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Machine Learning Control – Taming Nonlinear Dynamics and Turbulence

By: Thomas Duriez,Steven L. Brunton,Bernd R. Noack

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Machine Learning Control – Taming Nonlinear Dynamics and Turbulence

By: Thomas Duriez,Steven L. Brunton,Bernd R. Noack

This is the first textbook on a generally applicable control strategy for turbulence and other complex nonlinear systems. The approach of the book employs powerful methods of machine learning for optimal nonlinear control laws. This machine learning control (MLC) is motivated and detailed in Chapters 1 and 2. In Chapter 3, methods of linear control theory are reviewed. In Chapter 4, MLC is shown to reproduce known optimal control laws for linear dynamics (LQR, LQG). In Chapter 5, MLC detects and exploits a strongly nonlinear actuation mechanism of a low-dimensional dynamical system when linear control methods are shown to fail. Experimental control demonstrations from a laminar shear-layer to turbulent boundary-layers are reviewed in Chapter 6, followed by general good practices for experiments in Chapter 7. The book concludes with an outlook on the vast future applications of MLC in Chapter 8. Matlab codes are provided for easy reproducibility of the presented results. The book includes interviews with leading researchers in turbulence control (S. Bagheri, B. Batten, M. Glauser, D. Williams) and machine learning (M. Schoenauer) for a broader perspective. All chapters have exercises and supplemental videos will be available through YouTube.

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Enlightened Self-Interest

Individualism, Community, and the Common Good

By: Thomas J. Bussen,Henry Biggs,Timothy Bono

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Enlightened Self-Interest

Individualism, Community, and the Common Good

By: Thomas J. Bussen,Henry Biggs,Timothy Bono

Insights into a compassionate alternative to a ruthlessly self-interested capitalist culture Societally sanctioned competition for money, power, and fame promotes selfishness, personal alienation, and widespread inequality, especially in market-oriented economies. Yet many of those engaging in this competitive individualism—the competition for rewards and limited resources—yearn to act directly to promote a more civil, equitable, and sustainable society. Enlightened Self-Interest offers evidence-based insights into the societal and individual consequences of this cultural practice and an actionable alternative to it. This meticulously researched and empirically rooted reexamination of hypercompetition and zero-sum thinking presents inspiring examples of people who have reclaimed their own lives by contributing to a more civil, equitable, and sustainable society. They model the vision of enlightened self-interest, merging self-interest with other interests in pursuit of the common good, resulting in widely shared benefits. Enlighted Self Interest provides a compelling case for incremental change and a series of actionable recommendations to jump-start a personal transition and to become part of a collective radical evolution.

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298

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Georgetown University Press

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1647123917

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9781647123918

Soil Management

Building a Stable Base for Agriculture

By: Jerry L. Hatfield,Thomas J. Sauer

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Soil Management

Building a Stable Base for Agriculture

By: Jerry L. Hatfield,Thomas J. Sauer

Degradation of soils continues at a pace that will eventually create a local, regional, or even global crisis when diminished soil resources collide with increasing climate variation. It's not too late to restore our soils to a more productive state by rediscovering the value of soil management, building on our well-established and ever-expanding scientific understanding of soils. Soil management concepts have been in place since the cultivation of crops, but we need to rediscover the principles that are linked together in effective soil management. This book is unique because of its treatment of soil management based on principles—the physical, chemical, and biological processes and how together they form the foundation for soil management processes that range from tillage to nutrient management. Whether new to soil science or needing a concise reference, readers will benefit from this book's ability to integrate the science of soils with management issues and long-term conservation efforts.

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432

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John Wiley & Sons

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0891188533

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9780891188537

Narnian Virtues

By: Mark Pike,Thomas Lickona

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Narnian Virtues

By: Mark Pike,Thomas Lickona

In this engaging and practical book Mark Pike and Thomas Lickona show how C.S. Lewis’ wisdom for nurturing good character, and his much-loved Chronicles of Narnia, inspire us to virtue. Drawing upon the Judeo-Christian virtues of faith, hope and love and ‘Narnian’ virtues such as courage, integrity and wisdom, they present an approach to contemporary character education validated by recent research. An introduction to C. S. Lewis’ thought on character and faith is followed by practical examples of how to use well-known passages from the Narnia novels as a stimulus for rich character development at home and in the classroom.

