Infrared (found 5165 titles)

What I Learned Losing a Million Dollars

Authors: Jim Paul, Brendan Moynihan
Publisher: Infrared Press
Publication date: 1994-06
ISBN: 0963579495
Pages: 190
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Price: $28.95

Customes reviews 16

what you cant find in any investment book anywhere (2010-03-25)

i came across this title reading "The Black Swan." I think i am reasonably well read in investments, but the information in this book is nowhere to be found, it is worth every penny i paid for it. Short and easy to read. And here's the deal: you can buy a million success story books, but this is the only one that talks about loosing money: how to make money, by avoiding failure- what are the traps and psychology involved. The only other book i came across that even touches on this is trader vick's first book (Secrets of a Wall Street Master). maybe some day i will sell this out of print treasure but for now its a keeper.

The "Holy Grail" of Advice (2010-01-16)

I had heard of this book over 10 years ago but never added it to my collection of trading books. Recently the title popped into my head out of the blue and I decided I had to purchase this book...as I was thinking it would be the last book I would ever need to learn about trading...and it just might be!

I have been trading off and on for over 15 years. Trading when I had capital or made some profits and not trading after I gave it all away. If you believe anything about trading and investing let it be this: trader beware as you will sooner or later give it all away.

You are probably saying, no not me or thinking you are somehow different or special and immune from losing all or most of your capital and hard earned profits. OK, I promise you that time will bring you down off of your high horse. And that is the point of staying in the trading game; to trade another day.

As this book states, you can make money in any number of ways and many of them opposite from one another. To stay in the game, you will be fighting human nature all the way. This is where this book explains quite well how we treat losses and losing which very few writings have covered in depth.

That is the "Holy Grail" as I see it...learning to control losses before they take you out of the game. This is the reason that so many wash out of the trading/investing world. Other than just taking your money out of your account, this is the only way people leave the game. Major losses force them out, not the market itself.

Forget about finding the "secret" to making profits and spend more time understanding how losses will destory your account. This book can definitely help you in this regard. As you will eventually discover, failure to control losses will knock you for a loop and it does not matter what you are trading or how you are investing.

This should be the first book you read before entering any market or making any trades. You can learn all the great methods of making money from the masters, however the other side of the coin is learning how to keep it. The choice is yours because if you choose to ignore the possibility of losing your capital, the markets will soon bring you back to earth. That is for sure and for certain.

This was an entertaing read and well worth the money. Learn the lessons of this trader and author and you will save its cost a thousand times over by protecting your capital from your own unsuspecting self.

I can't get out here; I'm losing too much. (2009-06-03)

The book has two parts: first the personal story of a trader who's eventually gone broke in a single trade and - after a short survey of authors and books in the "how to trade right" market - a second part that analyses losses in the market - an analysis which is easily projectable to other social situations where one could say something like "I can't get out here; I'm losing too much." (p.73).

I find the book interesting to read and I liked the idea to think about losses in more depth though I have the feeling that there are a lot more things to it. But to get the general idea of thinking in scenarios (which is also useful in other areas than the market) and as a starting point I would recommend this book warmly.

Planning and Decision-Making (2009-05-30)

This book provides a great narrative. It is one of the best books I have ever read. The author describes his horrifying loss in detail of $1.6 million in bean oil trading in the commodities market. He also shares some great stories from his younger life in high school, college, and post-graduate life regarding luck. The end of the book includes him reflecting on what went wrong and provides helpful tips that you can use in ANY business. In short, you must have a plan with an entry point, exit point, and time frame. This plan must be decided on BEFORE you do something. If you make the decision afterward, then you are subject to emotional decision-making because you're already involved. The worst losses come from personalizing them, or making them reflect on your self-image. Losses are a part of every business, and you just have to let your predetermined exit strategy or stop-loss plan run its course so you can leave the market without letting the loss get bigger.

The author also mentions some real life people who messed up by personalizing their business activities. These people include Henry Ford and Steve Jobs, who messed up a company called NeXT before he returned to Apple. A person who was held up as a positive example was Roberto Goizueta, the man who returned the classic formula to Coca Cola after the "New Coke" failed. He did not take the failure of New Coke as a personal loss, so he was able to succeed.

