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Hydrogen and e-Mobility
Technologies, Integration, and Optimal Management
1st Edition
J. Jay Liu + 2 more
English
Hydrogen and e-Mobility: Technologies, Integration, and Optimal Management demystifies hydrogen-fueled transport, from foundational principles to real-world implementation and problem-solving. The book presents conceptual methodologies and techno-economic solutions for the applications of hydrogen in e-mobility, including system aspects of hydrogen-based mobility. This holistic approach covers essential technologies from the fundamental economic and technical assessment of hydrogen-capable vehicles to charging infrastructure, energy storage solutions, and urban public transport.Presenting a coherent program from global experts, this book supports readers taking their first steps in hydrogen vehicles and offers new insights to researchers and engineers looking for more advanced applications.
Functionalized Biopolymers
Design, Developments, and Applications
1st Edition
Swati Sharma + 3 more
English
Functionalized Biopolymers: Design, Developments, and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art, recent advances, and emerging challenges in the field of functionalized biopolymers. The book covers various fundamental aspects, such as extraction and processing methods, properties, classification, and characterizations of biopolymers. In addition, it discusses their applications across diverse industries, including biomedical, cosmetics, agriculture, electronics, and environmental science. Users will find an in-depth analysis of the morphological, thermal, electrical, mechanical, and viscoelastic properties of functionalized biopolymers.This book will serve as a valuable resource for researchers and professionals seeking practical guidance on the development of high-performance functionalized biopolymers tailored to diverse applications.
Machine Learning for Membrane Separation Applications
1st Edition
Mashallah Rezakazemi + 2 more
English
Machine Learning for Membrane Separation Applications covers the importance of polymeric membranes in separation processes and explains how machine learning is taking these processes to the next level. As polymeric membranes can be used for both gas and liquid separations, along with several other applications, they provide a bypass route to separation due to several fold benefits over traditional techniques. Sections cover the role of Machine Learning in membranes design and development, fouling mitigation, and filtration systems. Machine Learning in a wide variety of polymeric membranes, such as nanocomposite membranes, MOF based membranes, and disinfecting membranes are also covered.This book will serve as a useful tool for researchers in academia and industry, but will also be an ideal reference for students and teachers in membrane science and technology who are looking for new ways to develop state-of-the-art membranes and membrane technologies for liquid and gas separations, such as wastewater treatment and CO2 mitigation.
Nanostructured Carbon Materials from Plant Extracts
Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications
1st Edition
Sreeraj Gopi + 4 more
English
Nanostructured Carbon Materials from Plant Extracts: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications guides the reader through the preparation and utilization of carbon nanomaterials based on various biomass sources, including fruits, vegetables, leaves, pulp and other plant extracts. The book covers the fundamentals of nanostructured carbon materials and synthesis methods from a range of plant sources. Other chapters focus on characterization, analysis, simulation and modeling in order to prepare plant extract based carbon nanomaterials with the required properties. Final sections highlight key application areas, presenting methods and approaches to prepare these materials for specific uses. This book will be of interest to researchers and advanced students across nanomaterials, polymer science, composite science, sustainable materials, chemistry, chemical engineering, and materials science, as well as industrial scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in sustainable carbon nanomaterials.
Seafood 4.0
Digital, Physical, and Biological Innovations from Sea to Table
1st Edition
Abdo Hassoun + 1 more
English
Seafood 4.0: Digital, Physical, and Biological Innovations From Sea to Table serves as a comprehensivesource of information about the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) innovations and relevanttechnologies used in fisheries, aquaculture, and the seafood industry. The book is divided into fivesections, each exploring recent groundbreaking innovations and technological advances that enhanceseafood quality, safety, and traceability. These advancements hold strong potential to reduce seafoodwaste and production costs while simultaneously improving marine sustainability, enabling effectivemanagement of this valuable food resource across the entire seafood value chain from sea to table.The chapters address the current challenges and future research directions needed to accelerate theadoption of Industry 4.0 technologies in the seafood sector. Additionally, the book sets the stage forthe next wave of innovation, paving the way for the future revolution of Seafood 5.0.Promoting multidisciplinary collaboration and accelerating the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies,this book highlights how these innovations can lead to smart production, processing, supply chainmanagement, and consumer engagement, making it a valuable resource for anyone involved in theseafood supply chain, from production to consumption.
