Textiles in Automotive Engineering
Textiles in Automotive Engineering

Author: W Fung

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2000-11-28

Total Pages: 378

ISBN-13: 185573897X

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This book presents a comprehensive treatment of both functional and decorative textiles used in the automotive industry including seat covers, headliners, airbags, seat belts and tyres. Written in a clear, concise style it explains material properties and the way in which they influence manufacturing processes as well as providing practical production details.The subject treatment cuts across the disciplines of textile chemistry, fabric and plastics technology and production engineering. Environmental effects and recycling are also covered. It is aimed at the design and process engineer in industry as well as researchers in universities and colleges. Quality engineers will also benefit from the book's sections on identifying problems and material limitations.

Philosophy and Computing
Philosophy and Computing

Author: Thomas M. Powers

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-10-26

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 3319610430

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This book features papers from CEPE-IACAP 2015, a joint international conference focused on the philosophy of computing. Inside, readers will discover essays that explore current issues in epistemology, philosophy of mind, logic, and philosophy of science from the lens of computation. Coverage also examines applied issues related to ethical, social, and political interest. The contributors first explore how computation has changed philosophical inquiry. Computers are now capable of joining humans in exploring foundational issues. Thus, we can ponder machine-generated explanation, thought, agency, and other quite fascinating concepts. The papers are also concerned with normative aspects of the computer and information technology revolution. They examine technology-specific analyses of key challenges, from Big Data to autonomous robots to expert systems for infrastructure control and financial services. The virtue of a collection that ranges over philosophical questions, such as this one does, lies in the prospects for a more integrated understanding of issues. These are early days in the partnership between philosophy and information technology. Philosophers and researchers are still sorting out many foundational issues. They will need to deploy all of the tools of philosophy to establish this foundation. This volume admirably showcases those tools in the hands of some excellent scholars.

Quality Management in Construction Projects
Quality Management in Construction Projects

Author: Abdul Razzak Rumane

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2017-10-17

Total Pages: 538

ISBN-13: 1498781683

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The first edition published in 2010. The response was encouraging and many people appreciated a book that was dedicated to quality management in construction projects. Since it published, ISO 9000: 2008 has been revised and ISO 9000: 2015 has published. The new edition will focus on risk-based thinking which must be considered from the beginning and throughout the project life cycle. There are quality-related topics such as Customer Relationship, Supplier Management, Risk Management, Quality Audits, Tools for Construction Projects, and Quality Management that were not covered in the first edition. Furthermore, some figures and tables needed to be updated to make the book more comprehensive.

British Social Attitudes
British Social Attitudes

Author: Alison Park

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2004-12-07

Total Pages: 366

ISBN-13: 1412933137

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′...an authoritative survey of social attitudes′ - The Daily Telegraph ′The most comprehensive study of public opinion′ - Financial Times `The Rolls Royce of opinion surveys′ - The Times The British Social Attitudes survey series is carried out by Britain′s largest independent social research institute, the National Centre for Social Research. It provides an indispensable guide to current political and social issues in contemporary Britain. The most comprehensive review of changing British social values available, the British Social Attitudes survey report is an essential reading for anyone seeking a guide to the topical issues and debates of today or engaged in contemporary social and political research.

Country Breakfasts
Country Breakfasts

Author: Ken Haedrich

Publisher: Galahad Books

Published: 1999-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781578660490

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For many, breakfast is the most important -- and most beloved -- meal of the day. This inspired collection will delight breakfast fans and recruit new ones with cozy beginnings such as Blueberry Banana Pancakes, Classic Sour Cream Waffles, Sugar-Dusted Strawberry Crepes, Poached Eggs Provencal, Olive Oil Roasted Potatoes, Curried Vegetable Hash, and Buckwheat Buttermilk Biscuits. Each recipe is desired to go quickly from counter or stovetop to table and features fresh ingredients that celebrate the season. Greet an April morning with Spring Herb Omelets and Lemon Cornmeal Shortcakes. Summer mornings light up with Sparkling Strawberries and Grapefruit accompanied by delicate Crepes with Cherry Preserves and Toasted Almonds. Chilly autumn days begin beautifully with Banana Walnut Muffins and Eggs Creole, and cold winter mornings heat up quickly with steaming mugs of hot cocoa and savory Bacon, Egg, and Potato Pie. From the simple to the sublime, Ken Haedrich presents a wholesome, utterly delicious array of meals to begin each day of the year.