Wednesday, 28 March 2012

Mechanisms and Mechanical Devices Sourcebook

N. Sclater , "Mechanisms and Mechanical Devices Sourcebook, Fourth Edition" 
ISBN: 0071467610 | edition 2006 | PDF | 551 pages | 25,3 mb

The fourth edition of this unique engineering reference book covers the past, present, and future of mechanisms and mechanical devices. Among the thousands of proven mechanisms illustrated and described are many suitable for recycling into new mechanical, electromechanical, or mechatronic products and systems. Overviews of robotics, rapid prototyping, MEMS, and nanotechnology will get you up-to-speed on these cutting-edge technologies.


Newnes Engineering Mathematics Pocket Book

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Systems Evaluation: Methods, Models, and Applications

Sifeng Liu, Naiming Xie, "Systems Evaluation: Methods, Models, and Applications" 
C-rCPr-s | 2012 | ISBN-10: 1420088467 | PDF | 257 pages | 2,4 MB

A book in the Systems Evaluation, Prediction, and Decision-Making Series, Systems Evaluation: Methods, Models, and Applications covers the evolutionary course of systems evaluation methods, clearly and concisely. Outlining a wide range of methods and models, it begins by examining the method of qualitative assessment. Next, it describes the process and methods for building an index system of evaluation and considers the compared evaluation and the logical framework approach, analytic hierarchy process (AHP), and the data envelopment analysis (DEA) relative efficiency evaluation method.

Unique in its emphasis on the practical applications of systems evaluation methods and models, the book introduces several new evaluation models of grey system, including general grey incidence model, grey incidence models based on similarity and closeness, grey cluster evaluation based on triangular whitenization functions, and multi-attribute grey target decision model. Explaining intricate concepts in language that is easy to understand it provides step-by-step explanations of the various methods and models.

The text illustrates the practical application, analysis, and computation of systems evaluation methods and models with an abundance of practical examples and empirical studies. The case studies examine post evaluation of road-bridge construction projects, the efficiency evaluation of the science and technology activities, the evaluation of energy-saving projects in China, and the evaluation and selection of international cooperation projects.


Thursday, 22 March 2012

Delmar's Standard Textbook of Electricity, 5 edition

Stephen L. Herman, "Delmar's Standard Textbook of Electricity, 5 edition" 
D.lmar C..gage L..rning | 2010 | ISBN: 1111539154 | 1152 pages | PDF | 60,5 MB

Mastering the theory and application of electrical concepts is necessary for a successful career in the electrical installation or industrial maintenance fields, and this new fifth edition of DELMAR'S STANDARD TEXTBOOK OF ELECTRICITY delivers! Designed to teach by blending concepts relating to electrical theory and principles with practical 'how to' information that prepares you for situations commonly encountered on the job. Topics span all the major aspects of the electrical field including atomic structure and basic electricity, direct and alternating current, basic circuit theory, three-phase circuits, single phase, transformers, generators, and motors. This revision retains all the hallmarks of our market-leading prior editions and includes enhancements such as updates to the 2011 NEC, a new chapter on industry orientation, and new coverage of constant-current transformers and fuel cells as well as tips on energy efficiency throughout the text



Electricity 4: AC/DC Motors, Controls, and Maintenance

Walter N. Alerich and Jeff Keljik, "Electricity 4: AC/DC Motors, Controls, and Maintenance" 
English | ISBN: 1435400313 | 2008 | 360 pages | PDF | 6,7 MB

Obtain quick and easy access to information on DC and AC motors, various types of manual, magnetic, and electronic controls, and the installation and maintenance functions of each. Updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code and featuring safety references to the most current OSHA Safe Work policies, Electricity 4: AC/DC Motors, Controls, and Maintenance, 9th Edition provides practical, hands-on information to get the electrical system operating as well as the theory of "why" the system works to aid in troubleshooting. The Ninth Edition features material on Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and newer controls for servo and small motors. Current practices and equipment have also been added to the Maintenance section to better enable readers to troubleshoot motors and control problems.