Also note that the author whose life the book revolves around, Jim Paul, was tragically killed on September 11th when he was in the World Trade Center. That was a horrifying day for many people. May God help us.

a must read (2008-11-14)

in these turbulent times, any investor must read this book before making any further investments. i have been an investor for many years; it was only after reading this excellent book that i know "get" what investing in the market is all about. this book is even more timely now than when it was written. reading this book will not guarentee you riches but it will help you become a more sophisticated investor with a much better chance of preserving your capital. very highly reccomended

Designing Embedded Hardware

Authors: John Catsoulis
Publisher: O'Reilly Media
Publication date: 2005-05-16
ISBN: 0596007558
Pages: 400
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Price: $44.95

Customes reviews 18

Great book for programmer (2009-09-01)

Well, it is not a book for experienced hardware engineers. But it is a Great book for the programmers in the embedded system team.
The author short introduce the basic of electronics, power, and SPI bus, I2C bus, UART serial port in the beginning. Unfortunately, he talks too little of IrDA, USB, CAN bus in the middle of this book. Though the ICs he used is seldom seem in Taiwan, and you cannot establish a embedded system after reading it. Anyway, it is very useful for the programmer to know the business of the hardware engineers. I think the programmers should got one.
I love the latter of this book. The author briefly introduce (Microchip) PIC, (ATMEL) AVR, (Motorolla) 68HC11, (Dallas) MAXQ, (Motorola) DSP6800/68000 CPU from chapter 14 to 19.
Most important is that he Clearly explain what the "memory management unit (MMU)" exactly be done in the electronic element and scheme. Most software programmer learn the MMU from Linux kernel -system call, and have no idea of what it works in the electronic scheme/ICs. The author show you these things quite frankly.
It is great!

Pretty good! (2009-05-02)

I bought this book just after reading "Getting started with Arduino" - hoping that this book would enhance my knowledge enough that I would not break everything I plug into the Arduino with its Atmel Microcontroller.

Sofar it has been great. I have a degree in Computer Science, so some of the "This is a microprocessor, this is what makes it up" stuff was redundant for me, but this will not be the case for everyone.

The "Electronics 101" section is really helping me a lot - I don't have to pester my EE friend with nearly as many questions!

Not for anyone but REAL beginner (2006-11-07)

All of the topics could be easily found by a google search in much more details. The only good point after reading this book : a beginner knows how to pick from the smorgasbord of the Net.

Pretty useless for Engineers, even beginner Engineers already in the trade. And the book is not cheap !

Good book but low level (2006-06-20)

I am a Firmware Engineer currently but have a degree in Electrical Engineering so I felt this book would help me relate my Electrical experience to the Firmware world. I was disappointed when I realized how basic this book was. They dedicate a full chapter to basic voltage, resister, capacitor, etc concepts. Even with no on the job experience outside of school I found almost nothing that I did not already know. It is good for people who need to learn the basics but if you have any computer architecture experience or electrical engineering experience then this book is not for you.

Good book on hardware common to embedded systems (2005-12-16)

This is a practical introduction to embedded hardware, so to write software for the hardware presented in this book, you will need to consult other books. This book is only an introduction and if you want to gain more knowledge and experience in the field of hardware design, further study is required. In the first part of the book the author gives an introduction to computer architecture and describes the components that you find in a PC. The author goes on to explain basic electronics, just enough to understand the explanations about the electronic components. There are the basic equations to calculate voltage and current. The functionality of resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes and crystals is explained. There is advice on how you can build or have built your own integrated circuit board. Some simple microprocessors and micro controllers are described including the currently available and commonly used PIC and AVR micro controllers, the 68000-series microprocessor and a DSP based controller. The functionality of the components is described and it is shown how the component can be used with a few other basic components to exercise a minimum of functionality. The book also covers useful topics like the protocols SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) and I2C, Inter Integrated Circuit, which show how components can communicate with each other or the outside world. Various serial port and network protocols are discussed like RS232C and USB. Chapter 13 was particularly interesting, covering analog to digital conversion and applications. For example, the book explains how to use an amplifier to connect a digital circuit to a temperature or light sensor, or a motor control. The one thing I did not like about the book was the dedication of an entire chapter to the ancient language of Forth. This space might have been better spent on expanding the book's discussion of assembly language or the more timely topic of embedded networks.
This book might be too elementary for practicing engineers, particularly if they are already familiar with the devices commonly used in embedded circuits. However, for those engineers that have been writing software since they graduated, this book is a good fast-paced introduction to the hardware commonly found in embedded systems. A good follow-on to this book is "Programming Embedded Systems with C and C++" by the same publisher.

