Category: Textbooks

Structural Dynamics: Concepts and Applications (PDF) emphasizes on dynamic problems in civil, mechanical and aerospace engineering through the equations of motion. The text describes structural response from dynamic loads and the modeling and calculation of dynamic responses in structural systems. A number of applications is included, from various engineering disciplines.

This brief ebook, Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Flourishing, 2nd edition (PDF) presents in-depth coverage of the relatively new area of positive psychology. Topically organized, it looks at how positive psychology relates to stresses and health within such traditional research areas as clinical, personality, developmental, social, motivational, and

The 1st part of this ebook, Introduction to Cryptography: Principles and Applications 3rd edition (PDF) covers the key concepts of cryptography on an undergraduate level, from digital signatures and encryption to cryptographic protocols. Essential techniques are demonstrated in protocols for key exchange, electronic elections, user identification and digital cash. In the 2nd part,

A winning formula now for over 15 years, Crash Course Respiratory System 4th Edition has been fully updated and fine-tuned, with an improved layout tailored to make your life easier. Especially written by recent graduates and/or senior students – those who understand what is essential for exam success – with

Hormones, Brain and Behavior, 3rd Edition (PDF) offers a state-of-the-art overview of hormonally-mediated behaviors, including an extensive discussion of the effects of hormones on fish, insects, birds, rodents, amphibians, and humans. Entries have been carefully designed to provide a valuable source of information for researchers and students in neuroendocrinology and