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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.

  • Modeling and Simulation of Multiphase and Reactive Flows

    From Fundamentals to Engineering Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Yu Lv + 3 more
    • English
    Modeling and Simulation of Multiphase and Reactive Flows: From Fundamentals to Engineering Applications offers integrated coverage of state-of-the-art advancements in the study of computational fluid dynamics. The book accompanies readers on a pedagogically progressive journey that exposes them first to the fundamental physics of multicomponent flows and then moves on to more advanced topics in a number of target applications of current interest, with particular emphasis on aerospace, automotive, thermal, and nuclear engineering. A wide spectrum of flows including bubbly flows, liquid atomization, cavitation, chemically reactive flows, spray combustion, hypersonic flows, and detonation motion are discussed.Further cognizance of how to control and manipulate these phenomena is enabled by leveraging powerful technologies for numerical modeling and simulation techniques, with worked-out computational exercises and sample case studies also being featured to encourage practical endeavors to promisingly enhance the performance of many propulsion and energy systems.

  • Game Theory and Deep Learning

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Lina Bariah + 6 more
    • English
    Game Theory and Deep Learning: Fundamentals and Applications is the first book to establish a clear and comprehensive link between game theory and deep learning, demonstrating the critical importance of this interplay for solving key technological challenges such as those found in future wireless and energy networks. It delves into the latest connections between game theory and generative AI, including large language models, showcasing how these advanced concepts can be harnessed to address complex real-world problems. Readers will gain a deep understanding of how these two powerful fields intersect and the practical applications of this knowledge.The book teaches readers how to develop a solid foundation in game theory and understand interactive scenarios in both engineering and everyday life, effectively apply their knowledge to practical problems, including resource allocation, security, and influence maximization, and finally, design strategies that optimally exploit available information through successive optimization, reinforcement learning, deep learning, and generative AI techniques.

  • Intelligent Railway Alignment Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Hao Pu + 4 more
    • English
    Intelligent Railway Alignment Design offers a comprehensive exploration of intelligent railway alignment optimization. The book considers a variety of critical topics, starting with the optimal selection of key technical standards for railway design and then introduces the comprehensive geographic information model. The methods for evaluating the suitability of the railway alignment based on the comprehensive geographic information model are discussed, together with economic optimization models aimed at cost-effective railway alignment design. In addition, the book considers optimization models for managing risks related to typical geological hazards and minimizing environmental impacts.Intelligent search algorithms for solving railway alignment optimization models are explained in detail, including corridor searching algorithms and 3D alignment searching algorithms. Additionally, the book explores concurrent optimization strategies for coordinating railway alignments with stations and large temporary engineering projects. Finally, it introduces intelligent models and methods for reconstructing and optimizing existing railway alignments, ensuring that both new and updated railways operate efficiently and sustainably.

  • Autonomous Vehicle Safety Solutions

    Foundations, Technologies, and Prospects for the Future
    • 1st Edition
    • Aparna Kumari
    • English
    Autonomous Vehicle Safety Solutions: Foundations, Technologies, and Prospects for the Future addresses the dynamically evolving state of the art that traverses and brings together automotive engineering, electronics engineering, and computer science. Its technical overview of smart vehicles' capabilities, propelled by headway in artificial intelligence and sensor technologies, enables in-depth understanding of the safety-assurance complexities that guide their design and operation.The comprehensive volume distinguishes itself for its treatment of several exciting, emerging opportunities and trends, including machine learning algorithms, V2X connectivity, and cybersecurity. Up-to-date applications are featured through practical examples and expert insights, bringing additional value to a discourse which underscores the critical need for ongoing safety advancements and adaptability in the fast-moving context of autonomous driving systems, with their related implications on sustainability and society as a whole.The outcome is a cornerstone resource for academia and industry alike that encourages further transformative, interdisciplinary investigations to bring safety solutions to maturity and subsequent rigorous testing for validation standards to be defined, thus realizing, in a future not distant from now, a scenario where self-driving vehicles can co-exist seamlessly with traditional modes of transportation and also integrate reliably, efficiently, and without risks within the larger infrastructure.

  • Digital Twin and Industry 4.0

    Concepts, Frameworks, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Abid Haleem + 1 more
    • English
    Digital Twin and Industry 4.0: Concepts, Frameworks, and Applications champions the use of digital twin technologies in the support of the fourth industrial revolution. These technologies, such as the Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, cloud computing, big data analytics, robotics, and VR can be combined to benefit a wide variety of industries, from healthcare and manufacturing to cybersecurity. Chapters discuss each respective technology, considering its classification, advantages, disadvantages, roles, its applications, and its potential for future developments. Alongside AI and IoT, the book looks at additive manufacturing, 5G, blockchain, sensors, holography, 3D-printing, drones, machine vision, and cyber-physical systems (CPS).Overall, Digital Twin and Industry 4.0 provides a comprehensive synthesis of theories and technologies underpinning digital twins for Industry 4.0, along with interdisciplinary coverage that connects digital twins with the other technologies. Sections also include applied case studies and examples that bridge the gap between academic research and industrial implementation.

  • AI and Blockchain for Wireless Communications

    Creating Resilient and Secure Systems
    • 1st Edition
    • Ferheen Ayaz + 1 more
    • English
    AI and Blockchain for Wireless Communications: Creating Resilient and Secure Systems describes the merger of AI and blockchain for the smooth functioning of secure wireless communications. The book covers both sides of blockchain and AI integration – blockchain for assisting AI, such as solutions involving distributed learning and trustworthy AI, and AI solutions designed to support blockchain, such as solutions embedded in smart contracts for automation and authentication. The methods and techniques presented in the book are also supported by use cases that show the practical implementation of AI and blockchain based wireless communication systems. It is suitable for students, researchers, and industry engineers in AI, blockchain, and wireless communications, and will help AI developers grasp concepts and see the benefits of blockchain integrated with AI—particularly in wireless communications—thus setting the groundwork for their future development.