Electrospun Nanofibers
2nd Edition
Mehdi Afshari
English
Electrospun Nanofibers covers advances in the electrospinning process including characterization, testing and modeling of electrospun nanofibers, and electrospinning for particular fiber types and applications. Electrospun Nanofibers offers systematic and comprehensive coverage for academic researchers, industry professionals, and postgraduate students working in the field of fiber science. This new edition will additionally cover areas related to the area of biomedical, tissue engineering and drug applications of electrospun nanofibers with eight brand new chapters. Electrospinning is the most commercially successful process for the production of nanofibers and rising demand is driving research and development in this field. Rapid progress is being made both in terms of the electrospinning process and in the production of nanofibers with superior chemical and physical properties. Electrospinning is becoming more efficient and more specialized in order to produce particular fiber types such as bicomponent and composite fibers, patterned and 3D nanofibers, piezoelectric, functional, and nanofibers derived from biodegradable polymers.
Sono-Hybrid Advanced Oxidation Processes for Water and Wastewater Treatment
1st Edition
Slimane Merouani + 2 more
English
Sono-Hybrid Advanced Oxidation Processes for Water and Wastewater Treatment presents the latest technological advances research in sono-hybrid advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), including an array of cutting-edge water treatments with depth analysis of mechanisms, viable applications, and the advantages and disadvantages of each processes. The book expands on, and illustrates, the principles and consequences of ultrasonic irradiation in liquids, which is an essential component in understanding the degradation mechanisms in sono-hybrid AOPs. This will be a valuable and effective reference for students, researchers, academics, and professionals working in water and wastewater treatment.
Handbook of Hydrosystem Restoration
Groundwater Natural Recharge (GNR)
1st Edition
Saeid Eslamian + 1 more
English
Hydrosystem Restoration Handbook: Groundwater Natural Recharge (GNR), Second Edition covers the essentials of GNR with a range of global case studies that encompass the most up-to-date management approaches in streams. The book provides comprehensive methods for sustainable water supply through debris removal, along with conservation practices to assist researchers and graduate students specializing in this field.
Umphred's Neurological Rehabilitation
8th Edition
Rolando T. Lazaro
English
**Selected for 2025 Doody’s Core Titles® in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation**Deve... essential problem-solving strategies for providing individualized, effective neurologic care! Under the leadership of Rolando Lazaro, Umphred’s Neurological Rehabilitation, Eighth Edition, covers the therapeutic management of people with activity limitations, participation restrictions, and quality-of-life issues following a neurological event across the lifespan. This comprehensive reference provides foundational knowledge and addresses the best evidence for examination tools and interventions commonly used in today's clinical practice. It applies a time-tested, evidence-based approach to neurological rehabilitation that is perfect for both the classroom and the clinic.
Patient & Person
Interpersonal Skills in Nursing
8th Edition
Jane Stein-Parbury
English
Guide to becoming a compassionate, effective nurse Patient & Person: Interpersonal Skills in Nursing 8e teaches nursing students the skills they need to interact with patients as people – an essential component of building an effective therapeutic relationship and providing quality care.This invaluable eBook is designed to equip nurses to manage complex, highly emotional and often challenging interactions with patients and other clinicians. It takes a patient-centred approach, based on the premise that patients’ unique experiences are significant to the care they receive.Readers will learn the interpersonal skills they need for high-quality, safe care, with a focus on listening, understanding, exploring and supporting in situations nurses might encounter in a clinical setting.

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