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Books in Earth and planetary sciences

Elsevier's Earth and Planetary Sciences collection brings together pioneering research on the complexities of our planet and beyond. Covering topics from Earth's structural dynamics and ecosystems to planetary exploration, these titles support advancements in geoscience, environmental science, and space studies, offering essential insights for researchers, professionals, and students.

  • Stratigraphy & Timescales

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 11
    • English

  • The Catchment to Coast Conundrum in Tanzania

    The Past, the Present, and the Future of Water Resources and Anthropogenic Activities
    • 1st Edition
    • Asukile R. Kajuni + 2 more
    • English
    The Catchment to Coast Conundrum in Tanzania: The Past, the Present, and the Future of Water Resources and Anthropogenic Activities is an essential book addressing the interactions between river basins and coastal and marine environments in the West Indian Ocean region (WIO). Key issues include water and sediment quality degeneration due to pollution, physical alteration, destruction of habitats, and changes in freshwater flows and sediment loads. The WIO region is experiencing rapid population growth, causing land-based activities to exert pressure on the marine environment, degrade critical coastal habitats, and alter freshwater flow and sediment loads into the WIO.The book emphasizes the importance of science-based ecosystem-centered management of river basins for the sustainability of ecosystems in the WIO region. It discusses increased human population pressure and inappropriate land uses in upper catchments as major causes of environmental degradation. This comprehensive guide aims to provide students and researchers with essential knowledge about the area and raise awareness on the significance of river restoration and conservation in river basin management, including coastal areas.

  • Reshaping Geotechnical Engineering with Machine Learning

    Theory, Applications, and Innovations
    • 1st Edition
    • Divesh Ranjan Kumar + 3 more
    • English
    Reshaping Geotechnical Engineering with Machine Learning: Theory, Applications, and Innovations explores the transformative impact of machine learning (ML) on the field of geotechnical engineering. The book begins by examining the broad applications of ML in key areas such as foundation engineering and slope stability, demonstrating how advanced algorithms can enhance predictive accuracy and decision-making. It emphasizes the importance of robust data acquisition and preprocessing techniques, which are critical for the successful implementation of ML models in geotechnical contexts. The text examines the use of machine learning for predicting soil behavior, a complex challenge in geotechnical engineering, and highlights its role in risk assessment and management.In addition, it also addresses the integration of ML with finite element modeling to improve the analysis of tunnel and underground stability. The applications of machine learning in understanding geotechnical materials further showcase the versatility of these techniques. It also covers experimental investigations, including laboratory and field studies, which provide essential data for model training and validation. Through detailed case studies, the book illustrates practical implementations of machine learning, bridging theory and real-world problem-solving.

  • Mineral Processing Design and Operations

    An Introduction
    • 3rd Edition
    • Denis S. Yan + 1 more
    • English
    Mineral Processing Design and Operations: An Introduction, Third Edition outlines methods commonly used in mineral beneficiation and concentration processes. The book balances fundamental theoretical operational principles and practical explanations of the design and operation of apparatus and equipment. The basics of process controls for efficient and economic modes of separation are also introduced. The book covers the theory and formula for unit capacities and power requirements to help designers develop the necessary equipment and flowsheets to economically attain maximum yield and grade. Application of the theory to practice is explained at each stage, helping operators understand associated implications in each unit process.This fully updated third edition features updates on key areas within the field such as the properties of slurries and tailings waste management, as well as the increasing importance of sensor-based ore sorting options to improve efficiency and sustainability. It aims to help students, practicing engineers and operators who are interested in processing minerals to economically liberate and concentrate them for down-stream extraction processes. It also remains a valuable text for professional engineers working in industry given its breadth of coverage.

  • The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes

    • 3rd Edition
    • Costanza Bonadonna + 7 more
    • English
    The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes, Third Edition, an updated edition of the PROSE award winning title, summarizes our knowledge on volcanoes. The book provides a comprehensive source on the causes of volcanic eruptions with both destructive and beneficial effects. This new edition illustrates the best approaches to characterize key aspects of volcanology, demonstrates the importance of volcanology for a sustainable planet, and was developed by a multidisciplinary, multi-gender, and multi-cultural team of both editors and authors. This is a necessary reference for students, academics, and professionals in volcanology and Earth science to understand and characterize the effects and role played by volcanoes.