Digital Infrared Photography (Photo Workshop)

Authors: Deborah Sandidge
Publisher: Wiley
Publication date: 2009-05-26
ISBN: 047040521X
Pages: 256
Rating:
Price: $39.99

"Digital Infrared Photography," an all new guide that illustrates and explores the enchantingly beautiful world of infrared images.

By simply adding a filter to the camera lens, or using a converted camera, digital photographers can capture infrared (IR) images featuring expressive skies, dramatic clouds, and intriguing white foliage. Illustrated with hundreds of striking IR images taken from around the world, this unique guide shows photographers how to get started and get creative with IR. Each chapter covers IR basics as well as imaginative techniques that produce eye-catching images. Subjects such as long exposures, multiple exposures, and image enhancement with hand coloring, mirroring, toning, and layering as well as HDR, Photomerge, and other creative Photoshop techniques are illustrated and explained in easily understood detail. The book also includes an inspirational gallery showcasing IR work from top photographers such as Kathleen Carr, Joe Farace, and Lewis Kemper, and engages the reader with interactive online end-of-chapter assignments.

Deborah Sandidge is a professional award winning photographer, highly skilled in her ability to artistically capture unique images of birds, wildlife, landscapes, and scenic areas of the world. Her photos continue to be featured in many gallery exhibits and events such as PhotoExpo Plus, MacWorld, and PMA. Her work has also appeared in several instructional books, magazines, and calendars. Deborah is co-founder and Creative Director of the League of Creative Infrared Photographers, an online group of photographers who do innovative and creative infrared work. Deborah is a guest instructor at the Harmon School of Photography in Orlando. She frequently teaches workshops and does specialized presentations on creative photography.

Customes reviews 18

This is a whole new approach for me. (2010-08-15)

I only knew about infrared "effects" in Photoshop, before. Deb's book is clear and helps illuminate this exciting way of shooting, as well as general shooting tips. I can't wait to try it!

Developing Infrared Images not very helpful (2010-06-02)

This book is more about how to take photographs than Infrared Photography. Very little information on how to "develop" your images. I was expecting more detailed PS developing techniques with examples of layers used, etc. The time of day when the example photos were shot would have been helpful.
Also, too much third party software discussion.

Definetely worth the money! (2010-03-27)

Recently I started getting into digital IR photography. I got most of the basic information about IR photo shooting and simple RAW image conversion from the internet first. But I realized pretty soon that I wanted to gain more detailed knowledge of IR photography and the conversion of photos in software programs like PS. I screened several available books about IR photography published in the past few years and finally decided to get the one from D. Sandidge. It turned out to be an excellent choice: I was afraid that this book will focus endlessly on very basic principles but this is definetely not the case. The book is written for more professional users of DSLR cameras, which are either fully converted for IR or just by adding filters onto lenses to achive the same or similar effects. The book is full of very good examples of IR photographies supporting the context in the chapters. I gained a lot from the more advanced workshop chapters including HDR with IR photographies and merging color/IR photos. The book is a wonderful summary of creative IR possibilities which can be achieved with digital SLR cameras and the right software processing afterwards. The book is extremely well written, and the workshop steps are clearly defined (bold print to find the specific menus in the programs). Screenshots support those step-by-step tutorials.
The only negative remark I can make is the focus on mostly commercially available software filters in the last few book chapters. It is not stated clearly in the book that those software filters are no freeware and need to be purchased seperately. Here I wish the author would have mostly stayed with the available PS program filters or referring to freeware filter plugins. But this is a minor issue. Overall I can highly recommend this book since it will open up a complete new way to do creative photography.

IR/Photoshop for beginners (2009-12-31)

This book was easy to read, cover-to-cover, in less than 90 minutes. In the balance, its total content seemed represent more of a beginner's (i.e first timer's) Photoshop how-to book than an in-depth resource on infra red (IR)photography. I was put off by its very simplistic presentational style, and would not recommend it to an intermediate level photographer. While I gained a few useful tips from reading it, I found more useful material by spending 90 minutes on the internet.

