The aim is to give an overview of the physics of extended defects in Germanium, i.e. dislocations (line defects), grain boundaries, stacking faults, twins and {311} defects (two-dimensional defects) and precipitates, bubbles, etc. The first part covers fundamentals, describing the crystallographic structure and other physical and electrical properties, mainly of dislocations. Since dislocations are essential for the plastic …
Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook 12th Edition (Lineman’s & Cableman’s Handbook)
The definitive guide to distribution and transmission line technology–fully updated Completely revised to reflect the 2012 National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), The Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook, 12th Edition, provides in-depth information on overhead and underground distribution and transmission lines. The latest OSHA, ANSI, and ASTM standards are emphasized throughout. This authoritative resource presents basic principles, equipment, …
This uniquely effective guide helps readers master the 2014 National Electrical Code, using highly detailed, technically accurate illustrations to make even the most complex aspects of the Code easier to understand and apply. An experienced author, educator, and master electrician, Charles Miller translates the often vague, complicated language of the 2014 NEC into clear, simple instructions and visuals. …
Comprehensive Practice for the Mechanical PE ExamPractice Problems for the Mechanical Engineering PE Exam contains over 850 problems designed to reinforce your knowledge of the topics presented in the Mechanical Engineering Reference Manual. Over 300 new stand-alone, multiple-choice problems are designed to be solved in six-minute or less. These demonstrate the format of the NCEES Mechanical PE exam, …
Becoming an Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist: The Workbook
An invaluable tool for clinicians and students, Becoming an Emotionally Focused Therapist: The Workbook takes the reader on an adventure – the quest to become a competent, confident, and passionate couple and family therapist. In an accessible resource for training and supervision, seven expert therapists lead the reader through the nine essential steps of EFT with explicit intervention …
Metal Fatigue: Effects of Small Defects and Nonmetallic Inclusions
This work is an English translation of the original Japanese, first published in 1993, but with extra chapters on fatigue failure of steels and the effect of surface roughness on fatigue strength. The first part of this book includes a concise explanation of metal fatigue. The methodology employed is based on important and reliable experimental results and may …
Applications of Advanced Technology to Ash-Related Problems in Boilers
This book addresses the behavior of inorganic material in combustion systems. The past decade has seen unprecedented improvements in understanding the rates and mecha nisms of inorganic transformations and in developing analytical tools to predict them. These tools range from improved fuel analysis procedures to predictive computer codes. While this progress has been met with great enthusiasm within …
An Introduction to Thermodynamic Cycle Simulations for Internal Combustion Engines
This book provides an introduction to basic thermodynamic engine cycle simulations, and provides a substantial set of results. Key features includes comprehensive and detailed documentation of the mathematical foundations and solutions required for thermodynamic engine cycle simulations. The book includes a thorough presentation of results based on the second law of thermodynamics as well as results for advanced, …
Microelectronic Circuits (The Oxford Series in Electrical and Computer Engineering) 7th edition
This market-leading textbook remains the standard of excellence and innovation. Built on Adel S. Sedra’s and Kenneth C. Smith’s solid pedagogical foundation, the seventh edition of Microelectronic Circuits is the best yet. In addition to updated content and coverage designed to reflect changes in IC technology, the text also provides the most comprehensive, flexible, accurate, and design-oriented treatment …
Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra 2007 – 2013, 2WD and 4WD Repair Manual (Haynes Repair Manual)
With a Haynes manual, you can do it yourselfâ?¿from simple maintenance to basic repairs. Haynes writes every book based on a complete teardown of the vehicle. We learn the best ways to do a job and that makes it quicker, easier and cheaper for you. Our books have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. …