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Many countries produced an official national atlas in the twentieth century. This book examines these national atlases as an intriguing window into the connections between science, state, territory and power. Between 1900 and 2000, more than seventy countries produced a national atlas, an official or quasi-official rendering of the nation-state in maps and accompanying text. This book considers the reasons behind and characteristics of this state-sponsored cartographic explosion. These national atlases mirror and embody some of the important themes of this turbulent century, including the complex connections between nation, state and territory, the rise of state-sponsored science; the growth of nation-states; colonialism and postcolonialism; and the geography of biopolitics. The publication of the National Atlas of Finland in 1899 marks the beginning of the era of the modern national atlas. It is a period that coincides neatly with the twentieth century. The modern national atlas mirrors and embodies some of the important themes of this turbulent century, including the complex connections between nation, state and territory, the rise of state-sponsored science; the growth of nation-states; the geography of biopolitics. Between 1900 and 2000, more than seventy countries produced a national atlas, an official or quasi-official rendering of the nation-state in maps and accompanying text. A useful working definition of a national atlas is “a generally comprehensive, officially sanctioned single-country atlas.” This book considers the reasons behind and characteristics of this state-sponsored cartographic explosion. The changing form of the national atlas provides an intriguing window into the connections between science, state, territory and power.The primary material for this study is a close reading of thirty-seven of these national atlases from countries across the world. They represent a wide range of countries from rich to poor, progressive to regressive, and capitalist to communist. In total, these atlases provide a range of different state arrangements and national experiences. Autorid: John Rennie Short

What was design? ist ein Buch zum Schnelleinstieg in einen der umstrittensten Begriffe der Moderne.In seiner kurzen, aber steilen Karriere war "Design" immer wieder Gegenstand heftiger Debatten. Als Motor des Wandels gefeiert, als treibende Kraft der Kommerzialisierung angeprangert und regelmäßig als überstrapaziert beklagt, hält die Suche nach seiner eigentlichen Bedeutung an. Während die Antworten auf die Frage "was ist Design?" sich ständig neu formieren, wird es höchste Zeit für eine Rückschau. Dieses Buch blickt zurück und präsentiert die Erkenntnisse aus einem Jahrhundert Design-Denken in kompaktester Form.What was design? versammelt 87 historische Ein-Satz-Antworten von Praktiker:innen, Designtheoretiker:innen und Philosoph:innen - pointiert und oft verblüffend widersprüchlich.

The optimization of combustion in reciprocating engines necessitates an in-depth understanding of the underlying processes as well as accurate and comprehensive physical models. In this respect, the current knowledge on the last stage of combustion in which the flame interacts with the combustion chamber walls is limited. Hence, the objective of this book is to improve the understanding of flame-wall interaction and its modelling. Using a comprehensive analysis of the existing literature on flame-wall interactions as a starting point, the quenching process in a direct-injection spark-ignition engine is investigated via a combination of highly resolved wall heat flux measurements and extensive numerical simulations in order to gain insight into the underlying physical processes. Building on the results, a consistent modelling approach is systematically derived based on the physics of flame quenching and post-flame oxidation. The resulting flame-wall interaction model is based on the G-equation combustion model and incorporates the effects of flame quenching and near-wall turbulence. Finally, the model is applied to simulate combustion in a turbulent channel flow as well as in spark-ignition engines. The results are highlighting the importance of flame-wall interactions for premixed combustion processes in engines and their prediction via simulation.

This small but mighty book of encouraging quotes and uplifting affirmations is here to help you face any challenge life throws your way If you can dream it, you can do it Like seeds becoming mighty trees, your motivation and inspiration need to be nurtured. The right words at the right time can make a world of difference. This collection of incisive quotes and uplifting affirmations will be your cheerleader and companion on the road to success. Whatever your goal, from your career to your creativity, this book is here to give you the courage to conquer. With the help of wise words and insightful statements from go-getting leaders, creative geniuses and world-renowned innovators you will find the encouragement you need to face any challenge life throws at you. Quotes from such luminaries as Malala Yousafzai, Steve Jobs, Michelle Obama and Dwayne Johnson will supercharge your confidence and fortify your resolve. Take heart and comfort from this little book and make your dreams a reality! Autorid: Summersdale Publishers