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FEATURED TITLE: Open Access to Microwave Molecular Spectra (3rd Edition)

Readers of K-News have two weeks of open access to a select title or group of titles in each issue. This issue features access to a title from the Chemistry & Chemical Engineering Subject Area:

Microwave Molecular Spectra (3rd Edition) (c) 1984, Walter Gordy & Robert Cook. This book represents the most comprehensive treatment available on the analysis and interpretation of high resolution, microwave rotational spectra of gaseous molecules. It reflects many exciting new developments in microwave spectroscopy, and focuses on subtle new techniques that have improved the sensitivity and resolving power of microwave spectrometers as well as their applicability to new types of spectra. It discusses the recent detection of the microwave spectra of nonpolar, spherical-top molecules and details advances in microwave molecular ion spectroscopy, as well as the observation of rotational spectra of weak, hydrogen-bonded complexes and rare gas atom-molecule complexes (van der Waals molecules). Read the interesting story below ("Knovel Finds Missing Piece for Astronomers") of how this title came to be part of Knovel Library.

Start using Microwave Molecular Spectra now! You have unlimited access for two weeks. Be sure to check out the Tutorial in this issue for an illustration of how to use the information in this title.

BRIEFS: Knovel Finds Missing Piece for Astronomers

Marsha Bishop became a Knovel fan when she first tested Knovel Library in 2001 and found it produced immediate results for research she had spent tens of hours, and thousands of dollars, compiling. Her expectations of Knovel were surpassed when she relied on the Knovel staff, and their dedication to meeting the requests of their customers, to track down a rare, impossible-to-acquire text.

For seven years, Bishop--Observatory Librarian at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO)--and her colleagues searched in every way they could for a copy of "Microwave Molecular Spectra (3rd Edition)." Her library had lost access to the book for some time following the disappearance of several hard-copy versions of the text written by Walter Gordy and Robert L. Cook (John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1984).

In July of 2005, Bishop's dedication to finding the text led her to the office of Knovel Editorial Director Delores Meglio. After learning that the rights had been reverted to the book's author, Meglio worked to acquire the only copy of the out-of-print text from Cook and convince him that Knovel's interactive reference shelf was the most suited home for his rare book. To find out what happened, click here for the rest of the story.

BRIEFS: Recently Released Titles in Aerospace & Radar Technology

Military Avionics Systems
Copyright (c) 2006, John Wiley & Sons. This book introduces the military roles expected of aircraft types and describes the avionics systems required to fulfill these roles, ranging from technology and architectures to navigations systems, sensors, computing architectures and the human-machine interface. This reference enables readers to assemble combinations of systems in order to perform specific military roles. It covers a wide range of military aircraft roles and systems applications offering clear and concise system descriptions. This reference also includes case studies and examples from current projects, featuring full color illustrations which detail aircraft display systems.

Rocket Propulsion Elements (7th Edition)
Copyright (c) 2001, John Wiley & Sons. With more than a third of the text and illustrations either completely new or extensively revised, this latest edition includes current information on engine structures, nozzle theory, gas properties, thrust chambers, launch vehicles, and more. With a detailed table of contents breaking down each chapter into subsections--as well as an expanded index of key words--this Seventh Edition efficiently steers readers quickly to the information they need. Other highlights include: Separate chapters on liquid, solid, and hybrid propulsion systems and a new chapter on thrust chambers, including the new aerospace nozzle; Comprehensive coverage of rocket propulsion technology, with applications to space flight, satellite flight, and guided and unguided missiles; Problem-solving examples and exercises relevant to actual design situations; More than 340 illustrations including photographs, tables, and graphs; Coherent, up-to-date chapter on electrical propulsion balancing fundamentals with practical aspects and applications.

Encyclopedia of RF and Microwave Engineering, Volumes 1-6
Copyright (c) 2005, John Wiley & Sons. RF and Microwave Engineering is one of the fastest growth areas of the past decade and will probably continue to be a very active area of research and application in a large variety of fields. This six-volume set illustrates how this field has been the key enabling technology responsible for the phenomenal growth of wireless communication. This set also examines how RF and microwave engineering continue to have great influence in radar, remote sensing, remote control, sensors, navigation, surveillance, electronic warfare, radiometers, plasma research, and imaging.

Be sure to visit Knovel's New Titles page for a complete list of newly released titles. For more information about the Knovel Library service or about the new or updated titles mentioned in K-News, contact Justin Skogen at jskogen@knovel.com, or call him toll-free US/Canada 1-800-260-4106 (outside US/Canada +1-608-655-1447).

BRIEFS: Professors: Don't Miss Your Chance to Be a Part of "Knovel in the Classroom"

As the countdown for the completion of this season's University Challenge approaches the two-week mark--and academic institutions are in a Knovel state-of-mind--professors; be sure to take full advantage of Knovel in the Classroom! If you are a professor and use Knovel in the Classroom, let us know. If you are looking for ways to incorporate Knovel's unique technology into your course study and lectures, visit www.info.knovel.com/knovelclassroom to review some tools we've put together to help you. Nominate students, submit quiz questions, and help us bring the next generation of research tools to our future engineers, scientists and technical experts!