  • Higher-Order Theories of Functionally Graded Circular Cylindrical Beams and Columns

    • 1st Edition
    • Xueyang Zhang + 3 more
    • English
    Higher-Order Theories of Functionally Graded Circular Cylindrical Beams and Columns provides a detailed exploration of the mechanical behaviors of functionally graded circular cylindrical beams and columns, including bending, vibration, and stability, and considering factors such as shear deformation, cross-section warping, elastic foundation interaction, non-local effects in nanoscale and piezoelectric and flexoelectric, and more. With a focus on higher-order theories and advanced analytical methods, the book enables researchers to gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles governing the behavior of circular cylindrical structures.The detailed derivations and explanations of complex equations and concepts assist in the development of new research. This book will help engineers identify and address potential issues in the design and analysis of circular cylindrical structures. Detailed discussions on factors affecting mechanical performance, such as material selection, geometric parameters, and loading conditions enable engineers to make informed decisions and optimize their designs for improved performance and safety.

  • Myoclonous

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 12
    • English
    Myoclonous, Volume 11 in the International Review of Movement Disorders series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as Classification & Scales & Treatment, Electrophysiology, Diagnostic approach including differential diagnosis, Clinical Myclonus Syndromes, Cortical myclonus tremor, Spectrum of Progressive myclonus ataxia - Progressive myclonus epilepsy, Myclonus-dystonia, Functional myclonus, Genetic myclonus including genetic Metabolic disorders causing myclonus, Acquired myclonus (Toxic- and drug-induced, hypoxic-ischemic, Metabolic (non-genetic) and Inflammatory myclonus), Autoimmune and paraneoplastic myclonus, Neurodegenerative disorders and myclonus, and much more.

  • Advancements in Thermoelectric Modules

    Harvesting Energy through Innovative Applications and Integrations
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohsen Sheikholeslami + 3 more
    • English
    Advancements in Thermoelectric Modules: Harvesting Energy through Innovative Applications and Integrations addresses fundamental principles of thermoelectricity, materials selection, fabrication techniques, simulation methodologies, and diverse applications in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, energy, and electronics. Readers will benefit from the book's practical guidance, case studies, and in-depth analyses of emerging trends and future directions in thermoelectric technology. From optimizing thermoelectric module performance to integrating with renewable energy systems, this book provides a holistic view of harnessing waste heat recovery, energy harvesting, and temperature control through thermoelectric modules and their applications.Researc... and engineers can access the latest research findings and optimization techniques while industry professionals will find guidance on system integration and economic feasibility. Educators and students will benefit from a comprehensive resource covering fundamental principles, practical applications, and emerging trends in thermoelectrics.

  • Design of Building Facades

    A Guide for Architects and Engineers
    • 1st Edition
    • Bodhisatta Hajra
    • English
    Design of Building Facades: A Guide for Architects and Engineers bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in building facade design. The book explores both structural engineering principles and building science concepts. With a focus on various facade types—such as curtain walls, sheet metal facades, and skylights—this textbook equips readers with a thorough understanding of the materials and methodologies that define modern architectural aesthetics and functionality. It covers a wide array of topics, including the historical evolution of building facades, the properties and performance of different facade materials, and the rigorous standards that govern their design and construction.Readers will gain insights into the types of glass used in facades, ASTM testing standards for curtain wall systems, and the calculation of loads as per ASCE 7. Additionally, the book addresses key building science aspects such as heat transfer, moisture control, and sound transmission, ensuring that readers are well-versed in both the structural and environmental considerations that impact facade performance. Worked examples throughout the text provide practical applications of these concepts, reinforcing the knowledge necessary for effective facade design.

  • Generative Learning for Wireless Communications

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Songyang Zhang + 2 more
    • English
    Generative learning (GL) has emerged as an essential tool for data processing and network optimization in the broad area of next-generation communication systems. Generative Learning for Wireless Communications: Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive and systematic tutorial for applying generative learning models to wireless communications. It explains the core concepts of state-of-the-art generative learning models, including generative adversarial nets, variational autoencoder, and other advanced models, such as transformers and diffusion models, and then shows their application to specific areas in wireless communications.

  • Delay-Doppler Communications and Sensing

    Principles, Advances, and Applications of OTFS
    • 1st Edition
    • Shuangyang Li + 4 more
    • English
    Delay Doppler Communications and Sensing: Principles, Advances and Applications of OTFS provides a comprehensive exploration of the principles and cutting-edge developments of delay Doppler (DD) communications and sensing with a specific focus on the advances and application of orthogonal time frequency space (OTFS). It highlights the fundamental theory for DD communications and sensing through the Zak transform, and discusses how this classic concept from quantum physics can reshape modern wireless technology. The important aspects of DD communications and sensing are introduced in detail, including transceiver design, performance analysis, and its application. In particular, this book reveals the intrinsic connections between DD domain wireless communication and sensing channels, unveiling the important interplay between communication and sensing functionalities in the DD domain. The book introduces the principles and design of communications and sensing based on the DD signal processing framework as well as delving into advanced aspects, such as DD domain MIMO and DD domain integrated sensing and communications (ISAC). By providing a comprehensive overview of both fundamental principles, cutting-edge research and practical applications, this book gives a deep understanding of the underlying concepts and techniques in Delay Doppler (DD) communications and sensing.With this book the reader will:Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Zak transform and DD domain wireless channelsUnderstand the concept of DD communications, including the popular variants of OTFSLearn implementation details of DD communications and sensingFollow state-of-the-art developments in DD communications and sensingGrasp the insights and physical interpretations of DD communications and sensingHave access to programming codes for OTFS and DD communications and sensing