Electricity 3: Power Generation and Delivery, 9th edition

Walter N. Alerich, "Electricity 3: Power Generation and Delivery, 9th edition" 
English | ISBN: 1435400291 | 2008 | 264 pages | PDF | 6,3 MB

Designed for both novice and practicing electrical workers, Electricity 3: Power Generation and Delivery, 9th Edition, explores various types of generators and the delivery of single phase and three-phase power to the customer site. The ninth edition is updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code and includes safety features from the power supply industry and current OSHA standards where applicable. This updated edition also features all-new coverage of generator maintenance and troubleshooting and expanded coverage of transfer switches, transformers, and connections. With a continued focus on the "hows" and "whys" of electrical system operation, readers will gain a solid understanding that goes beyond what to do in an electrical problem to why various electrical procedures are important.


Electricity 2: Devices, Circuits and Materials, 9th edition

Thomas Kubala, "Electricity 2: Devices, Circuits and Materials, 9th edition" 
English | ISBN: 1435400690 | 2008 | 156 pages | PDF | 2,1 MB

Electricity 2: Devices, Circuits and Materials, 9th Edition acquaints newcomers to the field with various types of alternating current circuits, while developing a solid understanding of the concepts of power, power factor, and power factor correction. This book, completely updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code, explores alternating current principles and concepts of inductive reactance, capacitive reactance, and impedance. Sample problems and solutions at the end of each unit provide a direct route to understanding as readers apply key electrical principles in realistic troubleshooting situations


Electricity 1: Devices, Circuits & Materials, 9 edition

Thomas S. Kubala, "Electricity 1: Devices, Circuits & Materials, 9 edition" 
D,.,ar C.,.ge L...ng | 2008 | ISBN: 1435400720 | 182 pages | PDF | 3,2 MB

Designed to give readers the "building blocks" of electricity concepts, the sequence of topics and practical applications in this book will provide a solid foundation in electron theory and movement, direct-current series circuits, parallel circuits, series-parallel circuits, voltage line drops, rotating machinery fundamentals, and more! Electricity 1: Devices, Circuits and Materials, 9th Edition follows the same user-friendly approach that made previous editions so effective, while incorporating updates based on the 2008 National Electrical Code. Featuring current industry terminology, photographs of commonly used electrical equipment, and sample problems with solutions, this is an ideal choice for a first course in basic electricity, house wiring, or commercial installations.


Basics of Environmental Science

Michael Allaby, "Basics of Environmental Science" 
ISBN: 041521176X | edition 2000 | PDF | 340 pages | 13,7 mb

The new edition of this popular student text offers an engaging introduction to environmental study. It covers the entire breadth of the environmental sciences, providing concise, non-technical explanations of physical processes and systems and the effects of human activities.



Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer

Anthony F. Mills, "Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer" 
ISBN: 9788122426427 | edition 2006 | PDF | 729 pages | 12,5 mb

In addition to introducing readers to the field of aerospace propulsion, this text demonstrates the application of compressible flow theory to various propulsion devices.


Advanced Gas Chromatography

Mustafa Ali Mohd, "Advanced Gas Chromatography - Progress in Agricultural, Biomedical and Industrial Applications"
Publisher: I//ech | ISBN: 9535102984 | 2012 | PDF | 460 pages | 20 MB

Progress in agricultural, biomedical and industrial applications' is a compilation of recent advances and developments in gas chromatography and its applications. The chapters cover various aspects of applications ranging from basic biological, biomedical applications to industrial applications. Book chapters analyze new developments in chromatographic columns, microextraction techniques, derivatisation techniques and pyrolysis techniques. The book also includes several aspects of basic chromatography techniques and is suitable for both young and advanced chromatographers. It includes some new developments in chromatography such as multidimensional chromatography, inverse chromatography and some discussions on two-dimensional chromatography. The topics covered include analysis of volatiles, toxicants, indoor air, petroleum hydrocarbons, organometallic compounds and natural products. The chapters were written by experts from various fields and clearly assisted by simple diagrams and tables. This book is highly recommended for chemists as well as non-chemists working in gas chromatography.




