Coral Reef Restoration Handbook

by William F. Precht (Editor)

Overview

" this book is the first to describe, in detail, the art and science of coral reef restoration. It is to be hoped that the information that can be gleaned within the pages of this book will set a path towards continued preservation of this valuable underwater treasure to be used, appreciated, and experienced for future generations."
-- Senator

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781040065402
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	05/25/2006
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	384
File size:	12 MB
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Table of Contents

Introduction. Condition Monitoring. Consumption Monitoring. Data Simplification for Life Consumption Monitoring. Data Transmission, Storage, and Retrieval. Sensors and Sensing Principles. Velocity Sensors. Acceleration Sensors. Force and Strain Sensors. Pressure Sensors, Humidity Sensors. Temperature Sensors. Gas Presence/Chemical Sensors. Proximity or Tactile Sensors. Infrared Radiation Sensors. Electromagnetic and Particulate Radiation Sensors. Solar Radiation Sensors. Fluid Flow Sensors. Acoustic Sensors.