Best, but ... (2009-12-29)

This is the best infrared photography book I have ever read. The practical approach makes things easily implemented and the way the author describes things is excellent. People can have different style, but the way I read and understand things fit her style.

However I personally think that the book is too wide, covering everything from the floor to the ceiling in one book. I do know and do not want to spend my money for things I can find freely on the net. Lighting technicality which creates infrared, conversion versus filter, etc. are things I do not want to read. Other photography techniques such as composition, focusing, and lighting are better covered by many books, and, when you jump into infrared, most possibly you have mastered your DSLR.

The only thing that I need is digital post processing which unfortunately only take a small fraction of this book. It just does not fair to buy a book for reading only 10% of it.

Molecular Vibrations: The Theory of Infrared and Raman Vibrational Spectra

Authors: Edgar Bright Wilson, J.C. Decius, Paul C. Cross
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication date: 1980-03-01
ISBN: 048663941X
Pages: 388
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Price: $16.95

A pedagogical classic and an essential reference for anyone engaged in research in molecular spectroscopy, focusing on the mathematics involved in detailed vibrational analyses of polyatomic molecules. Leads the reader gradually from application of wave mechanics to potential functions and methods of solving the secular determinant. 16 appendices.

Customes reviews 7

Molecular Vibrations (2010-03-19)

Quick delivery. Quality product. Great source of technical information. I am very happy with this purchase.

a must for vibrational analysis (2009-01-09)

There is no cheaper book devoted to elementary vibrational analysis. A must-read for quantum chemists.

A Classical Book (2007-06-15)

This is a classical book on the subject of molecular vibrations. People interested in molecular spectroscopy or Quantum Chemistry should read it. Excellent book!

probably the best book about molecular vibration (2006-03-02)

It is probably the best book about molecular vibrations, cited in many other books.
It treats complex arguments with rigour but at the same time it is able to explain them clearly.

very good... (2001-12-05)

In this one, Wilson writes definitively, math/scientifically, and with sincerity of purpose. Don't get confused by the word 'theory.' There's as much math in here as Born and Wolf's P of O. The only diffenrence is Wilson's is much more algebra-based. The mathematics (i.e. isomorphs) is 'taught', without breaking the flow, and is not assumed that you know the stuff already--- or can find it somewhere else. This book stands out because there is more science in here than names of scientists, and his references are for real. I would also say it was unique because books with titles like 'Molecular Vibrations' are usually skipped over for titles like 'mechanics' or 'quantum theory.' Spectroscopy was a major advancement in science, and it is good to see it skillfully treated with enlightening clarity.

Infrared Detectors and Systems (Wiley Series in Pure and Applied Optics)

Authors: E. L. Dereniak, G. D. Boreman
Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
Publication date: 1996-04
ISBN: 0471122092
Pages: 561
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Price: $199.95

This text covers the range of subjects necessary for the understanding of modern infrared-imaging systems at a level appropriate for seniors or first-year graduate students in physics or electrical engineering. The first six chapters focus on fundamental background issues of radiation detection, beginning with the basics of geometrical optics and finishing with a discussion of the figures of merit used for describing the signal-to-noise performance of a detector system. Other topics include radiometry and flux-transfer issues, basic radiation-detector mechanisms, and random-process mathematics.

The presentation then moves on to specific detector technologies and the fundamental mechanisms of detection, paying special attention to responsivity and noise performance. Devices discussed include photovoltaic detectors, photoconductive detectors, thermal detectors, Schottky-barrier diodes, and bandgap-engineered photodetectors via multiple quantum wells and superlattices.

The book concludes with a close look at infrared detection systems and related issues. In the discussion of infrared search systems, the range equation is developed in terms of the optical and detector parameters of the system. A separate chapter is devoted to modulation transfer function, a spatial-frequency-domain description of image quality. The final chapter describes the design equations for thermal-imager systems in terms of noise-equivalent temperature difference and minimum resolvable temperature.

Supported and clarified by 470 illustrations and accompanied by an extensive glossary of the nomenclature, this is an excellent text for graduate and senior level courses in radiometry and infrared detectors. It is also a valuable reference for practicing engineers involved in the use, design, analysis, and testing of infrared detector-based systems.

Infrared Detectors and Systems is a complete, accessible, and timely exposition of a technology whose applications are increasingly important and widespread. Based on courses presented by two of the field's leading figures, this book provides extensive coverage of the background and fundamentals of radiation detection and goes on to examine specific technologies and systems in depth and, in some cases, for the first time in print.

