(lica) linear Ic applications ebook free download

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Title:	Design with Operational Amplifiers and Analog Integrated Circuits
Publisher:	McGraw-Hill Science
Author:	Sergio Franco
Edition:	McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 3 edition
Format:	PDF
ISBN:	0072320842
EAN:	978-0072320848
No.ofPages:	672

Book Description:

Franco's "Design with Operational Amplifiers and Analog Integrated Circuits, 3e" is intended for a design-oriented course in applications with operational amplifiers and analog ICs. It also serves as a comprehensive reference for practicing engineers. This new edition includes enhanced pedagogy (additional problems, more in-depth coverage of negative feedback, more effective layout), updated technology (current-feedback and folded-cascode amplifiers, and low-voltage amplifiers), and increased topical coverage (current-feedback amplifiers, switching regulators and phase-locked loops). 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

SERGIO FRANCO is a professor of Electrical Engineering at San Francisco State University. He was born in Friuli, Italy,and earned his Ph.D from the university of Illinois at Urbana-champaign. Prior to becoming professor, Dr. Franco had extensive industrial experience and has worked and publised in such diverse areas as solid state phycsis,pattern reconition, electronic music, IC design,and medical, consumer and automotive electronics. Dr. Franco is also the author of the textbook Electric Circuit Fundamentals, Oxford University Press, 1995. In addition to teaching, Dr. Franco consults for industry.

FEATURES:

·        The author very effectively blends rigorous theory with real-life applications. His emphasis on the physical picture helps students develop practical insight, a key to making sound design decisions. His descriptive and straightforward writing style flows with ease for the reader.

·        Approximately 175 carefully worked examples scattered throughout the text, along with over 550 ingenious and thought-provoking end-of-chapter problems, help students develop an effective problem-solving methodology as well as sound engineering judgment.

·        The topical and pedagogical organization is designed to take the reader from the simple to the more sophisticated, using a "building block" approach to tackle more advanced systems and concepts.

·        The vast selection of topics, thorough analysis of practical circuits, and cleverly presented applications, prepare the student for employment in the real world and also serve as a precious reference for the practicing engineer.

·        The extensive use of PSpice throughout the book reflects current industrial practices.

·        www.mhhe.com/franco3 -- includes the author's FILDES software and the password-protected solutions manual for instructors to download.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 Operational Amplifier Fundamentals

Chapter 2 Circuits with Resistive Feedback
Chapter 3 Active Filters: Part I
Chapter 4 Active Filters: Part II
Chapter 5 Static Op Amp Limitations
Chapter 6 Dynamic Op Amp Limitations
Chapter 7 Noise
Chapter 8 Stability
Chapter 9 Nonlinear Circuits
Chapter 10 Signal Generators
Chapter 11 Voltage References and Regulators
Chapter 12 D-A and A-D Converters
Chapter 13 Nonlinear Amplifiers and Phase-Locked Loops  

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(mefa) Managerial Economics and Financial Analysis by ebook free download

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Title:	MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS& FINANCIAL ANALYSIS by ARYASRI
Publisher:	Tata McGraw-Hill
Author:	Aryasri, A
Edition:	Paperback 1st Edition
Edition Number:	1
ISBN:	0070532303
EAN:	9780070532304
No. of Pages:	456

Table of Contents:

UNIT I

INTRODUCTION TO MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS : Definition, Nature and Scope Managerial Economics–

Demand Analysis: Demand Determinants, Law of Demand and its exceptions.

UNIT II

ELASTICITY OF DEMAND : Definition, Types, Measurement and Significance of Elasticity of Demand.

Demand Forecasting, Factors governing demand forecasting, methods of demand forecasting (survey

methods, statistical methods, expert opinion method, test marketing, controlled experiments, judgmental

approach to demand forecasting).

UNIT III

THEORY OF PRODUCTION AND COST ANALYSIS : Production Function – Isoquants and Isocosts, MRTS,

Least Cost Combination of Inputs, Production function, Laws of Returns, Internal and External Economies of

Scale.

Cost Analysis : Cost concepts, Opportunity cost, Fixed Vs.Variable costs, Explicit costs Vs.Implicit costs, Out

of pocket costs vs. Imputed costs. Break-even Analysis (BEA)-termination of Break-Even Point (simple

problems)-Managerial Significance and limitations of BEA.

