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Crossing the Gate

Everyday Lives of Women in Song Fujian (960-1279)

by Man Xu ...

Series series SUNY series in Chinese Philosophy and Culture
Challenges the accepted wisdom about women and gender roles in medieval China.In Crossing the Gate, Man Xu examines the lives of women in the Chinese province of Fujian during the Song dynasty. Tracking women's life experience across class lines, outside as well as inside the domestic realm, Xu challenges the accepted wisdom about women and gender roles in medieval China. She contextualizes women ... Read more

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Challenges the accepted wisdom about women and gender roles in medieval China.In Crossing the Gate, Man Xu examines the lives of women in the Chinese province of Fujian during the Song dynasty. Tracking women's life experience across class lines, outside as well as inside the domestic realm, Xu challenges the accepted wisdom about women and gender roles in medieval China. She contextualizes women
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Progressive Collapse Analysis of Concrete-filled Steel Tubular Structures

by Man Xu, Shan Gao, Jing-xuan Wang ...

Series series Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering
Since the notorious terrorist attack of the World Trade Center in 2001, researchers and engineers have been forced to review the existing research works and standards in resisting the progressive collapse of structures. From then on, the design of structure against progressive collapse has tended toward quantitative design, rather than qualitative design. The collapse of the COVID-19 epidemic ... Read more

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Since the notorious terrorist attack of the World Trade Center in 2001, researchers and engineers have been forced to review the existing research works and standards in resisting the progressive collapse of structures. From then on, the design of structure against progressive collapse has tended toward quantitative design, rather than qualitative design. The collapse of the COVID-19 epidemic
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Une brève histoire de l'architecture chinoise

Edited by Zhenning Nie ...

Series series Connaissance de la culture chinoise
Discover the timeless elegance of Chinese architecture. This concise history explores the rich architectural heritage of China, from ancient foundations to imperial grandeur. Journey through time, examining:Prehistoric dwellings to magnificent palacesThe spiritual symbolism of Buddhist templesThe harmonious design of traditional courtyard homesUncover the cultural, historical, and technological ... Read more

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Discover the timeless elegance of Chinese architecture. This concise history explores the rich architectural heritage of China, from ancient foundations to imperial grandeur. Journey through time, examining:Prehistoric dwellings to magnificent palacesThe spiritual symbolism of Buddhist templesThe harmonious design of traditional courtyard homesUncover the cultural, historical, and technological
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China In World History

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Here is a fascinating compact history of Chinese political, economic, and cultural life, ranging from the origins of civilization in China to the beginning of the 21st century. Historian Paul Ropp combines vivid story-telling with astute analysis to shed light on some of the larger questions of Chinese history. What is distinctive about China in comparison with other civilizations? What have been ... Read more

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Here is a fascinating compact history of Chinese political, economic, and cultural life, ranging from the origins of civilization in China to the beginning of the 21st century. Historian Paul Ropp combines vivid story-telling with astute analysis to shed light on some of the larger questions of Chinese history. What is distinctive about China in comparison with other civilizations? What have been
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Linden's Handbook of Batteries, Fifth Edition

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Thoroughly revised, comprehensive coverage of battery technology, characteristics, and applicationsThis fully updated guide offers complete coverage of batteries and battery usage―from classic designs to emerging ... Read more

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Thoroughly revised, comprehensive coverage of battery technology, characteristics, and applicationsThis fully updated guide offers complete coverage of batteries and battery usage―from classic designs to emerging
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Chinese Philosophy - Simple Guides

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THIS BOOK WILL HELP YOU• to appreciate the variety, subtlety and wisdom of a unique philosophical tradition• to understand the major schools of thought that have shaped Chinese civilization• to draw on a rich cultural resource for different perspectives on questions of our time• to recognize traditional concepts that continue to inform Chinese thinking today China, an emerging superpower, is heir ... Read more

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THIS BOOK WILL HELP YOU• to appreciate the variety, subtlety and wisdom of a unique philosophical tradition• to understand the major schools of thought that have shaped Chinese civilization• to draw on a rich cultural resource for different perspectives on questions of our time• to recognize traditional concepts that continue to inform Chinese thinking today China, an emerging superpower, is heir
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Micro and Precision Manufacturing

