When life gets rough, it either makes you or breaks you. In the solitude of prison, so far away from the natural elements, you discover much about yourself and others, behind and beyond these iron bars and concrete walls. Observation, Perseverance, Patience and Implementation becomes your dearest companions and assist enhancing your knowledge and answers all questions concerning your inner and outer surroundingsincluding yourself! Growing within by accepting the facts of reality, seeing and understanding that the meanings of words no longer has one or two meanings. The meaning of a word is how you define and describe it to your life. Overcoming all impossibilities only to be hindered by invisible stagnation with the only avenue to keep from going insane is to calmly exercise the mental by placing your thoughts and feelings somewhere you can set yourself free. Ive chosen my somewhere on paper and call itSilent Expressions. Silent Expressions is whats on my mind, which became my life in this world of mine. Its a deep thoughtful masterpiece and insight of my maturity, streetness, urbaness, and reality acceptance of this cold, cruel and sometimes sweet world, as my emotions and thoughts overflow and spill out in abundance, poetically. Loyalty, betrayal, hate, love, family, friends and hidden agendasthe true feelings of others that they seek to hide behind kind words and smiles but ultimately manifest through their actions, attempting to camouflage and perplex the molestation of facts and common sense that most hurry to deny through word semantics. Many people may want to shout their opinions, yell out their facts or express it the best way they can . . . Ive chosen to silently express mines through this collection of what I label urban poetry. So I invite you all into my mind, life and world silently through . . . SILENT EXPRESSIONS. -- Author Sin Raws
Sunniys Ahmeds unexpected death leave his future child fatherless and twin sister Sadjah forever grieving and his best friend/partner Ruyheak Tuyseen Walker alone in the game after surviving the attempted assassination. Realizing that it was a hit on him and Sunniy, Tuyseen was determined to unravel the surprising mystery and get revenge, even if many lives depended on it nbsp; Being assigned to solve the sudden murders, Philadelphias Homicide detective Jerry Lendberg seeks he leaks to the streets through his many informants while the imprisoned Derrick Steel Toe Hennick plots his escape from the prison to pay Jerry Lenberg back for his betrayal. nbsp; Vowing to bring many deaths for the gruesome demise of his youngest nephew, the notorious oriental drug lord and leader of Phillys Pure Oriental Blood, Wengkimi brings the art of war to the city streets. nbsp; Tuyseen being left an enormous amount of Terror and other street material by his wealthy Arab/Columbian connect Ingy Silanoji to supply the entire East and West Coast falls into a relationship with Sadjah that ultimately comes to a bloody and corrupted end. nbsp; Will anyone accomplish their goals in becoming happy and fulfilling their promises before they Reap What They Saw? Read to be All N and find out.
Sunniys Ahmeds unexpected death leave his future child fatherless and twin sister Sadjah forever grieving and his best friend/partner Ruyheak Tuyseen Walker alone in the game after surviving the attempted assassination. Realizing that it was a hit on him and Sunniy, Tuyseen was determined to unravel the surprising mystery and get revenge, even if many lives depended on it nbsp; Being assigned to solve the sudden murders, Philadelphias Homicide detective Jerry Lendberg seeks he leaks to the streets through his many informants while the imprisoned Derrick Steel Toe Hennick plots his escape from the prison to pay Jerry Lenberg back for his betrayal. nbsp; Vowing to bring many deaths for the gruesome demise of his youngest nephew, the notorious oriental drug lord and leader of Phillys Pure Oriental Blood, Wengkimi brings the art of war to the city streets. nbsp; Tuyseen being left an enormous amount of Terror and other street material by his wealthy Arab/Columbian connect Ingy Silanoji to supply the entire East and West Coast falls into a relationship with Sadjah that ultimately comes to a bloody and corrupted end. nbsp; Will anyone accomplish their goals in becoming happy and fulfilling their promises before they Reap What They Saw? Read to be All N and find out.
