This is the first-ever book on smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) and its variations, covering the theoretical background, numerical techniques, code implementation issues, and many novel and interesting applications. It contains many appealing and practical examples, including free surface flows[...]

A memorable and mouthwatering cook's tour of today's China As a freelance journalist and food writer living in Beijing, Jen Lin-Liu already had a ringside seat for China's exploding food scene. When she decided to enroll in a local cooking school--held in an unheated classroom with nary a measuring [...]

As the teaching of Chinese increasingly uses simplified characters, this new version of the popular A Primer for Advanced Beginners of Chinese fills an important gap in Chinese-language instruction. The two-volume primer is addressed to meet the needs of the rapidly growing number of Chinese langu[...]

Seeking renewable and clean energies is essential for releasing the heavy reliance on mineral-based energy and remedying the threat of global warming to our environment. In the last decade, explosive growth in research and development efforts devoted to microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technolo[...]

The macaron is a chic and delicious French treat - perfect for many occasions. Once you've mastered the basic recipe, you can create almost any colour and flavour combination you like. But you don't have to stop there! In this adorable book, experienced pastry chef Loretta Liu shows you how to take [...]

Green products and initiatives have become a key aspect of virtually all areas of our lives, and our interior surroundings are no exception to this. This book presents cutting-edge lighting and lamp designs that through their use of recycling techniques, natural materials and new technologies are bo[...]

"Alibaba" is about Alibaba.com and its founder Jack Ma, China's Bill Gates. Ma's story is remarkable: despite growing up in China during the Cultural Revolution, in a period of total state control of the economy, he developed keen entrepreneurial instincts that would eventually allow him to recognis[...]

Long ago, shape-shifters reigned as gods.But even gods have laws that they breakat their own peril . . .Each member of Dirk & Steele has a unique ability.Soria's is the gift of communication--which is why she'sbeen chosen to learn the language of a tormentedwarrior resurrected after thousands of yea[...]