  • Materials Informatics

    Molecules, Crystals, and Beyond
    • 1st Edition
    • Krishna Rajan
    • English
    Materials Informatics: Molecules, Crystals and Beyond discusses the role of information science in aiding the discovery and interpretation of multiscale relationships that are critical for materials discovery, design, and optimization. The book covers key challenges in applying information science methods to materials science, including the multidimensional nature of structure-property relationships, data sparsity, and the nature and sources of uncertainty, along with a brief overview of the algorithmic tools used for unsupervised and supervised learning.Building on these topics, chapters then cover the development of physics/chemistry informed data representations of structure and properties, the application of machine learning for structure and property prediction and screening for targeted properties, and the utilization of techniques such a graphics recognition, natural language processing, and statistically driven visualization tools in deciphering processing-structure... relationships in materials.

  • Thin-Walled Structural Members Under Web Crippling Loadings

    Finite Element Analysis, Design, and Integrated Testing
    • 1st Edition
    • Ehab Ellobody
    • English
    Thin-Walled Structural Members Under Web Crippling Loadings: Finite Element Analysis, Design, and Integrated Testing addresses a critical and specialized area in structural engineering focused on the behavior, analysis, and design of thin-walled steel members subjected to web crippling loadings. This reference integrates experimental testing, advanced numerical modeling, and international design codes to improve understanding and practical design of cold-formed steel structures worldwide. The book offers in-depth coverage of experimental testing procedures and finite element analysis, including practical guidance on software tools, model verification, and validation best practices. It also includes design examples that demonstrate real-world applications across multiple international codes.The book also presents integrated comparisons of experimental, numerical, and design results, discusses failure modes, and incorporates reliability analyses and parametric studies. It will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, structural and design engineers, graduate and PhD students, as well as manufacturers and industry professionals.

  • Engineering of Point Defects in Solids

    A Thermodynamic Approach to the Physics of Semiconductors
    • 1st Edition
    • Sergey V. Bulyarskiy
    • English
    Engineering of Point Defects in Solids: A Thermodynamic Approach to the Physics of Semiconductors covers the theoretical and experimental thermodynamics and kinetics of defect formations in solids, including the formation of complex defects from simple ones. The book describes point defects (vacancies, antistructural, interstitial atoms, and impurities) while also providing algorithms for calculating their defect concentrations, conductivity, and stoichiometric composition. Doping of a substance with impurities, with a focus on germanium and silicon (as common semiconductors), is covered, including retrograde solubility, polytrophy, the solubility of impurities, and the mutual influence of donor and acceptor impurities. The thermodynamics of complex defects formed with the participation of vacancies (divacancies and complexes) are discussed, as is luminescence as a non-destructive method for monitoring the dynamics of changes in the concentration of defects in certain technological processes, with particular attention paid to the phenomenon of electron-photon interaction. Other topics covered include the optical properties of various complexes, compounds with volatile components, analyzing the kinetics of precipitate and nanocrystal formation, and more.

  • Key Technologies and Implementation of Spatial Information Networks

    Transmission, Spatiotemporal Measurement, and Cross-Domain Interconnection
    • 1st Edition
    • Jianjun Zhang + 4 more
    • English
    Resilient Integrated Space Information Network: A Space-Based Network for Communication Transmission, Spatiotemporal Measurement and Cross-Domain Interconnection provides readers with expert proposals for top-level architecture design ideas and key technologies for future large-scale, complex space network systems. The book clarifies technical issues and challenges encountered in the development and deployment of large-scale spatial network systems. Presents readers with a detailed analysis of the current status and trends in the field. Basic theory and advanced technology of the deployment and application of communication satellite constellations are described in detail, providing readers with an important reference for theoretical research and engineering practice. The book provides readers technical support for the future construction and implementation of global satellite information networks, greatly enhancing the technological strength of innovation and beyond development in the space field.

  • Advances in Heat Transfer

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 61
    • English
    Advances in Heat Transfer, Volume 61 provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments, emerging trends, and innovative research in the field of heat transfer. Covering both fundamental concepts and practical applications, this volume brings together contributions from leading experts addressing topics such as conduction, convection, radiation, phase change, and multi-phase flows.

  • Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 237
    • English
    Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics, Volume 237 merges two long-running serials, Advances in Electronics and Electron Physics and Advances in Optical and Electron Microscopy. Chapters in this new release include Stochastic geometry with applications in materials science, Morphological models of random media, Grain models and application to microstructure simulation, MCMC algorithms for model parameterization, Tessellations models, Tesselation models, Fast simulation of tessellation models using Eikonal equation, Applications to Image Processing, Synthesis of Training Images for Supervised Learning Problems, and Segmentation Methods Based on the Eikonal Equation.

  • Fundamentals of Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion of Polymers

    • 1st Edition
    • Eujin Pei + 3 more
    • English
    Fundamentals of Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion of Polymers addresses the design principles, materials, process monitoring, powder characteristics, microstructure, mechanical properties, post-processing, nondestructive testing, and more of polymers produced by laser-based powder bed fusion (LBPBF) additive manufacturing. Industrial applications and case studies are included throughout, as is insight on the testing, certification, and qualification of parts. The book starts with a section covering the fundamentals of the process and the materials used, with the second section discussing design for LBPBF of polymers including guidance on data management, process chains, and software and tools used. The third section provides insight on raw materials and feedstock, looking at how polymeric materials are selected, designed, and modified for use. Material characterization and powder management workflow are also covered. The fourth section of the book looks at the production process, including post-processing, process monitoring, prototyping vs. serialized production, and qualified production considerations. The book concludes with a section on part quality considerations, discussing measurement, industry certification and qualification, and more.

