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Advanced Engineering Electromagnetics

Constantine A. Balanis

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Total reviews: 15 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Good theoretical treatment of electromagnetic theory 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

In this book Balanis goes into great detail covering the solutions of the wave equation for several important boundary-valued EM problems in different coordinate systems. One of the other reviewers complains of the wordiness in this book and how Balanis' solves both the TE and TM problems in every case. I do not see the faults here as these are fundamental concepts that all graduate level electromagnetics students need to become familiar with. Wordiness, especially to someone unfamiliar with many of the more complex topics in electromagnetics, is only beneficial.

Later in the book Balanis includes very basic discussions on the Method of Moments, which are pretty much cut-and-paste from his antenna book. As there are other resources dealing specifically with the MoM, there is really no reason to include it here. Otherwise, a timeless reference that refer to over and over again.

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A second course in electromagnetics, offering integrated, detailed coverage of the classical topics, from Maxwell's equations to Green's functions. Covers electromagnetic boundary-value problems in rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates. Also includes computer programs for the solution of assigned problems.

Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics, 3rd Edition

Michael J. Moran, Howard N. Shapiro

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Total reviews: 28 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

I had to teach myself from this... 4 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Great book, my professor for this class lacked a Ph.D and the ability to teach, so I was on my own for the most part. I nearly pulled an A in the course. On a technical note, they aren't so clear on/or make a few minor errors, be careful with the P-h diagrams.

Thoughts from an ME Undergraduate 3 out of 5 stars.
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I'm currently using this book for my undergraduate thermo course and this is my first class (and first book) on thermodynamics. That said, I must I have mixed feelings about this book. On one hand, I'll agree that there's plenty of examples which are helpful and there's plenty of rigor in explaining many concepts.

On the other hand, I will also say that I was completely lost several times when reading the book. I definitely agree with the other review that complained about this book's wordiness. In an introductory text such as this, I'm a firm believer that you shouldn't string together long, run-on sentences with nothing but definition terms (where you have to lookup virtually each word in the sentence from other chapters). I've also noticed that many intro texts *fail to succinctly and clearly explain completely new terms and concepts in easy-to-understand words and real-world examples*, and this is no exception!

Central summary pages including main formulas (and page numbers for alternative forms of the main formulas) would be helpful for students instead of constantly flipping through the chapters looking for something specific formula.

Also, the back of the book solutions severely lack any sort of real form (most books give either all odd or even solutions) and the problems themselves often require complex assumptions that first-year thermo students such as myself aren't going to think of right off-the-bat. Starting point hints would be a BIG help.

All that said, I'd say that while this is a pretty good, detailed book, good luck if you're an engineering undergrad taking a thermo class for the first time with this book. You'll probably benefit from lectures more than from this book.

Editorial Review:

This book presents a comprehensive and rigorous treatment of classical thermodynamics. Noted for its treatment of the second law, it clearly presents both theory and application. Environmental topics and applications have been expanded and updated.

2000 Solved Problems in Mechanical Engineering Thermodynamics (Schaum's Solved Problems Series)

P. E. Liley

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Here are all the problems a student will ever need in mechanical engineering thermodynamics. This title is a complete and expert source of problems with solutions. Any problem or type of problem pertinent to the student's understanding of the subject is included.

Basic Technical Physics

Paul E. Tippens

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Great examples of practical problems. 4 out of 5 stars.
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This book is a great resource for beginning students to understand how math is applied. We are using certain components of this book to use in the Laser and Semiconductor classes that we teach. Student gain a large part of what they should learn by the examples. The suggestion on what to do to implove this book would be to increase the examples on how the math and physics are used.

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This one-semester survey of principles of physics for technical students emphasizes practical applications that represent a broad coverage of physics as it relates to the various technical areas. The concepts presented allow students to relate the principles of physics to practical job-related applications. The questions and problems at the end of each chapter have been carefully chosen for their realistic application to industry and for their instructional value. The only mathematics prerequisite is the algebra necessary to understand simple formulas. For teaching convenience, the more difficult sections of the text, which are optional, are identified by asterisks in the table of contents.

Schaum's Outline of Theory and Problems of Physics for Engineering and Science (Schaum's Outlines)

Dare A. Wells, Harold S. Slusher

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A problem oriented book to be used as a supplement with college books in university physics courses at the calculus level. Included are 695 solved problems.

