by admin | May 5, 2025 | Dystopian & Apocalyptic |
Michael and Jamie live in Dome 17. The last place safe for humans, or any life, on a dying earth. They are adventurers who have explored other domes, but everywhere else is dead. Will Dome 17 meet the same fate? The committee has a risky plan to try out unproven technologies: a faster than light scout ship, and teleportation. Both technologies have severe limits. Only two people can be carried aboard those FTL scout ships for a one-way journey, Teleportation can only work when a receiving pad is at the target location. So, can they make both these technologies work to save the last of humanity? One hundred years before, the people of earth had built gigantic colony ships with enclosed habitats. They were filled with flora and fauna and people. These ships were launched into space knowing it would take generations to reach other solar systems. Those space pioneers would live out their lives in transition to a new world. But the colony ship program was considered a dismal failure. All of the colony ships were considered lost. Will Michael and Jamie travel to one of the colony ships? Will it be a derelict? Or will it be a chance for a new home for humanity? What will they find as they try the recovery of a colony ship?
Book 1 of the Colony Ship Eschaton series.
by admin | May 5, 2025 | Business, Money & Jobs |
Transform Manufacturing with Smart Production Systems
Smart Production Systems (SPS) offers a revolutionary approach to manufacturing, enabling production systems to perform self-diagnosis and autonomous design of continuous improvement projects with analytically predicted results.
At the heart of SPS is the Programmable Manufacturing Advisor (PMA), an AI tool that transforms production systems into intelligent, self-optimizing operations. Developed by Smart Production Systems LLC and backed by over three decades of research at the University of Michigan, PMA empowers manufacturing systems to identify inefficiencies, recommend targeted improvement actions, and achieve substantial throughput increases, often by 10%-30%, all without requiring additional capital investments. This patented technology (U.S. Patent 11,861,739) has been rigorously tested and proven effective by industry leaders, including GM, Ford, Toyota, and others. No similar technology is available on the market today.
Key Objectives of this Book:
This book provides readers with the insights and tools to harness the full potential of SPS. Key objectives include:
Introducing the core principles of SPS and their applications.
Providing the knowledge of the fundamentals of Production Systems Engineering (PSE), the scientific discipline that underpins SPS.
Offering guidance on using PMA for design and implementation of rigorous, data-driven process improvements.
Equipping readers with the skills to manage production systems in PMA-based SPS environment.
By studying this book, readers will have the expertise needed to transform their production systems into intelligent, adaptive operations capable of delivering consistent and predictable results.
Who Should Read This Book:
This book is intended to serve a broad audience within the manufacturing ecosystem:
Manufacturing Professionals: Managers and engineers looking to enhance productivity, reduce inefficiencies, and implement AI-enabled solutions without the need for extensive technical training.
Technology Innovators: Software developers focused on creating smart manufacturing systems and AI-based tools for decision-making automation.
Academics and Students: Faculty and students in engineering, business, or related disciplines seeking a thorough understanding of modern manufacturing technologies.
Whether used for self-study, industrial short courses, or as part of a formal curriculum in undergraduate or graduate programs, this book provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in smart manufacturing.
Additional Resources:
To enhance learning and facilitate real-world application, supplementary resources are available at smartproductionsystems.com. These include demos of PSE Toolbox and PMA, as well as additional learning materials designed to support the implementation of SPS concepts and tools.
Why Choose Smart Production Systems:
With no specialized prerequisites beyond a willingness to innovate, this book is accessible to a wide range of professionals and students. Whether you are seeking to modernize operations, explore cutting-edge AI-based tools, or position yourself as a leader in manufacturing innovation, Smart Production Systems delivers the knowledge and tools needed to succeed in an increasingly competitive industry.
Invest in the future of manufacturing by leveraging the expertise and technology presented in Smart Production Systems – your definitive guide to unlocking the potential of intelligent production and achieving sustained operational excellence. This is the only book on smart production systems published to-date.
