Friedman A. Industrial Mathematics. A Course in Solving Real-World Problems 1994

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This book is based on a one-year course taught at the University of Minnesota during 1992–1993. Its spirit and aims are best summarized by the quote below, taken from the preface to the student. The six topics are varied and interesting; they address (i) crystal precipitation, (ii) air quality modeling, (iii) electron beam lithography, (iv) development of color film negative, (v) the catalytic converter, and (vi) the photocopy machine.
Crystal Precipitation
Air Quality Modeling
Electron Beam Lithography
Development of Color Film Negative.
How Does a Catalytic Converter Function?
The Photocopy Machine
The Photocopy Machine (Continued