Category: Textbooks

Measuring exergy losses in the energy supply system of buildings shows the potential for energy improvement, which cannot be exposed using conventional energy analysis. Thermoeconomics integrates economic and thermodynamic analysis by implementing the concept of cost (an economic concept) to exergy, as exergy is a thermodynamic property suitable for this

Providing a brief, research- and theory-based approach to sexuality counseling, Sexuality Counseling (PDF) is grounded in an integrative, multi-level conceptual framework that talks about the various levels at which individuals experience sexuality. At every level (physiological, psychological, developmental, gender identity and sexual orientation, cultural/contextual, relational, and positive sexuality), authors Amber

The Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology, 2nd edition, PDF is the seminal reference in the field of positive psychology, which in recent years has transcended academia to capture the imagination of the general public. The digital PDF handbook provides a roadmap for the psychology needed by the majority of the

Head, Neck, and Dental Emergencies, 2nd Edition (PDF) provides the reader with a practical approach to the management and diagnosis of all emergent or urgent problems that occur above the collar bones. Emergency care must be quick and simple so this guide comprises diagrams, short notes, and photographs, with an emphasis

Machine Design Analysis with MATLAB (PDF) is a highly practical guide to the fundamental principles of machine design which covers the static and dynamic behavior of engineering components and structures. MATLAB has transformed the way calculations are made for engineering problems by computationally generating analytical calculations, as well as providing