Covering a broad range of topics (curricular matters in geo-engineering education, teaching; learning and assessment in geo-engineering education; challenges in geotechnical engineering education; issues in education and training in Engineering Geology; the link university -professional world in geo-engineering, this book will be invaluable to university teachers, academics and professionals, involved in education and training in geo-engineering sciences.
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Engineering Education
Geotechnical Engineering
Proceedings

Hydrometry presents a thorough introduction to the science of hydrometry: the measurement of flow in open channels. Dealing with both traditional techniques and innovative new methods and instruments, in line with the latest ISO standards, this book deals with the main themes of hydrometry: the measurement of water levels and bed levels, of discharge and of sediment transport; it considers the use of flow measurement structures, hydrological networks and the organization of river surveys.
• UNESCO-IHE Delft Lecture Note Series
Water Science
Water Supply & Treatment
Hydraulic Engineering
Textbook

This classic textbook is the definitive introduction to the thermodynamic behavior of materials systems. Written as a basic text for advanced undergraduates and first year graduate students in metallurgy, metallurgical engineering, ceramics, or materials science, it presents the underlying thermodynamic principles of materials and their plethora of applications. Topics include solid-gas reactions, solution thermodynamics, and free energy formalism. The book presents thorough phase diagrams and an abundance of practical examples supplement the text and enhance comprehension. The book is also of proven interest to working professionals in need of a reference or refresher course.
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Thermodynamics
Mining, Mineral & Petroleum Engineering
Materials Science
Textbook
Undergraduate

A collection of papers on current research and practice concerning economic evaluation and risk analysis, plus a special section on recovery and utilization of coal mine methane, as presented at the International Mining Forum in February 2008 in Cracow, Poland.
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Mining, Mineral & Petroleum Engineering
Tunnelling & Underground Engineering
Engineering Economics
Proceedings
Professional

Taking a practical approach that utilizes many examples and graphs, this volume shows how chromatic analysis is useful for investigating diverse complex systems and for processing large amounts of information about system behavior, from direct physical parameters to holistic system overviews. It presents the origin and methodology of chromaticity, before delving into the various applications of chromatic methods, including electrical plasmas, industrial liquids, broadband interferometry and polarimetry, biological tissues and fluids, the environment, and acoustical and vibration signals. The book includes end-of-chapter summaries, several full-color figures, and various graphical polar plots.
• Series in Sensors
Applied Physics
Optoelectronics
Instrumentation, Measurement & Testing
Reference
Professional

With worked examples and real-world case studies, this text covers the physical and biological background of the subject and addresses the medical situations where radiation is the tool to diagnose or treat human disease. It examines the framework of radiation protection guidelines introduced by the ICRP, discusses the units and tools used in radiation protection, and introduces the concepts of a system of radiation protection in the workplace. The core of the book presents detailed information on the practical applications of radiation protection in the three areas of medicine where radiation is most widely used: radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiotherapy.
• Series in Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering
Radiology
Oncology
Textbook
Undergraduate

This book clearly and concisely explains a range of adaptive and intelligent systems, highlighting their benefits and limitations with realistic medical examples. It illustrates how these systems can be used in all stages of medical treatment. Each chapter presents a family of an intelligent and adaptive system, explains the techniques and algorithms behind these systems, and explores how to solve medical and biomedical problems using intelligent and adaptive systems. The book focuses on the tools of fuzzy logic, artificial neural networks, neuro-fuzzy modeling, adaptive and predictive control, systems and statistical modeling, and image processing.
• Series in Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering
Radiology
Biomedical Engineering
Intelligent Systems
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Professional

With explicit derivations, exercises, and selected solutions, this self-contained, classroom-tested book examines the theoretical aspects of quantum computing and focuses on several candidates of a working quantum computer, evaluating them according to the DiVincenzo criteria. It covers theoretical tools, such as vectors, matrices, quantum gates, and integral and Fourier transforms. The authors discuss how decoherence is an obstacle to the physical realization of a working quantum computer and how quantum error-correcting codes can sometimes overcome this. They also explore applications, including the ion trap quantum computer and the solid state realization of a quantum computer, at the forefront of the field.
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Quantum Mechanics
Computation
Mathematical Physics
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Professional

This book discusses integral groundwater management with scale flow issues and presents methods for defining, preventing, controlling, and mitigating negative environmental impacts related to groundwater. It highlights specific issues such as trans-boundary groundwater flow, groundwater recharge, groundwater mining, and groundwater flow in thick aquifers, and stresses the importance of the sustainable development of groundwater and its social and economic implications. The book will interest groundwater researchers, professionals, and students, providing new insights into the procedures and processes that are influenced by the scale of the groundwater flow system.
• IAH - Selected Papers on Hydrogeology
Water Quality & Pollution
Ground Water
Reference
Postgraduate

Designed to provide a common platform for sharing knowledge and experience, this book presents state of the art developments in the field of groundwater. Recognizing the importance of integrated water resources management, the text covers technical, environmental, legal, economic, and social aspects of groundwater resources management, contamination, and protection. The multidisciplinary flavor of the chapters and the multinational constellation of authors, make the book an authoritative and comprehensive resource for the diverse problems associated with groundwater resources.
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Water Management and Sustainability
Ground Water
Surface Water
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