UNIT IV

INTRODUCTION TO MARKETS & PRICING STRATEGIES : Market structures: Types of competition,

Features of Perfect competition, Monopoly and Monopolistic Competition. Price-Output Determination in case

of Perfect Competition and Monopoly. Pricing Strategies

UNIT V

BUSINESS & NEW ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT : Characteristic features of Business, Features and

evaluation of Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Joint Stock Company, Public Enterprises and their types,

Changing Business Environment in Post-liberalization scenario.

UNIT VI

CAPITAL AND CAPITAL BUDGETING : Capital and its significance, Types of Capital, Estimation of Fixed

and Working capital requirements, Methods and sources of raising finance. Nature and scope of capital

budgeting, features of capital budgeting proposals, Methods of Capital Budgeting: Payback Method,

Accounting Rate of Return (ARR) and Net Present Value Method (simple problems).

UNIT VII

INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING : Double-Entry Book Keeping, Journal, Ledger, Trial

Balance- Final Accounts (Trading Account, Profit and Loss Account and Balance Sheet with simple

adjustments).

UNIT VIII

FINANCIAL ANALYSIS THROUGH RATIOS : Computation, Analysis and Interpretation of Liquidity Ratios

(Current Ratio and quick ratio), Activity Ratios (Inventory turnover ratio and Debtor Turnover ratio), Capital

structure Ratios (Debt-Equity ratio, Interest Coverage ratio), and Profitability ratios (Gross Profit Ratio, Net

Profit ratio, Operating Ratio, P/E Ratio and EPS).

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[EM-1&2] Engineering Mechanics by K. L. Kumar, e-book free download

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Title:	Engineering Mechanics
Publisher:	Tata Mcgraw Hill
Author:	K. L. Kumar
Edition:	Hardcover,  2nd Edition Aug 2003
Format:	PDF
ISBN:	0070494738
EAN:	9780070494732
No. of Pages:	642

Book Description:

This book has detailed hints for chapter end tutorial problems to help the readers to attempt all the problems.

Expanded coverage of the chapter on Friction with the inclusion of several examples and additional detailing of the topic in various other chapter too. Chapter on Central force motion covering trajectories, launching of a satellite, astronomical facts, etc. Presents separate chapters and detailed treatment on Dynamics of particles, Kinematics of rigid bodies, Dynamics of rigid bodies as different from the previous edition wherein it was covered all together in a chapter. Incorporates a large number of engineering-oriented solved examples (251), unsolved problems (341), concept review questions (111), and multiple-choice questions (96). Includes description of 15 laboratory experiments as reference..

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 Engineering Mechanics : What and Why?
REVIEW SECTION
R1 Review of SI Units
R2 Review of Vectors
Chapter 2 Forces and Force Systems
Chapter 3 Equilibrium Analysis of Static Systems
APPLICATIONS IN STATICS
S1 Simple Structures
S2 Thin Rigid Beams
S3 Friction
Chapter 4 Central Points : Centroid, Centre of Mass and Centre of Gravity
Chapter 5 Kinematics of a Particle and of a Point in General
Chapter 6 Dynamics of a Particle and of the Mass Centre of any System
Chapter 7 Kinematics of a Rigid Body
Chapter 8 Moment of Inertia : Area and Mass
Chapter 9 Dynamics of Rigid Bodies
APPLICATIONS IN DYNAMICS
D1 Impact of Two Bodies
D2 Central Force Motion
Chapter 10 Virtual Work and Potential Energy Principles
Chapter 11 Vibrations of Simple Mechanical Systems
APPENDICES Appendix 1 Rules for Differentiation and Integration
Appendix 2 Properties of Plane Figures
Appendix 3 Properties of Solids Bodies
Index

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[PS -1] Principles of Power System by V.K. Mehta and Rohit Mehta, e-book free download

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Title:	Principles of Power System
Publisher:	S. Chand & Company Ltd. .
Author:	V.K. Mehta and Rohit Mehta
Edition:	Hardcover,  1 edition (July 26 2007)
Format:	pdf
ISBN:	81-219-2496-0
EAN:	978-8121924962
No. of Pages:	608

Book Description:

