ENGINEERING LIBRARY BLOG

	Title:	Practical guidelines for the analysis of seawater
	Editor:	Wurl, Oliver, Dr.
	Call number:	GC101.2.P895
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Synopsis:
Editor Wurl (post-doctoral researcher, Institute of Ocean Sciences, British Columbia) has collected research from experts in the field to offer this guide to generating and analyzing reliable data on the chemical parameters of ocean water. Intended for students and fellow researchers, this volume describes the laboratory methods used to analyze seawater for such compounds as dissolved organic carbon, complex chromomorphic dissolved organic matter, iron species and other trace metals, man-made organic contaminants, climate-relevant DMS compounds and pharmaceutical compounds. The contributors also discuss proper sampling and storage techniques, analytical methodologies and guidelines for data quality assurance. [Publishers info]

	Title:	Fundamentals of ocean climate models
	Author:	Griffies, Stephen M., 1962-
	Call number:	GC228.5.G849
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Synopsis:
This book sets forth the physical, mathematical, and numerical foundations of computer models used to understand and predict the global ocean climate system. It also highlights certain areas of cutting-edge research. Stephen Griffies presents material that spans a broad spectrum of issues critical for modern ocean climate models. Early chapters focus on the basic equations arising from classical mechanics and thermodynamics used to rationalize ocean fluid dynamics. These equations are then cast into a form appropriate for numerical models of finite grid resolution. Basic discretization methods are described for commonly used classes of ocean climate models. The book proceeds to focus on the parameterization of phenomena occurring at scales unresolved by the ocean model, which represents a large part of modern oceanographic research. The final part provides a tutorial on the tensor methods that are used throughout the book, in a general and elegant fashion, to formulate the equations. [Publishers info]

	Title:	Security of mobile communications
	Author:	Boudriga, Noureddine
	Call number:	TK5102.85.B756
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Synopsis:
The explosive demand for mobile communications is driving the development of wireless technology at an unprecedented pace. Unfortunately, this exceptional growth is also giving rise to a myriad of security issues at all levels — from subscriber to network operator to service provider.

Providing technicians and designers with a critical and comprehensive resource, the book brings together the policies, practices, and guidelines needed to identify and address the security issues related to today’s wireless sensor networks, satellite services, mobile e-services, and inter-system roaming and interconnecting systems. It details the major mobile standards for securing mobile communications and examines the architectures able to provide data confidentiality, authentication, integrity, and privacy in various wireless environments.

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	Title:	High efficiency RF and microwave solid state power amplifiers
	Author:	Colantonio, Paolo
	Call number:	TK7871.58.P6C683
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Synopsis:
Read this book to learn the main concepts that are fundamental for optimum amplifier design. Practical design techniques are set out, stating the pros and cons for each method presented in this text. In addition to novel theoretical discussion and workable guidelines, you will find helpful running examples and case studies that demonstrate the key issues involved in power amplifier (PA) design flow.

Highlights include:

• Clarification of topics which are often misunderstood and misused, such as bias classes and PA nomenclatures.
• The consideration of both hybrid and monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs).
• Discussions of switch-mode and current-mode PA design approaches and an explanation of the differences.
• Coverage of the linearity issue in PA design at circuit level, with advice on low distortion power stages.
• Analysis of the hot topic of Doherty amplifier design, plus a description of advanced techniques based on multi-way and multi-stage architecture solutions.

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	Title:	Water engineering in the ancient world : archaeological and climate perspectives on societies of ancient South America, the Middle East, and South-East Asia
	Author:	Ortloff, Charles R.
	Call number:	TC416.R77
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Synopsis:
Charles Ortloff provides a new perspective on archaeological studies of the urban and agricultural water supply and distribution systems of the major ancient civilizations of South America, the Middle East, and South-East Asia, by using modern computer analysis methods to extract the true hydraulic/hydrological knowledge base available to these peoples. His many new revelations about the capabilities and innovations of ancient water engineers force us to re-evaluate what was known and practised in the hydraulic sciences in ancient times. Given our current concerns about global warming and its effect on economic stability, it is fascinating to observe how some ancient civilizations successfully coped with major climate change events by devising defensive agricultural survival strategies, while others, which did not innovate, failed to survive. Features – Uses the latest computing methods to understand water resource problems and solutions developed in ancient civilizations – Study of the technical innovations devised by ancient peoples to overcome climate stress problems is relevant to the current issue of global warming – Covers civilizations in three continents, including little-known South American contributions to the hydraulic sciences. [Publishers info]

	Title:	River training and sediment management with submerged vanes
	Author:	Odgaard, A. Jacob
	Call number:	TC529.D23
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Synopsis:
Submerged vanes are an unobtrusive and cost-effective way for water engineers to address many problems associated with sedimentation and river training. A relatively new technology, submerged vanes are a low-impact method for reducing erosion and downstream sediment buildup. Unlike weirs and dikes, submerged vanes bolster current efforts to “re-meander”—or make more natural—rivers that have been modified by humans. This book is a complete guide to help engineers determine when submerged vanes would be an effective design solution and how they should be planned and installed. It describes the solutions that submerged vanes offer to problems plaguing modern river systems  which include preventing bank erosion, increasing the flood-bearing capacity of a river by reducing sediment deposits, and keeping water intakes and diversions clear and functioning. Design calculations are illustrated for different river situations and lab results are published to explain the theory behind submerged vanes. In addition, the installation of submerged vanes is detailed in several case studies. This practical manual encourages the transfer of this eco-friendly technology from research into common practice. [Publishers info]

	Title:	Coastal structures 2007 : proceedings of the 5th International Conference, Venice, Italy, 2-4 July 2007
	Editors:	Leopoldo Franco, Giuseppe R. Tomasicchio, Alberto Lamberti
	Call number:	TC203.5.C652S 2007 V1 & V2
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Synopsis:
Contents : http://www.worldscibooks.com/engineering/7410.html

	Title:	Solid waste analysis and minimization : a systems approach
	Author:	Franchetti, Matthew J.
	Call number:	TD793.9.F816
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Synopsis:
Provide sustainable solutions to solid waste issues with help from this hands-on guide. This title offers up-to-date technical details on current and potential solid waste minimization practices. This authoritative resource presents a framework for the proper application of solid waste analysis tools, and demonstrates the benefits in terms of environmental impact, process efficiencies, and financial enhancement. Twenty-one real-world case studies covering all industries, from manufacturing to service facilities, are included. [Publishers info]

Contents : http://www.mcgraw-hill.co.uk/html/007160524X.html