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CO2 Capture

technologies to Reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions

Fabrice LeComte, Paul Broutin and etienne Lebas

Where, how and at what price can CO2 be captured? this book attempts to provide the answers to these questions reviewing the state of the art of the technologies required.

editions technip, August 2010

PB 9782710809487€ 25.00

Corrosion and Degradation of Metallic Materials

understanding of the Phenomena and Applications in Petroleum and Process industries

François Ropital

this book is intended for engineers and technicians and for science and process engineering students wanting to understand the mechanisms involved in the corrosion of metallic materials, its prevention and treatment.

editions technip, March 2010

hB 9782710809449€ 65.00

Evolution

the Molecular Landscape

edited by Bruce stillman, David stewart and Jan Witkowski

this volume reviews the latest advances in evolution research. topics include the appearance of the first genetic material, the origins of cellular life, evolution and development, selection and adaptation, and genome evolution.

Cold spring harbor Laboratory Press, July 2010

hB 9780879698706£214.00

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Cold spring harbor symposia on Quantitative Biology

Imaging in Developmental Biology

A Laboratory Manual

edited by James sharpe and Rachel Wong

new imaging technologies have revolutionized developmental biology. Researchers can now visualize dynamic form and function throughout the entire developmental process. this manual describes live imaging techniques for a variety of standard model organisms.

Cold spring harbor Laboratory Press, December 2010

hB 9780879699390£166.00

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Renewable Energy

4 Vol. set

edited by Bent sørensen

this set of thousands of key writings covers all the main renewable technologies, the fundamental principles by which they function, and the issues around their deployment.

earthscan Publications, november 2010

hB 9781844078677

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Imaging

A Laboratory Manual

edited by Rafael Yuste

imaging has rapidly become tremendously valuable in nearly every field of biological research. this manual, the cornerstone of a new series, is designed as an essential guide to a wide array of visualization techniques.

Cold spring harbor Laboratory Press, October 2010

hB 9780879699352£166.00

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Drosophila Neurobiology

A Laboratory Manual

edited by Bing Zhang, Marc R. Freeman and scott Waddell

this manual offers detailed protocols for researchers using Drosophila for investigating the nervous system. it covers analysis of neural development, recording and imaging activities in the nervous system, and analysis of behaviour.

Cold spring harbor Laboratory Press, May 2010

hB 9780879699048£172.00

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Heavy Oils

Production and upgrading

Alain-Yves huc

the voluntarily wide scope of this volume encompasses the geology, the production, the transportation, the upgrading, the economics and the environmental issues of heavy oils.

editions technip, september 2010

hB 9782710808909€ 100.00

Advanced Industrial Control Technology

Peng Zhang

A solid grounding is provided in traditional control techniques, followed by detailed examination of modern control techniques such as real-time, distributed, robotic, embedded, computer and wireless control technologies. in addition to working principles and operation mechanisms, this book emphasises the practical issues of components, devices and hardware circuits.

elsevier science & technology, september 2010

hB 9781437778076£170.00

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The Oil & Gas Engineering Guide

hervé Baron

this book gives the reader an overview of how oil & gas facilities are engineered. it covers their entire design cycle, from the high level functional duty to the detailed design.

editions technip, April 2010

hB 9782710809456€ 55.00

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Coal and Peat Fires

A Global Perspective

Volume 1: Coal-Geology and Combustion

edited by Glenn B stracher, Anupma Prakash and ellina V. sokol

A compelling collection of research conducted by scientists and engineers around the world. the first of four volumes in the collection, ‘Coal - Geology and Combustion’ features case studies on a country by country basis, with coverage of prehistoric and historic coal fires and their implications.

elsevier science & technology, August 2010

hB 9780444528582£170.00

Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Turbomachinery

6th ed.

s.L. Dixon and C.A. hall

includes new design studies of several turbomachines, applying the theories developed in the book along with new photos added, to better illustrate the topics presented.

Butterworth-heinemann / elsevier science & technology, April 2010

hB 9781856177931£39.99

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Materials

engineering, science, Processing and Design

2nd ed.

Michael Ashby, hugh shercliff and David Cebon

this is the ultimate materials engineering text and resource for students developing skills and understanding of materials properties and selection for engineering applications.

Butterworth-heinemann / elsevier science & technology, november 2009

hB 9781856178952£39.99

Handbook of Heterocyclic Chemistry

3rd ed.

Alan R. Katritzky et al.

