Mathematical and Physical Data, Equations, and Rules of Thumb [Paperback]

Stan Gibilisco (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0071361480 | ISBN-13: 978-0071361484 | Publication Date: April 16, 2001 | Edition: 1

DESKTOP DATABASE OF INSTANT MATH AND SCIENCE DATA

A concise yet comprehensive compendium of formulas, functions, symbols, constants, and conversions, Mathematical and Physical Data, Equations, and Rules of Thumb is a treasure trove of data for everyone from electrical hobbyists to engineers. Consistent with the plan-English writing that’s made top science writer/author Stan Gibilisco’s books consistently popular, this handy guide provides you with crystal-clear explanations of:

*Algebra, Functions, Graphs, and Vectors
*Geometry, Trignometry, Logarithms, and Exponential Functions
*Applied Mathematics, Calculus,and Differential Equations
*Electricity, Electronics, and Communications
*Physical and Chemical Data
*Data Tables

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From the Back Cover

ALL–IN-ONE— EVERY FORMULA YOU’LL EVER NEED

*Comprehensive—general math to applied engineering
*Simple-to-use format
*Ideal research companion
*From best-selling science/technical writer Stan Gibilisco

Everyone working in a technical field—from engineers and scientists to technicians and college professors—needs this core set of equations and data. A concise yet comprehensive compendium of formulas, functions, symbols, constants, and rules of thumb, this book puts the relevant formulas and facts for every discipline—including your own—within easy reach.

Contains material applicable to— GENERAL MATHEMATICS: Number Theory, Algebra, Geometry, Topology, Set Theory, Logic APPLIED MATHEMATICS: Analysis, Calculus, Trigonometry, Logarithms, Exponential Functions, Differential Equations, Statistics, Probability TECHNOLOGY: Electronics, Acoustics, Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Digital Signal Processing SCIENCE: Classical Physics, Applied Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Geophysics, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Material Science, High Energy Physics, Chemistry, Biology

About the Author

Stan Gibilisco is a professional technical writer who specializes in books on electronics and science topics. He is the author of The Encyclopedia of Electronics, The McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Personal Computing, and The Illustrated Dictionary of Electronics, as well as over 20 other technical books. His published works have won numerous awards. The Encyclopedia of Electronics was chosen a "Best Reference Book of the 1980s" by the American Library Association, which also named his McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Personal Computing a "Best Reference of 1996." Stan Gibilisco’s Web sites are http://www.sciencewriter.com and http://members.aol.com/stangib.

Product Details

• Paperback: 572 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics; 1 edition (April 16, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071361480
• ISBN-13: 978-0071361484
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,235,075 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Since he began writing in 1981, Stan Gibilisco has become one of McGraw-Hill's most prolific authors. He also contributes regularly to whatis.com, a leading technology encyclopedia.

Stan's most popular works include "Physics Demystified," "Alternative Energy Demystified," "Statistics Demystified," "Calculus Know-It-All," and "Teach Yourself Electricity and Electronics."

Stan maintains a Website at sciencewriter.net, where he offers concise explanations for the chapter-ending quiz answers in some of his books. Please follow the "Quiz Explanations" link.

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I have been buying Stan's books for over 15 years, on many different technical subjects. I have never been disappointed! His books are always a great buy for the present and future reference!