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  • Advances in Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of Power Plant Machinery

    • 1st Edition
    • Khadim Moin Siddiqui + 3 more
    • English
    Advances in Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of Power Plant Machinery examines the latest techniques for diagnosing and monitoring electrical machines in power plants. Power plant electrical machinery requires proactive maintenance to prevent failures, reduce downtime, and ensure safety. Emerging advanced and artificial intelligence technologies can help improve performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency in this regard.Chapters review fault detection, vibration analysis, thermal imaging, oil analysis, acoustic emission, electrical signature analysis, and monitoring of boilers, turbines, and generators. Additionally, the application of new and innovative technologies such as data acquisition, signal processing, AI diagnostics, digital twins, and machine learning to fault detection and boosting plant efficiency are examined. Case studies are included to demonstrate the effectiveness of these technologies in a variety of power plants, including thermal and hydro plants.This book is valuable to professionals, researchers, students, and educators interested in developing skills for maintaining optimal performance and safety in power plants.

  • Water Scarcity

    Disciplinary Perspectives and International Experiences Revisited
    • 1st Edition
    • Antonio A. R. Ioris
    • English
    Water Scarcity: Disciplinary Perspectives and International Experiences Revisited revisited delves into water scarcity and abundance by examining their evolution and the diverse responses they have provoked across the Global North and South. Through a multidimensional lens and edited by experts in the fields of water science, this comprehensive book explores trends in both inland and coastal regions, the complex interplay between urban and rural areas, and the pivotal roles of technology, community, and gender in shaping responses to scarcity. Drawing from scientific, academic, and grassroots perspectives, the book exposes how exclusionary policies, and technocratic solutions often perpetuate scarcity, while fleeting abundances are manufactured to serve political or operational interests. By critically assessing the moral, legal, and economic bases of water allocation, and highlighting both obstacles and innovative pathways to development, this is a necessary guide to students and researchers of Environmental Science offering and nuanced understanding of water scarcity.

  • A Microgrid Cluster Management and Internet-of-Things Framework

    Fundamentals, Protocols, and Case Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • Veerpratap Meena + 4 more
    • English
    A Microgrid Cluster Management and Internet-of-Things Framework: Fundamentals, Protocols, and Case Studies present guidance on leveraging IoT technologies to optimize renewable energy integration through microgrid clusters. The book begins by detailing the fundamental aspects of microgrid clusters, encompassing design, control, and optimization. This comprehensive grounding prepares readers for the exploration of IoT integration to harness big data analytics for energy efficiency, power management, fault monitoring, and cybersecurity.Chapte... present meticulous analysis of protocol selection for effective operation and control. Additionally, wired protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet, wireless protocols like Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, and IoT protocols including CoAP, MQTT, and HTTP are examined.This book is valuable for researchers and engineers working on flexible and renewable grids and grid integration.

  • Non-Destructive Testing and Structural Health Monitoring Methods for Additive Manufactured Polymers

    • 1st Edition
    • Magdalena Mieloszyk + 1 more
    • English
    Non-Destructive Testing and Structural Health Monitoring Methods for Additive Manufactured Polymers provides a complete overview of non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques and structural health monitoring (SHM) methods for additive manufactured (AM) polymers, both with and without fiber reinforcement. Methods for additive manufacturing of polymers are outlined, including modified fused deposition and selective laser sintering, and the book also discusses structural properties' fracture behavior and other mechanics of the polymers produced. The book then segues into specific NDT and SHM methods best used for evaluating AM polymers, such as THz spectroscopy, microcomputer tomography, ultrasonic methods, fiber optic techniques, and vibration-based methods. The structural differences between polymers produced via AM and those produced via traditional manufacturing techniques are considered as well, and the book also includes insight on methods of embedding sensors in AM structures both during and after the printing process.

  • Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering

    Foundations, Applications, and Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • Sedigheh Farzaneh + 3 more
    • English
    Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering: Foundations, Applications, and Technologies systematically details the principles, methods, and practical applications in healthcare of biomaterials and smart materials. Divided into five sections, readers are guided through each core topic, building understanding as the book progresses.This book begins with an introduction to essential concepts and historical development of biomaterials, with an emphasis on the key role of smart materials and their stimulus-responsive behavior, providing a foundation for understanding material selection and underlying principles. Practical methodologies follow, including synthesis techniques, surface modification, bioprinting protocols, advanced fabrication technologies, and AI modelling, training readers to design, fabricate, and evaluate relevant materials. Detailed biomedical and clinical case studies demonstrate real-world applications and problem-solving approaches, while discussion of limitations, societal and regulatory considerations supports critical assessment for translation to medical settings.Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering: Foundations, Applications, and Technologies is a key resource for researchers, academics, and postgraduate students in materials science, biomedicine, and biomedical engineering who seek a practical and comprehensive introduction to smart materials and their biomedical applications. It is also valuable for clinicians and industry professionals interested in exploring smart biomaterials for patient care and medical device development.

