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16 produkter
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Inbunden, Engelska, 2013
828 kr
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In the United States at the height of the Cold War, roughly between the end of World War II and the early 1980s, a new project of redefining rationality commanded the attention of sharp minds, powerful politicians, wealthy foundations, and top military brass. Its home was the human sciences - psychology, sociology, political science, and economics, among others - and its participants enlisted in an intellectual campaign to figure out what rationality should mean and how it could be deployed. How Reason Almost Lost Its Mind brings to life the people - Herbert Simon, Oskar Morgenstern, Herman Kahn, Anatol Rapoport, Thomas Schelling, and many others - and places, including the RAND Corporation, the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences, the Cowles Commission for Research and Economics, and the Council on Foreign Relations, that played a key role in putting forth a "Cold War rationality." Decision makers harnessed this picture of rationality - optimizing, formal, algorithmic, and mechanical - in their quest to understand phenomena as diverse as economic transactions, biological evolution, political elections, international relations, and military strategy.The authors chronicle and illuminate what it meant to be rational in the age of nuclear brinkmanship.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2015
1 044 kr
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In recent decades game theory - the mathematics of rational decision-making by interacting individuals - has assumed a central place in our understanding of capitalist markets, the evolution of social behavior in animals, and even the ethics of altruism and fairness in human beings. With game theory's ubiquity, however, has come a great deal of misunderstanding Critics of the contemporary social sciences view it as part of an unwelcome trend toward the marginalization of historicist and interpretive styles of inquiry, and many accuse its proponents of presenting a thin and empirically dubious view of human choice. The World the Game Theorists Made seeks to explain the ascendency of game theory, focusing on the poorly understood period between the publication of John von Neumann and Oscar Morgenstern's seminal Theory of Games and Economic Behavior in 1944 and the theory's revival in economics in the 1980s.Drawing on a diverse collection of institutional archives, personal correspondence and papers, and interviews, Paul Erickson shows how game theory offered social scientists, biologists, military strategists, and others a common, flexible language that could facilitate wide-ranging thought and debate on some of the most critical issues of the day.
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
322 kr
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In recent decades game theory-the mathematics of rational decision-making by interacting individuals-has assumed a central place in our understanding of capitalist markets, the evolution of social behavior in animals, and even the ethics of altruism and fairness in human beings. With game theory's ubiquity, however, has come a great deal of misunderstanding. Critics of the contemporary social sciences view it as part of an unwelcome trend toward the marginalization of historicist and interpretive styles of inquiry, and many accuse its proponents of presenting a thin and empirically dubious view of human choice. The World the Game Theorists Made seeks to explain the ascendency of game theory, focusing on the poorly understood period between the publication of John von Neumann and Oscar Morgenstern's seminal Theory of Games and Economic Behavior in 1944 and the theory's revival in economics in the 1980s.Drawing on a diverse collection of institutional archives, personal correspondence and papers, and interviews, Paul Erickson shows how game theory offered social scientists, biologists, military strategists, and others a common, flexible language that could facilitate wide-ranging thought and debate on some of the most critical issues of the day.
E-bok
Engelska, 2015720 kr
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In recent decades game theory—the mathematics of rational decision-making by interacting individuals—has assumed a central place in our understanding of capitalist markets, the evolution of social behavior in animals, and even the ethics of altruism and fairness in human beings. With game theory’s ubiquity, however, has come a great deal of misunderstanding. Critics of the contemporary social sciences view it as part of an unwelcome trend toward the marginalization of historicist and interpretive styles of inquiry, and many accuse its proponents of presenting a thin and empirically dubious view of human choice. The World the Game Theorists Made seeks to explain the ascendency of game theory, focusing on the poorly understood period between the publication of John von Neumann and Oscar Morgenstern’s seminal Theory of Games and Economic Behavior in 1944 and the theory’s revival in economics in the 1980s. Drawing on a diverse collection of institutional archives, personal correspondence and papers, and interviews, Paul Erickson shows how game theory offered social scientists, biologists, military strategists, and others a common, flexible language that could facilitate wide-ranging thought and debate on some of the most critical issues of the day.
