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  • Water Sustainability and Predictive Modelling

    Insights for Sustainable Water Management
    • 1st Edition
    • Manish Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Water Sustainability and Predictive Modelling addresses one of the most urgent challenges of our time—managing water resources in an era marked by climate change, urban growth, and increasing demand. This comprehensive volume traces the evolution of water management from traditional practices to innovative, data-driven solutions. By harnessing the power of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced hydrological modeling, it showcases how predictive approaches can accurately forecast water availability, identify risks, and support sustainable decision-making. Designed for students, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders, this book offers practical insights into optimizing water use. Featuring real-world case studies and expert perspectives, it provides actionable strategies to enhance water security, promote resource efficiency, and foster resilient water governance. Whether addressing water scarcity, flood risks, or climate impacts, this volume empowers readers to drive innovation and build a sustainable water future.

  • Weather, Climate and Seasons in the Solar System

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 2
    • Jean-Pierre Williams + 3 more
    • English
    Weather, Climate and Seasons Across the Solar System comprises a comprehensive exploration of atmosphere dynamics on lunar and planetary bodies across our Solar System, including the study of atmosphere/surface interactions. Richly illustrated with data, lab and field models, analogues and images from space probes, telescopic observations and landers/rovers, this book presents a compelling overview, narrative and study of planetary evolution that is ideal for researchers, educators, and enthusiasts alike. It serves as both a reference and an engaging read, inviting readers to contemplate the vast complexities of weather, climate and seasons for planetary and lunar bodies for and near in the Solar System.From storms on Jupiter and the outer gas giants to the surface gradients of temperature on Mars and the seasonality of associated surface changes, students, researchers, and practitioners will gain insights into how these processes have evolved over time and the factors influencing them.

  • Bacterial Nanocellulose

    Biosynthesis, Functionalization, Applications, and Sustainability Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • Ahmad Ilyas Rushdan + 4 more
    • English
    Bacterial Nanocellulose: Biosynthesis, Functionalization, Applications, and Sustainability Challenges provides a comprehensive overview of bacterial nanocellulose (BNC), highlighting its versatility as a bio-based material with potential application across several fields. The book begins with an introduction to BNC, detailing how it is produced through bacterial biosynthesis, including a discussion on the mechanisms of production, the factors that influence quality, and the analytical techniques used to study BNC. The second part of the book focuses on functionalization methods, including chemical, biological, and physical modifications that improve BNC properties for various uses. The following section covers a wide range of applications for BNC, including its use in biomedicine, electronics, energy, packaging, cosmetics, food, textiles, and more. The final section addresses sustainability, reviewing the recycling and reusability of BNC, life-cycle assessments, and its environmental impacts. This book is an essential resource for materials scientists, polymer scientists, and nanotechnology researchers interested in the development, production, and applications of bacterial nanocellulose.

  • Enzymatic Treatment of Biomass for Energy

    Biochemical Methods
    • 1st Edition
    • Dan Bahadur Pal + 2 more
    • English
    Enzymatic Treatment of Biomass for Energy: Biochemical Methods offers an in-depth exploration of biochemical conversion pathways that harness enzymatic systems to efficiently produce biofuels and biogas from lignocellulosic and agro-industrial biomass. This reference addresses key enzymatic hydrolysis mechanisms, pretreatment strategies, and process variables critical for optimizing biochemical energy generation.The book covers enzymatic biofuel production routes including bioethanol, biodiesel, biohydrogen, and biogas, with emphasis on valorizing food and agro-waste streams. It also presents process intensification, enzyme immobilization, and cutting-edge tools like machine learning and genetic engineering to enhance biofuel yields and process scalability. Techno-economic and sustainability perspectives complete the comprehensive treatment of enzymatic biomass conversion. This volume is an essential resource for researchers, technologists, and energy-sector stakeholders focused on advancing sustainable enzyme-driven bioenergy solutions within a bioeconomy and circular innovation framework.

  • Electric Vehicle Conductive and Wireless Charging Technologies

    Power Electronics for Grid Integration
    • 1st Edition
    • Yiming Zhang + 1 more
    • English
    Electric Vehicle Conductive and Wireless Charging Technologies: Power Electronics for Grid Integration provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements and challenges in the field of electric vehicle charging technology. The book begins by providing a clear assessment of the research history and context before proposing a set of implantation standards for both conductive and wireless charging. Each charging technology is given a detailed assessment, and the two are contrasted in a variety of case studies and scenarios. Specific challenges such as wide-voltage-gain efficient conductive charging and misalignment tolerance and interoperability in wireless charging are presented, with potential solutions.Critically... auxiliary systems from positioning to foreign object detection are put in context, and a practical assessment of integration challenge is provided. This book equips students, researchers, and engineer with a holistic view of the challenges, cutting-edge research landscape, and integration opportunities related to EV wireless and conductive charging.

