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Books in Chemical engineering

The Chemical Engineering collection offers content that combines research with foundational knowledge, practical information, methods and case studies, in a variety of areas, including biochemical engineering, catalysis, filtration & separation, colloids & surface chemistry, electrochemical engineering, energy & transport processes, materials chemistry, metallurgy, process engineering, safety & reliability, sustainable & environmental, to help chemical engineers address the challenges we face today, including climate change, global warming, health and nutrition, and alternative energy.

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    • Wastewater Treatment with Biochar

      From Fundamental Research to Technical Developments and Applications
      • 1st Edition
      • Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan + 1 more
      • English
      Wastewater Treatment with Biochar: From Fundamental Research to Technical Developments and Applications explores the transformative role of biochar as an innovative solution in wastewater treatment systems. With rising global concerns about water pollution and the impact of climate change, this text examines biochar's potential to serve as a powerful adsorbent material that supports cleaner water practices and contributes to achieving carbon neutrality. By bridging core scientific principles with practical applications, the book provides a comprehensive examination of how biochar can address environmental challenges while driving sustainable advancements in water management technologies.Beyond its focus on biochar's efficiency in wastewater treatment, the book delves into cutting-edge research methodologies and technical developments shaping the future of this field. It considers the scalability of biochar applications, challenges in implementation, and the economic feasibility of integrating biochar into existing systems.

    • Biocomposites and Nanomaterials

      A Circular Economy Approach
      • 1st Edition
      • Suresh Sundaramurthy + 4 more
      • English
      Biocomposites and Nanomaterials: A Circular Economy Approach explores the transformative shift from traditional linear economic models to the innovative concept of the Circular Economy. The book delves into sustainable materials synthesis and advanced technologies that cater to eco-friendly production in industries like manufacturing and process engineering. With a focus on precision tailoring of material structures, it highlights how systematic synthesis is revolutionizing material properties to meet the growing demands of diverse applications. The book is designed to inspire sustainable innovations that align seamlessly with the principles of a circular economy.Beyond its primary focus, the book extensively discusses biocomposites, bio-adhesives, bioplastics, keratin-based products, and pharmaceutical developments. Key topics include sustainable production techniques, heterogeneous catalysis, carbon sequestration, and waste management strategies. Real-world industrial case studies provide practical insights into transitioning to eco-friendly practices. By showcasing cutting-edge research and applications, this book serves as a comprehensive guide for integrating circular economy frameworks into material development and industrial processes.

    • Aquatic Resource Biorefineries

      Harnessing Aquatic Resources for Sustainable Production
      • 1st Edition
      • Meisam Tabatabaei + 3 more
      • English
      Aquatic Resource Biorefineries: Harnessing Aquatic Resources for Sustainable Production represents a groundbreaking exploration of how aquatic resources can be harnessed for sustainable production. This comprehensive volume bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications, encouraging collaboration between academia and industry. With topics spanning from waste utilization to environmental impact assessments, the book tackles pressing issues such as efficient extraction methods, biohydrogen production, and market potential for products like chitosan and bioplastics. As this work delves into innovative strategies and offers actionable solutions, it is an essential resource for researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders aiming to advance the field of aquatic biorefinery.In addition to addressing optimal resource utilization, the book emphasizes improving fermentation process efficiency, scaling sustainable practices, and assessing environmental impacts. It explores cutting-edge developments, such as extracting chitin and chitosan, producing biohydrogen and bioplastics, and estimating market growth for aquatic-derived products like carotenoids. By blending research insights with industry advancements, this text serves as a vital guide for creating eco-friendly biorefinery platforms and fostering sustainable decision-making. With its focus on bridging theory and practice, Aquatic Resource Biorefineries remains an indispensable tool for understanding and innovating within this rapidly evolving domain.