The subject of power system has assumed considerable importance in the recent years. There has been a growing demand in the past for a book which deals with this vast but vital subject in a compact and lucid manner. The present text ‘‘Principles of Power System’’ has been written to achieve this goal. This text is intended primarily for the students preparing for diploma, A.M.I.E., degree and other engineering examinations. It also meets the needs of those readers who want to gain a sound understanding of the principles of power system.
Three outstanding features are claimed for this book. First is the styling—the author has used the same lecture style that prove successful in his previous texts. Second, the book is easy to read and stimulating in its direct personal approach. Third, the emphasis is on concepts as well as mathematical derivations. It is hoped that these features will help the readers to understand the theoretical and practical aspects of power system.
Author lays no claim to the original research in preparing the book. Liberal use of the materials available in the works of eminent authors has been made. What he may claim, in all modesty, is that he has tried to fashion the vast amount of material available from primary and secondary sources into coherent body of description and analysis. 

Keeping in view the desire of many of the book users to make the book attractive and colorful, this Multicolor Illustrative Edition of the book has been published. We hope you will like it in its new format.
In the present edition, we have made sincere efforts to make the book up-to-date. A notable feature is the inclusion of Chapter on ‘‘Neutral Grounding’’. A large number of practical problems are given to make the book more useful to the students. It is our hope that you will enjoy reading this text and benefit from its content. After studying this book, it is hoped that you will have a good understanding of the ideas of Power System and its application in many real world situations.

Table of Contents:
1. Introduction
2. Generating Stations
3. Variable Load on Power Stations
4. Economics of Power Generation
5. Tariff
6. Power Factor Improvement
7. Supply Systems
8. Mechanical Design of Overhead Lines
9. Electrical Design of Overhead Lines
10. Performance of Transmission Lines
11. Underground Cable
12. Distribution Systems— General
13. D.C. Distribution
14. A.C. Distribution
15. Voltage Control
16. Introduction to Switchgear
17. Symmetrical Fault Calculations
18. Unsymmetrical Fault Calculations
19. Circuit Breakers
20. Fuses
21. Protective Relays
22. Protection of Alternators and Transformers
23. Protection of Bus-bars and Lines
24. Protection Against Overvoltages
25. Sub-Stations
26. Neutral Grounding
    Index

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[CS] Control Systems Engineering, 6th Edition by Norman S. Nise, e-book free download

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Title:	Control Systems Engineering, 6th Edition
Publisher:	Wiley
Author:	Norman S. Nise
Edition:	Hardcover,  Wiley; 6th edition (September 2, 2003)
Format:	.DJVU
ISBN:	0471445770
EAN:	978-0471445777
No. of Pages:	983

Book Description:

Emphasizing the practical application of control systems engineering, the new Fourth Edition shows how to analyze and design real-world feedback control systems. Readers learn how to create control systems that support today's advanced technology                                          

                    The text presents material in a logical and progressive way that builds and supports your understanding of key concepts, and provides insight into the design of system configurations and parameters, using both qualitative and quantitative explanations. As an added benefit, you'll learn how to apply MATLAB®–industry standard computer software–to the analysis and design of control systems.
* A methodology with clearly defined steps is presented for each type of design problem.
* Continuous design examples give a realistic view of each stage in the control systems design process.
* A complete tutorial on using MATLAB Version 5 in designing control systems prepares readers to use this important software tool.

Designed to make the material easy to understand, this clear and thorough book emphasizes the practical application of systems engineering to the design and analysis of feedback systems. Nise applies control systems theory and concepts to current real-world problems, showing readers how to build control systems that can support today's advanced technology.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Norman S. Nise teaches in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. In addition to being the author of Control Systems Engineering, Professor Nise has contributed to the CRC publications The Engineering Handbook, The Control Handbook, and The Electrical Engineering Handbook.

Highly regarded for its case studies and accessible writing, Control Systems Engineering is a valuable resource for engineers. It takes a practical approach while presenting clear and complete explanations. Real world examples demonstrate the analysis and design process. In addition, More...

helpful skill assessment exercises, numerous in-chapter examples, review questions, and problems reinforce key concepts. Tutorials are also included on the latest versions of MATLAB, the Control System Toolbox, Simulink, the Symbolic Math Toolbox, and MATLAB's graphical user interface (GUI) tools. What if experiments help expand an engineer's knowledge and skills.

