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Vekinis, George |
Physics in the Kitchen |
I12833 |
2023 |
eBook |
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Marini, Daniele L. R |
Imago Cosmi |
I12820 |
2023 |
eBook |
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Penprase, Bryan E |
Models of Time and Space from Astrophysics and World Cultures |
I12801 |
2023 |
eBook |
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Hockey, Thomas |
America???s First Eclipse Chasers |
I12714 |
2023 |
eBook |
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Barrado Navascu??s, David |
Cosmography in the Age of Discovery and the Scientific Revolution |
I12713 |
2023 |
eBook |
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Strohm, Thomas |
Special Relativity for the Enthusiast |
I12709 |
2023 |
eBook |
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Belmonte, Juan Antonio |
Astronomy of Ancient Egypt |
I12694 |
2023 |
eBook |
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da Silva, Lucas F. M |
3rd International Conference on Science and Technology Education 2022 |
I12682 |
2023 |
eBook |
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Ascheron, Claus |
Scientific publishing and presentation |
I12669 |
2023 |
eBook |
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Oloff, Rainer |
The Geometry of Spacetime |
I12629 |
2023 |
eBook |
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| Title | Physics in the Kitchen |
| Author(s) | Vekinis, George |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2023. |
| Description | IX, 208 p. 12 illus., 11 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Do you know why honey drips whereas ketchup refuses to budge in the bottle? Or what kettles have in common with power stations, or how to cook with radar? This delightful and accessible book provides a smorgasbord and a whirlwind tour of the multitude of physical phenomena that occur in a kitchen: from the diffusion of nutrients during cooking to how an extractor fan works, how smells disperse, and where quantum effects are hidden. These and numerous other fascinating phenomena are served up in an engaging manner that will fascinate and tantalise the taste buds of anyone who enjoys eating, cooking or simply spending time in the kitchen. No specialist technical or mathematical knowledge is required to enjoy this book. Tuck right in and discover the universe of physical laws in your very own kitchen |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031344077 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. EBOOK - SPRINGER
3. Engineering Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer
4. Heat engineering
5. HEAT TRANSFER
6. MASS TRANSFER
7. NUTRITION
8. Nutrition??????
9. PHYSICS
10. PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY
11. SCIENCE
12. Societal Outreach of Physics
13. THERMODYNAMICS
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| Title | Imago Cosmi : The Vision of the Cosmos and the History of Astronomical Machines |
| Author(s) | Marini, Daniele L. R |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2023. |
| Description | XVIII, 501 p. 192 illus., 131 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This book takes the reader on an exploration of the Cosmos, from Mesopotamia and Egypt to China; it unveils the fascinating development of astronomy and mathematics. After an overview of the origins of these subjects, highlighting the contributions of Greek astronomers, the Arab culture, and Copernicus' solar system model, the book delves into the revolutionary work of Tycho Brahe, Johannes Kepler, Galileo Galilei, and Isaac Newton, leading to a comprehensive understanding of the solar system. Special attention is given to the instruments used by ancient astronomers, including the most important astronomical clocks and planetary machines. In light of this, the author examines Kepler's almost unknown design of a planetary machine and offers an interpretation using virtual reality techniques. The book also highlights the Chinese view of the Cosmos and the evolution of its astronomy and astronomical machines, offering readers a unique perspective and insight into the relationship between astronomy and technology in different cultures. Finally, the author provides a practical approach to understanding the construction and mechanics of astronomical machines, exploring the process of designing and manufacturing a Tellurium. The reading is enriched with short videos of the Tellurium, along with a translation of the description of the planetary machine by Christian Huygens. In addition, it provides a unique glimpse into the religious influences on astronomical studies during the mid-1700s through the translation of Johann Albrecht Bengel's book Cyclus. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and technology. It appeals to astronomers, mathematicians, physicists, and historians of science and technology alike, providing fascinating descriptions and insightful analysis of the vision of the Cosmos from its earliest conceptions to the present day |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031309441 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. COSMOLOGY
4. EBOOK - SPRINGER
5. HISTORY
6. History of Physics and Astronomy
7. HISTORY OF SCIENCE
8. HISTORY OF TECHNOLOGY
9. PHYSICS
10. SCIENCE
11. TECHNOLOGY
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| I12820 |
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| Title | Models of Time and Space from Astrophysics and World Cultures : The Foundations of Astrophysical Reality from Across the Centuries |
| Author(s) | Penprase, Bryan E |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer International Publishing, 2023. |
