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    • Air Transport: A Computer Science Perspective

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Sebastian Wandelt + 1 more
      • English
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      Air Transport: A Computer Science Perspective thoroughly examines the integration of computer science principles in the field of air transportation. Bridging the gap between theory and real-world applications, it delves into automation, complex problem-solving, and cutting-edge technology in aviation. Authored by a seasoned team of a computer scientist and an airspace engineer, it offers a unique blend of expertise that highlights practical applications of algorithms, data structures, and optimization techniques essential for enhancing flight operations and enabling autonomous systems. Readers will gain insights into the latest regulatory frameworks, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the evolving air transport landscape.Structured in five parts, the book begins with foundational concepts such as computational complexity and intelligence. It then delves into critical aspects of airline operations, including network design, flight scheduling, fleet assignment, and aircraft routing. The exploration continues with airport operations, focusing on gate assignment, ground vehicle allocation, and delay prediction. In the realm of air traffic flow management, readers will discover trajectory optimization, airspace sectorization, and network resilience assessment. The concluding section summarizes key findings and provides an outlook on future advancements in the field.This book is an invaluable resource for a diverse audience, including transportation engineers, computer scientists eager to tackle real-world air transport challenges, and professionals in data science, software engineering, and aviation research. It is ideal for students in aerospace engineering, computer science, and data science programs, emphasizing practical applications that drive innovation and efficiency in the air transport sector.

    • Sustainable Soil Chemistry and Plant Nutrition

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Shah Saud + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Sustainable Soil Chemistry and Plant Nutrition: Innovations and Applications explores the relationship between plants and soil, focusing on plant nutrition through the lens of soil chemistry and biochemical processes. This comprehensive guide explores the dynamics of nutrient exchange between soil and plants, the effective utilization of plant nutrients, and the role of essential elements such as nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, iron, and rare earth elements. With a strong emphasis on the interplay between soil science, plant nutrition, and related disciplines, this book offers a deep dive into the spatial variations of soil properties, the impact of soil organisms on nutrient conversion, and the influence of environmental factors on soil processes and nutrient availability. In the detailed Table of Contents, readers will find a wealth of information covering topics such as macronutrient deficiencies, sustainable soil chemistry practices, plant uptake of soil nutrients, and the effects of soil pH on nutrient availability. Chapters also explore the role of micronutrients, redox reactions, soil minerals, and soil texture on plant nutrient accessibility, as well as strategies for manipulating soil fertility chemistry to enhance nutrient availability. With a forward-looking approach, the book examines the implications of soil amendments, environmental dynamics, and emerging research in soil chemistry for sustainable plant nutrition. This essential resource is a valuable reference for soil scientists, agricultural scientists, environmental scientists, and climate change policymakers. By providing insights into soil pollution, beneficial elements, and cutting-edge research in soil chemistry and plant nutrition, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to address the challenges of modern agriculture and environmental sustainability. Whether in teaching, research, technical advising, or production practice, this collaborative work of soil and environmental scientists offers a roadmap for optimizing soil chemistry for sustainable plant nutrition and fostering innovation in the field.

    • Multifunctional Carbon Nano-Onions Based Nanocomposites

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Ayesha Kausar
      • English
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      Multifunctional Carbon Nano-Onion Based Nanocomposites: Fundamentals, Design and Applications presents an in-depth exploration of carbon nano-onions (CNOs), focusing on their structure, synthesis, and the advanced properties that make them significant in nanotechnology. This comprehensive guide methodically discusses how CNOs are designed, fabricated, and utilized in a variety of nanocomposite materials. Readers are introduced to the unique microstructural, electrical, thermal, mechanical, tribological, and biological characteristics of CNOs, making this book essential for understanding their current and future roles in scientific and technological advancements.In addition to foundational knowledge, the book thoroughly examines CNOs' integration into a wide range of matrices, such as thermoplastics, thermosetting polymers, rubbers, metals, and metal oxides. It addresses applications in environmental sustainability, energy storage and conversion—including solar cells and lithium-ion batteries—as well as electronics, sensors, and biomedical fields. The text also considers the economic and industrial-scale production aspects of CNOs, alongside the challenges and opportunities in ongoing research.

    • Industry 5.0 Leveraging Technologies

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Ashutosh Samadhiya + 3 more
      • English
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      Industry 5.0 Leveraging Technologies: Net Zero Pathways Through Sustainable Approaches offers an important combination of Industry 5.0 innovations with net-zero approaches. It illustrates how this synergy can drive sustainable growth and create a lasting positive impact on both the economy and the environment. This book explores topics on AI, IoT, and advanced manufacturing with much emphasis on strategies related to carbon reduction and climate change. By highlighting emerging trends and challenges, this resource equips readers with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of Industry 5.0.

