Author: Jan Axelso
Publisher: Lakeview Research
Keywords: ports, complete, com, systems, guides, series, embedded, usb, port, serial, virtual
Number of Pages: 380
Published: 2007-12-01
List price: $39.95
ISBN-10: 193144806X
ISBN-13: 9781931448062
PC COM ports, USB virtual COM ports, and ports in embedded systems are all addressed in this updated guide to programming, interfacing, and using serial ports. Topics include using .NETâ??s SerialPort class for COM-port communications on PCs; upgrading existing RS-232 designs to USB or wireless networks; and creating serial networks of embedded systems and PCs. Example circuits and code provide a quick start to projects. Installation and maintenance staff will also find tips for ensuring reliable operation and problem tracking.
Author: Kay Showker
Publisher: Globe Pequot
Keywords: caribbean, ports, passengers, series, cruise, regions, eastern, southern, guide
Number of Pages: 432
Published: 2006-03-01
List price: $17.95
ISBN-10: 0762738855
ISBN-13: 9780762738854
Cruise expert Kay Showker’s details how to plan a carefree vacation at sea and in port in the Eastern and Southern regions of the Caribbean. Drawn from personal experience, the author includes essential information on shore excursions and shares practical advice on selecting and buying a cruise.
Author: Amin Maalouf
Publisher: Random House UK
Keywords: ports
Number of Pages: 224
Published: 2001-07-01
List price: $13.95
ISBN-10: 186046890X
ISBN-13: 9781860468902
The struggles in the Levant after World War II are brought painfully to life in this delicate, compassionate novel. Ossyane, a young Lebanese of both aristocratic Ottoman and humble Armenian origins, goes to Montpellier, France, to study away from the burden of his liberal father’s revolutionary ambitions. World War II breaks out and Ossyane is drawn into the Resistance, where he meets Clara, who is Jewish. He returns to Beirut and, despite the obvious obstacles, to a happy marriage with Clara. The Jewish-Muslim couple move to Haifa, but if one war has made a hero out of Ossyane, anot
Author: Jack Vance
Publisher: Tor Books
Keywords: ports, lurulu
Number of Pages: 208
Published: 2007-02-06
List price: $15.99
ISBN-10: 0312872798
ISBN-13: 9780312872793
Rejoin Myron Tany and the crew of the space freighter Glicca as they ply their way from planet to planet, star to star, and adventure to adventure. Each of them is there by chance, and each has a secret quest. From one world to the next, they will chase their dreams of revenge and fulfillment.
Author: J. Carmichael
Publisher: Institution of Civil Engineers
Keywords: congress, ports, international, change, global
Number of Pages: 208
Published: 2000-01-17
List price: unknow
ISBN-10: 0727728288
ISBN-13: 9780727728289
The proceedings will be of interest to all those involved in the promotion, design, construction, procurement and operation of port facilities at all levels. Particular attention is given to the most recent developments in design and construction methods and how these must be economically integrated with operational requirements and environmental considerations.
Author: Thomas A. Henschel
Publisher: Mile High Publishing & Graphics
Keywords: anchorages, amp, ports, keys, florida
Number of Pages: 80
Published: 2003-12
List price: $29.95
ISBN-10: 0970406827
ISBN-13: 9780970406828
This is the only Florida Keys book that features full page color aerial photographs and text of the most popular ports of call and anchorages throughout this famed chain of islands presented in a coffee-table styled book that are useful for navigation or a memento of a special vacation.
Author: Hans Agerschou
Publisher: Thomas Telford, Ltd
Keywords: terminals, marine, ports, design, planning
Number of Pages: 384
Published: 2004-02
List price: $182.00
ISBN-10: 0727732242
ISBN-13: 9780727732248
Following from the success of the first edition, written by a collection of eminent figures in the field, this new edition continues to look at the rational planning for port facilities requirements (berths, storage and cargo handling equipment), organizations, management and operations with relation to planning and design of ports and marine terminals. Taking into account the rapid decrease in throughput due to containerization and the subsequent conversion of cargo berths for other uses, such as multi-purpose and container terminals, this book looks at data regarding natural conditions for s
