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Books in Engineering and technology

The Engineering and Technology portfolio includes comprehensive overviews of all major research and practical developments in aerospace and automotive engineering, civil and environmental engineering, mechanical and industrial engineering, materials engineering, electrical engineering, communications engineering, and more. In-depth coverage, innovative state-of-the-art approaches, and real-world case studies provide valuable, actionable insights for researchers, applied engineers and students. The content in Elsevier's Engineering and Technology books program addresses core issues in industry and society, such as sustainability, the circular economy, AI, and automation.

  • Cooperative Control of Spacecraft Formation Flying

    From Anti-Communication Delays to Resources Saving
    • 1st Edition
    • October 27, 2025
    • Qinglei Hu + 2 more
    • English
    Cooperative Control of Spacecraft Formation Flying: From Anti-Communication Delays to Resources Saving provides an in-depth, practically focused, exploration of secure cooperative control for spacecraft formation flying that addresses real-world challenges including communication latency, resource constraints, and information security, balancing foundational theory with actionable solutions, tailored to complex, resource-limited environments A comprehensive reference source for aerospace engineers and researchers covering anti-communication delays and resource-saving coordination strategies in spacecraft formation flying. For professionals and researchers in space systems, robotics and control engineering, the book provides detailed descriptions of robust security measures and practical application insights. The integration of secure communication protocols with control methods makes the book particularly relevant for professionals in high-stakes environments, where cyber threats and resource limitations are critical. For space agency mission planners and aerospace cybersecurity experts, the project addresses critical issues in secure, delay-tolerant communication and resource optimization for coordinated spacecraft missions. This enhances the development of secure and resilient communication protocols, which are critical to prevent data breaches and ensure reliable inter-spacecraft coordination in adversarial environments. The integration of advanced algorithms and the emphasis on real-world challenges, particularly the communication security issue, provides readers with a unique perspective that is missing in existing literature. The book equips readers with detailed information on advanced control strategies for multi-spacecraft coordination, particularly methods that address communication delays and optimize resource use.
  • Introduction to Fiber-Optic Communications

    • 2nd Edition
    • October 25, 2025
    • Rongqing Hui
    • English
    Introduction to Fiber-Optic Communications, Second Edition provides students with a comprehensive understanding of modern optical fiber communication and its applications. The book strikes a balanced approach between theory and practice, avoiding excessive mathematics and derivations. Unlike other textbooks, it covers recent technologies and developments, such as electro-optic modulators, coherent optical systems, and silicon integrated photonic circuits. Practical worked examples and exercises help solidify understanding, and coverage ensures that students have a broad and deep knowledge base, making them ready to tackle modern challenges in optical and communications engineering.In addition to foundational principles, the book covers optical transmission system design, advanced modulation formats, high-speed DSP, and important application areas like passive optical networks, datacenters, and optical interconnections.
  • Solid State Physics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 76
    • October 24, 2025
    • English
    Solid State Physics, Volume 76, the latest release in this serial that highlights new advances in the field, presents interesting chapters written by an international board of authors, with this new release focusing on new breakthroughs in the field.
  • Machine Performance Degradation Assessment

    Convex Optimization Models and Their Interpretable Data Fusion Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • October 24, 2025
    • Dong Wang + 1 more
    • English
    Machine Performance Degradation Assessment: Convex Optimization Models and Their Interpretable Data Fusion Applications is an essential resource for industry professionals and researchers seeking to understand the latest trends in performance degradation assessment technologies. This comprehensive guide delves into the fundamental theories of convex optimization models while exploring cutting-edge research methods. Readers will gain valuable insights into interpretable data fusion models and their applications, providing practical and theoretical knowledge to advance their understanding of machine performance degradation. In addition to the core mathematical elements, the book includes advanced techniques for formulating degradation properties into convex optimization models for health index construction.Real-wo... applications and examples demonstrate how these innovative methods can be applied in practice. By presenting novel concepts and analytical frameworks, this book offers fresh perspectives to help readers navigate the complexities of machine performance degradation assessment.
  • Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 236
    • October 23, 2025
    • English
    Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics, Volume 236 merges two long-running serials, Advances in Electronics and Electron Physics and Advances in Optical and Electron Microscopy.
  • Powder Metallurgy

