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Good, Gerry A |
Observing Variable Stars |
I10612 |
2003 |
eBook |
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Parsons, Paul |
The Deep-Sky Observer???s Year |
I10609 |
2001 |
eBook |
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| 33 |
Padmanabhan, Tattamangalam R |
Industrial Instrumentation |
I10608 |
2000 |
eBook |
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| 34 |
Astr??m, Karl J |
Control of Complex Systems |
I10605 |
2001 |
eBook |
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| 35 |
Moore, Patrick |
More Small Astronomical Observatories |
I10603 |
2002 |
eBook |
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| 36 |
Ratledge, David |
Observing the Caldwell Objects |
I10601 |
2000 |
eBook |
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| 37 |
Inglis, Mike |
Observer???s Guide to Stellar Evolution |
I10599 |
2003 |
eBook |
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| 38 |
Mollise, Rod |
Choosing and Using a Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope |
I10598 |
2001 |
eBook |
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| 39 |
Kitchin, C. R |
Illustrated Dictionary of Practical Astronomy |
I10596 |
2002 |
eBook |
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| 40 |
Moore, Patrick |
Patrick Moore???s Millennium Yearbook |
I10590 |
2000 |
eBook |
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| Title | Observing Variable Stars |
| Author(s) | Good, Gerry A |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2003. |
| Description | VIII, 284 p. 428 illus : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Observing variable stars is one of the major contributions amateur astronomers make to science. There are 36,000 variable stars listed in the General Catalogue of Variable Stars, so it is clearly impossible for the limited number of professional observatories to target even the majority of them. That's where amateur astronomers come in - thousands of them turning their telescopes to the sky every night. Variable star observing is the most popular of "real science" activities for amateurs, and Gerry Good's book provides everything needed. The first part of the book provides a highly detailed account of the various classes of variable star, with examples, illustrations and physical descriptions. The second section covers practical aspects of observing, everything from preparation and planning, through observing techniques, to data management and reduction |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447100553 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
2. Astronomy???Observations
3. EBOOK
4. EBOOK - SPRINGER
5. Observations, Astronomical
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| Title | The Deep-Sky Observer???s Year : A Guide to Observing Deep-Sky Objects Throughout the Year |
| Author(s) | Parsons, Paul |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2001. |
| Description | X, 253 p. 57 illus : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Deep-sky observing - that's looking at the stars, nebulae and galaxies - is easily the most popular field for amateur astronomers. The big problem faced by non-professional observers is what to look at - what's visible at a paticular time of year. The Deep-sky Observer's Year is a month-by-month guide to the best objects to view. Objects are given a "star rating" according to how difficult they are to observe or image (i.e. photograph) with a particular size of telescope. The book includes many images produced by amateur astronomers, as well as photographs from NASA, ESA and ESO. There is also some background information about the objects that can be seen, along with lots of useful tips, hints, and resources (especially about what's available on the Internet) for deep-sky observers |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447102458 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
2. Astronomy???Observations
3. ASTROPHYSICS
4. Astrophysics and Astroparticles
5. EBOOK
6. EBOOK - SPRINGER
7. Observations, Astronomical
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| I10609 |
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| Title | Industrial Instrumentation : Principles and Design |
| Author(s) | Padmanabhan, Tattamangalam R |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2000. |
| Description | XXII, 643 p : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Pneumatic, hydraulic and allied instrumentation schemes have given way to electronic schemes in recent years thanks to the rapid strides in electronics and allied areas. Principles, design and applications of such state-of-the-art instrumentation schemes form the subject matter of this book. Through representative examples, the basic building blocks of instrumentation schemes are identified and each of these building blocks discussed in terms of its design and interface characteristics. The common generic schemes synthesized with such building blocks are dealt with subsequently. This forms the scope of Part I. The focus in Part II is on application. Displacement and allied instrumentation, force and allied instrumentation and process instrumentation in terms of temperature, flow, pressure level and other common process variables are dealt with separately and exhaustively. Despite the diversity in the sensor principles and characteristics and the variety in the applications and their environments, it is possible judiciously to carve out broad areas of application for each type of sensor and the instrumentation built around it. The last chapter categorises instrumentation schemes according to their different levels of complexity. Specific practical examples - especially at involved complexity levels - are discussed in detail |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447104513 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. EBOOK
