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Managing Generation Z Motivation Engagement and Loyalty

Managing Generation Z Motivation Engagement and Loyalty

Generation Z (Gen Z) is the young generation born between the mid-1990s and 2010s. They are now entering the market and starting their first jobs. Therefore managers must shape the company workplace environment to encourage young employees to work efficiently and connect their future with the company. Only then will both managers and employees share mutual satisfaction from collaboration and aim at the common target which should be the prosperity of the company. This book presents research results and techniques for analysing the working expectations and needs of Gen Z. The analyses were made in various countries in Europe: The Czech Republic Latvia Poland and Portugal. The book contains chapters that present the analysis results and technical chapters that outline modern methods of analysis of management data including tutorial chapters on machine learning which currently makes a strong appearance in research in various disciplines. This volume will be of interest to researchers academics practitioners and students in the fields of management studies research methods and human resource management. The Open Access version of this book available at www. taylorfrancis. com has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-No Derivatives 4. 0 license. | Managing Generation Z Motivation Engagement and Loyalty

GBP 44.99
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The A-Z Guide to Food as Medicine Second Edition

The A-Z Guide to Food as Medicine Second Edition

Reprising The 2017 American Library Association Outstanding Academic Title award-winning A-Z Guide to Food As Medicine this new edition explores the physiological effects of more than 250 foods food groups nutrients and phytochemicals in entries that include: Definition and background information such as traditional medicinal use culinary facts and dietary intake and deficiency information Scientific findings on the physiological effects of foods food groups and food constituents Bioactive dose when known such as nutrient Dietary Reference Intakes focusing on 19-to-50-year-old individuals Safety highlights such as nutrient Tolerable Upper Intake Levels A health professional’s comprehensive nutrition handbook that includes all nutrients nutrient functions good and excellent sources of nutrients nutrient assessment and deficiency symptoms as well as summaries of foods food groups and phytochemicals. New to the Second Edition: Disease- and condition-focused Index that leads readers to foods used to manage specific conditions and diseases Focus on practical recommendations for health maintenance and disease prevention including tables insets and updated scientific findings on more than a dozen new foods Accompanying teaching aids and lesson plans available online at http://www. crcpress. com Features: Dictionary-style summaries of the physiological effects of foods food groups nutrients and phytochemicals alphabetically listed for quick access Approximately 60 B & W images of foods; informational tables and insets that define or illustrate concepts such as drug terminologies classes of phytochemicals and medicinal aspects of foods and of a plant-based diet Over 1 000 scientific references from peer-reviewed sources including The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Evidence Analysis Library and position statements of major health organizations | The A-Z Guide to Food as Medicine Second Edition

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The American Revolution 1775–1783 An Encyclopedia Volume 2: M–Z

The American Revolution 1775–1783 An Encyclopedia Volume 2: M–Z

This definitive encyclopedia originally published in 1983 and now available as an ebook for the first time covers the American Revolution comes in two volumes and contains 865 entries on the war for American independence. Included are essays (ranging from 250 to 25 000 words) on major and minor battles and biographies of military men partisan leaders loyalist figures and war heroes as well as strong coverage of political and diplomatic themes. The contributors present their summaries within the context of late 20th Century historiography about the American Revolution. Every entry has been written by a subject specialist and is accompanied by a bibliography to aid further research. Extensively illustrated with maps the volumes also contain a chronology of events glossary and substantial index. | The American Revolution 1775–1783 An Encyclopedia Volume 2: M–Z

GBP 46.99
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Forced Labour in Colonial Africa A. T. Nzula I. I. Potekhin and A. Z. Zusmanovich

Forced Labour in Colonial Africa A. T. Nzula I. I. Potekhin and A. Z. Zusmanovich

