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Paperback. Provides a picture of how politically important space has become, and what its exploitation might mean for our futures. This book analyses the space programmes of the United States, Russia, China, India and the European Space Agency, and explains how central space has become to issues of war and peace and cooperation between the worlds states. Series: Space Power and Politics. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPS; TTD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 366.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415399173
- ISBN
- 9780415399173
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 61.12
€ 61.12
Hardcover. Fireworks are synonymous with celebration in the twenty-first century. But pyrotechnics have exploded in sparks and noise to delight audiences in Europe ever since the Renaissance. This title shows that fireworks helped foster advances in natural philosophy, chemistry, mathematics, and many other branches of the sciences. Num Pages: 392 pages, 16 colour plates, 36 halftones. BIC Classification: 1D; PDX; TTP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 161 x 28. Weight in Grams: 672.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- First Edition /First Printing
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226893778
- ISBN
- 9780226893778
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 59.42€ 50.53
€ 59.42
€ 50.53
Hardback. Taking a balanced look at issues that have contributed to decline of America's manned space program, such as lack of political support and funding, this book offers not only a critique but also a plan for enhancing US space security through cooperation rather than competition. It focuses on how policy changes of mid-1990s have changed the nation. Num Pages: 320 pages, 7 halftones, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231136549
- ISBN
- 9780231136549
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.68€ 56.67
€ 73.68
€ 56.67
Hardback. Series: Contemporary Asia in the World. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1F; JPS; KNGV; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 236 x 23. Weight in Grams: 514. National Motivations, Regional Rivalries, and International Risks. Series: Contemporary Asia in the World. 288 pages. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1F; JPS; KNGV; TTD. Dimension: 161 x 236 x 23. Weight: 514.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231156882
- ISBN
- 9780231156882
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.48€ 42.35
€ 53.48
€ 42.35
Hardback. The History, Science, and Future of Human Space Exploration. 336 pages, 20 figures. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: TTDS. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 25. Weight: 570.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231162425
- ISBN
- 9780231162425
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 95.07€ 72.21
€ 95.07
€ 72.21
Hardcover. From freighters in motion and intricate machinery in the engine room, to the men who operate and maintain the vessels, these photographs represent a testament to the vanishing era of steam. Num Pages: 160 pages, 128 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KBC; AJC; TTS; WGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 290 x 254 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1090.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393033489
- ISBN
- 9780393033489
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 45.26
€ 52.99
€ 45.26
Paperback. A comprehensive baking dictionary and reference guide With more than 4,800 terms and definitions from around the world plus ten appendices filled with helpful resources, The Pastry Chef s Companion combines the best features of a dictionary and an encyclopedia. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TTVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 614.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470009550
- ISBN
- 9780470009550
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 19.59
€ 21.99
€ 19.59
Hardcover. The biomaterials technology industry is already well established in the western world and is growing rapidly within Asian Pacific nations. It is often described as the 'next electronics industry', whilst the laser is described as a 'solution looking for a problem'. Num Pages: 232 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBG; TCB; TTBL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 175 x 19. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470016879
- ISBN
- 9780470016879
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 169.48
€ 169.48
Hardcover. Fundamental Principles of Optical Lithography: The Science of Microfabrication presents a complete theoretical and practical treatment of the topic of lithography for both students and researchers. This sole-authored text includes optional computer simulation exercises as well as problems at the end of each chapter. Num Pages: 534 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 171 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1140.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 534
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470018934
- ISBN
- 9780470018934
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 224.05
€ 224.05
Hardcover. The book provides a practical introduction to the most important topics in image and video processing using MATLAB (and its Image Processing Toolbox) as a tool to demonstrate the most important techniques and algorithms. The contents are presented in a clear, technically accurate, objective way, with just enough mathematical detail. Num Pages: 696 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TJK; TTBM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 167 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1298.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 696
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470048153
- ISBN
- 9780470048153
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 183.11
€ 183.11
Hardcover. An essential reference for optical sensor system design This is the first text to present an integrated view of the optical and mathematical analysis tools necessary to understand computational optical system design. It presents the foundations of computational optical sensor design with a focus entirely on digital imaging and spectroscopy. Num Pages: 510 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNFS; TTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 162 x 30. Weight in Grams: 832.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 510
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470048238
- ISBN
- 9780470048238
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 165.66
€ 165.66
Hardcover. JPL spacecraft antennas-from the first Explorer satellite in 1958 to current R & D Spaceborne Antennas for Planetary Exploration covers the development of Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) spacecraft antennas, beginning with the first Explorer satellite in 1958 through current research and development activities aimed at future missions. Editor(s): Imbriale, William A. Series Editor(s): Yuen, Joseph H. Series: JPL Deep-Space Communications and Navigation Series. Num Pages: 592 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TJ; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 32. Weight in Grams: 934.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 592
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470051504
- ISBN
- 9780470051504
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 277.44
€ 277.44
