Adrian k mercer (8 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. What if Iran's military doctrine cannot be understood through conventional Western strategic theory alone?In The Sacred Shield, Adrian K. Mercer offers a rigorous examination of how Shi'a political theology and statecraft intersect to shape the Islamic Republic's military architecture. Moving beyond caricatures of irrational zealotry or simple realpolitik, this book argues that Iran's defense strategy represents a deliberate synthesis of geography, historical memory, and religious doctrine.From the Battle of Karbala to the Iran-Iraq War, from the institutional rise of the IRGC to the doctrine of Forward Defense, this work traces the evolution of a hybrid model of asymmetric warfare designed for survival under sanctions and systemic isolation.The book examines: - The theological foundations of Velayat-e Faqih and strategic patience- The dual structure of the Artesh and the IRGC- The development of missile and drone deterrence- Proxy networks and the "Axis of Resistance"- The economic foundations of the resistance economy- The U.S.-Iran confrontation and gray-zone escalationDrawing on constitutional texts, military doctrine, policy analysis, and historical scholarship, The Sacred Shield presents Iran not as an anomaly, but as a coherent strategic actor operating under a distinct political theology.This is essential reading for policymakers, security analysts, scholars of Middle Eastern studies, and readers seeking to understand one of the most complex defense systems in the modern world. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Chemical Reactor Design in Practice is a comprehensive, problem-solving guide for students, lecturers, researchers, process engineers, and technical professionals who want to understand how chemical reactors are analysed, selected, designed, operated, and scaled up.Rather than presenting equations without context, this book explains the reasoning behind each design decision. Readers are guided from fundamental concepts-including stoichiometry, material balances, reaction rates, conversion, yield, and selectivity-to advanced topics such as catalytic reactor design, non-ideal flow, heat and mass transfer, numerical modelling, process control, reactor safety, sustainability, and industrial scale-up.Inside, you will discover how to: - Develop and apply chemical reaction-rate expressions- Design batch, continuous stirred-tank, plug-flow, and packed-bed reactors- Perform material and energy-balance calculations- Analyse complex, reversible, catalytic, and multiple-reaction systems- Evaluate residence-time distribution and non-ideal reactor behaviour- Use spreadsheets, numerical methods, and programming for reactor modelling- Address thermal runaway, pressure drop, catalyst deactivation, and operational risks- Move confidently from laboratory data to pilot-plant and commercial-scale design- Compare reactor alternatives using safety, economic, and sustainability criteriaThe book also features worked examples, engineering illustrations, practical design procedures, review questions, case studies, calculation checks, tables, a glossary, and a detailed index.Whether you are preparing for examinations, completing an engineering project, teaching chemical reaction engineering, or solving a real process-design problem, this book provides a clear and organised pathway from basic principles to professional reactor-design practice.Build stronger calculations. Make better design decisions. Understand how successful reactor systems work in practice.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. What if Iran's military doctrine cannot be understood through conventional Western strategic theory alone?In The Sacred Shield, Adrian K. Mercer offers a rigorous examination of how Shi'a political theology and statecraft intersect to shape the Islamic Republic's military architecture. Moving beyond caricatures of irrational zealotry or simple realpolitik, this book argues that Iran's defense strategy represents a deliberate synthesis of geography, historical memory, and religious doctrine.From the Battle of Karbala to the Iran-Iraq War, from the institutional rise of the IRGC to the doctrine of Forward Defense, this work traces the evolution of a hybrid model of asymmetric warfare designed for survival under sanctions and systemic isolation.The book examines: - The theological foundations of Velayat-e Faqih and strategic patience- The dual structure of the Artesh and the IRGC- The development of missile and drone deterrence- Proxy networks and the "Axis of Resistance"- The economic foundations of the resistance economy- The U.S.-Iran confrontation and gray-zone escalationDrawing on constitutional texts, military doctrine, policy analysis, and historical scholarship, The Sacred Shield presents Iran not as an anomaly, but as a coherent strategic actor operating under a distinct political theology.This is essential reading for policymakers, security analysts, scholars of Middle Eastern studies, and readers seeking to understand one of the most complex defense systems in the modern world. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Condición: New. Print on Demand.

Condición: New. Print on Demand.

Condición: New. Print on Demand.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Chemical Reactor Design in Practice is a comprehensive, problem-solving guide for students, lecturers, researchers, process engineers, and technical professionals who want to understand how chemical reactors are analysed, selected, designed, operated, and scaled up.Rather than presenting equations without context, this book explains the reasoning behind each design decision. Readers are guided from fundamental concepts-including stoichiometry, material balances, reaction rates, conversion, yield, and selectivity-to advanced topics such as catalytic reactor design, non-ideal flow, heat and mass transfer, numerical modelling, process control, reactor safety, sustainability, and industrial scale-up.Inside, you will discover how to: Develop and apply chemical reaction-rate expressionsDesign batch, continuous stirred-tank, plug-flow, and packed-bed reactorsPerform material and energy-balance calculationsAnalyse complex, reversible, catalytic, and multiple-reaction systemsEvaluate residence-time distribution and non-ideal reactor behaviourUse spreadsheets, numerical methods, and programming for reactor modellingAddress thermal runaway, pressure drop, catalyst deactivation, and operational risksMove confidently from laboratory data to pilot-plant and commercial-scale designCompare reactor alternatives using safety, economic, and sustainability criteriaThe book also features worked examples, engineering illustrations, practical design procedures, review questions, case studies, calculation checks, tables, a glossary, and a detailed index.Whether you are preparing for examinations, completing an engineering project, teaching chemical reaction engineering, or solving a real process-design problem, this book provides a clear and organised pathway from basic principles to professional reactor-design practice.Build stronger calculations. Make better design decisions. Understand how successful reactor systems work in practice. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…