  • Structural Health Monitoring and Smart Sensing in Construction

    • 1st Edition
    • Shun Weng + 2 more
    • English
    Structural Health Monitoring and Smart Sensing in Construction systematically integrates fundamental theories of structural health monitoring (SHM) with cutting-edge intelligent sensing technologies. Topics range from monitoring system overviews, machine vision, and advanced piezoelectric, piezoresistive, thin-film, and fiber optic sensing, to nondestructive methods such as acoustic emission and electromagnetic testing. The book also examines data preprocessing, statistical analysis, and AI-based applications, alongside practical aspects like modal identification, model updating, and damage assessment. Through abundant case studies and exercises, the book emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, aiming to equip readers with the skills to tackle complex engineering challenges

  • Transforming Air Cargo

    Innovations, Challenges, and Sustainable Solutions in a Dynamic Market
    • 1st Edition
    • Seock-Jin Hong + 1 more
    • English
    Transforming Air Cargo: Innovations, Challenges, and Sustainable Solutions in a Dynamic Market examines the rapidly evolving air cargo industry, addressing the critical factors shaping its future. Sections delve into the impacts of e-commerce growth, technological advancements, the COVID-19 pandemic, and global supply chain restructuring. Topics covered include commercial and regulatory contexts such as air cargo demand forecasting and revenue management, resiliency and sustainability, air cargo flow networks, economic development, strategies for reducing CO2 emissions, including the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and emerging strategies such as innovative approaches of air cargo carriers and key players like Amazon Prime Air. Final sections investigate technological innovations, including advanced air mobility and digital transformation within the industry.This book is an invaluable tool for industry professionals, including air cargo operators, logistics managers, and supply chain experts, as well as academics and students in logistics, transportation, and business management. Readers will gain critical insights into market trends and challenges, empowering them to make informed strategic decisions.

  • Bioelectrochemical Systems: From Fundamentals to Practical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Enas Taha Sayed + 3 more
    • English
    Bioelectrochemical Systems: From Fundamentals to Practical Applications serves as an essential resource for students, researchers, engineers, and policymakers interested in the fundamentals and latest advancements of bioelectrochemical systems. It provides practical insights into energy harvesting, water treatment, and environmental applications, while addressing challenges related to material development, system scaling, and sustainability. With real-world case studies and a focus on innovative, cost-effective solutions, this guide helps readers understand how BES can contribute to sustainable energy production and environmental protection, supporting global efforts toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

  • Industrial Metals, Critical Minerals and Transfer Processes: Effects on the Built Environment

    • 1st Edition
    • Robert Ayuso + 5 more
    • English
    Industrial Toxic Metals, Critical Minerals and Transfer Processes Affecting Human Health in the Built Environment provides a comprehensive examination of the environmental and health impacts of toxic metals and critical minerals within various industrial and urban contexts. The book explores contamination originating from smelter sites, detailing the geochemical behavior and isotope compositions of soils near lead battery recycling and copper smelters across multiple global locations. It highlights the pathways through which fine and ultrafine particles, as well as metals, enter the atmosphere and affect human health, supported by case studies from regions including California, Spain, China, and Sub-Saharan Africa. The text also investigates legacy pollution issues associated with abandoned industrial sites, mineral waste, and agricultural soils, emphasizing the persistence and bioaccessibility of contaminants such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and rare earth elements. Detailed geochemical speciation studies and soil contamination assessments underscore the challenges of remediation and the need for sustainable management practices. Health disparities and regulatory considerations are addressed through analyses of pollution impacts on vulnerable communities and discussions on cooperative management strategies.The book underscores the critical intersection of geochemistry, environmental science, and public health, offering insights into how industrial activities influence human well-being and ecosystem integrity. This work serves as an essential resource for researchers and environmental professionals seeking to understand and mitigate the complex risks posed by toxic metals and critical minerals in the built environment, promoting healthier and more sustainable communities.

  • AI in Cartography

    A New Era of Making and Using Maps
    • 1st Edition
    • Samantha T. Arundel + 1 more
    • English
    AI in Cartography: A New Era of Making and Using Maps offers an in-depth exploration of how artificial intelligence is transforming the field of cartography. The book begins by establishing the foundational concepts of AI technologies relevant to mapmaking, including the data requirements and practical implementation of AI-driven cartographic solutions. It highlights how AI enhances map recognition and analysis, enabling more efficient and accurate interpretation of spatial information. The digitization of historical maps through AI techniques preserves valuable geographic heritage while facilitating modern analysis. The text further examines automated map generalization and generative AI approaches that revolutionize cartographic representation, improving both the creation and usability of maps. It also addresses important challenges such as bias, uncertainty, and the explainability of AI systems, alongside the ethical and governance issues surrounding AI in mapping. These discussions emphasize the need for responsible and transparent AI applications in cartography. Innovations in AI-driven topographic and thematic mapping are showcased, illustrating the growing role of AI in supporting smart cities and digital twin technologies. The book also explores how AI contributes to resilience and sustainability in environmental management. Looking ahead, it outlines future directions for integrating AI with cartographic practices, highlighting the potential for continued advancement in this dynamic field. This comprehensive volume serves as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners, demonstrating how AI is reshaping the art and science of mapping for the modern era.

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