Technologies discussed include

• Photovoltaic detectors
• Photoconductive detectors
• Thermal detectors
• Schottky-barrier diodes
• Bandgap-engineered photodetectors via multiple quantum wells and superlattices

Supplemented with 470 illustrations and a complete glossary of the nomenclature, this is the ideal text for senior- and graduate-level courses in radiometry and optical detection.

Customes reviews 2

this book belongs on your shelf (2006-11-18)

I quite like this book.
For example, it has a very nice discussion of radiometry. It even has sample questions so that you can verify your understanding.
On a number of topics, it has a clear discussion that has enough depth that you will not need additional references. This includes the ideas of NEP and detector noise.

superlattices and heterostructures (2005-03-30)

The authors give a comprehensive and still very up to date summary of the entire field of infrared detectors. Both experimentalists and theorists can benefit from the text. All the major detector types are covered, with clear explanations of their underlying principles.

The early chapters on basic device physics could perhaps have been omitted or shortened. The rest of the book assumes a readership that is at least at the graduate level, and who should surely know the early material.

The book also explains the latest ideas in the field of superlattices and quantum heterostructure design. This started in the 1980s and has produced quite useful devices.

Digital Infrared Photography

Authors: Cyrill Harnischmacher
Publisher: Rocky Nook
Publication date: 2008-08-22
ISBN: 1933952350
Pages: 112
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Price: $24.95

Customes reviews 9

Great Instructions for Beginners (2010-07-24)

I have been involved in Infrared Photography for a long time haveing converted three digital cameras to permanent Infrared capability. This book is a great primer for those novices wanting to learn about this medium. Since I instruct our large camera club in both photography and photoshop I am looking for aids that will explain the questions our members have asked about.

After I read this book I gave it to two club members that indicated an interest in Infrared but have never pursued it. Both said the book was enlightening in the basics and both are now involved in Infrared Photography; one using filters and one converting a DSLR.

The book is well produced and well illustrated and I would recommend it to any starting out in this medium.

Barely adequate book (2009-11-30)

Indifferently translated from the original German, this book doesn't tell you much about the techniques of producing and displaying infrared images from a digital camera. There are others out there that do a much more complete job. Keep on looking....

Digital Infared handbook (2009-11-28)

Absolutely beautiful photo illustrations. Very good explanation of the ups and downs of doing infrared photography in a digital format. Does not teach you everything possible but gets you excited enough to want to do more with this fantastic media.

Great for beginners. Nice reference for seasoned IR shooters. (2009-11-09)

The infrared spectrum of light lies just beyond what we can see as humans. For some, infrared photography has been just as elusive and mysterious. While capturing this invisible light has been possible for years, the process has been steeped in tedium, expense and unpredictable results. Because of these reasons, many photographers have only dipped their toes in this beautiful medium, or avoided it altogether. The digital photography revolution has rendered this unique art form much more accessible, and simpler, than in the analog photography days.

Cyrill Harnischmacher's Digital Infrared Photography smoothly carries you through the process of creating breath- taking digital infrared images. The author correctly states in the introduction, "Even though the advance of digital technology represents a simplification in comparison to using analog photography, it would be wrong to assume that infrared photography is quick and easy." But the book certainly makes it much, much easier.

The book starts with a concise explanation of infrared theory and enough on the physics of infrared light to allow for a basic understanding. We quickly move to equipment, and this section will be especially helpful to beginners, as the author weighs the pros and cons of the myriad of camera, filter and lens choices (and methods for each) for capturing infrared images.

We move inside the camera for the unique technical aspects of shooting infrared (white balance, exposure and settings) and start to look through the viewfinder (composing the shot). A seasoned photographer may wonder why the author goes through such basic elements, like composing and setting up shots, to an audience with presumably some knowledge of photography. But there are some unique concerns in infrared compositioning, compared to visible light photography, which the author deftly explains.

The last part of the book covers the digital darkroom. This section will not only be invaluable to beginners, it is a great reference for experienced infrared shooters. There is no one "right" way to process infrared images. This is truly a fine artists medium and there are literally endless processing methods. But infrared images aren't very appealing right out of the camera, so they MUST be processed. The author gives a few clearly defined, step-by- step methods (using Adobe Photoshop) for processing black and white and false color images.