Computational Fluid Dynamics for Engineers

Bengt Andersson, Ronnie Andersson, Love Hakansson, Mikael Mortensen, Rahman Sudiyo, Berend van Wachem, "Computational Fluid Dynamics for Engineers"
Publisher: C/.U./P | ISBN: 1107018951 | 2012 | PDF | 202 pages | 3 MB

Computational fluid dynamics, CFD, has become an indispensable tool for many engineers. This book gives an introduction to CFD simulations of turbulence, mixing, reaction, combustion and multiphase flows. The emphasis on understanding the physics of these flows helps the engineer to select appropriate models to obtain reliable simulations. Besides presenting the equations involved, the basics and limitations of the models are explained and discussed. The book combined with tutorials, project and power-point lecture notes (all available for download) forms a complete course. The reader is given hands-on experience of drawing, meshing and simulation. The tutorials cover flow and reactions inside a porous catalyst, combustion in turbulent non-premixed flow, and multiphase simulation of evaporation spray respectively. The project deals with design of an industrial-scale selective catalytic reduction process and allows the reader to explore various design improvements and apply best practice guidelines in the CFD simulations.


Distillation - Advances from Modeling to Applications

Sina Zereshki, "Distillation - Advances from Modeling to Applications"
Publisher: .nT//h | ISBN: 9535104285 | 2012 | PDF | 282 pages | 10 MB

Distillation modeling and several applications mostly in food processing field are discussed under three sections in the present book. The provided modeling chapters aimed both the thermodynamic mathematical fundamentals and the simulation of distillation process. The practical experiences and case studies involve mainly the food and beverage industry and odor and aroma extraction. This book could certainly give the interested researchers in distillation field a useful insight.

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Tuesday, 20 March 2012

Improving Your Memory (DK Essential Managers)

David St. John Thomas, "Improving Your Memory (DK Essential Managers)" 
DK ADULT | 2007 | ISBN: 0756634172 | 72 pages | PDF | 5,1 MB

Learn how to train your memory, enhance your mental abilities, and keep your mind agile and alert. This book's expert tips, clear text, and hard- working illustrations will show you how to improve your concentration, organize your thoughts, and retain and recall information quickly and accurately to make your memory work for you both in personal and professional situations. 


Monday, 19 March 2012

Positive Thinking (Essential Managers)

Susan Quilliam, "Positive Thinking (Essential Managers)" 
D.rling K.ndersley | 2008 | ISBN: 1405328363 | 72 pages | PDF | 5,2 MB


Find out how to be positive, optimistic and live a confident and fulfilled life following expert tips, techniques and checklists. Make sure the glass is always half-full as you learn to think positively both in personal and professional situations. Find out how to handle fear, anger and disappointment by assessing thinking patterns and changing negative perceptions and improve your life. Explore different options for making positive changes and put them into action with the aid of helpful flow charts, diagrams and useful examples. Follow as a complete course, or dip in and out of topics for quick reference. Life-enhancing tips in a handy pocket-sized format - take it wherever life takes you!


Sunday, 18 March 2012

Presenting (DK Essential Managers)

Presenting (DK Essential Managers)
DK ADULT | 2008 | ISBN: 0756637066 | 72 pages | PDF | 8 MB

An update of one of the key Essential Managers titles, Presenting gives you the tricks of the trade to make presentations with confidence. Part of the best-selling Essential Managers series, this book will carry the same livery on the jacket, but will have new text and a completely modern, updated design.



Corrosion and Corrosion Control

Corrosion and Corrosion Control 
Publisher: Wiley-Interscience | Pages: 490 | 2008-03-21 | ISBN 0471732796 | PDF | 3 MB

The classic book on corrosion science and engineering-now in a valuable new edition

The ability to prevent failures by managing corrosion is one of the main global challengesof the twenty-first century. However, most practicing engineers and technologists have only a basic understanding of how they can actively participate in this urgent economic and environmental issue. Now, students and professionals can turn to this newly revised edition of the trusted Corrosion and Corrosion Control for coverage of the latest developments in the field, including advances in knowledge, new alloys for corrosion control, and industry developments in response to public demand.

