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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.

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

    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • 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.The book helps 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.

  • Industrial and Municipal Sludge

    Resource Recovery, Circular Economy, and Control of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
    • 2nd Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Majeti Narasimha Vara Prasad + 1 more
    • English
    Industrial and Municipal Sludge, Second Edition systematically addresses key aspects and pressing issues related to sludge management within the wastewater and sludge treatment industries, with the intent of aligning them more closely with global, sustainable development endeavors. This timely revision highlights technological advancements and current trends in cutting-edge sludge management methods and resource recovery strategies, providing valuable insights into innovative solutions that can also significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support a circular economy. The volume also features a host of case studies from different regions and industry contexts that illustrate adaptability and scalability of sludge management techniques.The updated coverage doesn’t overlook the challenges that the field faces, such as high costs, equipment limitations, regulatory hurdles, health and safety concerns, and public acceptance. Ultimately, the book functions as a platform for multidisciplinary perspectives and best-practice approaches to drive viable change in industrial and municipal operations alike.

  • Age-Friendly Engineering for the Built Environment

    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • David S-K. Ting + 1 more
    • English
    Age-Friendly Engineering for the Built Environment advocates for inclusive, efficient, and resilient localities by exploring the pivotal role of engineers and addressing challenges. The book considers a broad range of topics specific to the built environment and its dwellers—from well-lit walkways, accessible buildings, pace-sensitive traffic lighting, easily navigable transportation infrastructure and services, aging-in-place housing, multigeneration cultural facilities, wearable devices, AI-powered sensors, and smart assistive equipment to optimize health and safety. Details on the latest advancements, actionable insights from case studies, and application examples strengthen the coverage and amplify its value for advanced students, researchers, practitioners, and other technical stakeholders.The book emphasizes the integration of human-centric planning and design approaches with innovative technologies to enhance accessibility, safety, and quality of life for an aging population as they navigate daily activities, interact with their surroundings, and maintain independence within evolving urban landscapes. The book

  • Spectral Density Multi-Field Energy Theory in Structural Dynamics

    Methods and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Zhao-Dong Xu
    • English
    Spectral Density Multi-Field Energy Theory in Structural Dynamics: Methods and Applications introduces a powerful analytical framework for advancing structural dynamics and disaster prevention, presenting a novel, spectral density, multi-field energy theory that addresses these challenges through an energy-based lens. The book covers theoretical derivation in-depth while also exploring applications such as damage identification in large-span spatial structures, catastrophe modeling, macro strain energy methods, and energy flow analysis. Real-world case studies demonstrate its effectiveness in structural health monitoring, disaster chain analysis, and dynamic response evaluation under intricate excitation conditions.This book provides researchers, engineers, and postgraduate students in civil, mechanical, and aerospace engineering with a clear and practical framework for tackling complex dynamic structural problems, combining advanced spectral energy methods with real-world engineering examples.

  • Design for Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals

    Principles, Techniques, and Design Strategies
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Mehrshad Mehrpouya + 2 more
    • English
    Design for Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals: Principles, Techniques, and Design Strategies outlines design approaches, techniques, and principles for the optimal additive manufacturing of metals and polymers. Sections cover the concept of design optimization for additive manufacturing (DoAM), outlining the primary steps in the additive manufacturing (AM) workflow and emphasizing the pivotal role DoAM plays in both the design and manufacturing processes. Opportunities and constraints are discussed, as are the different AM techniques available with pros and cons each weighed. Subsequent chapters cover specific design strategies, simulation for AM production processes, generative design approaches for AM structures, and topology optimization techniques.It concludes with chapters focused on strategies and design approaches for lattices and porous structures, design for post-processing in AM, and finally a chapter on the future of DoAM.

