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Automotive Engineering: Powertrain, Chassis System and Vehicle Body by David Crolla
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Graph Theory With Applications To Engineering And Computer Science
Narsingh Deo - 2004
GRAPH THEORY WITH APPLICATIONS TO ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE-PHI-DEO, NARSINGH-1979-EDN-1
Engineering Thermodynamics: A Computer Approach (Si Units Version) (Revised)
R.K. Rajput - 2009
Pure Substances, The First And Second Laws, Gases, Psychrometrics, The Vapor, Gas And Refrigeration Cycles, Heat Transfer, Compressible Flow, Chemical Reactions, Fuels, And More Are Presented In Detail And Enhanced With Practical Applications. This Version Presents The Material Using SI Units And Has Ample Material On SI Conversion, Steam Tables, And A Mollier Diagram. A CD-ROM, Included With The Print Version Of The Text, Includes A Fully Functional Version Of Quickfield (Widely Used In Industry), As Well As Numerous Demonstrations And Simulations With MATLAB, And Other Third Party Software.
Riley Paige Mystery Bundle: Once Gone / Once Taken
Blake Pierce - 2016
A serial killer is out there, his frequency increasing, and they know there is only one agent good enough to crack this case: Special Agent Riley Paige. Riley is on paid leave herself, recovering from her encounter with her last serial killer, and, fragile as she is, the FBI is reluctant to tap her brilliant mind. Yet Riley, needing to battle her own demons, comes on board, and her hunt leads her through the disturbing subculture of doll collectors, into the homes of broken families, and into the darkest canals of the killer’s mind. As Riley peels back the layers, she realizes she is up against a killer more twisted than she could have imagined.In ONCE TAKEN, women are being murdered in upstate New York, their bodies found mysteriously hanging in chains. With the FBI called in, given the bizarre nature of the murders—and the lack of any clues—there is only one agent they can turn to: Special Agent Riley Paige. Riley, reeling from her last case, is reluctant to take on a new one, since she is still convinced a former serial killer is out there, stalking her. She knows, though, that her ability to enter a serial killer’s mind and her obsessive nature is what will be needed to crack this case, and she just can’t refuse—even if it will push her over the edge.Dark psychological thrillers with heart-pounding suspense, the Riley Paige mysteries are a riveting new series—with a beloved new character—that will leave you turning pages late into the night.
Survive. Drive. Win.: The Inside Story of Brawn GP and Jenson Button's Incredible F1 Championship Win
Nick Fry - 2019
This is the full story of how the team was saved from disintegration when Honda suddenly pulled out of Formula One; the management buyout for £1.00; and its subsequent sale to Mercedes for £140 million. As CEO, Nick Fry was in the driving seat for one of the most incredible journeys in the history of motorsport. Here, he gives an up-close-and-personal account of how he and Ross Brawn turned disaster into championship glory, and offers a unique and thrilling perspective on an elite global sport.
Ultimate Hard Bastards: The Truth About the Toughest Men in the World
Kate Kray - 2005
In this awesome follow-up to the hugely successful Hard Bastards and Hard Bastards 2, Kate Kray, who was married to Ronnie Kray, gets the answers to questions nobody else would dare to ask. We learn the truth about what drives some of these characters to live on the edge of the law, whether it be a matter of gaining respect or striving for survival.
Race Car Vehicle Dynamics
William F. Milliken - 1994
Written for the engineer as well as the race car enthusiast, the authors, who developed many of the original vehicle dynamics theories and principles covered in this book, including the Moment Method, pair analysis and lap time simulation, include much information that is not available in any other vehicle dynamics text.
For the Record: 28:50 - A journey toward self-discovery and the Cannonball Run Record
Ed Bolian - 2017
Ed Bolian’s memoir recounts his path from a conversation in high school with Cannonball Run founder, Brock Yates to setting the fastest time ever for driving from New York to Los Angeles. The journey explores goal setting, criminal psychology, and spirituality in the pursuit of finding your true purpose and using what makes you unique to achieve something extraordinary.
