| How to Diagnose and Fix Everything Electronic Posted: 03 Dec 2011 09:04 AM PST 
Book Description Master the Art of Electronics Repair In this hands-on guide, a lifelong electronics repair guru shares his tested techniques and invaluable insights. How to Diagnose and Fix Everything Electronic shows you how to repair and extend the life of all kinds of solid-state devices, from modern digital gadgetry to cherished analog products of yesteryear. You’ll start by selecting the tools and test equipment you’ll need and setting up your workbench. Then, you’ll get familiar with components and how they form circuits, stages, and sections of a device. Next, you’ll learn how to take a product apart, figure out what’s wrong with it, replace components, and reassemble it. Real-world case studies help clarify the topics covered. Tips and tricks for specific devices, such as optical disc players, computers, and video recorders, are also included in this practical resource. - Set up a workbench and equip it with tools and test instruments
- Ensure personal safety and avoid electrical and physical damage to devices
- Understand electrical units, circuits, and signals
- Use test equipment, including a digital multimeter, signal generator, frequency counter, and an oscilloscope
- Repair circuit boards and replace parts
- Work with components, from capacitors and ICs to transistors and zeners
- Learn to read block, schematic, and pictorial diagrams
- Disassemble devices and identify sections and stages
- Troubleshoot and diagnose to the component level
- Perform reverse-order reassembly
Up-to-date, easy-to-follow coverage of electricity and electronics
In Teach Yourself Electricity and Electronics, Fifth Edition, a master teacher provides step-by-step lessons in electricity and electronics fundamentals and applications. Detailed illustrations, practical examples, and hundreds of test questions make it easy to learn the material quickly. This fully revised resource starts with the basics and takes you through advanced applications, such as communications systems and robotics. Solve current-voltage-resistance-impedance problems, make power calculations, optimize system performance, and prepare for licensing exams with help from this hands-on guide. Updated for the latest technological trends: - Wireless systems
- Fiber Optics
- Lasers
- Space Communications
- Mechatronics
Comprehensive coverage includes:
Direct-Current Circuit Basics and Analysis * Resistors * Cells and Batteries * Magnetism * Inductance * Capacitance * Phase * Inductive and Capacitive Reactance * Impedance and Admittance * Alternating-Current Circuit Analysis, Power, and Resonance * Transformers and Impedance Matching * Semiconductors * Diode Applications * Power Supplies * Bipolar and Field-Effect Transistors * Amplifiers and Oscillators * Digital and Computer Basics * Antennas for RF Communications * Integrated Circuits * Electron Tubes * Transducers, Sensors, Location, and Navigation * Acoustics and Audio Fundamentals * Advanced Communications Systems Make Great Stuff!
TAB, an imprint of McGraw-Hill Professional, is a leading publisher of DIY technology books for makers, hackers, and electronics hobbyists. Table of contents
Chapter 1. Prepare for Blastoff: Fixing is Fun!
Chapter 2. Setting Up Shop: Tools of the Trade
Chapter 3. Danger, Danger! Staying Safe
Chapter 4. I Fix, Therefore I Am: The Philosophy of Troubleshooting
Chapter 5. Naming Names: Important Terms, Concepts and Building Blocks
Chapter 6. Working Your Weapons: Using Test Equipment
Chapter 7. What Little Gizmos Are Made Of: Components
Chapter 8. Roadmaps and Street Signs: Diagrams
Chapter 9. Entering Without Breaking: Getting Inside
Chapter 10. What the Heck is That: Recognizing Major Features
Chapter 11. A-Hunting We Will Go: Signal Tracing and Diagnosis
Chapter 12. Presto Change-o: Circuit Boards and Replacing Components
Chapter 13. That’s a Wrap: Reverse-Order Reassembly
Chapter 14. Aces Up Your Sleeve: Tips and Tricks for Specific Products Glossary
Index Book Details - Paperback: 336 pages
- Publisher: McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics (January 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0071744223