Fundamentals of Classical Thermodynamics/Book and Disk

Gordon J. Van Wylen, Richard E. Sonntag, Claus Borgnakke, C. Borgnakke

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Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

specific and very practical 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.

it has a lot of worked problems, covers every field in thermal and heat tranfer engineering.

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specific and very practical 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

it has a lot of worked problems, covers every field in thermal and heat tranfer engineering.

¿HOW CAN I GET THE SOLUTIONS MANUAL? ¿HOW MUCH IS THE COST?

I'M A MARINE ENGINEERING, PROFESSOR AND LECTURER

specific and very practical 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 4 people found this review helpful.

it has a lot of worked problems, covers every field in thermal and heat tranfer engineering.

¿HOW CAN I GET THE SOLUTIONS MANUAL? ¿HOW MUCH IS THE COST?

I'M A MARINE ENGINEERING, PROFESSOR AND LECTURER

specific and very practical 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.

it has a lot of worked problems, covers every field in thermal and heat tranfer engineering.

¿HOW CAN I GET THE SOLUTIONS MANUAL? ¿HOW MUCH IS THE COST?

I'M A MARINE ENGINEERING, PROFESSOR AND LECTURER

Solid State Physics for Engineering and Materials Science

John Philip McKelvey

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A good comprehensive book 4 out of 5 stars.
9 of 9 people found this review helpful.

This is a thorough and well presented book. It starts with an introduction to crystals and quantum physics so it you get all the main tools to understand solid state physics. As a matter of fact the chapters on quantum physics are exceptional. True it's somewhat a summary of any quantum physics book but it's a very good one. I used it for a one term intensive course on both quantum physics and solid state physics angling towards semiconductor physics and transistors. The author provides concise and precise explanations plus all the mathematical progression. That's where it gets slightly cumbersome and the main reason I wouldn't recommend it for self study. You pretty much need to understand the reasoning behind those equations or you won't know what it's all about. As a reference book it's wonderful because everything is there. There's no other book that deals so well with the basics tools of quantum and semiconductor physics. My only complaint is that it lacks a final chapter on transistors(both bipolar and Mos would be appreciated) that would make it a truly phenomenal book.

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This is a text in basic solid-state physics designed primarily for students of engineering, materials science, electronics, and other applied areas. Its objective is a simple, yet fairly detailed, presentation of the basic physical properties of crystalline solids and very basic device structures such as p-n junctions and quantum wells. The emphasis is on clear and simple explanations of basic physical theory and application rather than a detailed analysis of complex devices and fabrication technology. This book offers students a body of understanding that will be of lasting usefulness rather than technology that will soon be out of date. It is designed to be user-friendly in all ways.

Thermodynamics for Engineers

Bhalchandra V. Karlekar

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Lecture Notes on Principles of Plasma Processing

Francis F. Chen, Jane P. Chang

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Plasma processing of semiconductors is an interdisciplinary field requiring knowledge of both plasma physics and chemical engineering. The two authors are experts in each of these fields, and their collaboration results in the merging of these fields with a common terminology. Basic plasma concepts are introduced painlessly to those who have studied undergraduate electromagnetics but have had no previous exposure to plasmas. Unnecessarily detailed derivations are omitted; yet the reader is led to understand in some depth those concepts, such as the structure of sheaths, that are important in the design and operation of plasma processing reactors. Physicists not accustomed to low-temperature plasmas are introduced to chemical kinetics, surface science, and molecular spectroscopy. The material has been condensed to suit a nine-week graduate course, but it is sufficient to bring the reader up to date on current problems such as copper interconnects, low-k and high-k dielectrics, and oxide damage. Students will appreciate the web-style layout with ample color illustrations opposite the text, with ample room for notes. The included CD contains a copy of the book which can be indexed using a Search function, and which can be enlarged on a monitor for a closer look at the diagrams. Sample homework and exam problems can also be found on the CD.

This short book is ideal for new workers in the semiconductor industry who want to be brought up to speed with minimum effort. It is also suitable for Chemical Engineering students studying plasma processing of materials; Engineers, physicists, and technicians entering the semiconductor industry who want a quick overview of the use of plasmas in the industry.

Fundamentals of Medical Imaging

Paul Suetens

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Medical imaging has become a very important technology in medical diagnosis and treatment. This book reveals the mathematical and physical principles of medical imaging and image processing--from how medical images are obtained to how they are used. After an introduction to digital image processing, the author explains the most important imaging modalities in use today: Radiography, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Ultrasonic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine Imaging. The remaining chapters cover image analysis and visualization after images are available. A CD packaged with the book includes all of the images in color, and some animated images.