    Characterization, Processing, and Optimization Techniques
    • 1st Edition
    • October 22, 2025
    • Sachin Salunkhe + 2 more
    • English
    Powder Metallurgy: Characterization, Processing, and Optimization Techniques explores the evolving role of powder metallurgy in producing parts for various applications. This comprehensive text focuses on the tribological performances of powder metallurgy materials. It delves into processes such as sintering, electrolytic methods, atomization techniques, cold compaction, and cold isostatic pressing, alongside techniques for measurement, testing, and characterization. Moreover, the book covers sustainability in powder metallurgy and the use of artificial intelligence for modeling and optimizing the process. Applications span across aerospace, defense, automotive, consumer products, industrial products, and more.
  • Polarization Optics in Optical Fiber Communication Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • October 21, 2025
    • Xiaoguang Zhang + 5 more
    • English
    Polarization Optics in Optical Fiber Communication Systems provides a complete overview of polarization optics as it applies to fiber optic communication systems. The book begins with the basics of polarization optics that is followed by the physical mechanisms and mathematical descriptions of the polarization phenomena encountered in the transmission of optical signals in fiber optic channels, such as rotation of state of polarization, polarization mode dispersion, and polarization-depende... loss. The book then discusses methods for measurements of polarization mode dispersion and polarization dependent loss, modeling methods of polarization fiber channel, and polarization equalization methods in fiber optic communication systems.This book provides a foundation in polarization optics and the treatment of polarization effects for researchers and engineers who study or work in the field of fiber optic communications.
  • Foundations of Computer Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • October 17, 2025
    • Marilyn Wolf
    • English
    Foundations of Computer Engineering is a complete introductory textbook for freshman and sophomore students taking a first course in computer engineering. This new text covers everything today’s students will need to go from almost no computer-specific knowledge to understanding the design of computer systems, from their fundamental hardware components and mathematical abstractions to their use in solving real-world problems. Covering all the major themes of 21st century computer engineering, including logic and computers, software, and circuits, instructors will find that this book provides a single coherent reference to guide students through their course.
  • Comprehensive Remote Sensing-

    • 2nd Edition
    • October 16, 2025
    • Shunlin Liang
    • English
    Remote sensing, which involves monitoring Earth’s environment from airborne platforms and satellites, is rapidly advancing. Researchers from diverse backgrounds increasingly use remotely sensed data. The new edition of "Comprehensive Remote Sensing" meets their need for up-to-date, in-depth information on various aspects of the field, from principles and data analysis to applications. Containing over 100 chapters from world experts in the field, this edition includes all recent developments, with a focus on satellite missions, sensors, models, practical inversion algorithms, high-level products and applications.In addition to governments, many private companies are launching satellites. Advances in computing power and data storage have enabled massive data processing and analysis. Consequently, remote sensing has become essential for geographers, oceanographers, meteorologists, physicists, computer scientists, and others. "Comprehensive Remote Sensing" addresses this diversity with structured chapters that begin with fundamental concepts and principles, followed by reviews of the latest developments and a comprehensive list of references. It is a valuable resource for readers at various levels of specialization.Volum... 1 focuses on satellite missions and sensors. Volume 2 covers various data processing techniques, including cloud and shadow detection, analysis-ready data (ARD) techniques for high-resolution data, and machine learning methods. Volumes 3-8 discuss advances in new inversion methods and high-level satellite products that characterize the spatio-temporal variations in essential environmental variables under a changing climate. Volume 9 highlights remote sensing applications, which have entered a new era with the availability of vast high-resolution satellite and UAV observations.
  • Structural Adhesive Bonding for Automotive Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • October 14, 2025
    • Alireza Akhavan-Safar + 3 more
    • English
    Structural adhesive bonding is a key approach to making cars better and safer while also reducing their environmental impact. Structural Adhesive Bonding for Automotive Applications covers several aspects of bonded joints, including materials selection, design and manufacturing processes, quality control techniques, durability analysis, and repair methods. Practical examples support the investigations into the improvements that adhesively bonded configurations offer, including enhanced resistance to dynamic fatigue, increased body stiffness, better crash performance compared with other conventional joining methods, and greater corrosion resistance.The book provides a timely compendium of specialized knowledge alongside the current state of the art, which should appeal to a broad range of audiences—from students who wish to further their understanding of adhesive science and bonded vehicle structures to manufacturing and design engineers who wish to gain an appreciation of new technology in adhesive joining.