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  • Recycling of Solar PV Modules

    Techniques, Challenges, Policy, and Environmental Impact
    • 1st Edition
    • Md. Shahariar Chowdhury + 1 more
    • English
    Recycling of Solar PV Modules: Techniques, Challenges, Policy, and Environmental Impact offers a holistic resource that provides the reader with a nuanced understanding of the latest techniques and various other considerations in the recycling and environmental processing of solar photovoltaic modules. Beginning with an overview of solar energy and the life cycle of solar panels, the book offers detailed chapters focusing on solar cell types, challenges, recycling techniques, regulations and policy, environmental impact, and economic impact, as well as discussing how sustainability, economics, and innovation intersect in this area of increasing importance. This valuable resource will be of interest to all those with an interest in solar photovoltaics, end-of-life, recycling, and sustainability, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, engineers, R&D, scientists, and policy makers.

  • Fiber-Optic Distributed Acoustic Sensing

    Principles and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Marcelo A. Soto + 3 more
    • English
    Fiber-Optic Distributed Acoustic Sensing: Principles and Applications addresses the fundamentals of fiber-optic distributed acoustic sensors (DAS) and their most important application fields. It is divided into three parts, the first of which covers the theoretical aspects of the working principle of DAS technology, including the description of the main optical components used for DAS monitoring, concepts of Rayleigh scattering, and approaches for resolving the spatial information based on optical time-domain and optical frequency-domain reflectometry. The second part focuses on the different interrogation techniques existing today, including dedicated signal processing and other advanced methods for enhancing sensing performance. The third part of the book is devoted to the main industrial applications of DAS technology, such as structural health monitoring, security, geophysical studies and seismic monitoring, including also relevant aspects related to the industrial standardization of the technology.For a reader with a basic background in photonics, the book provides the basis for understanding distributed acoustic sensing technology and its applications, in a single volume. It is relevant for a broad range of scientists and researchers working in the fields of photonics, sensing, environmental and structural health monitoring, optical communications, and optical fiber systems.

  • Mechanical Processes in Solid-Phase Transformations

    The Role of Stresses and Relaxation Processes in the Kinetics of Polymorphic Transformations and Chemical Reactions
    • 1st Edition
    • Stanislav A. Chizhik + 2 more
    • English
    Mechanical Processes in Solid-Phase Transformations: The Role of Stresses and Relaxation Processes in the Kinetics of Polymorphic Transformations and Chemical Reactions provides a systematic treatment of the role of mechanical feedback through several different real-world examples covering the major types of solid-state transformations. It provides a novel, comprehensive and in-depth analysis of the role of mechanical stresses and relaxation processes induced by solid-state chemical reactions. This topic has previously been addressed in a very fragmented manner, with a primary focus on superficial phenomenological levels and qualitative conclusions.The chapters feature experimental results and quantitative models of the kinetics of various types of solid-state transformations (polymorphic phase transitions, topochemical reactions, photochemical reactions in crystals) accompanied by stress, plastic deformation, fracture, and macroscopic changes in the shape of crystals. Clear examples are given of controlling transformation kinetics and product morphology by influencing mechanical properties and conditions. Mechanical Processes in Solid-Phase Transformations will help to improve understanding in the growing field of solid-state mechanochemical transformations and polymorph control.It is written for academics both in research and advanced graduate/postdoc level teaching, as well as their students, who are interested in solid-state chemistry, materials science, solid-state physics, or applications of solid-state reactivity to industry. It will also be relevant to this in the areas of nanotechnology, chemical engineering, catalysis and also pharmaceutical technologies.

  • Advanced Techniques in Thorium Extraction

    Challenges, Management, and Sustainable Innovations in Separation and Waste Handling
    • 1st Edition
    • Naseem Akhtar + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Techniques in Thorium Extraction: Challenges, Management, and Sustainable Innovations in Separation and Waste Handling examines the technologies and strategies required for efficient, environmentally responsible thorium processing. As interest in thorium-based nuclear energy grows, the book provides a detailed overview of the extraction, separation, purification, and waste management approaches that support sustainable resource utilization.Covering the full process chain from mineral beneficiation and leaching to advanced purification methods, the text explores key technologies including solvent extraction, membrane filtration, ion exchange, and novel adsorbent materials. It highlights recent innovations that improve thorium recovery while reducing environmental impacts and operational challenges.A strong focus on sustainability integrates life cycle assessment, energy efficiency considerations, and waste management practices, enabling readers to evaluate technologies from both technical and environmental perspectives. Combining scientific advances with practical applications, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals working to advance sustainable nuclear energy and responsible radioactive waste management.

  • Principles and Technologies of Green Remediation for Contaminated Soils and Water

    • 1st Edition
    • Xiaoe Yang + 2 more
    • English
    Principles and Technologies of Green Remediation for Contaminated Soils and Water is a comprehensive resource delving into pollution sources, remediation techniques, and sustainable practices for soil and water decontamination. This edited book, with a specialized focus on managing hydrocarbon and petroleum-contaminat... sites, features contributions from global experts, offering the latest insights and ongoing research in environmental remediation. Ideal for students and researchers in environmental science, this publication provides integrated research to support the implementation of sustainable green remediation methods for addressing soil and water pollution.

  • Artificial Intelligence Modeling for Dynamical Problems

    • 1st Edition
    • Snehashish Chakraverty + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence Modeling for Dynamical Problems provides a comprehensive exploration of AI-driven methodologies tailored to address the intricate challenges posed by dynamical systems. The chapters in this book delve into cutting-edge techniques, including scientific machine learning, operator learning, fuzzy logic, and optimization algorithms, highlighting their applications in structural dynamics, fluid dynamics, robotics, and wave dynamics. Readers will gain insights into innovative state-of-the-art approaches such as Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) for precise navigation and control in autonomous vehicles, convolutional neural networks (CNNs) for frequency dynamics recognition, and data-driven models for market sentiment analysis. Additionally, the book explores the role of uncertainty modeling, statistical inference, and hybrid AI techniques, such as Type-2 fuzzy fractional modeling, in advancing the field of dynamical system analysis. Each chapter combines foundational principles with practical applications, including recent investigations, making it a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, students of STEM seeking to apply theoretical AI models to real-world dynamical problems.