2. EBOOK - SPRINGER
3. ELECTRONICS
4. Electronics and Microelectronics, Instrumentation
5. Industrial and Production Engineering
6. Industrial engineering
7. Measurement Science and Instrumentation
8. Measurement??????
9. MICROELECTRONICS
10. PHYSICAL MEASUREMENTS
11. Production engineering
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| Title | Control of Complex Systems |
| Author(s) | Astr??m, Karl J;Albertos, Pedro;Blanke, Mogens;Isidori, Alberto;Schaufelberger, Walther;Sanz, Ricardo |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2001. |
| Description | XII, 482 p : online resource |
| Abstract Note | The world of artificial systems is reaching complexity levels that es?? cape human understanding. Surface traffic, electricity distribution, air?? planes, mobile communications, etc. , are examples that demonstrate that we are running into problems that are beyond classical scientific or engi?? neering knowledge. There is an ongoing world-wide effort to understand these systems and develop models that can capture its behavior. The reason for this work is clear, if our lack of understanding deepens, we will lose our capability to control these systems and make they behave as we want. Researchers from many different fields are trying to understand and develop theories for complex man-made systems. This book presents re?? search from the perspective of control and systems theory. The book has grown out of activities in the research program Control of Complex Systems (COSY). The program has been sponsored by the Eu?? ropean Science Foundation (ESF) which for 25 years has been one of the leading players in stimulating scientific research. ESF is a European asso?? ciation of more than 60 leading national science agencies spanning more than 20 countries. ESF covers has standing committees in Medical Sci?? ences, Life and Environmental Sciences, Physical and Engineering Sci?? ences, Humanities and Social Sciences. The COSY program was ESF's first activity in the Engineering Sciences. The program run for a period of five years starting January 1995 |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447103493 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Control and Systems Theory
2. Control engineering
3. EBOOK
4. EBOOK - SPRINGER
5. ENGINEERING DESIGN
6. Measurement Science and Instrumentation
7. Measurement??????
8. PHYSICAL MEASUREMENTS
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| Title | Observing the Caldwell Objects |
| Author(s) | Ratledge, David |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2000. |
| Description | V, 245 p. 1023 illus : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Background A new collection of deep sky targets for the modern amateur astronomer was long overdue. The traditional catalogue of deep sky objects, i.e. that produced by Messier over 200 years ago, has become a victim of its own success. Those objects have now become far too well known, over-viewed, over-imaged and over-published. More importantly they have often resulted in more interesting objects being totally overlooked. The logic behind the compilation of Messier's objects was nothing more profound than that they might be confused for a comet! There must be a better way to choose the best deep sky objects for the modern era. It was time for a fresh approach. Enter Patrick Moore. As an active observer for over half a century and the last 40 years of which, as presenter ofBBC TV's Sky at Night, he has travelled all over the World and never missed the opportunity to observe the skies. This has given him an in-depth, practical knowledge of deep sky objects in both northern and southern hemispheres |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447103691 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
2. Astronomy???Observations
3. ASTROPHYSICS
4. Astrophysics and Astroparticles
5. EBOOK
6. EBOOK - SPRINGER
7. Observations, Astronomical
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| I10601 |
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| Title | Observer???s Guide to Stellar Evolution : The Birth, Life and Death of Stars |
| Author(s) | Inglis, Mike |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2003. |
| Description | XVII, 238 p : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Stellar evolution - the birth, development and death of stars - is central to our current understanding of astronomy. This area of astrophysics is often portrayed as being difficult and mathematical, but Mike Inglis brings it to life in a unique way, combining a step-by-step introduction with suggestions for making practical observations of stars at different stages in their evolution. Every amateur astronomer - regardless of their current level of knowledge - will find this book fascinating and informative |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447100591 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
2. Astronomy???Observations
3. EBOOK
4. EBOOK - SPRINGER
