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  • Digital Informatics, Visualisation and Virtual Reality in the Built Environment

    • 1st Edition
    • Samad Sepasgozar + 3 more
    • English
    Digital Informatics, Visualisation and Virtual Reality in the Built Environment delves into the intersection of human interaction, digital information, and the architectural landscape. It thoroughly examines the instruments and methodologies vital to sustainable construction management and urban planning. The book provides a detailed look at how digital informatics equips professionals to make informed decisions. Moreover, it includes practical examples, such as a virtual tunnel boring machine that uses real-time data for training and monitoring, risk assessments for modular construction in a gaming environment, and big data and GIS analytics to understand urban challenges.This comprehensive guide also showcases the use of advanced technology to address issues like urban waste management, bushfire impacts, and pandemic responses. Readers will find valuable insights into the application of digital tools in the built environment, highlighting the transformative potential of integrating informatics with traditional practices. The book is an essential resource for those looking to leverage digital innovations to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of urban development projects.

  • Piezoelectric Composite Materials

    Theory, Design and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Satyaranjan Bairagi + 2 more
    • English
    Piezoelectric Composite Materials: Theory, Design and Applications provides a detailed overview of the latest advances in this important research field. Comprehensive in its coverage, the book offers a detailed review of the theoretical foundations, practical design considerations, and wide-ranging applications of these materials. This book will be an essential reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, manufacturers, industrial R&D, and other professionals who are working on the development and use of piezoelectric composite materials for a broad range of different applications.

  • Recycling and Reuse of Composite Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • N. M. Nurazzi + 4 more
    • English
    Recycling and Reuse of Composite Materials presents the latest developments in this important research field. The book begins with a brief introductory section explaining the fundamentals of composite recycling including sorting and separation techniques for waste composites. Thermal, mechanical and chemical recycling processes are then discussed in detail as well as information on the additives used in recycled composites. The middle section of the book then discusses the various types of recycled composites that are currently commercially available and their related technology. These include thermoplastic, thermoset-matrix waste, metal-waste and rubber-polymer based composites. The utilization of lignocellulosic waste is also discussed in detail.The chapters address the challenges and solutions in recycling these complex structures for a board range of different applications. With its focus on idea generation and informed decision-making, the book will serve as a valuable reference resource for individuals engaged in research, design, and engineering across both public and private sectors, fostering a vision for sustainable product development.

  • Biomaterials and Bioengineering Approaches in Cosmetics

    • 1st Edition
    • Román Pérez Antoñanzas + 3 more
    • English
    Biomaterials and Bioengineering Approaches in Cosmetics explores the intersection of biomaterials, bioengineering, and cosmetic science, bridging traditional practices with modern technological advancements. Divided into five parts, readers are systematically guided through the development and application of cosmetics and cosmeceuticals, concluding with key case studies and industrial insights. This is an essential resource for researchers, academics, and postgraduate students in the fields of biomaterials, biomedicine, biotechnology, chemistry, and pharmaceutical science who are new to cosmetics and wish to gain a comprehensive overview of the field. It is also ideal for professionals in the cosmetics field who want to refresh their knowledge and better understand related fields.

  • MXene Quantum Dots

    Fundamentals to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Poushali Das + 2 more
    • English
    MXene Quantum Dots: Fundamentals to Applications investigates MXene-derived quantum dots, from fundamentals to synthesis and applications. It provides a comprehensive understanding of what MXene quantum dots are, their properties, and their synthesis methods, including knowledge of their composition, structure, and unique characteristics, as well as offering insights into a range of applications for these materials. The book covers the specific methods and techniques used to synthesize MXene quantum dots, including precursor materials, synthesis conditions, and post-synthesis treatments.In addition, it provides crucial understanding of the optical and electronic properties of MXene quantum dots, which play a significant role in their use in optoelectronics, energy conversion, storage devices, sensors, bioimaging, catalysis, and other emerging applications. The advantages and challenges associated with their applications are also addressed, as are the safety considerations and potential environmental impacts associated with their synthesis, handling, and disposal.

