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To Air is Human

One Man's Quest to Become the World's Greatest Air Guitarist

By: Bjorn Turoque,Dan Crane

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To Air is Human

One Man's Quest to Become the World's Greatest Air Guitarist

By: Bjorn Turoque,Dan Crane

“Make Air, Not War” is the personal motto of Dan Crane, the musician who decided to put his “there” guitar aside and reinvent himself as Björn Türoque: the take-no-prisoners future of competitive air guitar. Jeopardizing love and livelihood to join the ruthless international circuit of the World Air Guitar Championships, Björn Türoque (pronounced “b-yorn too-RAWK”) began a three-year odyssey to secure what was rightfully his (and America’s!)—the air guitar world crown. To Air is Human is the riotous tale of one man’s journey through a world of wheelchair-bound Christian air rockers, spandex-jumpsuit fittings, Finnish stunt wolves, catatonic ‘80s guitar heroes, air groupies, Aireoke™, Air Supply, dry-ice injuries, and ultimately, good vs. evil (in the form of Björn’s rival pretender to the air guitar throne). But it is also a sincere and penetrating account of the pursuit of an elusive, intangible, and perhaps nonexistent goal: to achieve “airness”—that is, when air guitar transcends the “real” art that it imitates and becomes an art form in and of itself. “Björn Türoque is so good that people with real guitars now have contests to see who can do the best imitation of his air guitar imitation.”—Malcolm Gladwell, author of Blink and The Tipping Point

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1440625387

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9781440625381

Automation in the Virtual Testing of Mechanical Systems

Theories and Implementation Techniques

By: Ole Ivar Sivertsen,Bjorn Haugen

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Automation in the Virtual Testing of Mechanical Systems

Theories and Implementation Techniques

By: Ole Ivar Sivertsen,Bjorn Haugen

Automation in the Virtual Testing of Mechanical Systems: Theories and Implementation Techniques provides a practical understanding of Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE), an approach that is driving automation in engineering. Companies are using the technology to automate engineering tasks, achieving gains in output, and saving time. This book will be the main source of information available for implementing KBE systems, integrating KBE with the finite element methods, and showing how KBE is used to automate engineering and analysis of mechanical systems. The process of combining KBE with optimization techniques is explored, and the use of software tools is presented in some detail. Features Introduces automation with Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE) in generic mechanical design Develops a framework for generic mechanism modeling including a library format Explores a KBE environment for generic design automation Includes design cases in KBE Gives a presentation of the interwoven technologies used in modern design environments

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208

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CRC Press

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0429879075

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9780429879074

Measuring in Situ Mechanical Properties of Pavement Subgrade Soils

By: David E. Newcomb,Bjorn Birgisson,Björn Birgisson

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Measuring in Situ Mechanical Properties of Pavement Subgrade Soils

By: David E. Newcomb,Bjorn Birgisson,Björn Birgisson

This synthesis report will be of interest to pavement and geotechnical design and research engineers, geologists and engineering geologists, and related laboratory personnel. It describes the current practice for measuring in situ mechanical properties of pavement subgrade soils. The tests conducted to measure the mechanical properties of soil strength and stiffness are the primary topics, and these are discussed in the context of design procedures, factors affecting mechanical properties, and the variability of measurements. Information for the synthesis was collected by surveying U.S., Canadian, and selected European transportation agencies and by conducting a literature search. This TRB report provides information on existing and emerging technologies for static and dynamic, and destructive and nondestructive testing for measuring in situ mechanical properties of pavement subgrade soils. Correlations between in situ and laboratory tests are presented. The effects of existing layers on the measurement of subgrade properties, and soil spatial and seasonal variability are discussed. Most importantly, the use of soil properties in pavement design and evaluation are explained. New applications or improvements to existing test methods to support the use of mechanistic/stochastic-based pavement design procedures are also explained.

