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Practical Linear Algebra

A Geometry Toolbox

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

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Practical Linear Algebra

A Geometry Toolbox

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

Linear algebra is growing in importance. 3D entertainment, animations in movies and video games are developed using linear algebra. Animated characters are generated using equations straight out of this book. Linear algebra is used to extract knowledge from the massive amounts of data generated from modern technology. The Fourth Edition of this popular text introduces linear algebra in a comprehensive, geometric, and algorithmic way. The authors start with the fundamentals in 2D and 3D, then move on to higher dimensions, expanding on the fundamentals and introducing new topics, which are necessary for many real-life applications and the development of abstract thought. Applications are introduced to motivate topics. The subtitle, A Geometry Toolbox, hints at the book’s geometric approach, which is supported by many sketches and figures. Furthermore, the book covers applications of triangles, polygons, conics, and curves. Examples demonstrate each topic in action. This practical approach to a linear algebra course, whether through classroom instruction or self-study, is unique to this book. New to the Fourth Edition: Ten new application sections. A new section on change of basis. This concept now appears in several places. Chapters 14-16 on higher dimensions are notably revised. A deeper look at polynomials in the gallery of spaces. Introduces the QR decomposition and its relevance to least squares. Similarity and diagonalization are given more attention, as are eigenfunctions. A longer thread on least squares, running from orthogonal projections to a solution via SVD and the pseudoinverse. More applications for PCA have been added. More examples, exercises, and more on the kernel and general linear spaces. A list of applications has been added in Appendix A. The book gives instructors the option of tailoring the course for the primary interests of their students: mathematics, engineering, science, computer graphics, and geometric modeling.

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1000403157

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Using Drawings in Assessment and Therapy

A Guide for Mental Health Professionals

By: Gerald D. Oster,Patricia Gould Crone

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Using Drawings in Assessment and Therapy

A Guide for Mental Health Professionals

By: Gerald D. Oster,Patricia Gould Crone

This updated version of the first edition condenses and synthesizes a variety of drawing directives that aid clinicians in the assessment process, as well as in therapy.

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Psychology Press

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1583910379

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Curves and Surfaces for CAGD

A Practical Guide

By: Gerald E. Farin

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Curves and Surfaces for CAGD

A Practical Guide

By: Gerald E. Farin

Preface -- Chapter 1 P. B̌ezier: How a Simple System Was Born -- Chapter 2 Introductory Material -- Chapter 3 Linear Interpolation -- Chapter 4 The de Casteljau Algorithm -- Chapter 5 The Bernstein Form of a B̌ezier Curve -- Chapter 6 B̌ezier Curve Topics -- Chapter 7 Polynomial Curve Constructions -- Chapter 8 B-Spline Curves -- Chapter 9 Constructing Spline Curves -- Chapter 10 W. Boehm: Differential Geometry I -- Chapter 11 Geometric Continuity -- Chapter 12 ConicSections -- Chapter 13 Rational B̌ezier and B-Spline Curves -- Chapter 14 Tensor Product Patches -- Chapter 15 Constructing Polynomial Patches -- Chapter 16 Composite Surfaces -- Chapter 17 B̌ezier Triangles -- Chapter 18 Practical Aspects of B̌ezier Triangles -- Chapter 19 W. Boehm: Differential Geometry II -- Chapter 20 GeometricContinuityforSurfaces -- Chapter 21 Surfaces with Arbitrary Topology -- Chapter 22 Coons Patches -- Chapter 23 Shape -- Chapter 24 Evaluation of Some Methods -- Appendix A Quick Reference of Curve ...