  • Biochemical Approaches for Waste and Biomass Valorization for Fuels and Chemicals

    • 1st Edition
    • Sachin Kumar + 4 more
    • English
    Biochemical Approaches for Waste and Biomass Valorization for Fuels and Chemicals, the latest release in the Woodhead Bioenergy series, brings together the latest advances in biochemical conversion technologies, practical insights for industrial applications, and a critical assessment of process parameters. The book begins by introducing biomass and waste valorization, characterization methods, biomass availability and collection, and biorefineries before detailed chapters focus on advanced pre-treatment technologies, fermentation, anaerobic digestion and dark fermentation, lignin valorization, and other emerging techniques. The final chapters address process integration, techno-economic analysis, and policy frameworks, as well as case studies and business models for real-world applications.This volume will be of interest to all those working in the field of waste and biomass valorization, biochemical conversion routes, and biofuels, including researchers, faculty, advanced students, scientists, engineers, industrial practitioners, and policymakers.

  • Multi-hazard Disaster Risk and Resilience

    Deltas and Coastal Systems in the Global South
    • 1st Edition
    • Indrajit Pal + 3 more
    • English
    Multi-hazard Disaster Risk and Resilience: Deltas and Coastal Systems in the Global South explores climate change adaptation strategies, integrated coastal zone management, and ecosystem services for disaster risk reduction. Diving into these dynamic environments, the book uncovers sustainable practices and resilience-building measures in the face of escalating natural and anthropogenic hazards. The primary focus of this textbook is to offer an overview of various techniques and processes for building systems and communities that are resilient to multiple hazards. Structured into sixteen chapters, this textbook offers foundational concepts and practical strategies essential for understanding critical ecosystems with an in-depth analysis of multi-hazard risks and resilience. Following this, chapters map the impacts of climate change on fragile environments and detail strategies for fostering resilience. Each chapter provides a holistic view of the interplay between natural and anthropogenic factors, guiding readers through a landscape of practical solutions and innovative approaches to enhance sustainability and resilience within these vital ecosystems. Multi-hazard Disaster Risk and Resilience: Deltas and Coastal Systems in the Global South is a foundational guide for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in environmental science, disaster management, and coastal resilience. It is equally beneficial for researchers, practitioners, and professionals in the fields of disaster risk reduction, environmental sustainability, and coastal management. The book offers additional resources such as maps and data sets to support student learning and hands-on engagement.

  • Recent Advances in Manufacturing, Characterization, and Applications of Composites

    • 1st Edition
    • Pallab Sarmah + 2 more
    • English
    Recent Advances in Manufacturing, Characterization, and Applications of Composites provides comprehensive guidance on cutting-edge developments in composite materials. Covering the development, fabrication, machining, testing and analysis of polymeric, metallic and ceramic composites, the book addresses innovations critical to high-performance applications in aerospace, biomedical, renewable energy, electronics and scientific domains. It examines advanced fabrication routes such as 3D printing, friction stir processing, and spark plasma sintering, alongside modern machining, non-destructive testing and computational modelling, with a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence, machine learning and sustainable processing.Comprises of nine chapters on advancements in manufacturing, processing, and testing of composite materials—each contributed by experienced international researchers. Combining theoretical insight with research studies and practical knowledge, the book is a valuable reference for researchers, materials scientists, engineers, industrial R&D teams and postgraduate students.

  • Lightweight Secure and Intelligent Approaches for Medical Devices

    Trends and Future Frontiers
    • 1st Edition
    • R. Praveen + 1 more
    • English
    Lightweight Secure and Intelligent Approaches for Medical Devices: Trends and Future Frontiers addresses the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence, Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), and edge computing within healthcare. This reference meets the critical demand for resource-efficient, secure, and trustworthy AI models tailored specifically for embedded medical devices operating under stringent constraints. By integrating advances in lightweight AI, medical device security, and intelligent data processing, the book fills a vital gap in current literature, offering researchers, engineers, and healthcare professionals a comprehensive resource to develop next-generation medical technologies. The book is organized into four parts, beginning with foundational concepts including the evolution of AI in healthcare devices, lightweight model design, and medical device security standards. It progresses to predictive intelligence and reliability, covering AI techniques for disease monitoring, device calibration, and personalized medicine. The security and privacy section explores network architectures, privacy-preserving AI, lightweight cryptography, and defenses against adversarial attacks. The final part presents emerging trends such as edge AI, digital twins, explainable AI, augmented and virtual reality applications, and quantum-safe security protocols. Each chapter combines theoretical insights with practical case studies and research perspectives to guide real-world deployment. Lightweight Secure and Intelligent Approaches for Medical Devices: Trends and Future Frontiers serves as an essential reference for researchers, medical device developers, cybersecurity professionals, and graduate students aiming to innovate secure and intelligent healthcare solutions in resource-constrained environments.

  • Ecology of Volcanic Landscapes

    Biodiversity, Conservation, Management, Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • Giuseppe Bonanno + 1 more
    • English
    Ecology of Volcanic Landscapes: Biodiversity, Conservation, Management, Challenges offers a comparative study of numerous volcanic environments across different geographical regions, climate zones, geo-morphological peculiarities, and kinds of dominant vegetation. The book begins with an overview of the main volcanic landscapes that can be found in various latitudes, e.g., Mediterranean, temperate, polar, and tropical. After describing a novel classification system of volcanic landscapes, the authors focus on several major volcanoes on Earth, including Mounts Etna, Teide, Hekla, St. Helens, Mauna Loa, Fuji and Asama, while also presenting a newly proposed classification of volcanic landscapes.For each of these volcanoes, different aspects are investigated, especially vegetation zones, plant endemism and biodiversity, metapopulations, landscape connectivity, climate and land-cover changes, conservation issues, and future challenges. Readers will find stimulating insights into the study of volcanic landscapes and the ecosystems within them.

