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This text covers the acoustical theory necessary to the practice of noise control. Example problems are used throughout to relate the basic laws of acoustics to practical applications. The book illustrates the uses of personal computers to evaluate noise problems and noise control techniques. Interpretation of data from measurements and theoretical predictions are emphasized, and alternative noise control techniques are examined. Real-world problems and case studies are used. Special features of this book are PC use integrated with noise control theory and practice; vector sound intensity and modal analysis; prediction methods for environmental impact, industrial noise, transportation noise; up-to-date OSHA, EPA and transportation noise standards and methods

Analyzes prejudice as a literary theme in a selection of noteworthy works, including discrimination against African Americans, Mexican Americans, and Native Americans.

Critiques such novels as 'Devil in a Blue Dress' and 'Bad Boy Brawley Brown,' while providing biographical information about the African American author. (view table of contents)

Product Description: Kinematics and Dynamics of Machinery teaches readers how to analyze the motion of machines and mechanisms. Coverage of a broad range of machines and mechanisms with practical applications given top consideration. Mechanisms and Machines...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: Six Sigma Deployment provides a thorough understanding of the Six Sigma methodologies and its implementation in various industries. The authors offer practical information for successful implementation as well as what is needed to plan, monitor and steer this business strategy toward success...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Examines five novels by Gloria Naylor, showing the struggles faced by her African American characters, and presents biographical information showing her own struggles and successes. (view table of contents)

Product Description: This book is designed to take advantage of the almost universal availability of personal computers. Utilizing computer-aided design methods, this book allows readers to optimize a design with a few key strokes; to ask “what if?” ; to examine alternatives; and to plot and interpret the effect of design changes...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: From the Battle of the Bulge to the horrors of the concentration camps at Ohrdruf and Buchenwald to the destroyed streets of Nurnburg, this is an eyewitness account of the Fourth Armored Division's march through Europe. Diary notes, personal letters and newspaper reports recount daily life...read more