wide range of contributions from America, Australia, Europe as well as the UK, Creating Sustainable Transport sums up many of the lessons learned and how they can be applied in improved planning. Non-motorized transport planning depends on combining improvements to infrastructure with education ... more »

Written by one of the foremost authorities in the field, this reference presents proven and easy-to-use methods for determining whether selected dimensioning and tolerancing schemes will yield functional parts and assemblies. The book develops effective problem-solving and analytical skills using a variety ... more »