Add in some basics about infrared studio lighting, tabletop, and macro shooting, and Digital Infrared Photography is an excellent introduction for beginners, yet has enough valuable reference to be useful for experienced shooters as well. No matter what level of photographer you may be, you will at least be inspired by the wonderful samples of infrared images presented throughout the book (the author smartly includes EXIF data in each caption too!).

There is one mistake in the book that I must point out. The author states that hotspots are not a problem in modified cameras (cameras with internal blocking filters removed to allow infrared light to pass to the sensor). I have a modified camera and hotspots are most certainly prevalent with many lenses. If you have your camera modified, there are lists of good and bad lenses floating around the Internet. There is nothing worse than purchasing an expensive new lens for your infrared modified camera, only to find out every shot has a hotspot!

- Chad Gordon

An item of choice for photography libraries strong in special techniques and options (2009-01-16)

As far back as the 1960s photographers have experimented with analog infrared photography; but digital cameras and techniques have introduced new options for infrared photographers and thus Digital Infrared Photography is key for any who would understand how to capture such images. From theory to details on cameras, filters, and shooting in infrared, this is an item of choice for photography libraries strong in special techniques and options.

Infrared and Raman Characteristic Group Frequencies: Tables and Charts

Authors: George Socrates
Publisher: Wiley
Publication date: 2004-04-09
ISBN: 0470093072
Pages: 366
Rating:
Price: $150.00

The third edition of this highly successful manual is not only a revised text but has been extended to meet the interpretive needs of Raman users as well as those working in the IR region. The result is a uniquely practical, comprehensive and detailed source for spectral interpretation. Combining in one volume, the correlation charts and tables for spectral interpretation for these two complementary techniques, this book will be of great benefit to those using or considering either technique.
In addition to the new Raman coverage the new edition offers:
* new section on macromolecules including synthetic polymers and biomolecules;
* expansion of the section on NIR (near infrared region) to reflect recent growth in this area;
* extended chapter on inorganic compounds including minerals and glasses;
* redrawn and updated charts plus a number of new charts covering data new to this edition.
This new edition will be invaluable in every industrial, university, government and hospital laboratory where infrared (FT-IR) and Raman spectral data need to be analysed.

Customes reviews 1

good reference book (2009-06-02)

I work as an analytical chemist mainly using IR and Raman for unknown identification and for studying various chemical reactions.

This book, together with the The Handbook of Infrared and Raman Characteristic Frequencies of Organic Molecules by Lin~Vien, are the two books that I use almost on a daily base. With the electronic IR/Raman library becoming more and more popular, it is no longer necessary for your to remember all the peak frequencies/intensity. But having a book that compiles all the group frequencies and explains how the various chemical environments could affect the vibrational modes is a must-have if you are a serious vibrational spectroscopist.

i usually use this book for quick reference of the charts or look up a band at a particular frequency. When I want a systematic description of a particular modes or a class of molecules, I would use the book from Lin-Vien. But both book contain both (charts and texts/description/explanation). This book looks more modern and slightly better-organized.

CWTS Certified Wireless Technology Specialist Study Guide (Exam PW0-070)

Authors: Tom Carpenter
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
Publication date: 2009-10-01
ISBN: 0071615342
Pages: 656
Price: $49.99

A comprehensive study guide for the new, entry-level wireless credential from the CWNP program

Written by a wireless networking expert and instructor, this study guide offers complete coverage of all objectives for the brand-new Certified Wireless Technology Specialist exam. CWTS certification is an ideal entry point for IT professionals intersted in enterprise WLAN certification, and targets both WLAN sales and support staff for the enterprise WLAN industry.

CWTS Certified Wireless Technology Specialist Study Guide is an ideal integrated study system, featuring step-by-step exercises and self-tests in every chapter. The book contains more than 180 practice questions--which match the actual exam in content and tone-as well as detailed explanations of answers.

