This book shows how to prepare titania rich slag from metallized ilmenite using thermal plasma processing. The author reveals the development of a thermal plasma process alternative to the current used ones, which are highly energy costly. The appropriate design of the plasma reactor, which is crucial for achieving reduced energy consumption, is described in this book. The content can be of interest for industrial purposes.
Prepping for Survival in a Disaster - Be Tougher than the Disasters Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1 – Disaster Management Cycle Chapter 2 – Kinds of Disasters Chapter 3 – Prepping in General Chapter 4 – Survival during a Terrorist Attacks Chapter 5 – Survival during a Natural Disaster Chapter 6 – Survival during Chemical or Manmade Disasters Chapter 7 – Surviving Disasters of Sabotage Chapter 8 – Surviving a Disaster of Public Disorder Chapter 9 – Surviving Disasters of Technical Mishaps Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction Disasters just happen; they do not send signals before happening, and one must be prepared to combat any such situations in life. Disaster management is basically the self-preparedness before a disaster, at the time of the disaster and post disaster. Being prepared for the worst does not necessarily mean you will avoid worst, but it can definitely mitigate the effects of the worst. Disasters can be caused naturally, and can be planned to bring some harm to a specific person or to a group of people. Whatever the case may be, it still brings a lot of pain and suffering along with it. This iswhy it is important that we try our best to avoid any kind of disasters from affecting our own lives. Disasters have certain features, and one must be prepared according to the type of the disaster. The features are listed below: -Duration (short term vs. long term) Some kinds of disasters happen for a short interval of time and it takes less time to bringour lives back on track, whereas some of them take a lot of time to resolve. A classic example for the first scenario can be a local riot and the second one can be nuclear radiation out of a chemical blast. -Scale (affecting individual or masses) There are a few situations that are very personal in nature, like your career getting sabotaged, or your water heater breaking. Then there are other circumstances like terrorist attacks, floods and etc., which inflict pain among a huge mass. -Recovery Time (Days/ Months/ Years) Situations like local theft or protests get under control within few days, but there are situations like nuclear radiation that leaves their effects for years to come.
Have you ever felt, you wished to express emotions, but words went missing? Are you an emotional person? Is Nature, a living arena of drama? Have women forgotten their worth, while living for others? Pristine Emotions is a collection of such feelings, emotions, expressions, gratitude, and virtues. This paradise of poems and few insights of wisdom takes you to a new world – to your own hidden world. A world, the expressions which you longed to speak out loud at times. The book is a bright fusion of varied shades of life. It leads the reader from a romantic love to a motivating warrior, a mystic nature, an unbelievable theatre, the essence of womanhood, meaning of humanity and to an exhibit of the virtues of life. This wonderful creation is divided into two sections - The Soul Speaks, a vibrant poetic compendium - and the World of Wisdom, which is like a takeaway from an ancient book of knowledge that can guide you towards a better and improvised version of yourself.
Bloom for yourself by Sneha Narayanan is a collection of poems about life, hope, positivity and self- acceptance. These poems will stir your soul and help you to connect to your inner self.
Paper Machete is a collection of poems spanning 15 years. It is both delicate and sharp, representing the juxtaposition of life itself. There is no light without darkness, no good without evil and no happiness without sorrow. Through the verses, it is hoped that you will rediscover the joy and pleasures of life in the sad and sardonic states of being.
In "Unveiling Bonds: Journeys of Love, Truth, and Family" Saraswati's life unfurls amidst societal expectations and the weight of tradition. As she treads the tightrope between individual dreams and familial duty, a shadowy secret from the past engulfs her world. Rishi, the man at the epicenter of this whirlwind, faces revelations that challenge everything he believed in. But when heartache, betrayal, and an unquenchable thirst for vengeance converge, can they find redemption? Dive deep into a narrative that unravels the intricate dance of love, choices, and consequence, set against the vibrant backdrop of modern India. With suspense that grips and emotions that tug, "Unveiling Bonds: Journeys of Love, Truth, and Family" is a poignant journey through dreams deferred, promises broken, and the enduring spirit of hope.
Science & Literature Connections provides an engaging way to explore scientific ideas within literacy instruction time using 32 popular children's books. Most of the selected books are readily available and many of the books have been translated into Spanish. Science & Literature Connections is organized around Bloom's Taxonomy to support a range of thinking levels and to scaffold learning. By using these materials, a teacher can create a higher-level thinking environment around literature connected with science which motivates reluctant readers. The science concepts are based on the National Science Education Standards and align with most states' science standards. Science & Literature Connections was designed for Grades K-3, however many of the "connections" may be adapted for Grades 4-5.
