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This derivative volume stemming from content included in our seminal Power Electronics Handbook takes its chapters related to renewables and establishes them at the core of a new volume dedicated to the increasingly pivotal and as yet under-published intersection of Power Electronics and Alternative Energy. While this re-versioning provides a corollary revenue stream to better leverage our core handbook asset, it does more than simply re-package existing content. Each chapter will be significantly updated and expanded by more than 50%, and all new introductory and summary chapters will be added to contextualize and tie the volume together. Therefore, unlike traditional derivative volumes, we will be able to offer new and updated material to the market and include this largely original content in our ScienceDirect Energy collection. Due to the inherently multi-disciplinary nature of renewables, many engineers come from backgrounds in Physics, Materials, or Chemical Engineering, and therefore do not have experience working in-depth with electronics. As more and more alternative and distributed energy systems require grid hook-ups and on-site storage, a working knowledge of batteries, inverters and other power electronics components becomes requisite. Further, as renewables enjoy broadening commercial implementation, power electronics professionals are interested to learn of the challenges and strategies particular to applications in alternative energy. This book will bring each group up-to-speed with the primary issues of importance at this technological node. This content clarifies the juncture of two key coverage areas for our Energy portfolio: alternative sources and power systems. It serves to bridge the information in our power engineering and renewable energy lists, supporting the growing grid cluster in the former and adding key information on practical implementation to the latter.
Climatic Hazards in Coastal Bangladesh
Bimal Paul; Harun Rashid
Butterworth-Heinemann Inc
2016
nidottu
Coastal Hazards in Bangladesh: Non-Structural and Structural Solutions provides a review of the study of Bangladesh’s coastal region, an area whose location and physical geography present the prefect microcosm for the study of coastal hazards and for the development of tactics that are applicable to regions around the world. The book presents engineers, scientists, and planners with the necessary tools and planning solutions used to combat coastal vulnerabilities in Bangladesh. Divided into seven chapters, it begins with a critical overview of cyclone and storm surge disasters, focusing on both engineering responses and public preparedness programs to such events. In addition, engineering recommendations are provided for further reduction of their impacts, such as erosion, accretion, and land subsidence, and numerical models are introduced to assess flood induced hazard and risk, flood-induced design loads, and how to intervene in protecting key installations, infrastructures, and communities.
Supportive Conversations on Facebook Timelines
Radzuwan Ab. Rashid; Kamariah Yunus; Zanirah Wahab
Routledge
2019
nidottu
The emergence of social networking sites, like Facebook, and people’s engagement with one another through them is a relatively under-researched area for discourse analysis. The content of the book revolves around Discourse Topic Management which is under the theme of Discourse Analysis. It is written to extend the very limited literature in the area of Discourse Topic, especially for the discourse which takes place on social networking sites. This study discusses the characteristics of topical actions employed by English language teachers and their Facebook Friends in managing supportive conversations which take place on Timelines. In addition to employing new strategies, enabled by the particular features of the site, the teachers and their Friends also creatively adapt the strategies used in face-to-face conversations to manage their online conversations, thus contributing to the emergence of unique characteristics of discourse topic management in the context of social networking sites. The book brings together the existing frameworks of Discourse Topic Management, which are previously applied in the context of face-to-face conversations, and synthesizes the frameworks for a more comprehensive model into examining the conversations which take place on Facebook Timelines. The novelty of this book lies in its synthesized framework, the recontextualization of the framework for online conversations and the theoretical extension based on the data analysis presented in each chapter. Since people’s engagement with social networking sites is an emerging behaviour, this timely book provides insights into the phenomenon and also proposes a comprehensive analytical framework for other researchers interested in similar contexts.
Climate Change and Agriculture in Africa
Ariel Dinar; Rashid Hassan; Robert Mendelsohn; James Benhin; et al
Routledge
2015
nidottu
This landmark book encompasses a comprehensive assessment of the potential economic impacts of future climate change, and the value of adaptation measures in Africa for different zones, regions, countries and farm types. Researchers developed and applied multiple analytical procedures to assess quantitatively how climate affects current agricultural systems in Africa, enabling them to predict how these systems may be affected in the future by climate change under various global warming scenarios, and suggesting what role adaptation could play. The study is the first to combine spatially referenced household survey data with climatic data at both national and international levels. This book provides vital knowledge about the impacts of climate change on Africa, serving as a guide to policy intervention strategies and investment in adaptation measures. It makes a major contribution to the analysis of climate change impacts and developing adaptation strategies, especially in the highly vulnerable farming communities in the developing world. Published with CEEPA and supported by the World Bank.
