Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
The London, Edinburgh and Dublin Philosophical Magazine and Journal of Science
The London, Edinburgh and Dublin Philosophical Magazine and Journal of Science
Author: London, Edinburgh and Dublin Philosophical Magazine and Journal of Science
Author: Natural Photonics and Bioinspiration
Author: Olivier DeparisPublisher: Artech House
ISBN: 1630817988
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
Photonic structures occurring in biological tissues such as butterfly wings, beetle elytra or fish scales are responsible for a broad range of optical effects including iridescence, narrow-band reflection, large solid-angle scattering, polarization effects, additive color mixing, fluid-induced color changes, controlled fluorescence. Studies have provided understanding of the underlying optical mechanisms and the biological functions as well as inspiration for the design and development of novel photonic devices, also called bioinspiration. In this forward-thinking book, the research related to photonic structures in natural organisms is reviewed with a main foPhotonic structures occurring in biological tissues such as butterfly wings, beetle elytra, or fish scales are responsible for a broad range of optical effects including iridescence, narrow band reflection, large solid-angle scattering, polarization, additive color mixing, fluid induced color changes, and controlled fluorescence. This book reviews research of biological photonic devices in accordance with the fundamental aspects of physical optics and environmental biology. It provides readers with an understanding of numerical modelling based on morphological and optical characterizations as well as the quantitative treatment of color vision. This forward-thinking book ties these concepts to the design and synthesis of bioinspired photonic devices and opens the door to the applications of nature’s lessons in the technical world. This resource introduces a methodology for working with and utilizing bioinspiration. It includes the experimental and numerical tools necessary for the characterization and simulation of photonic structures and uses original concepts as examples, with a focus on bioinspired hygrochromatic materials. Professionals are brought up to speed on a variety of fabrication techniques and methods of synthesis all following a straightforward bottom-up or top-down approach. The reader will gain an understanding of the capability of bioinspiration to meet human needs. This book’s explanation of how natural photonics structures behave as efficient solar absorbers or thermal management devices makes it a useful resource for technical professionals in the field of energy and environment, and the concepts presented in this book also have applications in the designs of optical coatings, sensors, and light sources.
Catalogue of the Library of the Royal Astronomical Society
Author: Royal Astronomical SocietyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Astronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
A Stormy Petrel: The Life and Times of John Pope Hennessy
Author: P. Kevin MacKeownPublisher: City University of HK Press
ISBN: 9629373777
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 502
Book Description
Many words have been used to describe John Pope Hennessy, the former governor of Hong Kong. “Controversial” is perhaps the briefest way to outline his character. Yet we may be guilty of ascribing modern ideas to our understanding of characters of the past. An Irish Catholic raised during the age of empire and rising nationalism, a devout Tory and Disraeli follower, a believer in both the benefits of empire and a patron of local talent in his postings, it is easy to view Pope Hennessy as a man of contradictions. This volume traces Pope Hennessy’s history from his early beginnings in famine Ireland to his attempts to rise through the ranks in London. It goes on to cover his early postings to Labuan, West Africa, and, of course, Hong Kong, as well as his final days with his family. His actions and his personality are laid bare for readers fo form their own opinions of one of Hong Kong’s most enigmatic governors. “As to Sir J. P. Hennessy, the less said the better. His acts speak powerfully enough. The centre of his world was he himself. But with all the crowd of dark and bright powers that were wrestling within him, he could not help doing some good…” - Dr Ernst Johann Eitel, Missionary, sinologist, and John Pope Hennessy’s private secretary
Catalogue of the Library of the Linnean Society of London
Author: Linnean Society of London. LibraryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Natural history
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Catalogue of the Wheeler Gift of Books, Pamphlets and Periodicals in the Library of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers
Author: American Institute of Electrical Engineers. LibraryPublisher: Oak Knoll Press
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
A Catalogue of Periodical Publications in the Library of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers
Author: American Institute of Electrical Engineers. LibraryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Electric engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
Transactions and Proceedings of the ... Annual Meeting of the Library Association of the United Kingdom
Author: Library AssociationPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description