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Build and program MINDSTORM NXT robots with Daniele Benedettelli, one of the world s most respected NXT robot builders. He shows you how to build and program them from scratch, starting with the simplest robots and progressing in difficulty to a total of seven award winning robots! You can download all the code, along with low resolution videos that show how your robot works when it s finished. You don t need to be a programmer to develop these cool robots because all the code is provided, but advanced developers will enjoy seeing the secrets of Benedettelli s code and techniques revealed. more...

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Presents readers with the elementary building blocks for the design of digital hardware systems and processor networks Provides a unique evaluation of standard DSP architectures whilst providing up-to-date information on the latest architectures, including the TI 55x and TigerSharc chip families and the Virtex FPGA (field-programmable gate array) Introduces the concepts and methodologies for describing and designing hardware VHDL is presented and used to illustrate the design of a simple processor A practical overview of hardware/software codesign with design techniques and considerations illustrated with examples of real-world designs more...

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Demonstrates how anyone in math, science, and engineering can master DFT calculations. Density functional theory (DFT) is one of the most frequently used computational tools for studying and predicting the properties of isolated molecules, bulk solids, and material interfaces, including surfaces. Although the theoretical underpinnings of DFT are quite complicated, this book demonstrates that the basic concepts underlying the calculations are simple enough to be understood by anyone with a background in chemistry, physics, engineering, or mathematics. The authors show how the widespread availability of powerful DFT codes makes it possible for students and researchers to apply this important computational technique to a broad range of fundamental and applied problems. Density Functional Theory: A Practical Introduction offers a concise, easy-to-follow introduction to the key concepts and practical applications of DFT, focusing on plane-wave DFT. The authors have many years of experience introducing DFT to students from a variety of backgrounds. The book therefore offers several features that have proven to be helpful in enabling students to master the subject, including:. Problem sets in each chapter that give readers the opportunity to test their knowledge by performing their own calculations;. Worked examples that demonstrate how DFT calculations are used to solve real-world problems;. Further readings listed in each chapter enabling readers to investigate specific topics in greater depth. This text is written at a level suitable for individuals from a variety of scientific, mathematical, and engineering backgrounds. No previous experience working with DFT calculations is needed. more...

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In this book John Bird introduces electrical principles and technology through examples rather than theory - enabling students to develop a sound understanding of the principles needed by technicians in fields such as electrical engineering, electronics and telecommunications. No previous background in engineering is assumed, making this an ideal text for vocational courses, foundation degree and introductory courses for undergraduates. The book presents a logical topic progression rather than following the structure of a particular syllabus. However, the coverage of this new edition has been brought fully in line with the 2007 BTEC National specifications for the units Electrical and Electronic Principles and Further Electrical Principles. It is also designed to cover the requirements of the BTEC First specifications. Other changes in the third edition include:. * Now with colour to aid navigationo and to highlight key points and formulae. * New chapters on semiconductor diodes and transistors. * New sections on modern batteries and fuel cells; relative and absolute voltages; the rotation of a loop in a magnetic field; self and mutual inductance; analogue and digital oscilloscopes and virtual storage oscilloscopes. * More problems added. Includes: * 400 worked problems and answers * 340 multiple-choice questions and answers * 420 short-answer questions and answers * 600 further questions and answers arranged in 150 exercises * 7 revision tests which are ideal for tests and homework (no answers provided). Support material for tutors is available as a free download at http://textbooks.elsevier.com:. * Instructor's manual with full solutions and suggested marking scheme for the revision tests in the book. * Solutions manual of about 250 pages with worked solutions for approximately 70% of the nearly 600 further questions in the book more...

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Frommer's Miami & the Keys day by day. 14 Smart Ways to See the City. 14 Self-guided Tours. 43 Maps. One Great Trip. At last, a travel guide that tells you how to see the best of everything—in the smartest, most time-efficient way.:. The best of Miami & the Keys in one, two, or three days;. Thematic tours for every interest, schedule, and taste;. Walking tours of the city's best-loved neighborhoods;. Hundreds of evocative color photos;. Bulleted maps that show you how to get from place to place;. Hotels, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife for all budgets;. A tear-resistant foldout map—enclosed in a handy plastic wallet you can also use for tickets and souvenirs more...

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