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  • Passive Cooling of Buildings

    by D. Asimakopoulos ...
    Series series BEST (Buildings Energy and Solar Technology)
    Energy use in buildings in the EU represents about 40% of the total annual energy consumption. With greater awareness of the need to reduce energy consumption comes a growth of interest in passive cooling, particularly as an alternative to air-conditioning. This book describes the fundamentals of passive cooling together with the principles and formulae necessary for its successful implementation. ... Read more

    $67.99 USD

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    by Mohammad Taleghani ...
    Courtyards have been used for thousands of years in different climates in the world. In hot climates they provide shading, in humid climates they cause a stack effect helping ventilation, in cold climates they break cold winds and protect their microclimate. In temperate climates (such as of the Netherlands), the thermal behaviour of courtyards has been studied less. In this dissertation, low-rise ... Read more

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  • Designing with Geosynthetics - 6Th Edition Vol. 1

    by Robert M. Koerner ...
    Following the structure of previous editions, Volume 1 of this Sixth Edition proceeds through four individual chapters on geosynthetics, geotextiles, geogrids and geonets. Volume 2 continues with geomembranes, geosynthetic clay liners, geofoam and geocomposites. The two volumes must accompany one another. All are polymeric materials used for myriad applications in geotechnical, geoenvironmental, ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Manual of Tropical Housing and Building: Climate Design

    by O H Koenigsberger, T G Ingersoll, Alan Mayhew ...
    Designed as a textbook for students of architecture, housing, environmental design and climate control in tropical countries, this book deals with the theory of climatic design and shows how practical solutions are derived from theoretical understanding. ... Read more

    $7.99 USD

  • Solar Energy Engineering

    Processes and Systems

    by Soteris A Kalogirou ...
    Energy policy promoting sustainable development is transforming global energy markets. Solar power, the most abundant of all renewable resources, is crucial to greater achieving energy security and sustainability. This new edition of Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems from Prof. Soteris Kalogirou, a renowned expert with over thirty years of experience in renewable energy systems and ... Read more

    $106.19 USD

  • Environmental Issues for Architecture

    by David Lee Smith ...
    This primer for architects explores the basic physical principles and requirements of every aspect of passive and active controls in buildings. Avoiding needless jargon, Environmental Issues for Architecture supports an understanding of environmental systems in order to inform architectural design. With topics ranging from lighting, acoustics, thermal control, plumbing, fire protection and egress, ... Read more

    $86.00 USD

  • Standard Handbook of Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering

    by William C. Lyons, Gary J Plisga BS ...
    This new edition of the Standard Handbook of Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering provides you with the best, state-of-the-art coverage for every aspect of petroleum and natural gas engineering. With thousands of illustrations and 1,600 information-packed pages, this text is a handy and valuable reference. Written by over a dozen leading industry experts and academics, the Standard Handbook of ... Read more

    $206.99 USD

  • Introduction to Architectural Science

    The Basis of Sustainable Design

    by Steven V. Szokolay ...
    Now in its third edition, this book provides the ideal and only reference to the physical basis of architectural design.Fully updated and expanded throughout, the book provides the data required for architects to design buildings that will maintain the users comfort in a variety of conditions, with minimal reliance on energy intensive methods like air conditioning.This is not a ‘how to’ book but ... Read more

    $76.99 USD

  • Advances in Passive Cooling

    Edited by Mat Santamouris ...
    Series series BEST (Buildings Energy and Solar Technology)
    Following a rapid increase in the use of air conditioning in buildings of all types, the energy demand for powering such devices has become a significant cause for concern. Passive cooling is increasingly being thought of as the best alternative to air conditioning.This book offers the latest knowledge and techniques on passive cooling, enabling building professionals to understand the state of ... Read more

    $67.99 USD

  • Foundation Engineering Handbook 2/E

    by Robert W. Day ...
    A fully up-to-date, practical guide to foundation engineeringRevised to cover the 2009 International Building Code, Foundation Engineering Handbook, Second Edition presents basic geotechnical field and laboratory studies, such as subsurface exploration and laboratory testing of soil, rock, and groundwater samples. The book then discusses the geotechnical aspects of foundation engineering, ... Read more

    $157.49 USD

  • Geotechnical Problem Solving

    by John C. Lommler ...
    Devised with a focus on problem solving, Geotechnical Problem Solving bridges the gap between geotechnical and soil mechanics material covered in university Civil Engineering courses and the advanced topics required for practicing Civil, Structural and Geotechnical engineers. By giving newly qualified engineers the information needed to apply their extensive theoretical knowledge, and informing ... Read more

    $134.00 USD

  • Chemical Process Equipment

    Selection and Design

    by James R. Couper, W Roy Penney, James R. Fair PhD ...
    Chemical Process Equipment is a results-oriented reference for engineers who specify, design, maintain or run chemical and process plants. This book delivers information on the selection, sizing and operation of process equipment in a format that enables quick and accurate decision making on standard process and equipment choices, saving time, improving productivity, and building understanding. ... Read more

    $133.19 USD