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Transportation Research Board

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0309068576

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Surface Chemistry of Surfactants and Polymers

By: Bengt Kronberg,Krister Holmberg,Bjorn Lindman

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Surface Chemistry of Surfactants and Polymers

By: Bengt Kronberg,Krister Holmberg,Bjorn Lindman

This book gives the reader an introduction to the field of surfactants in solution as well as polymers in solution. Starting with an introduction to surfactants the book then discusses their environmental and health aspects. Chapter 3 looks at fundamental forces in surface and colloid chemistry. Chapter 4 covers self-assembly and 5 phase diagrams. Chapter 6 reviews advanced self-assembly while chapter 7 looks at complex behaviour. Chapters 8 to 10 cover polymer adsorption at solid surfaces, polymers in solution and surface active polymers, respectively. Chapters 11 and 12 discuss adsorption and surface and interfacial tension, while Chapters 13- 16 deal with mixed surfactant systems. Chapter 17, 18 and 19 address microemulsions, colloidal stability and the rheology of polymer and surfactant solutions. Wetting and wetting agents, hydrophobization and hydrophobizing agents, solid dispersions, surfactant assemblies, foaming, emulsions and emulsifiers and microemulsions for soil and oil removal complete the coverage in chapters 20-25.

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496

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119961246

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9781119961246

Artificial Particle Beams in Space Plasma Studies

By: Bjorn Grandal,A. North

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Artificial Particle Beams in Space Plasma Studies

By: Bjorn Grandal,A. North

These proceedings are based upon the invited review papers and the research notes presented at the NATO Advanced Research Institute on "Artificial Particle Beams in Space Plasma Studies" held at Geilo, Norway April 21-26, 1981. In the last decade a number of research groups have employed artificial particle beams both from sounding rockets and satellites in order to study various ionospheric and magnetospheric phenomena. However, the artificial particle beams used in this manner have given rise to a number of puzzling effects. Thus, instead of being just a probe for studying the ambient magnetosphere, the artificial particle beams have presented a rich variety of plasma physics problems, in parti~ular various discharge phenomena, which in themselves are worthy of a careful study. The experimental studies in space using artificial particle beams have in turn given rise to both theore tical and laboratory studies. In the laboratory experi ments special attention has been paid to the problem of creating spacelike conditions in the vacuum chamber. The theoretical. work has addressed the question of beam plasma-neutral interaction with emphasis on the wave generation and the modified energy distributions of the charged particles. Numerical simulations have been used extensively. With the advent of the Space Shuttle in which several artificial particle beam experiments are planned for the 1980's, there is a growing interest in such experiments. Furthermore, there is a need for coordinating these studies, both in space and in the laboratory.

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688

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Springer Science & Business Media

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1468442236

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9781468442236

Composite Structures

Safety Management

By: Dr. Bjorn F. Backman

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Composite Structures

Safety Management

By: Dr. Bjorn F. Backman

Composite Structures extends the focus to all the entities that participate in the successful quest for safety and demonstrates how design, manufacturing, maintenance, (inspection), operation, and requirements (regulations) all are part of successful, safe innovation and necessary to assure safe flight through the life of the vehicle. It addresses the notion that safety is a function of time and that vigilant risk management is only successful if it includes all participating entities. It is a companion to the author's first volume, Composite Structure: Design, Safety and Innovation, published by Elsevier in June 2005. - Eliminates an unacceptable 'gap' in the world of safety - Represents a 'new' approach to designing, manufacturing, maintaining, operating and regulating composite airplane structures - Written for professionals in the aerospace structural development arena whether in indusrty, academia or government

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Elsevier

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0080564976

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9780080564975

Asia's Wildlife

A Journey to the Forests of Hope (Proceeds Support Birdlife International)

By: Fanny Lai,Bjorn Olesen

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Asia's Wildlife

A Journey to the Forests of Hope (Proceeds Support Birdlife International)

