Flieger der Natur: Vögel, Insekten und die Biomechanik des Fliegens
US $15,08US $15,08
Mo, 11. Aug, 00:46Mo, 11. Aug, 00:46
Bild 1 von 4
Galerie
Bild 1 von 4
Ähnlichen Artikel verkaufen?
Flieger der Natur: Vögel, Insekten und die Biomechanik des Fliegens
US $15,08
Ca.CHF 12,12
oder Preisvorschlag
Bisher US $18,85 (- 20%)
Artikelzustand:
“Dust jacket shows light wear. Pages show no apparent markings.sh146sp0225”
Sehr gut
Buch, das nicht neu aussieht und gelesen wurde, sich aber in einem hervorragenden Zustand befindet. Der Einband weist keine offensichtlichen Beschädigungen auf. Bei gebundenen Büchern ist der Schutzumschlag vorhanden (sofern zutreffend). Alle Seiten sind vollständig vorhanden, es gibt keine zerknitterten oder eingerissenen Seiten und im Text oder im Randbereich wurden keine Unterstreichungen, Markierungen oder Notizen vorgenommen. Der Inneneinband kann minimale Gebrauchsspuren aufweisen. Minimale Gebrauchsspuren. Genauere Einzelheiten sowie eine Beschreibung eventueller Mängel entnehmen Sie bitte dem Angebot des Verkäufers.
Beendet: 11. Aug. 2025 00:46:47 MESZ
Oops! Looks like we're having trouble connecting to our server.
Refresh your browser window to try again.
Versand:
US $16,65 (ca. CHF 13,38) USPS Ground Advantage®.
Standort: Pfafftown, North Carolina, USA
Bei Kombiversand sparen
Lieferung:
Lieferung zwischen Di, 2. Sep und Mo, 8. Sep nach 94104 bei heutigem Zahlungseingang
Rücknahme:
30 Tage Rückgabe. Käufer zahlt Rückversand. Wenn Sie ein eBay-Versandetikett verwenden, werden die Kosten dafür von Ihrer Rückerstattung abgezogen.
Zahlungen:
Sicher einkaufen
Der Verkäufer ist für dieses Angebot verantwortlich.
eBay-Artikelnr.:156718019466
Artikelmerkmale
- Artikelzustand
- Sehr gut
- Hinweise des Verkäufers
- “Dust jacket shows light wear. Pages show no apparent markings.sh146sp0225”
- Book Title
- Nature's Flyers : Birds, Insects, and the Biomechanics of Flight
- Features
- Ex-Library
- ISBN
- 9780801867569
Über dieses Produkt
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
ISBN-10
0801867568
ISBN-13
9780801867569
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1975239
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
384 Pages
Publication Name
Nature's Flyers : Birds, Insects, and the Biomechanics of Flight
Language
English
Publication Year
2002
Subject
Life Sciences / Biology, Physics / General, Aeronautics & Astronautics, Life Sciences / Zoology / Entomology
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Technology & Engineering, Science
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.1 in
Item Weight
24.9 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2001-000821
Dewey Edition
21
Reviews
Scientifically accurate, up-to-date, and highly accessible, Nature's Flyers will interest not only amateur and professional ornithologists, ecologists, evolutionary biologists, physiologists, and engineers, but also anyone who is curious about the effects of flight on the evolution and diversity of the natural world., "Alexander does an excellent job of keeping the amazement and appreciation alive while clearly explaining the complexities of flight in a manner accessible to anyone... a thoroughly enjoyable and informative book."-- Choice, "Alexander achieves the difficult feat of explaining intrinsically complex phenomena without using mathematical or entomological jargon. As a result, the book is clear, beautifully written, and suitable for people at all levels... It introduces readers to some long-standing puzzles... How do some insects manage to fly nonstop over hundreds of miles? How do migrating birds find their way'... I recommend the book to anyone who is curious about flight."--Z. Jane Wang, Physics Today, "This is a fascinating book and would make a valuable addition to the school library." -- Peter Anderson, School Science Review, Alexander does an excellent job of keeping the amazement and appreciation alive while clearly explaining the complexities of flight in a manner accessible to anyone... a thoroughly enjoyable and informative book., Alexander achieves the difficult feat of explaining intrinsically complex phenomena without using mathematical or entomological jargon. As a result, the book is clear, beautifully written, and suitable for people at all levels... It introduces readers to some long-standing puzzles... How do some insects manage to fly nonstop over hundreds of miles? How do migrating birds find their way'... I recommend the book to anyone who is curious about flight.
