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.

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Undersea Fiber Communication Systems

3rd Edition
June 27, 2025
José Chesnoy + 1 more
English
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Undersea Fiber Communication Systems, Third edition is an authoritative guide exploring the comprehensive aspects of optical communication systems over submarine cables. Covering topics such as design, technology, installation, and maintenance, it serves as an essential resource for students, experts, operators, and investors alike. This updated edition reflects the significant advancements made in the field over the past decade, ensuring it remains indispensable in the rapidly evolving domain of submarine optical communications. The third edition addresses key developments including the transverse role of open cables, the evolution of coherent transponders, and the impacts of space division multiplexing (SDM).The book also explores advancements in wet plant equipment, environmental impacts of marine operations, contract management, and the progression of unrepeated systems to match repeated systems at network levels. This comprehensive update ensures the book's relevance and utility in a field marked by continuous innovation.

Metals as Clean Fuels

1st Edition
June 23, 2025
Eric Detsi + 1 more
English
Paperback
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Metals as Clean Fuels explores the innovative use of metals as a sustainable energy source. It presents a scalable selective leaching method to activate metal fuels by increasing their surface-to-volume ratio, significantly enhancing their reactivity with water for hydrogen and heat generation. This approach positions metal fuels as a superior alternative to fossil fuels, offering higher energy density and the crucial benefit of generating energy without CO2 emissions. Additionally, the book addresses key questions and working principles in its initial chapters before delving into the energy densities of various metals, from zinc to aluminum.Chapters 8 and 9 focus on novel sustainable fabrication methods for metal/metal nanocomposites, while Chapter 10 introduces an advanced methodology for analyzing porous material systems. This monograph is a pioneering work in discussing nanostructured metals as clean fuels, with the potential to drive significant advancements in energy applications and material science research.

Massive MIMO in Practice

2nd Edition
June 20, 2025
Henrik Asplund + 12 more
English
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Massive MIMO in Practice: From 5G to 6G (2nd edition of the previously titled Advanced Antenna Systems for 5G Network Deployments: Bridging the Gap between Theory and Practice) provides a theoretical introduction to Massive MIMO as well as presenting how it can meet network performance requirements for commercial deployment.Features include:A thorough understanding of:Array antennas and how they can be used for beamforming, null-forming and support for MIMO featuresMassive MIMO features and how they work, with a particular focus on mobile networks and the specifics relevant for mobile network operation, e.g. characteristics of the radio channel in different environment and how Massive MIMO solutions adapt to theseA detailed walk-through of the 3GPP physical layer support for Massive MIMO solutions, the background for this support and how it can be used in mobile networksExplanations of what performance can be achieved in commercially deployed mobile networks for: different antenna configurations; different Massive MIMO features; different network deployment environmentsAn introduction to millimeter Wave solutions with a focus on the specifics of wave propagation and the corresponding technology solutionsRegulatory aspects which are new and specific to Massive MIMO operationProduct architecture and implementation aspects that provide cost efficient and flexible operationNew to this edition:More detail on the practical use of Massive MIMO in commercial mobile networks, specifically how to choose solutions, including antenna configuration and suitable Massive MIMO features, for cost efficient operation depending on traffic and environmental conditionsA new chapter on how to put the complete Massive MIMO solution together: hardware solutions, features and use of spectrumOutlines promising Massive MIMO solutions to be deployed in the futureInclusion of 3GPP’s Rel. 17 and Rel. 18 updatesRecent regulatory issues of high general interestPractical aspects of network planning, deployment and operationExamples of other applications of Massive MIMO: satellites, drones and WiFiOutlines the path Massive MIMO can play to achieving 6G

Numerical Modeling of Turbulent Combustion

1st Edition
June 19, 2025
Luc Vervisch + 1 more
English
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Numerical Modeling of Turbulent Combustion provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the specificities involved in numerical simulation of gaseous turbulent reactive flows and flames, including their most current applications. This title is intended for individuals with a background in fluid mechanics who are seeking to delve into the fundamentals of turbulent combustion modeling. It offers methodologies to simulate flames while taking into account their multi-physics character. Moreover, the text addresses emerging numerical technologies within this field and highlights the relevance of new sustainable fuels. The structure of the book is carefully organised to cover various aspects. It begins with an exploration of the fundamentals of aerothermochemistry, presenting key quantities and their corresponding balance equations that require numerical solutions. The book then delves into the essential concepts and tools necessary to handle the strongly non-linear nature of turbulent flames, with a specific focus on the interplay between turbulence and chemistry. Furthermore, readers will gain insights into the numerical modeling of flames within the context of sustainable combustion. This includes the introduction of novel fuels, such as hydrogen and solid metals, which have become increasingly relevant in recent times. The book also takes into account cutting-edge techniques, like the systematic integration of machine learning in numerical simulations of complex systems and the lattice Boltzmann approach. These innovations open new possibilities for tackling challenges in numerical turbulent combustion research. Both the fundamental methods and modeling tools are presented in detail, along with best practice guidelines for their practical application in simulations. This ensures that readers not only grasp the underlying theories but also gain valuable insights into how to implement these techniques effectively. Overall, Numerical Turbulent Combustion serves as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners alike, offering a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of numerical simulations in the field of turbulent combustion.

