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  • Advancements in Nanotechnology for Electronics and Healthcare

    From Materials to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Ratneshwar Kumar Ratnesh + 3 more
    • English
    Advancements in Nanotechnology for Electronics and Healthcare: From Materials to Applications provides a comprehensive overview on the foundational principles, cutting-edge applications, and emerging trends related to applications of nanotechnology in electronics and healthcare. The book begins with a discussion on synthesis, fabrication, and characterization of nanomaterials, emphasizing their electronic, optical, and magnetic properties critical for device performance. Chapters also detail the integration of nanoscale structures in semiconductor manufacturing, flexible and wearable electronics, and high-speed computing architectures, including quantum dots, nanotubes, and nanowires. The application of AI-driven methods for nanomaterial design and process optimization is discussed, highlighting predictive modeling approaches. The following chapters focus on biomedical applications, reviewing topics such as plasmonic sensor development, nanocomposite ferrites for biomedical diagnostics, and nanoelectronics in minimally invasive medical devices. The book also addresses state-of-the-art nanofabrication techniques and discusses technical challenges related to scalability, material stability, and system integration. This book is a valuable resource for researchers and scientists who want to learn more about nanoscale materials and their diverse applications in electronics and biomedicine.

  • Intelligent Cockpit Design in the Automotive Industry

    Architecture, Principles, and Automotive-Grade Chips
    • 1st Edition
    • Huimin Zhang
    • English
    Intelligent Cockpit Design in the Automotive Industry: Architecture, Principles, and Automotive-Grade Chips provides a comprehensive analysis of the principles and architecture of multiple subsystems, basic software, and applications/service... of the intelligent cockpit. It also reviews the principles and practices of the underlying technology of SoC or System on a Chip (SoCs integrate multiple components onto a single chip, offering advantages like reduced power consumption, smaller form factors, and enhanced performance). Sections focus on the origins, background, and system architecture of the intelligent cockpit and the architecture, principles, and core technologies of the software and hardware technologies required for the intelligent cockpit.Content covers vehicle buses, high-speed video transmission technology, data connection technology, display subsystems, visual subsystems, audio subsystems, basic software, applications, and services. The final part mainly focuses on the technical principles, design examples, and development trends of intelligent cockpit SoCs, covering cockpit SoC computing power evaluation standards, SoC design principles, automotive-grade chip evaluation standards, functional safety design principles, and future evolution paths

  • Handbook of Coarse-Grained and Multiscale Modeling of Soft Matter

    From the Fundamentals to Scientific and Industrial Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Valeriy V. Ginzburg + 2 more
    • English
    Handbook of Coarse-Grained and Multiscale Modeling of Soft Matter: From the Fundamentals to Scientific and Industrial Applications provides a comprehensive overview of multiscale modeling of soft materials, with a special emphasis on the details of the coarse-graining process and the development of multiscale modeling workflows, going from chemical structure to mesoscale morphology to mechanical, physical, transport, electrical, and optical properties of final materials. Starting with general principles and the fundamentals of coarse-graining, the book then reviews particle-based modeling approaches (molecular dynamics and dissipative particle dynamics), field-based models, such as self-consistent field theory and density functional theory, and data-driven and AI-based models.Additional sections cover examples of various systems of interest (synthetic polymers, liquid crystals, surfactants, nanocomposites, and biopolymers), along with specific challenges and questions. Final sections cover specific case studies where modeling is used to help solve industrial problems in the fields of polymer recycling, personal care, energy, transportation, and others. Each chapter is written by a leading academic or industrial scientist working in the specific area.

  • Introduction to Atmospheric Nucleation

    Theory, Modeling, and Instrumentation
    • 1st Edition
    • Shuai Jiang + 1 more
    • English
    Introduction to Atmospheric Nucleation: Theory, Modeling, and Instrumentation introduces readers to the most essential and cutting-edge advancements in the field of atmospheric aerosol formation. Rapid advancements and growing specialization in the field make it challenging to gain a comprehensive understanding of the field. This book aims to provide a single resource, covering both the recent developments in theory, experimental and atmospheric computational modeling and simulation methodologies.The book builds solid connections between classical theoretical descriptions, molecular simulations and modeling, as well as laboratory techniques related to atmospheric particle formation. Part I outlines the theoretical basis of nucleation (including classical nucleation theory) and reviews the methods used in atmospheric aerosol nucleation research, giving readers a thorough understanding of the phenomena and research approaches. Part II covers cutting-edge theoretical and computational methodologies, introducing potential energy surface sampling and thermodynamic calculations of molecular clusters using quantum chemistry. Part III discusses experimental research methods, expounding the most critical technical progress in laboratory measurement through the principles and measurement analysis results of chemical ionization mass spectrometers and particle spectrometers. Part IV focuses on atmospheric modelling, offering valuable knowledge and insights into nucleation parameterizations, aerosol dynamics, and the broader climate and environment effects of aerosol nucleation.The book concludes by discussing real-world nucleation events across diverse environments, such as pristine Arctic and highly polluted urban settings, to illustrate the variability and complexities of atmospheric nucleation. Introduction to Atmospheric Nucleation provides an excellent introductory resource for graduate students and junior researchers in atmospheric chemistry and physics. While the primary focus of this book is on atmospherically relevant molecular clusters and their formation in the gas phase, it will also be of relevance to those exploring physicochemical theories and experimental research methods at the nanoscale such as in (nano)materials science, analytical chemistry involving high-resolution mass spectrometry analysis, and computational chemistry and physics.