Infrared Spectral Interpretation: A Systematic Approach

Authors: Brian C. Smith
Publisher: CRC Press
Publication date: 1998-12-10
ISBN: 0849324637
Pages: 288
Rating:
Price: $159.95

This author's second volume introduces basic principles of interpreting infrared spectral data, teaching its readers to make sense of the data coming from an infrared spectrometer. Contents include spectra and diagnostic bands for the more common functional groups as well as chapters on polyester spectra and interpretation aids.Discussions include:oscience of infrared interpretationolight and molecular vibrationsohow and why molecules absorb infrared radiationopeak heights, intensities, and widthsohydrocarbons, carbonyl groups, and molecules with C-N bondsopolymers and inorganic moleculesothe use of atlases, library searching, spectral subtraction, and the Internet in augmenting interpretationEach chapter presents an introduction to the nomenclature and structure of a specific functional group and proceeds with the important diagnostic bands for each group.Infrared Spectral Interpretation serves both novices and experienced practitioners in this field.

Customes reviews 4

The best book I've ever read on IR interpretation! (2009-10-28)

I've been doing Infrared Spectroscopy for nearly 30 years and have read many books on the subject. I've found this book to be the best by far! It covers the important information without losing the reader in an endless myriad of details and complex chemistry which I've found to be the case with many other books. I have taken organic chemistry but am not an organic chemist. This book made it easy for me to learn to identify the important peaks and has made a significant difference in my ability to interpret spectra. I highly recommend it!

pretty good book for interpreting spectrum (2008-07-23)

This is not an introductory book on workings of FTIR.
However, the book contain many example spectrums of commonly encountered polymers. Each example shows the spectrum as result of the individual chemical bonds.
When mixing of chemicals prevents automatic spectrum search, the book is a good starting point for analyzing the chemical content.

A Comment From the Author (2001-02-08)

I apologize for rating my own book, but it was the only way I could get a comment placed on the book's webpage.

I feel compelled to respond, point by point, to the poor rating the reviewer from NY, NY has given my book.

Reviewer: "The representation of spectra is of very poor quality and appears as images printed on a dot-matrix printer or a plotter."

Response: All spectra were printed on a modern, 600 DPI, laser printer. All spectra are plotted in landscape format (parallel to the book's binding) to maximize the size of the spectrum for easy viewing. Peak positions are clearly marked, and the assignment of relevant peaks is included in a table at the bottom of each spectrum. The chemical structure and formula for each compound is clearly marked. I have given much thought to the format and layout of the spectra in the book to supply the most information in an easy-to-read format.

Reviewer: "Nowhere does the author provide an example of how to use his systematic approach to interpret spectra or expound on why these steps are critical."

Response: There are 33 problem spectra in the book. The solution to these problems, including a complete chemical structure and table with correct peak assignments, is given in Appendix II of the book (pages 208 to 242). Each one of these problem solutions is an example of the systematic approach to interpretation I discuss in Chapter 1, and the importance of the steps is expounded upon in detail in these problem solutions as well. Any reader who works through the problems will discover this.

Reviewer: "The author takes a "no math" approach and in addition to limiting the rigor of the material he makes several misleading statements in his explanation of molecular vibrations and vibrational spectra."

Response: There is plenty of math in the book, there are 16 equations in Chapter 1 alone, which support the discussion of RELEVANT theory. There is no calculus or matrix algebra in the book...intentionally. One does not need to know how to design a transmission to drive a car. By analogy: One does not need a knowledge of advanced mathematics to be able to interpret infrared spectra. I have included as much rigor as I think is necessary for the intended audience to be able to interpret spectra. I gladly refer readers to more advanced books if they want more details on theory. As far as technical errors are concerned, the entire book has been reviewed by several people in this field, and is as free of technical errors as I can make it. If the reviewer believes there are technical errors in the book, I would be happy to discuss those with him. My e-mail address is printed in the front of the book.

In Conclusion... Thousands of students have used this book in the short courses I teach for a living. Their response to the book is overwhelmingly enthusiastic and positive...and I have the course evaluation forms to back this up. Seasoned academics may not care for my approach to the subject, but my experience with my students convinces me that for its intended audience, this book serves its purpose well.