Written by leading scholars and industry experts, the ‘handbook of heterocyclic Chemistry’ contains more than 1500 clearly drawn structures and reactions. the highly systematic coverage given to the subject makes this one of the most authoritative single-volume accounts of modern heterocyclic chemistry available.

elsevier science & technology, August 2010

PB 9780080958439£72.99

Materials Selection in Mechanical Design

4th ed.

Michael F. Ashby

includes significant revisions of chapters on engineering materials, processes and process selection, selection of material and shape, hybrid materials and the environment, while retaining the book’s hallmark structure and subject content.

Butterworth-heinemann / elsevier science & technology, september 2010

hB 9781856176637£35.99

Orbital Mechanics for Engineering Students

2nd ed.

howard Curtis

Fully supported by the analytical features and computer based tools required by today’s students, it also includes a substantial number of worked examples, accompanying figures, and end of chapter exercises.

Butterworth-heinemann / elsevier science & technology, December 2010

hB 9780123747785£60.99

Piping and Pipeline Calculations Manual

Construction, Design, Fabrication and examination

Philip ellenberger

the focus of the book is to enhance participants’ understanding and application of the spirit of the code or standard and form a plan for compliance.

Butterworth-heinemann / elsevier science & technology, March 2010

PB 9781856176934£60.99

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Progress in Heterocyclic Chemistry

edited by Gordon W Gribble and John A. Joule

‘Progress in heterocyclic Chemistry’ (PhC) is an annual review series commissioned by the international society of heterocyclic Chemistry (ishC), containing both highlights of the previous year’s literature on heterocyclic chemistry and articles on emerging topics of interest.

elsevier science & technology, september 2010

hB 9780080966854£110.00

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Semi-Active Suspension Control Design for Vehicles

sergio savaresi et al.

Appropriate as a tutorial for students in automotive systems, an application-oriented reference for engineers and a control design-oriented text for researchers that introduces semi-active suspension theory and practice.

Butterworth-heinemann / elsevier science & technology, August 2010

hB 9780080966786£49.99

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Up and Running with AutoCAD 2011

2D and 3D Drawing and Modeling

elliot Gindis

explains “why” something is done, not just “how”: the theory behind each concept or command is discussed prior to engaging AutoCAD, so the student has a clear idea of what they are attempting to do.

Academic Press / elsevier science & technology, september 2010

PB 9780123757173£48.99

Up and Running with Autodesk Inventor Simulation 2011

A step-by-step Guide to engineering Design solutions

2nd ed.

Wasim Younis

this book is the perfect resource for professionals and students in any design and manufacturing field. With clear guidance and real-world tutorials, its step-by-step approach will help users of all skill levels become simulation experts.

Butterworth-heinemann / elsevier science & technology, April 2010

PB 9780123821027£54.99

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Energy Production and Storage

inorganic Chemical strategies for a Warming World

Robert h. Crabtree

new from the eiC Books series, this title covers a wide range of topics from a subject that is of vital importance in the modern world - energy production and storage.

John Wiley & sons, september 2010

hB 9780470749869£115.00

Dynamics of Structures

Patrick Paultre

Applying mechanical engineering principles to structures of all sizes, this title examines the effects of loads, impacts, and earthquakes on materials comprising buildings, bridges, tunnels, and more.

John Wiley & sons, september 2010

hB 9781848210639£127.00

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Asset Management

Whole-life Management of Physical Assets

edited by Chris Lloyd

the first book of its kind, ‘Asset Management’ offers comprehensive and accessible coverage of all the major aspects of the subject, providing an invaluable reference to those working in or learning about asset-intensive industries.

iCe Publishing, February 2010

PB 9780727736536£45.00

ICE Manual of Health and Safety in Construction

edited by Ciaran McAleenan and David Oloke

‘iCe Manual of health and safety in Construction’ provides invaluable practical guidance on how hazards can be removed, controlled or managed, from the initial design and planning stages, through construction, to asset maintenance and eventual demolition, to help maintain the safety and health of workers and others involved in or affected by construction projects.

iCe Publishing, June 2010

hB 9780727740564£80.00

ICE Manual of Highway Design and Management

edited by ian Walsh

A one-stop reference for all practicing engineers working in the field of highway engineering covering each of the key aspects of highway engineering projects as well as the management and maintenance of existing highways assets.

iCe Publishing, December 2010

hB 9780727741110£150.00

Rock Engineering

Arild Palmström and hakan stille

the first book to focus on risk and uncertainty, ‘Rock engineering’ explains the geological principles and concepts required for successful geotechnical design and engineering of underground excavations.

iCe Publishing, July 2010

hB 9780727740830£65.00

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Structural Analysis with Finite Elements

Paolo Rugarli

‘structural Analysis with Finite elements’ reveals the theory behind the finite element (Fe) method as it relates to structural engineering and explains how to overcome commonly encountered problems and errors found in everyday structural modelling with finite element software.

iCe Publishing, June 2010

hB 9780727740939£40.00

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Handbook of Photovoltaic Science and Engineering

2nd ed.

