Lu Zheng

Song Yang

Franziska Barbara Keller

Social Network Analysis: Methods and Examples is unique in providing both an introduction to the methods of social network analysis (SNA) together with illustrative studies showing its application within a growing number of the social sciences. Authors Song Yang, Franziska B. Keller and Lu Zheng use a methods that is conceptual rather than mathematical, and the applications chapters provide students with rich illustrations of how SNA is used to analyze real-life empirical network data. The first part of the book provides discussion of the connection between what SNA methods have to offer and how those methods are used in research design, data collection, and analysis. Four substantive applications chapters provide examples from work and organizations, criminal justice (including crime and delinquency, and terrorism networks), health (including sexually transmitted diseases, and obesity), and political science (including campaign fundraising networks).

Methods and Examples

Social Network Analysis

Wanqun Chen

Dehong Huo

The first book to comprehensively address the theory, kinematic modelling, numerical simulation and applications of vibration assisted machining Vibration Assisted Machining: Theory, Modelling and Applications covers all key aspects of vibration assisted machining, including cutting kinematics and dynamics, the effect of workpiece materials and wear of cutting tools. It also addresses practical applications for these techniques. Case studies provide detailed guidance on the design, modeling and testing of VAM systems. Experimental machining methods are also included, alongside considerations of state-of-the-art research developments on cutting force modeling and surface texture generation. Advances in computational modelling, surface metrology and manufacturing science over the past few decades have led to tremendous benefits for industry. This is the first comprehensive book dedicated to design, modelling, simulation and integration of vibration assisted machining system and processes, enabling wider industrial application of the technology. This book enables engineering students and professionals in manufacturing to understand and implement the latest vibration assisted machining techniques. Highlights include: Comprehensive coverage of the theory, kinematics modelling, numerical simulation and applications of vibration assisted machining (VAM) Case studies with detailed guidance on design, modelling and testing of VAM systems, as well as experimental machining methods Discussion of state-of-the-art research developments on cutting force modelling and surface texture generation Coverage of the history of VAM, its current applications and future directions for the technology Vibration Assisted Machining: Theory, Modelling and Applications provides engineering students, researchers, manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, tooling engineers, planning and application engineers and machine tool designers with the fundamentals of vibration assisted machining, along with methodologies for developing and implementing the technology to solve practical industry problems.

Theory, Modelling and Applications

Vibration Assisted Machining

Franziska B. Keller

Social Network Analysis: Methods and Examples by Song Yang, Franziska B. Keller, and Lu Zheng prepares social science students to conduct their own social network analysis (SNA) by covering basic methodological tools along with illustrative examples from various fields. This innovative book takes a conceptual rather than a mathematical approach as it discusses the connection between what SNA methods have to offer and how those methods are used in research design, data collection, and analysis. Four substantive applications chapters provide examples from politics, work and organizations, mental and physical health, and crime and terrorism studies.

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