BRIEFS: Next Round of Knovel Webinar Dates

Knovel continues to offer the "Intro to Knovel" online demonstration which takes approximately 30 minutes. All you need is a phone and an internet connection. During the session, you will learn how to use the features that transform Knovel from a simple e-book service to a workflow and productivity tool that can save you a great deal of time and effort in your research. For a full description of the Knovel webinar, click here. Don't wait to register! Sessions fill up fast. Choose a registration link for one of the upcoming webinars below:

• Oct. 23, 2006 (Monday) at 12:00 PM EST Register Here

• Oct. 27, 2006 (Friday) at 10:00 AM EST Register Here

BRIEFS: Trade Shows & Events

Internet Librarian 2006, Monterey, CA, Oct. 23-25. Sponsored by Information Today, Inc., the theme of this year's event is "Integrated Experiences: Compelling Content Combinations." Knovel Representative Rick Spiegel will be available to demonstrate the Knovel service. Be sure to stop by booth #224 and meet the Knovel crew!

Palinet Conference and Vendor Fair, Harrisburg, PA, Oct. 23-25. Located at the Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey. This year's theme is "Think Outside the Books! Reaching Customers in the Virtual World." Knovel Representative Tony Scannell will be available to demonstrate the Knovel service.

8th Annual Nylink Information Showcase, New York, NY, Nov. 14. Located at the Hotel Pennsylvania.  The Showcase presents an opportunity for library and information professionals to learn more about the variety of services available from Nylink vendor partners and prospective partners. Knovel Academic Manager Bryan Keane will be available for demonstrations. Stop by booth #40 and meet him!

2006 AIChE Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA, Nov. 12-17. The American Institute of Chemical Engineers will host their annual meeting at the San Francisco Hilton. Knovel Representative Monica Nogueira will be in attendance and available to discuss the Knovel service.

Online Information 2006, London, UK, Nov. 28-30. Located at Olympia Grand Hall. Online Information is an international exhibition and conference addressing online content and information management solutions. International Sales Manager Barbara Dixee will be available at Knovel booth #240. If you would like to schedule a meeting in advance, email bdixee@knovel.com or call +1-203-748-6066.

If you would like to make an appointment to meet with a Knovel representative at any of the events we attend, please contact Knovel at 1-866-303-3336, or email sales@knovel.com.

TUTORIAL: Calculating the Zeeman Effect

Scenario: A graduate physics student is writing a research paper on the relationship of sunspots and magnetic fields. As part of the paper, the student wants to explore the important role of the Zeeman Effect, how it's calculated and how it's used to measure the strength of magnetic fields (by splitting spectral lines). Knovel can help.

1. In the Search box on the Knovel Library home page enter the phrase zeeman effect. The query entered means, "find any page of text or row of data from an interactive table where the terms zeeman and effect are both present and near each other on the same page or in the same row of data." Click the Search button.
    
    
2. The search results page shows two titles that match the "search" query. The first title, Microwave Molecular Spectra (3rd Ed.), is this issue's Featured Title. Click on the name.
    
    
3. The Table of Contents appears. Only chapters or sections where there are hits from the "search" query will show by default. The very first section looks interesting: "11.1 Zeeman Effect in Molecules Without Nuclear Coupling". Click on the Text (9) link next to it.
    
    
4. A new window appears launching the Adobe Reader and displaying a section devoted to a discussion of the Zeeman Effect. In fact, most of Chapter 11 is devoted to the Zeeman Effect and its calculations with regard to magnetic fields. The grad student now has a wealth of information to use in writing the research paper.
    
   

KOOL TIPS: Citing Sources on Knovel

Knovel has a handy "Citation" link that allows users to create a properly formatted citation for any reference book or database in the Knovel Library.

Here's how it works:

1. Go to the Table of Contents for any title in Knovel Library.

2. Click on the "Citations" link near the top of the TOC.

3. A box will open. Input the cited page number(s) in the box and click the "Continue" button.

4. That's it! An MLA (Modern Language Association) properly formatted citation will appear.

Knovel has programmed all necessary variations (single author, multiple authors, type of publication, etc.). All you need to do is indicate the page(s) and copy/paste the resulting citation. Give the Citation link a try. We hope you agree--it's kool!

K-BEAR: K-Bear Has a New Honey!

Attending soccer games in Upstate New York in October is beautiful. The fall foliage explodes with color, the sky is blue, and the temperatures are cool. It seems that fall is also a season for romance. While attending a recent soccer game at SUNY Broome Community College, K-Bear was smitten by BCC's official mascot, the Hornet. He's been talking of nothing else since!

Photo courtesy of Ann Marie Murray, Ph.D., Vice President of Academic Affairs,
Broome Community College, Binghamton, NY.

FEATURED TITLE: Open Access to Permeability and Other Film Properties of Plastics and Elastomers

Readers of K-News have two weeks of open access to a select title or group of titles in each issue. This issue features access to a title from the Plastics & Rubber Subject Area:

Permeability and Other Film Properties of Plastics and Elastomers   (c) 1995, William Andrew Publishing/Plastics Design Library. This handbook is a unique database reference on the barrier and film properties of 145 plastics and elastomers with detailed discussions and test results. The data presented details the differences in permeation between generic families of plastic and rubber materials. Also covered are differences within the same generic family due to environmental factors such as temperature and humidity, and differences due to material characteristics like sample preparation and material composition. This data serves as an indication of how one material is likely to behave relative to another material, or relative to the same material exposed under different conditions. Details of test methods, test conditions, penetrant, sample size, material composition and other factors which may affect the resulting value are included.

Start using Permeability and Other Film Properties of Plastics and Elastomers now! You have unlimited access for two weeks. Be sure to check out the Tutorial in this issue for an illustration of how to use the information in this title.