das katana, ein symbol der japanischen kultur und kampfkunst, ist nicht nur ein einfaches schwert, sondern ein spiegelbild der geschichte, philosophie und handwerkskunst japans.
With the advent of wavelength routing and dynamic, reconfigurable optical networks, new demands are being made in the design and operation of optical amplifiers.
How does it feel to live and work in the world's most beautiful and luxurious tropical island resort, surrounded by white sandy beaches and aquamarine seas?
The HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) system is still recognised internationally as the most effective way to produce safe food throughout the supply chain, but a HACCP system cannot operate in a vacuum.
Owning and operating a restaurant is one of the most challenging endeavors an entrepreneur can take on--the hours are long and grueling, staff turnover averages 130 percent, and many fail within their first year.
While most other titles on Sun Tzu emphasize the strategic or philosophical nature of Sun Tzus writings, this guide will show readers how to implement The Art of War tactically and operationally.
Nanophotonics is a field of science and technology based on the manipulation of light with equally miniscule structures, in the same way that computer chips are used to route and switch electrical signals.
Learn the NASA Astronaut mindset to solve problems, provide leadership in the face of adversity and never give up when pursuing your wildest ambitions.
A sweeping tour of the infrared universe as seen through the eyes of NASA's Spitzer Space TelescopeAstronomers have been studying the heavens for thousands of years, but until recently much of the cosmos has been invisible to the human eye.
A truly stunning novel of one man's dangerous obsession with immortality, from the BAFTA award-winning creator of Bodyguard and Line of Duty and co-creator of the graphic novel Sleeper.
Professional Chef Level 1 Diploma, 2nd edition follows on from the extremely well received 1st edition and ensures learners have the foundation of theoretical and practical knowledge they need to start a successful career.
The story of unmanned space exploration, from Viking to todayDreams of Other Worlds describes the unmanned space missions that have opened new windows on distant worlds.
An insider's look at the science of near-Earth comets and asteroidsOf all the natural disasters that could befall us, only an Earth impact by a large comet or asteroid has the potential to end civilization in a single blow.
The thrilling quest for subsurface life on Earth and other planetsDeep Life takes readers to uncharted regions deep beneath Earth's crust in search of life in extreme environments and reveals how astonishing new discoveries by geomicrobiologists are helping the quest to find life in the solar system.
A first look at gunpowder's revolutionary impact on China's role in global historyThe Chinese invented gunpowder and began exploring its military uses as early as the 900s, four centuries before the technology passed to the West.
This concise, sophisticated introduction to planetary climates explains the global physical and chemical processes that determine climate on any planet or major planetary satellite--from Mercury to Neptune and even large moons such as Saturn's Titan.
We are starting to see the first real progress in space exploration in the private sector, and there are many jobs becoming available in this fascinating new field.
This engaging, reader-friendly text provides a comprehensive introduction to the cutting-edge technology and trends that are revolutionizing today's automotive industry.
Gain a firm understanding of image processing as you cover the major topics of the field using a balanced approach that progresses from simple explanations to more detailed descriptions within IMAGE PROCESSING AND ANALYSIS.
Como resultado de una investigación llevada a cabo por el Grupo Percepción y Sistemas Inteligentes (PSI) de la Universidad del Valle, este libro presenta una metodología para la evaluación y seguimiento de proyectos en el ámbito de las redes inteligentes (Smart Grids).
SPACECRAFT RELIABILITY AND MULTI-STATE FAILURES ]SPACECRAFT RELIABILITY AND MULTI-STATE FAILURES A STATISTICAL APPROACH The aerospace community has long recognized and repeatedly emphasizes the importance of reliability for space systems.
Fourier Methods in Imaging introduces the mathematical tools for modeling linear imaging systems to predict the action of the system or for solving for the input.
