Author: Ricardo Branco

Fatigue is progressive and localised structural damage that occurs when materials are subjected to cyclic loading. Therefore, in order to produce durable products against fatigue and to prevent catas …

High strength steels cover a broad spectrum of applications and are being increasingly used in different areas due to their distinguished features, namely excellent strength-to-weight ratio, good cor …

This book examines the national security and preparedness issues, developments and analyses facing the U.S. today. Topics discussed include the Federal government’s track record on cybersecurity and …

Emergency medical services (EMS) systems provide important benefits to the public. Every day, EMS systems provide immediate medical care in response to individual health emergencies, such as motor ve …