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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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Handbook of Power Electronics in Smart Grids and Intelligent Energy

  • 1st Edition
  • May 4, 2025
  • Muhammad H. Rashid
  • English
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 0 4 6 - 6
Handbook of Power Electronics in Smart Grids and Intelligent Energy is an expert guide to smart grids, intelligent energy, artificial intelligence and machine learning applications increasingly enabled by modern grid-aware power electronics converters. The work is designed to provide clear technical presentation with a focus on commercial viability, and it supports any or all aspects of a project requiring specialist design, analysis, installation, commissioning, and maintenance services. With this book in hand, engineers will be able to execute design, analysis and evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to the business policies and product/program requirements. The handbook supports power electronics engineers and researchers interested in new approaches to advance smart grid security, resiliency, energy management, energy efficiency, diagnostics and control systems and power electronics interfaces.

Comprehensive Microsystems

  • 2nd Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • Yogesh B. Gianchandani
  • English
  • Hardback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 4 7 8 - 5
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 4 7 9 - 2
The microsystems field has expanded to embrace a host of technologies, and microelectronics has now been joined by micro-mechanics, micro-fluidics and micro-optics to allow the fabrication of complex, multi- functional integrated microsystems. Comprehensive Microsystems, Second Edition, Three Volume Set, represents the authoritative primary reference source on microsystems and is now newly updated to reflect the latest advances in this exciting engineering field. This major reference work provides an exhaustive overview of the range of topics which comprise the microsystems field, including, design and materials, fabrication and packaging, optical systems, chemical and biological systems, physical sensors, actuation, electronics for MEMS and industrial applications. The new edition has been considerably revised and updated to include newer technologies such as ultrafast laser machining, 3D printing for biomedical applications, wearable sensors, microanalytical systems, and more. Each expertly written article provides a concise overview of a particular aspect of microsystems, and is accompanied by extensive references, guiding the user to the most relevant further reading within the ever-expanding available literature.

Ludwig's Applied Process Design for Chemical and Petrochemical Plants Incorporating Process Safety Incidents

  • 5th Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • A. Kayode Coker
  • English
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 8 2 5 - 7
Ludwig's Applied Process Design for Chemical and Petrochemical Plants is ever evolving starting with the first edition some 60 years ago. The volumes in this fifth edition provide improved techniques and fundamental designs methodologies to guide the practicing engineer in designing process equipment and applying chemical processes to the properly detailed hardware. Like its predecessor, this new edition continues to present updated information for achieving optimum operational and process conditions and to avoid problems caused by inadequate sizing and lack of internally detailed hardware. The volumes provide both fundamental theories where applicable and direct application of these theories to applied equations essential in the design effort. This approach in presenting design information is essential for troubleshooting process equipment and in executing system performance analysis. Volume 2 covers distillation, packed towers, petroleum fractionation, gas processing and dehydration, and liquid-liquid extraction. It focuses on distillation and packed towers and presents the methods and fundamentals of plant design along with supplemental mechanical and related data, nomographs, data charts and heuristics. The revision covers new content on divided wall column, and liquid-liquid extraction / design that ensure readers can analyze problems and find practical design methods and solutions to accomplish their process design objectives.

High Performance Basalt Fiber

  • 1st Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • Peng-Cheng Ma + 1 more
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 6 0 4 1 - 7
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 6 0 4 2 - 4
Basalt fiber possesses many superior properties, such as excellent mechanical properties, high resistance to the chemical, temperature and environmental attacks, and outstanding electrical and sound insulation. In addition, it is cost-effective and environmentally friendly because the raw materials are widely found in nature and the fiber can be discarded into the environment without any negative effect. Basalt fiber has attracted great attention as reinforcement for composites in recent years, and developed materials have been extensively used in transportation, automobile, aerospace, and civil engineering.Despite its many attractive attributes, and the contributions of basalt fiber, there are still numerous challenges to be addressed in terms of preparation, properties, and application. In addition, some of the merits of this high-performance fiber reported in the literature are usually inconsistent and incomplete, where intuition often prevails over rationality.High Performance Basalt Fiber: Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive and systematic review of the latest developments in this important research field. It offers a complete and thorough analysis of the correlation between the structure and properties of basalt fiber, as well as key methods and technologies for the preparation and application of this fiber and it related composites. There is also a detailed overview of the history of basalt fiber, as well functionalization and recent state-of-art progress on basalt fiber and its corresponding composites. The book will thus fill a gap in the field, in terms of not only covering the theory but more importantly the latest technologies.

