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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.

  • Methods of Surface Analysis of Heterogeneous Catalysts

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 57A
    • English
    This two-volume work provides an overview of the most common spectroscopic techniques which have been applied to reveal catalyst structures and surface characteristics in both model catalysts and those of industrial importance. A great amount of work on catalyst characterization using spectroscopic probes has been undertaken from both fundamental and applied perspectives. However, this general information is in urgent need of a critical revision. To undertake this task, a number of experts in the fields of structural and surface characterization of heterogeneous catalysts have contributed to this book. Part A provides an up-to-date review of the theoretical basis and applications of spectroscopic methods to identify catalyst structures (photoelectron spectroscopy, ion scattering, infrared, extended X-ray absorption fine structure, Mössbauer). Part B concentrates on catalyst surfaces. The interaction of adsorbed molecules, mostly on heterogenous catalysts, although some reference to model catalysts is also made, is discussed here. Vibrational (infrared and electron energy loss spectroscopies, magnetic resonances (nuclear and electron spin) and thermal desorption methods have been included in this latter category. The reader will find also a comparison of these well established methods with their recent developments which make them much more attractive. Therefore, researchers working in the catalysis field will find much to interest them in this book.

  • New Developments in Selective Oxidation

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 55
    • G. Centi + 1 more
    • English
    This volume describes state-of-the-art advances in fundamental and applied aspects of partial selective oxidation in homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, including electrochemical and photo-oxidation. Comprising 93 papers, this book will provide a valuable set of data on reactions of selective oxidation which will be extremely useful to catalyst and related practitioners, whether fundamentalists or highly applied, and to process engineers who wish to evaluate current findings in this field. The wide-range approach to reactions of selective oxidation will disseminate knowledge in specialized areas of selective oxidation, serve as a springboard for new ideas and encourage innovation and creativity. Being an up-to-date reference source for all those studying in this field, this book should be on the bookshelf of all applied and academic research centres involved in the functionalization of molecules by selective oxidation.

  • Lamb's Questions and Answers on Marine Diesel Engines

    • 8th Edition
    • S. Christensen
    • English
    Lamb's Questions and Answers on the Marine Diesel Engine is a comprehensive reference book for Marine Engineers and all seekeing a working knowledge of the marine diesel engine. This fully revised eighth edition has been completely rewritten. New coverage includes super-longstroke and slow-speed engines, and a new generation of medium-speed engines burning lower quality fuels. New purifier systems for fuel treatment, and the testing of fuel and lubrication oils on board ship are also discussed.

  • New Solid Acids and Bases

    Their Catalytic Properties
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 51
    • K. Tanabe + 3 more
    • English
    This volume summarises and reviews the enormous progress made over the past two decades in solid acids and bases, with emphasis on fundamental aspects and chemical principles. In recent years many new kinds of solid acids and bases have been found and synthesized. The surface properties (in particular, acidic and basic properties) and the structures of the new solids have been clarified by newly developed measurement methods using modern instruments and techniques. The characterized solid acids and bases have been applied as catalysts for diversified reactions, many good correlations being obtained between the acid-base properties and the catalytic activities or selectivities. Recently, acid-base bifunctional catalysis on solid surfaces is becoming a more and more important and intriguing field of study.It has been recognized that the acidic and basic properties of catalysts and catalyst supports play an important role in oxidation, reduction, hydrogenation, hydrocracking, etc. The effect of the preparation method and the pretreatment conditions of solid acids and bases on the acidic and basic properties, the nature of acidic and basic sites and the mechanism regarding the generation of acidity and basicity have been elucidated experimentally and theoretically. On the basis of the accumulated knowledge of solid acids and bases, it is now possible to design and develop highly active and selective solid acid and base catalysts for particular reactions. The chemistry of solid acids and bases is now being related to and utilized in numerous areas including adsorbents, sensors, cosmetics, fuel cells, sensitized pressed papers, and others. The information presented in this book will therefore be of interest to a wide-ranging readership.

  • Advances in Food and Nutrition Research

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 33
    • English

  • Catalysts in Petroleum Refining 1989

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 53
    • D.L. Trimm + 3 more
    • English
    These proceedings reflect the important role of catalysis in petroleum refining and the effects of factors such as environmental legislation on the industry. They also show the emergence of significant scientific expertise in the Middle East - the cradle of the oil industry. Participants from all over the world took part in the meeting and the book contains a well-balanced selection of articles from both academia and industry. Current trends in the oil industry focused attention mainly on heavy end hydrotreating, but other processes also gained their share of attention. An invaluable feature of the meeting was the two panel discussions where participants took the opportunity to obtain advance on many real and immediate problems.

  • Future Opportunities in Catalytic and Separation Technology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 54
    • M. Misono + 2 more
    • English
    The production of useful materials and the removal of polluting substances are fundamental to chemical technology, and in this respect catalytic and separation processes play essential roles. In order to cope with increasing demands to find solutions for the shortage of natural resources and global environmental pollution, rapid and significant progress in the technology is required.This book results from the successful seminar on Selective Reactions and Separation, held at Oiso, Japan, in February 1988. The seminar was organised by ASPRONC (the Association for the Progress of New Chemistry) as the fourth in a series of seminars on Frontier Technology. ASPRONC was inaugurated in 1986 and its membership comprises major companies in the chemical industry and various other sectors interested in chemistry. The aim of this seminar was to explore the frontiers of catalytic and separation technology and to discuss the requirements for its future development. The many interesting lectures and active discussions which resulted stimulated the editors to prepare this book. Each lecturer has written a chapter which represents a significantly revised and extended version of his original lecture.The book will appeal to many readers and will undoubtedly help to make a positive contribution to the future development of chemical technology.

  • Handbook of Paint Raw Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Ernest W. Flick
    • English
    Describes nearly 4,000 currently available raw materials. Data represent selections from manufacturers' descriptions made at no cost to, nor influence from, makers or distributors of these materials.

  • Handbook of Adhesive Raw Materials

    • 2nd Edition
    • Ernest W. Flick
    • English
    Contains descriptions of more than 2,200 materials available to the adhesives industry. The book includes Supplier Addresses and a Trade Name Index. Projected 1995 adhesives sales are $12 billion, with steady growth and expansion into new areas.

  • Agricultural Chemical Products

    • 1st Edition
    • Ernest W. Flick
    • English
    Describes more than 800 currently available agricultural chemical products covering a wide variety of uses. Only the most recent information has been included. Products range from pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides to plant growth regulators, animal repellents, nematicides, soil penetrants, seed treatments, composting aids, micronutrients, and specialty fertilizers.

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