The use of pressuremeters in predicting in situ soil properties is increasing as the technique becomes established as a reliable method of site investigation. This book provides a thorough review of the topic and its use in site investigation. more »

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This book, developed from the results of the Emerging Technologies for the Food Industry symposium held in Madrid, spotlights recent innovations in food processing technologies. Novel Food Processing Technologies covers a range of food processing treatments that meet current demands for added value and ... more »

Papers presented at the Third International Conference on Land Reclamation: An End to Dereliction?, held at the University of Wales College of Cardiff, Cardiff, UK 2-5 July 1991. more » more »

This book introduces the science and technology of materials in automotive engines. It focuses on reciprocating engines with particular emphasis on their characteristics and the materials used in their construction. The book considers the engine in terms of each specific part: the piston, cylinder, camshaft ... more »

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The proceedings of a major conference on the built environment ran by the RICS to examine recent research and development in: investment; building procurement and construction; and building performance analysis. more »

This reference demonstrates the correct methodology to conduct successful failure analyses. The book builds the background necessary for these investigations and discusses procedures to reduce the occurrence of component failures due to errors in material selection, design, and manufacturing, as well ... more »

This text discusses di-p-methane rearrangements via radical-cation intermediates, the photo-Fries rearrangement in organized media and of biologically active compounds, electron transfer leading to fragmentation, dimerization, and nucleophilic capture, and the characterization and reactivity of photochemically ... more »

This comprehensive reference details the technical, chemical, and mechanical aspects of high-temperature refractory composite materials for step-by-step guidance on the selection of the most appropriate system for specific manufacturing processes. The book surveys a wide range of lining system geometries ... more »

Since the first edition of this book was published, most developments in welding construction have been within the quality assurance element of the process rather than in welding technology itself. The continuous pressures from worldwide clients seeking better reliability from welded structures has focused ... more »

Assessing the scientific and technological aspects of lead-free soldering, this reference considers the necessary background and requirements for proper alloy selection. It highlights the metallurgical and mechanical properties, plating and processing technologies, and evaluation methods vital to the ... more »