The Prediction of Future Pandemics

1st Edition
June 19, 2025
Ali Ahmadian + 4 more
English
Paperback
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Prediction of the Future Pandemic: Artificial Intelligence and Nanotechnology Approaches provides a comprehensive account of the applications, challenges, and breakthroughs in using AI and nanotechnology for pandemic prediction. The book emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration among experts and a global perspective on the prediction of future pandemics. Sections provide a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge methodologies that leverage AI and nanotechnology to predict, analyze, and combat future pandemics. This book aims to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications, offering insights into the integration of these advanced technologies for more accurate, timely, and ethical pandemic predictions.

Composite Disturbance Rejection Control (CDRC) for Complex Dynamic Systems

1st Edition
June 18, 2025
Jinhui Zhang
English
Paperback
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Composite Disturbance Rejection Control (CDRC) for Complex Dynamic Systems introduces a range of innovative composite disturbance rejection control methods, integrating DOB, ADRC, and other advanced control algorithms. These methods are poised to enhance the control performance of diverse practical control systems in the presence of disturbances. Disturbances are pervasive in modern engineering systems, exerting a nonnegligible negative influence on system performance, and conventional control methods like PID exhibit limited efficacy in managing disturbances, while certain advanced control approaches face practical implementation challenges in real-world control systems for a multitude of reasons.

Prediction Methods and Evaluation of the Fatigue Life for Automotive Structural Components

1st Edition
June 16, 2025
Xintian Liu + 3 more
English
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Prediction Methods and Evaluation of the Fatigue Life for Automotive Structural Components covers this important component that affects the performance of the entire vehicle. The light weight of automotive structural components is one of the sustainable solutions to energy and environmental issues, and the development technology of its core components and vehicle performance evaluation technology are its key development directions. To gradually replace traditional cars on a large scale, electric vehicles need to address the durability and reliability issues of the entire vehicle and key components.

Advances in Heat Transfer

1st Edition
Volume 59
June 16, 2025
John Patrick Abraham + 2 more
English
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Advances in Heat Transfer, Volume 59 presents the latest in a serial that highlights new advances in the field, with this updated volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Sample chapters in this new release include A Thermal Performance Improvement Study on a Novel Heat Sink Design and Innovative thermal management solutions for high-performance electronics: Advanced simulation techniques and practical applications.

Sensors, Circuits, and Systems for Scientific Instruments

1st Edition
June 16, 2025
Soumyajit Mandal
English
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Sensors, Circuits, and Systems for Scientific Instruments: Back-Ends and Applications delves into the advanced world of sensors and circuits tailored for precision measurements. This text builds on foundational concepts from prior studies and focuses on the sophisticated processes in the later stages of measurement. From data converters to digital signal processing, and parameter estimation to machine learning, this volume provides students with critical insights into testing, verification, and system integration through practical case studies involving various scientific instruments.Designed for senior undergraduates and entry-level graduate students in electrical and computer engineering, applied physics, and biomedical engineering, this book bridges a gap between component-focused texts and broad surveys, offering a thorough understanding of back-end systems and applications.

Impact Mechanics of Ceramic Armor

1st Edition
June 11, 2025
Xianfeng Zhang + 3 more
English
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Impact Mechanics of Ceramic Armor: Dwell and Interface Defeat provides a thorough overview of the impact dynamics of projectiles and targets, crack propagation, and damage evolution of ceramic armor during interface defeat and penetration. The book provides experimental techniques and results of ceramic armor subjected to projectile damage, covers the mechanics of damage of ceramic armor under impact load, and analyzes the failure processes alongside corresponding theoretical models. Constitutive models and material parameters between projectile and target are explained, techniques for optimum ceramic armor design are outlined, and applications of interface defeat in the field of light armor are provided.

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