Argonauts to Astronauts

Argonauts to Astronauts

Author: Mauricio Obregón

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Published: 1980

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13:

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Retraces in sailboat or small plane the routes taken by the Argonauts, Ulysses, Columbus, Vespucci, Magellan, Elcano, and the Portuguese and Spanish explorers of the Americas.


Hybrid Dynamical Systems

Hybrid Dynamical Systems

Author: Rafal Goebel

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2012-03-18

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 1400842638

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Hybrid dynamical systems exhibit continuous and instantaneous changes, having features of continuous-time and discrete-time dynamical systems. Filled with a wealth of examples to illustrate concepts, this book presents a complete theory of robust asymptotic stability for hybrid dynamical systems that is applicable to the design of hybrid control algorithms--algorithms that feature logic, timers, or combinations of digital and analog components. With the tools of modern mathematical analysis, Hybrid Dynamical Systems unifies and generalizes earlier developments in continuous-time and discrete-time nonlinear systems. It presents hybrid system versions of the necessary and sufficient Lyapunov conditions for asymptotic stability, invariance principles, and approximation techniques, and examines the robustness of asymptotic stability, motivated by the goal of designing robust hybrid control algorithms. This self-contained and classroom-tested book requires standard background in mathematical analysis and differential equations or nonlinear systems. It will interest graduate students in engineering as well as students and researchers in control, computer science, and mathematics.


The Sacred Shore

The Sacred Shore

Author: Janette Oke

Publisher: Bethany House

Published: 2000-02

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 0764222473

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The shoreline of America means hope for some and tragedy for others.


The Meeting Place

The Meeting Place

Author: Janette Oke

Publisher: Bethany House

Published: 1999-04

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 0764221760

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Since their reunion, Nicole and Anne have formed a bond that goes beyond "sisters" to best friends. Their paths separate again when Nicole's soul-searching consideration of her uncle Charles' desire for an heir brings her to his estate in England. When Anne brings her young son to England, the bittersweet reunion starts both young women on a new journey. Will their mutual love and support be enough to sustain them as the secret of the birthright is uncovered?


The Annenbergs

The Annenbergs

Author: John E. Cooney

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Published: 1982

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13:

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"This is the colorful and dramatic biography of two of America's most controversial entrepreneurs: Moses Louis Annenberg, 'the racing wire king, ' who built his fortune in racketeering, invested it in publishing, and lost much of it in the biggest tax evasion case in United States history; and his son, Walter, launcher of TV Guide and Seventeen magazines and former ambassador to Great Britain."--Jacket.


Robust and Optimal Control

Robust and Optimal Control

Author: Kemin Zhou

Publisher: Pearson

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780134565675

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Class-tested at major institutions around the world, this work offers complete coverage of robust and H control. It features clear coverage of methodology, and provides detailed treatment of topics including Riccati equations, m theory, H loopshaping and controller reduction.


Cyber-Physical-Human Systems

Cyber-Physical-Human Systems

Author: Anuradha M. Annaswamy

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2023-07-25

Total Pages: 596

ISBN-13: 1119857406

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Cyber–Physical–Human Systems A comprehensive edited volume exploring the latest in the interactions between cyber–physical systems and humans In Cyber–Physical–Human Systems: Fundamentals and Applications, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a robust and up-to-date volume of contributions from leading researchers on Cyber–Physical–Human Systems, an emerging class of systems with increased interactions between cyber–physical, and human systems communicating with each other at various levels across space and time, so as to achieve desired performance related to human welfare, efficiency, and sustainability. The editors have focused on papers that address the power of emerging CPHS disciplines, all of which feature humans as an active component during cyber and physical interactions. Articles that span fundamental concepts and methods to various applications in engineering sectors of transportation, robotics, and healthcare and general socio-technical systems such as smart cities are featured. Together, these articles address challenges and opportunities that arise due to the emerging interactions between cyber–physical systems and humans, allowing readers to appreciate the intersection of cyber–physical system research and human behavior in large-scale systems. In the book, readers will also find: A thorough introduction to the fundamentals of cyber–physical–human systems In-depth discussions of cyber–physical–human systems with applications in transportation, robotics, and healthcare A comprehensive treatment of socio-technical systems, including social networks and smart cities Perfect for cyber–physical systems researchers, academics, and graduate students, Cyber–Physical–Human Systems: Fundamentals and Applications will also earn a place in the libraries of research and development professionals working in industry and government agencies.


The Avengers and Me

The Avengers and Me

Author: Patrick Macnee

Publisher: Titan Books (UK)

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781852868017

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Patrick Macnee tells all! The secrets of the hit TV series The Avengers are laid bare by the man who played John Steed in seven series of the show. Illustrated with many unpublished stills, behind-the-scenes photos and snaps from Macnee's private collection, this is a very personal portrait of the world's best-loved cult action-adventure series.