Surf Science

Author : Tony Butt
Publisher : University of Western Australia Press
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : UCSD:31822041246315

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Surf Science by Tony Butt Pdf

Have you ever wondered where surfing waves come from, what makes every wave different, why some peel perfectly and others just close out; why, some days, the waves come in sets and other days they don't, and how the tides, the wind and the shape of the sea floor affect the waves for surfing? If you have, this book is for you. Now in its third edition, Surf Science is the first book to talk in depth about the science of waves from a surfer's point of view. It fills the gap between surfing books and waves textbooks, and will help you learn how to predict surf. Surf Science is also a useful introduction to oceanography and the science of waves. You don't need a scientific background to read it - just curiosity and a fascination for waves.

Author : Tony Butt
Publisher : University of Western Australia Press
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : UCSD:31822041246315

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Surf Science by Tony Butt Pdf

Have you ever wondered where surfing waves come from, what makes every wave different, why some peel perfectly and others just close out; why, some days, the waves come in sets and other days they don't, and how the tides, the wind and the shape of the sea floor affect the waves for surfing? If you have, this book is for you. Now in its third edition, Surf Science is the first book to talk in depth about the science of waves from a surfer's point of view. It fills the gap between surfing books and waves textbooks, and will help you learn how to predict surf. Surf Science is also a useful introduction to oceanography and the science of waves. You don't need a scientific background to read it - just curiosity and a fascination for waves.

Author : Tony Butt,Paula Russell,Rick Grigg
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2014-03-31
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0824839544

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Surf Science by Tony Butt,Paula Russell,Rick Grigg Pdf

Have you ever wondered where waves come from? What makes every one different, why some peel nicely and others just close out? Why, some days, waves come in sets of six and others in sets of three, and what factors affect the behavior of a surfing break? If you have, this book is for you. Now in its third edition, Surf Science is the first book to talk in depth about the science of waves from a surfer’s point of view. It fills the gap between surfing books and waves textbooks and will help you learn how to predict surf. You don’t need a scientific background to read it—just curiosity and a fascination for waves.

Author : Louis Schlapbach
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2006-01-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783540464334

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Hydrogen in Intermetallic Compounds II by Louis Schlapbach Pdf

The topic of hydrogen in an on metals and alloys is important in a number ofdisciplines including solid-state physics, materials science, physical chemistry, and energy technology. This volume treats the dynamics of hydrogen in intermetallic compounds, surface properties, kinetics, and applications of metal hydrides in energy technology. In addition, selected experimental methods are described. The introductory chapter will enable non-specialists to gain an overall picture of the field and to appreciate the relevant scientific issue. The companion volume, Hydrogene in Intermetallic Compounds I, was published as Vol. 63 of Topics in Applied Physics.

Author : Kim Dwinell
Publisher : Top Shelf Productions
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781684069965

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The Science of Surfing: A Surfside Girls Guide to the Ocean by Kim Dwinell Pdf

The ocean is packed with plants, animals, water… and science! Ride the waves of knowledge with Sam and Jade as they explain all about the amazing wonders of the sea, and have a blast doing it. Have you ever wondered why the ocean has waves? Why the tide goes in and out? And how can coral be alive when it looks like a rock? From the pages of the beloved graphic novel series, join the Surfside Girls, Sam and Jade, for a great investigation into everything that makes the ocean so cool: from moon cycles and king tides, to why a wave breaks, to otters in kelp forests… with plenty of fun and jokes along the way. Plus, there’s a whole step-by-step chapter on how to surf! The Science of Surfing is the coolest way to take a beach vacation and learn at the same time.

Author : Andrzej Wieckowski,Elena R. Savinova,Constantinos G. Vayenas
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 970 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2003-02-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780203912713

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Catalysis and Electrocatalysis at Nanoparticle Surfaces by Andrzej Wieckowski,Elena R. Savinova,Constantinos G. Vayenas Pdf

Illustrating developments in electrochemical nanotechnology, heterogeneous catalysis, surface science and theoretical modelling, this reference describes the manipulation, characterization, control, and application of nanoparticles for enhanced catalytic activity and selectivity. It also offers experimental and synthetic strategies in nanoscale surface science. This standard-setting work clariefies several practical methods used to control the size, shape, crystal structure, and composition of nanoparticles; simulate metal-support interactions; predict nanoparticle behavior; enhance catalytic rates in gas phases; and examine catalytic functions on wet and dry surfaces.

