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Energy from the waves : the first-ever book on a revolution in technology /

Revised and substantially expanded to include the latest developments in the field, the second edition of this popular book provides a concise, non-technical account of the historical background and current research and development in the field of wave energy and its planned utilisation. It explains...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Ross, David, 1925-2004
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Oxford, Eng. ; New York : Pergamon Press, 1981.
Edición:2d ed., rev. and enl.
Colección:Pergamon international library of science, technology, engineering, and social studies.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:Revised and substantially expanded to include the latest developments in the field, the second edition of this popular book provides a concise, non-technical account of the historical background and current research and development in the field of wave energy and its planned utilisation. It explains in simple terms the technology involved and describes the new inventions, devices and discoveries which led wave energy to be regarded as a significant future source of alternative power. The author recounts the major events leading up to today's development; the roles played by the principal characters involved, inventors, engineers and politicians and the inevitable struggle which all pioneers must face. The book concludes by discussing the environmental implications, the political conflicts and the problems which lie ahead. Also included, is a useful glossary of terms and a selected bibliography of important technical reports and further sources of information.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xix, 148 pages) : illustrations
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references (pages 142-143) and index.