    • Anion Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells and Water Electrolyzers

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Noor Ul Hassan + 2 more
      • English
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      Anion Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells and Water Electrolyzers is a comprehensive guide that addresses the urgent need for sustainable and efficient energy storage solutions in the era of renewable energy. This book delves into the complexities of water electrolysis, a well-known technique to produce hydrogen, and discusses the limitations of traditional alkaline water electrolysis (AWE) and proton exchange membrane water electrolysis (PEMWE) technologies. Introducing anion exchange membrane (AEM) water electrolysis technology as a promising solution that combines the advantages of AWE and PEMWE, this book provides a comprehensive coverage of system-level fundamentals of AEM fuel cells and water electrolysis and offers a detailed exploration of the challenges and potential of these technologies.The first chapters introduce the basics of AEM fuel cells and electrolyzers and then delve into the electrochemistry behind AEM based devices and their operation and water management. The book further explores the role of electrocatalysts in oxygen and hydrogen evolution reactions, the use of anion exchange polymer films and ionomers, and the importance of porous transport and gas diffusion layer materials. It also discusses the design of bipolar plates and provides advanced characterization and diagnostic tools for AEM fuel cell and electrolyzers. The final chapters focus on AEM fuel cell and water electrolyzer stack design and the fundamentals of AEM CO2 electrolysis.Anion Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells and Water Electrolyzers is an invaluable resource for graduate students, researchers, and industry practitioners involved in AEM technology or working more broadly in electrochemistry, electrocatalysis, electrochemical energy storage and conversion, or electrochemical engineering.

    • Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes: Microbiome in Ecosystem

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Maulin P. Shah + 1 more
      • English
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      Microbiome in Ecosystem: A Sustainable Approach for Wastewater Treatment: Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes delves deeply into the pioneering use of microbiome for the sustainable treatment of waste water. The book examines the biochemical, physicochemical, and molecular pathways of microbes involved in waste water treatment processes, elucidating their indispensable contributions to environmental preservation and sustainable development. From the exploration of microbiome-generated nanoparticles to the discourse on bioengineering methodologies and the synthesis of bioactive metabolites and enzymes, the book provides a thorough analysis of state-of-the-art techniques and advancements in the field. The book reveals invaluable insights into the microbiome of diverse ecosystems, including their multifaceted functions, interactions, and the underlying molecular, genetic, and biochemical processes relevant to waste water treatment. Emphasizing global challenges and offering forward-looking perspectives, the book serves as an essential reference for students, researchers, scientists, and professionals across various disciplines such as biotechnology, microbiology, environmental science, and waste treatment engineering.

    • Metal-ion Capacitors

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Debasish Sarkar
      • English
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      Metal-ion capacitors based on monovalent and multivalent ions show great potential to replace existing battery materials in fields where both high energy and high power densities are simultaneously required. Metal-ion Capacitors: Fundamentals, Materials, Characterization, and Developments provides a comprehensive understanding of this cutting-edge energy storage technology, exploring the underlying principles, materials, and design considerations. The book offers practical guidance, including fabrication techniques, design strategies, and characterization methods, enabling readers to implement technological advancements effectively. It explores diverse applications of metal-ion capacitors across industries such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, and consumer electronics, fostering the development of more sustainable and efficient energy solutions. The book will empower researchers, engineers, and students alike with the expertise needed to develop and optimize metal-ion capacitor technology for various applications.

    • Transforming Industries, Empowering Societies

      • 1st Edition
      • January 12, 2026
      • Parikshit Narendra Mahalle + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      With the ever-increasing use of AI technologies, ethical considerations take on greater importance. Human-centric AI emphasizes transparency, making sure that AI systems work in a way that users can comprehend and trust. Additionally, it addresses bias and discrimination issues, ensuring fairness and inclusion in the design and implementation of AI apps. By emphasizing user experience, security, and human-centric AI, the goal is to improve collaboration between people and machines, rather than replacing human decisions, creating a future where technology is a force for good, benefiting both businesses and society. Written from a technological point of view, Industry 5.0 for Society 5.0 explores the impact of cutting-edge technologies, including the Internet of Things, cloud, artificial intelligence, and digital twin, on individuals and community, and considers how they can be used to solve societal problems. The book considers how these technologies can positively affect industry, healthcare, agriculture, design and manufacture, contributing to the development of a sustainable environment that ultimately creates a positive and mutually beneficial relationship between people and AI.

    • Internet of Multimedia Things Security

      • 1st Edition
      • January 12, 2026
      • Gururaj H L + 3 more
      • English
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      The proliferation of IoT devices and the exponential growth of multimedia brings opportunities and challenges. IoMT has uses in a variety of fields, including healthcare, education, agriculture, communication and entertainment, but IoMT networks are susceptible to security issues that must be addressed. Internet of Multimedia Things Security: Tools and Applications introduces the principles behind the IoMT by exploring three converging three domains: Internet of Things, Data Security, and Multimedia. It covers vulnerabilities such as cyber-attacks, unauthorized access, data breaches, and privacy preservation, and provides case studies to assist research students and engineers in securely incorporate multimedia into their applications.

    • Federated Learning for the Metaverse

      • 1st Edition
      • January 11, 2026
      • Noor Zaman Jhanjhi + 3 more
      • English
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      Federated Learning for the Metaverse: Applications in Virtual Environments provides readers with insights into how federated learning, a decentralized machine learning paradigm, can be strategically applied to address critical aspects of the metaverse. The book covers a wide range of topics, including privacy-preserving personalization, security, collaboration, adaptive learning environments, real-time communication, decentralized governance, language understanding, immersive learning experiences, avatar customization, and dynamic scene rendering.

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