Books in Physics

Physics titles offer comprehensive research and advancements across the fundamental and applied areas of physical science. From quantum mechanics and particle physics to astrophysics and materials science, these titles drive innovation and deepen understanding of the principles governing the universe. Essential for researchers, educators, and students, this collection supports scientific progress and practical applications across a diverse range of physics disciplines.

Books Journals

Nanomechanics for Coatings and Engineering Surfaces

1st Edition
November 5, 2024
Ben Beake + 1 more
English
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Nanomechanics for Coatings and Engineering Surfaces: Test Methods, Development Strategies, Modeling Approaches, and Applications provides readers with an array of best practices for nanoindentation measurements as well as related small-scale test methods and how to translate test results into the development of improved coatings. A core theme of the book is explaining to readers exactly how, when, and why the nanomechanical properties of engineered surfaces relate to their wear resistance.The book starts with chapters that introduce the development and importance of nanomechanical testing and linkages between wear resistance and the mechanical properties of coatings before moving into discussions of various experimental methods and techniques, such as nanoindentation, continuous stiffness measurements, nano-scratch methods, high-temperature testing, nano-impact testing, and more. Other sections discuss modeling approaches such as finite element analysis, atomistic and molecular dynamics, and analytical methods. Design strategies and industrial applications are covered next, with a final section looking at trends and future directions.

Metal Sulfide Nanomaterials for Environmental Applications

1st Edition
October 24, 2024
Peter R. Makgwane + 1 more
English
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Metal Sulfide Nanomaterials for Environmental Applications presents the fundamentals necessary to understand the latest developments and possibilities of applied use, specifically for chemical detection/sensing and monitoring in air, soil, and water matrices as well as for chemical reaction engineering purposes (conversion, photocatalysis, adsorption) to facilitate removal of pollutants. Organic contaminants, volatile organic compounds, and heavy metals pose long-term threats to natural ecosystems and human health. Particularly in the last decade, metal sulfide nanomaterials have piqued researchers’ interest due to their outstanding physicochemical characteristics that make them amenable to modulation, as well as their qualitative and quantitative structure–activity relationship.

Fundamentals of Vacuum Science and System Design for High and Ultrahigh Vacuum, Volume 1

1st Edition
October 17, 2024
J.R. Gaines + 1 more
English
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Fundamentals of Vacuum Science and System Design for High and Ultrahigh Vacuum, Volume 1: Introduction to Vacuum and Systems details the important practical considerations in design of vacuum systems for various vacuum deposition technologies. Topics covered include an introduction to vacuum and end-uses, molecular density in vacuum, molecular flow in various vacuum regimes, characteristics of gas composition at various molecular densities, general principles of gas–solid interactions, vacuum pump technology, pressure sensors, leak detection, and the impact of fundamental design decisions and operating practices on vacuum system performance.The introductory sections are designed to introduce the reader to basic concepts in vacuum technology. More detailed sections provide fundamental descriptions of basic vacuum pumps and pumping mechanisms in current practice and provides insight into the various pros and cons for each approach. System design, assembly, maintenance, and trouble-shooting are reviewed in detail.The book also describes a wide range of pressure measurement approaches, and includes several key characterization techniques, example applications on systems for rough vacuum, high vacuum and ultrahigh vacuum, as well as trade-offs in system design. These perspectives will allow the reader to develop an understanding of all the elements required for a successfully designed, assembled, and operating system.

Nanostructured Lithium-ion Battery Materials

1st Edition
October 17, 2024
Sabu Thomas + 3 more
English
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Nanostructured Lithium-ion Battery Materials: Synthesis and Applications provides a detailed overview of nanostructured materials for application in Li-ion batteries, supporting improvements in materials selection and battery performance. The book begins by presenting the fundamentals of Lithium-ion batteries, including electrochemistry and reaction mechanism, advantages and disadvantages of Li-ion batteries, and characterization methods. Subsequent sections provide in-depth coverage of a range of nanostructured materials as applied to cathodes, electrolytes, separators, and anodes. Finally, other key aspects are discussed, including industrial scale-up, safety, life cycle analysis, recycling, and future research trends.This is a valuable resource for researchers, faculty, and advanced students across nanotechnology, materials science, battery technology, energy storage, chemistry, applied physics, chemical engineering, and electrical engineering. In an industrial setting, this book will be of interest to scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals working with advanced materials for Li-ion batteries and other energy storage applications.