Key Features:

• Presents clearly defined steps for design problems.
• Progressive case studies, which use the same physical system in each chapter, provide a realistic view of each stage of the control system design process.
• Skill-assessment exercises at the conclusion of most sections test your ability to perform the analysis and design discussed. In addition, the text provides numerous in-chapter examples, review questions, and problems.
• Tutorials in the appendices introduce you to the latest versions of MATLAB, the Control System Toolbox, Simulink®, the Symbolic Math Toolbox, and MATLAB's graphical user interface (GUI) tools (the LTI Viewer, the Simulink LTI Viewer, and the SISO Design Tool).
• Experiments using MATLAB, Simulink, and the SISO Design tool at the end of most chapters give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge by performing "what if" experimentation.
• Control Solutions powered by JustAsk!®, an online problem-solving tool, walks you step-by-step through over 150 end-of-chapter problems and skill-assessment exercises. Available at extra cost.

Table of Contents:
                                            CONTROL SYSTEMS

Objective :

In this course it is aimed to introduce to the students the principles and applications of control systems in everyday life. The basic concepts of block diagram reduction, time domain analysis solutions to time invariant systems and also deals with the different aspects of stability analysis of systems in frequency domain and time domain.

UNIT – I INTRODUCTION

Concepts of Control Systems- Open Loop and closed loop control systems and their differences- Different examples of control systems- Classification of control systems, Feed-Back Characteristics, Effects of feedback.Mathematical models – Differential equations, Impulse Response and transfer functions - Translational and Rotational mechanical systems

UNIT II TRANSFER FUNCTION REPRESENTATION

Transfer Function of DC Servo motor - AC Servo motor- Synchro transmitter and Receiver, Block diagram representation of systems considering electrical systems as examples -Block diagram algebra Representation by Signal flow graph - Reduction using mason’s gain formula.

UNIT-III TIME RESPONSE ANALYSIS

Standard test signals - Time response of first order systems – Characteristic Equation of Feedback control systems, Transient response of second order systems - Time domain specifications – Steady state response - Steady state errors and error constants – Effects of proportional derivative, proportional integral systems.

UNIT – IV STABILITY ANALYSIS IN S-DOMAIN

The concept of stability – Routh’s stability criterion – qualitative stability and conditional stability – limitations of Routh’s stability

Root Locus Technique:

The root locus concept - construction of root loci-effects of adding poles and zeros to G(s)H(s) on the root loci.

UNIT – V FREQUENCY RESPONSE ANALYSIS

Introduction, Frequency domain specifications-Bode diagrams-Determination of Frequency domain

specifications and transfer function from the Bode Diagram-Phase margin and Gain margin-Stability Analysis from Bode Plots.

UNIT – VI STABILITY ANALYSIS IN FREQUENCY DOMAIN

Polar Plots, Nyquist Plots Stability Analysis.

UNIT – VII CLASSICAL CONTROL DESIGN TECHNIQUES

Compensation techniques – Lag, Lead, Lead-Lag Controllers design in frequency Domain, PID Controllers.

UNIT – VIII State Space Analysis of Continuous Systems

Concepts of state, state variables and state model, derivation of state models from block diagrams,Diagonalization- Solving the Time invariant state Equations- State Transition Matrix and it’s Properties –Concepts of Controllability and Observability

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ES [Basic Environmental Engineering] by R.C.Gaur, jntu e-book free download

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Title:	Basic Environmental Engineering by R.C.Gaur
Publisher:	New Age International Publishers Ltd
Author:	R.C.Gaur
Edition:	Paperback 1st Edition
EditionNumber:	1
ISBN:	978-81-224-2701-1
EAN:	9788122422399
No. of Pages:	220

Contents:

1. GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS 1

1.1 Basic Concepts 1

1.2 Biotic and Abiotic Environment 2

1.3 Adverse Effects of Environmental Pollution 2

1.4 Control Strategies 4

1.5 Environmental Act and Regulations 6

1.5.1 International Concern for Environment 7

1.5.2 Environmental Protection laws in India 7

1.6 Regulatory Structure of Pollution Control Authorities and their Functions 9

1.6.1 Functions of M.O.E.F 9

1.6.2 Functions of the Central Pollution Control Board 9

1.6.3 Functions of the State Pollution Control Board 10

1.7 Conclusion 11

2. WATER POLLUTION 13

2.1 Introduction 13

2.2 Water Resources 13

2.2.1 Rainfall 14

2.2.2 Distribution of Rainfall 15

2.2.3 Measurement of Rainfall 15

2.3 Surface Sources of Water Supply 17

2.4 Subsurface or Underground Sources 21

2.4.1 Porosity 21

2.4.2 Permeability 21

2.5 Ground Water Yield 22

2.5.1 Drilling of Tube-Wells 23

2.5.2 Lowering of Pipes and Gravel Packing 26

2.5.3 Development of Tube-Wells 26

2.5.4 Yield of a Tube-Well 27

2.5.4.1 Yield of a Tube-Well in an Unconfined Aquifer 27

2.5.4.2 Yield of a Tube-Well in a Confined Aquifer 30

2.6 Basics of the Water Supply Schemes 32

2.6.1 Quality of Water 35

Preface (vii)

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2.6.2 Characteristics of Water 38

2.7 Treatment of Water 42

2.7.1 Screening 42

2.7.2 Plain Sedimentation 42

2.7.3 Sedimentation Aided with Coagulation 43

2.7.3 Filtration 43

2.7.4 Disinfection 44

2.7.5 Aeration 45

2.7.6 Water Softening 46

2.8 Requirement of Pressure of Water to be Supplied 48

2.9. Waste Water Management 49

2.9.1 Prevention of Pollution 49

2.9.2 Statutory Water and Sanitation Boards 50

2.9.3 Waste Water Management 51

2.9.3.1 Collection of Domestic Wastewater 51

2.9.3.2 Conveyance or Transportation of Waste Water 52

2.9.3.3 Design of the Sewer Line 52

2.9.3.4 Hydraulics of Sewers 54

2.9.1 Treatment of Wastewater 55

2.9.1.1 Unit Operations and Processes 57

2.9.1.2 Methods of Treatment of Wastewater 59

2.9.5 Anaerobic Digestion 60

2.9.6 Disposal of Treated Wastewater (Effluent) 61

2.9.7 Disposal into Water Bodies 62

2.9.7.1 Disposal on Land 63

2.9.8 Onsite Sanitation 64

2.9.9 Septic Tank 64

2.9.10 Soak Pits 65

2.10 In-house Treatment and Saving of Water 66

2.11 Conclusion

3. AIR POLLUTION 69

3.1 Introduction 69

3.2 Formal Definition of Air Pollution 70

3.3 Classification of Pollutants 71

3.3.1 Classification of Air Pollutants 71

3.3.2. Primary and Secondary Air Pollutants 73

3.4 Classification based on Position 74

3.5 Harmful Effects of Air Pollution on Materials 76

3.6 Control of Air Pollution 77

3.7 Control of Automobile Pollution 78

3.7.1 Catalytic Converter 78

3.8 Noise Pollution 79

3.9 Greenhouse Effect & Global Warming 79

3.10 Acid Rain 80

3.11 Ozone Depletion 82

3.11.1 Causes of the Ozone Layer Depletion 82

3.11.2 Effects of Ozone Layer Depletion 83

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3.11.3 Preventive Action to Ozone Depletion 83