Originally published for the first time in English in 1979 this book represents one of the earliest Marxist analyses of the impact that colonialism had on Africa during the first half century that followed the Scramble. Nzula’s co-authored book together with all his writings in the Negro Worker are assembled here. The political experience of its African co-author resulted in a book which is alight with commitment to the liberation of the Continent yet always tempered by an explicit theoretical understanding of capitalism in its imperialist phase. The book opens with an outline of Africa’s role in the world economic system. Successive chapters reveal how Western capitalism conjured up a brutally exploited working class and dispossessed peasantry throughout the African continent. Each major region of Black Africa is analysed. Meticulous information as to the facts of oppression and many of the early urban and rural struggles against colonialism before the Second World War is set out. Robin Cohen’s introduction is a valuable summation of Nzula’s life and of the background to this book. The appendices bring together many of Nzula’s little known writings. | Forced Labour in Colonial Africa A. T. Nzula I. I. Potekhin and A. Z. Zusmanovich

GBP 80.00
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International Encyclopedia of Military History

International Encyclopedia of Military History

With its impressive breadth of coverage – both geographically and chronologically – the International Encyclopedia of Military History is the most up-to-date and inclusive A-Z resource on military history. From uniforms and military insignia worn by combatants to the brilliant military leaders and tacticians who commanded them the campaigns and wars to the weapons and equipment used in them this international and multi-cultural two-volume set is an accessible resource combining the latest scholarship in the field with a world perspective on military history.

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Control Engineering Theory and Applications

Control Engineering Theory and Applications

The book provides general knowledge of automatic control engineering and its applications. Providing an overview of control theory and systems the chapters introduce transfer functions modeling of control systems automatic control systems block diagrams and signal flow graphs. While control system analysis and design are accompanied by root-locus methods and frequency response analyses distributed control systems nonlinarity in control systems including Z-transformation are also presented. With straightforward demonstrations examples and multiple-choice questions this book can be used as a reference textbook for electrical and electronics engineering computer control engineering automation engineering mechatronics engineering mechanics robotics AI control systems hydraulics process engineering safety control engineering aeronautical and aerospace engineering auto-pilot system decision-making system and stock exchange and will be suitable for majors non-majors and experts in the field of science and technology. | Control Engineering Theory and Applications

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Salted Paper Printing A Step-by-Step Manual Highlighting Contemporary Artists

Salted Paper Printing A Step-by-Step Manual Highlighting Contemporary Artists

Salted Paper Printing: A Step-by-Step Manual Highlighting Contemporary Artists makes one of the oldest known photographic processes easy for the 21st century using simple digital negative methods. Christina Z. Anderson’s in-depth discussion begins with a history of salted paper printing then covers the salted paper process from beginner to intermediate level with step-by-step instructions and an illustrated troubleshooting guide. Including cameraless imagery hand-coloring salt in combination with gum and printing on fabric Salted Paper Printing contextualizes the practice within the varied alternative processes. Anderson offers richly-illustrated profiles of contemporary artists making salted paper prints discussing their creative process and methods. Salted Paper Printing is perfect for the seasoned photographer looking to dip their toe into alternative processes or for the photography student eager to engage with photography’s rich history. | Salted Paper Printing A Step-by-Step Manual Highlighting Contemporary Artists

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Digital Filter Design and Realization

Digital Filter Design and Realization

Analysis design and realization of digital filters have experienced major developments since the 1970s and have now become an integral part of the theory and practice in the field of contemporary digital signal processing. Digital Filter Design and Realization is written to present an up-to-date and comprehensive account of the analysis design and realization of digital filters. It is intended to be used as a text for graduate students as well as a reference book for practitioners in the field. Prerequisites for this book include basic knowledge of calculus linear algebra signal analysis and linear system theory. Technical topics discussed in the book include:Discrete-Time Systems and z-TransformationStability and Coefficient SensitivityState-Space ModelsFIR Digital Filter DesignFrequency-Domain Digital Filter DesignTime-Domain Digital Filter DesignInterpolated and Frequency-Response-Masking FIR Digital Filter DesignComposite Digital Filter DesignFinite Word Length EffectsCoefficient Sensitivity Analysis and MinimizationError Spectrum ShapingRoundoff Noise Analysis and MinimizationGeneralized Transposed Direct-Form IIBlock-State Realization