  • Dynamics of Tethered Satellites and Space Elevators

    • 1st Edition
    • Arun K. Misra + 1 more
    • English
    Dynamics of Tethered Satellites and Space Elevators provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge of tethered space systems, including their potential applications, history, and a description of past and current space tether missions. This is followed by an in-depth investigation into various aspects of the dynamics and control of rigid and flexible single-tether space systems, tether propulsion, and multi-tether satellite systems. The use of tethers to remove space debris is discussed next alongside other sustainability-relat... considerations, making the content all the more relevant in view of the global pressures that stakeholders in the space sector currently face.An entire section of chapters on the dynamics of partial and full space elevators concludes the volume.

  • Quantum Dots in Energy

    Design, Development, and Emerging Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Rakesh Kumar Sharma + 2 more
    • English
    Quantum Dots in Energy: Design, Development, and Emerging Applications explores quantum dots for energy applications. The book begins with the fundamental properties of quantum dots and then considers their synthesis, fabrication, and characterization techniques before investigating a range of applications in the area of renewable energy solutions and energy-efficient devices. It covers the general properties of quantum dots, recent and possible future applications in the field of energy, and the advantages and disadvantages of various fabrication techniques. Users will also find information on the application of quantum dots in various, important technologies, including light-emitting diodes, photovoltaics, batteries, catalysis, and thermoelectrics.Fina... it looks ahead to future directions for further research and innovation.

  • Fundamentals of Next-Generation Remote Sensing

    Data-Driven Earth Observation, Artificial Intelligence, and Emerging Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Xiao Huang + 3 more
    • English
    Fundamentals of Next-Generation Remote Sensing: Data-Driven Earth Observation, Artificial Intelligence, and Emerging Applications addresses the urgent need for a comprehensive, practice-oriented resource in the rapidly evolving field of Earth observation. As sensor technologies advance and data volumes grow exponentially, researchers and professionals require a cohesive guide that bridges traditional image processing with cutting-edge AI, cloud computing, and participatory paradigms. The book covers sourcing multi-sensor imagery—from satellites, drones, and in-situ networks—automating data harmonization, training state-of-the-art AI models, and deploying interactive dashboards for decision-makers. Its chapters span foundational data ecosystems, sensor technologies, pre-processing workflows, AI architectures, and high-impact applications such as disaster response, climate analysis, urban planning, and biodiversity monitoring. This volume offers a unique synthesis of technical workflows, open-source tools, and ethical considerations, making it invaluable for remote sensing scientists, geospatial data engineers, urban planners, and environmental policymakers. It empowers users to develop scalable, reproducible, and policy-relevant solutions, ensuring that remote sensing data transforms into actionable insights for societal benefit.Whether for research, operational deployment, or education, this book provides the essential pipelines, case studies, and best practices needed to keep pace with the advancing Earth observation landscape.

  • Engineering Composites

    A Practical Product Design and Processing Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Antonio Torres Marques + 1 more
    • English
    Engineering Composites: A Practical Product Design and Processing Guide provides a thorough overview of composite materials, covering their development, design, manufacturing, and practical applications. Written by experts, this book offers practical insights and methodologies for understanding and utilizing composite systems effectively. Starting with an explanation of raw materials such as polymeric matrices and fiber reinforcements, the book discusses how to design composite products and select appropriate materials. It also explores various manufacturing techniques, from traditional methods to modern approaches like 3D printing, and provides practical advice on tooling design. Readers will gain a solid understanding of product testing, damage detection, and maintenance. The book also covers certification processes, social responsibility, and emerging trends in a straightforward manner, providing valuable insights into the ever-evolving world of composite materials.

  • Biofuel-Reforming for Sustainable Energy

    • 1st Edition
    • Maryam Meshksar + 2 more
    • English
    Biofuel-Reforming for Sustainable Energy delivers a comprehensive and forward-looking perspective on the technologies transforming renewable fuels into clean energy, hydrogen, and value-added products. Bridging fundamental science with engineering practice, the book begins with the principles of biofuel reforming, feedstock selection, thermodynamic analysis, and advanced reactor design before presenting the latest developments in catalyst engineering, including metallic, mixed-metal oxide, ferrite, composite, and bio-derived catalysts, together with machine learning approaches for catalyst discovery and process optimization.The book provides in-depth coverage of the major biofuel conversion pathways, including steam reforming, dry reforming, autothermal reforming, partial oxidation, plasma-assisted reforming, thermal and hydrothermal cracking, and catalytic cracking for fuels and chemical production. Dedicated sections examine emerging applications in fuel cells, biomass gasification integrated with reforming, niche end-use technologies, and sustainable utilization of agricultural residues.Beyond technology, the book addresses the broader challenges of deploying biofuel reforming at scale through environmental impact assessment, life cycle assessment, techno-economic and industrial evaluation, policy frameworks, and exergy, exergoeconomic, and exergoenvironmental analyses. Bringing together established knowledge and the latest advances in one authoritative volume, this book is an essential reference for researchers, engineers, graduate students, and industry professionals developing next-generation sustainable energy systems.

  • A Comprehensive Guide to R Programming for Data Analytics

    • 1st Edition
    • Parul Acharya
    • English
    A Comprehensive Guide to R Programming for Data Analytics provides a comprehensive presentation of univariate and multivariate statistical models within the general linear model and generalized linear model framework to analyze simple and complex data using R software. This book presents popular R packages that are used in data mining (e.g., caret-classification and regression, lubridate-dates and times, string-R for string data) and visualization (e.g., ggplot, ggthemes, ggtext). The R packages used to analyze data using a particular statistical model are explained through real-world and publicly available datasets. R codes are presented in a manner that helps readers understand the program code syntax.Examples of real-world data sets from a variety of academic disciplines are provided so that a wide audience can learn R programming to analyze data in their research. The book provides tips, recommendations, and strategies to troubleshoot common issues in R syntax, as well as definitions of key terms. Checkpoints are included to recap the concepts learned in each chapter. The book helps readers enhance their conceptual understanding and practical application of statistical models to real-world datasets, and enables readers to gain competency in R programming, which is an important skill in today’s data-driven market.