Grade From
College Graduate Student
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
573.7/98
Table Of Content
Contents: Foreword, by Steven Vogel Preface ONE - Introduction TWO - How Wings Work THREE - Gliding and Soaring FOUR - Flapping and Hovering FIVE - Staying on Course and Changing Direction SIX - Fueling Flight SEVEN - Evolving Flyers EIGHT - Migrating NINE - Finding the Way TEN - The Global Impact of Animal Flight ELEVEN - Have the Birds and Bees Taught Us Anything Useful? Notes Glossary Bibliography Index
Synopsis
David E. Alexander's fascination with the many animals and plants that have harnessed the air is evident in Nature's Flyers: Birds, Insects, and the Biomechanics of Flight, a detailed account of our current scientific understanding of the primary aspects of flight in nature. Instead of relying on elaborate mathematical equations, Alexander ......, David E. Alexander's fascination with the many animals and plants that have harnessed the air is evident in Nature's Flyers: Birds, Insects, and the Biomechanics of Flight, a detailed account of our current scientific understanding of the primary aspects of flight in nature. Instead of relying on elaborate mathematical equations, Alexander explains the physical basis of flight with sharp prose and clear diagrams. Drawing upon bats, birds, insects, pterosaurs, and even winged seeds, he details the basic operating principles of wings and then moves progressively through more complex modes of animal flight, including gliding, flapping, and maneuvering. In addition to summarizing the latest thinking about flight's energy costs, Alexander presents a holistic view of flight and its ramifications as he explores the ecology and evolution of flying animals, addressing behaviorally important topics such as migration and navigation. With somewhat surprising answers, the author then concludes his study by examining the extent to which natural flight has been inspiring or instructive for the architects of human flight-airplane designers and engineers., Selected by Choice Magazine as an Outstanding Academic Title for 2003 David E. Alexander's fascination with the many animals and plants that have harnessed the air is evident in Nature's Flyers: Birds, Insects, and the Biomechanics of Flight , a detailed account of our current scientific understanding of the primary aspects of flight in nature. Instead of relying on elaborate mathematical equations, Alexander explains the physical basis of flight with sharp prose and clear diagrams. Drawing upon bats, birds, insects, pterosaurs, and even winged seeds, he details the basic operating principles of wings and then moves progressively through more complex modes of animal flight, including gliding, flapping, and maneuvering. In addition to summarizing the latest thinking about flight's energy costs, Alexander presents a holistic view of flight and its ramifications as he explores the ecology and evolution of flying animals, addressing behaviorally important topics such as migration and navigation. With somewhat surprising answers, the author then concludes his study by examining the extent to which natural flight has been inspiring or instructive for the architects of human flight--airplane designers and engineers., "Scientifically accurate, up-to-date, and highly accessible, Nature's Flyers will interest not only amateur and professional ornithologists, ecologists, evolutionary biologists, physiologists, and engineers, but also anyone who is curious about the effects of flight on the evolution and diversity of the natural world." -- Biology Digest, David E. Alexander's fascination with the many animals and plants that have harnessed the air is evident in Nature's Flyers: Birds, Insects, and the Biomechanics of Flight , a detailed account of our current scientific understanding of the primary aspects of flight in nature. Instead of relying on elaborate mathematical equations, Alexander explains the physical basis of flight with sharp prose and clear diagrams. Drawing upon bats, birds, insects, pterosaurs, and even winged seeds, he details the basic operating principles of wings and then moves progressively through more complex modes of animal flight, including gliding, flapping, and maneuvering. In addition to summarizing the latest thinking about flight's energy costs, Alexander presents a holistic view of flight and its ramifications as he explores the ecology and evolution of flying animals, addressing behaviorally important topics such as migration and navigation. With somewhat surprising answers, the author then concludes his study by examining the extent to which natural flight has been inspiring or instructive for the architects of human flight--airplane designers and engineers.
LC Classification Number
QP310.F5A54 2002
Artikelbeschreibung des Verkäufers
Info zu diesem Verkäufer
Bright's Compendium
100% positive Bewertungen•3.0 Tsd. Artikel verkauft
Angemeldet als privater VerkäuferDaher finden verbraucherschützende Vorschriften, die sich aus dem EU-Verbraucherrecht ergeben, keine Anwendung. Der eBay-Käuferschutz gilt dennoch für die meisten Käufe.
Verkäuferbewertungen (1'114)
Dieser Artikel (1)
Alle Artikel (1'114)
- s***e (216)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzter MonatBestätigter KaufBook arrived in secure and protective packaging, in very good condition (as described--no nicks or tears or bumps, only light wear). A++++
- s***e (216)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzter MonatBestätigter KaufBook arrived in secure and protective packaging, in very good condition (as described--no nicks or tears or bumps, only light wear). A++++
- e***a (3861)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzter MonatBestätigter KaufWell packaged. Items are are in like new condition. Thank you!
- 1***j (81)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzter MonatBestätigter KaufExcellent purchase! Other than some underlining, the quality and condition of the book is great! Appearance is solid and no problem with the binding! An added value to my collection!
Noch mehr entdecken:
- Bücher über Fliegen Sachbuch,
- Deutsche Bücher über Fliegen Sachbuch,
- Bücher im Taschenbuch Sachbuch Fliegen,
- Bücher über Fliegen Sachbuch als gebundene Ausgabe,
- Bücher über Fliegen Sachbuch Ab 2010,
- Natur- & - Umwelt-Sachbuch Bücher über Natur,
- Bücher über Vögel,
- Bücher über Natur Sachbuch Bilder,
- Natur- & - Umwelt-Sachbuch Bücher,
- Bücher über Natur Sachbuch Jugendliche
Bright's Compendium
100% positive Bewertungen•3.0 Tsd. Artikel verkauft
Angemeldet als privater VerkäuferDaher finden verbraucherschützende Vorschriften, die sich aus dem EU-Verbraucherrecht ergeben, keine Anwendung. Der eBay-Käuferschutz gilt dennoch für die meisten Käufe.
Verkäuferbewertungen (1'114)
Dieser Artikel (1)
Alle Artikel (1'114)
- s***e (216)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzter MonatBestätigter KaufBook arrived in secure and protective packaging, in very good condition (as described--no nicks or tears or bumps, only light wear). A++++
- s***e (216)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzter MonatBestätigter KaufBook arrived in secure and protective packaging, in very good condition (as described--no nicks or tears or bumps, only light wear). A++++
- e***a (3861)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzter MonatBestätigter KaufWell packaged. Items are are in like new condition. Thank you!
- 1***j (81)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzter MonatBestätigter KaufExcellent purchase! Other than some underlining, the quality and condition of the book is great! Appearance is solid and no problem with the binding! An added value to my collection!