  • Electric Vehicle Powertrains

    Design Fundamentals, Components, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • B. Ashok + 1 more
    • English
    Electric Vehicle Powertrains: Design Fundamentals, Components, and Applications equips readers with the technical know-how to innovate and optimize EV performance. Including solid fundamentals and a grounding in essential sustainable mobility contextualization, the book then goes on to offer a well-thought-out, systems-level perspective with protocols addressing vehicle specification requirements and quality manufacturing standards. Sections also provide an overview of the latest technological developments for each key component. Coverage of batteries, their management systems, and LCA analysis follow. Expert contributions round out the book’s offering with an exploration of cutting-edge modeling tools and a look to better-performing, more reliable, cost-effective EVs.Users will find a valuable resource that blends blueprint-like knowledge and real-world exemplars of technical implementation issues alongside practice-informed solutions.

  • Applied Charged Particle Optics: Part I

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 238
    • English
    Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics, Volume 238 merges two long-running serials, Advances in Electronics and Electron Physics and Advances in Optical and Electron Microscopy.

  • Structural Damping with Iron-Based Shape Memory Alloys

    • 1st Edition
    • Cheng Fang
    • English
    Structural Damping with Iron-Based Shape Memory Alloys introduces the fundamental properties and practical applications of iron-based shape memory alloys (Fe-SMAs) from the perspective of seismic engineering. The book objectively discusses the superiority of this novel class of materials that could potentially address the limitations of the existing seismic control technology. The results, vividly presented as tables and figures, are demonstrated with religious experimental verifications supplemented by comprehensive numerical investigations. The book aims to help bridge the gap between materials science and structural engineering fronts, and to shed light on the opportunity of commercializing Fe-SMA products in construction industry.From the knowledge provided, readers will gain an in-depth understanding of the working mechanisms of various Fe-SMA-based structural devices and members, including braces, dampers, steel connections, base isolators, and concrete components, and as a result they will be provided with a broader vision of next-generation performance-based seismic design for novel adaptive structural systems. The cutting-edge research introduced in this book will also provide technical incentives to encourage design professionals, contractors, and building officials to use high performance and smart materials in structural design, allowing them to remain at the forefront of construction technology.

  • Effects of Climate Change in Movement Disorders

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 11
    • English
    Effects of Climate Change in Movement Disorders, Volume 10 in the International Review of Movement Disorders series, highlights new advances in the field, with this updated volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including Climate Change and the Global Burden of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders, Air Pollution and Neurotoxicity: The Role of Environmental Pollutants in Movement Disorders, Extreme Heat, Sleep Disruption, and the Glymphatic System: Implications for Parkinson’s Disease, Climate-Driven Changes in Vector-Borne Diseases and Neuroinfections: Risks for Movement Disorders, The Impact of Climate Change on Food Security and Nutritional Deficiencies in Movement Disorders, and much more.Other sections cover Invisible Invaders: The Emerging Threat of Microplastics to Brain Health and Movement Disorders, Socioeconomic and Healthcare Disparities in Climate-Related Vulnerability for Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders, The Role of Heat Stress, Oxidative Damage, and Neuroinflammation in Parkinson’s disease Pathophysiology, Climate-Linked Disruptions in Medication Availability and Treatment Strategies in movement disorders, and more.

  • Enhancing the Control of Systems and Devices

    Improving Performance, Reliability and Adaptability in Dynamic Environments
    • 1st Edition
    • Sheetla Prasad + 2 more
    • English
    Enhancing the Control of Systems and Devices: Improving Performance, Reliability and Adaptability in Dynamic Environments provides an in-depth exploration of the application of sophisticated control design strategies to enhance the control of systems and devices in terms of performance, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic environments. A sophisticated control design strategy refers to the use of advanced and intricate control techniques to achieve specific objectives in complex systems.

  • An Introduction to the Finite Element Method with the Variational Approach

    • 1st Edition
    • Prakash Mahadeo Dixit + 1 more
    • English
    An Introduction to the Finite Element Method with the Variational Approach offers a comprehensive solution to the gaps often found in introductory texts on the Finite Element Method (FEM). The book provides a thorough introduction to the fundamental principles of linear and time-independent FEM within the variational framework. It meticulously covers the derivation of 1-D FEM equations based on variational functionals, encompassing both linear and higher-order elements, and shape functions driven by convergence criteria. Furthermore, it explores 1-D numerical integration, outlines coding procedures, and provides insights into handling material nonlinearity and time-dependent scenarios.Expanding into 2-D problems, the book offers derivations of 2-D FEM equations tailored to diverse engineering disciplines, including Steady-State Heat Conduction, Solid Mechanics (covering torsion, plane strain/axisymmetric cases, and the bending, stability, and vibrations of thin plates), as well as Fluid Mechanics (addressing incompressible inviscid and viscous fluids). It includes detailed discussions on element continuity, numerical integration techniques, and even includes 2-D codes for selected problems. The book concludes by delving into recent advancements in FEM, with a specific focus on applications in machine learning and isogeometric analysis.

  • Integrated Systems Analysis of Ecosystems

    The Land, Water, Food, and Climate Nexus
    • 1st Edition
    • Gang Wang + 3 more
    • English
    Integrated Systems Analysis of Ecosystems: The Land, Water, Food, and Climate Nexus focuses on the interface between soil sciences, hydrology, economy, ecology, agronomy, and environmental sciences. The book cuts across disciplinary boundaries and addresses broad issues impacting soil, water, food, and energy security, as well as the operation of agricultural and ecological processes. It will summarize important advances in cutting-edge models in ecology and agro-ecology, including biophysical process-oriented models and land use integrated models, along with their implications at various spatiotemporal scales.