TCP/IP Protocol Suite
Behrouz A. Forouzan - 1999
TCP/IP Protocol Suite teaches students and professionals, with no prior knowledge of TCP/IP, everything they need to know about the subject. This comprehensive book uses hundreds of figures to make technical concepts easy to grasp, as well as many examples, which help tie the material to the real-world. The second edition of TCP/IP Protocol Suite has been fully updated to include all of the recent technology changes in the field. Many new chapters have been added such as one on Mobile IP, Multimedia and Internet, Network Security, and IP over ATM. Additionally, out-of-date material has been overhauled to reflect recent changes in technology.
Maximum Boost: Designing, Testing and Installing Turbocharger Systems
Corky Bell - 1997
Find out what works and what doesnt, which turbo is right for your needs, and what type of set-up will give you that extra boost. Bell shows you how to select and install the right turbo, how to prep your engine, test the systems, and integrate a turbo with EFI or carbureted engine.
Tune to Win
Carroll Smith - 1978
An exceptional book written by a true professional.
Electronic Communications System: Fundamentals Through Advanced
Wayne Tomasi - 1987
Comprehensive in scope and contemporary in coverage, this text introduces basic electronic and data communications fundamentals and explores their application.
The Cauldron
Richard Townshend Bickers - 1999
World War Two is at its height. A formidable flyer and outstanding marksman, at twenty Charles Hubbard stands out amongst his comrades. Shooting down an enemy aircraft before even being sent to France, he quickly gains a reputation as an Ace before being himself shot down. Returning to England as the Nazi push continues, Hubbard continues to gain renown as he becomes embroiled in the Battle of Britain before being posted to North Africa. Soon he finds himself fighting a very different war to the one he is used to, a war not just against the Germans and Italians but against the desert itself. In an area known simply as The Cauldron, Hubbard’s bravery and moral stamina are pushed to the very limit time and again. Teetering on the verge of breakdown, his men are looking up to him to lead them on towards victory. Hubbard does not know if he has the strength left within himself to rise up once more and overcome his fears… ‘The Cauldron’ is a thrilling World War Two adventure from Richard Townshend Bickers. Praise for Richard Townshend Bickers: ‘A valuable history of the air war that began it all… by an ex-flyer of the Second World War who has a genuine feeling for the feats of his predecessors’ - THE BIRMINGHAM POST ‘His sympathy with the fighting man (and woman) shines out of every page’ - LIVERPOOL DAILY POST Richard Townshend Bickers volunteered for the RAF on the outbreak of the second world war and served, with a Permanent Commission, for eighteen years. He wrote a range of military fiction and non-fiction books, including ‘Torpedo Attack’, ‘My Enemy Came Nigh’, ‘Bombing Run’ and ‘Summer of No Surrender’. Endeavour Press is the UK's leading independent digital publisher. For more information on our titles please sign up to our newsletter at www.endeavourpress.com. Each week you will receive updates on free and discounted ebooks. Follow us on Twitter: @EndeavourPress and on Facebook via http://on.fb.me/1HweQV7. We are always interested in hearing from our readers. Endeavour Press believes that the future is now.
Triathlon: The Beginners Guide: Finish your first triathlon; training tips and racing secrets to make you a faster triathlete
Terry Stevennson - 2015
Are you thinking about getting into triathlon or attempting your first race? Maybe you’re curious about this whole “Triathlon” thing and want to know if its right for you?If you've ever thought about doing a triathlon,
you’re in the right place
. Triathlon: the Beginners Guide Will Be Your Trusted Guide Triathlon can be confusing. Let me help you get started.
Don’t be intimidated by skinny 20-somethings squeezed into lycra.
Don’t rush into dangerous amounts of joint-pounding training; risking your health.
Don’t be fooled into buying tons of expensive and unnecessary equipment.