Hardcover. Bringing together abridged ICC (International Color Consortium) white papers and previously unpublished material, Colour Management provides comprehensive guidelines to implementing effective color management using the ICC profile format. Editor(s): Green, Phil. Series Editor(s): Kriss, Michael A. Series: Wiley-IS&T Series in Imaging Science and Technology. Num Pages: 314 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 173 x 23. Weight in Grams: 666.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 314
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470058251
- ISBN
- 9780470058251
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 135.19
€ 135.19
Hardcover. This book is a detailed investigation into how understanding the human visual system can lead to the development of colour constancy in a range of applications, from digital photography to object colour recognition in robotics. The book begins with an in-depth discussion of the human visual system and how we perceive colour. Series: Wiley-IS&T Series in Imaging Science and Technology. Num Pages: 408 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MJQ; TTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 174 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1016.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470058299
- ISBN
- 9780470058299
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 150.43
€ 150.43
Paperback. Fundamentals of Menu Planning, Third Edition presents a complete overview of key aspects of menu planning, including designing, writing, costing, marketing, and merchandising a menu. Reflecting the latest menu trends in the restaurant industry, the authors show how research, surveys, and sales analysis are key to menu planning and design. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TTVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 277 x 217 x 14. Weight in Grams: 654.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470072677
- ISBN
- 9780470072677
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 132.86
€ 132.86
Hardcover. This book treats the design and development of algorithms that allow successful autonomous operation of a software-defined radio (SDR) system. Unlike a software radio that is simply reconfigurable, this book treats the problem of autonomously reconfiguring a radio to receive whatever type of signal happens to come in. Editor(s): Hamkins, Jon; Simon, Marvin K. Series Editor(s): Yuen, Joseph H. Series: JPL Deep-Space Communications and Navigation Series. Num Pages: 436 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TJKR; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 161 x 26. Weight in Grams: 766.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 436
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470082126
- ISBN
- 9780470082126
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 250.43
€ 250.43
Paperback. An excellent training tool for both hospitality programs and working restaurant managers, Restaurant Service Basics, 2nd Edition considers the entire dining experience in situations ranging from formal to casual. Step-by-step instructions guide readers through service functions. Num Pages: 212 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: TTVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 192 x 11. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470107850
- ISBN
- 9780470107850
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.89
€ 53.89
Paperback. "Chef Charles Carroll has answered our prayers and delivered a book, a bible, a life's journal shared by a real chef in today's modern kitchen. " Chef John Folse, CEC, AAC "From time to time, I buy motivational books for my managing partners and chefs, and this book is my all-time favorite gift. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations, forms. BIC Classification: KJM; TTVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 159 x 9. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470125304
- ISBN
- 9780470125304
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 44.90
€ 45.99
€ 44.90
Hardcover. This book provides readers with a solid understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the techniques used for buried object detection. Series: Wiley Series in Microwave and Optical Engineering. Num Pages: 920 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TJK; TTB; TTU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 157 x 51. Weight in Grams: 1418.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 920
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470133880
- ISBN
- 9780470133880
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.67
€ 192.67
Hardcover. Beverage Basics presents a new approach to understanding wine, beer, and spirits, complete with full-colour maps, labels and photographs throughout. * This book makes wine easy to understand even for beginners, with an approach that focuses on understanding wines by varietal (Chardonnay, Merlot, etc. Num Pages: 468 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: TTVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 286 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1940.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470138830
- ISBN
- 9780470138830
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 80.69
€ 80.69
Paperback. Management by Menu is an invaluable resource for its presentation of the menu as a central theme that influences all foodservice functions. Its unique perspective of tying the menu to overall management principles provides the future manager with the "big picture" of the operation of a restaurant. . Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: KJM; TTVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 277 x 215 x 8. Weight in Grams: 352.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470140536
- ISBN
- 9780470140536
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 73.40
€ 73.40
Paperback. Separated into four parts including an introduction to food, beverage, and labour cost controls followed by separate sections each devoted to food, beverage, and labour, this classic text has been updated in this new Ninth Edition. Num Pages: 172 pages. BIC Classification: TTVC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 276 x 215 x 9. Weight in Grams: 412.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 9th Edition
- Number of pages
- 172
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470140567
- ISBN
- 9780470140567
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 73.42
€ 73.42
Hardcover. An introduction to color in three-dimensional image processing and the emerging area of multi-spectral image processing The importance of color information in digital image processing is greater than ever. However, the transition from scalar to vector-valued image functions has not yet been generally covered in most textbooks. Num Pages: 376 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: TTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 638.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470147085
- ISBN
- 9780470147085
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 217.78
€ 217.78
Paperback. This book provides a brief, high-level overview of the technology and applications behind the Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) or Fiber-to-the-Curb (FTTC) family of standards, which has recently attracted considerable amount of interest in the technical community. Series: ComSoc Guides to Communications Technologies. Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TJK; TTBF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 13. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470168844
- ISBN
- 9780470168844
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.50
€ 75.50