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Quotes from this book: The Charkha is intended to realise the essential and living oneness of interest among India’s myriads. It does not require money to be neat, clean and dignified. Cow-protection to me is one of the most wonderful phenomena in the human evolution. A student’s life has been rightly likened to the life of a sanyasi. He must be the embodiment of simple living and high thinking. He must be discipline incarnate. His pleasure is derived from his studies. Eating for the sake of pleasure is a sin like animal indulgence for the sake of it. I must fight unto death the unholy attempt to impose British methods and British institutions on India. The real meaning of economic equal...
A source of inspiration for every Indian, the country’s twelfth President, Abul Pakir Jainulabedin Abdul Kalam was born on October 15, 1931 in Rameshwaram in Tamil Nadu. His father, Jainulabedin, and mother, Aashiamma, were simple, religious-minded people and held an honourable place in society Dr. Kalam, besides being a capable scientist, an ideal teacher and an excellent writer, had a good knowledge of Indian classical music and played the violin too. He also loved gardening and, despite a very busy work schedule, he was regular with his morning walk, prayers and yoga. He believed we must keep ourselves busy every moment of the day in a meaningful way and, at the same time, take time off...
Studies the question of achieving and sustaining high rates of growth and economic development in India.
Handbook of Sustainable Materials presents recent developments in sustainable materials and how these materials interact with the environment. It highlights the recent advancements involved in proper utilization of sustainable materials, including chemical and biological approaches. With chapters written by global experts, the book offers a guide and insights into sustainable materials from a variety of engineering disciplines. Each chapter provides in-depth technical information on the sustainable materials theory and explores synthesis strategies, green materials, and artificial intelligence. The book considers applications in sectors such as aerospace, automobile, and biomedical for rapid...
This book, which is part of a two-volume handbook set, gives a comprehensive description of recent developments in materials science and manufacturing technology, aiming primarily at its applications in biomedical science, advanced engineering materials, conventional/non-conventional manufacturing techniques, sustainable engineering design, and related domains. Manufacturing Engineering and Materials Science: Tools and Applications provides state-of-the-art research conducted in the fields of technological advancements in surface engineering, tribology, additive manufacturing, precision manufacturing, electromechanical systems, and computer-assisted design and manufacturing. The book captures emerging areas of materials science and advanced manufacturing engineering and presents the most recent trends in research for emerging researchers, field engineers, and academic professionals.
This is an entertaining look at the vampire phenomenon. Beginning with a full-bodied history on the appearance of vampires in early literature and moving on to more modern film and television iterations, including Twilight, True Blood, and even Count von Count on Sesame Street, this book takes a bite out of vampire lore to show how readers and theatergoers have always been fascinated by these creatures of the night. It also explains how vampires have changed physically over the years?a major feat for an undead creature. The resource ends with a filmography that gives details on most major vampire films.
Geospatial technology is a combination of state-of-the-art remote sensing and technology for geographic information systems (GIS) and global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) for the mapping and monitoring of landscapes and environment. The main thrust of using geospatial technology is to understand the causes, mechanisms, and consequences of spatial heterogeneity, while its ultimate objective is to provide a scientific basis for developing and maintaining ecologically, economically, and socially sustainable landscapes. This book presents new research on the interdisciplinary applications of geospatial technology for identification, assessment, monitoring, and modelling issues related to l...
For the ravenous fanbase of HBO's smash hit series, True Blood Drinks and Bites presents 45 quick and easy recipes for themed gatherings and weekly watch parties, all inspired by the series' most notorious vampires and victims. From the creator of True Blood and his writing team, these are deliciously "in-world" appetizers, cocktails, and nonalcoholic drinks to enjoy as the drama goes down in Bon Temps. Think Scorn Fritters and Hot Dates, washed down with an ice-cold Spirit Lifter. Entertaining and packed with novelty—including quotes and commentary from the characters themselves, plus original unpublished photography from seasons 1 through 5—True Blood Drinks and Bites brings home a fun and tantalizing taste of the onscreen action.
Addiction is a powerful and destructive condition impacting large portions of the population around the world. While typically associated with substances, such as drugs and alcohol, technology and internet addiction have become a concern in recent years as technology use has become ubiquitous. Psychological, Social, and Cultural Aspects of Internet Addiction is a critical scholarly resource that sheds light on the relationship between psycho-social variables and internet addiction. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics such as human-computer interaction, academic performance, and online behavior, this book is geared towards psychologists, counselors, graduate-level students, and researchers studying psychology and technology use.