Author: David G. Blair
Publisher: Basic Books (AZ)
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
As the authors show, the reward for this endeavor will be the opening up of an entirely new window on the universe.
Ripples On A Cosmic Sea
Author: David G. Blair
Publisher: Basic Books (AZ)
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
As the authors show, the reward for this endeavor will be the opening up of an entirely new window on the universe.
Publisher: Basic Books (AZ)
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
As the authors show, the reward for this endeavor will be the opening up of an entirely new window on the universe.
Ripples On A Cosmic Sea
Author: David Blair
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 9780738201375
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Most people live and work entirely oblivious to the fact that a myriad of ghostly ripples are passing through them all the time. Generated in the depths of space by colliding stars and black holes, exploding supernovas and quasars, these so-called gravitational waves are literally ripples in the fabric of space itself. Sweeping across the cosmos at the speed of light, they encode vital clues about the exotic systems that produced them. Predicted by Einstein over eighty years ago, but never detected in the laboratory, gravitational waves have proven elusive to scientists. In the first book for a general reader on these amazing waves, Blair and McNamara weave a thrilling tale about the race to build the first gravitational wave antenna—a challenge that has prompted physicists and astronomers to devise some of the most breathtaking technology the world has ever seen. What these scientists find will allow us to listen to the explosion of stars, the creation of black holes, even the sound of the Big Bang itself, and will undoubtedly chart a new course for astronomy in the coming millennium.
Publisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 9780738201375
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Most people live and work entirely oblivious to the fact that a myriad of ghostly ripples are passing through them all the time. Generated in the depths of space by colliding stars and black holes, exploding supernovas and quasars, these so-called gravitational waves are literally ripples in the fabric of space itself. Sweeping across the cosmos at the speed of light, they encode vital clues about the exotic systems that produced them. Predicted by Einstein over eighty years ago, but never detected in the laboratory, gravitational waves have proven elusive to scientists. In the first book for a general reader on these amazing waves, Blair and McNamara weave a thrilling tale about the race to build the first gravitational wave antenna—a challenge that has prompted physicists and astronomers to devise some of the most breathtaking technology the world has ever seen. What these scientists find will allow us to listen to the explosion of stars, the creation of black holes, even the sound of the Big Bang itself, and will undoubtedly chart a new course for astronomy in the coming millennium.
Eternal Odyssey: Chronicles of the Cosmic Sea
Author: Rick Anthony
Publisher: Rick Anthony
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
n the vast expanse of the cosmic sea, where stars shimmer and celestial wonders abound, lies a tale of adventure, discovery, and cosmic enlightenment. Welcome to "Eternal Odyssey: Chronicles of the Cosmic Sea," a captivating book that invites you to embark on a journey beyond the confines of our known universe. Within these pages, you will be transported to a realm where science fiction intertwines with the mystical, where pirates sail through the cosmos, and where the boundaries of time and space blur. Prepare to set sail with the crew of the Tempest, a daring group of cosmic explorers on a quest for cosmic knowledge, unity, and the ultimate understanding of the universe. This book takes you on an extraordinary adventure through 35 unique and original chapters, each offering a glimpse into a world where science fiction and fantasy merge seamlessly. As award-winning author [your name] weaves this tale, you will be immersed in a captivating narrative that spans cosmic realms, encounters celestial beings, and delves into the mysteries of the cosmic sea. From the Rift of Shadows to the Cosmic Symphony, from the Stellar Ascendance to the Celestial Conclave, and finally, to the Eternal Voyage, the story unfolds with each chapter, revealing cosmic challenges, profound enlightenment, and the eternal quest for cosmic understanding. Brace yourself for a journey that will ignite your imagination, challenge your perception of reality, and inspire you to embrace the vast possibilities of the unknown. As you turn the pages, you will witness the growth of a diverse and dynamic crew, led by the fearless captain Aurelia, the astute scientist Maya, and the steadfast guardian Orion. Together, they will face cosmic perils, reshape destiny, unite realms, and navigate through the cosmic currents with unwavering hearts. "Eternal Odyssey: Chronicles of the Cosmic Sea" invites you to explore the depths of the cosmic realms, to question the limits of your own existence, and to ponder the mysteries of the universe. Join the crew of the Tempest as they sail through the celestial expanse, leaving their mark on the fabric of the cosmos and forever inspiring those who dare to venture into the cosmic sea. Prepare to embark on a journey that transcends time and space, where science fiction meets cosmic wonder, and where the quest for knowledge leads to profound enlightenment. Welcome to "Eternal Odyssey: Chronicles of the Cosmic Sea," where the cosmic adventure awaits, and the eternal voyage begins.
