Through a Liquid Mirror


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Mathematics and Technology


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This book introduces the student to numerous modern applications of mathematics in technology. The authors write with clarity and present the mathematics in a clear and straightforward way making it an interesting and easy book to read. Numerous exercises at the end of every section provide practice and reinforce the material in the chapter. An engaging quality of this book is that the authors also present the mathematical material in a historical context and not just the practical one. Mathematics and Technology is intended for undergraduate students in mathematics, instructors and high school teachers. Additionally, its lack of calculus centricity as well as a clear indication of the more difficult topics and relatively advanced references make it suitable for any curious individual with a decent command of high school math.




Liquid Mirror


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Modeling and Control of Magnetic Fluid Deformable Mirrors for Adaptive Optics Systems


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Modeling and Control of Magnetic Fluid Deformable Mirrors for Adaptive Optics Systems presents a novel design of wavefront correctors based on magnetic fluid deformable mirrors (MFDM) as well as corresponding control algorithms. The presented wavefront correctors are characterized by their linear, dynamic response. Various mirror surface shape control algorithms are presented along with experimental evaluations of the performance of the resulting adaptive optics systems. Adaptive optics (AO) systems are used in various fields of application to enhance the performance of optical systems, such as imaging, laser, free space optical communication systems, etc. This book is intended for undergraduate and graduate students, professors, engineers, scientists and researchers working on the design of adaptive optics systems and their various emerging fields of application. Zhizheng Wu is an associate professor at Shanghai University, China. Azhar Iqbal is a research associate at the University of Toronto, Canada. Foued Ben Amara is an assistant professor at the University of Toronto, Canada.




Bodies in Code


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Bodies in Code explores how our bodies experience and adapt to digital environments. Cyberculture theorists have tended to overlook biological reality when talking about virtual reality, and Mark B. N. Hansen's book shows what they've been missing. Cyberspace is anchored in the body, he argues, and it's the body--not high-tech computer graphics--that allows a person to feel like they are really "moving" through virtual reality. Of course these virtual experiences are also profoundly affecting our very understanding of what it means to live as embodied beings. Hansen draws upon recent work in visual culture, cognitive science, and new media studies, as well as examples of computer graphics, websites, and new media art, to show how our bodies are in some ways already becoming virtual.







Adapting philosophy


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Adapting Philosophy looks at the ways in which The Matrix Trilogy adapts Jean Baudrillard’s Simulacra and Simulation, and in doing so creates its own distinctive philosophical position. Where previous work in the field has presented the trilogy as a simple ‘beginner’s guide’ to philosophy, this study offers a new methodology for inter-relating philosophy and film texts, focusing on the conceptual role played by imagery in both types of text. This focus on the figurative enables a new-found appreciation of the liveliness of philosophical writing and the multiple philosophical dimensions of Hollywood films. The book opens with a critical overview of existing philosophical writing on The Matrix Trilogy and goes on to draw on adaptation theory and feminist philosophy in order to create a new methodology for interlinking philosophical and filmic texts. Three chapters are devoted to detailed textual analyses of the films, tracing the ways in which the imagery that dominates Baudrillard’s writing is adapted and transformed by the trilogy’s complex visuals and soundtrack. The conclusion situates the methodology developed throughout the book in relation to other approaches currently emerging in the new field of Film-Philosophy. The book’s multi-disciplinary approach encompasses Philosophy, Film Studies and Adaptation Theory and will be of interest to undergraduates and postgraduates studying these subjects. It also forms part of the developing interdisciplinary field of Film-Philosophy. The detailed textual analyses of The Matrix Trilogy will also be of interest to anyone wishing to deepen their understanding of the multi-faceted nature of this seminal work.