Edited by Antonio Luque and Steven Hegedus

This work is updated to reflect the significant growth that has occurred in the industry and addresses new developments in processing, cell and module design, efficiencies and greenhouse initiatives.

John Wiley & Sons, December 2010

HB 9780470721698£195.00

Roger PenroseCollected Works

6 Vol. Set

Spanning fifty years of science, this collection brings together the works of one of the most eminent mathematicians of the 20th Century , Professor Roger Penrose.

Oxford University Press, October 2010

HB 9780199219445

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Theory of Applied Robotics

Kinematics, Dynamics and Control

2nd ed.

Reza N. Jazar

Students, researchers, and practicing engineers alike will appreciate this user-friendly presentation of a wealth of robotics topics, most notably orientation, velocity, and forward kinematics.

Springer, July 2010

HB 9781441917492£69.00

Springer Engineering Collection

VDI Heat Atlas

2nd ed.

2 Vol. Set

VDI Gesellschaft

One of the most important established books in matters of heat transfer engineering. This updated and thoroughly revised edition incorporates all state-of-the-art methods and analyses.

Springer, July 2010

HB 9783540778769£629.00

A Concise Handbook of Mathematics, Physics & Engineering Sciences

Andrei D.Polyanin

This book provides extensive coverage of the basic ideas, formulas, equation problems, theorems, methods and laws from the fields of physics, mechanics, maths & electrical engineering.

CRC Press / Taylor & Francis, September 2010

HB 9781439806395£63.99

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Uhlig’s Corrosion Handbook

3rd ed.

Edited by R. Winston Revie

Thoroughly revised, the third edition includes new chapters on high-temperature oxidation of metals and alloys, dental materials, and anodic protection, as well as updated coverage of corrosion rates and behaviour

John Wiley & Sons, November 2010

HB 9780470080320£133.00

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Advanced Engineering Mathematics with Matlab

3rd ed.

Dean G. Duffy and thomas L. harman

updated & expanded, this edition builds a solid background in the mathematics required throughout the engineering disciplines. the book now incorporates the use of Matlab to reinforce the concepts presented.

CRC Press / taylor & Francis, October 2010

hB 9781439816240£70.99

Advanced Mathematical Methods in Science & Engineering

2nd ed.

sabih i. hayek

this title elucidates integral methods, field equation derivations & operations applicable to modern science systems.

CRC Press / taylor & Francis, July 2010

hB 9781420081978£82.00

Biology for Engineers

Arthur t. Johnson

Rather than treating biology as a science requiring memorization of connections & classifications, the book explores its relevance as an application area for engineering analysis & design.

CRC Press / taylor & Francis, september 2010

hB 9781420077636£44.99

Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Design Fundamentals

2nd ed.

iqbal husain

thoroughly updated, this title presents the design fundamentals, component sizing and systems interactions of alternative vehicles.

CRC Press / taylor & Francis, August 2010

hB 9781439811757£49.99

Radioactive Air Sampling Methods

Mark L. Maiello and Mark D. hoover

this book contains step-by-step methods for measuring airborne radioactive substances, including information on sensitivity, possible interferences and safety precautions for each method.

CRC Press / taylor & Francis, October 2010

hB 9780849397172£82.00

Petroleum Resources with Emphasis on Offshore Fields

O.t. Gudmestad, A.B. Zolotukhin and e.t. Jarlsby

Lessons learnt from mature norwegian offshore projects form the cornerstone of this book, whose principle aim is to increase the general understanding of the ‘upstream’ part of the petroleum industry.

Wit Press, January 2010

hB 9781845644789£98.00

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Wind Power Generation and Wind Turbine Design

edited by W. tong

Wind power is the fastest growing alternative energy segment, with an attractive cost structure. this book provides engineers and researchers with up-to-date, and advanced design techniques and practical approaches.

Wit Press, June 2010

hB 9781845642051£298.00

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