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  • Ozonation-Based Treatment of Water and Wastewater

    Advancements and Environmental Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Mihir Kumar Purkait + 1 more
    • English
    Ozonation-Based Treatment of Water and Wastewater: Advancements and Environmental Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of ozone and related oxidation methods for eliminating harmful contaminants from drinking water and wastewater. Beginning with an overview of water resource management, pollution sources, and treatment limitations, the book delves into the principles and mechanisms of ozonation, including operational factors and impacts. Subsequent chapters include advancements in ozone nano bubble technology that are supported by mathematical models and reaction kinetics. Discussions of the practical applications of ozone-based processes in water treatment are also explored.A necessary guide for students and researchers in water science, this book provides a blend of foundational knowledge and cutting-edge insights presented in an accessible manner with real-world case studies.
  • Cellulose Science and Technology

    Recent Findings and Emerging Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Majid Montazer + 1 more
    • English
    Cellulose Science and Technology: Recent Findings and Emerging Applications presents the latest research in cellulose materials, including properties, synthesis, characterization, and applications. The book begins with an overview of developments in cellulose science, exploring biosynthesis, advanced modification techniques, and the challenges of molecular simulation in cellulose interactions. Further sections highlight recent discoveries regarding cellulose properties, such as aggregation-induced emissions, photoluminescence properties, and cellulose nanocrystals.Final chapters discuss applications in energy harvesting, wastewater treatment, and biomedical fields, making it a valuable resource for researchers and professionals in sustainable materials.
  • The Trans-Atlantic Research and Development Interchanges on Sustainability

    • 1st Edition
    • Heriberto Cabezas + 4 more
    • English
    The Trans-Atlantic Research and Development Interchanges on Sustainability is a comprehensive foundational look at sustainability science, developed directly from the outcomes and learnings of the Trans-Atlantic Research and Development Interchanges on Sustainability (TARDIS) workshop that has been ongoing since 2004. The book brings together the most thorough recent advances in concepts, theories, methods, models and applications to steer the course towards a sustainable and resilient future. It provides a source of information on sustainability science directly from the experiences of global sustainability scientists and their research data not found elsewhere.This book will be an all-encompassing source of information on all aspects of sustainability science for academics, researchers and students in sustainability science and any applicable science that takes sustainability into account.
  • Chemical Looping Processes

    Fundamentals, Current Status, and Future Perspectives
    • 1st Edition
    • Nader Mahinpey
    • English
    Chemical Looping Processes: Fundamentals, Current Status, and Future Perspectives is a comprehensive reference for researchers involved in chemical looping processes. The book provides a systematic grasp of the fundamental principles underlying chemical looping and its various applications in conversion and emissions control. It presents recent advancements in chemical looping technologies, current emerging trends, and future outlooks to address the challenges for technology commercialization. Each chapter displays the principles of the specific process, describing its thermodynamics, kinetics, oxygen carrier development, and reactor specifications and design.Finally, application details and benefits are shown, along with faced challenges such as process optimization and how they are addressed. Future trends round out this edition.
  • Water Remediation Methods and Wastewater Treatment

    • 1st Edition
    • Olusola Olaitan Ayeleru + 3 more
    • English
    Water Remediation Methods and Wastewater Treatment is an essential guide focusing on water reuse, wastewater, and wastewater applications for resource recovery and sustainability. The book's editors, all experts in the field, cover various physical, chemical, and biological methods which are being utilized to provide a complete remediation to an extent where wastewater could be discharged safely into inland waterbodies or could be possibly reused for agriculture or other purposes. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the current strategies and tools that are used to address water pollution and the efficient treatment of contaminated water sources.Using real-life applications and case studies, this comprehensive reference book is a necessary tool for students and researchers learning about waste remediation and wastewater treatment.
  • Satellite Remote Sensing for Forest and Environmental Monitoring