  • Nanocellulose from Agricultural Biomass

    Fundamentals, Performance, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • N. M. Nurazzi + 1 more
    • English
    Nanocellulose from Agricultural Biomass: Fundamentals, Performance, and Applications provides an extensive exploration of advances in deriving nanocellulose from renewable agricultural resources. The book covers the entire spectrum, from the origins and significance of agricultural biomass to traditional and modern isolation methods, including chemical, mechanical, chemomechanical and enzymatic routes. It examines the morphology, structure and properties of nanocellulose and the sustainable, cost-effective production techniques that make agricultural feedstocks an attractive alternative to chemically produced material, before addressing surface modification, functionalization and composite fabrication with thermoplastic and thermosetting matrices.Organised into fundamentals, fabrication and applications, the book explores cutting-edge uses in biomedical materials, electronics, environmental remediation, structural applications, packaging, 3D printing and propellants, supported by detailed case studies, performance evaluations and cost analysis. It is designed for researchers, industry professionals and postgraduate students working with natural fibres, nanocellulose and polymer composites and interested in sustainable product development.

  • Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Joris W. Thybaut + 5 more
    • English
    Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering is a practical focused text that brings together the relevant basics for reaction engineering and shows their applications to a wide variety of examples, whilst looking at the intrinsic kinetics data acquisition, reaction mechanism elucidation, elementary step-based modelling and model-based design and optimization involved.The book aims at spanning the entire process from acquisition of the relevant data in dedicated experimental set-ups, over the proper treatment of the data and the corresponding interpretation up to the quantification of the gained understanding in a model. The latter aspect allows the reader to challenge the interpretation made of the data and design subsequent experiments or improve the interpretation/model formulation. The coverage is not just limited to the generic (theoretical) principles but will also carefully consider and explain their application to a variety of real-life applications including gas- and liquid-phase reactions, heterogeneously catalyzed reactions involving adsorption either in the Henry regime or at full saturation of the catalyst or combined homogeneous-heteroge... reactions.Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering is written primarily for graduate students and postdoc researchers in chemical engineering or applied industrial chemistry studying chemical reaction engineering and catalysis, as well as physical chemists studying kinetics.

  • Tailoring Light Emission with Nanostructured Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Rehana P. Ummer + 2 more
    • English
    Tailoring Light Emission with Nanostructured Materials provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advances and emerging technologies in the field of nanostructured light emitters, offering insights into potential research directions. The book explores the theoretical foundations, experimental techniques, and characterization methods used in the development of novel light emitters in various industries, including electronics, lighting, displays, and medical devices, providing up-to-date information on the latest innovations in nanostructured materials for light emitting applications, along with valuable insights on the latest materials, fabrication techniques, and applications driving innovation in the sector. The book covers a range of applications, from medical devices and environmental sensors to consumer electronics and communication systems, providing practical examples in all cases. Identifying and applying the right light-emitting materials for specific applications across various industries can be challenging, and finding efficient yet cost-effective materials for light emitters is a common concern for researchers and industry professionals. This book addresses both of these challenges in addition to considering the environmental impact of various materials, discussing sustainable alternatives and practices in the development and application of light emitters.

  • Water Scarcity

    Disciplinary Perspectives and International Experiences Revisited
    • 1st Edition
    • Antonio A. R. Ioris
    • English
    Water Scarcity: Disciplinary Perspectives and International Experiences Revisited revisited delves into water scarcity and abundance by examining their evolution and the diverse responses they have provoked across the Global North and South. Through a multidimensional lens and edited by experts in the fields of water science, this comprehensive book explores trends in both inland and coastal regions, the complex interplay between urban and rural areas, and the pivotal roles of technology, community, and gender in shaping responses to scarcity. Drawing from scientific, academic, and grassroots perspectives, the book exposes how exclusionary policies, and technocratic solutions often perpetuate scarcity, while fleeting abundances are manufactured to serve political or operational interests. By critically assessing the moral, legal, and economic bases of water allocation, and highlighting both obstacles and innovative pathways to development, this is a necessary guide to students and researchers of Environmental Science offering and nuanced understanding of water scarcity.

  • Flax Fiber Composites

    From Fundamentals to Advanced Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Md Zillur Rahman + 1 more
    • English
    Flax Fiber Composites: From Fundamentals to Advanced Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals, manufacturing processes, properties, and applications of these sustainable materials. In response to growing interest in bio-based materials across the automotive, aerospace, construction and consumer-goods sectors, the book covers the chemical composition, extraction, manufacturing, surface modification and functionalization of flax fibers. It explores the processing, fabrication and characterization of multifunctional composites combining flax with thermoplastic, thermosetting, elastomer, biopolymer, geopolymer and concrete matrices, and examines their physical, mechanical, thermal, and acoustic properties, as well as their durability.With contributions from leading international researchers, the book surveys applications in the automotive, marine, aerospace, construction, packaging, sports, biomedical and thermal-insulation sectors, and addresses additive manufacturing, 3D and 4D printing, recycling, theoretical modeling, simulation and life-cycle assessment. It is an invaluable reference for researchers, engineers and advanced students in materials science and engineering.

  • Models and Methods for Synthetic Aperture Radar Remote Sensing

    From Physics to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Pasquale Imperatore + 2 more
    • English
    Models and Methods for Synthetic Aperture Radar Remote Sensing: From Physics to Applications expansively outlines the use of SAR remote sensing in Earth Observation, offering state-of-the-art methodologies, broad applications and use cases, and a multidisciplinary approach. It explores basic and advanced methods, accompanied by practical applications and case studies, fostering a deep understanding and facilitating real-world problem solving in Earth Observation. Models and Methods for Synthetic Aperture Radar Remote Sensing provides invaluable insights into SAR technologies, enhancing research quality and relevance through reproducible methodology for Earth Observation and remote sensing researchers and academics, or Earth and Environmental scientists employing remote sensing techniques.

