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  • Introduction to Orthotics

    A Clinical Reasoning and Problem-Solving Approach
    • 6th Edition
    • Brenda M. Coppard + 1 more
    • English
    Develop the critical thinking skills you need to choose and fit effective orthoses for patients with injuries and functional deficits. As a combination workbook/textbook, Introduction to Orthotics: A Clinical Reasoning and Problem-Solving Approach, Sixth Edition, uses reader-friendly language to cover the theory, design, fabrication, application, and fitting of orthopedic devices. Ideal for use in the classroom or in the clinical setting, it takes an occupation-based approach and features case studies that promote clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills. This edition also includes a new chapter on 3D printing, updated evidence-based tables, and enhanced content on interventions.

  • Campbell-Walsh Urology 13th Edition Review

    • 4th Edition
    • Alan J. Wein + 4 more
    • English
    Written by the same stellar team that has made Campbell-Walsh-Wein Urology the preeminent text in the field, Campbell-Walsh-Wein Urology Thirteenth Edition Review, 4th Edition, covers all the core material you need to know for board exam preparation and MOC exams. From basic science underpinnings to the most recent developments in medical and surgical care, more than 3,000 questions with detailed answers help you master the most important elements in urology. The high-yield, bulleted format and identical chapter structure as the parent text are designed for efficient, effective, targeted review―providing exactly the information you need for exam success.

  • Knowledge Graph-Based Methods for Automated Driving

    • 1st Edition
    • Rajesh Kumar Dhanaraj + 3 more
    • English
    The global race to develop and deploy automated vehicles is still hindered by significant challenges, with the related complexities requiring multidisciplinary research approaches. Knowledge Graph-Based Methods for Automated Driving offers sought-after, specialized know-how for a wide range of readers both in academia and industry on the use of graphs as knowledge representation techniques which, compared to other relational models, provide a number of advantages for data-driven applications like automated driving tasks. The machine learning pipeline presented in this volume incorporates a variety of auxiliary information, including logic rules, ontology-informed workflows, simulation outcomes, differential equations, and human input, with the resulting operational framework being more reliable, secure, efficient as well as sustainable. Case studies and other practical discussions exemplify these methods’ promising and exciting prospects for the maturation of scalable solutions with potential to transform transport and logistics worldwide.

  • Nanotechnology-Based Sensing Platforms for Illicit Drugs

    • 1st Edition
    • Sayan Ganguly + 3 more
    • English
    Nanotechnology-Based Sensing Platforms for Illicit Drugs reviews different types of sensors that detect illicit drugs, with a special focus on the advantages provided by incorporating nanotechnology in their design. The book starts with the fundamentals, classification, progress, the current state of research on nanotechnology-based sensors, and an overview of materials commonly used. Subsequent chapters focus on the chemical interactive behaviors of drugs and their detection methods. It includes a thorough discussion on the design, fabrication, and characterization of sensors for illicit drug detection. Final sections provide an overall outlook on recent technological advances in drug detection devices and future research.This book is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and professionals interested in biosensors, nanotechnology, and their applications in illicit drug detection.

  • Biogenic Nanoparticles

    Interplay with Climate Change and Implications for Human Health
    • 1st Edition
    • Vishnu D. Rajput + 4 more
    • English
    Biogenic Nanoparticles: Interplay with Climate Change and Implications for Human Health provides an exhaustive exploration on the genesis, characteristics, and dynamic transformations of biogenic nanoparticles, unravelling the intricate mechanisms underpinning their far-reaching influence on the ever-evolving panorama of climate dynamics and complex ecosystems. The book will explore the myriad applications of biogenic nanoparticles across domains such as environmental sustainability, agriculture and renewable energy, highlighting their transformative potential to combat pressing global challenges.The multifaceted implications of biogenic nanoparticles for human health are included, meticulously dissecting their potential as groundbreaking agents in the realms of medicine and diagnostics and simultaneously addressing the critical issues surrounding their exposure and potential toxicity.