  • Reliability in Green Engineering

    Ensuring Environmental Compliance
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Moharana Choudhury + 2 more
    • English
    Reliability in Green Engineering: Ensuring Environmental Compliance is a comprehensive guide designed to assist engineers, environmental professionals, and policymakers in navigating the complexities of sustainability and regulatory compliance within engineering practices. Sections lay out foundational concepts and the importance of reliability in achieving environmental goals. The book then delves into various topics such as renewable energy systems, eco-friendly design methodologies, lifecycle analysis, and green technologies. Throughout the book, special emphasis is placed on understanding and implementing strategies to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.Case studies and real-world examples illustrate successful approaches to reliability in green engineering. Additionally, the book focuses on exploring emerging trends in environmental policy, eco-labeling, and green supply chain management. Ultimately, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively integrate reliability and environmental compliance into their engineering practices, thus contributing to the advancement of sustainable development and environmental stewardship.

  • Smart Additive Remanufacturing

    Design, Innovation and Sustainable Technology
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Kalim Deshmukh + 1 more
    • English
    Smart Additive Remanufacturing: Design, Innovation, and Sustainable Technology presents the reader (researcher, industrial practitioner and engineer) with a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, methodologies, and applications of this transformative technology. The book explores in detail the emerging field of additive remanufacturing and its potential to revolutionize sustainable manufacturing practices. By blending the principles of the circular economy, advanced manufacturing techniques, and intelligent systems, the book will inspire and guide the reader in harnessing the power of additive remanufacturing for a more sustainable future. Furthermore, it will shed light on the role of smart technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT), in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of additive remanufacturing processes. These intelligent systems can enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, quality control, and data-driven decision-making, leading to optimized remanufacturing operations. The book will be a valuable resource for all professionals, who are interested in understanding and implementing this innovative technology.

  • Biomimetics for Aviation and Marine Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Mahadi Hasan Masud + 2 more
    • English
    Biomimetics for Aviation and Marine Applications provides coverage of key background topics and other essential, physics-specific concepts. Readers can expect to find a wide range of field test studies and numerical simulations of applied fluid dynamics. Two areas of practical implementation are specifically emphasized in the ensuing sections through detailed descriptions of leading research developments and reviews of state-of-the-art design examples of novel or bio-improved vehicles for aviation and marine purposes. Finally, future prospects and critical challenges in the execution and utilization of those biological features for practical engineering advances are discussed.

  • Mechatronics and Data Acquisition Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • July 31, 2026
    • Hassan Elahi + 2 more
    • English
    Mechatronics and Data Acquisition Systems provides the fundamental knowledge of mechatronics engineering and its applications in control engineering, instrumentation engineering and multidisciplinary practice. The book explores recent advancements in mechatronics technologies and the state-of-the-art research on the design, fabrication, and characterization techniques for the development of electromechanical systems i.e., sensors, actuators, and transducers. It also delves into the operational aspects of these systems and multidisciplinary approaches with monitoring devices. This is a complete and useful reference tool for engineers, researchers, and students.Whilst exploring recent advancements, this title addresses the key challenges that affect the creation of mechatronics systems and explores future pathways, such as Artificial Intelligence for acquiring and analyzing data.

  • Dynamics of Marine Structures

    • 1st Edition
    • July 30, 2026
    • Yingguang Wang
    • English
    The ability to estimate and characterize ocean and sea structures’ dynamic behavior under wave-excitation forces is an underlying element of contemporary, optimized marine engineering design. Taking an interdisciplinary approach, Dynamics of Marine Structures begins by outlining foundational concepts of stochastic wave theory to facilitate cardinal understanding of nonlinear dynamical systems in the marine environment that respond to complex interactions with a wide range of factors. It goes on to illustrate in detail up-to-date statistical methods and hydro-elastic numerical modeling techniques to accurately predict extreme responses and operating limits of marine structures, and it then concludes with comprehensive practical guidance for readers undertaking marine structural design work for a variety of structures, including ships, sea walls, vertical breakwaters, harbors, and offshore energy facilities.The volume also reviews literature and summarizes the latest applied research investigations for students, researchers, and professional engineers alike, paving the way for further advancements in next-generation marine construction in support of global sustainable development targets.

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