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The Boy Born Dead

A Story of Friendship, Courage, and Triumph

By: David Ring,David Wideman,John Driver

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The Boy Born Dead

A Story of Friendship, Courage, and Triumph

By: David Ring,David Wideman,John Driver

Where We See Tragedy, God Sees Possibility . . . Few American epics of tragedy, intrigue, friendship, and faith will entertain and challenge the soul like the narrative inspired by the events in the real life of David Ring--a boy literally born dead who survives with sobering consequences. Living with the harsh realities of cerebral palsy, Ring faces impossible odds yet stumbles into an improbable life of inspiration and influence in the small, unassuming town of Liberty, Missouri, in the 1960s. As a teenage boy, Ring finds himself tragically orphaned and being shuffled about to various homes. Along this journey, he faces secret, unspeakable atrocities that eventually plunge him into the depths of depression and attempted suicide. But amid the harsh troubles of life, he encounters another boy his age named David, the son of a local pastor. Their unlikely friendship begins on the rocks, but eventually develops into something extraordinary and unique that alters the trajectory of both of their lives--and the whole town of Liberty--forever.

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Baker Books

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1493400576

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Just As I Am

The Life of David Ring

By: David Ring,Lela Gilbert

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Just As I Am

The Life of David Ring

By: David Ring,Lela Gilbert

D. Ring, a victim of cerebral palsy, gives his testimony of victory through Christ in spite of affliction.

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0802417337

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Graphs from Rings

By: David F. Anderson,T. Asir,Ayman Badawi,T. Tamizh Chelvam

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Graphs from Rings

By: David F. Anderson,T. Asir,Ayman Badawi,T. Tamizh Chelvam

This book gives an overview of research on graphs associated with commutative rings. The study of the connections between algebraic structures and certain graphs, especially finite groups and their Cayley graphs, is a classical subject which has attracted a lot of interest. More recently, attention has focused on graphs constructed from commutative rings, a field of study which has generated an extensive amount of research over the last three decades. The aim of this text is to consolidate this large body of work into a single volume, with the intention of encouraging interdisciplinary research between algebraists and graph theorists, using the tools of one subject to solve the problems of the other. The topics covered include the graphical and topological properties of zero-divisor graphs, total graphs and their transformations, and other graphs associated with rings. The book will be of interest to researchers in commutative algebra and graph theory and anyone interested in learning about the connections between these two subjects.

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Springer Nature

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3030884104

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9783030884109

The Earth in Context

A Guide to the Solar System

By: David M. Harland

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The Earth in Context

A Guide to the Solar System

By: David M. Harland

Distinguished space historian Harland tells an inspiring tale of scientific discovery with two interwoven strands tracing the earths geological history and the Earth in relation to the solar system. 100 illustrations.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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1852333758

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9781852333751

Commutative Algebra

With a View Toward Algebraic Geometry

By: David Eisenbud

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Commutative Algebra

With a View Toward Algebraic Geometry

By: David Eisenbud

This is a comprehensive review of commutative algebra, from localization and primary decomposition through dimension theory, homological methods, free resolutions and duality, emphasizing the origins of the ideas and their connections with other parts of mathematics. The book gives a concise treatment of Grobner basis theory and the constructive methods in commutative algebra and algebraic geometry that flow from it. Many exercises included.

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0387942696

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Ideals, Varieties, and Algorithms

An Introduction to Computational Algebraic Geometry and Commutative Algebra

By: David A Cox,John Little,Donal O'Shea

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Ideals, Varieties, and Algorithms

An Introduction to Computational Algebraic Geometry and Commutative Algebra

By: David A Cox,John Little,Donal O'Shea

This book details the heart and soul of modern commutative and algebraic geometry. It covers such topics as the Hilbert Basis Theorem, the Nullstellensatz, invariant theory, projective geometry, and dimension theory. In addition to enhancing the text of the second edition, with over 200 pages reflecting changes to enhance clarity and correctness, this third edition of Ideals, Varieties and Algorithms includes: a significantly updated section on Maple; updated information on AXIOM, CoCoA, Macaulay 2, Magma, Mathematica and SINGULAR; and presents a shorter proof of the Extension Theorem.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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0387356509

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Chain Mail Jewelry

Contemporary Designs from Classic Techniques

By: Terry Taylor,David Dylon Whyte

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Chain Mail Jewelry

Contemporary Designs from Classic Techniques

By: Terry Taylor,David Dylon Whyte

A valuable resource to help beginners and intermediates get in on the craze. With computer-generated illustrations that show every step, it introduces all the key construction procedures, including the proper methods of winding, opening and closing the metal rings.

