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  Nuclear Physics - Principles and...

  Mark Hedges

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  Nuclear physics is the branch of physics that studies the atomic nucleus, its constituents, and the interactions that govern its behavior. The field explores the fundamental forces that operate within the nucleus, particularly the strong nuclear force that binds protons and neutrons together, as well as the weak nuclear force that governs radioactive decay. Understanding the structure and dynamics of the nucleus provides insights into the origin of matter and the processes that drive the universe's evolution, including stellar nucleosynthesis and the formation of elements. 
  The history of nuclear physics began with the discovery of radioactivity by Henri Becquerel in 1896, followed by the identification of the electron by J.J. Thomson in 1897. The groundbreaking work of Ernest Rutherford in the early 20th century led to the discovery of the atomic nucleus, fundamentally altering the understanding of atomic structure. Rutherford’s gold foil experiment in 1911 demonstrated that atoms consist of a small, dense nucleus surrounded by a cloud of electrons. James Chadwick’s discovery of the neutron in 1932 further clarified the composition of the nucleus and laid the foundation for modern nuclear physics. 
  Nuclear physics encompasses several key areas of study, including nuclear structure, nuclear reactions, and nuclear decay. Nuclear structure focuses on understanding how protons and neutrons are arranged within the nucleus and how the strong nuclear force governs their interactions. Quantum mechanics plays a central role in modeling the energy levels and configurations of nucleons. Nuclear reactions involve the collision of nuclei, leading to the formation of new elements or the release of energy, as observed in nuclear fission and fusion. Nuclear decay describes the spontaneous transformation of unstable nuclei into more stable configurations, often accompanied by the emission of alpha, beta, or gamma radiation.

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  Built to Fail - Why Construction...

  Todd Zabelle, Todd R. Zabelle

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  The separation of planning from doing and the preoccupation with administration, contracts, and scheduling over designing and building has been disastrous for construction. Lawyers, planners, risk managers, schedulers, and other administrative roles impede the ability of architects, engineers, and craftspeople—the professionals who design and build the things society needs to function. It isn’t just a matter of getting things done on time—if you’re the owner of an asset, manage a construction company, or invest in a project, overcoming these limitations is critical to your ability to compete and profit.Todd Zabelle, a recognized expert, construction CEO, and one of the founders of the lean construction movement, looks critically at each aspect of the industry, from production to construction to design to deployment to what the future holds, deftly analyzing where we’ve gone wrong and offering concrete, clear-eyed solutions for how to fix it.Zabelle’s incisive wit and pulls-no-punches honesty are a refreshing antidote to the bland, overly polite, vacuous dialogue of board meetings and academic conferences. Speaking from the heart—and informed by over thirty years of experience in all facets of the industry—Zabelle delivers a much-needed wakeup call at a time when it’s needed most.

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  Your AI Ally - A Beginner's...

  Alberto Posse

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  Harness the Power of AI to Revolutionize Your Productivity
   
  
   
  Transform your productivity with "Your AI Ally," a comprehensive guide designed for beginners eager to embrace artificial intelligence. Dive into the evolution and capabilities of AI, discovering a world of endless possibilities. Learn how AI personal assistants like ChatGPT, Notion AI, and Google Assistant can simplify and enhance your life, turning complex tasks into seamless processes.
   
  
   
  This book provides proven strategies for integrating AI into your daily routine, offering immediate productivity boosts and time-saving solutions. Whether managing household tasks or professional projects, AI becomes an essential part of your decision-making and workflow management, helping you achieve more with less effort.
   
  
   
  Explore practical and ethical considerations for responsible AI usage, and navigate potential challenges with ease. You'll gain confidence in troubleshooting and adapting to the AI learning curve, ensuring a smooth transition into this transformative domain.
   
  
   
  "Your AI Ally" equips you with AI solutions tailored to various lifestyles—from creative applications for writers and artists to organized workflows for freelancers and homemakers. As you prepare for technological advancements, this guide helps you stay ahead of emerging trends.
   
