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  International Space Station The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  Much has been written about the Space Race, which is still taught across America today, but the story of human space exploration is mostly one of cooperation. Even in the summer of 1969, the Soviets had given the United States the flight plan for its Luna 15 mission, allowing Apollo 11 to avoid it.  
  	That was the first of many examples of cooperation in space between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War, and ultimately, their research and cooperation helped lead to the construction of the International Space Station (ISS), a large space station assembled in Earth’s orbit that represents the most ambitious international space project in history.  
  	Thanks to the various components that have been put together, the International Space Station is bigger and brighter than all other artificial satellites. With relatively low power magnification, people can see the solar panels radiating outward from the numerous international modules which make up the ISS. The reality of that platform, at the edge of the ocean of space, is pretty astounding when looked at from the perspective of history. Only 120 years ago, mankind did not know if it was possible to fly in a heavier-than-air vehicle. Constructed with over 30 different modules and pieces that were carried into orbit by dozens of different launches, the ISS is already over 150 feet long, 300 feet wide and 60 feet tall. Astronauts from 10 nations have spent time on the space station as long-term crew. 
  	In addition, the International Space Station can truly be held as a sign that the Space Age is maturing quite nicely, at least on a social and personal level. A total of 34 women have visited the space station, eight tourists have paid for the privilege of taking the trip to the station, and there have been many who have made multiple trips to the ISS.

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  Ballistic - The New Science of...

  Henry Abbott

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  Blending cutting-edge science with gripping storytelling, award-winning data journalist and competitive amateur athlete Henry Abbott reveals that we are on the cusp of a new era in sports medicine, built around the science of ballistic movements—leaping and landing—and the unique fingerprint of your body's physics. 
   
   
   
  Abbott's inspiring narrative tells the story of sports scientist Dr. Marcus Elliott and the Peak Performance Project (P3), who use technology to study how athletes move and why they get hurt. Applying machine learning and lessons from biomechanics, medicine, and physiology, doctors at P3 can now detect elevated risk of an ACL tear or a pulled hamstring like an echocardiogram can see warning signs of a heart attack. 
   
   
   
  Through riveting stories of elite athletes overcoming injuries and pushing themselves to the limit, Abbott presents an evidence-based case for intervening early to protect our bodies. And he suggests that we can all harness the science of ballistic movement not just to run fast or jump high but to move with joy and lead fulfilling athletic lives.

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  Speed of Advance

  Marty Groover

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  Speed of Advance (SOA): the speed of a ship anticipated along an intended track; the average speed required to arrive at a destination at a specified time.In the navy, nothing is left to chance. Every strategy is tested, every resource utilized with minimal excess and remarkable efficiency. This streamlined convergence of people, process, and technology is the pinnacle of productivity—and its benefits resonate far beyond military endeavors.As a surface warfare officer, Marty Groover spent more than two decades leading an intricate operational symphony of communications processes, computer systems, and weapons programs. Now, in Speed of Advance, Marty shares what he experienced in the navy firsthand: how to harness the power of technology to drive untouchable results. By eliminating damaging silos and increasing skill sets, Marty shows you how to create an enhanced, synchronized system between technology and the people who use it—a process that will lead you into the Fourth Industrial Revolution.Lean. Impactful. Intersected. These are the businesses that will thrive in the challenges of Industry 4.0. This book will show you how to take the first step in the right direction, not by replacing people with machines but by learning how to truly work as one.

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  The Jay The Beech and the...

  Richard Smyth

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  'Generous, moving and alive. A gift' - Tim Dee, author of Greenery
  'Intelligent, thought-provoking and always, always interesting' - Cal Flyn, author of Islands of Abandonment
  'Smyth writes with warmth and engaging perception about our relationship and understanding of the natural world on our doorsteps' - Jon Dunn, author of The Glitter in the Green
  'Fresh and tender and playful' - Patrick Galbraith, author of In Search of One Last Song
  Weren't they richer, rock pools, wasn't the seashore busier, when I was a kid?
  
  Richard Smyth had always been drawn to the natural world, but when he became a father he found a new joy and a new urgency in showing his kids the everyday wild things around them. As he and his children explore rockpools in Whitley Bay, or the woods and moors near his Yorkshire home, he imagines the world they might inhabit as they grow up.
  
  Through different objects discovered on their wanderings - a beech leaf, a jay feather, a limpetshell - Smyth examines his own past as well as that of the early natural historians, weaving together history, memoir, and environmentalism to form a new kind of nature writing: one that asks both what we have lost, and what we have yet to find.

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  Digestion and Kidneys - Gastro...

  Ava Westwood

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  This collection delivers essential knowledge about digestive and renal health for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Through evidence-based information and expert perspectives, this guide illuminates the intricate processes that nourish your body and filter your blood. 
  GASTROENTEROLOGY 
   The complex journey of food through your digestive system and the conditions that can disrupt this vital process. Explore the mechanics of digestion from mouth to elimination, common gastrointestinal disorders and their warning signs, diagnostic approaches, and treatment options ranging from dietary modifications to advanced procedures. Learn to distinguish between temporary discomfort and symptoms requiring medical attention. 
  NEPHROLOGY 
   The remarkable functioning of the kidneys and their critical role in maintaining whole-body health. Discover how these organs filter blood, regulate fluid balance, and contribute to blood pressure control, along with approaches to preventing and managing kidney disease. Understand the interconnections between renal health and other body systems, early warning signs of dysfunction, and strategies for preserving kidney function. 
  MEDICAL NUTRITION 
   The science-based approaches to nourishing the body, particularly when digestive or renal systems are compromised. Uncover the specialized nutritional considerations for various gastrointestinal and kidney conditions, how dietary choices impact organ function, and practical strategies for optimizing nutrition despite health challenges. Learn how targeted nutritional interventions can support healing and management of chronic conditions. 
  Knowledge transforms health outcomes. 
  This essential guide provides clear, accessible information on the sophisticated systems responsible for processing nutrients and eliminating waste.

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  The Computer Guide Bundle 2 in 1...

  Jonathan Brooks, J.T. Flynn

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  The Computer Guide Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Computers Made Easy and Fight Off HackersThese days, most things are run by computers so it’s essential that you know how to operate even the most basic ones. Don't worry too much if you lack advanced technical computer skills. A lot of that can be remedied now by just putting in a little bit of time each week in doing some self-study. And this is where this bundle will be helpful for you. Another thing you have to watch out for are hackers that can cause havoc not just to your personal information but if you have any professional blog or website for a business as well. In this bundle, you will learn the technical computer skills necessary to service your sweet spot clients. You will learn how to set-up your computer system which will help the efficiency of your people and your business as a whole. It will also teach you essential tips that would help keep your website secure and hacker free.This 2 in 1 bundle includes the following audiobooks:1. Computers Made Easy: The Beginner's Guide to Computers and Technology. Learn All the Basics of Building and Setting Up Computers for Your Business2. Fight Off Hackers: Learn Tips and Tricks on How to Beat Hackers to Protect Your Website Today!If you want to learn more, download your copy of The Computer Guide 2 in 1 Bundle today!

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