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by admin | May 2, 2025 | Paranormal & Fantasy Romance |
Escape to a secluded island where magic, destiny, and passion collide! Heart of the Ocean is no ordinary paradise—its mystical powers bring fated mates together, revealing long-buried secrets and forging unbreakable bonds. This box set of eight steamy paranormal romances will sweep you away as powerful dragon shifters fight for love against all odds.
Book 1
A hidden island. A chance encounter. A love that transcends time.
Theo rescues Eden from drowning, but fate has bigger plans. A strange magic pulls them back in time. To survive, they must trust each other—and embrace the truth about his dragon shifter nature.
Book 2
A single mother. A reckless playboy. A second chance at love.
I was a man who never cared—until Kira. The island’s magic forces me to face my past and see what truly matters. When danger follows her, I’ll stop at nothing to protect the woman I can’t let go of.
Book 3
A scarred survivor. A healer with a broken heart. A love worth fighting for.
Felicity doesn’t trust easily. Archie has given up on love. But the island isn’t ready to let them walk away. As dreams turn into reality, will they accept fate’s gift before it’s too late?
Book 4
A dragon shifter. A surprise baby. A nanny with a secret past.
Keith’s world changes overnight when he learns he has a son. Stella is sent to help—but the island’s magic has other plans. When threats close in, Keith will fight for his family and the woman stealing his heart.
Book 5
A lost love. A secret child. A second chance years in the making.
Wren walked away to protect their son. Now, Blake knows the truth. The island pulls them back together, but old wounds still linger. Can they trust love again before the past destroys their future?
Book 6
A journalist chasing a story. A scientist hiding his true self. A love neither expected.
Kennedy is determined to uncover Cameron’s secret. But the island’s magic reveals more than she ever imagined. When she learns the truth, will love be enough to keep them together?
Book 7
An undercover mission. A forbidden attraction. A deadly betrayal.
Juliet came to the island to spy on Harrison. But the island’s magic has its own agenda. When her deception is revealed, will he ever trust her again, or will fate tear them apart?
Book 8
A woman on the run. A dragon shifter determined to claim her. A battle for survival.
Max rescues Nora from a fate worse than death, but she refuses to trust him. As danger closes in, the island works its magic. Can she see that Max isn’t just her protector—but her fated mate?
This complete series is filled with sizzling passion, powerful dragon shifters, and an island where love and destiny intertwine. Get ready for an unforgettable journey where magic always wins!
Warning: Adults Only
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by admin | Apr 29, 2025 | Action & Adventure |
Owen Tanner was no one’s ideal uncle. Lucky for Jesse, his uncle didn’t care.
Jesse’s parents wanted to give their son a taste of the great outdoors, but the boy got rotten weather, cabin fever, and his no-fun Uncle Owen instead. A quiet, reclusive man with a mysterious past, Owen prefers the storm and the porch’s rocking chair to the tempests and tantrums inside.
When Jesse’s boredom turns to heart-pounding fear, he and Owen must team up to save their family. To Jesse’s surprise, he soon learns his dopey uncle is far more resourceful than he could have imagined.
Owen Tanner might be a lousy uncle, but mess with his family, and you’ll regret he ever rose from his rocking chair. For Owen, merely getting even is for amateurs.
The Shepherd is a gripping and often humorous and touching tale of adventure and redemption.
by admin | Apr 29, 2025 | Literary |
It’s 1976, and MK Farnan’s family is unraveling.
After one sister dies and another takes off in the middle of the night, MK Farnan is left to search her small Connecticut beach town while trying to make peace with her grieving mother. All the Names I Know is a tale about the bonds between women, the weight of guilt and mental illness, and the power of storytelling.
Readers are calling it “elegant,” “well-observed and evocatively written,” filled with “exquisitely realized characters.” “Reminded me of Kate Atkinson’s best.”
