Retaining the successful format of the first edition and building on its solid grounding in the principles of renewable energy resources, this second edition has been revised in line with the latest advances in the field to include new technologies and an assessment of their impact. Considering each ... more »

Leading scientists explain the nature and goals of `test-tube' reproduction and genetic engineering, and their eugenic implications. In contrast to the Warnock report, issues are considered in a social ethic - rather than individualistic - context. more »

Everything you should know about going wireless A valuable reality check for the many claims about wireless, Wireless Data For The Enterprise sorts out myth from fact, truth from exaggeration. This guide by George Faigen, Boris Fridman, and Arielle Emmett shows you how your enterprise can extend its ... more »

Structures: From Theory to Practice provides a comprehensive introduction to the analysis and design of structures. Aspects of structural behaviour, good design practice and effective computational techniques are used to illustrate the importance of the fundamental theoretical concepts presented. The ... more »

... wireless)--he thoroughly examines the technologies, protocols, and business models on this next giant happening in the world of video and telecom. * Internet protocols for delivering streaming media * Audio and video compression schemes * Covers MPEG-4 and MPEG-7 * Discusses digital rights management ... more »

The number of books on Business-Society Management, Business Ethics and Corporate Communication has seen an exponential growth, but most do not treat the issues, strategies and societal interaction in a homogenous manner. At last, here is a book that does just that. International Business-Society Management ... more »

... triumphs (co-author Christian Lindholm was featured in the August 2002 issue of Business 2.0 magazine)this one-of-a-kind reference vividly delivers: * The complete design process, from concept creation to product testing * The future of small interfaces * Usability engineering in practice in the mobile ... more »

An introduction to the investigation, extraction, processing and specification of natural soil and rock materials, with an emphasis on why particular material properties are sought and how they may ... more » more »

Product Info The DIY and decorators' complete illustrated handbook on creating ceiling and wall textures and fixing coving. more »

* 12 proven designs for building inexpensive, yet effective, audio studios * Covers basic acoustic theory, construction materials, and applied design * New chapters on blueprint reading and electrical wiring and grounding methods, expanded coverage of materials and construction methods more »