  • Advances in MXene Polymer Composites

    Synthesis, Structural Analysis, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Sunaja Devi K. R + 2 more
    • English
    Advances in MXene Polymer Composites: Synthesis, Structural Analysis, and Applications focuses on synthesis methods, characterization techniques, fundamental properties, and cutting-edge applications across various industrial sectors. It addresses the unique properties and performance of these materials, including mechanical strength, electrical conductivity, thermal stability, and surface properties. With practical case studies, the book explores innovative uses of these materials across various research domains, making it a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, as well as manufacturers and other professionals who are working in the development of MXene-based polymer composites for a broad range of industrial applications.

  • Ceramic Nanocomposites

    Interface Design, Processing and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Rotimi Sadiku + 3 more
    • English
    Ceramic Nanocomposites: Interface Design, Properties and Applications provides a detailed review of the latest advances in this field. The book thoroughly explores every aspect, from preparation techniques to performance testing and practical applications. It not only shares the latest research findings but also systematically summarizes various preparation methods and design strategies. Sections focus on the selection of nanofillers, interface optimization techniques, and how these factors influence key properties of the resultant composites such as mechanical strength, thermal stability, and electrical properties.Additiona... the book extensively discusses the application prospects of nanocomposites in high-performance electronics, biomedical, and energy storage, and conversion sectors, offering a systematic theoretical and practical perspective. This makes it a comprehensive guide for developing new ceramic nanocomposite materials and promoting their industrial applications.

  • Sustainable Novel Alternatives to Natural Sand in Concrete Manufacturing

    Recent Developments and Innovations
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Nadeem Akhtar + 4 more
    • English
    Sustainable Novel Alternatives to Natural Sand in Concrete Manufacturing: Recent Developments and Innovations discusses sustainable sand alternatives for making new concrete, including natural sand sources, treatment technologies, and the harmful effect of excessive extraction of natural river sand on the natural environment. Sections examine current research on sustainable sand alternatives and highlight the concept of sustainability measurement and economic analysis for concrete production when sustainable sand is utilized.

  • Tribology of Fiber Materials and Composites

    • 1st Edition
    • Vijay Raghunathan + 4 more
    • English
    Tribology of Fiber Materials and Composites presents the latest advances in this important research field. The book explores the friction and wear characteristics of various types of composites, namely polymeric, at both dry and wet conditions that influence the service life. Focusing on proficient tribological testing methods it examines the impact of testing conditions on overall performance. Along with relevant case study examples, the book provides valuable insights into the factors affecting tribological performance in a diverse range of different sectors including automotive, aerospace, and marine applications. Covering materials selection, test methodologies, and parameter choices, the book will provide valuable insights into the latest advancements on the analysis of friction and wear properties, as well as the factors that influence tribological behaviour for a broad range of composites made from different types of fibers. The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, manufacturers, and other professionals who want to know more about the tribological behavior and performance of fiber-reinforced composites and their associated applications.

  • Advanced Biomaterials and Biotechnology in Drug Delivery Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Kuldeep Vinchurkar + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Biomaterials and Biotechnology in Drug Delivery Systems provides a detailed review of the latest developments in drug delivery biomaterials and technologies. Sections cover historical perspectives and current trends in the field before exploring advances in a range of novel materials, methods, and technologies utilized in targeted drug delivery. The benefits and challenges of key biomaterials – such as polymers, peptides, and nanomaterials – are assessed, as well as rapidly-growing technologies and approaches such as gene therapy, CRISPR-Cas systems, immunotherapy, and biological response modifiers. Regulatory and translational considerations are also covered, enabling readers to make informed decisions in their research.This is a useful reference of use to academics and researchers in the fields of biomaterials, pharmaceutical sciences, and biotechnology. This book may also be of interest to R&D groups developing novel biomaterials and technologies for targeted drug delivery.

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