The Beginners Guide will act as your road-map to Triathlon success It covers every aspect of your triathlon, including:
which Triathlon distance is right for you
how to swim and get over the fear of swimming in open-water, away from the safety and familiarity of your local pool.
becoming a fast (and safe) cyclist, without spending thousands of dollars on a professional-grade bike
how to run after you’ve just finished an intense bike ride
what to look for in a triathlon training plan, and how to tell if you should tear yours up on the spot
what you need to eat and drink; before, during and after your race
how to put it all together in the intense “transition area” and
how to survive race day nerves and the complex logistics of a triathlon race site.
I’ll Also Reveal these Nuggets of Triathlon Gold; Earned from Over 25 Years of Triathlon
the same “Six Periods of Training” I use with my $1000 per month one-on-one students
the simple truth about structuring your Triathlon training . . . no math formula or science PhD required
why “standard” advice about open-water swimming will leave you gasping for air while others swim over the top of you
the most powerful cure for fear of swimming ever known . . . and why it’s easier to fix than you’ve ever thought possible
the single little-known secret of triathlon training to dramatically reduce your risk of injury . . . by up to as much as 90%
the only list you’ll ever need for all your Triathlon planning
why most Triathlon coaches are 100% wrong in the way they approach race day
how to avoid the embarrassing mistakes even veteran triathletes make on race day
Start Your Triathlon Journey Today
Triathlons the Beginners Guide
is everything a new triathl
Road Racing for Serious Runners
Pete Pfitzinger - 1998
This training plan is based on solid science, and its physiological basis is clearly explained and incorporated into a running program that produces maximum results and reduces the risk of injury.In Road Racing for Serious Runners, Pete Pfitzinger-a world-class marathoner, distance running coach, and exercise physiologist-tells you how to get the most out of your limited training time. Pfitzinger teams up with former Running Times editor-in-chief Scott Douglas to present a training and racing plan that will help you excel in the full spectrum of road racing distances. You will learn how to- design a week-by-week training program, - determine the right pace to run during speed workouts, - get the most out of long runs, - taper training before an important race, - detect and avoid staleness and injury, - determine the best strategy for each race, and- achieve the optimal mental state to train and race.Included with each of five training schedules are racing tactics, mental tips, and lessons from world-class runners. Whatever distance you plan to race, Road Racing for Serious Runners will guide you to peak performance!
Beast: The Top Secret Ilmor-Penske Race Car That Shocked the World at the 1994 Indy 500
Jade Gurss - 2014
The massive effort to design and build it in a seemingly impossible timeframe is still hailed as one of the most herculean efforts and well-kept secrets in the history of the Indy 500. In the new book, Beast, bestselling author Jade Gurss chronicles the subterfuge and debunks the myths about this legendary engine that persist twenty years on. Gurss interviewed key players involved in the race to undercover the story of how this engine powered the Penske PC23 chassis to one of the most talked-about Indy 500 races in history. The British race-engine experts at Ilmor Engineering offer detail about the design and manufacture of the engine. Roger Penske’s team reveals how the engine and car were tested and developed, and how Mercedes came to be involved in the project. The story unfolds as Roger Penske and Mario Illien and Paul Morgan of Ilmor play every card they possess to create an incredible race engine--even rare World War II fighter planes and supersonic jets roar into the heart of this high-tech tale. Drivers Al Unser Jr., Emerson Fittipaldi, and Paul Tracy provide details on the tense weeks leading up race day. The book reaches a suspenseful climax at 240 miles per hour at the Indy 500 noone can forget. Wrapped up in the drama and intrigue are real business and motivational lessons which made Roger Penske one of the most successful businessmen in the world and that helped Ilmor and its cofounders, Mario Illien and the late Paul Morgan, design and manufacture Indy car and Formula 1 championship–winning engines. Beast is not only a must-read for sports and race fans, but a compelling narrative for those who enjoy genuine lessons in business and technology or thrilling mysteries based on actual events.