John Wiley Sons

Electric drives in sustainable energy systems use a physics-based approach to electric drive control. The proper control of electric motors and systems represents significant energy savings and has applications in factory automation, clean transportation, and renewable energy resource management. Adopting a physics-based approach to the dq-axis...

This title offers a unique and highly technical approach to tidal power and how it can be harnessed efficiently and cost-effectively, with less impact on the environment than traditional power plants. With the demand for energy outstripping conventional sources from fossil fuels, new sources of energy must be found. Tidal power is a potentially...

Biophysics is a science that comprises theoretical plotting and models based on contemporary physicochemical conceptions. They mirror physical specificity of the molecular organization and elementary processes in living organisms, which in their turn form the molecular basis of biological phenomena. Presentation of a complete course in biophysics...

Geriatric Dentistry: Caring for Our Aging Population provides general practitioners, dental students, and auxiliary members of the dental team with a comprehensive, practical guide to oral healthcare for the aging population. Beginning with fundamental chapters on the psychological, environmental, and social aspects of aging, the book approaches...

The challenge with most companies' talent intelligence is that it is just not that intelligent. Having good talent intelligence--an accurate understanding of the skills, expertise, and qualities of people--is essential for the people decisions that all businesses make. Yet despite its vital importance, most organizations appear to be failing at...

Social entrepreneurship explained Social entrepreneurship is a hot topic in public and non-profit management. Organizations everywhere are looking for innovative ways to respond to financial, social, and regulatory pressures. The next generation of transformative leaders will be risk takers who know how to face even the biggest challenges using...