In closing, another unsolicited third party review:

"This clearly written book...is a useful addition...Smith's approach is practical; a short theoretical introduction is followed by chapters on compounds...plus a good index and glossary. A generous assortment of illustrations of spectra and problems with solutions..." H. Goldwhite, Cal-State Los Angeles -Choice Magazine, June 1999

Not ready for prime time (2001-01-18)

This book is in its first edition and originated from a short course the author has taught for six years. This text is targeted at the laboratory technician or undergraduate that currently has little or no familiarity with infrared spectroscopy, but needs to interpret spectra. The author takes a "no math" approach and in addition to limiting the rigor of the material he makes several misleading statements in his explanation of molecular vibrations and vibrational spectra. Nowhere does the author provide an example of how to use his systematic approach to interpret spectra or expound on why these steps are critical. The representation of spectra is of very poor quality and appears as images printed on a dot-matrix printer or a plotter. While the author's short course may be mature, its representation in this text is not. The model he presents is sound in principle, but it should be reinforced throughout the material to illustrate the art of spectral interpretation. There are other more comprehensive texts on interpreting vibrational spectra currently available which remain a better resource for both novice and seasoned spectroscopists.

Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometry (Chemical Analysis: A Series of Monographs on Analytical Chemistry and Its Applications)

Authors: Peter Griffiths, James A. De Haseth
Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
Publication date: 2007-04-25
ISBN: 0471194042
Pages: 560
Rating:
Price: $130.00

A bestselling classic reference, now expanded and updated to cover the latest instrumentation, methods, and applications

The Second Edition of Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometry brings this core reference up to date on the uses of FT-IR spectrometers today. The book starts with an in-depth description of the theory and current instrumentation of FT-IR spectrometry, with full chapters devoted to signal-to-noise ratio and photometric accuracy. Many diverse types of sampling techniques and data processing routines, most of which can be performed on even the less expensive instruments, are then described. Extensively updated, the Second Edition:
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Discusses improvements in optical components
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Features a full chapter on FT Raman Spectrometry
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Contains new chapters that focus on different ways of measuring spectra by FT-IR spectrometry, including fourteen chapters on such techniques as microspectroscopy, internal and external reflection, and emission and photoacoustic spectrometry
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Includes a new chapter introducing the theory of vibrational spectrometry
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Organizes material according to sampling techniques


Designed to help practitioners using FT-IR capitalize on the plethora of techniques for modern FT-IR spectrometry and plan their experimental procedures correctly, this is a practical, hands-on reference for chemists and analysts. It's also a great resource for students who need to understand the theory, instrumentation, and applications of FT-IR.

Customes reviews 4

Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometry (2010-03-09)

If you want a single book to learn how and why FT-IR spectrometers work, this is your best bet. I upgraded to the second edition because my first edition was falling apart after 20 years. I bought the print edition because I didn't like the way the Kindle edition displayed the diagrams, spectra, and other figures.

The authors are highly-regarded practitioners and professors of applied spectroscopy, and they present a wide and deep enough scope of applicable technique to provide a great deal of useful reference material. It's a most useful book. If you want another single book to learn how to interpret FT-IR spectra buy "Introduction to Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy" by Colthup, Daly, and Wiberley, another one I have used for years.

Good Book (2008-06-15)

I work in semiconductor industry and use FTIR for in line metrology. This book was recommended by the vendor of the FTIR which we have and seems to be a good read. Have a good description of the Hardware required for FTIR and is complemented by spectroscopic studies of different materials.

FTIR Bible (2000-09-30)

This is a great reference for anyone designing or using FTIR instruments. This book is really intended for the advanced users and is worth the price. The only major drawback is that it is getting a little dated.

The book is really geared to the chemist, however, additional material on alignment techniques and a more complete and jointed discussion on design trade-offs and instrument characterization would make it much more useful to other users.

Bottom line: It is still a great reference

The Classic Reference on FTIR (2000-09-01)

This book is the Bible of FTIR, written by the twin gods of FTIR, Griffiths and DeHaseth. It contains as complete an introduction to the theory and practice of this field as is available. Anyone who wants a detailed understanding of this field, and in particular how FTIRs work, should own this book. However...there are 2 reasons why I gave the book 4 stars instead of 5.

1. The book is written at a rather advanced level, and is full of mathematics. For doctorate level scientists and engineers this is fine, but it blows away anyone without the appropriate math and science background. As a result, beginners to the field are often times frustrated with this book. The book is more approriate for instrument designers and lab managers than it is for the average technician running spectra.

2. The book was written in 1986, and parts of it are terribly outdated. Not surprisingly, discussions of specific computers, software, and instruments were outdated years ago. Things that the book predicts will happen, have long ago come to pass. Certain important new developments, such as IR Microscopy, FT-Raman, and new applications of Step Scanning, are totally missing. Come on guys...its time for a new edition.

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