Publisher: Rick Anthony
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
n the vast expanse of the cosmic sea, where stars shimmer and celestial wonders abound, lies a tale of adventure, discovery, and cosmic enlightenment. Welcome to "Eternal Odyssey: Chronicles of the Cosmic Sea," a captivating book that invites you to embark on a journey beyond the confines of our known universe. Within these pages, you will be transported to a realm where science fiction intertwines with the mystical, where pirates sail through the cosmos, and where the boundaries of time and space blur. Prepare to set sail with the crew of the Tempest, a daring group of cosmic explorers on a quest for cosmic knowledge, unity, and the ultimate understanding of the universe. This book takes you on an extraordinary adventure through 35 unique and original chapters, each offering a glimpse into a world where science fiction and fantasy merge seamlessly. As award-winning author [your name] weaves this tale, you will be immersed in a captivating narrative that spans cosmic realms, encounters celestial beings, and delves into the mysteries of the cosmic sea. From the Rift of Shadows to the Cosmic Symphony, from the Stellar Ascendance to the Celestial Conclave, and finally, to the Eternal Voyage, the story unfolds with each chapter, revealing cosmic challenges, profound enlightenment, and the eternal quest for cosmic understanding. Brace yourself for a journey that will ignite your imagination, challenge your perception of reality, and inspire you to embrace the vast possibilities of the unknown. As you turn the pages, you will witness the growth of a diverse and dynamic crew, led by the fearless captain Aurelia, the astute scientist Maya, and the steadfast guardian Orion. Together, they will face cosmic perils, reshape destiny, unite realms, and navigate through the cosmic currents with unwavering hearts. "Eternal Odyssey: Chronicles of the Cosmic Sea" invites you to explore the depths of the cosmic realms, to question the limits of your own existence, and to ponder the mysteries of the universe. Join the crew of the Tempest as they sail through the celestial expanse, leaving their mark on the fabric of the cosmos and forever inspiring those who dare to venture into the cosmic sea. Prepare to embark on a journey that transcends time and space, where science fiction meets cosmic wonder, and where the quest for knowledge leads to profound enlightenment. Welcome to "Eternal Odyssey: Chronicles of the Cosmic Sea," where the cosmic adventure awaits, and the eternal voyage begins.
The Frigid Golden Age
Author: Dagomar Degroot
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108317588
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
Dagomar Degroot offers the first detailed analysis of how a society thrived amid the Little Ice Age, a period of climatic cooling that reached its chilliest point between the sixteenth and eighteenth centuries. The precocious economy, unusual environment, and dynamic intellectual culture of the Dutch Republic in its seventeenth-century Golden Age allowed it to thrive as neighboring societies unraveled in the face of extremes in temperature and precipitation. By tracing the occasionally counterintuitive manifestations of climate change from global to local scales, Degroot finds that the Little Ice Age presented not only challenges for Dutch citizens but also opportunities that they aggressively exploited in conducting commerce, waging war, and creating culture. The overall success of their Republic in coping with climate change offers lessons that we would be wise to heed today, as we confront the growing crisis of global warming.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108317588
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
Dagomar Degroot offers the first detailed analysis of how a society thrived amid the Little Ice Age, a period of climatic cooling that reached its chilliest point between the sixteenth and eighteenth centuries. The precocious economy, unusual environment, and dynamic intellectual culture of the Dutch Republic in its seventeenth-century Golden Age allowed it to thrive as neighboring societies unraveled in the face of extremes in temperature and precipitation. By tracing the occasionally counterintuitive manifestations of climate change from global to local scales, Degroot finds that the Little Ice Age presented not only challenges for Dutch citizens but also opportunities that they aggressively exploited in conducting commerce, waging war, and creating culture. The overall success of their Republic in coping with climate change offers lessons that we would be wise to heed today, as we confront the growing crisis of global warming.
