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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.

  • Seismic Response Analysis Methods for Site-Structure Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • May 1, 2026
    • 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.

  • Encyclopedia of the Anthropocene

    • 2nd Edition
    • May 1, 2026
    • Michael I Goldstein + 2 more
    • English
    Encyclopedia of the Anthropocene, Second Edition, Four Volume Set, once again provides a topical-based synthesis of the unprecedented rise of humanity’s ecological footprint, the result of exponential population growth, coupled with run-away consumption of the planet’s finite ecosystem services. This new edition captures our current understanding of the actual effects of human population growth on the world’s resources, whether climate change, biodiversity loss, deforestation, soil erosion, poor air quality, or undrinkable water.Since publication of the first edition, the Anthropocene has been even more widely debated among scientists, humanists, conservationists, industry leaders, politicians and others over precisely when it began, what to call it, if it should be an official geological epoch, whether it can be contained in time, and how it will affect future generations. Sustainability has been a growing issue for the Earth's ecosystems in the Anthropocene. Humans are now using up the world's natural resources at an unsustainable rate. This is causing huge problems for the natural ecosystems, agricultural systems, and water supplies, especially in the Global South. Climate change research, through field observation and remote sensing, has enabled improved understanding of its effects, allowing us to project future effects and the adaptation measures they require. These are essential topics - all of which are fully covered in the encyclopedia.Given the high degree of public and media attention on these topics, a revised edition is timely. With over 200 concise and focused chapters written by leading scholars in the field, this reference work is uniquely positioned to make this knowledge accessible to a wide, global audience.

  • Emerging Trends in Manufacturing Technologies

    • 1st Edition
    • May 1, 2026
    • Ajay Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Emerging Trends in Manufacturing Technologies covers various aspects of manufacturing technologies, including methods and strategies such as the Digital Era of Manufacturing Science, eco-mechatronics, and Human-Machine Interaction. Other sections explore advanced tracks like machining, joining, casting, and inspection techniques. Aimed at researchers, academics, students and professionals, the book compiles original research and applications, offering logical and analytical solutions to manufacturing challenges. The book will serve as a comprehensive update on the state-of-the-art in manufacturing, fostering further research and innovation.Advanceme... in manufacturing significantly shape industrial services and products, influencing societal improvement. The dynamic manufacturing process, involving resources, capital, people, machines, and information, rapidly evolves with technological progress, impacting industries. To meet market demands and enhance global competitiveness, industries focus on integrating resources efficiently. This involves adopting emerging trends and advanced strategies that optimize industrial systems, providing diverse options and improving global green production.

  • Handbook of Microplastics

    • 1st Edition
    • April 24, 2026
    • George Wypych
    • English
    Handbook of Microplastics provides a wealth of information on what these materials are, how they are proliferating, their geographical distribution, chemical components, morphology, and their physical characteristics, including the various forms they take in different environments. The mechanisms of microplastic formation are discussed, as are methods for detecting and analyzing them, with emphasis placed on the importance of accurate identification in assessing their impact. Key commercial products that are significant sources of microplastics are identified, raising awareness about consumer choices and their environmental consequences. The formation, properties, and hazards of microplastics from various polymers are also covered, as are the environmental impact of microplastics, including their presence in air, water, and soil, leading into an examination of the potential effects on human health and wildlife, including plants, animals, insects, and organisms in aquatic habitats. The book concludes with coverage of microplastics in the food chain, policy measures aimed at combating microplastic pollution, and methods for reducing, eliminating, and preventing microplastic, stressing the urgency of innovative solutions and collective action.

  • Functional Nanotextiles

    Processing, Properties, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • April 24, 2026
    • 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.

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

    • 1st Edition
    • April 24, 2026
    • 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.

  • Databook of Flame Retardants

    • 2nd Edition
    • April 24, 2026
    • 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.

  • Integrated Systems Analysis of Ecosystems

    The Land, Water, Food, and Climate Nexus
    • 1st Edition
    • April 17, 2026
    • 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.

  • Materials Informatics

    Molecules, Crystals, and Beyond
    • 1st Edition
    • April 1, 2026
    • 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.

  • Fatigue Damage in Metals

    Numerical Methods-Based Approaches
    • 1st Edition
    • April 1, 2026
    • 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.

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