GBP 79.99
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Events Management

Events Management

A must-have introductory text of unrivalled coverage and depth focusing on events planning and management the fourth edition of Events Management provides a complete A to Z of the principles and practices of planning managing and staging events. The book offers a systematic guide to organising successful events examining areas such as event design logistics marketing human resource management financial planning risk management impacts evaluation and reporting. The fourth edition has been fully updated and revised to include content covering technology including virtual and hybrid events concepts such as social capital soft power and events social inclusion equality accessibility and diversity and the latest industry reports research and legal frameworks. The book is logically structured and features new case studies showing real-life applications and highlighting issues with planning events of all types and scales in a range of geographical locations. This book has been dubbed ‘the events management bible’ and fosters an interactive learning experience amongst scholars of events management tourism and hospitality.

GBP 45.99
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Domestic Central Heating Wiring Systems and Controls

Domestic Central Heating Wiring Systems and Controls

This unique A-Z guide to central heating wiring systems provides a comprehensive reference manual for hundreds of items of heating and control equipment making it an indispensable handbook for electricians and installers across the country. The book provides comprehensive coverage of wiring and technical specifications and now includes increased coverage of combination boilers recently developed control features and SEDBUK (Seasonal Efficiency of Domestic Boilers in the UK) boilers ratings where known. In addition to providing concise details of nearly 500 different boilers fuelled by electric gas oil and solid fuel and over 400 programmers and time switches this invaluable resource also features numerous easy-to-understand wiring diagrams with notes on all definitive systems. Brief component descriptions are provided along with updated contact and website details for most major manufacturers. Ray Ward has spent over 20 years as a specialist in the field of wiring domestic central heating systems and the knowledge he has gained from hands-on experience and staff training is now brought together in this comprehensive handbook. | Domestic Central Heating Wiring Systems and Controls

GBP 44.99
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Speech Bubbles 2 (Picture Books and Guide) Supporting Speech Sound Development in Children

Speech Bubbles 2 (Picture Books and Guide) Supporting Speech Sound Development in Children

Speech Bubbles 2 is the second set in a series of picture books designed to be used by those working with children who have delayed or disordered speech sound development children receiving speech therapy or those wanting to provide sound awareness activities for children. The set includes 12 beautifully illustrated storybooks each targeting a different speech sound in different positions within words and a user guide with notes on each individual story. Designed to be read aloud to the child in a therapy classroom or home setting the stories create a fun and engaging activity that can be returned to again and again. The full set includes: Twelve bright and engaging stories targeting the following early developing sounds and sounds frequently targeted in speech therapy: /v/ /z/ /sh/ /ch/ /h/ /y/ /j/ /r/ /l/ /w/ /r/ blends and /l/ blends. A user guide supporting the use of the stories with individual notes on each. Perfect not just for therapy but also for encouraging early sound awareness and development this is an engaging and invaluable resource for speech and language therapists and pathologists parents and caregivers and teachers working with children aged 2– 8 years. | Speech Bubbles 2 (Picture Books and Guide) Supporting Speech Sound Development in Children

GBP 52.99
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Listening to Rap An Introduction

Listening to Rap An Introduction

Over the past four decades rap and hip hop culture have taken a central place in popular music both in the United States and around the world. Listening to Rap: An Introduction enables students to understand the historical context cultural impact and unique musical characteristics of this essential genre. Each chapter explores a key topic in the study of rap music from the 1970s to today covering themes such as race gender commercialization politics and authenticity. Synthesizing the approaches of scholars from a variety of disciplines—including music cultural studies African-American studies gender studies literary criticism and philosophy—Listening to Rap tracks the evolution of rap and hip hop while illustrating its vast cultural significance. The text features more than 60 detailed listening guides that analyze the musical elements of songs by a wide array of artists from Afrika Bambaataa and Grandmaster Flash to Nicki Minaj Jay-Z Kanye West and more. A companion website showcases playlists of the music discussed in each chapter. Rooted in the understanding that cultural context music and lyrics combine to shape rap’s meaning the text assumes no prior knowledge. For students of all backgrounds Listening to Rap offers a clear and accessible introduction to this vital and influential music. | Listening to Rap An Introduction