Concepts
Author: Paul Dehn Carleton
Publisher: Paul Dehn Carleton
ISBN: 9780974558301
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
"Concepts" is a search for theism's roots - coined prototheism - a science of religion. Its notion is: Belief in God is a misconception of the Life Urge emerging from deep in human nature. "Concepts" traces Life's trajectory - from Earth's origin, to consciousness, to today's runaway material culture.
Publisher: Paul Dehn Carleton
ISBN: 9780974558301
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
"Concepts" is a search for theism's roots - coined prototheism - a science of religion. Its notion is: Belief in God is a misconception of the Life Urge emerging from deep in human nature. "Concepts" traces Life's trajectory - from Earth's origin, to consciousness, to today's runaway material culture.
Explaining The Universe
Author: John M Charap
Publisher: Universities Press
ISBN: 9788173714672
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Publisher: Universities Press
ISBN: 9788173714672
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Wave Forms
Author: James H. Bunn
Publisher: Stanford University Press
ISBN: 9780804745079
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
In this daring book, the author proposes that artistic and literary forms can be understood as modulations of wave forms in the physical world. By the phrase "natural syntax," he means that physical nature enters human communication literally by way of a transmitting wave frequency. This premise addresses a central question about symbolism in this century: How are our ideas symbolically related to physical reality? The author outlines a theory of communication in which nature is not reached by reference to an object; rather, nature is part of the message known only tacitly as the wavy carrier of a sign or signal. One doesn't refer to nature, even though one might be aiming to; one refers with nature as carrier vehicle. The author demonstrates that a natural language of transmission has an inherent physical syntax of patterned wave forms, which can also be described as certain "laws of form"a phrase used by D'Arcy Thompson, L. L. Whyte, Noam Chomsky, and Stephen Jay Gould. He describes a syntax inherent in natural languages that derives from the rhythmic form of a propelling wave. Instead of the "laws" of a wave's form, however, the author speaks of its elements of rhythmic composition, because "rythmos" means "wave" in Greek and because "composition" describes the creative process across the arts. In pursuing a philosophy of rhythmic composition, the author draws on cognitive science and semiotics. But he chiefly employs symmetry theory to describe the forms of art, and especially the patterns of poetry, as structures built upon the natural syntax of wave forms. Natural syntax, it turns out, follows a fascinating group of symmetry transformations that derive from wave forms.
Publisher: Stanford University Press
ISBN: 9780804745079
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
In this daring book, the author proposes that artistic and literary forms can be understood as modulations of wave forms in the physical world. By the phrase "natural syntax," he means that physical nature enters human communication literally by way of a transmitting wave frequency. This premise addresses a central question about symbolism in this century: How are our ideas symbolically related to physical reality? The author outlines a theory of communication in which nature is not reached by reference to an object; rather, nature is part of the message known only tacitly as the wavy carrier of a sign or signal. One doesn't refer to nature, even though one might be aiming to; one refers with nature as carrier vehicle. The author demonstrates that a natural language of transmission has an inherent physical syntax of patterned wave forms, which can also be described as certain "laws of form"a phrase used by D'Arcy Thompson, L. L. Whyte, Noam Chomsky, and Stephen Jay Gould. He describes a syntax inherent in natural languages that derives from the rhythmic form of a propelling wave. Instead of the "laws" of a wave's form, however, the author speaks of its elements of rhythmic composition, because "rythmos" means "wave" in Greek and because "composition" describes the creative process across the arts. In pursuing a philosophy of rhythmic composition, the author draws on cognitive science and semiotics. But he chiefly employs symmetry theory to describe the forms of art, and especially the patterns of poetry, as structures built upon the natural syntax of wave forms. Natural syntax, it turns out, follows a fascinating group of symmetry transformations that derive from wave forms.