When life gets rough, it either makes you or breaks you. In the solitude of prison, so far away from the natural elements, you discover much about yourself and others, behind and beyond these iron bars and concrete walls. Observation, Perseverance, Patience and Implementation becomes your dearest companions and assist enhancing your knowledge and answers all questions concerning your inner and outer surroundingsincluding yourself! Growing within by accepting the facts of reality, seeing and understanding that the meanings of words no longer has one or two meanings. The meaning of a word is how you define and describe it to your life. Overcoming all impossibilities only to be hindered by invisible stagnation with the only avenue to keep from going insane is to calmly exercise the mental by placing your thoughts and feelings somewhere you can set yourself free. Ive chosen my somewhere on paper and call itSilent Expressions. Silent Expressions is whats on my mind, which became my life in this world of mine. Its a deep thoughtful masterpiece and insight of my maturity, streetness, urbaness, and reality acceptance of this cold, cruel and sometimes sweet world, as my emotions and thoughts overflow and spill out in abundance, poetically. Loyalty, betrayal, hate, love, family, friends and hidden agendasthe true feelings of others that they seek to hide behind kind words and smiles but ultimately manifest through their actions, attempting to camouflage and perplex the molestation of facts and common sense that most hurry to deny through word semantics. Many people may want to shout their opinions, yell out their facts or express it the best way they can . . . Ive chosen to silently express mines through this collection of what I label urban poetry. So I invite you all into my mind, life and world silently through . . . SILENT EXPRESSIONS. -- Author Sin Raws
This dictionary is intended for anyone who is interested in translation and translation technology. Especially, translation as an academic discipline, a language activity, a specialized profession, or a business undertaking. The book covers theory and practice of translation and interpretation in a number of areas. Addressing and explaining important concepts in computer translation, computer-aided translation, and translation tools. Most popular and commercially available translation software are included along with their website addresses for handy reference. This dictionary has 1,377 entries. The entries are alphabetized and defined in a simple and concise manner.
Plastics and Sustainability: Practical Approaches provides a broad overview of sustainability as applied to plastics, offering a range of opportunities and solutions to be applied in an academic or industrial setting. The book begins by introducing the challenges and opportunities relating to plastics and environmental sustainability. This is followed by detailed eco-profiles organized by polymer category. Subsequent chapters explore various approaches to plastics sustainability, with in-depth coverage of incineration technology for energy recovery, pyrolysis for chemical recovery, blending technology, design, packaging, circular economy, and biopolymers. Finally, international policies are summarized. The book aims to provide a broad source of information and a range of options to readers on how to evaluate and improve the sustainability of plastics, with analyses of the advantages and drawbacks of different technologies and materials. Authored by two professional engineers with substantial experience in industry and consultancy, this is a valuable resource for all those looking for a wide-ranging overview of sustainability as applied to plastics, including researchers and advanced students from a range of materials science and engineering disciplines, and engineers, manufacturers, scientists, and R&D professionals from a range of industries. Offers detailed information on plastics eco-profiles, biopolymers, related challenges, and design and circular economy considerations Presents the latest processing technologies for plastic waste, covering incineration and energy recovery, pyrolysis and chemical recovery, and blending Includes practical guidance on recycling technology, supply chain management, costs, societal impact and international policy
A one-of-a-kind text offering an introduction to the use of spectroscopic ellipsometry for novel material characterization In Introduction to Spectroscopic Ellipsometry of Thin Film Materials: Instrumentation, Data Analysis and Applications, a team of eminent researchers delivers an incisive exploration of how the traditional experimental technique of spectroscopic ellipsometry is used to characterize the intrinsic properties of novel materials. The book focuses on the scientifically and technologically important two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenides (2D-TMDs), magnetic oxides like manganite materials, and unconventional superconductors, including copper oxide systems. The distinguished authors discuss the characterization of properties, like electronic structures, interfacial properties, and the consequent quasiparticle dynamics in novel quantum materials. Along with illustrative and specific case studies on how spectroscopic ellipsometry is used to study the optical and quasiparticle properties of novel systems, the book includes: Thorough introductions to the basic principles of spectroscopic ellipsometry and strongly correlated systems, including copper oxides and manganites Comprehensive explorations of two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenides Practical discussions of single layer graphene systems and nickelate systems In-depth examinations of potential future developments and applications of spectroscopic ellipsometry Perfect for master’s- and PhD-level students in physics and chemistry, Introduction to Spectroscopic Ellipsometry of Thin Film Materials will also earn a place in the libraries of those studying materials science seeking a one-stop reference for the applications of spectroscopic ellipsometry to novel developed materials.
