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Paperback. The fundamental concept of structure is what connects architecture to mathematics. For architecture, the generating structure might be geometrical, musical, modular or fractal. The papers in this volume all explore themes of structure in different ways. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 180 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMC; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 8. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 180
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783764389758
- ISBN
- 9783764389758
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Condition: New
€ 61.84
€ 61.84
Paperback. In celebration of the 2009 International Year of Astronomy, this issue of the Nexus Network Journal is devoted to relationships between astronomy, mathematics and architecture. It looks at how astronomy influenced architecture and urban design. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 138 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMC; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 5. Weight in Grams: 227.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 138
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783764389734
- ISBN
- 9783764389734
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Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. This volume features a collection of papers dedicated to "Canons of Form-Making", in honor of the 500th anniversary of the birth of architect Andrea Palladio. The volume includes new research by renowned scholars such as Lionel March and Carl Bovill. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Num Pages: 176 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMC; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 9. Weight in Grams: 291.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783764387655
- ISBN
- 9783764387655
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Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. Leonardo da Vinci was well aware of the fundamental importance of mathematics for architecture. This book examines Leonardo's knowledge of theoretical mathematics, explores how he used concepts of geometry in his designs for architectural projects, and reports on a real-life construction project using Leonardo's principles. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Num Pages: 204 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMC; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 13. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783764387273
- ISBN
- 9783764387273
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Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
paperback. This book presents an exploration of the arch from the points of view of architecture, mathematics, engineering, construction history, and cultural symbolism. Leonardo da Vinci described the arch as "two weaknesses which, leaning on each other, become a strength," a metaphor for the way that science and art lean on each other to strengthen our lives. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 117 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMC; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 7. Weight in Grams: 229.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Birkhäuser Switzerland
- Edition
- 2006th Edition
- Number of pages
- 117
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783764377618
- ISBN
- 9783764377618
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 77.97
€ 77.97
Paperback. Illustrates the use of fundamental principles of geometry and proportion in two ancient cultures, the Bronze Age and the Roman Age, as well as in twentieth-century North America. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Num Pages: 142 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMC; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 8. Weight in Grams: 261.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 142
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783764377472
- ISBN
- 9783764377472
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.35
€ 57.35
Hardback. The extraordinary range of cultural interests of renowned physicist David Speiser - including the sciences, art, architecture, music, and history of science - has inspired generations of later scientists to look beyond the boundaries of their own disciplines. This book pays tribute to his multifaceted career. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Num Pages: 202 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 18. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 202
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783764371869
- ISBN
- 9783764371869
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.14
€ 66.14
Paperback. This is a follow-up to the volume "Discovering the Principles of Mechanics 1600-1800. It contains the essays of David Speiser on relationships between science, history of science, history of art and philosophy. It collates hard-to-find essays in a single work. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Num Pages: 166 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; PBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 267.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 166
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034807432
- ISBN
- 9783034807432
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 61.39
€ 61.39
Paperback. This title features papers that examine issues in digital fabrication as well as different mathematical instruments applied to architecture, including geometric tracing systems, proportional systems, descriptive geometry and correspondence analysis. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 177 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 338.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Basel Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 177
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034805810
- ISBN
- 9783034805810
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Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. This book explores Persian architecture and mathematics, including domed structures and two-dimensional patterns, elaborate geometry and complex three-dimensional structures of historic monuments, from mathematical ideas to architectonic structures. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 213 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1QDAP; AMC; PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Basel Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 213
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034805063
- ISBN
- 9783034805063
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Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. This themed winter issue of the Nexus Network Journal focuses on architecture, systems research and computational sciences. With computer technology playing a growing role in both survey and design, the edition evinces the deep impact of IT on architecture. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 195 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Basel Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 195
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034803922
- ISBN
- 9783034803922
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Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. This volume features nine papers guest edited by Jose Calvo-Lopez dedicated to the theme "From Mediaeval Stonecutting to Projective Geometry. " The topics discussed range from theoretical mathematics to built examples, both historical and contemporary. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 293 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AMA; PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Basel Switzerland
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 293
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034802451
- ISBN
- 9783034802451
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.56
€ 62.56
Paperback. The Spring 2011 (vol. 13 no. 1) issue of the Nexus Network Journal features eight papers that resulted from the 2010 Nexus conference section on Shape and Shape Grammars. Guest editor Lionel March provides an introduction for the entire group. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 257 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; AMC; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 409.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Basel Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 257
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034801591
- ISBN
- 9783034801591
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Hardback. This is a follow-up to the volume "Discovering the Principles of Mechanics 1600-1800. It contains the essays of David Speiser on relationships between science, history of science, history of art and philosophy. It collates hard-to-find essays in a single work. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Num Pages: 154 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AC; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 421.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Basel Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 154
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034801386
- ISBN
- 9783034801386
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.34
€ 62.34
Paperback. The human tendency to interpret, and create, the environment through numbers is pervasive, with instances from literature and the visual arts too numerous to mention. This special issue of the Nexus Network Journal considers examples in architecture. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 535 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 262.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 535
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034605212
- ISBN
- 9783034605212
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 360 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034605199
- ISBN
- 9783034605199
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. Editor(s): Williams, Kim. Series: Nexus Network Journal. Num Pages: 165 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AMA; PB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Verlag AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 165
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783034605175
- ISBN
- 9783034605175
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.54
€ 62.54
Paperback. By the end of the Twentieth century, formal schooling - once the privilege of male elites - had become accessible to women, the working class and some ethnic minorities. The essays in this volume explore the historical origins of this transformation, analyzing struggles Australia, Canada, China, Columbia, India, the United States, and South Africa. Editor(s): Tolley, Kim. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHM; JHMC; JN; PGC; PNN; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 423.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 284
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534647
- ISBN
- 9781349534647
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.99€ 44.11
€ 54.99
€ 44.11
Hardback. This handbook is the first to cover all aspects of stability testing in pharmaceutical development. Written by a group of international experts, the book presents a scientific understanding of regulations and balances methodologies and best practices. Editor(s): Huynh-Ba, Kim. Num Pages: 389 pages, 72 black & white illustrations, 98 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MMG; TDCW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 168 x 28. Weight in Grams: 760.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 389
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387856261
- ISBN
- 9780387856261
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 239.68
€ 239.68
Hardcover. Presents fresh insights and successful solutions to the operational problems of automated container terminals and cargo systems. This book comprises reports on the advanced applications of quantitative methods, as well as case studies and simulation results. Editor(s): Kim, Kap Hwan; Gunther, Hans-Otto. Num Pages: 381 pages, 72 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV5; KJT; TGP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 26. Weight in Grams: 684.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2007th Edition
- Number of pages
- 387
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540495499
- ISBN
- 9783540495499
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.16
€ 198.16