  • Functional Nanotextiles

    Processing, Properties, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Shakeel Ahmed + 2 more
    • English
    Functional Nanotextiles: Processing, Properties, and Applications targets the underlying principles, state-of-the-art processing techniques, unique properties, and myriad applications of nanotextiles. Beyond the technical and academic facets, the book highlights the broader implications of nanotextiles, such as their environmental impacts, ethical considerations, and potential to reshape industries. In an era where sustainability, technological advancements, and multifunctionality are paramount, understanding functionalized nanotextiles becomes crucial. This book not only charts the current landscape but also speculates on the future trajectory of the field, making it a timely and essential resource.For stakeholders ranging from academic researchers to industry leaders, the book offers both a deep dive into specifics and a panoramic view of the broader ecosystem, ensuring its relevance in shaping the future of textiles, wearable technologies, and beyond.

  • Construction and Application of Intelligent Driving Scenario Maps

    • 1st Edition
    • Bijun Li + 4 more
    • English
    Construction and Application of Intelligent Driving Scenario Maps systematically introduces the theory and practical application of map technology in intelligent driving, from algorithm design and key scenario map construction techniques to advanced applications, updating and validation, and future development prospects. The book examines multiple vehicle positioning technologies grounded in scene maps, assessing their effectiveness and applicability for enhancing intelligent driving systems. Various methodologies for constructing scene maps are explored, including algorithmic approaches and practical techniques that cater to different environments, thus enabling readers to understand their applicability.The book provides technical guidance and references for researchers, engineers, and relevant practitioners. In-depth discussion provides an appreciation of the significance of scenario maps to advanced methods for smoother and more efficient vehicle motion planning and control. It offers readers valuable insights and recommendations to drive and advance the development of intelligent vehicles, fostering innovation in this rapidly evolving field.

  • Net Zero Transition in Buildings

    Emerging Concepts and Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • Xiaojun Luo + 1 more
    • English
    Energy efficiency is an integral part of making buildings greener, which has become a key issue for both developing and developed countries. Scholars, researchers, and practitioners from a number of interconnected disciplines have all shown increasing interest in the topic, and studies into buildings’ energy performance and cutting-edge measures to achieve government-steered commitments to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions over the coming decades have proliferated.Net Zero Transition in Buildings, Emerging Concepts and Technologies is a timely, up-to-date reference resource on design, operation, and management of technology-enhanced equipment and advanced strategies that put guidance and attention toward sustainably responsible energy use within and around buildings at their core. The volume’s contents have been subdivided into sections, additionally proffering a deliberately structured flow throughout all chapters which is aimed at quickly getting readers at all levels up to speed or providing them with answers to key questions. Part I discusses physical solutions, namely different types of devices that harness renewable energy resources, store energy, or combine cooling, heating, and power systems; part II covers digital tools (e.g., AI, blockchain, big data, IoT, and digital twins) that can aid with carbon emissions’ accounting, predicting and optimizing energy consumption patterns, and more; and part III investigates the very latest technical concepts and approaches for energy self-producing built environment assets and a variety of integrated best practices for the construction sector as a whole. Furthermore, as the net zero transition in this context is a concept that has multidimensional pillars, part IV concludes this sought-after knowledge compilation by making it more comprehensive, well-rounded, and useful for audiences in academia and industry alike.

  • Seismic Response Analysis Methods for Site-Structure Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Piguang Wang + 3 more
    • English
    In the quest to enhance the robustness and resilience of structures, especially when these are subjected to external stresses and strains, Seismic Response Analysis Methods for Site-Structure Systems serves as a vital reference for advanced students, researchers, and engineering professionals who seek to deepen their knowledge of soil dynamics theory and other earthquake engineering fundamentals underpinning building and infrastructure design and performance in both onshore and offshore environments.The group of experts who authored the volume guide readers through an in-depth, highly technical overview of a variety of systematically presented computational mechanics techniques and sophisticated formulation tools (e.g., 1D finite element artificial boundary method, the stiffness matrix method, methods for absorbing boundary condition when solving the near-field wave propagation problems, methods for seismic wave input, the internal substructure method, integral analysis models in time domain based on the FEM, and more) to model and assess structural behavior under seismic loads. Case studies and other applied examples extend the book’s interest to the practical realm to create new, or to refine existing, measures to mitigate damage or prevent catastrophic losses.

  • Fatigue Damage in Metals

    Numerical Methods-Based Approaches
    • 1st Edition
    • Anghel-Vasile Cernescu + 1 more
    • English
    Fatigue Damage in Metals provides readers with detailed and easy-to-implement simulation and modelling techniques for predicting, analysing, and mitigating the effects of fatigue damage in metallic materials. The book includes techniques for analysing variable load spectra, modelling and predicting the cyclic behaviour of materials, as well as fatigue damage operators, criteria, and methods specific to different case studies. The book addresses variable amplitude loadings, yield surfaces-based models for cyclic plasticity simulation, fatigue crack imitation based on CDM approaches, S-N curve estimation, and more. New criteria and numerical techniques for analysing the fatigue crack initiation are included, as are raw data, algorithms, and codes that can be put into immediate use.

  • Solid State Physics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 77
    • English
    Solid State Physics, Volume 77, 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. Updates in this release include Electronic, optical, and transport properties of semiconducting systems with diminishing dimensions: From spin to spintronics.

