Since the introduction of voluntary assisted dying in 2019, a 'new moment' in the governance of life and death has opened up within the Australian context. This new moment demands new questions be asked regarding the regime and its effects in this new era for law, health care and justice. This collection brings together critical perspectives on voluntary assisted dying itself, and on various pr…
In Rethinking EU Consumer Law, the authors analyse the development of EU consumer law on the basis of a number of clear themes, which are then traced through specific areas. Recurring themes include the artificiality of the EU’s consumer image, the problems created by the drive towards maximum harmonisation, and the unexpected effects EU Consumer Law has had on national law. The book argues t…
Feminist Frontiers in Climate Justice provides a compelling demonstration of the deeply gendered and unequal effects of the climate emergency, alongside the urgent need for a feminist perspective to expose and address these structural political, social and economic inequalities. Taking a nuanced, multidisciplinary approach, this book explores new ways of thinking about how climate change intera…
This paper presents a comprehensive study on the design of cast steel components under cyclic loading. The focus is primarily on understanding the behavior of cast steel materials subjected to repeated loading conditions, which are commonly encountered in various industrial applications. The research aims to provide insights into the fatigue behavior of cast steel components and develop an opti…
Law schools currently do an excellent job of helping students to 'think like a lawyer,' but empirical data show that clients, legal employers, and the legal system need students to develop a wider range of competencies. This book helps legal educators to understand these competencies and provides practical ways to build them into a law school curriculum. Based on recommendations from the Americ…
This groundbreaking publication explores the unique challenges and opportunities associated with designing in desert environments, focusing on the principles of conservation and sustainable development. The book delves into the complex relationship between humans and desert ecosystems, highlighting the importance of thoughtful design practices in minimizing environmental impact and maximizing r…
This book focuses on the rise of transnational constitutional laws, primarily created by the interaction between national and international courts, and by the domestic transformation of international law. Through detailed analysis of patterns of institutional formation at key historical junctures in a number of national societies, it examines the social processes that have locked national state…
Smart cities are rapidly evolving, leveraging innovative technologies to improve the quality of life for their residents. This book, “Smart Cities and Construction Technologies,” edited by Sara Shirowzhan and published by IntechOpen in 2020, explores the intersection between smart city concepts and construction technologies. The book delves into various aspects of construction technologies …
This thought-provoking book examines the socio-legal mechanisms that drive EU constitutional tensions, as well as the role of principles and values in re-directing EU law and policy towards a democratic Social Europe. It addresses the current limits of Social Europe in relation to different areas of EU law, offering a critical assessment of the present status of EU integration. Covering areas …
The book features contributions from renowned experts in the field, providing a multidisciplinary perspective on small EVs. It explores the design and engineering aspects of these vehicles, including battery technologies, powertrain systems, and lightweight materials. Additionally, it examines the integration of advanced connectivity and autonomous features in small EVs, offering insights into …