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Hardcover. With contributions from dozens of renowned experts, this volume honors the 40-year career of geotechnician Hideki Ohta, covering recent advances in monitoring and predicting geohazards. It features a special section on the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Editor(s): Chu, Jian (Professor); Wardani, Sri P. R.; Iizuka, Atsushi. Series: Geotechnical, Geological and Earthquake Engineering. Num Pages: 417 pages, 196 black & white illustrations, 147 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RNR; TNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 159 x 21. Weight in Grams: 728.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Number of pages
- 325
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400756748
- ISBN
- 9789400756748
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.31
€ 130.31
Hardback. The Ganges Brahmaputra Meghna (GBM) basin presents a great flood risk. This book investigates autonomous adaptation using a multi-method technique comprising PRA and a questionnaire survey applied in the case study area 'Islampur' Upazila in Bangladesh. Series: Springer Theses. Num Pages: 239 pages, 6 black & white illustrations, 54 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1FKB; RGB; RNR; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 537.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 239
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400754935
- ISBN
- 9789400754935
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.62
€ 205.62
Hardcover. Spanning science and the humanities, this volume explores relationships between natural forces and human culture. It surveys the environmental history of natural disasters, from ancient times to today, discussing storms, ball lightning, floods and fires. Editor(s): Pfeifer, Katrin; Pfeifer, Niki. Num Pages: 216 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNR; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 160 x 15. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400749993
- ISBN
- 9789400749993
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.63
€ 128.63
Paperback. This book examines strong-motion networks around the globe, covering issues related to designing, maintaining and disseminating information. It details projects carried out within the context of arrays deployed for seismic risk studies in metropolitan areas. Editor(s): Akkar, Sinan; Gulkan, Polat; Eck, Torild van. Series: Geotechnical, Geological and Earthquake Engineering. Num Pages: 292 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBT; PHVG; RBP; RNR; THK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400734791
- ISBN
- 9789400734791
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Paperback. Editor(s): Stoffel, Markus; Bollschweiler, Michelle; Butler, David R.; Luckman, Brian H. Series: Advances in Global Change Research. Num Pages: 505 pages, 177 black & white illustrations, 29 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: RBGD; RGB; RNPG; RNR; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 795.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 505
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400732179
- ISBN
- 9789400732179
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 251.68
€ 251.68
Hardback. Editor(s): Nusser, Marcus. Series: Advances in Asian Human-Environmental Research. Num Pages: 188 pages, 11 black & white illustrations, 12 colour illustrations, 7 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: 1F; RGB; RGC; RNF; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 188
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400727977
- ISBN
- 9789400727977
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.49
€ 127.49
Hardcover. Based on research and advanced models developed at IIASA (International Institute for applied Systems Analysis) and within its cooperation network, this book addresses the methodological complexities of assessing disaster risks, which call for stochastic simulation, optimization methods and economic modeling. Editor(s): Amendola, Aniello; Ermolieva, Tatiana; Linnerooth-Bayer, Joanne; Mechler, Reinhard. Series: Advances in Natural and Technological Hazards Research. Num Pages: 290 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBWH; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 161 x 17. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400722255
- ISBN
- 9789400722255
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.53
€ 129.53
Hardcover. Wildfires are likely to become more extensive and more severe with global warming. This book explores the effects of altered fire regimes on landscape, dominant species, plants, animals and human communities. The discussion includes fire management policies. Editor(s): McKenzie, Donald; Miller, Carol S.; Falk, Donald A. Series: Ecological Studies. Num Pages: 312 pages, 20 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSTS; RNPG; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400703001
- ISBN
- 9789400703001
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.85
€ 195.85
Landscape Development and Climate Change in Southwest Bulgaria (Pirin ...