5. Observations, Astronomical
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| I10599 |
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| Title | Choosing and Using a Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope : A Guide to Commercial SCTs and Maksutovs |
| Author(s) | Mollise, Rod |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2001. |
| Description | VII, 360 p. 578 illus : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Amateur astronomy is becoming more and more popular, mostly because of the availability of relatively low-cost astronomical telescopes of superb quality - commercially-made Schmidt-Cassegrain and Maksutovs. Rod Mollise's book contains everything amateur astronomers need to know about these telescopes. Featuring (but not exclusively) the ubiquitous Meade and Celestron ranges, he describes what these instruments will do, how to use them, and which are the best to choose. This book includes everything! There are sections on accessories, observing techniques, and hints and tips gleaned from his 25 years experience with this type of telescope: cleaning, collimating, maintaining the telescope and mounting; using the telescope in various conditions; computer control; imaging (wet, digital and CCD). This is the perfect book for amateur astronomers who are about to invest in a new Schmidt-Cassegrain or Maksutov telescope, or for those who already have one and want to get the best out of it |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447102274 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
2. Astronomy???Observations
3. ASTROPHYSICS
4. Astrophysics and Astroparticles
5. EBOOK
6. EBOOK - SPRINGER
7. Observations, Astronomical
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| Title | Illustrated Dictionary of Practical Astronomy |
| Author(s) | Kitchin, C. R |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2002. |
| Description | VIII, 280 p : online resource |
| Abstract Note | The purpose of this book is two-fold. Firstly to provide a handy quick source of ref?? erence of the terms, techniques, instruments, formulas, processes, etc. , for practising observers, whether it is their first look through someone else's small telescope, or whether they have spent decades building their own instruments, observing with them and are regularly producing results to rival those of the professionals. It is not principally aimed at professional observers, but in order to be sufficiently compre?? hensive for its intended audience, many entries have been included which will be relevant at that level. In particular though, the more esoteric parts of spectroscopy have not been included. References to specific observatories are included if their instrumentation includes optical telescopes over 1 m in diameter or radio dishes over 20 m. Individual entries for telescopes of 4 m or over are included, and for the larger radio instruments, plus other telescopes that may be of interest for historical or other reasons (for example the 1m Yerkes refractor). Spacecraft have generally not been included (apart from the Hubble space telescope) because their short working lives mean that most current spacecraft will no longer be operating by the time that this book is published. Also the names of spacecraft are frequently changed after launch making it difficult to identify which mission is which. References to commercial organisations, and to some widely available commercial products have been includ?? ed, but an intending purchaser should always obtain up-to-date information |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447101758 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
2. Astronomy???Observations
3. EBOOK
4. EBOOK - SPRINGER
5. Observations, Astronomical
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| Title | Patrick Moore???s Millennium Yearbook : The View from AD 1001 |
| Author(s) | Moore, Patrick;Chapman, Allan |
| Publication | London, Springer London, 2000. |
| Description | XII, 100 p. 37 illus : online resource |
| Abstract Note | In a year that will probably be remembered almost as much for books about the millennium as for the turn of 2000 A.D itself, Patrick Moore's Millennium Yearbook celebrates.....well, the wrong millennium! This thoroughly entertaining book - which is for everyone, not just astronomers - contains articles on King Alfred's chronological work, reviews of the new Star Catalogue by the Arab Al-Sufi and the latest edition of Ptolemy's Almagast. And foreshadowing the change to metric units by 1000 years, the book uses arabic numbers instead of Roman - but there is a conversion table if you have trouble with the idea of "zero" and prefer the older system |
| ISBN,Price | 9781447103752 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
2. Astronomy???Observations
3. ASTROPHYSICS
4. Astrophysics and Astroparticles
5. EBOOK
6. EBOOK - SPRINGER
7. Observations, Astronomical
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