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Communication Technology Update and Fundamentals 17th Edition

Communication Technology Update and Fundamentals 17th Edition

Communication Technology Update and Fundamentals now in its 17th edition has set the standard as the single best resource for students and professionals looking to brush up on how communication technologies have developed grown and converged as well as what’s in store for the future. The book covers the fundamentals of communication technology in five chapters that explain the communication technology ecosystem its history theories structure and regulations. Each chapter is written by experts who each provide a snapshot of an individual field. The book also dives into the latest developments in electronic mass media computers consumer electronics networking and telephony. Together these updates provide a broad overview of these industries and examine the role communication technologies play in our everyday lives. In addition to substantial updates to each chapter the 17th edition includes the first-ever chapter on Artificial Intelligence; updated user data in every chapter; an overview of industry structure including recent and proposed mergers and acquisitions; and sidebars exploring sustainability and relevance of each technology to Gen Z. Communication Technology Update and Fundamentals continues to be the industry-leading resource for both students and professionals seeking to understand how communication technologies have developed and where they are headed. | Communication Technology Update and Fundamentals 17th Edition

GBP 59.99
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Ground Characterization and Structural Analyses for Tunnel Design

Ground Characterization and Structural Analyses for Tunnel Design

This practical and design-oriented book focuses on ground characterization and structural calculation as part of the active structural design methodology. With a focus on rock tunnelling it offers a comprehensive rather than a topic-based perspective deriving sound tunnel design criteria and methods from basic principles. Ground characterization includes excavations site investigation and in situ stress determination culminating in geotechnical classifications. The book then deals with various construction methods and their appropriate calculations which range from constitutive models for the stress-strain behaviour of an excavation and tunnel support elements to a full stress–strain analysis methodology. The heavily practical approach of the book draws on the authors’ twenty years of tunnelling experience in Spain and South America. It will help any young or established professional who wants to develop a career in the underground field across both civil engineering and geology. As it incorporates the very fundamentals of tunneling design it can be used as a support for tunneling courses or as a textbook for master’s and PhD courses. Benjamín Celada was Chief Tunnel Engineer at Hunosa and Potasas de Navarra S. A. before founding Geocontrol S. A. He has also worked for twenty years as Professor of Underground Works at the Polytechnic Mining University in Madrid Spain. Z. T. Bieniawski directed the Rock Mechanics Department of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research in Pretoria then taught at the Pennsylvania State University for twenty years. | Ground Characterization and Structural Analyses for Tunnel Design

GBP 44.99
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Clinician's Thesaurus Eighth Edition The Guide to Conducting Interviews and Writing Psychological Reports

Clinician's Thesaurus Eighth Edition The Guide to Conducting Interviews and Writing Psychological Reports

Hundreds of thousands of students and early-career professionals have relied on this authoritative report-writing tool now updated for DSM-5/ICD-10-CM and newer types of evaluations. In a convenient8 x 10. 5format the book covers nearly all areas of concern addressed in intakes evaluations treatment plans progress notes and closing summaries. The user seeking the right wording for a clinical document can skim and select from thousands of technical terms behavioral descriptors and standard statements. Also provided are interview questions for almost every symptomatic behavior a huge collection of mental status questions a reproducible Mental Status Evaluation summary form and links to hundreds of internet resources. The companion website offers all the URLs from the book the reproducible forms and a handy reference on current psychiatric medications. New to This Edition *A list of all psychiatric ICD-10 diagnoses (all of the codes in DSM-5 plus many more) including Z codes essential to a comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluation. *Sample evaluation report keyed to the book's chapters. *Sections on additional clinical issues: intimate partner violence gender identity human trafficking recovery-oriented language and more. *Many more Internet links including a wide variety of screening and assessment tools. See also The Paper Office for the Digital Age Fifth Edition by Edward L. Zuckerman and Keely Kolmes which provides the essential record-keeping and risk-reduction tools that every psychotherapy practice needs. | Clinician's Thesaurus Eighth Edition The Guide to Conducting Interviews and Writing Psychological Reports