  • Climate Change Effects on Infrastructure

    Advanced Tools for Monitoring, Mitigation, and Lifecycle Optimization
    • 1st Edition
    • Anasua GuhaRay + 4 more
    • English
    The design of structures and infrastructure facilities has typically assumed a future climate that is much the same as today’s. However, a changing climate and the resulting more extreme weather events mean those climate bands are becoming outdated, leaving infrastructure operating outside or at the limit of its tolerance levels.With its evaluation of a host of assets in the built environment, Climate Change Effects on Infrastructure: Advanced Tools for Monitoring, Mitigation, and Lifecycle Optimization instructs readers how to assess and predict structural vulnerabilities resulting from climate change as well as ensuing hazard patterns using mathematical tools and data-driven models. The carefully compiled contributions also comprehensively survey the latest technological developments and the most useful approaches to counteract and/or prevent damage and connected socio-economic risks.The volume proves to be an even more invaluable resource thanks to its real-world application examples that spotlight the urgency of further investigations into the implementation of cost-effective and sustainable adaptive measures that can enhance or extend the reliable performance, durability, and efficiency of structures and infrastructure systems throughout their entire lifecycle.

  • Databook of Flame Retardants

    • 2nd Edition
    • Anna Wypych + 1 more
    • English
    Databook of Flame Retardants contains information on commonly-used additives broken out into five sections, including General, Physical, Health and Safety, Ecological, and Use. Over one hundred types of data are included for over three hundred and fifty commercial-based products. All data fields are defined and include a broad range of information, such as calcium contents, molecular mass, brightness, freezing/melting points, viscosity, volatility, UN/NA class, autoignition temperature, partition coefficient, processing methods, concentrations used, and more. This book is best utilized in tandem with the Handbook of Flame Retardants. Each book complements the other without repeating information, with the other release explaining the role of these products, their selection, mechanism of action, use in different polymers and products, and health and commercial issues related to flame retardants.

  • Innovations In Advanced Materials and Manufacturing

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Nasr Esfahani + 1 more
    • English
    Innovations In Advanced Materials and Manufacturing provides insights into the mechanics, characteristics, behavior, application, and manufacturing of advanced materials such as nanowires, 2D materials, biomaterials, smart materials, and more. The book discusses the materials themselves, with chapters dedicated to the mechanics and electronic and magnetic properties of nanomaterials, photonic, and phononic materials and devices, 2D magnetic materials, smart materials and coatings, metamaterials, and microdevices and sensors. Other sections cover manufacturing technologies and methods of previously discussed materials, outlining manufacturing techniques for additive manufacturing of metallic lattice structures, biomedical alloys, shape memory alloys, multifunctional polymer composites, nanocomposite structures, ceramics, and batteries.

  • Digital Twins of Advanced Materials Processing

    • 1st Edition
    • Tarasankar DebRoy + 1 more
    • English
    Digital twins represent an emerging technology of immense potential across various industries. Their significance is particularly pronounced within Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing paradigms, which strive to elevate efficiency and quality through seamless digital integration. By amassing and scrutinizing extensive data streams, digital twins empower data-centric decision-making—a pivotal asset in contemporary industry. Digital Twins of Advanced Materials Processing bridges the gap in comprehensive resources concerning advanced materials processing, a domain characterized by rapid evolution. It provides pragmatic remedies and real-world case studies, catering to tangible implementation needs. Moreover, digital twins hold the capacity to amplify efficiency and innovation within materials processing—a perspective deeply explored within this book, rendering it invaluable for professionals, researchers, and students alike. The prospects of employing digital twins in materials processing span diverse horizons: refining materials innovation, streamlining processes, enabling data-driven maintenance, enhancing product quality, and unearthing insights rooted in data. The book also undertakes the challenge of addressing key issues encompassing data amalgamation and integrity, model validation and calibration, software and data safeguarding, scalability, and cost considerations.

  • Seismic Retrofit of Buildings

    Portal Frames, Performance-Based Plastic Design, and Detailing Techniques
    • 1st Edition
    • Moosa Mazloom
    • English
    Moderate to severe earthquakes can cause vast damage to buildings and their foundations, endangering the lives of residents and leading to complex and costly search, rescue, and clean-up efforts. Seismic Retrofit of Buildings provides in-demand information on state-of-the-art technology and materials that are reshaping the field, with a particular focus on prefabricated, moment-resisting steel portal frames.The book’s gradual introduction of performance-based plastic design concepts primes readers for the acquisition of in-depth technical competence in the implementation of solutions that not only improve the overall safety of a structure in the event of life-threatening ground motions but also offer advantages of both cost-effective and practical resilience significance. Rehabilitation issues, specialized techniques, considerations related to aesthetic appeal, construction drawings, functional detailing, photos from real-life projects, and other practice-informed insights are all included to make up a carefully composed and balanced reference resource that is of value for audiences in both academia and industry.

  • Recent Advances in Thin-Walled Structures

    • 1st Edition
    • Rodrigo Gonçalves + 1 more
    • English
    Recent Advances in Thin-walled Structures presents the current state-of-the-art in this important research field. The book is dedicated to the contributions of Professor Dinar Camotim, who is one of the most prominent, global researchers in the field of thin-walled metal structures, and who recently retired. Within the book, nine leading international experts present their most recent and important research findings. The book begins with an introductory chapter that describes the contributions that Professor Dinar Camotin has made to the field during his long and established career. Subsequent chapters focus on different cutting-edge topics that have been written by world-renowned experts. The book will be a valuable reference resource for all those who are involved in the design and optimization of thin-walled structures. It presents the latest achievements in the field, which will help readers address their own challenges and prepare them for future developments and achievements.