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Morgan Kaufmann

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1558607374

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Curves and Surfaces for Computer-Aided Geometric Design

A Practical Guide

By: Gerald Farin

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Curves and Surfaces for Computer-Aided Geometric Design

A Practical Guide

By: Gerald Farin

A leading expert in CAGD, Gerald Farin covers the representation, manipulation, and evaluation of geometric shapes in this the Third Edition of Curves and Surfaces for Computer Aided Geometric Design. The book offers an introduction to the field that emphasizes Bernstein-Bezier methods and presents subjects in an informal, readable style, making this an ideal text for an introductory course at the advanced undergraduate or graduate level. The Third Edition includes a new chapter on Topology, offers new exercises and sections within most chapters, combines the material on Geometric Continuity into one chapter, and updates existing materials and references. Implementation techniques are addressed for practitioners by the inclusion of new C programs for many of the fundamental algorithms. The C programs are available on a disk included with the text. System Requirements: IBM PC or compatibles, DOS version 2.0 or higher. - Covers representation, manipulation, and evaluation of geometric shapes - Emphasizes Bernstein-Bezier methods - Written in an informal, easy-to-read style

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Elsevier

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1483296997

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Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation

A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk

By: Gerald G. Briggs,Roger K. Freeman,Sumner J. Yaffe

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Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation

A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk

By: Gerald G. Briggs,Roger K. Freeman,Sumner J. Yaffe

An A-Z listing of drugs by generic name. Each monograph summarizes the known and/or possible effects of the drug on the fetus. It also summarizes the known/possible passage of the drug into the human breast milk. A careful and exhaustive summarization of the world literature as it relates to drugs in pregnancy and lactation. Each monograph contains six parts: Generic US name Pharmacologic class Risk factor Fetal risk summary Breast feeding summary References Features for this edition include: 1200 commonly prescribed drugs including 105 new drugs New mobile application to access the content on the go* Cross-referenced combination drugs New list of drugs contraindicated during breastfeeding New list of drugs contraindicated in pregnancy List of drugs known to cause human developmental toxicity More summaries at the beginning for pregnancy and breastfeeding Brand new trim size 8.5 x 11 4-color design Consistently formatted throughout Companion site includes fully searchable text and updates from the Briggs newsletter *App included with the book is a free version with limited content. An in-app purchase is available for an upgrade to the full app content. With the ever changing drug information and guidelines, make sure you have the most current edition of Briggs Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation to provide your patients with the best care.

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Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

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1608317080

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The Realities of Images

Imperial Brazil and the Great Drought

By: Gerald Michael Greenfield

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The Realities of Images

Imperial Brazil and the Great Drought

By: Gerald Michael Greenfield

In Feb. 1877, a letter from the county council of Telha, a town of 600 people located in the Serra da Mattos in Brazil reported that people were dying from starvation. The previous year's rainy season had been sparse, and the harvest, poor. Now, this season's rains still had not appeared. This was the Great Drought -- three years of failed rains enshrined in Brazilian memory as the worst drought ever to hit Brazil's northeast. Drought had visited the region throughout its history, with the earliest recorded occurrences dating back to the 16th century. The failure of rains in 1877 was devastating, for it caught the provinces of the north totally unprepared. The specter of periodic droughts producing dislocation and death continues to haunt the region.

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American Philosophical Society

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0871699117

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9780871699114

New Research on Methamphetamine Abuse

By: Gerald H. Toolaney

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New Research on Methamphetamine Abuse

By: Gerald H. Toolaney

Methamphetamine (METH) abuse has become a major public health problem world-wide, as demonstrated by increases in the number of emergency room visits, substance abuse treatment episodes, and arrests attributable to METH manufacture and abuse. However, there are currently no pharmacological treatments for the wide range of symptoms associated with METH abuse. One of the reasons for this problem is that our knowledge of the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the development of METH-induced psychosis and dependence is limited. This book presents a review of the recent findings on METH abuse in humans. First by describing the background and physiological effects of METH in humans. Next, by discussing the clinical findings on METH abusers derived using brain imaging techniques (single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), positron emission tomography (PET), magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS), and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)). Finally, by reviewing the potential therapeutic approaches for the treatment of METH abusers.