By: Fanny Lai,Bjorn Olesen

Close-up views of endangered fauna in their natural habitats are difficult enough to obtain, but the breathtaking artistic quality of the photography in this valuable documentation of Asia's disappearing forest habitats makes this book highly recommended for both scientists and nature lovers alike." --Robert Stuebing, The Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago. Author of A Field Guide to the Snakes of Borneo Asia's Wildlife provides rare insights into Asia's breathtaking tropical forests and the rare species that inhabit them--many of which are now endangered. Proceeds from this book will go to support the conservation activities of BirdLife International. Produced to raise funds and awareness of nature conservation through their Forest of Hope program, Asia's Wildlife is a mesmerizing year-long photographic journey of the expedition taken by Fanny Lai and photographer Bjorn Olesen. Readers can become part of their journey as they observe, photograph, and describe Asia's most distinctive animal species. The trip brings you to the most remote and biodiverse forests in eight different countries in Asia, and gives you the opportunity to learn about rarely seen--let alone photographed--endangered animal species. Over 190 images and illustrations feature 129 different animal species, of which 72 are national endemics, including: The Giant Cloud Rat The majestic Philippine Eagle The critically endangered Helmeted Hornbill And many other fascinating creatures! Discover the ongoing conservation efforts to protect these precious forests, as well as very real threats to the future of the animals and habitats.

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315

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Tuttle Publishing

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1462919928

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9781462919925

DNA Interactions with Polymers and Surfactants

By: Rita Dias,Bjorn Lindman

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DNA Interactions with Polymers and Surfactants

By: Rita Dias,Bjorn Lindman

A broad overview of the interaction of DNA with surfactants and polymers Due to the potential benefits of biotechnology, interest in the interaction between DNA and surfactants and polymers has become increasingly significant. Now, DNA Interactions with Polymers and Surfactants provides an extensive, up-to-date overview of the subject, giving readers a basis for understanding the factors leading to complexation between DNA and different cosolutes, including metal ions, polyelectrolytes, spermine, spermidine, surfactants and lipids, and proteins. Topical coverage includes: Polyelectrolytes, physico-chemical aspects and biological significance Solution behavior of nucleic acids Single DNA molecules: compaction and decompaction Interaction of DNA with surfactants and cationic polymers Interactions of histones with DNA DNA-DNA interactions The hydration of DNA-amphiphile complexes DNA-surfactant/lipid complexes at liquid interfaces DNA and DNA-surfactant complexes at solid surfaces The role of correlation forces for DNA-cosolute interactions Simulations of polyions Cross-linked DNA gels and gel particles DNA as an amphiphilic polymer Lipid-DNA interactions Covering both theoretical and practical aspects of the subject, DNA Interactions with Polymers and Surfactants is an ideal resource for chemists and biochemists working in gene and DNA delivery research in industry and academia, as well as for cell biologists, chemical engineers, molecular biologists, and development biologists in the pharmaceutical industry.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0470286350

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9780470286357

To Air is Human

One Man's Quest to Become the World's Greatest Air Guitarist

By: Bjorn Turoque,Dan Crane

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To Air is Human

One Man's Quest to Become the World's Greatest Air Guitarist

By: Bjorn Turoque,Dan Crane

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To Air is Human

To Air is Human

Automation in the Virtual Testing of Mechanical Systems

Automation in the Virtual Testing of Mechanical Systems

Measuring in Situ Mechanical Properties of Pavement Subgrade Soils

Measuring in Situ Mechanical Properties of Pavement Subgrade Soils

Surface Chemistry of Surfactants and Polymers

Surface Chemistry of Surfactants and Polymers

Artificial Particle Beams in Space Plasma Studies

Artificial Particle Beams in Space Plasma Studies

Composite Structures

Composite Structures

Asia's Wildlife

Asia's Wildlife

DNA Interactions with Polymers and Surfactants

DNA Interactions with Polymers and Surfactants

To Air is Human

To Air is Human

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