  • Advanced Composites and Nanocomposites for Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Water Management

    • 1st Edition
    • Abou el Kacem Qaiss + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Composites and Nanocomposites for Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Water Management explores how cutting-edge materials can revolutionize wastewater management. The book aims to merge the latest research and technological advancements in composites and nanocomposites, offering practical applications that enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of water treatment processes. It is timely due to increasing global water resource pressures from pollution, population growth, and climate change. The book covers new developments in materials science, including: the properties and types of composites and nanocomposites and their applications in wastewater treatment and water management. The content is structured to include foundational knowledge, detailed analyses, practical applications, sustainability discussions, and future trends. The book will be a valuable reference resource for materials scientists, environmental engineers, policymakers, and industry practitioners.

  • Supercritical Fluids in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Technologies

    From Controlled Drug Release Formulation to Tissue Engineering
    • 1st Edition
    • Giovanna Della Porta
    • English
    Supercritical Fluids in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Technologies: From Controlled Drug Release Formulation to Tissue Engineering describes the well-studied, but previously not well summarised supercritical fluid technologies useful for pharmaceutical and biomedical applications. Supercritical technologies have been described over the last 20 years as innovative and capable of solving many problems relating to conventional chemical processes such as extraction, crystallization, foaming, drying precipitation, aerogels fabrications. This is generally true but there remain exceptions and limitations. Featuring extensive case studies and examples presenting from lab-scale to industrial scale, the author highlights the innovations of the described processes, but also their drawbacks, such as the difficulties to generalize the process application to several drugs and biomolecules. The book provides a critical overview on the necessity of process optimization case-by case that have limited the use of these dense gases in larger scale pharmaceutical or biomedical industrial production.Supercrit... Fluids in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Technologies: From Controlled Drug Release Formulation to Tissue Engineering will appeal to graduate and postdoc level students and researchers primarily in chemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry, and chemical engineering. R&D scientists at pharma and biotech companies and postdoc students studying advanced pharmaceutical technologies for drug delivery and tissue engineering, medical biomedical technology and bioengineering will also find the book useful for reference.

  • Energy Risk and Energy Justice in Energy Markets

    Economic, Financial and Environmental Consequences
    • 1st Edition
    • Muhammad Shahbaz + 1 more
    • English
    Energy Risk and Energy Justice in Energy Markets: Economic, Financial and Environmental Consequences addresses the intersection of energy risk, justice, and their economic, financial, and environmental consequences. The book presents a systematic exploration of energy risk and justice, drawing on advanced econometric methods and empirical studies. Chapters cover critical topics such as energy risk and environmental quality, financial development, economic impacts, and the role of justice in shaping outcomes. Dedicated sections address methods and models for assessment, climate finance case studies, and the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors.The book equips its audience with actionable insights and state-of-the-art research to address the challenges of energy transition, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development. By bridging gaps in the current literature, it empowers users to design and implement evidence-based policies, advance research, and contribute to the global discourse on energy equity and sustainability.

  • Industrial Process Scale-up

    A Practical Innovation Guide from Idea to Commercial Implementation
    • 3rd Edition
    • Jan Harmsen
    • English
    Industrial Product and Process Scale-up: A Practical Innovation Guide from Idea to Commercial Implementation, Third Edition serves as a comprehensive guide for all aspects of process and product scale-up from idea generation, through R&D, engineering, procurement, construction to implementation, providing insights on identifying and mitigating risks associated with commercial scale implementation - providing insights on identifying and mitigating risks associated with commercial scale implementation. The Third Edition introduces new strategies for product scale-up and integrating product and process scale-up across six innovation stages, offering methods for pilot plant decision-making, scale-down processes, and evaluation criteria for demo-plant versus commercial scale plant selection. Special emphasis is placed on unit operation scale-up methods and intensified process steps to aid decision-making during the feasibility stage, benefiting industries like pharma and active pharma ingredients. This book will be a valuable guide to researchers in industry, working to scale-up products and processes across commercial sectors. This book will also be a very useful guide to late-stage students and academics working in industrial chemical process engineering.

  • In-Fleet Monitoring

    Digital Twin Enabled Roadway and Traffic Monitoring and Management Using Connected and Autonomous Vehicles' Data
    • 1st Edition
    • Hoofar Shokravi + 1 more
    • English
    This book introduces a novel intelligent transportation system (ITS) that formulates the concept of connected autonomous vehicle data-as-a-service (CAV-DaaS). By leveraging crowdsourced data from CAVs, the platform enables autonomous, real-time, continuous, and network-wide monitoring of roadway infrastructure, bridge structural health, traffic conditions, and on-road hazards. Built on a digital twin-enabled system-of-systems architecture, this system provides a scalable alternative to conventional fixed and mobile sensor-based monitoring systems, supporting more efficient, resilient, and intelligent transportation infrastructure management. This methodology crowdsources data from CAV fleets already circulating on the network, leveraging GPS, IMUs, LiDAR, cameras, radar, and vehicle-to-everythin... links to enable a continuous and autonomous monitoring system that is scalable and without costs attributed to fixed sensors or dedicated test vehicles. The book demonstrates how CAV data can be used for detection and assessment of on-road debris (e.g., tire/cargo debris, rocks and gravel, detached vehicle parts), and road surface damages (e.g., potholes, cracks), road asset monitoring (e.g., signs, road markings, traffic lights), structural health monitoring of roadway bridges (detection of damage and changes in bridge dynamic response), as well as inclusive traffic management and control (e.g., traffic flow visualization, traffic prediction, traffic forecasting, incident detection and management, parking management). The book guides readers from foundational CAV concepts such as autonomy-enabling sensors, perception pipelines, and edge/fog/cloud computing architectures to the advanced algorithms that transform raw vehicular observations into actionable intelligence. The digital twin-enabled platform is structured into four logical layers, with the vehicle perception layer harvesting multimodal sensor data, the communication layer transporting and pre-processing these streams, a cloud-based digital-twin layer fusing, storing, and analyzing the data, and a decision-interface layer returning insight directly to vehicles, roadside controllers, or traffic-management centers.

  • Graphene Quantum Dot-based Polymer Nanocomposites

    Synthesis, Functionalization to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Srikanta Moharana + 1 more
    • English
    Graphene Quantum Dot-based Polymer Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Functionalization to Applications presents an extensive review of the latest advances in this important research field. The chapters emphasize recent developments in the synthesis, surface modification, characterization, properties, and cutting-edge practical applications of these materials across various scientific and technological fields. The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, manufacturers, and all those working in the research and development of graphene quantum dots and their polymer nanocomposites for a broad range of different applications.