  • Embedded Systems in Automotive Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Aboubakr El Hammoumi + 1 more
    • English
    With its well-thought-out overview of the topic, Embedded Systems in Automotive Applications serves diverse audience across both in academia and industry. The volume discusses the AUTOSAR architecture and standards, highlighting their role in enabling the integration of emerging technologies such as blockchain-based security within the Internet of Vehicles. It further addresses embedded software design, implementation, and validation techniques that are fundamental to developing reliable and safety-critical automotive systems. In addition, it examines electric vehicle technologies, with particular focus on advanced battery management strategies and real-time power and health monitoring. Autonomous driving is explored through LiDAR-SLAM techniques and FPGA-based hardware architectures designed to support robust vehicle navigation. The book also emphasizes vehicle connectivity and telematics applications, encompassing innovations in smart mobility and intelligent transport. Together, these themes provide readers with a rigorous and well-rounded understanding of the challenges, methodologies, and opportunities shaping next-generation automotive embedded systems.

  • Robotic Platforms for Minimally Invasive Surgery

    • 1st Edition
    • Francisco M. Sánchez-Margallo + 1 more
    • English
    Robotic Platforms for Minimally Invasive Surgery provides a concise and solid overview of the primary robotic systems currently employed in minimally invasive surgical practice. Combiningtechnical description with clinical insights, the book serves as a practical reference for surgeons,researchers... and healthcare professionals beginning to engage with robot-assisted procedures.This book examines established platforms across laparoscopic, endoscopic, and microsurgicalapproac... It describes system design and functionality, complemented by a thorough review ofsafety, feasibility, and clinical outcomes. By seamlessly integrating engineering concepts with surgical applications, its content equips readers with a well-de ned framework for understanding both the potential and limitations of robotic technologies in minimally invasive surgery.

  • Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Materials

    Graphene-Based Composites and Beyond
    • 1st Edition
    • Jovana Prekodravac Filipovic + 3 more
    • English
    Please note this is an Open Access title available via Science Direct.Electromagnet... Interference Shielding Materials: Graphene-Based Composites and Beyond offers a thorough, systematic overview of the advances made in research on composites-based materials for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding during the past several decades. The use of smartphones, wearable electronics, wi-fi, microwaves, and other smart devices is ubiquitous in modern life. All of these electronics emit electromagnetic waves (EMWs) that create electromagnetic pollution. EMWs can cause serious issues such as electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic interference (EMI), and information leakage. There is an urgent need for inexpensive, environmentally friendly materials that can mitigate the effects of EMI, and this book provides a through investigation of the shielding capabilities of graphene and other novel nanomaterials. The current state of materials used in EMI shielding is discussed, together with synthesis and fabrication methods, relevant mechanisms, measurements, measuring devices, calculations, physicochemical properties, and applications. The book provides detailed analysis of carbon-based nanomaterials and their composites, including materials fabrication, characterization, and advanced application in EMI shielding. The beneficial effects of these new shielding materials will be relevant in the fields of telecommunications, the electronics industry, the automotive industry, ecology, healthcare, medicine, security, and military applications.

  • Polymer Nanoparticle Technologies for Gene Delivery and Gene Therapy

    • 1st Edition
    • Seyed Morteza Naghib + 3 more
    • English
    Polymer Nanoparticle Technologies for Gene Delivery and Gene Therapy focuses on the concept of polymer nanoparticles applications in gene delivery and gene therapy. Gene therapy is a relatively young branch of medicine that has the potential to relieve and treat numerous illnesses that are resistant to standard treatment. Polymers used to form nanoparticles can be both synthetic and natural polymers. These nanocarriers have been demonstrated for use as a variety of applications: such as drug delivery, imaging, and detection of apoptosis. This book covers many of the cationic polymers have been studied both in vitro and in vivo for gene delivery.

  • Collaborative Scheduling for Electromagnetic Detection Satellites

    Model and Reinforcement Learning-Based Evolutionary Algorithms
    • 1st Edition
    • Yanjie Song + 4 more
    • English
    Collaborative Scheduling for Electromagnetic Detection Satellites: Model and Reinforcement Learning-based Evolutionary Algorithms focuses on the models and algorithms related to electromagnetic detection satellite scheduling problems. Sections provide an overview, including background and current state of development and then move on to the basic model of cooperative scheduling and the framework of learning evolutionary algorithms. Next, the book examines cooperative scheduling of homogeneous electromagnetic detection satellites for stationary target detection and reviews research on cooperative planning of heterogeneous electromagnetic detection satellites for low-speed moving target detection. Final sections examine cooperative scheduling of heterogeneous electromagnetic detection satellites for high-speed moving target detection. Readers will find this to be an in-depth introduction to electromagnetic detection satellite problems.

  • Engineering Materials for 3D Printing

    Synthesis, Functionalization to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Rupinder Singh + 3 more
    • English
    Engineering Materials for 3D Printing: Synthesis, Functionalization to Applications delves into the transformative world of additive manufacturing, covering the development and characterization of polymer-based materials crafted through processes such as extrusion, sol-gel, and pulverization. Over the past three decades, 3D printing has revolutionized the creation of functional prototypes, utilizing an array of materials like thermoplastics, resins, metals, and alloys. This book explores the advantages of 3D printing over conventional manufacturing, emphasizing its potential for structural and non-structural engineering applications. It stands out for its focus on meta-structure properties, offering insights into the fabrication of engineering prototypes.While existing literature extensively covers manufacturing processes, this work bridges the gap by exploring 3D printable materials for diverse engineering uses.

