EbooksPlug: December 2009

Monday, December 28, 2009

Acoustics and Psychoacoustics, Fourth Edition

The only introductory book to cover both acoustics and psychoacoustics in the one volume.

Reviews

This book isn't aimed at those looking for straightforward guidance on designing sound systems to suit a particular application, but it does ably equip the reader with an armory of knowledge to be able to do so."
Lighting and Sound

'a comprehensive book designed to provide a broad-ranging introduction to the subject of acoustics.' Audio, Video and Broadcasting magazine

'a good solid reference' Guy Scarlett, Lecturer, UK

Author(s): George Omura
Publisher: Sybex (August 7, 2006)
Date : August 7, 2006)
Pages : 1224
Format : PDF

The World's Bestselling AutoCAD Resource Now Fully Updated for the 2007 Release

There's a reason why Mastering AutoCAD is so popular year after year. Loaded with concise explanations, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects, this comprehensive reference and tutorial from award-winning author George Omura has everything you need to become an AutoCAD expert.

If you're new to AutoCAD, the tutorials will help you build your skills right away. If you're an AutoCAD veteran, Omura's in-depth explanations of the latest and most advanced features, including all the new 3D tools, will turn you into an AutoCAD pro. Whatever your experience level and however you use AutoCAD, you'll refer to this indispensable reference again and again.

Coverage Includes

* Creating and developing AutoCAD drawings
* Drawing curves and applying solid fills
* Effectively using hatches, fields, and tables
* Manipulating dynamic blocks and attributes
* Linking drawings to databases and spreadsheets
* Keeping track of your projects with the Sheet Set Manager
* Creating cutaway and x-ray views to show off the interior of your 3D model
* Rendering realistic interior views with natural lighting
* Giving a hand-drawn look to 3D views
* Easily creating complex, free-form 3D shapes in minutes
* Making spiral forms with the Helix and Sweep tools
* Exploring your model in real time with the Walk and Fly tools
* Creating animated AVI files of your 3D projects
* Customizing AutoCAD using AutoLISP(r)
* Securing and authenticating your files
* Sharing files with non-AutoCAD users