| Description | XV, 305 p. 151 illus., 125 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Models of Time and Space from Astrophysics and World Cultures explores how our conceptions of time, space, and the physical universe have evolved across cultures throughout the centuries. Developed with a humanistic approach, this book blends historical sources, biographical profiles of exceptional scientists, and the latest discoveries in both astrophysics and particle physics. This rich read describes the incredible insights and ultimate limits of our knowledge, the physical universe, and how ideas old and new have converged, across the world, to build our current understanding of reality. From the Large Hadron Collider to the James Webb Space Telescope, we have mapped the universe from the smallest to largest scales; allowing us to gain fundamental knowledge that has transformed our understanding of the universe. The chapters herein will teach you about dark matter and dark energy, gravitational waves and other complex parts of the cosmos. Along the way, you will learn a thing or two about quantum mechanics, parallel universes, and the ultimate boundaries of the observable universe. This book cultivates insight from a variety of cultural traditions, including perspectives from both modern and ancient cultures, in order to show how our modern conceptions of space and time have arisen from the ongoing explorations within ancient world civilizations. It is a valuable, intriguing and insightful volume for those interested in the fields of historical astronomy and cultural astronomy, as well as for anyone interested in learning about the latest finds from the field of physics and astrophysics |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031278907 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences
3. EBOOK - SPRINGER
4. History of Physics and Astronomy
5. METAPHYSICS
6. PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
7. PHYSICS
8. RELIGION AND SCIENCE
9. Religion and Sciences
10. SCIENCE
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| I12801 |
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| Title | America???s First Eclipse Chasers : Stories of Science, Planet Vulcan, Quicksand, and the Railroad Boom |
| Author(s) | Hockey, Thomas |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer International Publishing, 2023. |
| Description | XVIII, 443 p. 105 illus., 102 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | In 2017, over 200 million Americans witnessed the spectacular total eclipse of the Sun, and the 2024 eclipse is expected to draw even larger crowds. In anticipation of this upcoming event, this book takes us back in history over 150 years, telling the story of the nation???s first ever eclipse chasers. Our tale follows the chaotic journeys of scientists and amateur astronomers as they trekked across the western United States to view the rare phenomenon of a total solar eclipse. The fascinating story centers on the expeditions of the 1869 total eclipse, which took place during the turbulent age of the chimerical Planet Vulcan and Civil War Reconstruction. The protagonists???a motley crew featuring astronomical giants like Simon Newcomb and pioneering female astronomers like Maria Mitchell???were met with unanticipated dangers, mission-threatening accidents, and eccentric characters only the West could produce. Theirs is a story of astronomical proportions. Along theway, we will make several stops across the booming US railroad network, traveling from viewing sites as familiar as Des Moines, Iowa, to ones as distant and strange as newly acquired Alaska. From equipment failures and botched preparations to quicksand and apocalyptic ???comets???, welcome to the wild, western world of solar eclipses |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031241246 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. EBOOK - SPRINGER
4. History of Physics and Astronomy
5. HISTORY OF SCIENCE
6. PHYSICS
7. SCIENCE
8. United States
9. US History
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| I12714 |
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| Title | Cosmography in the Age of Discovery and the Scientific Revolution |
| Author(s) | Barrado Navascu??s, David |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer International Publishing, 2023. |
| Description | XXVII, 360 p. 82 illus., 78 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This book tells the comprehensive history of cosmography from the 15th Century Age of Discovery onward. During this time, cosmography???a science that combined geography and astronomy to inform us about our place in the universe???was deeply tied to ongoing developments in politics, exploration, culture, and technology. The book offers in-depth historical context over nearly four centuries, focusing in particular on the often neglected role that Portugal and Spain played in the development of cosmography. It details the great activity emerging from the Iberian and Italic peninsulas, including numerous voyagers of exploration, a clear commercial intention, and advancements in map-making techniques. In doing so, it provides a unique perspective on the ???Longitude problem??? not available in most other literature on the topic. Rigorously researched and sweeping in scope, this book will serve as an invaluable source for historians and readers interested in the history of science, of astronomy, and of exploration from a southern European perspective |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031298851 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. EBOOK - SPRINGER
4. Europe
5. European History
6. History of Physics and Astronomy
7. HISTORY OF SCIENCE
8. PHYSICS
9. SCIENCE
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| Title | Special Relativity for the Enthusiast |
| Author(s) | Strohm, Thomas |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer International Publishing, 2023. |
| Description | XVI, 344 p. 149 illus., 137 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This textbook introduces special relativity with a focus on a profound understanding of the physics behind the theory. The main part of the book is targeted to undergraduates, for physics education, for undergraduate students in natural sciences in general, and even to interested laypersons. To serve these target groups, the book uses only basic mathematics and, in contrast to many other introductions to special relativity, the book is based on a pedagogical approach that relies on geometry and space-time diagrams to make the surprising predictions of the theory particularly clear. Special relativity is a geometric theory, and space-time diagrams are an efficient and easily understandable way to comprehend its implications. The textbook, however, is also suitable for advanced students and enthusiasts that already learned the basics of the special theory of relativity and want to know more. Special digression sections provide plenty of interesting material. Carefully selected problems with solutions and in-depth explanations for all key experiments help deepen the knowledge |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031219245 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Applications of Mathematics
2. Classical and Quantum Gravity
3. EBOOK - SPRINGER