Death brings to life the once spooky and desolate household of Ebenezer. As Melita dwells on the irony of life, she takes readers through a poignant journey of hope, faith, fear and love. Melita’s recollections of life in the quaint village of Merapara in Kerala; her first meeting with her cousins and the adventures that follow; the harsh realities of life ; and the sights, sounds and smells of a time gone by are so vivid and forthright that one feels an instant connection with every character, which grows deeper and stronger through the passage of time. Melita also recounts the special bond she once shared with Manna, her cousin, hoping it has the strength to fight all odds and work a miracle. When K walks into her life, Melita sets out on a journey of self-discovery and realisation. Fighting the turmoil and conflicts within, she gradually understands that life throws more questions than answers. Can she make peace with herself and accept life as it is, warts and all? Can she weave a colourful rainbow that defies the many challenges? Myriad emotions, feelings and hues are beautifully woven together in this wonderful tapestry of love and longing. Lucid… poignant… Some of the pages hold the subtle fragrance of things thought lost, strange yet familiar, making one cling on to the feelings of being unsettled. - Dr. Swetha Antony, University of Delhi.
Connect with the Wisdom of the Ages :- Dive deep into the reservoirs of ancient knowledge, as this book illuminates the wisdom embedded in traditions passed down through generations.
I am writing this book to help everyone out there to understand relationships better. To understand the different types and stages of relationships. The meanings of Red Flags and Green Flags in any relationship and how they can help or affect the individuals involved in the same. To acknowledge the rise of toxicities and how to repair or mend constrained relationships in life. This is a self help book to introduce you’ll into a deeper understanding of the various relationships we come across in our lives and to know the warning signs to self sabotaging patterns due to trauma experienced by individuals over a period of time.
I am the Moon is an anthology of free verse and prose that reflects the different phases of life. In verse inspired by her personal experiences, Sneha tells how a woman feels in the different phases of her life including nursing a broken heart, knowing what love actually is, how important is healing to live, and moving from somehow surviving to live a more content, purposeful life.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Trupti Jayin, Bejan Daruwalla, Sanjay B Jumaani, Paula Horan, Ramesh Chauhan, Pandit Gopal Sharma, Nithya Shanti, Bindu Maira, Nandita Sanker, Rajyogini Shivani Didi What are your options when you get stuck in life? How do you deal with a break-up or a life-threatening disease? Do you try to be positive? But if being positive was so easy, why is the suicide rate rising instead of dipping? Why did America have to go through recession when the Law of Attraction (for attracting money) is known to each and every citizen of the country? Why are we confronting more rapes and murders? The answer is simple—Trying to be positive is not enough. Change Your Life exposes you to a variety of paranormal practices which are otherwise termed controversial, hidden, or supernatural. From the author of 21 Things Every Girl Should Know comes a book that explains the ancient healing techniques that have miraculously changed millions of lives, worldwide. The stories say one thing loud and clear. You can change your life. All you need to know is the way to do it.
The Video-Based Aural Rehabilitation Guide: Enhancing Listening and Spoken Language in Children and Adults is the first aural rehabilitation book of its kind to intertwine chapter text with over 200 captioned videos. This unique resource is intended to educate undergraduate and graduate students in speech-language pathology, audiology, and education of the deaf and hard of hearing, as well as enhance the knowledge and skills of practicing professionals. The extensive videos are also an invaluable resource for students enrolled in a clinical or student teaching practicum. Videos feature speech-language pathologists, audiologists, Listening and Spoken Language Specialists, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing, early interventionists, otologists, and occupational therapists practicing in settings such as clinics, private practices, schools, hospitals, and the community. Topics addressed in the text and videos include hearing technologies, aural rehabilitation procedures, factors that affect intervention outcomes, fundamentals of assessment, supports for education, counseling for children and adults with hearing loss, and the psychosocial well-being of persons with hearing loss and their families. The Video-Based Aural Rehabilitation Guide can be used as a stand-alone text or as a companion alongside the most frequently used aural rehabilitation textbooks. Key Features: * Over 200 captioned videos accessible on a companion site * Collaboration among 14 professionals in audiology, speech-language pathology, Listening and Spoken Language, medicine, education, research, and psychology * Chapters with concise summaries, recommended resources for further learning, and study questions with answer keys * Background information on the individuals featured in the videos * This exciting new text with instructional videos is a much-needed bridge that integrates the disciplines of speech-language pathology, audiology, and education of the deaf and hard of hearing to educate professionals serving children and adults with hearing loss and their families. NOTE: This ebook has 200+ embedded videos which could make it slower to download and open than a text-only ebook.