  • Remote Sensing and AI for Climate-Driven Hazard Assessment

    Geospatial Approaches to Risk, Monitoring, and Mitigation
    • 1st Edition
    • Aqil Tariq + 1 more
    • English
    Remote Sensing and AI for Climate-Driven Hazard Assessment: Geospatial Approaches to Risk, Monitoring, and Mitigation addresses the urgent need for advanced geospatial tools to manage increasing climate-related hazards. This volume combines satellite data, GIS technologies, and artificial intelligence to improve hazard detection, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies. It is designed for researchers, environmental scientists, GIS specialists, and policymakers working on climate vulnerability and disaster risk reduction. The book offers a structured approach across chapters, covering theory, data sources, analytical methods, and practical case studies from regions like the UAE, China, and Southeast Asia, emphasizing real-world applications. Its regional focus and integration of cutting-edge analytics enable professionals to develop innovative solutions for urban resilience and climate adaptation. By bridging foundational knowledge with advanced geospatial analysis, this reference empowers users to make data-driven decisions, enhance disaster preparedness, and support sustainable development in a changing climate.

  • Atomic Layer Deposition: Chemistry, Processing, and Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Xiangbo Meng + 1 more
    • English
    Atomic Layer Deposition: Chemistry, Processing, and Applications offers a systematic overview of ALD, highlighting its scientific foundations, surface chemistry, and processing techniques. The book explores the origin and evolution of ALD, along with its key applications across various fields, making it an essential reference for understanding this versatile technology. The book is organized into four main parts: Fundamentals of ALD, ALD in Semiconductors, Heterogeneous Catalysis, and Emerging Applications. It covers topics such as precursors, characterization methods, and advanced processing strategies. Readers will find detailed insights into ALD’s role in memory devices, interconnects, catalysts, energy storage, photovoltaics, water treatment, and innovative fields like additive manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.Atom... Layer Deposition: Chemistry, Processing, and Applications is an invaluable resource for researchers, engineers, and students in chemistry, physics, materials science, nanotechnology, and related disciplines.

  • HAZOP: Guide to Best Practice

    • 4th Edition
    • Phil Eames + 1 more
    • English
    HAZOP: Guide to Best Practice, Fourth Edition is an essential resource for professionals in the process industries, offering a comprehensive overview of the HAZOP study method. This updated edition incorporates the latest insights and practices to enhance safety and operational efficiency within HAZOP teams. Readers will discover how to effectively implement HAZOP techniques in both new and existing facilities, with clear guidance through every stage of the study process. The book features diagrammatic representations of key concepts, making complex information accessible and easy to understand. Delving into the intricacies of HAZOP, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the detailed HAZOP study procedure, organizing and conducting studies, recording and auditing processes, and advanced aspects of HAZOP. It also addresses specific applications, such as transient operations and proprietary equipment, while providing valuable appendices that illustrate HAZOP studies for various operational scenarios. With new content on the implications of AI and advanced control systems, this edition is timely and relevant.

  • Emerging Technologies in Industrial Waste Clarification

    Pollutant Mitigation and Resource Recovery
    • 1st Edition
    • Jayato Nayak + 4 more
    • English
    Industrial wastewater is one of the biggest challenges for sustainability, as traditional treatment methods often fall short in dealing with today’s complex pollutants. Emerging Technologies in Industrial Waste Clarification: Pollutant Mitigation and Resource Recovery brings together new Physico-chemical and biological approaches that aim to make treatment more effective and sustainable. The book covers a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, petrochemicals, food, energy, metallurgy and e-waste. It highlights not just the types of wastes and their impact, but also the new solutions being developed such as microbial remediation, nanotechnology, advanced oxidation, membrane processes, and resource recovery techniques. Several chapters also show how case studies and pilot-scale work are moving these technologies from research to practice. In addition, the book considers global policies, regulatory frameworks, and the 3R principles (reduce, reuse, recycle), which are essential for large-scale adoption. Written for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals, this book connects current research with practical applications and policy needs. It offers both technical insights and real-world relevance, helping readers understand how innovative waste treatment can support a circular economy and reduce environmental impact.

  • AI Challenges for a Sustainable Future

    • 1st Edition
    • Kuldeep Kaswan + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a fundamental transformative force which can create revolutionary solutions to protect the environment while encouraging economic development and improving social progress. AI also brings potential threats for the planet and for future generations. AI Challenges for a Sustainable Future analyzes the role of AI in promoting sustainability while also addressing the significant challenges it introduces which threaten long-term ecological and social equilibrium. It examines the impact of AI biases, along with energy use optimization challenges and social economic problems that result from AI applications. The book presents analysis of natural resource governance and sustainable computing development, and offers solutions to aid in the achievement of worldwide Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and questions how we can control AI technology before it undermines future developments. Each chapter explores a key issue, highlights obstacles, and suggests technological, ethical, and policy-oriented strategies to lessen AI's adverse effects while enhancing its advantages for a sustainable future. The book advocates for energy-efficient AI algorithms, green computing, and the development of sustainable hardware. It also recommends decentralized AI models to decrease dependence on energy-intensive cloud computing. Additionally, it discusses policy frameworks aimed at fostering responsible AI development and achieving carbon-neutral AI systems.