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Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

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1579907237

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Urologic Surgical Pathology

By: David G. Bostwick,Liang Cheng

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Urologic Surgical Pathology

By: David G. Bostwick,Liang Cheng

With sweeping revisions throughout, the new edition of Urologic Surgical Pathology equips you to accurately diagnose specimens of the entire urinary tract and male reproductive system plus the adrenal glands. Comprehensive in scope, this title begins with a look at normal anatomy and histology for each organ system...followed by discussions of the pathology of congenital anomalies, inflammations, non-neoplastic diseases and neoplasia. Practical guidance in daily urological pathology sign-out and the latest recommended diagnostic approaches - with an emphasis on clinicopathologic and radiographic-pathologic correlations - makes this a true diagnostic decision-making medical reference. A consistent format enables you to locate critical information quickly, and more than 1600 high-quality illustrations - most in full color - make diagnosis even easier. "A great update of a well know textbook. Uropathology colleagues find it useful". Reviewed by: PathLab.org, June 2014 Rely on the practice-proven experience of today's authorities to identify and diagnose with confidence. Confirm your diagnostic suspicions by comparing your findings to more than 1600 color images and color graphics. Quickly locate the specific information you need through an abundance of tables, diagrams and flowcharts; boxed lists of types and causes of diseases; differential diagnosis; characteristic features of diseases; complications; classifications; and staging. Access the fully searchable text and images online at Expert Consult. Stay current with the latest information on: differential diagnosis for all tumor types encountered in urological surgical pathology practice; urologic tumor specimen handling and reporting guidelines; new entities and updated classification schemes; and newer immunohistochemical and genetic diagnostic methods. Develop targeted therapy specific to a particular patient's problem based on key molecular aspects of disease, especially in relevance to targeted therapy/personalized medicine. Provide the clinician with the most accurate diagnostic and prognostic indicators, by incorporating the latest classification and staging systems in your reports. Deepen your understanding of new diagnostic biomarkers and their utility in differential diagnosis. Your purchase entitles you to access the web site until the next edition is published, or until the current edition is no longer offered for sale by Elsevier, whichever occurs first. If the next edition is published less than one year after your purchase, you will be entitled to online access for one year from your date of purchase. Elsevier reserves the right to offer a suitable replacement product (such as a downloadable or CD-ROM-based electronic version) should access to the web site be discontinued.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0323019706

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9780323019705

Transmission Electron Microscopy

A Textbook for Materials Science

By: David B. Williams,C. Barry Carter

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Transmission Electron Microscopy

A Textbook for Materials Science

By: David B. Williams,C. Barry Carter

This groundbreaking text has been established as the market leader throughout the world. Profusely illustrated, the book provides the necessary instructions for successful hands-on application of this versatile materials characterization technique.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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038776500X

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Mechanical Testing Methodology for Ceramic Design and Reliability

By: David C. Cranmer,David W. Richerson

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Mechanical Testing Methodology for Ceramic Design and Reliability

By: David C. Cranmer,David W. Richerson

Describing the theoretical aspects of chemistry and microstructure that affect mechanical properties, this work offers coverage of ceramic mechanical property measurement techniques for use in component design as well as lifetime and reliability predictions. It presents procedures from both room- and elevated-temperature applications.