This Fourth Edition presents an updated overview of the essential aspects of corrosion science and engineering that underpin the tools and technologies used for managing corrosion, enhancing reliability, and preventing failures. Although the basic organization of the book remains unchanged from the previous edition, this new update includes:

An introduction to new topics, including the element of risk management in corrosion engineering and new advanced alloys for controlling corrosion

Expanded discussions on electrochemical polarization, predicting corrosion using thermodynamics, steel reinforcements in concrete, and applications of corrosion control technologies in automotive, nuclear, and other industries

A stronger emphasis on environmental concerns and regulations in the context of their impact on corrosion engineering


Electrochemistry and Corrosion Science

Electrochemistry and Corrosion Science  by Nestor Perez
Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (April 30, 2004) | ISBN: 1402077440 | Pages: 376 | PDF | 22.66 MB

Electrochemistry and Corrosion Science is a graduate level text/professional reference that describes the types of corrosion on metallic materials. The focus will be on modeling and engineering approximation schemes that describe the thermodynamics and kinetics of electrochemical systems. The principles of corrosion behavior and metal recovery are succinctly described with the aid of pictures, figures, graphs and schematic models, followed by derivation of equations to quantify relevant parameters.

Example problems are included to illustrate the application of electrochemical concepts and mathematics for solving complex corrosion problems. This book differs from others in that the subject matter is organized around the modeling and predicating approaches that are used to determine detrimental and beneficial electrochemical events. Thus, this book will take a more practical approach and make it especially useful as a basic text and reference for professional engineers.


Saturday, 17 March 2012

The Nalco Water Handbook

Daniel Flynn, "The Nalco Water Handbook"
English | 2009-07-22 | ISBN: 0071548831 | 1280 pages | PDF | 29.4 mb

The Landmark Water Use and Conditioning Resource--Fully Updated for the Twenty-First Century

Developed by the world's leading integrated water treatment and process improvement company, The Nalco Water Handbook, Third Edition provides comprehensive guidance on the use and conditioning of water and wastewater in any industrial or institutional facility. Reflecting major advances in technology and the latest regulatory requirements, this thoroughly revised classic covers basic water chemistry and explains how to improve water quality, minimize water usage, and implement more efficient treatment processes. 

The Third Edition features new information on wastewater, cooling systems, microbiological control, energy conservation, environmental hygiene, and steam generation problems and prevention. Every essential water treatment topic is covered in this authoritative volume, including:

- The chemistry of water
- Water sources
- Contaminants
- Impurity removal
- Steam generation
- Energy in water systems
- Wastewater discharge 
- Industrial and municipal use of water



"Energy Efficiency - A Bridge to Low Carbon Economy

"Energy Efficiency - A Bridge to Low Carbon Economy" ed. by Zoran Morvaj
InTeO | 2012 | ISBN: 9535103400 9789535103400 | 355 pages | PDF | 16 MB

This book aims to contribute to an increasing policy debate on transition from fossil fuel based economies toward new low carbon bio-age. The book has 4 sections: Policy issues; Energy efficiency on demand side; Energy efficiency in buildings; Energy efficiency on supply side


The NALCO Guide to Boiler Failure Analysis

The NALCO Guide to Boiler Failure Analysis: Robert D. Port Harvey M. Herro 
McGraw-Hill | ISBN: 0070458731 | 1991 | PDF (OCR) | 293 pages | 10.31 Mb

This book illustrates & explains virtually all common failure modes which adversely affect boiler reliability. Each failure mode is well illustrated with case histories. The corrective steps necessary to reduce or eliminate each failure type, as well as precautionary notes, are provided. The book is a comprehensive, authoritative field guide for the identification & elimination of boiler failures. Boilers of virtually all pressures & many construction designs are presented.

Table of Contents
Water-Formed and Steam-Formed Deposits. Long-Term Overheating. Short-Term Overheating. Caustic Corrosion. Chelate Corrosion. Low pH Corrosion During Service. Low pH Corrosion During Acid Cleaning. Oxygen Corrosion. Fire-Side Corrosion. Oil Ash Corrosion. Coal Ash Corrosion. Waterfall Corrosion. Cold End Corrosion. Dewpoint Corrosion. Hydrogen Damage. Corrosion Fatigue Cracking. Stress Corrosion Cracking. Erosion. Cavitation. Forming Defects. Welding Defects. Material Deficiency. Graphitic Corrosion. De alloying.







