Books published by Gordon & Breach Science Publishers SA

First published in 1985. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

This text investigates two systems: firstly, co-operating distributed grammar systems; secondly, parallel communicating grammar systems, where each grammar works on its own sequential form and co-operation is achieved by means of communicating between grammars.

A record of the photovoltaic effect in ferro- and piezoelectric crystals and its uses. In this book the authors have filled the gap between the photorefractive and ferroelectric communities. As applications for these materials are developed, this book should provide a useful reference.

This book contains the major works of Ivan Georgievich Petrowsky on systems of partial differential equations and algebraic geometry. The articles are of crucial importance for the topology of real algebraic manifolds and are the source of intensive development of theory of real algebraic manifolds.

This text offers a geometrical treatment of observational cosmology from the concepts of the theory of dynamical systems. Since mathematical techniques are not a familiar tool in this field, a summary of the ideas of differential geometry, ergodic theory and catastrophe theory is included.

Provides a comprehensive introduction to module theory and the related part of ring theory, including original results as well as more recent work. The text starts from a basic understanding of linear algebra, the theory is presented, accompanied by proofs.

A complete survey of the science and technology of wine-making, this book offers readers a guided tour through the production, cultivation, evaluation and distribution of high quality wine.

Outlining the fundamentals of phenomenological transfer theory, this text provides a medium statistical wave treatment of radiative transport processes.

Evaluating the cost of acquiring major pieces of equipment also necessitates costing their life maintenance. Providing coverage of recent advances in this field, this book covers such topics as reliability improvement warranty, computer hardware/software costing, and reliability engineering.

A textbook specifically aimed at undergraduate students in mechanical, aerospace, chemical and civil engineering, as well as physics and chemistry. Areas covered in the text include chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, deflagrations, and detonations in premixed media.

A textbook on linear algebra and geometry covering a wide range of classical and modern topics. It illustrates the many-sided applications and connections of linear algebra with functional analysis, quantum mechanics and algebraic and differential geometry.

Provides a source of critically evaluated water-quality data concerning the effects of chromium, nickel, aluminium and nitrite on freshwater fish and includes an assessment of the toxicity of mixtures. The reports cover all stages of the life cycle and relevant trophic levels.

Provides an overview of the use of the trombone in America and in seven European countries. It uses 24 reproduced texts and relevant English translations to trace its origins to the middle of the 17th century. The texts were all published between 1697 and 1811.

First Published in 1988. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.