Author : C. R. Brundle
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2000-04-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080954375

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Vibrations at Surfaces by C. R. Brundle Pdf

Studies in Surface Science and Catalysis 14: Vibrations at Surfaces documents the proceedings of the third International Conference on ""Vibrations at Surfaces"" held at Asilomar, California, from September 1-4, 1982. Almost all of the 102 papers presented at the meeting are published in this volume. The topics chosen for the eight sessions held over a span of three days were: (I) Vibrational Frequency Shifts and Widths-Lateral Interactions; (II) Dynamical Processes at Surfaces; (III) and (IV) Electron Loss Spectroscopy; (V) Raman and Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering; (VI) Infrared Absorption and Reflection Spectroscopy; (VII) Beam Surface Scattering Surface Phonons; (VIII) Electron Tunneling Spectroscopy - Surface Enhanced Raman Studies in Electrochemistry. In addition, C. B. Duke presented an introductory keynote surveying progress in the field since the last meeting. In the final session H. Ibach and T. Grimley presented conference overviews and future prospects for the field from an experimental and theoretical perspective. Also included in the Proceedings are four literature surveys on Energy Loss, Inelastic Tunneling, Infrared and Raman (SERS) papers.

Author : Alfonso Hernández-Laguna,J. Maruani,R. McWeeny,Stephen Wilson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2006-04-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780306481451

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Quantum Systems in Chemistry and Physics by Alfonso Hernández-Laguna,J. Maruani,R. McWeeny,Stephen Wilson Pdf

These two volumes collect forty-four selected papers from the scientific contributions presented at the Third European Workshop on Quantum Systems in Chemistry and Physics, held in Granada (Spain), April 19–22, 1998. Ninety-nine scientists from Bulgaria, Columbia, Cuba, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Russia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, United Ki- dom, Uruguay and Venezuela attended the workshop, discussing the state of the art, new trends, and future evolution of the methods and applications. The workshop took place at the ‘Los Alixares’ Hotel, where 45 lectures were given by prominent members of the scientific community; in addition, 49 posters were presented in two very animated sessions. The success of this workshop is due, without doubt, to the excellent tradition initiated at the previous workshops, organised by Prof. R. McWeeny in San Miniato, Pisa (Italy), 1996, and by Prof. S. Wilson in Oxford (United Kingdom), 1997. These workshops create occasions for meetings and disc- sions on the current state of the art, emerging methods and applications and new trends in this area of science. The three meetings were sponsored and partially supported by the European Union (EU) in the frame of the Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) chemistry actions.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 570 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1999-10-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080561530

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Advances in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics by Anonim Pdf

This series, established in 1965, is concerned with recent developments in the general area of atomic, molecular, and optical physics. The field is in a state of rapid growth, as new experimental and theoretical techniques are used on many old and new problems. Topics covered also include related applied areas, such as atmospheric science, astrophysics, surface physics, and laser physics.

Author : Siegfried Hofmann
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 545 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642273810

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Auger- and X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy in Materials Science by Siegfried Hofmann Pdf

To anyone who is interested in surface chemical analysis of materials on the nanometer scale, this book is prepared to give appropriate information. Based on typical application examples in materials science, a concise approach to all aspects of quantitative analysis of surfaces and thin films with AES and XPS is provided. Starting from basic principles which are step by step developed into practically useful equations, extensive guidance is given to graduate students as well as to experienced researchers. Key chapters are those on quantitative surface analysis and on quantitative depth profiling, including recent developments in topics such as surface excitation parameter and backscattering correction factor. Basic relations are derived for emission and excitation angle dependencies in the analysis of bulk material and of fractional nano-layer structures, and for both smooth and rough surfaces. It is shown how to optimize the analytical strategy, signal-to-noise ratio, certainty and detection limit. Worked examples for quantification of alloys and of layer structures in practical cases (e.g. contamination, evaporation, segregation and oxidation) are used to critically review different approaches to quantification with respect to average matrix correction factors and matrix relative sensitivity factors. State-of-the-art issues in quantitative, destructive and non-destructive depth profiling are discussed with emphasis on sputter depth profiling and on angle resolved XPS and AES. Taking into account preferential sputtering and electron backscattering corrections, an introduction to the mixing-roughness-information depth (MRI) model and its extensions is presented.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Measurement
ISBN : PSU:000048531290