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Series series Engineering (R0)
This book provides details on various micro and precision manufacturing and finishing operations performed by conventional and advanced processes, including micro-manufacturing of micro-tools and precision finishing of engineered components. It describes the process mechanism, principles and parameters while performing micro-fabrication and precision finishing operations. The text provides the ... Read more

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This book provides details on various micro and precision manufacturing and finishing operations performed by conventional and advanced processes, including micro-manufacturing of micro-tools and precision finishing of engineered components. It describes the process mechanism, principles and parameters while performing micro-fabrication and precision finishing operations. The text provides the
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Ming China, 1368–1644

A Concise History of a Resilient Empire

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This engaging, deeply informed book provides the first concise history of one of China's most important eras. Leading scholar John W. Dardess offers a thematically organized political, social, and economic exploration of China from 1368 to 1644. He examines how the Ming dynasty was able to endure for 276 years, illuminating Ming foreign relations and border control, the lives and careers of its ... Read more

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This engaging, deeply informed book provides the first concise history of one of China's most important eras. Leading scholar John W. Dardess offers a thematically organized political, social, and economic exploration of China from 1368 to 1644. He examines how the Ming dynasty was able to endure for 276 years, illuminating Ming foreign relations and border control, the lives and careers of its
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Alternating Current Field Measurement Technique for Detection and Measurement of Cracks in Structures

by Wei Li, Xin'an Yuan, Jianming Zhao, Xiaokang Yin, Xiao Li ...

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This open access book serves as a comprehensive exploration of Alternating Current Field Measurement (ACFM), encompassing the foundational theory crucial for subsequent chapters, as well as the design and testing of ACFM probes, instruments, and software. Providing guidance and serving as a reference for ACFM instrument development, the text delves into visualization research in ACFM, offering ... Read more

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This open access book serves as a comprehensive exploration of Alternating Current Field Measurement (ACFM), encompassing the foundational theory crucial for subsequent chapters, as well as the design and testing of ACFM probes, instruments, and software. Providing guidance and serving as a reference for ACFM instrument development, the text delves into visualization research in ACFM, offering
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Early China

A Social and Cultural History

by Li Feng ...

Series series New Approaches to Asian History
'Early China' refers to the period from the beginning of human history in China to the end of the Han Dynasty in AD 220. The roots of modern Chinese society and culture are all to be found in this formative period of Chinese civilization. Li Feng's new critical interpretation draws on the most recent scholarship and archaeological discoveries from the past thirty years. This fluent and engaging ... Read more

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'Early China' refers to the period from the beginning of human history in China to the end of the Han Dynasty in AD 220. The roots of modern Chinese society and culture are all to be found in this formative period of Chinese civilization. Li Feng's new critical interpretation draws on the most recent scholarship and archaeological discoveries from the past thirty years. This fluent and engaging
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Recent Development of Alternating Current Field Measurement Combine with New Technology

by Xin'an Yuan, Wei Li, Jianming Zhao, Xiaokang Yin, Xiao Li, Jianchao Zhao ...

This open access book can be divided into three parts. In part 1, three articles are employed to introduce the RACFM technology. In part 2, two articles are introduced to explain the Multifrequency ACFM. In part 3, three articles are introduced to explain the visualization research in ACFM. With the development of ACFM detection technology, traditional single excitation frequency and single ... Read more

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This open access book can be divided into three parts. In part 1, three articles are employed to introduce the RACFM technology. In part 2, two articles are introduced to explain the Multifrequency ACFM. In part 3, three articles are introduced to explain the visualization research in ACFM. With the development of ACFM detection technology, traditional single excitation frequency and single
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Advances in Frontier Research on Engineering Structures

Edited by Yang Yang ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This is an open access book. This book focuses on the research of advanced structures and anti-seismic in civil engineering. It features the most cutting-edge research directions and achievements related to civil and structural engineering. Subjects in this book include:·Engineering Structure and Seismic Resistance·Structural Mechanics Analysis·Components and Materials·Structural Seismic Design·3D ... Read more

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This is an open access book. This book focuses on the research of advanced structures and anti-seismic in civil engineering. It features the most cutting-edge research directions and achievements related to civil and structural engineering. Subjects in this book include:·Engineering Structure and Seismic Resistance·Structural Mechanics Analysis·Components and Materials·Structural Seismic Design·3D
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