The BIAlien Trilogy


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New Science fiction, Space, Action, Adventure and Romance novel/comic book/video game series. ..".The first volume in a science-fiction series about a young man who's abducted by benevolent aliens, bio-engineered to superhuman levels and sent back to Earth years later to stop an alien invasion..." -KIRKUS DISCOVERIES. IMAGINE discovering a UFO and then having to hide inside of it after the elite unit of the army chases you to it in an attempt to kill you. Imagine having an out of body experience and flying a very advanced spaceship by pure thought. Going against jetfighters and making a mockery of the United States Air force. Imagine having your nerves and senses connected with the ship and feeling what the ship does. Imagine traveling from Earth to Jupiter in 30 minutes and then exploring Jupiter's ice ocean moon Europa, what ocean aliens will you encounter? Imagine traveling towards our Sun at the speed of light and thinking you are going to die, only to have your molecules vaporized with the spaceship and transported in subspace through a system called Optic-warp. Imagine waking up on an alien planet in the Andromeda Galaxy that uses virtual worlds as a home city. Imagine meeting an Alien species 70,000 years ahead of humans, what will they tell you? What will you ask them? What is their species history? How can humans learn from the alien's past mistakes? Imagine learning Earth is about to be silently attacked by a rival species who want to use our bodies as part of a top secret experimental weapon that can destroy all alien species in the universe; and you are the only one who can help stop this attack. Would you allow alien Nanotechnology to evolve your body to super human levels where you'll be able to: Run and jump like the Hulk, defy and control gravity, create gravity shockwaves, create advanced energy shields, evolve your brain to think and move in Nanoseconds, and create atom ripper projectiles. Would you be up for an adventure of a life time? BIAlien volume I (3 books) takes your imagination on a visionary roller coaster ride and keeps you entertained with well thought out characters, plot and detailed action scenes. Read more including the 9 professional book reviews, BIAlien Wikipedia and science behind the BIAlien series at the main www BIAlien com website. The next generation of Science Fiction has just begun. *PLEASE NOTE* "The BIAlien Trilogy" is now called "BIAlien Series" and is a total of 12 books. This novel is: BOOK 1 RISE OF THE BIALIENSAPIEN: HUMAN EVOLVED PART 1" There are three parts/books to volume I. 1/3. ---------------------------------------------- There are over 45 illustrations and two animation videos for this Volume I series. BIAlien - (An alien of two worlds) Where fiction, science, religion and technology collide. Some of the topics BIAlien covers are: Dark Energy, Dark Matter, Exotic Matter, Nanotechnology, future green energy saving technologies, plasma fusion, string theory, quantum mechanics, future relationships, space exploring, new ways of traveling through space (optic-warp), UFO theories, government conspiracies, future government weapons, gravity manipulating and human body evolving. The series is broken down as follows: VOLUME I "Rise of the BIAliensapien: Human Evolved" book 1 VOLUME I "Rise of the BIAliensapien: Human Evolved" book 2 VOLUME I "Rise of the BIAliensapien: Human Evolved" book 3 VOLUME II "Revenge of the Darclonians" book 4 VOLUME II "Bellona's Rebellion" book 5 VOLUME II "Galactic wars " book 6 VOL III book 7, VOL III book 8, VOL III book 9 Spin offs: "Andromedian Chronicles" mini-series. "The original BIAlien," "Bellona's wars" ---------------------------------------------- Read synopsis, characters and more info about this exciting new novel series at the www . BIAlien . com we




Yearly Current Affairs : January 2022 to December 2022 - Covered All Important Events, News, Issues for SSC, Defence, Banking and All Competitive exams


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All the latest national & international current affairs in one Book. EduGorilla's Current Affairs guide covers all of the latest news that is especially likely to come in competitive exams. The book covers the whole year's current affairs with a chapter for each month from January to December 2022. Formulated by current affairs experts for competitive exams, the book is especially designed keeping in mind the topics asked in the current affairs asked in competitive exams. Packed with relevant study material, EduGorilla's Current Affairs are a sure-shot way to assured success. With the help of this guide, candidates can stay up to date with all the latest news. A must have for last-minute revisions and complete current affairs preparations.




Information Arts


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An introduction to the work and ideas of artists who use—and even influence—science and technology. A new breed of contemporary artist engages science and technology—not just to adopt the vocabulary and gizmos, but to explore and comment on the content, agendas, and possibilities. Indeed, proposes Stephen Wilson, the role of the artist is not only to interpret and to spread scientific knowledge, but to be an active partner in determining the direction of research. Years ago, C. P. Snow wrote about the "two cultures" of science and the humanities; these developments may finally help to change the outlook of those who view science and technology as separate from the general culture. In this rich compendium, Wilson offers the first comprehensive survey of international artists who incorporate concepts and research from mathematics, the physical sciences, biology, kinetics, telecommunications, and experimental digital systems such as artificial intelligence and ubiquitous computing. In addition to visual documentation and statements by the artists, Wilson examines relevant art-theoretical writings and explores emerging scientific and technological research likely to be culturally significant in the future. He also provides lists of resources including organizations, publications, conferences, museums, research centers, and Web sites.