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UNINA9911026170603321 |
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Autore |
Miller Stephen Robert |
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Titolo |
Over the Seawall : Tsunamis, Cyclones, Drought, and the Delusion of Controlling Nature |
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Washington, D. C. : , : Island Press, , 2023 |
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©2023 |
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[1st ed.] |
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1 online resource (266 pages) |
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Natural disasters |
Tsunamis |
Cyclones |
Droughts |
Human beings - Effect of environment on |
Nature - Effect of human beings on |
Hazard mitigation |
Catastrophes naturelles |
Sécheresses |
Êtres humains - Influence de l'environnement |
Êtres humains - Influence sur la nature |
natural disasters |
tidal waves |
cyclones |
drought |
NATURE / Natural Disasters |
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Soutei-Gai : northeastern Japan -- Pagal, by any other name : southwest Bangladesh -- The audacity of desert living : central Arizona. |
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"As extreme weather becomes more common, the urge to outwit nature |
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can be irresistible. But when our expensive technosolutions backfire, are we worse off than before? How should we adapt to a changing climate? Miller reveals the unintended consequences of bad adaptations or as academics call it, maladaptations--fixes that do more harm than good. From seawalls in coastal Japan, to the reengineered waters in the Ganges River Delta, to the artificial ribbon of water supporting both farms and urban centers in parched Arizona, the author traces the histories of engineering marvels that were once deemed too smart and too big to fail. In each he takes us into the land and culture, seeking out locals and experts to better understand how complicated, grandiose schemes led instead to failure, and to find answers to the technologic holes we've dug ourselves into. Miller urges us to take a hard look at the fortifications we build and how they've fared in the past. He embraces humanity's penchant for problem-solving, but argues that if we are to adapt successfully to climate change, we must recognize that working with nature is not surrender but the only way to assure a secure future."--From publisher's description. |
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UNINA9911007158203321 |
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Autore |
Wypych George |
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Titolo |
Handbook of Solvents, Volume 2 : Use, Health, and Environment |
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San Diego : , : ChemTec Publishing, , 2024 |
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©2024 |
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9781523157976 |
1523157976 |
9781774670439 |
1774670437 |
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[4th ed.] |
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1 online resource (819 pages) |
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Solvents |
Industrial safety |
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Cover -- Title page -- Copyright page -- Table of Contents -- Chapter 12. SOLVENTS USE IN VARIOUS INDUSTRIES. EXAMPLES -- 12.1 ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS -- References -- 12.2 AEROSPACE -- References -- 12.3 ASPHALT COMPOUNDING -- References -- 12.4 BIOTECHNOLOGY -- References -- 12.5 CARBON DIOXIDE CAPTURE -- References -- 12.6 CLEANING SOLVENTS AND AEROSOLS -- References -- 12.7 COIL COATING -- References -- 12.8 COLORANT SOLVENT -- References -- 12.9 COSMETICS -- References -- 12.10 DECOLORIZATION -- References -- 12.11 DRY CLEANING. TREATMENT OF TEXTILES IN SOLVENTS -- References -- 12.12 ELECTRONICS -- References -- 12.13 FABRICATED METAL PRODUCTS |
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The 'Handbook of Solvents, 4th Edition Volume 2: Use, Health, and Environment' edited by George Wypych provides a comprehensive examination of the application, health, and environmental impact of solvents across various industries. It explores the role of solvents in sectors such as adhesives, aerospace, biotechnology, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. The book also addresses environmental concerns, safety regulations, and the toxicological effects of solvent exposure. Intended for professionals and researchers in chemical, environmental, and industrial fields, the handbook aims to inform about the safe and effective use of solvents while highlighting emerging trends and regulatory guidelines. |
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UNINA9911049104303321 |
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Autore |
Biswas Suparna |
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Titolo |
Adhoc and Sensor Networks: Security and Applications / / by Suparna Biswas, Chandreyee Chowdhury, Sarmistha Neogy |
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Singapore : , : Springer Nature Singapore : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2026 |
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[1st ed. 2026.] |
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1 online resource (215 pages) |
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Studies in Systems, Decision and Control, , 2198-4190 ; ; 653 |
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Computer networks |
Wireless communication systems |
Mobile communication systems |
Computer networks - Security measures |
Telecommunication |
Computer Communication Networks |
Wireless and Mobile Communication |
Mobile and Network Security |
Communications Engineering, Networks |
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Chapter 1: Introduction -- Chapter 2: Applications of Wireless Networks -- Chapter 3: Architectures -- Chapter 4: Protocols -- Chapter 5: Fault Tolerant Network -- Chapter 6: Security attacks, threats and vulnerabilities in Wireless Sensor Networks, IoT, Adhoc Networks -- Chapter 7: Trust and light weight cryptography techniques -- Chapter 8: Case Studies -- Chapter 9: Demonstration of smart healthcare system prototype using IoT Application -- Chapter 10: Conclusions. |
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This book aims to trace the evolution of computer networks from their inception to their current advanced forms, highlighting key characteristics, issues, and challenges associated with widely used modern networks. It provides a comprehensive introduction and overview of advanced network fundamentals, effectively demonstrated through architecture, protocols, security, and contemporary |
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applications. The book addresses performance-related concerns such as security, trust, privacy, fault tolerance, energy efficiency, and routing, examined from the perspective of specific network types and applications. It is enriched with case studies and prototype developments of smart applications, including architecture, algorithm modeling, and implementation, offering readers both theoretical insights and practical understanding. Each chapter includes a dedicated problem section featuring brainstorming exercises designed to encourage readers to explore and build a complete understanding of the subject matter, both in terms of study and application. This approach aims to make the book more engaging and intellectually stimulating for readers. . |
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