Proceedings Of The John Hall Symposium: In Honor Of John Hall On The Occasion Of His 70th Birthday
Author: James Charles Bergquist
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814478229
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
This symposium was a dedication to John L Hall, who was recently awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics, (report below). The symposium was a celebration of his striking career in physics and his impressive record of achievements. Papers included in this volume offer brief and personal glimpses of some of his achievements, the research he inspired, and the great friendships he has built.Nobel Prize Report:John L Hall, a Scientist Emeritus of the National Institute of Standards and Technology and a Fellow of JILA (joint institute of NIST and University of Colorado) has been awarded the 2005 Nobel Prize in Physics.Hall shared the Nobel with Theodor W Hänsch of the Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics and a professor of physics at Ludwig Maximilians University in Munich, Germany, and Roy J Glauber, a professor of physics at Harvard University.Hall and Hänsch were awarded half the Nobel Prize for their contributions to the development of laser-based precision spectroscopy, including the optical frequency comb technique. An optical frequency comb is generated by a laser specially designed to produce a series of extremely short — a few billionths of a second — equally spaced pulses of light.
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814478229
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
This symposium was a dedication to John L Hall, who was recently awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics, (report below). The symposium was a celebration of his striking career in physics and his impressive record of achievements. Papers included in this volume offer brief and personal glimpses of some of his achievements, the research he inspired, and the great friendships he has built.Nobel Prize Report:John L Hall, a Scientist Emeritus of the National Institute of Standards and Technology and a Fellow of JILA (joint institute of NIST and University of Colorado) has been awarded the 2005 Nobel Prize in Physics.Hall shared the Nobel with Theodor W Hänsch of the Max Planck Institute for Quantum Optics and a professor of physics at Ludwig Maximilians University in Munich, Germany, and Roy J Glauber, a professor of physics at Harvard University.Hall and Hänsch were awarded half the Nobel Prize for their contributions to the development of laser-based precision spectroscopy, including the optical frequency comb technique. An optical frequency comb is generated by a laser specially designed to produce a series of extremely short — a few billionths of a second — equally spaced pulses of light.
Starseed Secrets
Author: Sergio Rijo
Publisher: SERGIO RIJO
ISBN:
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
"Dive into the realms of cosmic mystery and self-discovery with 'Starseed Secrets: Unveiling Your Cosmic DNA.' In this captivating guide, you'll embark on an illuminating journey that transcends the boundaries of earthly existence. Through a series of captivating chapters, this book presents practical exercises, channeled wisdom, and profound insights from six star nations—the Pleiades, Sirius, Andromeda, Centaurus, Epsilon Eridani, and Lyra—guiding you to unlock the hidden potentials of your cosmic DNA and embrace your true starseed identity. As you traverse the pages of this enlightening guide, you'll explore the intricate connection between cosmic DNA and human spiritual evolution. Dive deep into the history, culture, and characteristics of each star nation, gaining a comprehensive understanding of your cosmic lineage. From the wisdom of Sirius to the enchantment of Epsilon Eridani, you'll learn to attune to the energies of these star families, awakening ancient memories and activating your spiritual DNA. "Starseed Secrets" offers practical energy exercises and guided meditations tailored to each star nation, helping you accelerate your vibrational intelligence and embody your inherited starseed gifts. By embracing your unique cosmic essence, you'll find a deeper sense of purpose, healing, and a renewed commitment to participate in the cosmic ascension of consciousness. Unveil the mysteries of your own celestial heritage, find solace in the power of cosmic unity, and step into the role of a cosmic ambassador. As you read, you'll become a beacon of cosmic light, embodying the wisdom and essence of the stars themselves. With each chapter, you'll journey closer to the heart of your starseed lineage, contributing to the transformation of fear into love, and reigniting the cosmic ascension process that reverberates throughout the universe. Join the ranks of those who recognize their role in the grand cosmic symphony, and embrace the call to awaken your cosmic DNA. "Starseed Secrets: Unveiling Your Cosmic DNA" is your guide to self-discovery, transformation, and the infinite potential that lies within your cosmic essence.
