Foundations of Differentiable Manifolds & Lie Groups gives a clear detailed & careful development of the basic facts on manifold theory & Lie Groups Coverage

Includes:: differentiable manifolds tensors & differentiable forms Lie groups & homogenous spaces & integration on manifolds The book also provides a proof of the de Rham theorem via sheaf cohomology theory & develops the local theory of elliptic operators culminating in a proof of the Hodge theorem

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Now in full colour the third edition of this well established book provides a readable & highly illustrated overview of the aspects of geology that are most significant to civil engineers Sections in the book include those devoted to the main rock types weathering ground investigation rock mass strength failures of old mines subsidence on peats & clays sinkholes on limestone & chalk water in landslides slope stabilization & understanding ground conditions The roles of both natural & man-induced processes are assessed & this understanding is developed into an appreciation of the geological environments potentially hazardous to civil engineering & construction projects For each style of difficult ground available techniques of site investigation & remediation are reviewed & evaluated Each topic is presented as a double page spread with a careful mix of text & diagrams with tabulated reference material on parameters such as bearing strength of soils & rocks This new edition has been comprehensively updated & covers the entire spectrum of topics of interest for both students & practitioners in the field of civil engineering ...

The unique design problems which helicopters produce are many & complex Through practical examples & illustrated case studies supported by all the relevant theory this primer text provides an accessible introduction which guides the reader through the theory design construction & operation of helicopters Fundamental performance & control equations are developed from which the book explores the rotor aerodynamic & dynamic characteristics of helicopters Example calculations & performance predictions reflecting current practice show how to assess the feasibility of a design ...

This manual lymph drainage guide covers the anatomy physiology & pathophysiology of the lymphatic system providing key background information necessary for effective treatment Chapters are structured according to anatomic regions focusing on the lymphatic knots & their tributary regions in the throat armpit trunk & groin Photographs illustrate the lymphatic knots & lymphatic courses which are drawn on the human body & provide a clear picture of the structures to be treated Designated points are numbered to illustrate the progression of treatment in each region Also

Includes:: coverage of complete decongestive therapy (CDT) Explains procedures in a detailed step-by-step format Features a helpful chart of lymph node groups & their tributary regions that outlines each lymph node as it pertains to a specific anatomical region Key information is summarized in the margins making it easier for readers to review what they've read & focus on important topics Self-test questions provide an excellent means for readers to assess their comprehension & review key material in the book These questions are also helpful in preparing for exams Two-color illustrations help the reader visualize & learn theoretical aspects of this therapy The text has been completely updated to reflect the latest techniques in lymph drainage therapy Coverage of individual treatment strokes & stroke sequences have been updated with more comprehensive descriptions & detailed photos that illustrate proper hand placement pressure & movement Expanded coverage of complete decongestive therapy including a CDT survey
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Authored by an acclaimed teacher of quantum physics & philosophy this textbook pays special attention to the aspects that many courses sweep under the carpet Traditional courses in quantum mechanics teach students how to use the quantum formalism to make calculations But even the best students
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- emerge rather confused about what exactly the theory says is going on physically in microscopic systems This supplementary textbook is designed to help such students understand that they are not alone in their confusions (luminaries such as Albert Einstein Erwin Schroedinger & John Stewart Bell having shared them) to sharpen their understanding of the most important difficulties associated with interpreting quantum theory in a realistic manner & to introduce them to the most promising attempts to formulate the theory in a way that is physically clear & coherent The text is accessible to students with at least one semester of prior exposure to quantum (or modern) physics &

Includes:: over a hundred engaging end-of-chapter Projects that make the book suitable for either a traditional classroom or for self-study



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This comprehensive & engaging textbook introduces the basic principles & techniques of signal processing from the fundamental ideas of signals & systems theory to real-world applications Students are introduced to the powerful foundations of modern signal processing including the basic geometry of Hilbert space the mathematics of Fourier transforms & essentials of sampling interpolation approximation & compression The authors discuss real-world issues & hurdles to using these tools & ways of adapting them to overcome problems of finiteness & localization the limitations of uncertainty & computational costs It

Includes:: over 160 homework problems & over 220 worked examples specifically designed to test & expand students' understanding of the fundamentals of signal processing & is accompanied by extensive online materials designed to aid learning including Mathematica (R) resources & interactive demonstrations

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Now in its third edition Foundations of Software Testing ISTQB Certification is the essential guide to software testing & to the ISTQB Foundation qualification Completely updated to comprehensively reflect the most recent changes to the ISTQB Foundation Syllabus the book adopts a practical hands-on approach covering the fundamental topics that every system & software tester should know The authors are themselves developers of the ISTQB syllabus & are highly respected international authorities teachers & authors within the field of software testing ...

This is the bestselling text in sport & exercise psychology As the leading text in sport & exercise psychology Foundations of Sport & Exercise Psychology provides a thorough introduction to key concepts in the field & draws connections between research & practice & captures the dynamism of sport & exercise In-depth learning aids have been refreshed including chapter objectives & summaries sidebars key terms key points anecdotes & discussion questions to help students think more critically about applying the material The updated web study guide serves as an important learning tool & guides students into completing the related activities for each chapter & apply knowledge gained To help lecturers instructor ancillaries have also been updated & expanded & are now supplemented with an image bank gradable chapter quizzes & instructor videos ...

Foundations of Strategy second edition is a concise text aimed at both undergraduate & Masters students Written in an accessible style with the needs of these students in mind the latest edition has a clear comprehensive approach underlined by sound theoretical depth The content has been fully revised & updated to reflect recent developments in the business environment & strategy research Features of the text include 10 chapters covering all the topics in a typical one-semester course Concise & integrated treatment of strategy implementation focusing on strategy in practice Integration of the not-for-profit sector Opening & closing chapter case studies covering a range of real-world global examples Featured Example & Case Insight boxes throughout chapters to give an additional dimension to the subject matter An extensive range of learning & teaching materials accompany this text including instructor manual case teaching notes test bank & Power Point slides for instructors Resources for students include self-test quizzes & glossary flashcards to check understanding Access the full resources online at wwwfoundationsofstrategycom ...

Founding Fathers is a boardcard game for 2-5 players by Jason Mathews & Christian Leonhard the designers of 1960 In Founding Fathers players seek to be the man remembered for the creation of the United States constitution via skillful play of state delegations debate & the personalities of the attending delegates Each delegate has his own special power as well as a factional alliance--federalist anti-federalist etc ...