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This book demonstrates the designs, experimental results and models of the energy harvesting system using piezoelectric smart materials for self-power generation in prosthetics. This book covers energy harvesting, electro-mechanical energy, dynamic analysis, piezoelectric composites, piezoelectric flexible film, macro fibre composites, experimental setup, simulations, converter and rectifier. The effect of the capacitor in the harvester circuit was...
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This fully illustrated volume of road tests, reviews and more from the experts at Car and Driver covers nearly half a century of Porsche excellence.
For decades, the company started by Ferdinand Porsche has produced some of the best sportscars money can buy. The Porsche name has come to stand for automotive power, beauty, and prestige. Car and Driver has chronicled the German brand from its first commercial automobile, the 356 Roadster, to its modern...
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Revolutionize Your Farming: Unleash the Power of Precision Agriculture! Are you tired of traditional farming methods holding you back from maximizing your crop yields? Do you long for sustainable solutions to modern agricultural challenges? Look no further.In "Smart Farming: Harnessing Precision Agriculture for Sustainable Futures," you'll discover groundbreaking strategies to transform your farming operations. From precision irrigation techniques...
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Unlocking the Future of Food: A Revolutionary Dive into Organic Farming and Genetic Innovations In a world fraught with concerns about food sustainability, health, and environmental impact, the quest for a better way to feed ourselves has never been more urgent. Are you tired of the uncertainty surrounding conventional farming practices? Do you crave a deeper understanding of how genetic advancements can shape the future of agriculture? Dive into...
45) Guide to Web 4.0
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Decentralized Marketplaces, Lighting Bitcoin Network, Cryptocurrencies You name it. Welcome to the Guide to web 4.0 , follow along as we curate and categorize the Web. Web 4.0 - The next evolutionary leap in the digital realm. Artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and interconnectedness redefines the way we perceive and interact with the online universe. Challenge your understanding of technology, stimulate your curiosity, and ignite your imagination....
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Unlocking Africa's Agricultural Potential Struggling with declining yields and unpredictable weather patterns? Dive into "Growing Sustainably" for groundbreaking insights into conservation agriculture and climate-smart farming tailored for the African context. Say goodbye to agricultural woes and hello to sustainable growth! About This Book:Learn proven strategies to conserve soil, water, and biodiversity while maximizing crop yields.Discover innovative...
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Longer period in submerged condition has been an important objective of submarines since early days and the propulsion has played a key role. The book catalogs evolution of submarine propulsion and has insights to development of nuclear propulsion by US, USSR, UK, France, China, India, Brazil and Argentina. The Indian experience of developing a land based nuclear propulsion prototype and its nuclear submarine INS Arihant has been described. Experts...
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On a prehistoric shore, a young girl fights to help her tribe survive. She is at home in the ocean, as comfortable in the water as she is on dry land. The child's people have made their homes by the bay for as long as anyone can remember, diving for mussels and any other food the ocean will serve to them. They have no language; they have no names. Although they know love and jealousy and pride, they are not quite human-not yet. This child of the sea...
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Master Thermoplastic Molding Troubleshooting with This Comprehensive GuideThis book provides a comprehensive approach to troubleshooting injection molding processes, helping you identify, analyze, and resolve defects effectively. Learn and gain insights into the key factors affecting part quality and process efficiency. Key Features:Systematic Approach to Troubleshooting: Discover a structured methodology for tackling common and complex injection...
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- Do you want to know the purpose of all the diagrams and elements of BPMN in an easy way?- Do you want a quick reference to the most useful parts of BPMN?- Are you tired of reading books full of boring text (and in small font)? The BPMN Graphic Handbook is the solution to these problems. This book describes all the major BPMN diagram types, what they're used for, and the basic notation involved in creating them. This is a brief book, but for a good...
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For some, driving is an art; for others, it's a science. At the Isaac Newton School of Driving, though, every car is a laboratory on wheels and every drive an exciting journey into the world of physics.
In this book, physics professor Barry Parker-whose father was a car mechanic and garage owner-shows how almost every aspect of driving involves physics. A car's performance and handling relies on concepts such as force, momentum, and energy. Its ignition...
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L'éducation face au défi de l'intelligence artificielle. Comment réinventer l'école à l'ère du numérique ? Le modèle scolaire traditionnel est dépassé !Le système éducatif actuel semble complètement inadapté aux défis du 21ème siècleL'avènement de l'IA et du numérique menace de rendre l'école obsolète✨ LA solution : Repenser l'éducation en profondeur !Réévaluer les finalités et les pratiques de l'enseignementTirer parti...
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Go behind the TV screen to explore what is changing, why it is changing, and why the changes matters
Many proclaimed the "end of television" in the early years of the twenty-first century, as capabilities and features of the boxes that occupied a central space in American living rooms for the preceding fifty years were radically remade. In this revised, second edition of her definitive book, Amanda D. Lotz proves that rumors of the death of television...
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La educación a distancia pretende generar mayores oportunidades de estudio a las personas. El curriculo asume un enmarcamiento más flexible y abierto, superando prescripciones témporo espaciales y distancias psicosociales para afianzar procesos de mutualidad cultural. La irrupción de las TIC propulsó la modalidad en una diáspora de dispositivos multimedia e interacción virtual, aunque los derechos de acceso a la conectividad y a contenidos...
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¿Es la minería un elemento dinamizador de la economía de las naciones, o solamente una actividad guiada por la necesidad del lucro inmediato aun a costa de la salud de la población y de la destrucción del medio ambiente? La investigación que se muestra en este libro demuestra la necesidad de una fuerte intervención ciudadana.
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The little-known true story of a mysterious nuclear reactor disaster-years before Three Mile Island, Chernobyl, or Fukushima.
Before the Three Mile Island incident or the Chernobyl disaster, the world's first nuclear reactor meltdown to claim lives happened on US soil. Chronicled here for the first time is the strange tale of SL-1, an experimental military reactor located in Idaho's Lost River Desert that exploded on the night of January 3, 1961,...
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Welcome to "Unleashing RC Adventures Land, Sea, and Air: Your Guide to Radio-Controlled Models and Their Thrilling Applications!" This manual is your practical guide to the expansive world of radio-controlled (RC) technology. Whether you're an enthusiastic hobbyist looking to enhance your skills or a business-oriented individual exploring the commercial potential of RC models, this manual is designed to be your go-to resource. Explore advanced techniques...
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Aviation automation has been pushed to its limits, with pilots increasingly relying on it. Autopilot, autothrottle, autoland, flight management systems, air data systems, inertial guidance systems. All these systems are only as good as their inputs which, incredibly, can go rogue. Even the automation itself is subject to unpredictable failure.
And what of the pilots? They began flight training with their hands on the throttle and yoke, and feet on...
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Ingenious (and hilarious) projects that aspiring makers will love, brought to you by the tinkerers at Popular Science magazine.
From useful, doable gadgets to outlandish contraptions that you'd likely be wise to avoid, this showcase of ingenuity is an entertaining tribute to the inventive spirit. In this book from the science and technology magazine that's been inspiring everyday people for nearly 150 years, you'll discover:
Geek Toys: Be the life...
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Steam turbines stand as quintessential marvels of engineering, harnessing the power of steam to drive various applications, from electricity generation to industrial processes. Their design intricacies, performance capabilities, and operational efficiency have propelled them to the forefront of power generation technologies worldwide. In the following exploration of steam turbines, we delve into their multifaceted design aspects, highlighting the...
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