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• Preface.Introduction.Approximation Theory.Uncertainty Modelling, Control Design and System Performance.The Chain of Integrators.Function Approximator Designs for the Integrator Chain.Resolution Divergence.Resolution Scaling.Strict Feedback Systems.Output Feedback Control.Comparison to Alternative Designs.Conclusions and Outlook.Appendix A: Lyapunov's Direct Method.Appendix B: Functional Bounds from System Identification.References.Index.
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In recent years, there has been a wide interest in non-linear adaptive control using approximate models, either for tracking or regulation, and usually under the banner of neural network based control. The authors present a unique critical evaluation of the approximate model philosophy and its setting, rigorously comparing the performance of such controls against competing designs. Analysing a very topical aspect of contemporary research and control practice, this book highlights the situations in which approximate model based designs are most appropriate and indicates scenarios in which other designs could be used more productively. Throughout the text concepts are illustrated using a variety of examples, both academic problems and those based on physical examples. The work is designed to open the door to realistic applications. It provides a unified coverage of the theory and application of a wide range of control systems areas including neural network based control and control using the approximate model. It presents a mathematically well founded introduction to the area of intelligent control. It provides a varied selection of practical examples drawn from a variety of fields, including robotics and aerospace, illustrate theoretical principles. It gives clear comparisons of a variety of control designs and offers cross disciplinary approach to this leading edge topic. It is a valuable reference for control practitioners and theorists, artificial intelligence researchers and applied mathematicians, as well as graduate students and researchers with an interest in adaptive control and stability.
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• 1. Introductio
• n2. Backgroun
• d3. Iconic Acoustic Guitar
• s4. Basics of Guitar Desig
• n5. Physic
• s6. Detail Desig
• n7. Technical Information.
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This book is for experienced luthiers and guitar designers in the industry, novice builders wishing to improve their designs, and guitar owners interested in knowing more about their instruments. It includes the most important technical information gathered from many sources, including the academic literature and the author's own work, presented here in a clear, actionable form with a minimum of mathematics. The book begins with a historical survey on how important features of the acoustic guitar evolved over centuries. The review leads up to a chapter focusing on three iconic instruments that represent the most important types of acoustic guitars: classical, steel string flat top and archtop. As the guitar market is so strongly conditioned by familiar, traditional instruments, a successful builder must have a thorough working understanding of the most important designs to underpin their own work. Through this volume, Professor French lays out the entire design process and collects detailed information in one convenient source. Luthiers quite often compile notebooks of measurements, part numbers, specific design features and other details they routinely need. This book organizes much of that information, with tables of dimensions, material properties, and other details in one essential final chapter. The book also features concise side bar contributions by top guitar designers and builders including Tim Shaw, Chief Engineer at Fender Music; Bob Taylor, Co-Founder of Taylor Guitars; and Andy Powers, Master Guitar Designer and Partner.
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• Overview
• Basic Physics
• Structure of the Guitar
• Electronics
• Sound Quality
• Design Specifics for Acoustic Guitars
• Design Specifics for Electric Guitars
• Hardware
• Iconic Guitars.

Featuring chapters on physics, structure, sound and design specifics, Technology of the Guitar also includes coverage of historical content, composition of strings and their effects on sound quality, and important designs. Additionally, author Mark French discusses case studies of historically significant and technologically innovative instruments. This is a complete reference useful for a broad range of readers including guitar manufacturer employees, working luthiers, and interested guitar enthusiasts who do not have a science or engineering background.

• History of the Guitar.- Acoustics and Musical Theory.- Structure of the Guitar.- Dynamic Behavior.- Analytical Models.- Manufacturing Processes.- Sound Quality.- Guitar Electronics.- Unique Characteristics.
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A uniquely engaging description of the mechanics of the guitar, for engineers and craftsmen alike. Clearly written in a conceptual language, it provides readers with an understanding of the dynamic behavior of the instrument, including structural and component dynamics, and various analytical models, such as discrete, finite element, and boundary element models. The text also covers manufacturing processes, including both handmade and mass produced instruments.
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• Acknowledgments PREFACE PART I: An Awakening of Consciousness
• 1. Spirituality and Materialism
• 2. Life Forces
• 3. Human Nature
• 4. Wonder PART II: transcendence
• 5. The Impetus of the Heart
• 6. The Power of Faith
• 7. Being Multidimensional PART III: The Liberation of Feelings
• 8. Becoming Free of Fear
• 9. Deciding to be Happy
• 10. Friendship PART IV: Taking Care of the Earth
• 11. The Current Global Situation and Outlook
• 12. Urban Living in the Country
• 13. From Organic to Biodynamic
• 14. Climate Change, Ecology and the Energy Transition PART V: Challenges and Issues for a New Humanism
• 15. Crisis in Health and Society
• 16. Big Brother
• 17. Life Lessons
• 18. New Challenges for Religions
• 19. New Challenges for Politics
• 20. A New Paradigm APPENDICES Bibliography TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS Structure of thought Spiritual breakthrough Pyramid of Transcendence The circles of friendship The Living Agriculture Spiral Environmental and Energy Transition Pyramid Pyramid of a better world.
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"Huge champion of organic and biodynamic wine making." -Simon Mayo Radio Show Gerard Bertrand decided he wished to relate his life journey and share his commitment to nature. Drawing on his experience as both a wine grower and a business leader, he demonstrates how the harmony of ecosystems, respect for nature and the preservation of living soils can be the pillars of a new paradigm, creating the conditions for a more balanced life and bringing hope for future generations. In this book, he also analyses how society is changing, and invites the reader to put fear aside and "dare" - in spite of the prevailing climate - to practice altruism, brotherhood, and an opening of the heart.
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