Theranostics Nanomaterials in Drug Delivery

1st Edition
October 10, 2024
Prashant Kesharwani + 1 more
English
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Theranostics Nanomaterials in Drug Delivery presents the most recent advances in the development of theranostic nanomaterials for drug delivery. This book compiles reports and studies on the latest changes and improvements of theranostic nanocarriers such as nanoemulsions, liposomes, exosomes, polymeric micelles, PLGA nanoparticles, chitosan nanoparticles, dendrimer, quantum dots, silica nanoparticles, gold nanoparticles, silver nanoparticles, magnetic nanoparticles, and many more, all of which can help in the sensitive diagnosis, precise targeting, and efficient and controlled delivery of nanomaterials to control various diseases at different clinical stages.Theranostics nanomaterials in drug delivery will serve as a solid foundation and reference for pharmaceutical scientists, undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, and experts in the medical field involved in the development of advanced drug delivery systems.

Hybrid Nanofillers for Polymer Reinforcement

1st Edition
August 9, 2024
Sabu Thomas + 2 more
English
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Hybrid Nanofillers for Polymer Reinforcement: Synthesis, Assembly, Characterization, and Applications provides a targeted approach to hybrid nanostructures, enabling the development of these advanced nanomaterials for specific applications. The book begins by reviewing the status of hybrid nanostructures, their current applications, and future opportunities. This is followed by chapters examining synthesis and characterization techniques, as well as interactions within nanohybrid systems. The second part of the book provides detailed chapters each highlighting a particular application area and discussing the preparation of various hybrid nano systems that can potentially be utilized in that area.The last chapters turn towards notable state-of-the-art hybrid nanomaterials and their properties and applications. This book is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across polymer science, nanotechnology, rubber technology, chemistry, sustainable materials, and materials engineering, as well as scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in hybrid nanostructures or advanced nanomaterials for a industrial application.

Nano-refrigerants and Nano-lubricants

1st Edition
July 26, 2024
Zafar Said + 1 more
English
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Nano-refrigerants and Nano-lubricants: Fundamentals and Applications provides an overview of nano-refrigerants and nano-lubricants, their synthesis, characterization, and influence of nanoparticles on the thermophysical properties. The book also describes the theoretical modeling and correlations using artificial intelligence, along with the effect of all these parameters on potential applications. Future challenges and research directions are thoroughly addressed by authors.Nano-refrige... and Nano-lubricants are a novel class of nanofluids containing a mixture of nanoparticles, lubricant, and refrigerant, and because of their enhanced heat transfer properties, they have a broad potential range of residential and commercial applications.

Pulsed Laser-Induced Nanostructures in Liquids for Energy and Environmental Applications

1st Edition
July 19, 2024
Myong Yong Choi + 4 more
English
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Pulsed Laser-Induced Nanostructures in Liquids for Energy and Environmental Applications covers the fundamental insights on the mechanism of pulsed laser techniques by considering various experimental conditions to accelerate hypotheses that are appropriate for the production of efficient nanomaterials. From this book, readers will learn about the major advancements in the field of pulsed laser technologies, current applications, and their future impact. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of nanostructured catalytic materials via pulsed laser techniques, their use as energy- and environment-related applications, and their present trend in the industry and market. In addition, this book highlights the latest advances related to the application of these nanostructured materials produced via pulsed laser in liquid techniques in various energy (supercapacitor, batteries, and hydrogen production) and environmental remediation (wastewater treatment and conversion of waste into value-added product) processes. Recent progress on several kinds of both photo- and electroactive nanomaterials is reviewed, along with essential aspects that govern catalytic behaviors and corresponding stability. This book is a key reference for researchers, graduate students, and engineers working in the field of nanotechnology as well as materials scientists interested in renewable energy and environmental science.

Error Control, Adaptive Discretizations, and Applications, Part 1

1st Edition
Volume 58
June 28, 2024
Franz Chouly + 3 more
English
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Error Control, Adaptive Discretizations, and Applications, Volume 58, Part One highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Chapters in this release cover hp adaptive Discontinuous Galerkin strategies driven by a posteriori error estimation with application to aeronautical flow problems, An anisotropic mesh adaptation method based on gradient recovery and optimal shape elements, and Model reduction techniques for parametrized nonlinear partial differential equations.

MXenes as Surface-Active Advanced Materials

1st Edition
June 25, 2024
Mumtaz A. Quraishi + 2 more
English
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MXenes as Surface-Active Advanced Materials: From Fundamentals to Industrial and Biomedical Applications covers numerous aspects of the basic science and applications of MXenes, including synthesis, classification, structure, and properties, as well as applications in gas storage and separation, environment and catalysis, tribology, biomedicine, and more. The book focuses on the characterization, synthesis and properties of MXenes, including surface/interface chemistry properties and metal- MXenes interaction. Other sections illustrate the current and potential applications of these nanomaterials within industry and biomedicine. These include a through discussion of surface chemistry and surface interaction of MXenes with different materials, along with current and future applications.This book provides a complete exploration of surface and interface applications of MXenes, highlighting established research and future perspectives, and is a valuable resource to scientists and professionals in the field of material science, nanotechnology, and 2D material chemistry.

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