- ISBN-13: 978-0071744225
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| Managing Oracle Fusion Applications Posted: 03 Dec 2011 09:04 AM PST 
Book Description Master Oracle Fusion Applications Administer a fully integrated application management framework across your enterprise using the detailed information contained in this Oracle Press guide. Managing Oracle Fusion Applications first explains key principles and then logically groups utilities into practical, ready-to-use toolboxes. Learn how to build lifecycle models, deliver dynamic business intelligence, optimize performance, mitigate risk, and integrate the latest Web 2.0 and social networking features. Compliance, security, and testing techniques are also covered in this comprehensive resource. - Understand the components and architecture of Oracle Fusion Applications
- Plan, develop, and implement an effective application management plan
- Resolve reliability issues with Oracle Enterprise Manager
- Configure and deploy applications from the Oracle WebLogic Server Administration Console
- Adjust run-time parameters using Java Management Extensions and MBeans
- Generate and distribute reports using Oracle Business Intelligence 11g
- Establish solid user authentication, access control, and data protection policies
- Work with Oracle Fusion Governance, Risk, and Compliance Intelligence
Table of contents
Chapter 1. A Fusion Applications Product Overview
Chapter 2. A Fusion Applications Technical Overview
Chapter 3. Successful Enterprise Application Management
Chapter 4. The Fusion Applications Lifecycle
Chapter 5. A Fusion Applications Management Toolbox
Chapter 6. A Reliability Management Toolbox
Chapter 7. The Availability Management Toolbox
Chapter 8. A Performance Management Toolbox
Chapter 9. An Optimization Management Toolbox
Chapter 10. A Governance Management Toolbox
Chapter 11. Getting and Staying Healthy
Chapter 12. Planning for the Future Appendix A. Further Reading and References
Index Book Details - Paperback: 350 pages
- Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media (June 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0071750339
- ISBN-13: 978-0071750332
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| Robot Builder’s Bonanza, 4th Edition Posted: 03 Dec 2011 09:04 AM PST 
Book Description The Bestselling Robotics Book–Now with New Projects and Online Tools! Have fun while learning how to design, construct, and use small robots! This richly illustrated guide offers everything you need to know to construct sophisticated, fully autonomous robots that can be programmed from your computer. Fully updated with the latest technologies and techniques, Robot Builder’s Bonanza, Fourth Edition includes step-by-step plans that take you from building basic motorized platforms to giving the machine a brain–and teaching it to walk, talk, and obey commands. This robot builder’s paradise is packed with more than 100 affordable projects, including 10 completely new robot designs. The projects are modular and can be combined to create a variety of highly intelligent and workable robots of all shapes and sizes. Mix and match the projects to develop your own unique creations. The only limit is your imagination! Robot Builder’s Bonanza, Fourth Edition covers: - Parts, materials, and tools
- Building motorized wooden, plastic, and metal platforms
- Rapid prototyping methods
- Drafting bots with computer-aided design
- Constructing high-tech robots from toys
- Building bots from found parts
- Power, motors, and locomotion
- Robots with wheels, tracks, and legs
- Constructing robotic arms and grippers
- Robot electronics and circuit making
- Computers and electronic control
- Microcontrollers–Arduino, PICAXE, and the BASIC stamp
- Remote control systems
- Sensors, navigation, and visual feedback
- Robot vision via proximity, light, and distance
New! FREE online content at: www.robotoid.com - My First Robot tutorial lessons
- Project parts finder
- Animated, interactive learning tools
- How-to videos, robot e-plans, bonus articles, links, and more
Plus, go to: www.mhprofessional.com/rbb4 for: - Downloadable programs
- RBB app notes
- Bonus chapters
Make Great Stuff!