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CRC Press

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1482273411

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Machine Elements

Life and Design

By: Boris M. Klebanov,David M. Barlam,Frederic E. Nystrom

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Machine Elements

Life and Design

By: Boris M. Klebanov,David M. Barlam,Frederic E. Nystrom

Focusing on how a machine "feels" and behaves while operating, Machine Elements: Life and Design seeks to impart both intellectual and emotional comprehension regarding the "life" of a machine. It presents a detailed description of how machines elements function, seeking to form a sympathetic attitude toward the machine and to ensure its wellbeing

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1420009494

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Pathology and Intervention in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation - E-Book

By: David J. Magee,James E. Zachazewski,William S. Quillen,Robert C. Manske

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Pathology and Intervention in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation - E-Book

By: David J. Magee,James E. Zachazewski,William S. Quillen,Robert C. Manske

- NEW! The Skin and Wound Healing chapter looks at the numerous tools available to assist in objectively monitoring and treating a patient with an acute or chronic wound. - NEW! Rotator Cuff Pathology chapter highlights the anatomy, function, and etiology of the rotary cuff, and addresses rotary cuff injuries, physical examination, and non-operative and operative treatment. - UPDATED! Substantially revised chapter on the Thoracic Ring ApproachTM facilitates clinical reasoning for the treatment of the thoracic spine and ribs through the assessment and treatment of thoracic spine disorders and how they relate to the whole kinetic chain. - UPDATED! Revised Lumbar Spine – Treatment of Motor Control Disorders chapter explores some of the research evidence and clinical reasoning pertaining to instability of the lumbar spine so you can better organize your knowledge for immediate use in the clinical setting. - UPDATED! Significantly revised chapter on the treatment of pelvic pain and dysfunction presents an overview of specific pathologies pertaining to the various systems of the pelvis — and highlights how "The Integrated Systems Model for Disability and Pain" facilitates evidence-based management of the often complex patient with pelvic pain and dysfunction. - NEW! Musculoskeletal Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors chapter covers common bones tumors, anatomic considerations and rehabilitation, pediatric patients, and amputation related to cancer. - UPDATED! Thoroughly revised chapters with additional references ensure you get the most recent evidence and information available. - NEW! Full color design and illustration program reflects what you see in the physical world to help you recognize and understand concepts more quickly.

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0323310737

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20th Natural Philosophy Alliance Proceedings

By: David de Hilster

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20th Natural Philosophy Alliance Proceedings

By: David de Hilster

Natural Philosophy Alliance published in conjunction with the 20th Annual Natural Philosophy Alliance conference.

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Lulu.com

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1304195066

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Cassini at Saturn

Huygens Results

By: David M. Harland

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Cassini at Saturn

Huygens Results

By: David M. Harland

*Brings the story of the Cassini-Huygens mission and their joint exploration of the Saturnian system right up to date. *Combines a review of previous knowledge of Saturn, its rings and moons, including Titan, with new spacecraft results in one handy volume. *Provides the latest and most spectacular images, which will never have appeared before in book form. *Gives a context to enable the reader to more easily appreciate the stream of discoveries that will be made by the Cassini-Huygens mission. *Tells the exciting story of the Huygens spacecraft’s journey to the surface of Titan.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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0387739785

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9780387739786

CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide

By: David L. Cannon,Timothy S. Bergmann,Brady Pamplin

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CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide

By: David L. Cannon,Timothy S. Bergmann,Brady Pamplin

Demand for qualified and certified information systems (IS) auditors has increased dramatically since the adoption of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in 2002. Now you can prepare for CISA certification, the one certification designed specifically for IS auditors, and improve your job skills with this valuable book. Not only will you get the valuable preparation you need for the CISA exam, youll also find practical information to prepare you for the real world. This invaluable guide contains:Authoritative coverage of all CISA exam objectives, including: The IS Audit Process. IT Governance. Systems and Infrastructure Lifecycle Management. IT Service Delivery and Support. Protection of Information Assets. Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity. Practical information that will prepare you for the real world such as: Secrets of successful auditing. Government regulations at a glance. Incident handling checklist. Scenarios providing insight into professional audit systems and controls. Additional exam and career preparation tools such as: Challenging chapter review questions. A glossary of terms. Tips on preparing for exam day. Information on related certifications. A free CD-ROM with: Advanced testing software with challenging chapter review questions plus bonus practice exams so you can test your knowledge. Flashcards that run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld. The entire book in searchable and printable PDF.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0782144381

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9780782144383

Using Algebraic Geometry

By: David A Cox,John Little,Donal O'Shea

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Using Algebraic Geometry

By: David A Cox,John Little,Donal O'Shea

The discovery of new algorithms for dealing with polynomial equations, and their implementation on fast, inexpensive computers, has revolutionized algebraic geometry and led to exciting new applications in the field. This book details many uses of algebraic geometry and highlights recent applications of Grobner bases and resultants. This edition contains two new sections, a new chapter, updated references and many minor improvements throughout.