A self-guided reflection workbook for Muslims to break the ice around uncomfortable conversations and create safe, healthy relationships.Written in collaboration with various experts, this resource intends to shift the conversation around sex. We believe all Muslims have a right to access accurate reproductive and sexual health information in a way that's empowering, gender equitable, and free of judgment.This resource will allow you to think critically not just about the topics of sex and healthy relationships, and violence, but also deeply reflect on how our faith and cultural identities intersect with our sexuality and the decisions we make regarding sex and relationships."The Sex Talk fills an urgent need for frank, accessible, and non-judgmental information for Muslims, especially teenagers and young adults, about sex, bodies, and relationship. The authors chose a capacious approach, respecting that their readers will come to the topic with differing levels of anatomical knowledge and sexual experience; divergent relationships to Islamic texts, traditions, and norms; and diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. A kind of Our Bodies, Our Muslim Selves for contemporary American Muslims, this book is an essential resource."Kecia Ali, Professor of Religion, Boston University & Author of Sexual Ethics & Islam"As a Queer Muslim, I needed this groundbreaking book growing up to make me feel seen...The diverse experiences that Muslims have with their sexuality are encompassed through in-depth research, testimonials, and centering of Black, Queer, and marginalized Muslim experiences. " Shariq Farooqi, Johns Hopkins University Masters of Public Health"As a Pakistani Muslim survivor of gender-based violence, reading this book overwhelmed me with emotion. I truly believe that this book will be a powerful tool for personal and collective liberation and justice." Maheen Kaleem, Grantmakers for Girls of Color, Vice President of Programs and Operations"This book is a comprehensive, medically aligned, and culturally responsiveoverview of diverse sexual and spiritual experiences among Muslim communities. It is an invaluable resource that nuances the conversations around sex to account for the complexity of lived realities that are often conflated with cultural influences and colonial legacies. By grounding sex in Islamic values and challenging cultural notions of shame and stigma, this book reimagines sex as an empowering act of worship by initiating an open and judgment-free dialogue around sexual experiences."Qudsia Saeed, American University Muslim Student Association President"Conservative Christian notions of sexual piety have cultivated a U.S. culture of guilt, shame, and blame, especially targeted to women and girls. Because that culture has been perpetuated by the use of myths and untruths instead of sexual education, and the proliferation of dualistic approaches to spirituality and sexuality, women and girls who have committed their lives to be guided by their faith have been most adversely impacted. By interweaving diverse interpretations of Islamic law with the realities of people's lives, this book offers significant insights and practical information that will help Muslims integrate sexuality and spirituality in ways that are both healthy and life-affirming. The information provided in Sex Talk is so comprehensive that it is valuable for both Muslim and non-Muslim women and girls."Rev. Dr. Cari Jackson, Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
One of the earliest surviving biographies of Prophet Mu?ammad, translated into readable, modern English for the first time The Expeditions is one of the oldest biographies of the Prophet Mu?ammad to survive into the modern era. Its primary author, Ma?mar ibn Rashid (96-153/714-770), was a prominent scholar from Basra in southern Iraq who was revered for his learning in prophetic traditions, Islamic law, and the interpretation of the Qur?an. This fascinating foundational seminal work contains stories handed down by Ma?mar to his most prominent pupil, ?Abd al-Razzaq of Sanaa, relating Mu?ammad's early life and prophetic career as well as the adventures and tribulations of his earliest followers during their conquest of the Near East. This new translation, which renders the original text into readable, modern English for the first time, is accompanied by numerous annotations elucidating the cultural, religious, and historical contexts of the events and individuals described within its pages. The Expeditions represents an important testimony to the earliest Muslims' memory of the lives of Mu?ammad and his companions, and is an indispensable text for gaining insight into the historical biography of both the Prophet and the rise of the Islamic empire. An English-only edition.