4. GRAVITATION
5. MATHEMATICS
6. SCIENCE
7. SCIENCE EDUCATION
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| Title | Astronomy of Ancient Egypt : A Cultural Perspective |
| Author(s) | Belmonte, Juan Antonio;Lull, Jos?? |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer International Publishing, 2023. |
| Description | XXXVIII, 588 p. 928 illus., 190 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This book is a comprehensive reference on ancient Egyptian astronomy. Written by two recognized specialists???one an astronomer trained in Egyptology, and the other an Egyptologist trained in astronomy???it synthesizes and analyses the international body of research surrounding this ancient culture. The chapters in this work address all major topics in the field, including Egyptian cosmogony and worldview, timekeeping devices and calendars, land- and skyscapes, astronomy-influenced architecture, chronology and more. Each chapter includes an introduction, an overview of the existing documentation on the subject, a critical discussion of ongoing debates and questions, and a presentation of state-of-the-art research. Straddling the line between Egyptology and astronomy, this multidisciplinary book will appeal to any scholar or specialist interested in studying ancient Egyptian astronomy |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031118296 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. COSMOLOGY
4. EBOOK - SPRINGER
5. HISTORY OF SCIENCE
6. SCIENCE
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| Title | 3rd International Conference on Science and Technology Education 2022 : Selected Contributions of STE 2022 |
| Author(s) | da Silva, Lucas F. M;Ferreira, Ant??nio J. M |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer International Publishing, 2023. |
| Description | VIII, 151 p. 60 illus., 53 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This volume of the series Proceedings in Engineering Mechanics - Research, Technology and Education provides selected papers presented at the 3rd International Conference on Science and Technology Education, held in Porto, Portugal, October 6-7, 2022. From the various topics covered at this conference, individual contributions have been selected for this book. These contributions focus on learning mechanisms, learning systems and assessment. The book presents the latest trends, new methods and ideas in science and technology education. An essential resource for lecturers and tutors working in this field |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031254017 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Didactics and Teaching Methodology
2. EBOOK - SPRINGER
3. EDUCATION
4. SCIENCE
5. Science, Technology and Society
6. Societal Outreach of Physics
7. TEACHING
8. TECHNOLOGY
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| Title | Scientific publishing and presentation : A practical guide with advice on doctoral studies and career planning |
| Author(s) | Ascheron, Claus |
| Publication | Berlin, Heidelberg, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2023. |
| Description | XII, 157 p. 24 illus., 5 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | The aim of this book is to help young scientists improve their oral and written communication skills and thus better sell their own results. This book is not a scientific textbook. It addresses the often forgotten question of how to present one's scientific results effectively and convincingly in talks and publications. In addition, this book provides background knowledge on the process of scientific publishing and scientific customs. The recommendations help to develop a good and effective work and communication style that will benefit you throughout your life and bring satisfaction in your work. Furthermore, concrete advice is given on how to write and successfully defend a dissertation and how to take the first steps in career planning. The author Claus Ascheron studied physics at the University of Leipzig. He received his diploma in 1976 and his doctorate in 1980, for which he was awarded the Gustav Hertz Prize of the Physical Society. In 1986 he habilitated. Until 1992 he taught physics at the University of Leipzig. In 1993 he was a visiting professor at the Australian National University in Canberra. This was followed by a two-year Full Professorship at Kyoto University, Japan. From 1995 to 2018, he was the editor responsible for a major part of the physics book program of Springer-Verlag in Heidelberg. He has been invited by numerous international universities and research institutions to teach soft-skill courses on the topics covered in this book. This book is a translation of an original German edition. The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence (machine translation by the service DeepL.com). A subsequent human revision was done primarily in terms of content, so that the book will read stylistically differently from a conventional translation |
| ISBN,Price | 9783662664049 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. EBOOK - SPRINGER
3. PHYSICS
4. PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY
5. SCIENCE
6. SCIENCE EDUCATION
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| Title | The Geometry of Spacetime : A Mathematical Introduction to Relativity Theory |
| Author(s) | Oloff, Rainer |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer International Publishing, 2023. |
| Description | XIX, 274 p. 50 illus., 1 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This book systematically develops the mathematical foundations of the theory of relativity and links them to physical relations. For this purpose, differential geometry on manifolds is introduced first, including differentiation and integration, and special relativity is presented as tensor calculus on tangential spaces. Using Einstein's field equations relating curvature to matter, the relativistic effects in the solar system including black holes are discussed in detail. The text is aimed at students of physics and mathematics and assumes only basic knowledge of classical differential and integral calculus and linear algebra |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031161391 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. COSMOLOGY
2. EBOOK - SPRINGER
3. Foundations of Physics and Cosmology
4. GENERAL RELATIVITY
5. GENERAL RELATIVITY (PHYSICS)
6. MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS
7. SCIENCE
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