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0387207333

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Birth, Marriage, and Death : Ritual, Religion, and the Life-Cycle in Tudor and Stuart England

Ritual, Religion, and the Life-Cycle in Tudor and Stuart England

By: David Cressy

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Birth, Marriage, and Death : Ritual, Religion, and the Life-Cycle in Tudor and Stuart England

Ritual, Religion, and the Life-Cycle in Tudor and Stuart England

By: David Cressy

From childbirth and baptism through to courtship, weddings, and funerals, every stage in the life-cycle of Tudor and Stuart England was accompanied by ritual. Even under the protestantism of the reformed Church, the spiritual and social dramas of birth, marriage, and death were graced with elaborate ceremony. Powerful and controversial protocols were in operation, shaped and altered by the influences of the Reformation, the Revolution, and the Restoration. Each of the major rituals was potentially an arena for argument, ambiguity, and dissent. Ideally, as classic rites of passage, these ceremonies worked to bring people together. But they also set up traps into which people could stumble, and tests which not everybody could pass. In practice, ritual performance revealed frictions and fractures that everyday local discourse attempted to hide or to heal. Using fascinating first-hand evidence, David Cressy shows how the making and remaking of ritual formed part of a continuing debate, sometimes strained and occasionally acrimonious, which exposed the raw nerves of society in the midst of great historical events. In doing so, he vividly brings to life the common experiences of living and dying in Tudor and Stuart England.

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OUP Oxford

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0191570761

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Public Key Infrastructure

Second European PKI Workshop: Research and Applications, EuroPKI 2005, Canterbury, UK, June 30- July 1, 2005, Revised Selected Papers

By: David Chadwick

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Public Key Infrastructure

Second European PKI Workshop: Research and Applications, EuroPKI 2005, Canterbury, UK, June 30- July 1, 2005, Revised Selected Papers

By: David Chadwick

This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-proceedings of the 2nd European Public Key Infrastructure Workshop: Research and Applications, EuroPKI 2005, held in Canterbury, UK, in June/July 2005. The 18 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 43 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on authorization, risks/attacks to PKI systems, interoperability between systems, evaluating a CA, ID ring based signatures, new protocols, practical implementations, and long term archiving.

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3540280626

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9783540280620

Color and Light in Nature

By: David K. Lynch,William Charles Livingston

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Color and Light in Nature

By: David K. Lynch,William Charles Livingston

We live in a world of optical marvels - from the commonplace but beautiful rainbow, to the rare and eerie superior mirage. But how many of us really understand how a rainbow is formed, why the setting sun is red and flattened, or even why the sky at night is not absolutely black? This beautiful and informative guide provides clear explanations to all naturally occurring optical phenomena seen with the naked eye, including shadows, halos, water optics, mirages and a host of other spectacles. Separating myth from reality, it outlines the basic principles involved, and supports them with many figures and references. A wealth of rare and spectacular photographs, many in full color, illustrate the phenomena throughout. In this new edition of the highly-acclaimed guide to seeing, photographing and understanding nature's optical delights, the authors have added over 50 new images and provided new material on experiments you can try yourself.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521775043

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9780521775045

The Haskins Society Journal 12

2002. Studies in Medieval History

By: Alan Cooper,Asdis Egilsdottir,Bernard S. Bachrach,David A. Postles

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The Haskins Society Journal 12