3.12 Conclusion 83

4. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT 87

4.1 Introduction 87

4.2 Classification of Solid Waste 89

4.2.1. Importance of Classification 91

4.3 Composition and Characteristics of Solid Waste 93

4.3.1. Characteristics of Municipal Solid Waste in Indian Cities 93

4.4 Expected Quantities of Solid Waste 95

4.5 Physical Characteristics 96

4.6 Chemical Characteristics 97

4.7 Waste Management Approach 98

4.7.1 Inventory Management and Improved Operation 98

4.7.2 Utilization of Waste 99

4.8 Solid Waste Management: An Overview 100

4.8.1 Identification of Waste and its Minimization at the Source 100

4.8.2 Collection, Segregation and Storage at the Site of Collection 101

4.8.3 Transportation of Solid Waste 102

4.8.4 Treatment of Solid Waste 102

4.8.5 Energy Recovery and Disposal 103

4.6.5.1 Incineration 103

4.8.5.2 Landfill 104

4.8.5.3 Composting 105

4.9 Energy Recovery from Municipal Solid Waste 106

4.8.1 Parameters Affecting Energy Recovery 107

4.10 Sanitary Landfill 108

4.11 Hazardous Waste Management 109

4.12 Bio-Medical Waste 110

4.13 Conclusion 111

5. ECOLOGY 115

5.1 Introduction 115

5.1.1 Objectives of Ecological Study 117

5.1.2 Useful Definitions 117

5.1.3 Classification of Various Aspects of Ecology 119

5.1.3.1 Autecology 119

5.1.3.2 Synecology 120

5.1.3.3 Classification on the Basis of Habitat 120

5.1.3.3.1 Modern Sub-Divisions of Ecology 120

5.1.4 Functional Concepts of Ecology 121

5.2 Basics of Species 122

5.3 Ecosystem 122

5.3.1 Cyclic Operation of Ecosystems 124

5.3.1.1 Geophysical 124

5.3.1.2.Hydrological Cycle 125

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5.3.1.3 Chemical Cycle 128

5.3.2 Ecosystem and Human Beings 130

5.3.3 Biome and Ecosystem 131

5.4 Energy Flow in the Ecosystem 132

5.4.1 Solar Energy 133

5.5 Major Ecosystems of the World 135

5.5.1 Sea as an Ecosystem 136

5.5.2 Estuaries 136

5.5.3 Streams and Rivers 136

5.5.4 Lakes and Ponds 137

5.5.5 The Terrestrial Formations 137

5.5.6 Deserts 137

5.5.7 Tundras 138

5.5.8 Grasslands 138

5.5.9 Forest 139

5.6 Biodiversity 140

5.6.1 Basic Laws of Biodiversity 141

5.7 Population Analysis 142

5.7.1 Population Characteristics 142

5.7.2 Regulation of Population 143

5.7.3 Population Dynamics 143

5.8 Conclusion 146

6. RENEWABLE SOURCES OF ENERGY 149

6.1 Introduction 149

6.2 Renewable Sources of Energy 151

6.2.1 Solar Energy 151

6.2.2 Wind Energy 153

6.2.3 Energy from Water 155

6.2.4 Energy from Oceans 156

6.2.5 Energy from Biomass 156

6.2.6 Geothermal Energy 156

6.3 Potential of Renewable Energy Resources in India 157

6.4 Conclusion 158

7. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT 161

7.1 Introduction 161

7.2 Necessity of Environmental Impact Assessment 163

7.3 Methodology of Environmental Impact Assessment 164

7.3.1 Identification of Impact Areas 164

7.3.1.1 Water Resource Project 164

7.3.1.2 Hydroelectricity Project 172

7.3.1.3 Navigation Project 172

7.3.1.4 Tidal Hydro Electricity Project 172

7.3.1.5 Wave Energy Generation 173

7.3.1.6 Wind Energy Project 173

7.3.1.7 Geothermal Energy 174

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7.3.1.8 Solar Energy 174

7.3.1.9 Thermal Power Plants 174

7.3.1.10 Biomass or Biogas Power Plant 175

7.3.1.11 Industries 175

7.3.2 Data Collection 176

7.3.3 Prediction 177

7.3.4 Assessment 179

7.4 Conclusion 180

8. NOISE POLLUTION 183

8.1 Introduction 183

8.2 Levels of Noise 184

8.3 The Nature of Sound 184

8.3.1 Amplitude(A) 185

8.3.2 Pitch 185

8.3.3 Power and Intensity 186

8.4 Sensitivity of Sound 186

8.5 Levels of Noise and its Measurement: 187

8.6 Acceptable Noise Levels 188

8.7 Effects of Noise 189

8.8 Adverse Effects of Noise 190

8.8.1 Effects on Human Body Function 190

8.8.2 Sleep Interference 190

8.8.3 Effect on Working Efficiency 190

8.8.4 Effect on Wild Life 190

8.8.5 Effects on Non Living Things 190

8.9 Control of Noise Pollution 191

8.9.1 Noise Control at Source 191

8.9.2 Noise Control along the Path 191

8.10 Noise Control at Receiving End 191

8.11 Other Ways of Noise Control 191

8.12 Measurement of Noise 192

8.13 Conclusion 192

Bibliography 195

Index 199

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