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Nova Publishers

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1600213782

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The Vitamins

Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health

By: Gerald F. Combs Jr.,James P. McClung

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The Vitamins

Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health

By: Gerald F. Combs Jr.,James P. McClung

The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health, Fifth Edition, provides the latest coverage of the biochemistry and physiology of vitamins and vitamin-like substances. Health-related themes present insights into the use of vitamins, not only for general nutritional balance, but also as a factor in the prevention and/or treatment of specific health issues, such as overall immunity, inflammatory diseases, obesity, and anemia. Readers will gain an understanding of the roles vitamins play in gene expression and epigenetics, providing important information on the further development of personalized medical treatments that will also allow them to establish appropriate dietary programs based on individual genetic profiles. This cohesive, well-organized presentation of each vitamin includes key words, case studies, and coverage of the metabolic functions of appropriate vitamins. The readability of this complex content is highly regarded by students, instructors, researchers, and professionals alike. - Includes diagnostic trees for vitamin deficiencies to help readers visually understand and recognize signs of specific deficiencies - Updated tables and figures throughout serve as quick references and support key takeaways - Provides learning aids, such as call-out boxes to increase comprehension and retention of important concepts

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Academic Press

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0128029838

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9780128029831

The Essentials of CAGD

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

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The Essentials of CAGD

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

Putting the G into CAGD, the authors provide a much-needed practical and basic introduction to computer-aided geometric design. This book will help readers understand and use the elements of computer-aided geometric design, curves and surfaces, without the mathematical baggage that is necessary only for more advanced work. Though only minimal backg

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CRC Press

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143986411X

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NURBS for Curve & Surface Design

From Projective Geometry to Practical Use

By: Gerald Farin

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NURBS for Curve & Surface Design

From Projective Geometry to Practical Use

By: Gerald Farin

Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines have become the de facto standard in CAD/CAM and computer graphics. This well-known book covers NURBS from their geometric beginnings to their industrial applications. The second edition incorporates new results and a chapter on Pythagorean curves, a development that shows promise in applications such as NC machining or robot motion control. Includes more than fifty new figures.

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A K Peters, Ltd.

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1568810849

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Mathematical Principles for Scientific Computing and Visualization

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

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Mathematical Principles for Scientific Computing and Visualization

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

This non-traditional introduction to the mathematics of scientific computation describes the principles behind the major methods, from statistics, applied mathematics, scientific visualization, and elsewhere, in a way that is accessible to a large part of the scientific community. Introductory material includes computational basics, a review of coordinate systems, an introduction to facets (planes and triangle meshes) and an introduction to computer graphics. The scientific computing part of the book covers topics in numerical linear algebra (basics, solving linear system, eigen-problems, SVD, and PCA) and numerical calculus (basics, data fitting, dynamic processes, root finding, and multivariate functions). The visualization component of the book is separated into three parts: empirical data, scalar values over 2D data, and volumes.

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156881321X

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Curves and Surfaces for CAGD

A Practical Guide

By: Gerald E. Farin

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Curves and Surfaces for CAGD

A Practical Guide

By: Gerald E. Farin

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Morgan Kaufmann

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Perioperative Medicine: Just The Facts

By: Steven Cohn,Gerald Smetana,Harrison Weed

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Perioperative Medicine: Just The Facts

By: Steven Cohn,Gerald Smetana,Harrison Weed

Essential, must-know facts presented in a quick-summary format This concise yet comprehensive review is the perfect tool to prepare for certification, recertification, CME--or for use as a clinical refresher. Featuring expert insights, its highly efficient format conveniently condenses and simplifies the most important content for maximum yield and minimum time. FEATURES: Ideal for internists, hospitalists, and all clinicians who provide medical care for the surgical patient Streamlined, bulleted format ensures quick comprehension of key concepts and reinforces your understanding of the most complex topics in medical consultation and perioperative medicine Expert, up-to-date coverage of the most critical, need-to-know concepts in perioperative care, from preoperative risk assessment to postoperative follow-up--and much more An incisive look at comorbid conditions, assessment, and surgical care implications Logically organized, easy-to-follow chapters help focus your study and provide rapid access to specific subjects

