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Universal Design Principles and Models

As the baby boom generation ages it is crucial that designers understand all they can about bringing this group as well as all others design that will offer function aesthetics and quality of life. Full of examples and illustrated with pictures of good design Universal Design: Principles and Models details how the principles of universal design (UD) can be used to evaluate all products and places. Universal design is ubiquitous; therefore good examples are essential to understanding. This book includes more than 50 case studies that demonstrate successful applications of UD principles and helps professors develop curriculum and teaching strategies. More than 300 color photographs and drawings further illustrate the principles and best practices. The book includes topics ranging from the development of ergonomic chairs for home and office to the unique environmental concerns of those sensitive to electronic and chemical emissions. The examples illustrate a variety of user/groups in different situations and clearly demonstrate the design directives for meeting their needs. The author explores the many definitions of UD enabling readers to identify those most meaningful to large portions of the population. Universal design (UD) facilitates the comfort and navigation of those with failing eyesight or restricted mobility and the family members and professionals who care for them. Whether at home work or a public place people appreciate the beautiful and the practical. This book takes a vital and meaningful approach going beyond the basics and delving into details. It gets to the heart of UD and supplies an understanding of design from a greater perspective. | Universal Design Principles and Models

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Female Genital Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence

Genital prolapse or pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the structures of the pelvis protrude into the outside vaginal canal. Genital Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence is the first book of its kind dedicated specifically to genital prolapse and is filled with every different type of prolapse including the bladder uterus rectum and the mucosal fold containing the intestine. Covering all aspects of this defect while emphasizing the managed care of genital prolapse this text also explores both surgical and non-surgical treatments which include methods for the diagnosis and treatment of all abnormalities. This source examines: | Female Genital Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence

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Renewable Energy Integration with Building Energy Systems A Modelling Approach

Construction as an industry sector is responsible for around one-third of the total worldwide energy usage and about 20% of greenhouse gas emissions. The rise in the number of buildings and floor space area for residential and commercial purposes has imposed enormous pressure on existing energy sources. Implementations such as efficient usage of building energy systems design measures utilization of local energy resources energy storage and the use of renewable energy sources to meet electricity demands are currently under development and deployment for improving the energy performance index. However integrating all such measures and the development of nearly zero-energy and zero-emission buildings is yet to be explored. In this book the different control techniques and intelligent technologies used to improve the energy performance of buildings are illustrated. Every building energy control system has a two-fold objective for energy and comfort requirements to achieve a high comfort index (for thermal visual air quality humidity and various plug loads) and increase the energy performance index. The most significant aspect in the design of a building’s energy control system is modelling. All the components methodologies and processes involved in developing a renewable energy-driven building are covered in detail. This book is intended for graduates and professionals working towards the development of a sustainable built environment using renewable energy sources. | Renewable Energy Integration with Building Energy Systems A Modelling Approach

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Lipoic Acid Energy Production Antioxidant Activity and Health Effects

The recognition of oxidative stress as a major factor in health aging and disease has led to a surge in research aimed at uncovering effective countermeasures in the form of antioxidants. Unique in its two-fold protective function alpha-lipoic acid has drawn unprecedented interest as a coenzyme in mitochondrial energy metabolism and as an antioxidant and cell redox modulator. Mounting data regarding its potential health benefits demands an authoritative single-source reference to codify current knowledge and guide future research. A state-of-the-science compilation Lipoic Acid follows the history of this potent coenzyme and the latest discoveries regarding the chemistry biological action and significance in energy production antioxidant activity and health. The book is divided into three sections: · Section I: Discovery and Molecular Structure reviews the early studies leading to the discovery of alpha-lipoic acid and explains the molecular structure biosynthesis and the characterization of lipoic acid and its chemical derivatives. · Section II: Metabolic Aspects describes in detail the human pharmacokinetics of alpha-lipoic acid including the lipoic acid-derived dehydrogenase complexes and their roles in energy metabolism. It also explains antioxidant activity and redox modulation and how lipoic acid induces Phase II detoxification enzymes through activation of Nrf2-dependent gene expression. · Section III Clinical Aspects discusses enzyme deficiency disorders and the effects of lipoic acid on insulin. It defines lipoic acid influence on signaling pathways and AMP-activated kinase and considers the therapeutic implications for treatment of metabolic syndromes and the improvement of mitochondrial function by lipoic acid supplementation. Contributions from leading in | Lipoic Acid Energy Production Antioxidant Activity and Health Effects

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Biochar for Environmental Management Science Technology and Implementation

Biochar is the carbon-rich product which occurs when biomass (such as wood manure or crop residues) is heated in a closed container with little or no available air. It can be used to improve agriculture and the environment in several ways and its persistence in soil and nutrient-retention properties make it an ideal soil amendment to increase crop yields. In addition to this biochar sequestration in combination with sustainable biomass production can be carbon-negative and therefore used to actively remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere with potentially major implications for mitigation of climate change. Biochar production can also be combined with bioenergy production through the use of the gases that are given off in the pyrolysis process. The first edition of this book published in 2009 was the definitive work reviewing the expanding research literature on this topic. Since then the rate of research activity has increased at least ten-fold and biochar products are now commercially available as soil amendments. This second edition includes not only substantially updated chapters but also additional chapters: on environmental risk assessment; on new uses of biochar in composting and potting mixes; a new and controversial field of studying the effects of biochar on soil carbon cycles; on traditional use with very recent discoveries that biochar was used not only in the Amazon but also in Africa and Asia; on changes in water availability and soil water dynamics; and on sustainability and certification. The book therefore continues to represent the most comprehensive compilation of current knowledge on all aspects of biochar. | Biochar for Environmental Management Science Technology and Implementation

