English Mechanic and Mirror of Science and Art
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Page : 1222 pages
File Size : 35,63 MB
Release : 1922
Category : Technology
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Art and Science of Wet Silencers
Author : Klaus Rompanen
Publisher : paladin Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 14,37 MB
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781610046473
Book Description
Using a fluid to cool and contract exhaust gases from a firearm is one of the most effective ways to silence the report. For some reason, this principle has been neglected -or simply overlooked -by the ordnance community. For this reason, it may well be the new frontier for research in the field of firearm suppression. In The Art and Science of Wet Silencers, Klaus Rompanen explains why wet silencers work, how they are made, and why they are such a good idea. He provides a brief explanation of the physical laws governing sound suppression, an overview of the legalities of owning silencers, a history of firearms suppressors, an examination of commercial wet silencers, and anecdotes from his experience firing suppressed firearms. Most important, he does so in plain English so the layman can easily follow along. This informative manual will appeal to anyone interested in the state of the art of firearm silencer technology.
Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 42,2 MB
Release : 2009-07-29
Category : Law
ISBN : 0309142393
Book Description
Scores of talented and dedicated people serve the forensic science community, performing vitally important work. However, they are often constrained by lack of adequate resources, sound policies, and national support. It is clear that change and advancements, both systematic and scientific, are needed in a number of forensic science disciplines to ensure the reliability of work, establish enforceable standards, and promote best practices with consistent application. Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States: A Path Forward provides a detailed plan for addressing these needs and suggests the creation of a new government entity, the National Institute of Forensic Science, to establish and enforce standards within the forensic science community. The benefits of improving and regulating the forensic science disciplines are clear: assisting law enforcement officials, enhancing homeland security, and reducing the risk of wrongful conviction and exoneration. Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States gives a full account of what is needed to advance the forensic science disciplines, including upgrading of systems and organizational structures, better training, widespread adoption of uniform and enforceable best practices, and mandatory certification and accreditation programs. While this book provides an essential call-to-action for congress and policy makers, it also serves as a vital tool for law enforcement agencies, criminal prosecutors and attorneys, and forensic science educators.
The Popes and Science
Author : James Joseph Walsh
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Page : 578 pages
File Size : 22,1 MB
Release : 1915
Category : Popes
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Shreir's Corrosion
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Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 3652 pages
File Size : 32,77 MB
Release : 2009-02-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0444527877
Book Description
This four-volume reference work builds upon the success of past editions of Elsevier’s Corrosion title (by Shreir, Jarman, and Burstein), covering the range of innovations and applications that have emerged in the years since its publication. Developed in partnership with experts from the Corrosion and Protection Centre at the University of Manchester, Shreir’s Corrosion meets the research and productivity needs of engineers, consultants, and researchers alike. Incorporates coverage of all aspects of the corrosion phenomenon, from the science behind corrosion of metallic and non-metallic materials in liquids and gases to the management of corrosion in specific industries and applications Features cutting-edge topics such as medical applications, metal matrix composites, and corrosion modeling Covers the benefits and limitations of techniques from scanning probes to electrochemical noise and impedance spectroscopy
The Art of Sound Reproduction
Author : John Watkinson
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 41,13 MB
Release : 2012-11-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1136118543
Book Description
Designed to make life a little easier by providing all the theoretical background necessary to understand sound reproduction, backed up with practical examples. Specialist terms - both musical and physical - are defined as they occur and plain English is used throughout. Analog and digital audio are considered as alternatives, and the advantages of both are stressed. Audio is only as good as the transducers employed, and consequently microphone and loudspeaker technology also feature heavily - making this the most comprehensive, up-to-date text currently available on all aspects of sound reproduction.
No Easy Hope
Author : James N. Cook
Publisher :
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 32,5 MB
Release : 2013-03-21
Category : End of the world
ISBN : 9781482735246
Book Description
Eric Riordan was once a wealthy man leading a comfortable, easy life. Until one day Gabriel--his oldest friend, a Marine Corps veteran, and a former mercenary--told him how the world was going to end. He did his best to prepare. He thought he was ready for anything. He was wrong. As the dead rise up to devour the living, one man finds himself struggling to survive in the ruins of a shattered world. Alone, isolated, and facing starvation, his only chance is to flee to the Appalachians and join forces with Gabriel. But the journey will not be easy, and along the way his humanity, his will to live, and his very soul will be tested. This is the beginning. This is his story.
Boating
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Page : 916 pages
File Size : 32,82 MB
Release : 1965-01
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Dun's Review
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Page : 498 pages
File Size : 41,41 MB
Release : 1943
Category : Business
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Gas Turbine Engineering Handbook
Author : Meherwan P. Boyce
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 956 pages
File Size : 38,47 MB
Release : 2017-09-01
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0080456898
Book Description
The Gas Turbine Engineering Handbook has been the standard for engineers involved in the design, selection, and operation of gas turbines. This revision includes new case histories, the latest techniques, and new designs to comply with recently passed legislation. By keeping the book up to date with new, emerging topics, Boyce ensures that this book will remain the standard and most widely used book in this field. The new Third Edition of the Gas Turbine Engineering Hand Book updates the book to cover the new generation of Advanced gas Turbines. It examines the benefit and some of the major problems that have been encountered by these new turbines. The book keeps abreast of the environmental changes and the industries answer to these new regulations. A new chapter on case histories has been added to enable the engineer in the field to keep abreast of problems that are being encountered and the solutions that have resulted in solving them. - Comprehensive treatment of Gas Turbines from Design to Operation and Maintenance. In depth treatment of Compressors with emphasis on surge, rotating stall, and choke; Combustors with emphasis on Dry Low NOx Combustors; and Turbines with emphasis on Metallurgy and new cooling schemes. An excellent introductory book for the student and field engineers - A special maintenance section dealing with the advanced gas turbines, and special diagnostic charts have been provided that will enable the reader to troubleshoot problems he encounters in the field - The third edition consists of many Case Histories of Gas Turbine problems. This should enable the field engineer to avoid some of these same generic problems