    • Applied Machine Learning in Chemical Process Engineering

      A Practical Approach
      • 1st Edition
      • Zafar Said + 1 more
      • English
      As machine learning capabilities and functionality increases, more industry experts and researchers are integrating applied machine learning into their research. Applied Machine Learning in Chemical Process Engineering: A Practical Approach serves as a comprehensive guide to equip the reader with the fundamental theory, practical guidance, methodologies, experimental design and troubleshooting knowledge needed to integrate machine learning into their processes. This book offers a comprehensive overview of all aspects of machine learning, from inception to integration that will allow readers from any scientific discipline to begin to examine the capabilities of machine learning. This book will then build upon this overview to offer worked examples and case studies, alongside practical methods-based guidance to walk the reader through integrating machine learning end-to-end. Finally, this book will offer critical discussion of concepts that are interwoven into the ever-evolving principles of machine learning such as ethics, safety and culpability that are crucial when working with machine learning. Applied Machine Learning in Chemical Process Engineering: A Practical Approach will be an invaluable resource for researchers, professionals in industry and academia, and students at graduate level and above who work in chemical engineering and are looking to automate, optimize or intensify their chemical processes. This book will also help professionals in other disciplines and industries looking into integrate machine learning into their work, such as though looking to scale up their processes to an industrial scale or conduct novel research.

    • Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering

      • 1st Edition
      • Joris W. Thybaut + 5 more
      • English
      Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering is a practical focused text that brings together the relevant basics for reaction engineering and shows their applications to a wide variety of examples, whilst looking at the intrinsic kinetics data acquisition, reaction mechanism elucidation, elementary step-based modelling and model-based design and optimization involved.The book aims at spanning the entire process from acquisition of the relevant data in dedicated experimental set-ups, over the proper treatment of the data and the corresponding interpretation up to the quantification of the gained understanding in a model. The latter aspect allows the reader to challenge the interpretation made of the data and design subsequent experiments or improve the interpretation/model formulation. The coverage is not just limited to the generic (theoretical) principles but will also carefully consider and explain their application to a variety of real-life applications including gas- and liquid-phase reactions, heterogeneously catalyzed reactions involving adsorption either in the Henry regime or at full saturation of the catalyst or combined homogeneous-heteroge... reactions.Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering is written primarily for graduate students and postdoc researchers in chemical engineering or applied industrial chemistry studying chemical reaction engineering and catalysis, as well as physical chemists studying kinetics.

    • Green Technologies and Innovative Future for Waste Management

      Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes
      • 1st Edition
      • Komal Agrawal + 2 more
      • English
      Green Technologies and Innovative Future for Waste Management: Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes delves into the global movement towards sustainability, focusing specifically on the critical role of green technologies within waste management. The book recognizes the growing urgency brought about by increased industrial activity and the unregulated discharge of pollutants, and thus, explores alternative methodologies that emphasize renewable resources. It offers a comprehensive look at how innovative solutions can help address environmental challenges, making it a valuable resource for those interested in tackling pressing ecological concerns through sustainable practices.Beyond its focus on wastewater and agricultural waste remediation, the book serves a broad audience, including researchers, scientists, academicians, environmentalists, and industry professionals. It aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and policy, providing insights into the paradigm shift toward environmental sustainability. The text highlights the importance of green and bio-based technologies for a resilient economy, offers guidance for students and faculty members, and examines future trajectories in sustainable waste management, fostering a diverse and informed readership.

    • Supercritical CO2 Extraction

      From Basic Principles to Industrial Applications
      • 1st Edition
      • Ivana Lukić + 2 more
      • English
      Supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) has become one of the most recognized and widely applied technologies in green processing, with supercritical carbon dioxide (scCO2) leading the way as the fluid of choice. It represents not only the first but also the most established industrial application of supercritical fluids, paving the path from laboratory research to large-scale production.This book brings together and systematizes the current state of knowledge on scCO2 extraction, offering both a comprehensive overview and practical insights. It begins with an accessible introduction to the unique properties of scCO2, followed by a clear explanation of the principles and operation of SFE. A broad spectrum of applications is then explored, ranging from plant materials to non-plant sources, agricultural residues, and food by-products, highlighting the versatility and growing potential of this technology.In addition to practical case studies, the book addresses modelling strategies and scale-up considerations, providing valuable guidance for translating experimental findings into industrial practice. Special emphasis is placed on integrated processes and real-world examples, showcasing how SFE has successfully bridged the gap between science and industry. The final chapter looks toward the future, outlining the challenges and opportunities that will shape the next generation of scCO2-assisted technologies.Supercr... CO2 Extraction is intended for master’s and PhD students in chemical engineering, biotechnology, food engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, and process engineering. It also serves as an essential resource for industry professionals seeking to understand and apply one of the most promising technologies in sustainable extraction.