  • Communities at the Frontier

    Rethinking Government through Community‑led and Empowerment‑based Development
    • 1st Edition
    • Chané de Bruyn + 1 more
    • English
    Communities at the Frontier: Rethinking Government through Community‑led and Empowerment‑based Development is a pioneering reference that challenges conventional state-centric paradigms by highlighting the rising role of grassroots actors in sustainable local and regional development. Through interdisciplinary analysis and comparative case studies from regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and Europe, it examines governance transformations in contexts marked by inequality, climate vulnerability, and institutional fragility.Organized into five thematic parts, the book covers foundational theories of community empowerment, governance challenges in fragile states, social inclusion and identity, environmental sustainability and climate resilience, and a forward-looking governance framework for the 21st century. Chapters provide rich empirical evidence, including case studies such as South African municipal innovation and the rise of citizen collectives in the Netherlands. Contributors also explore the roles of the twin transition, arts, culture, and environmental stewardship in fostering resilient and inclusive communities.This reference is essential for scholars and postgraduate students in political economy, development studies, sustainability, and regional studies seeking integrative theoretical and empirical resources. It also supports policy practitioners in NGOs, municipalities, and international organizations by offering evidence-based strategies for community empowerment.

  • Synthetic Biology in Medicine

    Tools and Transformative Therapies
    • 1st Edition
    • Xie Zhen
    • English
    Synthetic Biology in Medicine: Tools and Transformative Therapies covers the design and optimization of artificial biological components, gene editing systems, principles for designing and constructing artificial gene circuits, cell engineering, delivery systems of artificial biomolecules, and the prospects and challenges of synthetic biology technologies applied in drug development. The book contains many application cases related to clinical practice and industry, offering references for solving industrial pain points.

  • Multi-Scale Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Efstratios Pistikopoulos + 1 more
    • English
    Multi-Scale Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering introduces a unified framework for modeling, analyzing, and optimizing complex energy systems, emphasizing interconnections across materials, processes, and sectors to accelerate future energy pathways and the energy transition. The book covers advanced mathematical algorithms, uncertainty management, machine learning, and life cycle assessment, supported by real-world case studies like renewable hydrogen production. Readers will find detailed methods for designing large-scale energy solutions such as power-chemical polygeneration, renewable integration, and supply chain planning, along with considerations for dynamic, environment-aware operations. The final sections explore the food-energy-water nexus and provide practical tutorials using the ENERGIA software platform. This self-contained resource empowers researchers, engineers, policymakers, and graduate students to develop innovative solutions for sustainable energy challenges and contribute meaningfully to the transition towards cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

  • Critical Risk Control

    Fundamental Knowledge and Case Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • Maureen Hassall + 2 more
    • English
    Critical Risk Control: Fundamental Knowledge and Case Studies presents an essential approach to managing high-stakes risks in industrial operations, aiming to prevent catastrophic health, safety, environmental, and business outcomes. The book offers a comprehensive update on the critical control management (CCM) framework, informed by the ICMM’s guidelines from 2026. It explores the history, fundamental principles, and current frameworks for identifying, monitoring, and maintaining effective risk controls. Rich with case studies—from vehicle crashes and airborne contaminat exceedances to underground fires and work at height—it provides practical insights into applying CCM across various scenarios. The book also discusses leveraging CCM to develop key risk indicators, forecast vulnerabilities, and enhance overall risk management performance. Covering topics such as risk assessment, treatment options, transient operation control, and integration with business systems, the book is a vital resource for professionals and researchers dedicated to safety, risk management, and operational excellence.Whether you work in mining, manufacturing, safety regulation, or academic research, this book equips you with the latest strategies and tools to advance your understanding and application of critical risk control methods, ultimately helping to prevent accidents and promote sustainable operations.

  • Emergency and Major Event Transportation Systems Planning, Design, Management, and Operations

    • 1st Edition
    • Brian Wolshon + 1 more
    • English
    Emergency and Major Event Transportation Systems Planning, Design, Management, and Operations discusses event and emergency transportation as a beginning-to-end resource, from the initial inception of an event with a potential set of conditions through to the return of normal operations. The book includes descriptions of a range of events and their potential impacts; key elements and stakeholder groups involved in the coordination process; and new, evolving, and planned assessment, communication, planning, design, control, and management practices. The content is based on both on both experience and research as well as a synthesis and review of practice and decades of modeling and simulation.Sections provide a background and history of emergency and major event planning then move to the history, trail-and-error development, testing, and implementation. It then reviews and synthesizes current practices and examples of recognized novel, unique, and effective practices, including practices that provide significant benefits at low cost. Next, it incorporates aspects of practice perspectives from agencies and individuals who are most involved with planning and operational practices. This includes not only transportation fields traditionally tasked with the transportation system planning, design, control and management, but also the allied fields of law and traffic enforcement and emergency management as well as towing, service patrols, and the military.

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