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Journal of Research of the National Institute of Standards and Technology by Anonim Pdf

Author : Eugene V. Dirote
Publisher : Nova Publishers
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1600210171

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New Developments in Nanotechnology Research by Eugene V. Dirote Pdf

Nanotechnology is a "catch-all" description of activities at the level of atoms and molecules that have applications in the real world. A nanometer is a billionth of a metre, about 1/80,000 of the diameter of a human hair, or 10 times the diameter of a hydrogen atom. Nanotechnology is now used in precision engineering, new materials development as well as in electronics; electromechanical systems as well as mainstream biomedical applications in areas such as gene therapy, drug delivery and novel drug discovery techniques. This book presents the latest research in this frontier field.

Author : Arthur T. Hubbard
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 950 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1995-08-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 0849389119

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The Handbook of Surface Imaging and Visualization by Arthur T. Hubbard Pdf

This exciting new handbook investigates the characterization of surfaces. It emphasizes experimental techniques for imaging of solid surfaces and theoretical strategies for visualization of surfaces, areas in which rapid progress is currently being made. This comprehensive, unique volume is the ideal reference for researchers needing quick access to the latest developments in the field and an excellent introduction to students who want to acquaint themselves with the behavior of electrons, atoms, molecules, and thin-films at surfaces. It's all here, under one cover! The Handbook of Surface Imaging and Visualization is filled with sixty-four of the most powerful techniques for characterization of surfaces and interfaces in the material sciences, medicine, biology, geology, chemistry, and physics. Each discussion is easy to understand, succinct, yet incredibly informative. Data illustrate present research in each area of study. A wide variety of the latest experimental and theoretical approaches are included with both practical and fundamental objectives in mind. Key references are included for the reader's convenience for locating the most recent and useful work on each topic. Readers are encouraged to contact the authors or consult the references for additional information. This is the best ready reference available today. It is a perfect source book or supplemental text on the subject.

Author : R. McWeeny,Jean Maruani,Y.G. Smeyers,S. Wilson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 397 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401148948

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Quantum Systems in Chemistry and Physics. Trends in Methods and Applications by R. McWeeny,Jean Maruani,Y.G. Smeyers,S. Wilson Pdf

Quantum Systems in Chemistry and Physics contains a refereed selection of the papers presented at the first European Workshop on this subject, held at San Miniato, near Pisa, Italy, in April 1996. The Workshop brought together leading experts in theoretical chemistry and molecular physics with an interest in the quantum mechanical many-body problem. This volume provides an insight into the latest research in this increasingly important field. Throughout the Workshop, the emphasis was on innovative theory and conceptual developments rather than on computational implementation. The various contributions presented reflect this emphasis and embrace topics such as density matrices and density functional theory, relativistic formulations, electron correlation, valence theory, nuclear motion, response theory, condensed matter, and chemical reactions. Audience: The volume will be of interest to those working in the molecular sciences and to theoretical chemists and molecular physicists in particular.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2008-07-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783527616848

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Advances in Electrochemical Science and Engineering, Volume 1 by Anonim Pdf

All volumes cover reviews on highly topical areas of electrochemical research and cover areas of both fundamental and practical importance. The result is a compelling set of reviews which serves equally well as an excellent and up-to-date source of information for experienced researchers active in the field as well as an introduction for newcomers. Series founders: Heinz Gerischer, Charles W. Tobias, Richard C. Alkire, Dieter M. Kolb