The Milky Way and Beyond: Stars, Nebulae, and Other Galaxies

Author: Erik Gregersen
Publisher: Britannica/Rosen Education Service, 2009
ISBN: 978-1-61530-053-2, 218 pages, True PDF, bookmarked

From the An Explorer's Guide to the Universe Series
Our Search for knowledge about the universe has been remarkable, heartbreaking, fantastical, and inspiring, and this search is just beginning. The Milky Way and Beyond is part of a 7 book series that takes readers through a virtual time warp of our discovery. From the nascent space programs of the 1960's to today's space tourism and the promise of distant planet colonization, readers will be transfixed. Throughout this journey of the mind, Earth-bound explorers gain keen insight into the celestial phenomena that have fascinated humans for centuries. Thrilling narratives about indefatigable scientific contributors and technological advances will rouse the imagination. Each book is lavished with photographs and illustrations that transport readers more deeply into the interstellar action.

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Roark's Formulas for Stress and Strain

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The best reference on stress analysis ever published--now bigger and better than ever! Roark's Formulas For Stress and strain, Sixth Edition. Engineers the world over have used Roark's formulas for fast, superior stress analysis in engineering design. The sixth edition has it all--hundreds of valuable formulas and new data on curved beams, shell, and planes areas. It will save you hours of valuable time and money every time you design and analyze the physical and environmental stresses of structural components. With Roark, you don't have to resort to costly and time-consuming numerical analysis. You'll be able to quickly and easily apply formulas for shells, plates, beams, bars, columns, and planes to verify the accuracy and reliability of their design.

From the Back Cover
The Ultimate Roark's now includes--
* New material
* More tables and case studies
* Easier-to-read notations and figures
* More accessible layout
* Consistent table and equation numbering
* More on experimental stress analysis and stress concentrations
* New data on material behavior under stress and strain including appendix on composite materials

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KEEP YOUR BRAIN ALIVE 83 Neurobic Exercises to Help Prevent

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Keep Your Brain Alive presents the first brain exercise program scientifically based on the adult brain's ability to produce its own natural brain food. Developed by a leading neurological research scientist and the author of "60 Ways to Relieve Stress in 60 Seconds," the program offers 83 simple "neurobic" exercises designed to fight off the effects of mental aging by helping to prevent memory loss and increase mental fitness.


OVER 40? GETTING FORGETFUL? TROUBLE LEARNING NEW TRICKS?

Introducing Neurobics, a unique brain exercise program based on the latest neuroscience research. These deceptively simple exercises help stimulate the production of nutrients that grow brain cells to keep the brain younger and stronger. Neurobics uses the five senses in unexpected ways and shakes up everyday routines. The exercises are offbeat, fun, and can be done anywhere, anytime. The result: a mind fit to meet any challenge-whether it's remembering a name, mastering a new computer program, or staying creative in your work.

Lawrence C. Katz, Ph.D., is the James B. Duke Professor of Neurobiology at Duke University Medical Center. His research focuses on brain development. Manning Rubin is a Senior Creative Supervisor at K2 Design in New York City, and the author of 60 Ways to Relieve Stress in 60 Seconds.

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Cakes and Bakes

Parragon Book Service Ltd | 2009 | ISBN: 1407574396 | English | 96 pages | PDF | 16 Mb

A mouthwatering collection of over 50 recipes for dreamy cakes and bakes.

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The Complete Guide To The iPad 2010

The Complete Guide To The iPad 2010
English | PDF | 164 pages | 21.2 MB

Everything you need to know about Apple’s revolutionary mobile device. Get ready to embrace the iPad with this in-depth guide, packed with 100s of tips and tricks, essential how-to tutorials and must-have apps. Plus key features explained, from getting started and browsing the internet to using contacts and setting up email. This essential guide tells you everything you need to know about the iPad.


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Lynda.com - Photoshop CS5 New Features

AUTHOR: Jan Kabili
RELEASE DATE: 4/12/2010
DURATION (hrs:min:sec): 02:49:00
LEVEL: Intermediate
COMPATIBILITY: Mac & Windows
EXERCISE FILES: Yes
File Size: 375mb

Online Training Library® Exclusive!
Photoshop CS5 New Features is an Online Training Library® exclusive; this title is not available on disc.

In Photoshop CS5 New Features, author Jan Kabili introduces new features and productivity enhancements that include reshaping images with Puppet Warp, turning photographs into paintings, and Content-Aware Fill options. The course examines CS5 enhancements to existing features include significant improvements to High Dynamic Range (HDR) photo processing, selection and mask edge refinement, and lens-related photo corrections. A brief overview of companion applications, Adobe Bridge CS5 and Adobe Camera Raw 6, is included. Exercise files are included with the course.

Topics include:
• Performing Content-Aware Fill and spot healing
• Painting realistic brush strokes with bristle brush tips
• Blending paint with canvas colors with the Mixer Brush tool
• Selecting hair and other soft edges with fine detail or edges with sharp contrast
• Extruding 2D objects in 3D space
• Creating surrealistic and photorealistic HDR images in Merge to HDR Pro
• Simulating HDR imaging in a single photo with the HDR Toning adjustment
• Working with Mini Bridge


INSTALLATION
Unpack, burn or mount and enjoy.

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Lynda.com - Creating a First Web Site with Dreamweaver CS5

Author:Paul Trani
Duration (hr:min):02:18
Released on:5/11/2010
Exercise files:Yes

Genre: eLearning
Size: 264mb
Type: Mov

Creating a First Web Site with Dreamweaver CS5 demonstrates how to establish a presence online using the industry-leading Web authoring tool, Adobe Dreamweaver CS5. Adobe Certified Instructor Paul Trani walks through the steps in creating an accessible, standards-based site from start to finish. This course covers how to create basic Web pages, add text and image content, implement a photo gallery, create a contact form, and use Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to add visual appeal and layout control. The course also covers how to test a site across multiple browsers and operating systems using BrowserLab, available exclusively in Dreamweaver CS5. Exercise files accompany the course.

Topics include:
* Understanding Internet and Web site principles
* Adding content to a Web page
* Linking to Web sites and e-mail addresses
* Styling content with CSS
* Exploring Dreamweaver’s pre-built layouts
* Inserting images
* Adding SWF content
* Uploading and testing a Web site


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