Science and Technology of Silkworm Sericin

  • 1st Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • Sabu Thomas + 3 more
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 1 7 3 6 - 4
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 1 7 3 7 - 1
Science and Technology of Silkworm Sericin: Extractions, Modifications and Applications focuses on the development and performance of many novel strategies for sericin extraction, modification, and its application.This book includes contributions from leading researchers in the fields of materials science, medical science, chemical science, and nanotechnology from companies, university, government, and private research institutes all around the world.Graduates and postgraduates, as well as research experts, will find this book to be an invaluable resource (primarily in the field of materials science, medicinal chemistry, organic chemistry and nanoscience and nanotechnology).In addition, nearly every analytical approach has been covered. As a result, academics, students, industry, scientists, and end-users will be able to benefit from it.

Sono-Hybrid Advanced Oxidation Processes for Water and Wastewater Treatment

  • 1st Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • Slimane Merouani + 2 more
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 2 0 8 7 - 6
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 2 0 8 8 - 3
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.

Flame Retardant Selection for Polymers

  • 1st Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • Henri Vahabi + 2 more
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 2 2 4 7 - 4
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 2 2 4 6 - 7
Flame Retardant Selection for Polymers provides readers with step-by-step guidance on how to select and apply flame retardants for polymers. Written by experts in the field of flame retardancy worldwide, this book seeks to consider the types of polymers and their applications in different sectors, providing in-depth information about the beneficial aspects of choosing each sort of flame retardant and supporting readers in selection of the best flame retardant additives. Regional and global features of flame retardant development and legislations as well as future perspective from circularity viewpoint are also covered.This book is a practical guide and valuable resource to researchers and industrial professionals interested in fundamental principles of flame retardant selection for polymers, as well as the basic needs for processing and commercialization of flame retardant polymers.

Membranes for Structures

  • 1st Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • Josep Ignasi de Llorens
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 2 4 0 7 - 2
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 2 4 0 8 - 9
A growing use of membranes for construction purposes has recently been encouraged by their environmentally friendly characteristics. To offer a timely and extensive, research-grounded compendium on structures made with fabrics and foils, the most relevant facets of the state of the art are covered in two sister titles.Membranes for Structures: Fundamentals begins with a brief historical review of membrane structures’ development. Part One follows, discussing design fundamentals in the light of recent experiences and modern technological tools. Part Two updates knowledge of products and materials, with a special focus on multilayering, the incorporation of photovoltaic cells, and ETFE. Part Three deals with other considerations related to design and installation, such as acoustic performance, post-failure stability, wind loads, life cycle analysis and monitoring, pre-stressing. A look into the future is proposed in Part Four, where some interesting, present-day studies on sustainable building systems engineering solutions are included.The well-amalgamated contributions, authored by international experts, produce a comprehensive reference to keep students and researchers, as well as industry professionals and various other stakeholders abreast with the latest advancements.

Advanced Electrochemical Materials and Devices for Clean Energy and Environment

  • 1st Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • Zeba Khanam + 2 more
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 3 5 8 2 - 5
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 3 5 8 1 - 8
Advanced Electrochemical Materials and Devices for Clean Energy and Environment presents recent advancements, revolutionary breakthroughs, and unraveled challenges in the development of electrochemical materials and devices for energy and environmental applications. The book discusses the latest trends in synthesis, processing, fabrication, characterization, and properties of materials. In addition, it highlights novel sustainable materials such as natural polysaccharides, biochar, plant-waste, animal-waste, other waste materials as promising substitutes for use in next-generation electrochemical devices.The book also demonstrates crossroads research where the electrochemical removal of pollutants can be coupled with the electrical energy production, such as in biological fuel cells; desalination batteries/supercapacitors; and other integrated devices. This is a valuable reference for beginners, researchers, scientists, and professionals from a variety of sectors, including electrochemists, chemical engineers, environmental scientists, materials scientists, and energy researchers across academia and industry.

Pulp and Paper Industry

  • 1st Edition
  • May 1, 2025
  • Mohammad Reza Rahimpour + 3 more
  • English
  • Paperback
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 4 1 4 5 - 1
  • eBook
    9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 4 1 4 4 - 4
Pulp and Paper Industry: Advanced Technologies in Wastewater Treatment provides detailed discussion on the characteristics, environmental hazards, and human health effects of pulp and paper wastewater. The book discusses their different treatment methods and related challenges. These techniques start from physical methods such as sedimentation and froth flotation, followed by physiochemical treatments including activated carbon filtration, chemical precipitation, as well as biological techniques like aerobic and anaerobic processes. The book also covers application of advanced and novel wastewater treatment techniques in pulp and paper industries, such as ozonation, photocatalysis, advanced oxidation process, electrolysis, microbial fuel cells, etc., as well as challenges of industries, economic assessments, and future perspectives of pulp and paper wastewaters treatments.

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