1.

Record Nr.

UNINA9910162881303321

Autore

Crettenand André

Titolo

Suisse : L'Âme des Peuples

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cork : , : Editions Nevicata, , 2016

©2016

ISBN

9782512003793

2512003795

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (52 pages)

Altri autori (Persone)

des peuplesL'Âme

Soggetti

Switzerland

National characteristics, Swiss

Lingua di pubblicazione

Francese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Couverture -- Page de titre -- Avant-Propos : Pourquoi la Suisse ? -- L’invention d’une nation --   Graves, froids et sereins --   Hésiter n’est pas pécher --   Des fâcheries jamais définitives --   Le côtoiement séculaire des langues --   « Dimanche noir » et fractures --   Un pays de marcheurs --   Soulever des montagnes --   L’appel du Grütli --   « Entre les quatre colosses du continent » --   Marignan, bataille des géants --   L’envers de la neutralité --   Une histoire suisse --   La modestie, valeur sûre --   La votation, cérémonie sacrée --   Une Suisse au-dessus de tout soupçon --   Homo alpinus -- Entretien : Thomas Maissen -- Entretien : Metin Arditi -- Glossaire -- Bibliographie -- Dans la collection L’Âme des peuples -- Copyright

Sommario/riassunto

This book, part of the collection 'L'âme des peuples' directed by Richard Werly, delves into the unique cultural, historical, and socio-economic aspects of Switzerland. Through insightful narratives interspersed with interviews with intellectuals, it aims to provide readers with a nuanced understanding of the nation beyond common clichés. The book explores Switzerland's legendary stories, such as that of William Tell, and its reputation for neutrality, democracy, and economic success. It highlights the country's ability to maintain harmony amidst cultural and linguistic diversity, and its development as a model of excellence and exceptionality in various domains. The text reflects on Switzerland's



history and its self-perception, touching on its mythical narratives and the impact of historical events on its national identity.

2.

Record Nr.

UNINA9910337881903321

Autore

Pierce Allan D

Titolo

Acoustics : An Introduction to Its Physical Principles and Applications / / by Allan D. Pierce

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2019

ISBN

3-030-11214-4

Edizione

[3rd ed. 2019.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (XLI, 768 p. 218 illus.)

Disciplina

534.0151

Soggetti

Acoustics

Acoustical engineering

Vibration

Dynamics

Noise control

Remote sensing

Buildings—Design and construction

Building

Construction

Engineering, Architectural

Engineering Acoustics

Vibration, Dynamical Systems, Control

Noise Control

Remote Sensing/Photogrammetry

Building Construction and Design

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Includes indexes.

Nota di contenuto

Foreword -- Preface to the Third Edition -- Preface to the First Edition -- About the Author -- List of Symbols -- Chapter 1 The Wave Theory of Sound -- Chapter 2 Quantitative Measures of Sound -- Chapter 3



Reflection, Transmission, and Excitation of Plane Waves -- Chapter 4 Radiation from Vibrating Bodies -- Chapter 5 Radiation from Sources Near and on Solid Surfaces -- Chapter 6 Room Acoustics -- Chapter 7 Low-Frequency Models of Sound Transmission -- Chapter 8 Ray Acoustics -- Chapter 9 Scattering and Diffraction -- Chapter 10 Effects of Viscosity and Other Dissipative Processes -- Chapter 11 Nonlinear Effects in Sound Propagation -- Appendix -- Indexes -- Name Index -- Subject Index.

Sommario/riassunto

This corrected version of the landmark 1981 textbook introduces the physical principles and theoretical basis of acoustics with deep mathematical rigor, concentrating on concepts and points of view that have proven useful in applications such as noise control, underwater sound, architectural acoustics, audio engineering, nondestructive testing, remote sensing, and medical ultrasonics. Since its publication, this text has been used as part of numerous acoustics-related courses across the world, and continues to be used widely today. During its writing, the book was fine-tuned according to insights gleaned from a broad range of classroom settings. Its careful design supports students in their pursuit of a firm foundation while allowing flexibility in course structure. The book can easily be used in single-term or full-year graduate courses and includes problems and answers. This rigorous and essential text is a must-have for any practicing or aspiring acoustician. Praise for the 1981 edition: "Without question this volume will take its place among the more prominent texts for advanced courses on fundamental acoustical theory and applications. The student who masters it should have no difficulty facing with assurance the current problems in acoustical technology." — R. Bruce Lindsay, Brown University in The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America Features a wealth of end-of-chapter problems and answers Written by the former Editor-in-Chief of the Acoustical Society of America Represents essential reading for all practicing and aspiring acousticians Facilitates instructional flexibility regarding topics covered, length of course, and interests of students Includes a new foreword and preface speaking to the book's continuing importance.