Other technologies and applied sciences

Mechanised shield tunnelling has developed considerably since the publication of the first edition of this book.

Mechanised shield tunnelling has developed considerably since the publication of the first edition of this book.

Die Zukunft der Menschheit entscheidet sich im Weltall – – und zwischen zwei Frauen, von denen eine ein tödliches Geheimnis bewahrtIn einer nahen Zukunft steht die Erde kurz vor dem endgültigen Kollaps.

Als Nachtportier in einem Luxushotel ist Chris Hartmann nichts Menschliches mehr fremd.

Michael Kuhr ist Bodyguard und kümmert sich mit seinen rund 50 Mitarbeitern um die Sicherheit von Prominenten, einflussreichen Geschäftsleuten und Veranstaltungen.

Träume sind unendlichDie USA fiebern dem Start des Spaceshuttles Challenger entgegen.

Auf der ganzen Welt, in Gdansk, Hamburg, Amsterdam, Brest oder New York zum Beispiel, finden maritime Feste statt, die sich bei einem Millionenpublikum großer Beliebtheit erfreuen.

The African Union and some organisations such as NEPAD have developed policies for the development of Africa to date.

Fernab seines schützenden und rauen Elements, des Wassers, sucht Maqroll in den Schluchten der kolumbianischen Anden nach seinem Glück.

';If you are curious about life as a sommelier, this charming book makes an easy, nutritious appetizer.

An illuminating guide to a career as a baker, written by acclaimed journalist Glynnis MacNicol and based on the real-life experiences of an expert in the fieldessential reading for someone considering a path to this challenging, yet rewarding profession.

Based on the real-life experiences of an expert in the field, an immersive, accessible guide to a career in hairstyling brought to life by acclaimed writer Kate Bolickessential reading for anyone interested in this creative and dynamic profession.

Award-winning journalist and food writer Patric Kuh explores the restaurant industrybased on the experiences of Lien Ta and Jonathan Whitener's Here's Looking at You restaurant in Los Angelesand reveals essential details for anyone considering a path to this risky profession.

Learn the ancient craft of making artisan pots, from clay preparation and drying to glazing and firing.

Having shown us how to master monsters in Edward's Crochet Imaginarium and capture our friends and family in Edward's Crochet Doll Emporium, Kerry Lord is back with patterns for everyone's favourite pups in her new book Edward's Menagerie: Dogs.

With this guide to mending and patching, you don't have to say goodbye to your worn favourite clothes.

This book will guide you through creating your own liquid and bar soap.

'Bite-sized, cutting edge science delivered with enormous enthusiasm - all you need to travel the cosmos' CHRIS LINTOTT 'A lot of astrophysics is packed into this neat little book .

SHORT LISTED FOR THE ACKERLEY PRIZE FOR AUTOBIOGRAPHY ***'This astonishing book describes a cruel, feral existence and is worthy of standing on the shelf next to George Orwell's Down And Out In Paris And London (1933) as another classic about human exploitation.

Authoritative reference guide, using the documents in which arms and armour first appeared to explain and define them.

A lucid, unexpected look at how the drone imports its bloodied legacy into contemporary art and everyday life.

Why was the mission to the Moon named after the God of the Sun, and not after a Moon Goddess or God?

Did you know your irises are lying to you and all human eyes are actually brown?

From the award-winning, bestselling German science author Stefan Klein An original way into the most thought-provoking scientific theories and ideas, On The Edge of Infinity is the perfect read for those curious about the workings of the universe.

'To say this series is "e;empowering"e; doesn't do it justice.

'Once you start reading this utterly fascinating book it is nigh impossible to put it down .

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In an age where anthrax can be produced in a garage and multilateral agreements among nations seem ever harder to reach, the threat of biowarfare could rapidly spiral out of control.

What happens when you vomit during a space walk?

President Donald Trump signed the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Transition Authorization Act of 2017, the first comprehensive NASA authorization act passed in seven years by Congress, authorizing $19.

Neptune is a pretty cool planet to study because it's fascinating how we can still see images of it eve when it's so far away.

Maritime Unmanned recounts the promising beginning, demoralizing setbacks, and ultimate success of the visionaries who championed unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology for the U.

From the winner of the Royal Society Science Book Prize, a thrilling and thought-provoking account of the rise and fall of humankind.

What you eat begins at the store.

In the 1970s and 80s, the brewing industry shifted was from large corporate suppliers to smaller, independent microbrewers, typified by producers such as the Boston Beer Company and Sierra Nevada Brewing Company.

Durchau zu bezeichnen, darf der Autor im Rahmen der entsprechenden Buchreihe zum wohl kuriosesten Verwaltungsakt aller Zeiten das bereits mehrfach erörterte Geschäftskonzept aus dem Bereich Gastronomie vorlegen.

A fascinating look at the history and development of the revolver.

The history of the sword, the author writes in his introduction, is the history of humanity.

Here in one comprehensive source are all the age-old instructions for correctly mounting all kinds of game, from birds and deer to fish and beyond.

In addition, it covers cutting-edge tech that will soon be employed by our soldiers: missiles, small arms, biological detection systems, rockets, reconnaissance systems, radios, planes, bows and arrows (believe it or not).

From the Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasures to the XM320 grenade launcher, this comprehensive guide profiles nearly every weapon currently in use by the U.

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Military demolitions are the destruction by fire, water, explosive, and mechanical means of areas, structures, facilities, or materials to accomplish a military objective.

This handbook reveals the techniques and tactics that make the U.

The Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) has sent U.

Carl von Clausewitzs theories of war have influenced generations of military leaders and policy makers throughout the Western world.

Only an experienced blacksmith with genuine care for his craft and the livelihood of all blacksmiths could produce such a wonderful guide.