This study presents the development of an expanded biorefinery processing network for producing biofuels that combines biochemical and thermochemical conversion platforms. The expanded network is coupled to a framework that uses a superstructure based optimization approach to generate and compare of a large number of alternatives at their optimal points. In this study the superstructure for thermochemical conversion route is formulated by using NREL studies of thermochemical conversion of biomass considering 3 biomass feedstocks, 2 products, 3 by-products and 18 processing intervals with combination of 72 processing intervals. This superstructure was integrated with an earlier developed superstructure for biochemical conversion routes thereby forming a formidable number of biorefinery alternatives. The expanded network was demonstrated to be versatile and useful as a decision support tool for identifying at early stage optimal biorefinery concept with respect to technical, economic and environmental criteria.
Polylactic Acid (PLA) is the first viable thermoplastic that can be produced from a plant-based feedstock such as corn or sugar cane, and yet be processed by the conventional melt processing technologies. At the same time, Polylactic Acid is produced at the largest industrial scale of all biodegradable polymers. It is being used in biomedical applications, for bottle production and in compostable food packaging. It is also being evaluated as a material for tissue engineering. Mass production has tremendously reduced the cost of PLA production, making it an economically viable choice for fabrication of domestic containers, plastic bags, and fibers. Commercial-scale plants today produce hundreds of thousand tons of PLA per year.This book provides a practical guide for the engineers and scientists involved in working with PLA and developing the many new products that are emerging for this important biopolymer. The current market situation for PLA and biodegradable polymers is described as well as applications across a range of market sectors, and the mechanical, chemical, thermal, rheology, and degradation properties of PLA. An essential reference for engineers, scientists and product designers considering switching to a sustainable plastic Covers the properties, synthesis and polymerization of PLA, and processing techniques involved in fabricating parts from this polymer
The data economy" is a term used by many, but properly understood by few. Even more so the concept of "big data". Both terms embody the notion of a digital world in which many transactions and data flows animate a virtual space. This is the unseen world in which technology has become the master, with the hand of the human less visible. In fact, however, it is human interaction in and around technology that makes data so pervasive and important – the ability of the human mind to extract, manipulate and shape data that gives meaning to it. This book outlines the findings and conclusions of a multidisciplinary team of data scientists, lawyers, and economists tasked with studying both the possibilities of exploiting the rich data sets made available from many human–technology interactions and the practical and legal limitations of trying to do so. It revolves around a core case study of Singapore’s public transport system, using data from both the private company operating the contactless payment system (EZ-Link) and the government agency responsible for public transport infrastructure (Land Transport Authority). In analysing both the possibilities and the limitations of these data sets, the authors propose policy recommendations in terms of both the uses of large data sets and the legislation necessary to enable these uses while protecting the privacy of users.
Microplastics Pollution and Worldwide Policies on Plastic Use discusses microplastic pollution and global policies developed to tackle the problem. It details the mechanisms of microplastics occurrence, sources, and impacts. It then offers a comprehensive overview of the various policies created by specific countries in Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Africa to address plastics use and minimize its effects. Describes microplastics pollution found worldwide in drinking water and food chains. Addresses policies implemented in Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Africa and details local policies for various countries within each region, including requirements and penalties for non-compliance. Explains the mission and vision of global organizations such as the United Nations, G7, World Economic Forum, World Bank, and Lisbon Treaty. This book is aimed at academics, industrial professionals, policy makers, and general readers interested in the mitigation of microplastic pollution.
This anthology of “genuinely haunting noir fiction” set in the Golden City features new stories by Jim Nisbet, Alejandro Murguía, Michelle Tea and others (Publishers Weekly). Oscar Wilde once quipped that anyone who disappears is said to be seen in in San Francisco. With its famous fog, winding streets, and hazardously steep hills, it is certainly an ideal place for getting lost. It’s also an ideal setting for noir fiction. From Fisherman’s Warf and The Golden Gate Bridge to The Haight-Ashbury, Chinatown, and Russian Hill, fifteen authors explore the sordid side of the City by the Bay in this sterling collection. San Francisco Noir features brand-new stories by Barry Gifford, Robert Mailer Anderson, Michelle Tea, Peter Plate, Kate Braverman, Domenic Stansberry, David Corbett, Eddie Muller, Alejandro Murguía, Sin Soracco, Alvin Lu, John Longhi, Will Christopher Baer, Jim Nisbet, and David Henry Sterry.
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