The Palgrave Handbook of Wine Industry Economics

The Palgrave Handbook of Wine Industry Economics
Author: Adeline Alonso Ugaglia
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 548
Release: 2019-03-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3319986333

This Palgrave Handbook offers the first international comparative study into the efficiency of the industrial organization of the global wine industry. Looking at several important vineyards of the main wine countries, the contributors analyze differences in implementation and articulation of three key stages: grape production, wine making and distribution (marketing, selling and logistics). By examining regulations, organization theory, industry organizational efficiency and vertical integration, up to date strategies in the sector are presented and appraised. Which models are most efficient? What are the most relevant factors for optimal performance? How do reputation and governance impact the industry? Should different models co-exist within the wine countries for global success? This comprehensive volume is essential reading for students, researchers and professionals in the wine industry.

Piping and Pipeline Calculations Manual

Piping and Pipeline Calculations Manual
Author: Philip Ellenberger
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 413
Release: 2014-01-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0124169686

Piping and Pipeline Calculations Manual, Second Edition provides engineers and designers with a quick reference guide to calculations, codes, and standards applicable to piping systems. The book considers in one handy reference the multitude of pipes, flanges, supports, gaskets, bolts, valves, strainers, flexibles, and expansion joints that make up these often complex systems. It uses hundreds of calculations and examples based on the author's 40 years of experiences as both an engineer and instructor. Each example demonstrates how the code and standard has been correctly and incorrectly applied. Aside from advising on the intent of codes and standards, the book provides advice on compliance. Readers will come away with a clear understanding of how piping systems fail and what the code requires the designer, manufacturer, fabricator, supplier, erector, examiner, inspector, and owner to do to prevent such failures. The book enhances participants' understanding and application of the spirit of the code or standard and form a plan for compliance. The book covers American Water Works Association standards where they are applicable. - Updates to major codes and standards such as ASME B31.1 and B31.12 - New methods for calculating stress intensification factor (SIF) and seismic activities - Risk-based analysis based on API 579, and B31-G - Covers the Pipeline Safety Act and the creation of PhMSA

Genetics and Genomics of Rice

Genetics and Genomics of Rice
Author: Qifa Zhang
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 406
Release: 2013-08-21
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1461479037

This book provides a comprehensive coverage of the advances in genetics and genomics research on rice. The chapters feature the latest developments in rice research and cover such topics as the tools and resources for the functional analysis of rice genes, the identification of useful genes for rice improvement, the present understanding of rice development and biological processes, and the application of this present understanding towards rice improvement. The volume also features a perspective on synthesis and prospects, laying the groundwork for future advances in rice genetics and genomics. Written by authorities in the field, Genetics and Genomics of Rice will serve as an invaluable reference for rice researchers for years to come.

Waste Management and Resource Efficiency

Waste Management and Resource Efficiency
Author: Sadhan Kumar Ghosh
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 1254
Release: 2018-09-21
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9811072906

The book contains high-quality research papers presented at Sixth International Conference on Solid Waste Management held at Jadavpur University, Kolkata India during November 23-26, 2016. The Conference, IconSWM 2016, is organized by Centre for Quality Management System, Jadavpur University in association with premier institutes and societies of India. The researchers from more than 30 countries presented their work in Solid Waste Management. The book is divided into two volumes and deliberates on various issues related to innovation and implementation in sustainable waste management, segregation, collection, transportation of waste, treatment technology, policy and strategies, energy recovery, life cycle analysis, climate change, research and business opportunities.

Poets of Hope and Despair

Poets of Hope and Despair
Author: Ben Hellman
Publisher: BRILL
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2018-06-12
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 9004366814

an account of the response of the Russian Symbolist poets to the Great War and the Russian revolutions of 1917.

Carbon and Oxide Nanostructures

Carbon and Oxide Nanostructures
Author: Noorhana Yahya
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 413
Release: 2011-01-12
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3642146732

This volume covers all aspects of carbon and oxide based nanostructured materials. The topics include synthesis, characterization and application of carbon-based namely carbon nanotubes, carbon nanofibres, fullerenes, carbon filled composites etc. In addition, metal oxides namely, ZnO, TiO2, Fe2O3, ferrites, garnets etc., for various applications like sensors, solar cells, transformers, antennas, catalysts, batteries, lubricants, are presented. The book also includes the modeling of oxide and carbon based nanomaterials. The book covers the topics: Synthesis, characterization and application of carbon nanotubes, carbon nanofibres, fullerenes Synthesis, characterization and application of oxide based nanomaterials. Nanostructured magnetic and electric materials and their applications. Nanostructured materials for petro-chemical industry. Oxide and carbon based thin films for electronics and sustainable energy. Theory, calculations and modeling of nanostructured materials.