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
206 kr
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In the United States at the height of the Cold War, roughly between the end of World War II and the early 1980s, a new project of redefining rationality commanded the attention of sharp minds, powerful politicians, wealthy foundations, and top military brass. Its home was the human sciences—psychology, sociology, political science, and economics, among others—and its participants enlisted in an intellectual campaign to figure out what rationality should mean and how it could be deployed. How Reason Almost Lost Its Mind brings to life the people—Herbert Simon, Oskar Morgenstern, Herman Kahn, Anatol Rapoport, Thomas Schelling, and many others—and places, including the RAND Corporation, the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences, the Cowles Commission for Research and Economics, and the Council on Foreign Relations, that played a key role in putting forth a \u201cCold War rationality.\u201d Decision makers harnessed this picture of rationality—optimizing, formal, algorithmic, and mechanical—in their quest to understand phenomena as diverse as economic transactions, biological evolution, political elections, international relations, and military strategy.The authors chronicle and illuminate what it meant to be rational in the age of nuclear brinkmanship.
Inbunden, 2019
198 kr
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*THE PIER AT THE END OF THE WORLD is on the CBC NSTA 2016 Outstanding Science List* With lyrical writing and stunning underwater photography, this picture book follows a day in the life of the denizens lurking in the cold, tide-swept waters beneath a remote pier on the shore of a northern sea.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2018
198 kr
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Scorpions and brown recluse spiders are fine as far as they go, but if you want daily contact with venomous creatures, the ocean is the place to be. Blue-ringed octopi, stony corals, sea jellies, stonefish, lionfish, poison-fanged blennies, stingrays, cone snails, blind remipedes, fire urchins—you can choose your poison in the ocean. Venoms are often but not always defensive weapons. The banded sea krait, an aquatic snake, wriggles into undersea caves to prey on vicious moray eels, killing them with one of the world’s most deadly neurotoxins, which it injects through fangs that resemble hypodermic needles.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
3 641 kr
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CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering: Core Engineering Principles, Third Edition, offers a comprehensive exploration of key topics, including mechanics of solids, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, and mathematics. This is the first of three volumes for the third edition of the CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering.This meticulously crafted volume balances foundational knowledge with cutting-edge insights, making it an indispensable resource for both academic study and practical application. It explores critical areas of mechanical engineering, such as material behavior under forces, advanced thermodynamic principles, and the complexities of fluid dynamics, including computational fluid mechanics. Readers will also gain a deep understanding of heat and mass transfer phenomena and their applications in modern technologies like cooling systems and bioheat transfer. The inclusion of essential mathematical tools, from linear algebra to numerical methods, ensures that readers are equipped to tackle real-world engineering challenges with confidence.Designed for practicing engineers, researchers, and students in mechanical engineering, this resource is particularly valuable for professionals including mechanical engineers, thermal engineers, fluid mechanics specialists, and academic researchers seeking to advance their technical knowledge and practical applications.The third edition of CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering has been split into three volumes: Core Engineering Principles (9781032646473); Engineering Systems and Applications (9781032905327), and Specialized Topics and Emerging Technologies (9781041386209). The three volumes are also available as a set (9781041386254).
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
3 641 kr
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CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering: Engineering Systems and Applications, Third Edition, explores critical topics such as electric circuits, electromechanical systems, human–machine interaction, energy resources, energy conversion systems, air-conditioning, refrigeration, and engineering design. This is the second of three volumes for the third edition of the CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering.With its meticulous integration of foundational principles and advanced concepts, this volume bridges the gap between academic research and practical engineering challenges. The handbook offers a wealth of knowledge, covering essential topics like Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law, AC/DC circuit analysis, and advanced control systems, including neural networks and machine learning. Readers will gain insights into energy systems, from fossil fuels to renewables, and explore cutting-edge technologies like geothermal energy, marine energy, and energy storage solutions. Additionally, the book provides in-depth coverage of HVAC systems, thermodynamic analyses, and sustainable design strategies, ensuring readers are equipped to tackle the demands of modern engineering. Each chapter is crafted to provide actionable insights, making it a valuable tool for both learning and application.Designed for practicing engineers, researchers, and students, this volume is particularly relevant for professionals in roles such as mechanical engineers, energy systems analysts, HVAC specialists, control systems engineers, and engineering educators. Engineering Systems and Applications is an invaluable resource for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise, drive innovation through research, or shape the future of engineering education.The third edition of CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering has been split into three volumes: Core Engineering Principles (9781032646473); Engineering Systems and Applications (9781032905327), and Specialized Topics and Emerging Technologies (9781041386209). The three are also available as a set (9781041386254).