GBP 49.99
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Loss Prevention and Safety Control Terms and Definitions

Loss Prevention and Safety Control Terms and Definitions

An encyclopedic A-Z listing of terminology Loss Prevention and Safety Control: Terms and Definitions addresses the need for a comprehensive reference that provides a complete and sufficient description of the terminology used in the safety/loss prevention field. Fostering clarity in communication among diverse segments within the field and between outside agencies this book: Provides a reference for the background meaning and description of safety and loss prevention terms being used in government industry research and education Contains two-paragraph descriptions of terms photographs diagrams graphs and tables to aid understanding of the subject making it more than a dictionary Includes common safety terms safety engineering aspects a description of safety organizations and a list of common safety standards and their scope The field of safety and loss prevention encompasses myriad unrelated industries and organizations such as insurance companies research entities process industries and educational organizations. These organizations may not realize that their terminology is not understood by individuals or even compatible with the nomenclature used outside their own sphere of influence. And even though fire protection and environmental professionals use identical and similar terminology their meanings may be slightly different in selected applications. An all-encompassing reference the book uses OSHA standards and interpretations as guidelines for the definitions and explanations. Drawing from the many areas that influence the terminology it provides a basic understanding of the terms used in lost prevention and control. | Loss Prevention and Safety Control Terms and Definitions

GBP 69.99
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The Complete Guide to Film and Digital Production The People and The Process

The Complete Guide to Film and Digital Production The People and The Process

This fully revised fourth edition offers a comprehensive introduction to the roles procedures and logistics of the film and digital video production process. Author Lorene M. Wales takes the reader from development and pre-production all the way to post-production marketing and distribution offering a hands-on approach suitable for projects of any budget and scale explaining every stage and key role in the life of a film. Focusing on how key roles shape the film production process Wales guides filmmakers through the A-Z of making a film in today’s industry and draws from insights and experiences from working filmmakers throughout. The book is practically focused and includes a wealth of sample checklists schedules budgeting and downloadable forms and templates for practical use. The fourth edition has been fully revised and updated to include a new chapter on how to break into the industry expanded and updated sections on distribution (including theatrical and streaming platforms) set safety color grading and legal matters as well as updated insights from a diverse range of industry professionals. This is the ideal text for undergraduate students studying entry-level film and video production producing and cinematography along with aspiring and working professionals in film and digital production. The updated companion website includes video tutorials a personnel hierarchy a guide to mobile apps useful during production PowerPoints for instructor use and a complete set of sample production forms and templates for download including schedules budgeting releases and production checklists. | The Complete Guide to Film and Digital Production The People and The Process

GBP 52.99
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Statistical Methods An Introduction to Basic Statistical Concepts and Analysis

Statistical Methods An Introduction to Basic Statistical Concepts and Analysis

Statistical Methods: An Introduction to Basic Statistical Concepts and Analysis Second Edition is a textbook designed for students with no prior training in statistics. It provides a solid background of the core statistical concepts taught in most introductory statistics textbooks. Mathematical proofs are deemphasized in favor of careful explanations of statistical constructs. The text begins with coverage of descriptive statistics such as measures of central tendency and variability then moves on to inferential statistics. Transitional chapters on z-scores probability and sampling distributions pave the way to understanding the logic of hypothesis testing and the inferential tests that follow. Hypothesis testing is taught through a four-step process. These same four steps are used throughout the text for the other statistical tests presented including t tests one- and two-way ANOVAs chi-square and correlation. A chapter on nonparametric tests is also provided as an alternative when the requirements cannot be met for parametric tests. Because the same logical framework and sequential steps are used throughout the text a consistency is provided that allows students to gradually master the concepts. Their learning is enhanced further with the inclusion of thought questions and practice problems integrated throughout the chapters. New to the second edition: Chapters on factorial analysis of variance and non-parametric techniques for all data Additional and updated chapter exercises for students to test and demonstrate their learning Full instructor resources: test bank questions Powerpoint slides and an Instructor Manual | Statistical Methods An Introduction to Basic Statistical Concepts and Analysis