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Acoustics and Psychoacoustics

The acoustics of a space can have a real impact on the sounds you create and capture. Acoustics and Psychoacoustics Fifth Edition provides supportive tools and exercises to help you understand how music sounds and behaves in different spaces whether during a performance or a recording when planning a control room or listening space and how it is perceived by performers listeners and recording engineers. With their clear and simple style Howard and Angus cover both theory and practice by addressing the science of sound engineering and music production the acoustics of musical instruments the ways in which we hear musical sounds the underlying principles of sound processing and the application of these concepts to music spaces to create professional sound. This new edition is fully revised to reflect new psychoacoustic information related to timbre and temporal perception including an updated discussion of vocal fold vibration principles samples of recent acoustic treatments and a description of variable acoustics in spaces as well as coverage of the environment’s effect on production listening sonification and other topics. Devoted to the teaching of musical understanding an accompanying website (www. routledge. com/cw/howard) features various audio clips tutorial sheets questions and answers and trainings that will take your perception of sound to the next level. This book will help you: Gain a basic grounding in acoustics and psychoacoustics with respect to music audio technology systems Incorporate knowledge of psychoacoustics in future music technology system designs as appropriate Understand how we hear pitch loudness and timbre Learn to influence the acoustics of an enclosed space through designed physical modifications

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A First Course in Ordinary Differential Equations

A First course in Ordinary Differential Equations provides a detailed introduction to the subject focusing on analytical methods to solve ODEs and theoretical aspects of analyzing them when it is difficult/not possible to find their solutions explicitly. This two-fold treatment of the subject is quite handy not only for undergraduate students in mathematics but also for physicists engineers who are interested in understanding how various methods to solve ODEs work. More than 300 end-of-chapter problems with varying difficulty are provided so that the reader can self examine their understanding of the topics covered in the text. Most of the definitions and results used from subjects like real analysis linear algebra are stated clearly in the book. This enables the book to be accessible to physics and engineering students also. Moreover sufficient number of worked out examples are presented to illustrate every new technique introduced in this book. Moreover the author elucidates the importance of various hypotheses in the results by providing counter examples. Features Offers comprehensive coverage of all essential topics required for an introductory course in ODE. Emphasizes on both computation of solutions to ODEs as well as the theoretical concepts like well-posedness comparison results stability etc. Systematic presentation of insights of the nature of the solutions to linear/non-linear ODEs. Special attention on the study of asymptotic behavior of solutions to autonomous ODEs (both for scalar case and 2✕2 systems). Sufficient number of examples are provided wherever a notion is introduced. Contains a rich collection of problems. This book serves as a text book for undergraduate students and a reference book for scientists and engineers. Broad coverage and clear presentation of the material indeed appeals to the readers. Dr. Suman K. Tumuluri has been working in University of Hyderabad India for 11 years and at present he is an associate professor. His research interests include applications of partial differential equations in population dynamics and fluid dynamics.

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Bloodstain Pattern Analysis with an Introduction to Crime Scene Reconstruction

Objective establishment of the truth is the goal of any good crime scene investigator. This demands a consideration of all evidence available using proven scientific methodologies to establish objective snapshots of the crime. The majority of forensic disciplines shed light on the “who” of a crime bloodstain pattern analysis is one of the most important disciplines to address “what” happened. Understanding the discipline its underlying scientific basis and how best to apply this knowledge is crucial in the investigator’s quest for the truth. Internationally known experts in crime scene analysis Tom Bevel and Ross M. Gardner explore bloodstain pattern analysis in depth explaining what it is how it is used and the practical methodologies employed to achieve defensible results. Bloodstain Pattern Analysis with an Introduction to Crime Scene Reconstruction Third Edition: Presents a specific and detailed taxonomy of bloodstain pattern characteristics Offers a full-color fold-out Decision Map to guide analysts through the classification process Uses full-color photos and diagrams to illustrate concepts Describes the theory principles and methodology for crime scene reconstruction Details proven applicable scientific methodologiesEmphasizes observable and reproducible results to mitigate accusations of subjectivity in evidence and testimony Provides more than 60% new or significantly revised information Offering practical advice and tips for novices and experienced professionals this book employs clear lucid and reasoned scientific arguments to provide the tools to guide and focus any investigative effort. Captain Tom Bevel is a 27-year veteran of the Oklahoma City Police Department retiring in 1996 as Commander of the Homicide Robbery Missing Persons and Unsolved Homicide units. He is held in high esteem as a qualified expert in crime scene reconstruction and bloodstain pattern analysis in state federal and foreign courts. His knowledge and expertise as a crime scene consultant has been sought after in 45 US states and 11 foreign countries. He owns a forensic education and consulting company in his home state of Oklahoma. Ross M. Gardner retired as a Command Sergeant Major and Special Agent in 1999 after serving a total of 24 years in US Army law enforcement. Certified by the International Association for Identification as a Senior Crime Analyst for the past 16 years Gardner is an active instructor and consultant throughout the United States in crime scene analysis bloodstain pattern analysis and crime scene investigation.

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