  • Smith and Aitkenhead's Textbook of Anaesthesia

    • 8th Edition
    • Jonathan Thompson + 2 more
    • English
    **Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles in Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine**For over 40 years, this award-winning textbook has been the core text for anaesthetists new to the specialty and other healthcare professionals involved in perioperative care. Now in its eighth edition, this high quality, clinically relevant resource continues to offer essential reading covering all aspects of anaesthesia in surgery.Covering day-to-day clinical practice in anaesthesia and perioperative medicine, from preoperative assessment and optimisation to clinical anaesthesia and postoperative care, this practical guide also contains an overview of the scientific principles that underpin these practices. It includes topics such as relevant pharmacology and basic physiology; data analysis and statistics; physics; equipment and monitoring; safety and quality assurance; general, regional and local anaesthetic techniques for a full range of surgical specialties. In combining these aspects, it has been an invaluable resource for generations of anaesthetists.Fully updated and now accompanied by ancillary videos, this book is ideal for all trainee anaesthetists including candidates for the Fellowship of Royal College of Anaesthetists and similar examinations.

  • Additive Manufacturing of Continuous Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites

    • 1st Edition
    • Xiaoyong Tian + 3 more
    • English
    Additive Manufacturing of Continuous Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites the additive manufacturing of continuous fiber reinforced polymer composites (CFRPCs), discussing their mechanical behavior, manufacture, structure, performance, and application. The raw materials involved, manufacturing processes for specific CFRPCs (thermoplastic, thermosetting, self-reinforcing), modeling, design, and failure analysis of these materials are each covered at length. An entire chapter is dedicated to their performance based on their structure and design, with lightweight composite structure, shape-morphing composite structure, and electromagnetic wave manipulating structure each studied. Embedded sensing by CFRPCs, mechanical metamaterials, and the applications of CFRPCs in aerospace, consumer products, and industrial tooling are each covered as well.

  • Imaging of Neurofluids, An Issue of Neuroimaging Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 35-2
    • Nivedita Agarwal + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Neuroimaging Clinics, guest editors Drs. Nivedita Agarwal and Anja van der Kolk bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Imaging of Neurofluids. Top experts discuss key topics in this burgeoning field to create a primer ideal for neuroradiologists and radiologists. Topics include the basics of neurofluids, animal models, gadolinium-based imaging, perfusion-based imaging, diffusion tensor imaging, PET imaging, and specific articles on perivascular spaces, parasagittal dura mater and meningeal lymphatics, amyloid-related imaging abnormalities, and Alzheimer’s disease.

  • Bio-polymerized Sulfur for Sustainable Practice in Applied Sciences and Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Abdel-Mohsen O. Mohamed + 1 more
    • English
    Bio-polymerized Sulfur for Sustainable Practice in Applied Sciences and Engineering explores innovative approaches in sustainable chemistry by leveraging renewable resources and sulfur as foundational elements for creating sustainable functional materials. The book highlights the potential of bio-polymeric materials derived from sulfur and renewable sources, offering new avenues for environmentally-frie... manufacturing. Additionally, the text delves into lifecycle assessment studies and the principles of a circular economy, emphasizing the importance of sustainability in modern engineering. The work emphasizes the criticality of sustainable practices, highlighting the intersection of bio-polymeric materials and circular economy principles, ultimately guiding the reader towards a more sustainable future.The book also presents an in-depth analysis of bio-polymerized sulfur's role in promoting sustainable development. It discusses how polymerized sulfur can be used to develop engineered products that align with sustainability goals.

  • Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Nanocomposites using BIOVIA Materials Studio, Lammps and Gromacs

    • 2nd Edition
    • Sumit Sharma
    • English
    Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Nanocomposites using BIOVIA Materials Studio, Lammps and Gromacs, Second Edition introduces the three major software packages essential for the molecular dynamics simulation of nanocomposites, providing detailed instructions on utilizing each. This content is accompanied by real-world examples that illustrate when each should be applied. Numerous case studies demonstrate how each software package predicts various properties of nanocomposites, encompassing metal-matrix, polymer-matrix, and ceramic-matrix based nanocomposites. Explored properties include mechanical, thermal, optical, and electrical characteristics. This is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and scientists working in the field of molecular dynamics simulation.All chapters have been fully updated to reflect the latest developments in the field, and this new edition has been enriched with additional chapters covering Al composites, machine learning, polymer coatings, and graphene-based materials and carbon nanotubes.

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