2002. Studies in Medieval History

By: Alan Cooper,Asdis Egilsdottir,Bernard S. Bachrach,David A. Postles

Recent research on the Anglo-Saxon, Anglo-Norman, Viking and Angevin worlds of the eleventh and twelfth centuries. The latest volume of the Haskins Society Journal presents recent research on the Anglo-Saxon, Anglo-Norman, Viking and Angevin worlds of the eleventh and twelfth centuries. A set of articles explores aspects of Anglo-Saxonhistory, including the law of the highway, lordship formulas, royal succession in the ninth century, and the image of kinship under Edward the Confessor. Other contributions examine twelfth-century historians, saints lives in Normandy and Iceland, relationships between religious houses and the laity in thirteenth-century England, and eleventh-century Angevin dispute resolution. This volume of the Haskins Society Journal includes papers read at the 20th Annual Conference of the Charles Homer Haskins Society at Cornell University in October 2001 as well as other contributions. Contributors include DAVE POSTLES, JOHN GILLINGHAM, ALAN COOPER, THOMAS D. HILL, RICHARD ABELS, LYNN JONES, ASDIS EDILSDOTTIR, SAMANTHAT KAHN HERRICK, HENK TEUNIS, BERNARD S. BACHRACH.

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Boydell Press

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1843830086

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Integrated Modeling of Chemical Mechanical Planarization for Sub-Micron IC Fabrication

From Particle Scale to Feature, Die and Wafer Scales

By: Jianfeng Luo,David A. Dornfeld

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Integrated Modeling of Chemical Mechanical Planarization for Sub-Micron IC Fabrication

From Particle Scale to Feature, Die and Wafer Scales

By: Jianfeng Luo,David A. Dornfeld

Chemical mechanical planarization, or chemical mechanical polishing as it is simultaneously referred to, has emerged as one of the critical processes in semiconductor manufacturing and in the production of other related products and devices, MEMS for example. Since its introduction some 15+ years ago CMP, as it is commonly called, has moved steadily into new and challenging areas of semiconductor fabrication. Demands on it for consistent, efficient and cost-effective processing have been steady. This has continued in the face of steadily decreasing feature sizes, impressive increases in wafer size and a continuing array of new materials used in devices today. There are a number of excellent existing references and monographs on CMP in circulation and we defer to them for detailed background information. They are cited in the text. Our focus here is on the important area of process mod els which have not kept pace with the tremendous expansion of applications of CMP. Preston's equation is a valuable start but represents none of the subtleties of the process. Specifically, we refer to the development of models with sufficient detail to allow the evaluation and tradeoff of process inputs and parameters to assess impact on quality or quantity of production. We call that an "integrated model" and, more specifically, we include the important role of the mechanical elements of the process.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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3662079283

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Parallel Computer Architecture

A Hardware/Software Approach

By: David Culler,Jaswinder Pal Singh,Anoop Gupta

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Parallel Computer Architecture

A Hardware/Software Approach

By: David Culler,Jaswinder Pal Singh,Anoop Gupta

This book outlines a set of issues that are critical to all of parallel architecture--communication latency, communication bandwidth, and coordination of cooperative work (across modern designs). It describes the set of techniques available in hardware and in software to address each issues and explore how the various techniques interact.

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Gulf Professional Publishing

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1558603433

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Treehouses and Other Cool Stuff

50 Projects You Can Build

By: David Stiles

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Treehouses and Other Cool Stuff

50 Projects You Can Build

By: David Stiles

Provides instructions and plans for fifty projects for parents and children to build together, including a swinging treehouse, a model sailboat, and a totem pole.