TAB, an imprint of McGraw-Hill Professional, is a leading publisher of DIY technology books for makers, hackers, and electronics hobbyists. Table of contents
Part 1: The Art and Science of Robot Building
Chapter 1. Welcome to the Wonderful World of Robotics
Chapter 2. Anatomy of a Robot
Chapter 3. Getting Parts Part 2: Robot Construction
Chapter 4. Safety First (and Always)
Chapter 5. Building Robot Bodies–the Basics
Chapter 6. Mechanical Construction Techniques
Chapter 7. Working with Wood
Chapter 8. Build a Motorized Wooden Platform
Chapter 9. Working with Plastic
Chapter 10. Build a Motorized Plastic Platform
Chapter 11. Working with Metal
Chapter 12. Build a Motorized Metal Platform
Chapter 13. Assembly Techniques
Chapter 14. Rapid Prototyping Methods
Chapter 15. Drafting Bots with Computer-Aided Design
Chapter 16. Constructing High-Tech Robots from Toys
Chapter 17. Building Bots from Found Parts Part 3: Power, Motors, and Locomotion
Chapter 18. All about Batteries
Chapter 19. Robot Power Systems
Chapter 20. Moving Your Robot
Chapter 21. Choosing the Right Motor
Chapter 22. Using DC Motors
Chapter 23. Using Servo Motors
Chapter 24. Mounting Motors and Wheels
Chapter 25. Robot Movement with Shape Memory Alloy Part 4: Hands-on Robotic Projects
Chapter 26. Build Robots with Wheels and Tracks
Chapter 27. Build Robots with Legs
Chapter 28. Experimenting with Robotic Arms
Chapter 29. Experimenting with Robotic Grippers Part 5: Robot Electronics
Chapter 30. Building Robot Electronics–the Basics
Chapter 31. Common Electronic Components for Robotics
Chapter 32. Using Solderless Breadboards
Chapter 33. Making Circuit Boards Part 6: Computers and Electronic Control
Chapter 34. An Overview of Robot “Brains”
Chapter 35. Understanding Microcontrollers
Chapter 36. Programming Concepts: The Fundamentals Part 7: Microcontroller Brains
Chapter 37. Using the Arduino
Chapter 38. Using the PICAXE
Chapter 39. Using the BASIC Stamp
Chapter 40. Interfacing Hardware with Your Microcontroller or Computer
Chapter 41. Remote Control Systems Part 8: Sensors, Navigation, and Feedback
Chapter 42. Adding the Sense of Touch
Chapter 43. Proximity and Distance Sensing
Chapter 44. Robotic Eyes
Chapter 45. Navigating Your Robot
Chapter 46. Making and Listening to Sound
Chapter 47. Interacting with Your Creation
Chapter 48. Danger, Will Robinson Appendix A–RBB Online Support
Appendix B–Internet Parts Sources
Appendix C–Mechanical Reference
Appendix D–Electronic Reference
Index Book Details - Paperback: 736 pages
- Publisher: McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics; 4th Edition (May 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0071750363
- ISBN-13: 978-0071750363
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| Crystal Reports 2008: The Complete Reference Posted: 03 Dec 2011 09:04 AM PST 
Book Description Your One-Stop Guide to Enterprise Reporting with Crystal Reports 2008 Transform disconnected corporate data into compelling, interactive business intelligence using all of the powerful tools available in Crystal Reports 2008. Through detailed explanations, real-world examples, and expert advice, this comprehensive guide shows you how to create, maintain, and distribute dynamic, visually appealing enterprise database reports. Crystal Reports 2008: The Complete Reference explains how to select and gather pertinent business data, organize it into manageable groups, and assemble it into user-friendly business reports. You will learn how to improve report interactivity with sort controls and the parameter panel; solve complex reporting problems with cross-tabs and subreports; integrate Crystal Xcelsius dashboards; reduce development time; and publish your results to Web and Windows applications. - Integrate pictures, multimedia files, graphs, and charts
- Allow user-controlled report sorting with new sort controls
- Develop sophisticated formulas and custom functions with the Formula Workshop
- Embed Flash files, including Xcelsius 2008 interactive dashboards
- Create complex cross-tab reports with new derived rows and columns
- Export reports into Word, Excel, Acrobat, and updated XML formats
- Enhance Web interactivity with the new parameter panel and optional parameter fields
- Work with SQL databases, OLAP cubes, and proprietary systems
- Centralize design elements and auto-update reports using the repository
- Schedule and distribute reports with the latest BusinessObjects Enterprise XI 3.0
- Embed reports in Web and Windows applications using Visual Studio 2008
Table of contents
Part I: Designing Reports
Chapter 1. Getting a Feel for Crystal Reports 2008
Chapter 2. Sorting and Grouping
Chapter 3. Analyzing with Advanced Selection Criteria
Chapter 4. Using Formulas
Chapter 5. Creating Custom Functions
Chapter 6. Making Your Reports Visually Appealing
Chapter 7. Using Sections and Areas
Chapter 8. Analyzing with Cross Tabs
Chapter 9. Creating Charts
Chapter 10. Creating Geographic Maps
Chapter 11. Integration with Crystal Xcelsius and Flash
Chapter 12. Using Subreports
Chapter 13. Interactive Reporting with Parameter Fields
Chapter 14. Exporting Reports to Different Formats
Chapter 15. Reporting from SQL Databases
Chapter 16. Reporting from Proprietary Data Types
Chapter 17. Reporting from OLAP Cubes
Chapter 18. Accommodating Database Changes and Field Mapping
