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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.

  • Polymer Nanoparticle Technologies for Gene Delivery and Gene Therapy

    • 1st Edition
    • February 26, 2026
    • 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
    • February 24, 2026
    • 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
    • February 21, 2026
    • 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.

  • Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates

    • 1st Edition
    • February 20, 2026
    • 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.

  • Fundamentals of Extrusion-Based Aluminum Welding and Additive Manufacturing

    A Step-by-Step Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • February 20, 2026
    • 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.

  • Humans, Robots and Virtual Worlds in the Tactile Internet

    • 1st Edition
    • February 17, 2026
    • 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
    • February 10, 2026
    • 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
    • February 10, 2026
    • 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
    • February 5, 2026
    • 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.

  • Advanced Mechanics of Solids and Structures

    • 1st Edition
    • February 2, 2026
    • Dimitrios G. Pavlou
    • English
    Advanced Mechanics of Solids and Structures provides the classic methods that are essential for a wider audience, but also the advanced techniques based on mechanical behavior, material characterization and anisotropic elasticity with applications to composite materials.This title provides deep insight on important topics, such as the theory of beams with composite cross sections, slender beams, plates on elastic foundation, Airy’s stress functions, contact stresses and the elastic stability of a variety of structural members.Mathematical tools, along with advanced methods of integral transforms are provided so the reader can follow along and apply learning.Therefore, not only is this an essential resource for BSc, MSc, PhD level students, but also a practical guide for researchers, consultants and industrial engineers in the field of mechanical, civil, and structural engineering.

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