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Gibbs Smith

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1423614054

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Exploring Ancient Skies

A Survey of Ancient and Cultural Astronomy

By: David H. Kelley,Eugene F. Milone

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Exploring Ancient Skies

A Survey of Ancient and Cultural Astronomy

By: David H. Kelley,Eugene F. Milone

Exploring Ancient Skies brings together the methods of archaeology and the insights of modern astronomy to explore the science of astronomy as it was practiced in various cultures prior to the invention of the telescope. The book reviews an enormous and growing body of literature on the cultures of the ancient Mediterranean, the Far East, and the New World (particularly Mesoamerica), putting the ancient astronomical materials into their archaeological and cultural contexts. The authors begin with an overview of the field and proceed to essential aspects of naked-eye astronomy, followed by an examination of specific cultures. The book concludes by taking into account the purposes of ancient astronomy: astrology, navigation, calendar regulation, and (not least) the understanding of our place and role in the universe. Skies are recreated to display critical events as they would have appeared to ancient observers--events such as the supernova of 1054 A.D., the "lion horoscope," and the Star of Bethlehem. Exploring Ancient Skies provides a comprehensive overview of the relationships between astronomy and other areas of human investigation. It will be useful as a reference for scholars and as a text for students in both astronomy and archaeology, and will be of compelling interest to readers who seek a broad understanding of our collective intellectual history.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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1441976248

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Biochemistry (2 Volume Set)

The Chemical Reactions of Living Cells

By: David E. Metzler

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Biochemistry (2 Volume Set)

The Chemical Reactions of Living Cells

By: David E. Metzler

Biochemistry: The Chemical Reactions of Living Cells is a well-integrated, up-to-date reference for basic biochemistry, associated chemistry, and underlying biological phenomena. Biochemistry is a comprehensive account of the chemical basis of life, describing the amazingly complex structures of the compounds that make up cells, the forces that hold them together, and the chemical reactions that allow for recognition, signaling, and movement. This book contains information on the human body, its genome, and the action of muscles, eyes, and the brain. * Thousands of literature references provide introduction to current research as well as historical background * Contains twice the number of chapters of the first edition * Each chapter contains boxes of information on topics of general interest

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012492543X

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Virtualization with Xen(tm): Including XenEnterprise, XenServer, and XenExpress

By: David E. Williams

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Virtualization with Xen(tm): Including XenEnterprise, XenServer, and XenExpress

By: David E. Williams

Complete Coverage of Xen, Including Version 3.2Virtualization with Xen is the first book to demonstrate to readers how to install, administer, and maintain a virtual infrastructure based on XenSource's latest release, Xen 3.2. It discusses best practices for setting up a Xen environment correctly the first time, maximizing the utilization of server assets while taking advantage of the fastest and most secure enterprise-grade paravirtualization architecture. It covers both basic and advanced topics, such as planning and installation, physical-to-virtual migrations, virtual machine provisioning, resource management, and monitoring and troubleshooting guests and Xen hosts.* Explore Xen's Virtualization ModelFind a complete overview of the architecture model as well of all products: Xen 3.0 , Xen Express, XenServer, and Xen Enterprise.* Deploy XenUnderstand the system requirements, learn installation methods, and see how to install Xen on a free Linux distribution.* Master the Administrator ConsoleLearn how to use the command-line tools and the remote Java-based consoler that manages the configuration and operations of XenServer hosts and VMs.* Manage Xen with Third-Party ToolsUse products like openQRM, Enomalism, and Project ConVirt to manage the VMM.* Deploy a Virtual Machine in XenLearn about workload planning and installing modified guests, unmodified guests, and Windows guests.* Explore Advanced Xen ConceptsBuild a Xen Cluster, complete a XenVM migration, and discover XenVM backup and recovery solutions.* See the Future of VirtualizationSee the unofficial Xen road map and what virtual infrastructure holds for tomorrow's data center.* See Other Virtualization Technologies and How They Compare with XenTake a look at the different types of server virtualization, other virtual machine software available, and how they compare with Xen. - Xen has the lead in the open-source community; now distributed as a standard kernel package for Novell's SLES 10 and Red Hat's RHEL 5 and Fedora Core 6 Linux distributions - Covers installation, administration, management, monitoring, and deployment planning and strategies

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0080553931

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David Vizard's How to Build Horsepower

By: David Vizard

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David Vizard's How to Build Horsepower

By: David Vizard

Extracting maximum torque and horsepower from engines is an art as well as a science. David Vizard is an engineer and more aptly an engine building artist who guides the reader through all the aspects of power production and high-performance engine building. His proven high-performance engine building methods and techniques are revealed in this all-new edition of How to Build Horsepower. Vizard goes into extreme depth and detail for drawing maximum performance from any automotive engine. The production of power is covered from the most logical point from the air entering the engine all the way to spent gasses leaving through the exhaust. Explained is how to optimize all the components in between, such as selecting heads for maximum flow or port heads for superior power output, ideal valvetrain components, realizing the ideal rocker arm ratios for a particular application, secrets for selecting the best cam, and giving unique insight into all facets of cam performance. In addition, he covers how to select and setup superchargers, nitrous oxide, ignition and other vital aspects of high-performance engine building.