Chapter 19. Creating Crystal Reports Applications with Visual Studio .NET Part II: Crystal Reports Enterprise Reporting
Chapter 20. Crystal Reports Web Alternatives
Chapter 21. Using InfoView
Chapter 22. Administering Enterprise Reporting Systems Appendix: Formula Language Reference
Index Book Details - Paperback: 968 pages
- Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media (June 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0071590986
- ISBN-13: 978-0071590983
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| NumPy 1.5: Beginner’s Guide Posted: 03 Dec 2011 04:20 AM PST 
Book Description In today’s world of science and technology, the hype is all about speed and flexibility. When it comes to scientific computing, NumPy is on the top of the list. NumPy is the fundamental package needed for scientific computing with Python. NumPy will give you both speed and high productivity. Save thousands of dollars on expensive software, while keeping all the flexibility and power of your favourite programming language. NumPy 1.5 Beginner’s Guide will teach you about NumPy from scratch. It includes everything from installation, functions, matrices, and modules to testing, all explained with appropriate examples. Numpy 1.5 Beginner’s Guide will teach you about installing and using NumPy and related concepts. This book will give you a solid foundation in NumPy arrays and universal functions. At the end of the book, we will explore related scientific computing projects such as Matplotlib for plotting and the SciPy project through examples. NumPy 1.5 Beginner’s Guide will help you be productive with NumPy and write clean and fast code. What you will learn from this book: - Installing NumPy
- Learn to load arrays from files and write arrays to files
- Work with universal functions
- Create NumPy matrices
- Use basic modules that NumPy offers
- Write unit tests for NumPy code
- Plot mathematical NumPy results with Matplotlib
- Integrate with Scipy, a high level Python scientific computing framework built on top of NumPy
Approach
The book is written in beginner's guide style with each aspect of NumPy demonstrated by real world examples. There is appropriate explained code with the required screenshots thrown in for the novice. Who this book is written for
This book is for the programmer, scientist or engineer, who has basic Python knowledge and would like to be able to do numerical computations with Python. Book Details - Paperback: 234 pages
- Publisher: Packt Publishing (November 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1849515301
- ISBN-13: 978-1849515306
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| Oracle BI Publisher 11g: A Practical Guide to Enterprise Reporting Posted: 03 Dec 2011 04:20 AM PST 
Book Description Oracle BI Publisher 11g (formerly XML Publisher) enables the creation, management and delivery of various reports, making it a desirable tool for any company to achieve the best image of your resources. This book offers practical application of BIP functionality for improving your ability to design and deliver quality reports just when they are needed. "Oracle BI Publisher 11g: A Practical Guide to Enterprise Reporting" is an applicable guide for using Oracle BIP from the perspective of a report developer, helping you to utilize the tool from simple to complex report design. You can take advantage of both the existing functionality of BIP 10g, as well as a special emphasis on the new 11g features. This guide will take you on a tour of Oracle BI Publisher 11g, beginning with a description of all of the new features in 11g. You'll continue by learning from a range of step-by –step procedures for building Data Models, Layout Templates and report configurations, packed with screenshots to help you along. Finally, you'll tackle themes like integration with Oracle EBS, Oracle report migration, and report translations. By the end of "Oracle BI Publisher 11g: A Practical Guide to Enterprise Reporting", you'll be equipped with all you need to know to produce complex reports detailing your company's data. What you will learn from this book: - Jump start your learning by understanding what Business Intelligence really means
- Migrate Oracle reports to Oracle BI Publisher 11g
- Get to grips with designing Data Models for reports in Oracle BIP 11g
- Master the management of multiple data sources
- Gain the skills to design the layout of reports and build BI Publisher templates
- Build RTF templates using Template Builder for MSWord
- Go further with Oracle BIP by integrating with E-Business Suite and dealing with report translations
- Learn how to build a report from beginning to end, including configuration
Approach
This is a practical guide with step-by step instructions for enhancing your application of Oracle BI Publisher 11g for enterprise reporting. Who this book is written for
If you are an Oracle BI Publisher 11g end user, be it a report developer, business analyst or consultant, this book is for you. You should have good knowledge of general reporting practices and XML/XSL programming, though experience of using BI/XML publisher is not essential. Book Details - Paperback: 254 pages
- Publisher: Packt Publishing (November 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1849683182
- ISBN-13: 978-1849683180
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