    • 1st Edition
    • Pablo Rodríguez Gonzálvez + 2 more
    • English
    Satellite Remote Sensing for Forest and Environmental Monitoring provides a thorough examination of the applications and methods of satellite remote sensing for analyzing and managing forest environments. From forest height mapping to biodiversity modeling, the book explores a variety of Earth observation applications across cutting-edge sensors and platforms. The book addresses the ability of satelitte technologies to observe and analyse ecological functions, conditions, and socioeconomic benefits for sustainable nature protection in the face of anthropogenic change, offering practical tools and strategies for large-scale forest inventories, fire risk assessment, and freshwater management. Satellite Remote Sensing for Forest and Environmental Monitoring offers postgraduates, researchers, and academics in remote sensing and geospatial technologies, particularly those focusing on forestry applications and related disciplines insights into environmental changes, land use patterns, vegetation mapping, and climate indicators.
  • Artificial Neural Networks in Chemical Engineering Processes

    From Theory to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Ahad Ghaemi + 1 more
    • English
    Artificial Neural Networks in Chemical Engineering Processes: From Theory to Applications serves as a comprehensive resource on artificial neural networks within chemical engineering, including understanding the fundamental principles, learning about relevant algorithms and architectures, and exploring practical case studies. This book covers theoretical principles, relevant algorithms, and practical case studies, this book covers artificial neural network concepts, architectures, and algorithms, with a focus on applications in chemical engineering processes. This book also addressed common challenges by providing practical guidance through successful case studies, offering insights on data pre-processing, model selection, training strategies, and performance evaluation. The book serves as a valuable tool for bridging the gap between neural networks and their practical implementation in chemical engineering.This book will be an invaluable resource for chemical Engineers, particularly researchers and industry professionals working in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. It will also be a very useful guide for Graduate and Postgraduate Students in Chemical Engineering and machine learning. Artificial Neural Networks in Chemical Engineering will also be a valuable resource for anyone working with artificial neural networks in other industries, particularly data scientists and analysts.
  • Renewable Energy Technologies

    • 1st Edition
    • Farooq Sher
    • English
    Renewable Energy Technologies is a comprehensive guide to the utilization and application of the different sources of renewable energy, highlighting how these technologies can help to tackle environmental challenges and global warming, and to support energy transition with enhanced reliability, security, and resilience. Bioenergy, solar energy, wind energy, hydrogen, hydropower, marine energy, and geothermal energy are covered in various sections organized by energy type. Throughout the book, emerging technologies are discussed, such as energy storage and artificial intelligence, and pathways to the adoption of renewable energy are explored. Supported by clear definitions of key terms and phrases, chapter objectives and summaries, study questions, and case studies, this book supports all those looking to gain a fundamental understanding of renewable energy and related emerging technologies, including students, postgraduate researchers, faculty, engineers, industry professionals, and policy makers.
  • Organic Electrochemistry

    Fundamentals, Modern Concepts, and Methods
    • 1st Edition
    • Antonio Doménech-Carbó + 1 more
    • English
    Organic Electrochemistry: Fundamentals, Modern Concepts, and Methods offers a comprehensive perspective on the essentials, methodologies, and practical applications of electrochemistry in organic chemistry. Addressing fundamental principles and applied aspects arising from the convergence of electrochemistry and organic chemistry, the book strives to deliver a broad theoretical foundation. It meticulously outlines methods and applications, catering to the interests of researchers, practitioners, and postgraduate students in these domains. With a focus on 'clean' preparative organic chemistry, sections explore the potential of electrosynthesis and elucidates the information offered by electrochemical methods, including their role in processes of biological relevance.Additional... it sheds light on the capabilities of electroanalytical techniques and underscores the importance of the electrochemistry of novel materials, such as organic-inorganic hybrids, organic polymers, and metal-organic frameworks in advancing the frontier of Organic Chemistry.
  • Innovations in Solar Thermal Energy

    Techniques to Enhance Photovoltaic-Thermal System Efficiency
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohsen Sheikholeslami
    • English
    Innovations in Solar Thermal Energy: Techniques to Enhance Photovoltaic-Thermal System Efficiency delves into the transformative potential of solar thermal energy as a pivotal solution to modern energy challenges. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of state-of-the-art advancements, strategies, and innovations in photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) systems, with a focus on improving their efficiency and sustainability. From understanding the principles behind solar harnessing to addressing practical challenges in system integration, the text serves as an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and energy enthusiasts aiming to revolutionize renewable energy technologies and contribute to a sustainable future through optimized solar solutions.Beyond its technical insights, the book also addresses broader applications, including innovative design techniques, economic implications, and emerging technologies in the field. With clear illustrations and case studies, it offers actionable knowledge for both academic and industrial professionals.