Publisher: SERGIO RIJO
ISBN:
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
"Dive into the realms of cosmic mystery and self-discovery with 'Starseed Secrets: Unveiling Your Cosmic DNA.' In this captivating guide, you'll embark on an illuminating journey that transcends the boundaries of earthly existence. Through a series of captivating chapters, this book presents practical exercises, channeled wisdom, and profound insights from six star nations—the Pleiades, Sirius, Andromeda, Centaurus, Epsilon Eridani, and Lyra—guiding you to unlock the hidden potentials of your cosmic DNA and embrace your true starseed identity. As you traverse the pages of this enlightening guide, you'll explore the intricate connection between cosmic DNA and human spiritual evolution. Dive deep into the history, culture, and characteristics of each star nation, gaining a comprehensive understanding of your cosmic lineage. From the wisdom of Sirius to the enchantment of Epsilon Eridani, you'll learn to attune to the energies of these star families, awakening ancient memories and activating your spiritual DNA. "Starseed Secrets" offers practical energy exercises and guided meditations tailored to each star nation, helping you accelerate your vibrational intelligence and embody your inherited starseed gifts. By embracing your unique cosmic essence, you'll find a deeper sense of purpose, healing, and a renewed commitment to participate in the cosmic ascension of consciousness. Unveil the mysteries of your own celestial heritage, find solace in the power of cosmic unity, and step into the role of a cosmic ambassador. As you read, you'll become a beacon of cosmic light, embodying the wisdom and essence of the stars themselves. With each chapter, you'll journey closer to the heart of your starseed lineage, contributing to the transformation of fear into love, and reigniting the cosmic ascension process that reverberates throughout the universe. Join the ranks of those who recognize their role in the grand cosmic symphony, and embrace the call to awaken your cosmic DNA. "Starseed Secrets: Unveiling Your Cosmic DNA" is your guide to self-discovery, transformation, and the infinite potential that lies within your cosmic essence.
Einstein's Unfinished Symphony
Author: Marcia Bartusiak
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300223390
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
A new generation of observatories, now being completed worldwide, will give astronomers not just a new window on the cosmos but a whole new sense with which to explore and experience the heavens above us. Instead of collecting light waves or radio waves, these novel instruments will allow astronomers to at last place their hands upon the fabric of space-time and feel the very rhythms of the universe. These vibrations in space-time-or gravity waves-are the last prediction of Einstein's general theory of relativity yet to be observed directly. They are his unfinished symphony, waiting nearly a century to be heard. When they finally reveal themselves to astronomers, we will for the first time be able to hear the cymbal crashes from exploding stars, tune in to the periodic drumbeats from swiftly rotating pulsars, listen to the extended chirps from the merger of two black holes, and eavesdrop on the remnant echoes from the mighty jolt of the Big Bang itself. When Einstein introduced general relativity in 1915, it was hailed as a momentous conceptual achievement. Einstein attained celebrity status. But, once scientists verified what they could of the theory, given the scant experiments available at the time, general relativity became "largely a theoretical curiosity," writes Marcia Bartusiak. Now, after decades of technological advancement, general relativity is being tested with unprecedented accuracy. It even affects our everyday lives. Satellites used by both travelers and soldiers to peg their positions require constant corrections of Einsteinian precision. Meanwhile, the first gravity-wave "telescopes"--Including the LIGO facility-are about to come alive.
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300223390
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
A new generation of observatories, now being completed worldwide, will give astronomers not just a new window on the cosmos but a whole new sense with which to explore and experience the heavens above us. Instead of collecting light waves or radio waves, these novel instruments will allow astronomers to at last place their hands upon the fabric of space-time and feel the very rhythms of the universe. These vibrations in space-time-or gravity waves-are the last prediction of Einstein's general theory of relativity yet to be observed directly. They are his unfinished symphony, waiting nearly a century to be heard. When they finally reveal themselves to astronomers, we will for the first time be able to hear the cymbal crashes from exploding stars, tune in to the periodic drumbeats from swiftly rotating pulsars, listen to the extended chirps from the merger of two black holes, and eavesdrop on the remnant echoes from the mighty jolt of the Big Bang itself. When Einstein introduced general relativity in 1915, it was hailed as a momentous conceptual achievement. Einstein attained celebrity status. But, once scientists verified what they could of the theory, given the scant experiments available at the time, general relativity became "largely a theoretical curiosity," writes Marcia Bartusiak. Now, after decades of technological advancement, general relativity is being tested with unprecedented accuracy. It even affects our everyday lives. Satellites used by both travelers and soldiers to peg their positions require constant corrections of Einsteinian precision. Meanwhile, the first gravity-wave "telescopes"--Including the LIGO facility-are about to come alive.