Illustrated Encyclopedia of Applied and Engineering Physics, Three-Volume Set

Download or read book Illustrated Encyclopedia of Applied and Engineering Physics, Three-Volume Set written by Robert Splinter and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-04-07 with total page 2252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This resource provides a single, concise reference containing terms and expressions used in the study, practice, and application of physical sciences. The reader will be able to identify quickly critical information about professional jargon, important people, and events. The encyclopedia gives self-contained definitions with essentials regarding the meaning of technical terms and their usage, as well as about important people within various fields of physics and engineering, with highlights of technical and practical aspects related to cross-functional integration. It will be indispensable for anyone working on applications in biomedicine, materials science, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, geology, astronomy, and energy. It also includes handy tables and chronological timelines organized by subject area and giving an overview on the historical development of ideas and discovery.