DEFROSTED IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN NEW YORKERS THAW OUT IN FLORIDA. DEFROSTED, BECAUSE THE WORLD IS MORE STRESSFUL THAN EVER. SO, KICK BACK AND RELAX WITH WHAT FEELS LIKE LONG-LOST FRIENDS My name is Paul Rashid. I am a board-certified psychiatrist of Lebanese American descent, born and raised in West Virginia. During my extensive training and ongoing education, I've come to realize the therapeutic benefits of engaging in the arts and creative activities, which can significantly reduce mental stress and improve overall health. Working as a psychiatrist can be emotionally draining, as emotions are contagious. Consequently, I prioritize the maintenance of my mental and physical well-being by incorporating daily exercise, consuming organic whole foods whenever possible, and ensuring I get a full 8 hours of sleep each night. This commitment is essential as I strive to perform at my highest level every day, providing the best care possible to each of my patients.One of the activities that replenishes my internal reserves is writing. Through this passion, I've embarked on the creation of the P2 Comics Universe, a venture that is not only enjoyable but also holds great personal meaning. To promote the therapeutic value of the arts, I've coined a motto, "Anxiety-N-2-Arts."Those who knew me during my childhood would attest to my somewhat quirky and unique nature. I have always had a deep love for television and movies. In my youth, I often imitated Jim Carrey and even adopted the persona of Kramer from Seinfeld during my high school years, earning me that nickname for several years. Then, on a random day in January 2023, I sat down and started writing. It was a parody of Seinfeld, reminiscent of the parodies Mad Magazine has offered for various television shows and movies over the years. My familiarity with these characters allowed me to enter a state of complete creative flow, making it the most enjoyable writing experience I've ever had. Remarkably, within just three days, I had completed the entire script for the first issue.My next challenge was to find the right artist. DEFROSTED required a skilled character artist with a deep understanding of comic books. Fate smiled upon me, as with a single social media post, I connected with five talented artists. One of them, Miguel Galindo, quickly stood out. With over a decade of experience in comics and a knack for cartooning, Miguel's talents perfectly complemented the project. Furthermore, he shared the same love for the original sitcom as I did.Miguel's exceptional talent has even earned him the prestigious Mexican National Journalist Award for Caricatures and Humor. I hope that as you dive into DEFROSTED, you enjoy it as much as Miguel and I did while creating it. Cheers
SPICE and LTspice for Power Electronics and Electric Power
Muhammad H. Rashid
TAYLOR FRANCIS LTD
2024
sidottu
Power electronics can be a difficult course for students to understand and for professional professors to teach, simplifying the process for both. LTspice for power electronics and electrical power edition illustrates methods of integrating industry-standard LTspice software for design verification and as a theoretical laboratory bench.Helpful LTspice software and Program Files Available for DownloadBased on the author Muhammad H. Rashid’s considerable experience merging design content and SPICE into a power electronics course, this vastly improved and updated edition focuses on helping readers integrate the LTspice simulator with a minimum amount of time and effort. Giving users a better understanding of the operation of a power electronic circuit, the author explores the transient behavior of current and voltage waveforms for every circuit element at every stage. The book also includes examples of common types of power converters as well as circuits with linear and nonlinear inductors.New in this edition:Changes to run on OrCAD SPICE, or LTspice IV or higherStudents’ learning outcomes (SLOs) listed at the start of each chapterAbstracts of chaptersList the input side and output side performance parameters of the convertersThe characteristics of power semiconductors—diodes, BJTs, MOSFETs, and IGBTsGenerating PWM and sinusoidal PWM gating signalsEvaluating the power efficiency of convertersMonte Carlo analysis of convertersWorst-case analysis of convertersNonlinear transformer modelEvaluate user-defined electrical quantities (.MEASURE)This book demonstrates techniques for executing power conversion and ensuring the quality of output waveform rather than the accurate modeling of power semiconductor devices. This approach benefits students, enabling them to compare classroom results obtained with simple switch models of devices.
Your one-stop guide to understanding Microeconomics Microeconomics For Dummies (with content specific to the UK reader) is designed to help you understand the economics of individuals. Using concise explanations and accessible content that tracks directly to an undergraduate course, this book provides a student-focused course supplement with an in-depth examination of each topic. This invaluable companion provides clear information and real-world examples that bring microeconomics to life and introduces you to all the key concepts. From supply and demand to market competition, you'll understand how the economy works on an individual level, and how it affects you every day. Before long, you'll be conversant in consumers, costs, and competition. Microeconomics is all about the behaviour of individual people and individual firms. It sounds pretty straightforward, but it gets complicated early on. You may not be an economist, but if you're a business student at university, the odds are you need to come to grips with microeconomics. That's where Microeconomics For Dummies comes in, walking you through the fundamental concepts and giving you the understanding you need to master the material. Understand supply, demand, and equilibriumExamine the consumer decision making processDelve into elasticity and costs of productionLearn why competition is healthy and monopolies are not Even the brightest business students can find economics intimidating, but the material is essential to a solid grasp of how the business world works. The good news is that you've come to the right place.
Macroeconomics For Dummies
Dan Richards; Manzur Rashid; Peter Antonioni
John Wiley Sons Inc
2016
nidottu
The fast and easy way to make macroeconomics manageable Macroeconomics is kind of a big deal. Without it, we wouldn't have the ability to study the economy as a whole—which is something that affects almost every aspect of your life, whether you realize it or not. From your employment status to how much you earn and pay in taxes, macroeconomics really matters. Breaking down this complicated and fascinating topic into manageable pieces, Macroeconomics For Dummies gives you fast and easy access to a subject that has a tendency to stump the masses. With the help of this plain-English guide, you'll quickly find out how to gather data about economies to inform hypotheses on everything from the impact of cutting government spending to the underlying causes of recessions and high inflation. Analyze business cycles for overall economic healthStudy economic indicators such as unemploymentUnderstand financial trends on the international marketScore higher in your macroeconomics class Filled with step-by-step instruction and enlightening real-world examples, this is the only book you need to slay the beast and make macroeconomics your minion!