  • Rare Earths

    Science, Technology, Production, Use, and Recycling
    • 2nd Edition
    • Jacques Lucas + 4 more
    • English
    Rare Earths: Science, Technology, Production, Use, and Recycling, Second Edition explores and examines the extraction and critical uses of the REE in the 21st Century as determined by their occurrence, chemistry, physics, and atomic structure. High-technology and environmental applications of the rare-earth elements (REE) have grown dramatically in diversity and importance over the past five decades. This book provides a scientific understanding of rare earth properties and uses, present and future. It also points the way to efficient recycle of the rare earths in end-of-use products and efficient use of rare earths in new products. This new edition examines the geology, mineralogy, discovery, ore, concentration, mining, mineral processing, rare earth extraction and production of pure rare earth metals and compounds (e.g., rare earth oxides, chlorides), atomic structures, properties, applications including military, economics, and future. High-end environmental applications of the earth elements have grown dramatically in diversity over the past decade, for example the scientific understanding of the way to efficiently recycle rare earths in end-of-use products and efficient use of rare earths in new products such as lasers. Scientists and students will appreciate the book’s approach to the availability, structure, and properties of rare earths, and how they have led to a myriad of critical uses, present and future. Experts will also get an integrated picture of production and use (present and future) of rare earths and the science behind this picture. The book will be directed to senior undergraduate science and engineering students and postgraduate students in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, materials science and engineering, and optical engineering. Also, employees in the rare earth and associated industries, or government and industrial libraries. This book will continue prove valuable as a resource to obtain a clear picture of production and use of rare earths in the 21st Century, and the science behind this picture.

  • Electric Vehicle Conductive and Wireless Charging Technologies

    Power Electronics for Grid Integration
    • 1st Edition
    • Yiming Zhang + 1 more
    • English
    Electric Vehicle Conductive and Wireless Charging Technologies: Power Electronics for Grid Integration provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements and challenges in the field of electric vehicle charging technology. The book begins by providing a clear assessment of the research history and context before proposing a set of implantation standards for both conductive and wireless charging. Each charging technology is given a detailed assessment, and the two are contrasted in a variety of case studies and scenarios. Specific challenges such as wide-voltage-gain efficient conductive charging and misalignment tolerance and interoperability in wireless charging are presented, with potential solutions.Critically... auxiliary systems from positioning to foreign object detection are put in context, and a practical assessment of integration challenge is provided. This book equips students, researchers, and engineer with a holistic view of the challenges, cutting-edge research landscape, and integration opportunities related to EV wireless and conductive charging.

  • Metal-Oxide-Based Nanomaterials and their Advanced Environmental Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Lucas Meili + 4 more
    • English
    Metal-Oxide-Based Nanomaterials and their Advanced Environmental Applications addresses the application of metal-oxide-based materials in soil, water, and wastewater treatment remediation technologies. These materials are particularly promising for applications as adsorbents, catalysts, and sensors, among others. The book provides researchers, students, professors, and industry experts with fundamental and advanced information in the field of metal oxide materials for environmental applications. Metal oxides and their physical, magnetic, optical, and chemical characteristics are of increasing interest to researchers addressing soil, wastewater, groundwater, and surface water contamination. Novel materials based on metal oxides show remarkable sensitivity to alterations in their composition and structure, and lend themselves especially well to cutting-edge procedures or processes for environmental remediation.

  • Strategic Energy Planning for Districts and Local Municipalities in the Global South

    • 1st Edition
    • Paul A. Adedeji + 3 more
    • English
    Strategic Energy Planning for Districts and Local Municipalities in the Global South provides a comprehensive framework for strategic energy planning and renewable energy integration in the context of districts and local municipalities in developing countries in the Global South. Drawing on the authors’ extensive experience, latest methodologies and best-practice, insights from case studies will be presented, giving context and guidance on crafting a strategic energy plan focusing on moving towards implementation and supporting energy transition. The book begins by providing a broad overview of the state of energy systems in developing countries, future pathways to sustainability, and the role of energy planning. This is followed by in-depth chapters covering energy demand and supply landscape, principles of strategic energy planning, stakeholder engagement strategies, data collection and analysis, electrical energy demand forecasting methodologies, renewable energy resource assessment, energy mix modeling, development of an implementation plan, renewable energy project financing, and energy project evaluation and monitoring. A final chapter brings together case studies from the Global South, drawing on the authors’ work in sub-Saharan Africa as well as from other regions.This is a valuable resource that provides technical know-how and supports successful implementation for energy planners, municipal planning professionals, electrical and mechanical engineers, architects, urban and regional planners, renewable energy practitioners, grid system planners, energy sector personnel, and academics in the energy space.

  • Molecular Simulations of Clay Minerals

    • 1st Edition
    • Xiancai Lu + 1 more
    • English
    Molecular Simulations of Clay Minerals provides an in-depth exploration of the latest advances in molecular and multiscale modeling techniques applied to clay minerals and their interfaces. The book examines the influence of polarizability on clay-water interactions and offers detailed insights into the structure and dynamics of clay and other layered minerals at the molecular level. It discusses clay hydration processes, thermodynamics, and the molecular mechanisms behind cation exchange, providing a comprehensive understanding of these fundamental phenomena. The text also addresses specialized applications, including atomistic modeling related to geological nuclear waste disposal and storage, highlighting the environmental significance of clay minerals. It explores the complexation of metal cations on clays and the implications for resource extraction, as well as the development of pharmaceutical-clay nanocomposites at the atomic scale, bridging materials science and geochemistry. Additionally, the book looks into multiscale modeling of interactions between clay and organic matter, advancing knowledge on carbon cycling and soil chemistry. Further chapters provide molecular-level insights into methane hydrate formation on clay surfaces and the distribution and mobility of crude oil within clay pores, revealing critical processes relevant to energy resources and environmental remediation. This comprehensive volume equips researchers and practitioners with cutting-edge computational tools and theoretical frameworks to better understand clay minerals, fostering innovations across geochemistry, geology, environmental science, and materials engineering.

  • Global Water Scarcity and Urban Resilience

    Nature-Based Solutions for Cities under Climate Change
    • 1st Edition
    • João C.G. Lanzinha + 3 more
    • English
    Global Water Scarcity and Urban Resilience: Nature-Based Solutions for Cities under Climate Change provides a comprehensive and timely exploration of how cities around the world can confront the escalating challenge of water insecurity. Bringing together leading experts from multiple regions and disciplines, this book presents actionable strategies for building resilience through engineering innovation, policy reform, and nature-based infrastructure. It features comparative case studies, planning tools, and global best practices that illustrate how cities—from Beira and Cape Town to São Paulo, Chennai, and Los Angeles, are reimagining water systems to thrive under climate stress.As climate change, rapid urbanization, and aging infrastructure converge, urban areas across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and beyond face mounting risks of droughts, floods, and water contamination, thus threatening human well-being and sustainable development. The book is a necessary guide for academics, practitioners, and decision-makers committed to advancing sustainable and equitable urban water futures.