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270

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BoD – Books on Demand

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0718800001

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9780718800000

Deluxe

How Luxury Lost Its Luster

By: Dana Thomas

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Deluxe

How Luxury Lost Its Luster

By: Dana Thomas

“With Deluxe: How Luxury Lost Its Luster, [Dana] Thomas—who has been the cultural and fashion writer for Newsweek in Paris for 12 years—has written a crisp, witty social history that’s as entertaining as it is informative.” —New York Times From the author of Fashionopolis: The Price of Fast Fashion and the Future of Clothes Once luxury was available only to the rarefied and aristocratic world of old money and royalty. It offered a history of tradition, superior quality, and a pampered buying experience. Today, however, luxury is simply a product packaged and sold by multibillion-dollar global corporations focused on growth, visibility, brand awareness, advertising, and, above all, profits. Award-winning journalist Dana Thomas digs deep into the dark side of the luxury industry to uncover all the secrets that Prada, Gucci, and Burberry don't want us to know. Deluxe is an uncompromising look behind the glossy façade that will enthrall anyone interested in fashion, finance, or culture.

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Penguin

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110121807X

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Angiotensin Vol. II

By: Thomas Unger,Bernward A. Schölkens

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Angiotensin Vol. II

By: Thomas Unger,Bernward A. Schölkens

Nearly thirty years ago, in 1974, the volume on Angiotensin edited by Irvine H.Page and F. Merlin Bumpus expanded the Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology. Even after two decades the multiplicity of its actions appears not to have been fully discovered. To call attention to its many functions is one of the purposes of this book. This new edition of the volume on Angiotensin attempts to provide an updated account of the knowledge and findings accumulated since the complexity of angiotensin was so accurately recognized.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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3540406417

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9783540406419

Ideology and the Microfoundations of Conflict

From Human Needs to Intergroup Violence

By: Veronika Muller,Thomas Gries

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Ideology and the Microfoundations of Conflict

From Human Needs to Intergroup Violence

By: Veronika Muller,Thomas Gries

This book combines well-known theoretical elements of various disciplines to form a broad picture of the role of ideologies in conflicts, in particular "the supply and demand side" of the ideological market: namely, why individuals choose particular ideologies and how radical groups, and organizations use them to address individuals' specific needs for the purpose of recruitment. This allows better understanding of the socio-psychological dynamics of social conflicts--why adopting particular ideologies is reasonable given certain socio-economic conditions; why individuals stick to destructive ideologies; and why they embrace major personal risks to join radical groups and advance the goals of these groups.

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Oxford University Press

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0197670180

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9780197670187

Scanning the Signs of the Times

By: Thomas O'Meara,Paul Philibert

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Scanning the Signs of the Times

By: Thomas O'Meara,Paul Philibert

The theological and cultural vigor of these seven French Dominicans--Sertillanges, Chenu, Congar, Lebret, Loew, Liege, and Couturier--eventually influenced the entire church through the breakthrough of Vatican II. They read the signs of the times and saw what the Holy Spirit was doing in a changing world. The Catholic Church is more alive because of them.

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ATF Press

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1922239186

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Forensic Psychology

Fact and Fiction

By: Thomas Davis

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Forensic Psychology

Fact and Fiction

By: Thomas Davis

This fascinating and research-led textbook gives students the facts and the tools they need to engage critically with the psychological dimension of the criminal justice system. Accessibly written and packed with the latest psychological research, Forensic Psychology: Fact and Fiction is an engaging and wide-ranging exploration of both foundational and contemporary issues. The book prepares students to weigh up evidence and arguments, and reach their own conclusions about the issues and questions that have led them to study forensic psychology. Forensic Psychology: Fact and Fiction gives students all they need to get to grips with debates about the link between mental fitness and criminal responsibility, the purposes and effectiveness of punishment, and the use of police force, and others. It places psychology at its heart, combining research with legal perspectives to give the full picture. Drawing on global research and examples, students are given insights into what differs and what remains the same across jurisdictions and borders. Real-life case studies illustrate forensic concepts, allowing students to see how psychology is applied to criminal behaviour and the response of society to it. This comprehensive introduction is ideal for undergraduate students taking a course in forensic psychology. Balancing clarity and rigor, the book takes the student on a journey from the fundamental concepts through to the application of psychology to forensic techniques.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1350312312

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Angiogenesis

By: Thomas H. Adair,Jean-Pierre Montani

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Angiogenesis

By: Thomas H. Adair,Jean-Pierre Montani

Angiogenesis is the growth of blood vessels from the existing vasculature. The field of angiogenesis has grown enormously in the past 30 years, with only 40 papers published in 1980 and nearly 6000 in 2010. Why has there been this explosive growth in angiogenesis research? Angiogenic therapies provide a potential to conquer cancer, heart diseases, and more than 70 of life's most threatening medical conditions. The lives of at least 1 billion people worldwide could be improved with angiogenic therapy, according to the Angiogenesis Foundation. In this little book, we provide a simple approach to understand the essential elements of the angiogenic process, we critique the most powerful angiogenesis assays that are used to discover proangiogenic and antiangiogenic substances, and we provide an in-depth physiological perspective on how angiogenesis is regulated in normal, healthy tissues of the human body. All tissues of the body require a continuous supply of oxygen to burn metabolic substrates that are needed for energy. Oxygen is conducted to these tissues by blood capillaries: more capillaries can improve tissue oxygenation and thus enhance energy production; fewer capillaries can lead to hypoxia and even anoxia in the tissues. This means that angiogenic therapies designed to control the growth and regression of blood capillaries can be used to improve the survival of poorly perfused tissues that are essential to the body (heart, brain, skeletal muscle, etc.) and to rid the body of unwanted tissues (tumors). Table of Contents: Overview of Angiogenesis / Angiogenesis Assays / Regulation: Metabolic Factors / Regulation: Mechanical Factors / Glossary / References / Author Biographies