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CarTech Inc

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1934709174

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9781934709177

Birds of Mississippi

By: William H. Turcotte,David L. Watts

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Birds of Mississippi

By: William H. Turcotte,David L. Watts

The first book on the diversity, distribution, conservation, and history of birds in the Magnolia State

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Univ. Press of Mississippi

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1578061105

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9781578061105

Arithmetic Algebraic Geometry

By: Brian David Conrad

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Arithmetic Algebraic Geometry

By: Brian David Conrad

The articles in this volume are expanded versions of lectures delivered at the Graduate Summer School and at the Mentoring Program for Women in Mathematics held at the Institute for Advanced Study/Park City Mathematics Institute. The theme of the program was arithmetic algebraic geometry. The choice of lecture topics was heavily influenced by the recent spectacular work of Wiles on modular elliptic curves and Fermat's Last Theorem. The main emphasis of the articles in the volume is on elliptic curves, Galois representations, and modular forms. One lecture series offers an introduction to these objects. The others discuss selected recent results, current research, and open problems and conjectures. The book would be a suitable text for an advanced graduate topics course in arithmetic algebraic geometry.

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American Mathematical Soc.

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0821886916

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9780821886915

The Industrial Electronics Handbook

By: J. David Irwin

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The Industrial Electronics Handbook

By: J. David Irwin

From traditional topics that form the core of industrial electronics, to new and emerging concepts and technologies, The Industrial Electronics Handbook, in a single volume, has the field covered. Nowhere else will you find so much information on so many major topics in the field. For facts you need every day, and for discussions on topics you have only dreamed of, The Industrial Electronics Handbook is an ideal reference.

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CRC Press

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0849383439

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9780849383434

Mission to Saturn

Cassini and the Huygens Probe

By: David M. Harland

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Mission to Saturn

Cassini and the Huygens Probe

By: David M. Harland

Saturn is back in the news! The Cassini/Huygens spacecraft, a joint venture by NASA and the European Space Agency, is on its way to Saturn, where it will arrive in July 2004. During 2005 it will explore beneath the clouds of Titan, Saturn's largest moon and potential home for extraterrestrial life. Written by an established space historian and experienced author, Mission To Saturn - Cassini and the Huygens Probe is an up-to-date and timely review of our knowledge of Saturn and its enigmatic moon, Titan, on which the Huygens probe will land to search for prebiotic chemistry or even life. It explains how the mission was planned, how it will operate and, as the spacecraft nears its target, puts into context the discoveries that are sure to follow from this once-in-a-lifetime mission.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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1852336560

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9781852336561

Broadband Communications via High Altitude Platforms

By: David Grace,Mihael Mohorcic

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Broadband Communications via High Altitude Platforms

By: David Grace,Mihael Mohorcic

A unique book with systematic and thorough coverage of HAP related issues, problems and solutions. Handbook of Broadband Communications from High Altitude Platforms provides a thorough overview and state of the art of the HAP enabling technologies, as well as describing recent research activities with most promising results. It outlines the roadmap for future development of HAPs. Focuses on placing HAPs in the perspective of current and future broadband wireless communication systems, providing the readers with an overview of the constraints affecting HAP-based broadband communications Provides a thorough overview of HAP enabling technologies, describes recent research activities with most promising results, and outlines the roadmap for future development of HAPs Covers enabling technologies and economics of HAP-based communication system including issues related to aeronautics, energetics, operating scenarios, applications and business modeling Examines the operating environment, advanced communication techniques for efficient radio link resource management, and suitable antennas Addresses multiplatform constellations, presenting the multiple HAP constellation planning procedure and discussing the networking implications of using multiple HAPs

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119957559

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