This book presents the detailed analytical formulation for the RCS of parallel-fed linear dipole array in the presence of mutual coupling. The radar cross section (RCS) of an object represents its electromagnetic (EM) scattering properties for a given incident wave. The analysis of scattered field is critical in military and defence arenas, especially while designing low-observable platforms. It is well-known that the presence of an antenna/array on the target influences its echo area significantly. The primary cause for such scattering of the incident signals is reflection that occurs within the antenna aperture and its feed network. In this book, the RCS estimation is done based on the signal path within the antenna system. The scattered field is expressed in terms of array design parameters including the reflection and transmission coefficients. The computed results show the variation in the RCS pattern with and without mutual coupling. The effect of finite dipole-length, inter-element spacing, scan angle, array configuration, amplitude distribution and terminating load impedance on the RCS pattern is studied. It is shown that the array RCS can be controlled by choosing optimum design parameters, including terminating impedance and geometric configuration. This book explains each step of the RCS estimation and analysis of dipole array with detailed schematics, tables and illustrations. Moreover, it includes parametric analysis of RCS estimation and control. This book provides an insight into the phenomenon of scattering within the phased array system.
Arianna is a lonely girl who lives in a far off island with no friends... but one night when, the fairy she has dreamed of meeting her whole life shows up at her window... and asks for help. Arianna can't believe what she's seeing.. but the problem is.. she doesn't know what to do Should she go ask someone for help? Or does Arianna have to watch the fairy of her dreams fade away....
Table of Contents Introduction Why is it so important to save food? It is important to plan before storing Allocation of money for storing food Proper food management Variety of food that can be stored It is important to throw away decomposed food Techniques of storing food for longer duration Equipment and utilities that we need to have Storage Techniques Storage Methods It is important to buy the correct products Substitutes at the time of prolonged disaster Water storage and its importance Conclusion Author bio Publisher Introduction We are aware of the fact that disasters can strike at any time of day, and at any place. We are also aware of the fact that we should remain prepared to overcome any such situations and for that we should have some kind of backup. We even know that we should always have some kind of food and water storage, for some days; this will ensure that we are able to live a normal life until the bad effect of the disaster is over. But, the whole question is do we actually follow the simple rule of life, or do we even know the whole process of prepping? Most of the time people face some kind of atrocious situation only because of lack of knowledge about a particular thing. This same case is applicable here, where one does not have adequate knowledge on what to store and how much to store. We sometimes waste a lot of money on buying what is not important and even if we buy correct supply, we do not have adequate knowledge about the storage system of food. This leads to wastage of lot of money, and also does not provide surety on the survival plan. In this book we will discuss about all the parts in detail, so that a person is able to fight back in tough situations, without having to invest a lot of money in it.
MO, a young panda is brought to Bubaland forests in India. While exploring her new home in the jungles, MO meets Angka, a hornbill & Fero, a tortoise. The three of them become very good friends and are seen having gala moments in the forests. The scene from Bubaland takes a twist when Fero’s life is in danger, leaving MO & Angka in a fix. OM, a wise bull comes to their rescue suggesting the Sacred Nectar from the Secret Valley as the only way to rescue Fero. Both OM & MO set on an adventure ride in their two wheeler scooty in the middle of the night to draw the Sacred Nectar. While they encounter a lot of hurdles from the demon Mandeha, OM reveals some secrets that help MO to not just tackle the demon and bring home the Sacred Nectar but also gives a glimpse of her true purpose and identity. Drawing inspiration from the message of the Upanishads, the most precious wisdom of life has been presented in a story format through interesting sequences and plots with a sole objective of getting the youth to think and introspect about the highest dimension in life!
This isn't just a book this is a feeling of how you get attached and then suddenly you realize you were the only one in the relationship. It's about how suddenly things shatter and you realize there are bigger things to deal with than your own emotion. A elementary school girl used to get bullied by her classmates and after a year everything shut down the whole city shut down. Nobody knew why. Things just get messed up when she tries to find out...
Climate change poses challenging policy tradeoffs for India. The country faces the challenge of raising living standards for a population of 1.4 billion while at the same time needing to be a critical contributor to reducing global GHG emissions. The government has implemented numerous policies to promote the manufacturing and use of renewable energy and shift away from coal, but much still needs to be done to reach India’s 2070 net zero goal. Reducing GHG emissions will almost certainly have a negative impact on growth in the short run and have important distributional consequences for individuals and communities who today rely on coal. But with the right policies, these costs—which are non-negligible but dwarfed by the cost of climate change over the next decade if no action is taken—can be significantly curtailed. This paper provides an in depth review of the current climate policy landscape in India and models emissions trajectories under different policy options to reduce GHG emissions.
