Intended for Marine Engineers and those seeking a working knowledge of the marine diesel engine, this book provides of super-longstroke and slow-speed engines, and medium-speed engines burning lower quality fuels. It also discusses purifier systems for fuel treatment, and the testing of fuel and lub[...]

Provides an understanding of the physics principles essential to getting maximum diagnostic value from a range of contemporary and emerging imaging technologies. This book includes material in areas such as x-ray generators (solid-state devices), xerography (liquid toner), CT scanners (fast-imaging [...]

A groundbreaking prescription for health care reform--from a legendaryleader in innovation ...Our health care system is in critical condition. Each year, fewer Americans can afford it, fewer businesses can provide it, and fewer government programs can promise it for future generations. We need a cu[...]

In "Chronic Physical Disorders," the most prominent figures in the field of behavioral medicine argue why a biopsychosocial perspective is crucial to reducing the tremendous personal and societal burden of chronic disease. In Part I of this state of the art text, a broad set of theoretical and appli[...]

"The Innovator's Dilemma" demonstrates why outstanding companies that had their competitive antennae up, listened astutely to customers, and invested aggressively in new technologies still lost their market dominance. Drawing on patterns of innovation in a variety of industries, the author argues th[...]

Insider advice on hiking and adventures, including helicopter tours, mule rides, and rafting trips along the Colorado. Plus, our hotel reviews and campground guide breaks down the best sites to spend the night, both in the park and nearby.Where to find the best spots in the park to avoid the crowds,[...]

This is the bestselling classic on disruptive innovation by renowned author Clayton M. Christensen. His work is cited by the world's best-known thought leaders, from Steve Jobs to Malcolm Gladwell. In this classic bestseller - now updated with a fresh new package - innovation expert Clayton Christen[...]

You can be as innovative and impactful ? if you can change your behaviors to improve your creative impact. In The Innovator's DNA, authors Jeff Dyer, Hal Gregersen, and bestselling author Clayton M. Christensen (The Innovator's Dilemma, The Innovator's Solution) build on what we know about disruptiv[...]

You can be as innovative and impactful ? if you can change your behaviors to improve your creative impact. In The Innovator's DNA, authors Jeff Dyer, Hal Gregersen, and bestselling author Clayton M. Christensen (The Innovator's Dilemma, The Innovator's Solution) build on what we know about disruptiv[...]