  
   
  Empower yourself to embrace AI mastery. Let this book motivate you to take actionable steps toward a future filled with productivity and success.

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  Ultimate Machine Learning with...

  Kalicharan Mahasivabhattu

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  “Empower Your . NET Journey with Machine Learning”
  Book Description
  Dive into the world of machine learning for data-driven insights and seamless integration in . NET applications with the Ultimate Machine Learning with ML. NET. 
  The book begins with foundations of ML. NET and seamlessly transitions into practical guidance on installing and configuring it using essential tools like Model Builder and the command-line interface. Next, it dives into the heart of machine learning tasks using ML. NET, exploring classification, regression, and clustering with its versatile functionalities. 
  It will delve deep into the process of selecting and fine-tuning algorithms to achieve optimal performance and accuracy. You will gain valuable insights into inspecting and interpreting ML. NET models, ensuring they meet your expectations and deliver reliable results. It will teach you efficient methods for saving, loading, and sharing your models across projects, facilitating seamless collaboration and reuse. 
  The final section of the book covers advanced techniques for optimizing model accuracy and refining performance. You will be able to deploy your ML. NET models using Azure Functions and Web API, empowering you to integrate machine learning solutions seamlessly into real-world applications. 
  
  Table of Contents
  
  1. Introduction to ML. NET
  2. Installing and Configuring ML. NET
  3. ML. NET Model Builder and CLI
  4. Collecting and Preparing Data for ML. NET
  5. Machine Learning Tasks in ML. NET
  6. Choosing and Tuning Machine Learning Algorithms in ML. NET
  7. Inspecting and Interpreting ML. NET Models
  8. Saving and Loading Models in ML. Net
  9. Optimizing ML. NET Models for Accuracy
  10. Deploying ML. NET Models with Azure Functions and Web API   
  Index

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  Scrumban - Comprehensive Guide...

  James Henry

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  Scrumban: Comprehensive Guide to Hybrid Agile Project Management is your ultimate resource for mastering the powerful blend of Scrum and Kanban. Designed for project managers, team leads, and agile practitioners, this book provides a clear and actionable path to implementing Scrumban in your organization. 
  Discover how to harness the structure and efficiency of Scrum while incorporating the flexibility and continuous flow of Kanban. From setting up your workflow, managing tasks, and visualizing progress to maximizing team efficiency, Scrumban empowers teams to adapt to changing requirements and deliver consistently high-quality results. 
  This guide covers everything from the basic principles of Scrum and Kanban to advanced Scrumban techniques, with practical examples and case studies to help you put theory into practice. Whether you're transitioning from a traditional agile framework or looking to optimize your current process, this book will show you how to streamline workflows, improve collaboration, and increase productivity. 
  Unlock the full potential of hybrid agile project management with Scrumban: Comprehensive Guide to Hybrid Agile Project Management! 
   

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  Saving Animals Saving Ourselves...

  Jeff Sebo

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  In 2020, COVID-19, the Australia bushfires, and other global threats served as vivid reminders that human and nonhuman fates are increasingly linked. Human use of nonhuman animals contributes to pandemics, climate change, and other global threats which, in turn, contribute to biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse, and nonhuman suffering. 
   
   
   
  Jeff Sebo argues that humans have a moral responsibility to include animals in global health and environmental policy. In particular, we should reduce our use of animals as part of our pandemic and climate change mitigation efforts and increase our support for animals as part of our adaptation efforts. Applying and extending frameworks such as One Health and the Green New Deal, Sebo calls for reducing support for factory farming, deforestation, and the wildlife trade; increasing support for humane, healthful, and sustainable alternatives; and considering human and nonhuman needs holistically. Sebo also considers connections with practical issues such as education, employment, social services, and infrastructure, as well as with theoretical issues such as well-being, moral status, political status, and population ethics.

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