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This inspiring work presents a truly knowledge-based approach to education as an alternative to the current curriculum that is based on consolidating pre-conceived ideas. It demonstrates the advantages of the new curriculum, both in terms of acquiring knowledge and preventing current problems such as technological disasters, global injustice, and...

A Step-by-step guide to the synthesis and characterization of metal-polymer nanocomposites Polymer nanocomposites, polymers that are reinforced with nano-sized particles, provide enhanced mechanical, thermal, electrical, and barrier properties. Continued research and development of new polymer nanocomposites promises to provide enhanced materials...

A Dictionary of Varieties of English presents a comprehensive listing of the distinctive dialects and forms of English spoken throughout the contemporary world. Provides an invaluable introduction and guide to current research trends in the field Includes definitions both for the varieties of English and regions they feature, and for terms ...

Sliding Mode Control of Uncertain Parameter-Switching Hybrid Systems presents new, state-of-the-art sliding mode control ( SMC) methodologies for uncertain parameter-switching hybrid systems (including Markovian jump systems, switched hybrid systems, singular systems, stochastic systems and time-delay systems). The first part of this book...

Widely regarded as the premier text in this field, the sixth edition of The Organometallic Chemistry of the Transition Metals continues to provide students and researchers in organic chemistry with vital information on organometallic compounds, their preparation, and use in synthesis. Exploring the fundamentals of the field and its modern...

Offers data, examples, and applications supporting the use of the mechanical threshold stress (MTS) model Written by Paul S. Follansbee, an international authority in the field, this book explores the underlying theory, mechanistic basis, and implementation of the mechanical threshold stress (MTS) model. Readers are introduced to such key topics as...