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Advanced Engineering Mathematics A Second Course with MatLab

Advanced Engineering Mathematics A Second Course with MatLab

Through four previous editions of Advanced Engineering Mathematics with MATLAB the author presented a wide variety of topics needed by today's engineers. The fifth edition of that book available now has been broken into two parts: topics currently needed in mathematics courses and a new stand-alone volume presenting topics not often included in these courses and consequently unknown to engineering students and many professionals. The overall structure of this new book consists of two parts: transform methods and random processes. Built upon a foundation of applied complex variables the first part covers advanced transform methods as well as z-transforms and Hilbert transforms-transforms of particular interest to systems communication and electrical engineers. This portion concludes with Green's function a powerful method of analyzing systems. The second portion presents random processes-processes that more accurately model physical and biological engineering. Of particular interest is the inclusion of stochastic calculus. The author continues to offer a wealth of examples and applications from the scientific and engineering literature a highlight of his previous books. As before theory is presented first then examples and then drill problems. Answers are given in the back of the book. This book is all about the future: The purpose of this book is not only to educate the present generation of engineers but also the next. The main strength is the text is written from an engineering perspective. The majority of my students are engineers. The physical examples are related to problems of interest to the engineering students. Lea Jenkins Clemson University | Advanced Engineering Mathematics A Second Course with MatLab

GBP 82.99
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Perinatal Growth and Nutrition

Perinatal Growth and Nutrition

Preterm infants grow poorly after birth and very commonly develop ex utero growth restriction (EUGR). However the risks and benefits of catch-up growth in preterm infants must be weighed and evidence addressing this warrants examination. Perinatal Growth and Nutrition explores the reasons for EUGR and the long-term effects on developmental outcome and on metabolic risks. It provides clear information on the risks and benefits of faster post-natal growth and catch-up growth in preterm infants and offers tools for better assessment of growth and earlier identification of faltering growth. This book is divided into three sections. The first section covers advances in preterm infant growth standards diagnosis and causes of EUGR and assessments of preterm infant diets. The second section considers the extensive human literature on the effects of in utero and ex utero growth restriction and catch-up growth on long-term metabolic outcomes—such as obesity insulin resistance type 2 diabetes and cardiac disease—and long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes including cognition. It also examines evidence for the effect of growth on these outcomes in term and preterm infants. The final section of the book considers ways to reduce the incidence of EUGR in preterm infants and when EUGR does occur to optimize catch-up growth. Topics include assessment of dietary requirements of the diverse population of preterm infants examination of tools for prescribing nutrition to neonatal intensive care unit patients consideration of whether to customize or generalize nutrient intake and fortification of human milk. In addition the last chapter proposes using a Z-score growth chart for improved interpretation of growth data.

GBP 74.99
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Handbook of Spices Seasonings and Flavorings

Handbook of Spices Seasonings and Flavorings

An A to Z Catalog of Innovative Spices and Flavorings Designed to be a practical tool for the many diverse professionals who develop and market foods the Handbook of Spices Seasonings and Flavorings combines technical information about spices—forms varieties properties applications and quality specifications — with information about trends spice history and the culture behind their cuisines. The book codifies the vast technical and culinary knowledge for the many professionals who develop and market foods. While many reference books on spices include alphabetized descriptions the similarity between this book and others ends there. More than just a list of spices this book covers each spice’s varieties forms and the chemical components that typify its flavor and color. The author includes a description of spice properties both chemical and sensory and the culinary information that will aid in product development. She also explains how each spice is used around the world lists the popular global spice blends that contain the spice describes each spice’s folklore and traditional medicine usage and provides translations of each spice’s name in global languages. New to this edition is coverage of spice labeling and a chapter on commercial seasoning formulas. Going beyond the scope of most spice books this reference describes ingredients found among the world’s cuisines that are essential in providing flavors textures colors and nutritional value to foods. It explores how these ingredients are commonly used with spices to create authentic or new flavors. The author has created a complete reference book that includes traditionally popular spices and flavorings as well as those that are emerging in the US to create authentic or fusion products. Designed to help you meet the challenges and demands of today’s dynamic marketplace this book is a complete guide to developing and marketing successful products.