Inbunden, Engelska, 2026
3 641 kr
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CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering: Specialized Topics and Emerging Technologies, Third Edition, provides a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge advancements and interdisciplinary topics that are shaping the future of the field, from biomechanics to aerodynamics. This is the third of three volumes for the third edition of the CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering.This volume provides in-depth coverage of key topics, including robotics, MEMS technology, environmental engineering, and modern manufacturing. Readers will gain insights into groundbreaking areas such as desalination technologies, renewable energy systems, and advanced materials science. With chapters on engineering economics, project management, and mechanical engineering codes and standards, the book equips readers with the tools to address real-world challenges while fostering sustainable and innovative solutions.Designed for practicing engineers, researchers, and students, this volume is an indispensable resource for professionals in fields such as mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, robotics, and project management.The third edition of CRC Handbook of Mechanical Engineering has been split into three volumes: Core Engineering Principles (9781032646473); Engineering Systems and Applications (9781032905327), and Specialized Topics and Emerging Technologies (9781041386209). The three are also available as a set (9781041386254).
Ljudbok
Engelska, 2021185 kr
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Six classic Doctor Who TV soundtrack adventures starring William Hartnell as the First Doctor. In ''The Sensorites'' the Doctor and his friends visit an alien society with dark secrets. In ''The Romans'' Ian and Barbara are sold into slavery in First Century Rome, and the Doctor encounters Nero! In ''The Space Museum'' the travellers must work to avert a terrible potential future for themselves. In ''The Ark'' the Doctor, Steven and Dodo encounter the last humans to flee Earth with their alien servants, the Monoids. In ''The Gunfighters'' the TARDIS crewmembers try to avoid getting caught in crossfire at the OK Corral. In ''The War Machines'' the TARDIS lands in London, 1966, to find the brand new Post Office Tower being controlled by sinister supercomputer. Each story has additional linking narration, and there are bonus interviews with William Russell, Maureen O''Brien, Peter Purves and Anneke Wills.
Ljudbok
Engelska, 2024196 kr
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Whole civilisations are threatened in these four classic TV novelisations featuring the First, Fourth, Tenth and Eleventh Doctors.In Galaxy Four, by William Emms, the First Doctor, Steven and Vicki find the Drahvins and the Rills engaged in battle on a desolate planet - one that will explode in two days'' time.In The Ark, by Paul Erickson, the Earth is about to plunge into the Sun and humanity is heading for a new planet, but the Doctor''s arrival has a terrible impact on mankind.In The Armageddon Factor, by Terrance Dicks, the TARDIS lands in the middle of an atomic war. The Doctor, Romana and K9 meet the Marshal of Atrios, whose actions look set to bring about the end of everything.In The Day of the Doctor, by Steven Moffat, three different versions of the Doctor unite to save Earth, the Universe...and their own soul.Maureen O''Brien, Peter Purves, John Leeson and Nicholas Briggs read these exciting and action-packed adaptations from the BBC TV series.Readings produced by Neil Gardner. Sound design by Simon Power. Executive Producer for BBC Studios: Michael Stevens? 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
Ljudbok
Engelska, 2018114 kr
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An unabridged reading of this exciting novelisation of a First Doctor television adventure. It is ten million years in the future, and the Earth is about to plunge into the Sun. A gigantic Space Ark has been launched, to take the last of humanity to a new life on the planet Refusis II. Accompanying the humans on their journey are the Monoids, strange reptilian creatures from an alien world. When the TARDIS materialises on board, the Doctor and his friends are greeted with suspicion, which soon turns to open hostility when Dodo inadvertently infects the Ark''s crew with a long-forgotten virus. It is an accident which will have a terrible effect on mankind, an effect which will last for seven hundred years...
Häftad, Engelska, 2024
126 kr
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Häftad, Engelska, 2024
126 kr
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E-bok
Tyska, 2018113 kr
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Auf einer Convention in Chicago findet der »Star Wars«-Fan Paul Erickson im Mülleimer ein altes, aber gut erhaltenes Notizbuch. Als er hineinblättert, traut er seinen Augen nicht: Ein geheimnisvoller »G.L.« erzählt dort von dem Top-Secret-Filmprojekt »Star Wars«, das er im Jahr 1973 entwickeln will. Das Buch liest sich wie ein Krimi: Welchen Plot hätte »Star Wars« um ein Haar gehabt? Woher stammte die Idee für Darth Vaders Helm? Warum tragen alle Sturmtruppen Weiß? Und weshalb gibt es sie doch, die Geräusche im Weltall? In diesem erstmals öffentlich gemachten Tagebuch erfährt man endlich alles über die wahre Entstehungsgeschichte von »Star Wars«. Und wir alle können froh sein, dass nur aufgrund winziger Zufälle nicht alles ganz anders gekommen ist ...