Black Muslims in the U.S. seeks to address deficiencies in current scholarship about black Muslims in American society, from examining the origins of Islam among African-Americans to acknowledging the influential role that black Muslims play in contemporary U.S. society.
Black Muslims in the U.S. seeks to address deficiencies in current scholarship about black Muslims in American society, from examining the origins of Islam among African-Americans to acknowledging the influential role that black Muslims play in contemporary U.S. society.
Power electronics can be a difficult course for students to understand and for professors to teach. Simplifying the process for both, SPICE for Power Electronics and Electric Power, Third Edition illustrates methods of integrating industry standard SPICE software for design verification and as a theoretical laboratory bench. Helpful PSpice Software and Program Files Available for DownloadBased on the author Muhammad H. Rashid’s considerable experience merging design content and SPICE into a power electronics course, this vastly improved and updated edition focuses on helping readers integrate the SPICE simulator with a minimum amount of time and effort. Giving users a better understanding of the operation of a power electronics circuit, the author explores the transient behavior of current and voltage waveforms for each and every circuit element at every stage. The book also includes examples of all types of power converters, as well as circuits with linear and nonlinear inductors. New in this edition:Student learning outcomes (SLOs) listed at the start of each chapterChanges to run on OrCAD version 9.2Added VPRINT1 and IPRINT1 commands and examplesNotes that identify important conceptsExamples illustrating EVALUE, GVALUE, ETABLE, GTABLE, ELAPLACE, GLAPLACE, EFREQ, and GFREQMathematical relations for expected outcomes, where appropriateThe Fourier series of the output voltages for rectifiers and invertersPSpice simulations of DC link inverters and AC voltage controllers with PWM controlThis book demonstrates techniques of executing power conversions and ensuring the quality of the output waveforms rather than the accurate modeling of power semiconductor devices. This approach benefits students, enabling them to compare classroom results obtained with simple switch models of devices. In addition, a new chapter covers multi-level converters. Assuming no prior knowledge of SPICE or PSpice simulation, the text provides detailed step-by-step instructions on how to draw a schematic of a circuit, execute simulations, and view or plot the output results. It also includes suggestions for laboratory experiments and design problems that can be used for student homework assignments.
Supportive Conversations on Facebook Timelines
Radzuwan Ab. Rashid; Kamariah Yunus; Zanirah Wahab
Routledge
2018
sidottu
The emergence of social networking sites, like Facebook, and people’s engagement with one another through them is a relatively under-researched area for discourse analysis. The content of the book revolves around Discourse Topic Management which is under the theme of Discourse Analysis. It is written to extend the very limited literature in the area of Discourse Topic, especially for the discourse which takes place on social networking sites. This study discusses the characteristics of topical actions employed by English language teachers and their Facebook Friends in managing supportive conversations which take place on Timelines. In addition to employing new strategies, enabled by the particular features of the site, the teachers and their Friends also creatively adapt the strategies used in face-to-face conversations to manage their online conversations, thus contributing to the emergence of unique characteristics of discourse topic management in the context of social networking sites. The book brings together the existing frameworks of Discourse Topic Management, which are previously applied in the context of face-to-face conversations, and synthesizes the frameworks for a more comprehensive model into examining the conversations which take place on Facebook Timelines. The novelty of this book lies in its synthesized framework, the recontextualization of the framework for online conversations and the theoretical extension based on the data analysis presented in each chapter. Since people’s engagement with social networking sites is an emerging behaviour, this timely book provides insights into the phenomenon and also proposes a comprehensive analytical framework for other researchers interested in similar contexts.
Python Based Power System Automation in Pss/E
Muhammad Usman Khalid; Farrukh Rashid; Waqar Akhtar
Lulu.com
2014
pokkari
Systems involving minimal contributions from person are more desired these days. This trend leads to introduction of automation in the processes. One such system is power system, Engineers have to design power system considering all the load and generation variations, all types of faults and outages possible that can damage power system and are harm to its reliability. All this work seemed tedious, but with the advent of time several great power system simulators were introduced that made all these analyses easy and fast. One is Power System Simulator for Engineers (PSS/E), which helps in system studies and gives responses quite real. But yet running different analyses for the purpose of routine check of large power systems can take many hours and it needs expertise in the software as well. So there is a need of much more simpler method to perform all these analysis. Luckily, PSS/E provides one such method. It involves developing some module/routine for every analysis through Python or Fortran.