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Highway Engineering Pavements Materials and Control of Quality

Highway Engineering Pavements Materials and Control of Quality

An International Textbook from A to Z Highway Engineering: Pavements Materials and Control of Quality covers the basic principles of pavement management highlights recent advancements and details the latest industry standards and techniques in the global market. Utilizing the author’s more than 30 years of teaching researching and consulting experience this text focuses on the design construction maintenance and management of pavements for roads and highways and covers the main topics in highway engineering. The author integrates pavement materials material testing for acceptability and quality assurance asphalt mix design flexible and rigid pavement design construction maintenance and strengthening procedures quality control of production and acceptance of asphalts pavement evaluation asphalt plants and pavement recycling. He also includes both European and American (ASTM and AASHTO) standards and practice and is extensively illustrated with references tables graphs charts and photographs. The book contains 18 chapters that cover: Soils for roadworks Aggregates for unbound hydraulically bound materials and bituminous mixtures Bitumen and bituminous binders Laboratory tests and properties of paving bitumen and bitumen emulsion Hot and cold bituminous mixtures Fundamental mechanical properties of bituminous mixtures and testing Production transportation laying and compaction of bituminous mixtures Quality control and acceptance of bituminous mixtures Methods for determining stresses and strains in pavements Pavement design and construction Thickness design methodologies for flexible and rigid pavements Pavement maintenance Rehabilitation and strengthening Pavement evaluation Equipment for measuring surface and structural characteristics Pavement management Pavement recycling Written for civil engineering students and engineers engaged in highway projects or laboratory testing Highway Engineering: Pavements Materials and Control of Quality covers pavement engineering comprehensively as a textbook for undergraduates and graduates and a valuable reference for practicing professionals. | Highway Engineering Pavements Materials and Control of Quality

GBP 74.99
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Audio and Speech Processing with MATLAB

Audio and Speech Processing with MATLAB

Speech and audio processing has undergone a revolution in preceding decades that has accelerated in the last few years generating game-changing technologies such as truly successful speech recognition systems; a goal that had remained out of reach until very recently. This book gives the reader a comprehensive overview of such contemporary speech and audio processing techniques with an emphasis on practical implementations and illustrations using MATLAB code. Core concepts are firstly covered giving an introduction to the physics of audio and vibration together with their representations using complex numbers Z transforms and frequency analysis transforms such as the FFT. Later chapters give a description of the human auditory system and the fundamentals of psychoacoustics. Insights results and analyses given in these chapters are subsequently used as the basis of understanding of the middle section of the book covering: wideband audio compression (MP3 audio etc. ) speech recognition and speech coding. The final chapter covers musical synthesis and applications describing methods such as (and giving MATLAB examples of) AM FM and ring modulation techniques. This chapter gives a final example of the use of time-frequency modification to implement a so-called phase vocoder for time stretching (in MATLAB). FeaturesA comprehensive overview of contemporary speech and audio processing techniques from perceptual and physical acoustic models to a thorough background in relevant digital signal processing techniques together with an exploration of speech and audio applications. A carefully paced progression of complexity of the described methods; building in many cases from first principles. Speech and wideband audio coding together with a description of associated standardised codecs (e. g. MP3 AAC and GSM). Speech recognition: Feature extraction (e. g. MFCC features) Hidden Markov Models (HMMs) and deep learning techniques such as Long Short-Time Memory (LSTM) methods. Book and computer-based problems at the end of each chapter. Contains numerous real-world examples backed up by many MATLAB functions and code. | Audio and Speech Processing with MATLAB

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