Grunewald, Karsten; Scheithauer, Jorg
Hardback. High mountain ecosystems offer an outstanding opportunity to study the impact of climate change. This book addresses current limitations in our understanding of past Balkan climate and environment, offering a new approach to landscape research and analysis. Num Pages: 161 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVWB; RNPG; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 161
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048199587
- ISBN
- 9789048199587
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.85
€ 127.85
Paperback. In this era of political transition, are we more or less secure than before? This book connects the concepts of security and safety, focusing on the transportation of dangerous materials. It shows how to avoid risks and deal with any problems that do arise. Editor(s): Brugnoli, Alberto. Series: NATO Science for Peace and Security Series C: Environmental Security. Num Pages: 165 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PNR; PSAF; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 660.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 165
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048197460
- ISBN
- 9789048197460
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 195.52
€ 195.52
Hardback. In this era of political transition, are we more or less secure than before? This book connects the concepts of security and safety, focusing on the transportation of dangerous materials. It shows how to avoid risks and deal with any problems that do arise. Editor(s): Brugnoli, Alberto. Series: NATO Science for Peace and Security Series C: Environmental Security. Num Pages: 165 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNXC; LA; PNRL; PSAF; RNP; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 165
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048197316
- ISBN
- 9789048197316
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.25
€ 202.25
Hardback. This is the first book dealing specifically with human casualties in natural disasters. It draws on the new evidence to summarize current trends in the understanding of the factors influencing the numbers and types of human casualties in disasters. Editor(s): Spence, Robin (University of Cambridge); So, Emily; Scawthorn, Charles. Series: Advances in Natural and Technological Hazards Research. Num Pages: 322 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 160 x 18. Weight in Grams: 608.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 322
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048194544
- ISBN
- 9789048194544
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.68
€ 129.68
hardcover. Carbonate sediments are increasingly relevant in archiving past environmental conditions, and in geothermal energy and hydrocarbon reservoirs. This book closes some gaps in our understanding of their interplay with physical, chemical, and biological factors. Editor(s): Westphal, Hildegard; Riegl, Bernhard M.; Eberli, Gregor P. Num Pages: 242 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGB; RBX; RGM; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 165 x 23. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 242
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048193639
- ISBN
- 9789048193639
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.41
€ 132.41
Hardback. This book presents a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art in atmospheric boundary layer (ABL) research. It focuses on experimental ABL research and discusses new subjects such as micro-rain radars and the use of ceilometers for ABL profiling. Series: Atmospheric and Oceanographic Sciences Library. Num Pages: 188 pages, 9 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PHD; RBP; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 188
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048193394
- ISBN
- 9789048193394
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.03
€ 128.03
Hardback. This book presents new approaches to seismic risk estimation and forecasting the damage caused by all types of earthquakes. It examines trends in the costs inferred by damage as related to changing social and economic situations for different regions. Series: Advances in Natural and Technological Hazards Research. Num Pages: 190 pages, 15 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; PHVG; RNR; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 468.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048191703
- ISBN
- 9789048191703
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.61
€ 131.61
Hardback. Ground Vibration Engineering bridges the gap between the limited provisions of engineering standards and numerical analysis. Engineers will find descriptions of ground vibration measurements, predictions and controls, as well as the effects of ground vibration from demolition, traffic and more. Series: Geotechnical, Geological and Earthquake Engineering. Num Pages: 251 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGL; RNR; TNCC; TNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1170.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 251
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048190812
- ISBN
- 9789048190812
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.53
€ 132.53
Hardback. The initial employment of tree rings in natural hazard studies was simply as a dating tool and rarely exploited other environmental information and records of damage contained within the tree. This book demonstrates the application of tree rings to studies of snow avalanches, landslides, floods, earthquakes, wildfires, and several other processes. Editor(s): Stoffel, Markus; Bollschweiler, Bollschweiler; Butler, David R.; Luckman, Brian H. Series: Advances in Global Change Research. Num Pages: 505 pages, 177 black & white illustrations, 29 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 906.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 505
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048187355
- ISBN
- 9789048187355
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 259.67
€ 259.67
Paperback. In the present volume the most important current questions on lightning are described and analyzed under many experimental and theoretical aspects. The level of questions discussed is high, but the contents should be understandable for non-experts. Editor(s): Betz, Hans Dieter; Schumann, Ulrich; Laroche, Pierre. Num Pages: 641 pages, 38 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBP; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1102.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
- Number of pages
- 641
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048180646
- ISBN
- 9789048180646
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 320.07
€ 320.07
Paperback. Editor(s): Gollasch, Stephan; Galil, Bella S.; Cohen, Andrew N. Series: Monographiae Biologicae. Num Pages: 330 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSP; RNK; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 467.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 330
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048172658
- ISBN
- 9789048172658
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.65
€ 194.65
The Economics of Forest Disturbances. Wildfires, Storms, and Invasive ...
. Ed(S): Holmes, Thomas P. (Usda Forest Servi...
Paperback. This unique, state-of-the-art review shows that neo-classical economic principles can be integrated with ecosystem analysis and modern econometric methods to uncover the causes and consequences of natural forest disturbances. Editor(s): Holmes, Thomas P. (USDA Forest Service); Prestemon, Jeffrey P. (USDA Forest Service); Abt, Karen L. Series: Forestry Sciences. Num Pages: 433 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCN; RGBL; RNF; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 608.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2008
- Number of pages
- 433
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048171156
- ISBN
- 9789048171156
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 251.01
€ 251.01