    • Advanced Waste Valorization for Circular Economy

      Chemical Process Design and Simulation
      • 1st Edition
      • Jingzheng Ren + 2 more
      • English
      Advanced Waste Valorization for Circular Economy: Chemical Process Design and Simulation is a comprehensive resource designed to advance knowledge in chemical process design, simulation, and sustainability assessment focused on waste valorization. The book emphasizes circular economy principles and provides practical guidance for optimizing waste management strategies. Covering a broad spectrum of waste types such as industrial, municipal, medical, plastic, agricultural, and food waste, it equips readers with the latest methodologies, including simulation and decision-making processes, and explores Industry 4.0 technologies and circular supply chain design. This guide supports professionals, researchers, and students committed to building a sustainable future.In addition, the book offers learning objectives, case studies, and review exercises in every chapter to deepen understanding and support skill development. It is tailored for a wide audience, including chemical engineering professors, researchers, industry experts in process systems engineering and renewable energy, as well as environmental consultants and administrators involved in waste management. Undergraduate and graduate students specializing in energy, environmental, or chemical engineering will find it an invaluable textbook for mastering sustainable waste valorization and circular process design.

    • Piezocatalysis as a Sustainable Solution for Microbial Eradication and Wastewater Treatment

      Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes
      • 1st Edition
      • Souravi Bardhan + 1 more
      • English
      Piezocatalysis as a Sustainable Solution for Microbial Eradication and Wastewater Treatment: Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes offers a thorough examination of the principles and practical applications of piezocatalysis in modern wastewater treatment. The book delves into the detailed mechanisms behind this innovative process, emphasizing its unique ability to simultaneously break down pollutants and control microbial populations. By streamlining both pollutant degradation and microbial management, piezocatalysis enhances the overall efficiency of wastewater treatment systems. The text also explores the latest advancements in material synthesis and design, providing in-depth insights into how these innovations are shaping the field.In addition, the book addresses real-world implementation, offering practical guidance for researchers in both academia and industry. It highlights the versatility of piezocatalytic solutions for degrading persistent organic pollutants and eliminating harmful microbes, making it an essential resource for addressing complex water contamination challenges. The discussion extends to recent developments, ongoing challenges, and future opportunities, positioning piezocatalysis as a promising approach for sustainable wastewater remediation.

    • Modern Energy Storage

      The Key to Energy System Transformation
      • 1st Edition
      • Huaiguang Jiang
      • English
      Modern Energy Storage: The Key to Energy System Transformation is a unique reference designed to give students and researchers the most advanced information on technologies in energy storage systems.Energy storage is a complex system, often containing several energy storage techniques to complement each other. This reference covers those techniques by looking at li-ion battery-based energy storage systems and all indispensable technologies in different scenarios or real applications including Compressed Air Storage, Power to gas systems, Pumped Thermal, Liquid Air Storage, Thermochemical storage, and more.Compiled by global experts and considering latest advances related to full recyclable process, second use, pollution reduction, and low-carbon industry & economy, which will boost the real applications of the energy storage systems. By addressing the current challenges of energy storage technologies and potential solutions, this comprehensive text uses algorithms, methods, and programs as a technical-encycloped... for energy-storage-relat... areas such as Electric vehicles, Intelligent Transportation, Environment, and smart cities.Designed to inform, advise, and create discussion about the energy transition, climate, low carbon power and economy, the contributors provide abundant and valuable materials and references for the students, researchers, engineers, professors in in energy, engineering and environmental areas.

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