“Not all words can be expressed by the tongue neither is every ear here to hear. But every soul keeps humming its song secretly wishing for another soul to understand.” Solivagant musings is a collection of long and short poems. The subjects of the poems include depression, loneliness and heartbreak, each ending with a positive note because you smile the brightest when you come out of your darkness. And verses on different forms of love (mother’s love, latent love, your love for books and writing), each bringing a surge of emotion in it’s own way. It also includes verses on societal differences, femininity and harassment of women to remind the ones who are forgetting that we too belong here. It is a compilation of verses on various emotions in no particular order depicting the unpredictability of emotions offered by life. What if I said I could see your lips quiver out of pain Though you always had a perfect smile, I know how you are always ready to walk An extra mile. What if I said I could feel your pain deep in my bones As if it were mine, I know today was worse than you thought But I pray tomorrow shall be fine.
This book presents a detailed and systematic analytical treatment of scattering by an arbitrary dipole array configuration with unequal-length dipoles, different inter-element spacing and load impedance. It provides a physical interpretation of the scattering phenomena within the phased array system. The antenna radar cross section (RCS) depends on the field scattered by the antenna towards the receiver. It has two components, viz. structural RCS and antenna mode RCS. The latter component dominates the former, especially if the antenna is mounted on a low observable platform. The reduction in the scattering due to the presence of antennas on the surface is one of the concerns towards stealth technology. In order to achieve this objective, a detailed and accurate analysis of antenna mode scattering is required. In practical phased array, one cannot ignore the finite dimensions of antenna elements, coupling effect and the role of feed network while estimating the antenna RCS. This book presents the RCS estimation of an array with unequal-length dipoles. The signal reflections within the antenna system and the mutual coupling effect are considered to arrive at the total RCS for series and parallel feed. The computations are valid for any arbitrary array configurations, including side-by-side arrangement, parallel-in-echelon, etc.
In the ancient world, the heavenly society and the society of men coexisted. One boy is tasked with the mission of Gods. He must crack open a passageway to Devlok where the Devas reside, so that a new cycle of evolution can begin on Earth. Devas are the bringers of Rta, the cosmic order. Without their rule, mankind will suffer. Asuras are those who follow their own will. Will they hone with their fanatic practice of martial arts. Not even cosmic order and the natural order of things can tell them what to do. One boy is trained by the divine Goddess to subdue the Asuras and make them his army! One boy is tasked with the maintenance of the world. Another is set to rule it. Little Prince Vajradandaka and the Child General Chandra Kush are the thickest of friends. They are also rivals! Vajradandaka, the scion of Rta wanted Little Grass (Kush) to accept his friendship. The Child General wanted Little Cactus to accept his rivalry. As a true warrior, he wanted to stand on equal grounds with a God. The Eighth God, who is Man. Who will win in the end? And what kind of victory will it be? Who are the people who help these two children fulfil their missions towards the world? Who are the gods among them? Travel this epic along the journey of two boys to find all the answers.
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My Best Friend in the Sky is an attempt to create a gateway to the conversations of loss and grief with love and tenderness while also recognizing the gravity of the conversation. Conversations are key to creating the space to cope with feelings as intense as loss and grief, and we hope these stories will be a step towards creating that safe space.
This book explains the concept of education divide in rural India and identifies various factors that shape and sustain such a divide. In doing so, it also discusses a range of attempts undertaken to bridge the education divide. Subsequently, the book has attempted in providing a socio-technical framework towards optimally deploying social technologies for addressing the issue of education divide of marginalized communities. The proposed framework offers a transition from traditional content-centric, teacher-centric and centralized education ecosystem to a connection-centric, learner-centric and decentralized education ecosystem of the socio-digital age. It demonstrates how Internet-enabled digital platforms, based on the principles of sharism and mass collaboration using social technologies, could help to solve one of the greatest problems facing the world: mitigating the extant education divide by delivering quality education to underprivileged sections of society. The book also presents empirical validation of the proposed framework to show how a community-driven blended learning platform can mobilize the dormant knowledge capital of domain experts to teach underprivileged rural Indian children, as well as help form communities of practice to enable lifelong learning for the rural adult population. The book closes by pointing out the challenges involved in building an equitable education ecosystem using social technologies and ultimately the possibility of creating a fair and equitable society. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers and practitioners in the domain of education who want to transform education ecosystems by using technological and process-related innovations to improve educational practices for underprivileged sections of society.
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