  • Motion Planning and Dynamic Control of Autonomous Vehicles

    • 1st Edition
    • Fei Liu + 4 more
    • English
    Motion Planning and Dynamic Control of Autonomous Vehicles systematically discusses the content of vehicle autonomous driving motion planning, dynamic control, and testing while also integrating cutting-edge technologies in the field of autonomous driving vehicle technology research and practice. The book provides a source of information for both academic researchers and those working in industry on technological applications.

  • Autonomous Vehicles

    Enabling Technologies, Applications, Societal Impacts, and Regulations
    • 2nd Edition
    • Elias Panagiotopoulos + 2 more
    • English
    Autonomous Vehicles: Enabling Technologies, Applications, Societal Impacts, and Regulations, Second Edition offers a holistic and comprehensive reference covering all critical aspects of autonomous driving. This edition expands on the first by integrating the latest advances in enabling technologies and diverse applications, as well as addressing testing, certification, cybersecurity, and regulatory frameworks.The content is organized into six parts covering technology enablers such as hardware, AI, IoT, and communications; business and market analysis; ethics, risks, cybersecurity, and user acceptance; regulations, policies, and standards; applications and validation testing; and the future of autonomous driving with a focus on sustainable urban transport.This reference is an essential resource for students in informatics, electrical and computer engineering, transportation engineering, and intelligent transport systems, as well as senior research engineers, urban planners, and government transport authorities. It supports academic study and professional practice by bridging foundational knowledge with current research and practical applications in autonomous vehicle technology and policy.

  • Algae in Environmental and Sustainable Practices

    • 1st Edition
    • Pau Loke Show + 3 more
    • English
    Algae in Environmental and Sustainable Practices offers comprehensive knowledge on sustainable cultivation methods for algae and microalgae. It is designed to cover every aspect of algal sustainability, providing invaluable insights into achieving a more sustainable world to assist with pollution. Written and edited by a global team of experts in the field of phycology, this book emphasizes sustainable cultivation methods for culturing algae and microalgae in different medium sources like municipal, agricultural, and industrial wastewaters. Sustainable methods used in phytoremediation, harvesting, drying and the integrated upstream and downstream processing are described in order to create sustainable production, which is vital to understand how algal sustainability can be achieved.

  • Electrochemical Next-Generation Energy Microdevices

    Conversion and Storage for wearables and implantable Smart Technology
    • 1st Edition
    • Sanket Goel + 2 more
    • English
    Electrochemical Next-Generation Energy Microdevices: Conversion and Storage for Wearables and Implantable Smart Technology is an essential resource for researchers, engineers and industry professionals developing electrochemical micro energy devices. It covers fundamental concepts, advanced materials and innovative fabrication techniques for batteries, supercapacitors, hybrid systems and fuel cells, emphasizing nanostructured and flexible materials for wearables, biomedical implants, portable electronics and industrial applications.The book provides step-by-step fabrication, testing and characterization procedures, supported by digital content such as videos and manuals for hands-on learning. It integrates electrochemical techniques, machine learning and simulation to optimize device performance, while addressing miniaturization, cost-effectiveness, scalability, sustainability and commercialization.Re... gain an in-depth understanding of working mechanisms and electrochemical principles, along with state-of-the-art fabrication methods for miniaturized, high-performance devices. Coverage of nanomaterial synthesis, characterization and flexible substrate selection supports innovation in device design, while application-oriented discussions help translate research into practical solutions. By combining electrochemistry, materials science, nanotechnology and engineering, the book offers an interdisciplinary perspective that bridges gaps in existing literature.

  • Comprehensive Guide to Green Chemistry

    Principles, Materials, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohd Amin Mir + 1 more
    • English
    Comprehensive Guide to Green Chemistry: Principles, Materials, and Applications provides an authoritative analysis of green and sustainable chemistry, integrating foundational principles with the advanced materials and technologies that are transforming research and industrial applications. The book provides detailed exploration of green solvents, bio-based polymers, nanomaterials, photocatalysis, and advanced oxidation processes, highlighting their roles in minimizing environmental impact. The text further addresses sustainable synthetic methodologies, pollution control technologies for water, air, and soil, and waste-to-energy strategies within circular economy models, providing a holistic view of resource-efficient chemical practices.It equips professionals and academics with the knowledge and tools necessary to implement environmentally responsible strategies that advance sustainable development objectives. This essential reference supports the transition toward eco-efficient chemistry, enabling the reduction of pollution, conservation of resources, and promotion of long-term ecological balance across diverse sectors.

  • AI-Driven Approaches to Marine Waste

    Detection, Recycling, and Ocean Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Alok Prasad Das
    • English
    AI-Driven Approaches to Marine Waste: Detection, Recycling, and Ocean Sustainability explores the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), biotechnology, and sustainable management practices to address marine waste challenges effectively. From understanding the sources and impacts of marine pollution to leveraging real-time data streaming, edge computing, and smart sorting technologies, this book provides practical insights for environmental professionals, researchers, policymakers, and students alike. Filled with real-world case studies and a cross-disciplinary framework, this volume offers the tools and knowledge needed to implement sustainable, effective solutions that safeguard our oceans for future generations. Students and researchers will discover how cutting-edge AI models, microbial degradation, and circular economy strategies are revolutionizing marine waste management.

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