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Morgan & Claypool Publishers

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1615043306

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Operative Techniques in Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Surgery

By: Thomas R. Hunt,Jerry I. Huang

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Operative Techniques in Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Surgery

By: Thomas R. Hunt,Jerry I. Huang

Derived from Sam W. Wiesel and Todd J. Albert’s four-volume Operative Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery, this single-volume resource contains a comprehensive, authoritative review of operative techniques in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery. In one convenient place, you’ll find the entire Hand, Wrist, and Elbow section, as well as relevant chapters from the Pediatrics, Shoulder and Elbow, and Sports Medicine sections of Operative Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery. Superb full-color illustrations and step-by-step explanations help you master surgical techniques, select the best procedure, avoid complications, and anticipate outcomes. Written by global experts from leading institutions, Operative Techniques in Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Surgery, Third Edition, clearly demonstrates how to perform the techniques, making this an essential daily resource for residents, fellows, and practitioners.

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Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

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1975173791

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Murray and Nadel's Textbook of Respiratory Medicine E-Book

2-Volume Set

By: Robert J. Mason,V.Courtney Broaddus,Thomas R Martin,Talmadge E King,Dean Schraufnagel,John F. Murray,Jay A. Nadel

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Murray and Nadel's Textbook of Respiratory Medicine E-Book

2-Volume Set

By: Robert J. Mason,V.Courtney Broaddus,Thomas R Martin,Talmadge E King,Dean Schraufnagel,John F. Murray,Jay A. Nadel

Murray and Nadel’s Textbook of Respiratory Medicine has long been the definitive and comprehensive pulmonary disease reference. Robert J. Mason, MD now presents the fifth edition in full color with new images and highlighted clinical elements. The fully searchable text is also online at www.expertconsult.com, along with regular updates, video clips, additional images, and self-assessment questions. This new edition has been completely updated and remains the essential tool you need to care for patients with pulmonary disease. Consult this title on your favorite e-reader, conduct rapid searches, and adjust font sizes for optimal readability. Compatible with Kindle®, nook®, and other popular devices. Master the scientific principles of respiratory medicine and its clinical applications. Work through differential diagnosis using detailed explanations of each disease entity. Learn new subjects in Pulmonary Medicine including Genetics, Ultrasound, and other key topics. Grasp the Key Points in each chapter. Search the full text online at expertconsult.com, along with downloadable images, regular updates, more than 50 videos, case studies, and self-assessment questions. Consult new chapters covering Ultrasound, Innate Immunity, Adaptive Immunity, Deposition and Clearance, Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia. Find critical information easily using the new full-color design that enhances teaching points and highlights challenging concepts. Apply the expertise and fresh ideas of three new editors—Drs. Thomas R. Martin, Talmadge E. King, Jr., and Dean E. Schraufnagel. Review the latest developments in genetics with advice on how the data will affect patient care.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1437735533

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9781437735536

Machine Learning Control – Taming Nonlinear Dynamics and Turbulence

By: Thomas Duriez,Steven L. Brunton,Bernd R. Noack

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Book's by Thomas Duriez

Machine Learning Control – Taming Nonlinear Dynamics and Turbulence

Machine Learning Control – Taming Nonlinear Dynamics and Turbulence

Enlightened Self-Interest

Enlightened Self-Interest

Soil Management

Soil Management

Narnian Virtues

Narnian Virtues

Deluxe

Deluxe

Angiotensin Vol. II

Angiotensin Vol. II

Ideology and the Microfoundations of Conflict

Ideology and the Microfoundations of Conflict

Scanning the Signs of the Times

Scanning the Signs of the Times

Forensic Psychology

Forensic Psychology

Angiogenesis

Angiogenesis

Operative Techniques in Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Surgery

Operative Techniques in Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Surgery

Murray and Nadel's Textbook of Respiratory Medicine E-Book

Murray and Nadel's Textbook of Respiratory Medicine E-Book

Machine Learning Control – Taming Nonlinear Dynamics and Turbulence

Machine Learning Control – Taming Nonlinear Dynamics and Turbulence

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