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McGraw Hill Professional

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0071447660

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Practical Linear Algebra

A Geometry Toolbox

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

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A Geometry Toolbox

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Practical Linear Algebra

A Geometry Toolbox, Third Edition

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

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Practical Linear Algebra

A Geometry Toolbox, Third Edition

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

Through many examples and real-world applications, Practical Linear Algebra: A Geometry Toolbox, Third Edition teaches undergraduate-level linear algebra in a comprehensive, geometric, and algorithmic way. Designed for a one-semester linear algebra course at the undergraduate level, the book gives instructors the option of tailoring the course for the primary interests: math, engineering, science, computer graphics, and geometric modeling. New to the Third Edition More exercises and applications Coverage of singular value decomposition and its application to the pseudoinverse, principal components analysis, and image compression More attention to eigen-analysis, including eigenfunctions and the Google matrix Greater emphasis on orthogonal projections and matrix decompositions, which are tied to repeated themes such as the concept of least squares To help students better visualize and understand the material, the authors introduce the fundamental concepts of linear algebra first in a two-dimensional setting and then revisit these concepts and others in a three-dimensional setting. They also discuss higher dimensions in various real-life applications. Triangles, polygons, conics, and curves are introduced as central applications of linear algebra. Instead of using the standard theorem-proof approach, the text presents many examples and instructional illustrations to help students develop a robust, intuitive understanding of the underlying concepts. The authors’ website also offers the illustrations for download and includes Mathematica® code and other ancillary materials.

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Curves and surfaces for CAGD

a practical guide

By: Gerald Farin

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Curves and surfaces for CAGD

a practical guide

By: Gerald Farin

This fifth edition has been fully updated to cover the many advances made in CAGD and curve and surface theory since 1997, when the fourth edition appeared. Material has been restructured into theory and applications chapters. The theory material has been streamlined using the blossoming approach; the applications material includes least squares techniques in addition to the traditional interpolation methods. In all other respects, it is, thankfully, the same. This means you get the informal, friendly style and unique approach that has made "Curves and Surfaces for CAGD: A Practical Guide" a true classic. The book's unified treatment of all significant methods of curve and surface design is heavily focused on the movement from theory to application. The author provides complete C implementations of many of the theories he discusses, ranging from the traditional to the leading-edge. You'll gain a deep, practical understanding of their advantages, disadvantages, and interrelationships, and in the process you'll see why this book has emerged as a proven resource for thousands of other professionals and academics. * Provides authoritative and accessible information for those working with or developing computer-aided geometric design applications. * Covers all significant CAGD curve and surface design techniques-from the traditional to the experimental. * Includes a new chapter on recursive subdivision and triangular meshes. * Presents topical programming exercises useful to professionals and students alike. * Offers complete C implementations of many of the book's examples via a companion Web site.

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The Essentials of CAGD

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

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The Geometry Toolbox for Graphics and Modeling

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

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The Geometry Toolbox for Graphics and Modeling

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

The Geometry Toolbox takes a novel and particularly visual approach to teaching the basic concepts of two- and three-dimensional geometry. It explains the geometry essential for today's computer modeling, computer graphics, and animation systems. While the basic theory is completely covered, the emphasis of the book is not on abstract proofs but rather on examples and algorithms. The Geometry Toolbox is the ideal text for professionals who want to get acquainted with the latest geometric tools. The chapters on basic curves and surfaces form an ideal stepping stone into the world of graphics and modeling. It is also a unique textbook for a modern introduction to linear algebra and matrix theory.

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1439863830

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Mathematical Principles for Scientific Computing and Visualization

By: Gerald Farin,Dianne Hansford

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NURBS for Curve & Surface Design

From Projective Geometry to Practical Use

By: Gerald Farin

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From Projective Geometry to Practical Use

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Hierarchical and Geometrical Methods in Scientific Visualization

By: Gerald Farin,Bernd Hamann,Hans Hagen

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Hierarchical and Geometrical Methods in Scientific Visualization

By: Gerald Farin,Bernd Hamann,Hans Hagen

This book emerged from a DoE/NSF-sponsored workshop, held in Tahoe City, California, October 2000. About fifty invited participants presented state-of-the-art research on topics such as: - terrain modeling - multiresolution subdivision - wavelet-based scientific data compression - topology-based visualization - data structures, data organization and indexing schemes for scientific data visualization. All invited papers were carefully refereed, resulting in this collection. The book will be of great interest to researchers, graduate students and professionals dealing with scientific visualization and its applications.

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3540433139

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