  • Pattern Recognition Techniques in Gas Sensing

    • 1st Edition
    • Ajit Khosla + 2 more
    • English
    Pattern Recognition Techniques in Gas Sensing overviews the methods and technologies used to detect and analyze gases through advanced pattern recognition approaches. The book begins by introducing the fundamentals of gas sensors and their unique data characteristics, laying the groundwork for understanding the complexities involved in gas detection. It then explores the basics of pattern recognition, detailing various statistical methods that have been traditionally employed to interpret sensor data. The text looks into Bayesian and probabilistic methods, offering insights into their applications for improving gas sensing accuracy.Cluster analysis techniques are examined as tools for grouping sensor responses to identify specific gas patterns. The integration of machine learning in gas sensing is thoroughly discussed, highlighting how these algorithms enhance detection capabilities by learning from complex datasets. Further, the book presents deep learning techniques, showcasing their power in handling large volumes of sensor data and extracting meaningful features for precise gas identification. Data processing techniques essential for preparing and refining sensor outputs are also covered, providing readers with practical knowledge for real-world applications and future directions.

  • Physics of the Atmosphere

    • 1st Edition
    • Francisco J. Tapiador
    • English
    Physics of the Atmosphere offers a comprehensive overview of the processes of the Earth-atmosphere system. The text is organized into five parts beginning with a review of the mathematics that supports atmospheric physics. The second part lays the foundation by studying the Earth system, the atmosphere, solar and terrestrial radiation, electromagnetism, and thermodynamics. The third part examines water vapor, clouds, and precipitation. Various systems are detailed, such as tropical weather systems, extratropical cyclones, polar weather systems, mesoscale convective systems, and microscale phenomena. The book closes with a look at measurement and modeling including weather forecasting.Case studies are presented throughout to offer readers real-world examples of these concepts and their applications. This comprehensive survey of atmospheric physics will serve as an invaluable resource for those studying and practicing in meteorology, climatology and other related fields.

  • Ground Penetrating Radar

    Theory and Practice
    • 2nd Edition
    • Erica Carrick Utsi
    • English
    Ground Penetrating Radar: Theory and Practice, Second Edition provides well-thought-out, fully updated, and expanded coverage of this NDT, trenchless technique for investigating the subsurface. Written by a recognized field specialist, the volume clearly explains not only how the technology works with introductions to the underlying physics and formation of signal patterning, but also spotlights how it can be successfully applied, including experiential insights into how parameters such as wavelength, attenuation (loss), environment, target size, and depth need proper consideration in any sampling strategy to obtain good survey results.Additional chapters explore a variety of methods for velocity calibration and suggest where they may be useful, review data processing, and address signal loss in challenging soil conditions and potential problem environments with a suite of useful resolution best practices. New to this edition are discussions on specialist GPR applications and state-of-the-art innovations (e.g., data digitization tools; machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence to improve detection and reliability in data interpretation; and robotization).

  • Acid Mine Drainage

    Sustainable Mining Practices for Mitigating Environmental Impact
    • 1st Edition
    • Athanas Simon Macheyeki + 2 more
    • English
    Acid Mine Drainage: Sustainable Mining Practices for Mitigating Environmental Impact provides an in-depth analysis of acid mine drainage (AMD) and its profound effects on ecosystems and communities surrounding mining operations. The book begins by explaining the nature of AMD, including its formation, environmental and socioeconomic impacts, and methods for predicting and monitoring its occurrence. It emphasizes the importance of effective sampling techniques and the use of predictive modeling tools to understand and manage AMD risks. The text explores both conventional and non-conventional mitigation strategies, detailing active and passive treatment methods, including innovative biotechnological approaches and ecosystem-based solutions. It also highlights case studies that showcase successful AMD management practices while addressing the challenges faced in high-impact regions. Finally, the book discusses future directions for sustainable mining practices, emphasizing the need for collaborative resilience and the adoption of innovative solutions to close existing gaps in AMD management.This comprehensive overview serves as an essential resource for researchers and industry professionals committed to reducing the environmental impact of mining activities while promoting sustainable resource management.

  • Quantitative Methods in Stratigraphy

    A Multi-Proxy Palaeoenvironmental Analysis of Outcrop and Core Data
    • 1st Edition
    • Ondřej Bábek
    • English
    Quantitative Methods in Stratigraphy: A Multi-Proxy Palaeoenvironmental Analysis of Outcrop and Core Data explores the current advances in technology, offering a wide range of quantitative geophysical, geochemical, and spectral methods, which are less expensive, timesaving, and often non-destructive. The book first outlines the main principles and applications of stratigraphy and paleoenvironmental analysis. Chapters then work methodically through quantitative data in stratigraphy, gamma-ray methods, magnetic susceptibility and magnetometry, and diffuse reflectance spectroscopy. Near infrared (NIR) and Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy as well as energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) spectroscopy are reviewed in- depth.With the wide range of now affordable quantitative methods, high-resolution sampling, and large datasets available across strata, outcrop research can offer unprecedented potential for outcrop-to-core-to-w... log correlation, and subsequent (paleo)environmental analysis while keeping data reproducibility at a high level.This book serves as a useful reference guide for geoscientists, academicians, and researchers, helping them keep pace with advances in technology and instrumentation and conduct state-of-the-art research in geosciences.

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