Work Life: Manage Your Time (Essential Managers)

Work Life: Manage Your Time (Essential Managers) 
Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd | August 31 2006 | 120 pages | English | ISBN : 1405312882,1405312882 | PDF | MB

This books represents the how to manage our work time..


Essential Managers:Leadership

Christina Osborne, "Leadership (Essential Managers)" 
Dorling Kindersley | 2008 | ISBN: 1405331569 | 76 pages | PDF | 1,5 MB

A practical pocket-sized guide to leadership which will give you the information and skills to succeed Find out how to improve your leadership skills by establishing a vision, inspiring others and championing high performance. You’ll learn to focus your energy, build relationships and develop strategies. Tips, dos and don’ts, highlights on key subjects, ‘SOS’ hints on what to do in a particular situation, plus real-life case studies demonstrate key skills, such as communication and achieving results. Read it cover to cover, or dip in and out of topics for quick reference. Handy tips in a pocket-sized format – take it wherever your work takes you.



Creating a Successful CV (Essential Managers)

Simon Howard, "Creating a Successful CV (Essential Managers)" 
D.rling Kind.rsley Publishers | 1999 | ISBN: 075130770X | 72 pages | PDF | 3,4 MB

Understand the role and importance of CVs and learn how to analyze and present your transferable skills. "Creating a Successful CV" will help you to plan and target your career search and develop a CV that will give you the best opportunity of obtaining the job you desire. Its practical techiques show you how to present your skills in the best possible light. This innovative series covers a wide range of management and personal development topics. Each title is a comprehensive yet compact source of easy reference for all those in or aspiring to a position of responsibility with a focus on developing and enhancing professional management practice. 



Essential Managers: Project Management

"Essential Managers: Project Management" by Andy Bruce and Ken Langdon
D K ADULT | 72 pages | English | 2000 | ISBN: 078945971X | PDF | 5,3 MB

Learn about quality control, communication, deadlines, budgeting, and planning risks. From setting out objectives to compiling the close--down report, from choosing priorities to selecting the right team, Project Management shows you how to plan, run, and monitor a project, and explains what to do if things go wrong. It contains a wealth of straightforward, expert advice on scheduling and budgeting, managing and communicating information, planning activities, and developing leadership skills to ensure successful completion of all your projects. The Essential Manager have sold more than 1.9 million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides that slip easily into a briefcase or a portfolio. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self improvement available.



DK Essential Managers: Negotiating

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DK Essential Managers: Innovation

DK Publishing, "DK Essential Managers: Innovation" 
DK Publishing | 2009 | ISBN: 0756655552 | 72 pages | PDF | 2,5 MB

Think outside the box and get results with Essential Managers: Innovation. This book will give you all the tools you'll need to succeed.



DK Essential Managers: Strategic Management

Kevan Williams, "DK Essential Managers: Strategic Management"
D..K A.D..ULT | English | 2009-02-16 | ISBN: 0756648599 | 72 pages | PDF | 1.9 mb

A practical, guide to improving your strategic management skills which will give you the information and skills to succeedFind out how to improve your strategic management skills by learning to set boundaries and test and communicate your strategy. You’ll learn to analyze your position, understand your skills and define your strategy.Tips, dos and don’ts and ‘In focus’ features on what to do in a particular situation, plus real-life case studies demonstrate key skills such as how to plan for change, assess the risks and monitor performance. Read it cover to cover, or dip in and out of topics for quick reference.


Thursday, 15 March 2012

Biogas

"Biogas" ed. by Sunil Kumar
InTeO | 2012 | ISBN: 9535102045 9789535102045 | 417 pages | PDF | 14 MB

This book contains research on the chemistry of each step of biogas generation, along with engineering principles and practices, feasibility of biogas production in processing technologies, especially anaerobic digestion of waste and gas production system, its modeling, kinetics along with other associated aspects, utilization and purification of biogas, economy and energy issues, pipe design for biogas energy, microbiological aspects, phyto-fermentation, biogas plant constructions, assessment of ecological potential, biogas generation from sludge, rheological characterization, etc.