  • Fundamentals of Extrusion-Based Aluminum Welding and Additive Manufacturing

    A Step-by-Step Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Øystein Grong
    • English
    Fundamentals of Extrusion-Based Aluminum Welding and Additive Manufacturing explores the potential of extrusion-based aluminum welding and additive manufacturing (AM) in an industrial context, in light of how age-hardened Al–Mg–Si alloys respond to conventional fusion welding and friction stir welding (FSW). The primary focus is on the hybrid metal extrusion and bonding (HYB) process, which employs continuous rotary extrusion to achieve metallurgical bonding between different metals and alloys in the solid state with the addition of aluminum filler metal. Thanks to its versatility and flexibility, the HYB process can be applied to a wide range of operations, including butt, fillet, and lap welding, as well as plate surfacing, multimaterial welding, and AM.The chapters are organized in a manner that makes the HYB technology easily accessible to professionals in both academia and industry who are already familiar with FSW. Detailed information is provided on the design and operation of the PinPoint extruder, representing the core outcome of the HYB development project. To help readers with diverse backgrounds understand and engage with the topics covered, the learning process is enhanced by integrating relevant physically based models into specially designed case studies throughout the text.

  • Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates

    • 1st Edition
    • George Wypych
    • English
    Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates focuses on the raw materials required for polyurethane synthesis. It explores various isocyanates and polyols, detailing their chemical properties and roles in creating diverse polymer structures. Amines, solvents, catalysts, and other additives that enhance the synthesis process are also discussed, as are typical methods of synthesis, mechanisms of catalysis, factors affecting reaction rates, and potential side reactions that can occur during polymerization. Structures of linear and crosslinked polyurethanes are also covered, including how these configurations influence the physical and chemical properties of the final products. Typical methods for analyzing polyurethanes, allowing for their assessment, characteristics, and qualities are provided, as are the physical-mechanical properties of polyurethanes, including elasticity, tensile strength, and thermal stability. The creation of polyurethane blends and interpenetrating networks is discussed, and the book also features an extensive section on additives used with polyurethanes, such as plasticizers, pigments, flame retardants, and more. Processing methods such as metering, mixing, and storage are outlined, applications of polyurethanes in automotive parts, bedding, medical devices, and packaging are covered, and the book concludes with coverage of waste disposal, processing, and recycling strategies for these products.

  • Humans, Robots and Virtual Worlds in the Tactile Internet

    • 1st Edition
    • Frank H. P. Fitzek + 5 more
    • English
    Humans, Robots and Virtual Worlds in the Tactile Internet is a groundbreaking, comprehensive guide to this innovative communication platform that merges the physical and digital worlds, transforming how we experience the Metaverse and interact with robots and other cyber-physical systems. From exploring real-world applications in healthcare, industry, education, and beyond, to delving into the cutting-edge components, sensors, and communication systems that underpin this transformation, this book offers a multidisciplinary view of the Tactile Internet revolution.This is an essential read for academic researchers, students, industry professionals, and R&D engineers seeking a comprehensive, up-to-date, and forward looking approach to understanding the Tactile Internet’s intersection with the Metaverse, together with its far reaching implications.

  • 6G-life

    Unveiling the Future of Technological Sovereignty, Sustainability, and Trustworthiness
    • 1st Edition
    • Frank H. P. Fitzek + 3 more
    • English
    6G-life: Unveiling the Future of Technological Sovereignty, Sustainability, and Trustworthiness takes the reader on a journey into the multifaceted landscape of 6G technologies. The book transcends the conventional boundaries of wireless communication as it dives into groundbreaking areas such as joint sensing and communication, terahertz frequencies, and optical links, while also delving into quantum communication and molecular communication, revealing the captivating potential of these emerging fields. The book's comprehensive approach ensures that readers are equipped to navigate the complexities of 6G not just theoretically, but with a clear roadmap for practical implementation. With insights drawn from the collaborative efforts of over 200 esteemed researchers in the groundbreaking 6G-life project, the book presents an unparalleled depth of knowledge, seamlessly bridging the gap between theoretical exploration and practical application, making it an indispensable resource for researchers, industry engineers, and students eager to explore the cutting-edge realm of 6G.

  • Network-Constrained Data-Driven Control of High-Speed Railway Systems

    Adaptive and Learning-Based Approaches
    • 1st Edition
    • Deqing Huang + 1 more
    • English
    Network-Constrained Data-Driven Control of High-Speed Rail Systems: Adaptive and Learning-Based Approaches addresses critical challenges in high-speed railway (HSR) operational control systems, focusing on enhancing safety, efficiency, and automation in an era of rapid network expansion. The book introduces a transformative framework for data-driven adaptive control and multi-train cooperative control under dynamic network constraints. It integrates next-generation 5G-R communication to enable real-time train-to-train (T2T) coordination, reducing dependency on fixed infrastructure and addressing vulnerabilities like faded channels and interference. By combining rigorous theoretical analysis with simulations, the book proposes solutions to improve operational precision, resilience against disruptions, and transportation capacity.This resource is helpful for researchers, engineers, and graduate students in high speed railway control systems, offering innovative strategies to advance autonomous operations and meet the demands of high-density, high-speed rail networks

  • Geopolymer Concrete

    Advancements in Performance and Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Ildiko Merta + 1 more
    • English
    Geopolymer Concrete: Advancements in Performance and Sustainability is a thorough guide on a research topic in which incremental progress has been made in recent years. To contribute to the extensive investigations into the different aspects of this eco-friendly building material, the editors have selected experts from across the globe, aiming to reflect the worldwide interest shown by the research community.The book opens with fundamental information, such as properties and production (both design and manufacturing techniques). It then includes various applications and useful LCA analysis. Recent advances with particular focus on improvements in durability, strength, and thermal performance are discussed next, with valuable data supplied by real-world case studies. Considerations related to the material’s environmental impact, challenges and barriers to its adoption, and other insights into current standards and regulations conclude the coverage.This multifaceted resource serves not only as a unique source of information for readers in academia as well as industry seeking to stay current in their field but may also prove to be worthwhile reading for those professionals responsible for better and more sustainable construction enterprises.

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