  • Advanced Nanostructured Thin Films for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Mariana Amorim Fraga + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Nanostructured Thin Films for Biomedical Applications provides a comprehensive resource for understanding both theoretical first principles and computational modeling concepts and applications of nanostructured thin films. Additionally, it includes information on the latest advancements in the field, along with detailed discussions of current challenges in applying nanostructured thin films and self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) tailored specifically for biomedical applications. The book offers a structured and detailed resource that covers both fundamental and advanced topics, as well as applications, making it a valuable tool to support ongoing research and development in thin films for biomedical applications.In particular, the book addresses not only fundamental principles but also advanced techniques in design and synthesis, first principles theory and computational modeling, and functionalization of nanostructured thin films, including self-assembled monolayers (SAMs). It also discusses challenges such as biocompatibility, stability, and scalability, along with practical strategies and solutions that guide readers on how to overcome common obstacles in the development and application of nanostructured thin films.

  • Industrial Metals, Critical Minerals and Transfer Processes: Effects on the Built Environment

    • 1st Edition
    • Robert Ayuso + 5 more
    • English
    Industrial Toxic Metals, Critical Minerals and Transfer Processes Affecting Human Health in the Built Environment provides a comprehensive examination of the environmental and health impacts of toxic metals and critical minerals within various industrial and urban contexts. The book explores contamination originating from smelter sites, detailing the geochemical behavior and isotope compositions of soils near lead battery recycling and copper smelters across multiple global locations. It highlights the pathways through which fine and ultrafine particles, as well as metals, enter the atmosphere and affect human health, supported by case studies from regions including California, Spain, China, and Sub-Saharan Africa. The text also investigates legacy pollution issues associated with abandoned industrial sites, mineral waste, and agricultural soils, emphasizing the persistence and bioaccessibility of contaminants such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and rare earth elements. Detailed geochemical speciation studies and soil contamination assessments underscore the challenges of remediation and the need for sustainable management practices. Health disparities and regulatory considerations are addressed through analyses of pollution impacts on vulnerable communities and discussions on cooperative management strategies.The book underscores the critical intersection of geochemistry, environmental science, and public health, offering insights into how industrial activities influence human well-being and ecosystem integrity. This work serves as an essential resource for researchers and environmental professionals seeking to understand and mitigate the complex risks posed by toxic metals and critical minerals in the built environment, promoting healthier and more sustainable communities.

  • Remote Sensing and Machine Learning in Conservation

    Applications and Techniques
    • 1st Edition
    • Alireza Sharifi
    • English
    In Remote Sensing and Machine Learning in Conservation: Applications and Techniques, readers will discover how cutting-edge technology is transforming our understanding of the natural world. This book explores how remote sensing and machine learning are being used to monitor wildlife populations, map critical habitats, predict the effects of climate change, and identify poaching hotspots. From the analysis of satellite imagery to the use of drones and artificial intelligence, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest tools and techniques available to conservationists. Written by a renowned expert in spatial information research, this book introduces readers to the exciting new possibilities opened by the combination of remote sensing and machine learning. Early chapters provide an overview of both emerging technologies and their integration into habitat mapping, species distribution, environmental monitoring, and climate change adaptation. Central chapters explore real-world applications and case studies for combating poaching, managing urban expansion, controlling invasive species, and more. Final chapters explore the funding and policy landscape and conclude with a reflection on the role of these technologies in transforming conservation practices. By equipping readers with an overview of these technologies, case studies of their real-world applications, and sample code, datasets, and open-source tools, Remote Sensing and Machine Learning in Conservation: Applications and Techniques promotes the innovative use of these technologies to address global environmental challenges. This is an essential resource for conservationists, resource managers, environmental scientists, and academics studying novel technological applications to conservation issues.

  • Life Cycle Engineering for Absolute Environmental Sustainability

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Sami Kara + 2 more
    • English
    Environmental sustainability is one of the greatest challenges of our society. Organisations around world have already committed to achieving absolute environmental sustainability targets (e.g., net-zero) by 2050. However, the majority of the initiatives are top-down hence there is an urgent bottom-up requirement for practitioners to operationalise high level environmental targets while developing technology solutions. Life Cycle Engineering for Absolute Environmental Sustainability: Fundamentals and Applications bridges the top-down policy and bottom-up engineering efforts by providing a structured approach for senior university students and industry practitioners to develop environmentally sustainable technology solutions with a life cycle and absolute sustainability perspectives. Users of the book will be able to utilise the content to operationalise life cycle engineering. Provided case studies from different industries will further enhance the usability of the book.

  • Modeling of Electrochemical Machines and Systems

    A Mechanical and Multiphysics Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Alessandro d’Adamo
    • English
    As the energy transition accelerates, Modeling of Electrochemical Machines and Systems: A Mechanical and Multiphysics Approach addresses a critical educational gap through an interdisciplinary perspective at the intersection of mechanical, electrochemical, materials, and electronic engineering. It introduces fuel cells, electrolyzers, batteries, and hydrogen compressors as analogues to traditional thermal/combustion and fluid-based machinery, enriching their conceptualization by drawing parallels in operating behavior and design logic.The text moves beyond core theorical principles to deliver step-by-step, multi-dimensional modeling of the coupled phenomena—such as transport processes, reaction kinetics, and thermal management—that govern these complex devices as well as their system-level interactions, presenting a cohesive framework for digital prototyping. Uniquely bridging the divide between highly specialized scientific knowledge and applied engineering practice, the book supports its readers’ in-depth understanding of how electrochemical machines function within larger, integrated architectures that demand a nuanced balance of performance, efficiency, and sustainability.Desig... to serve as an authoritative reference resource, this book demonstrates both conceptual rigor and immediate, real-world relevance, with an enduring impact for researchers, professionals, and advanced students committed to catalyzing a critical shift toward clean energy technologies.

  • Green Energy Harvesting from Waste Resources

    Opportunities and Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • Srijan Aggarwal + 4 more
    • English
    Green Energy Harvesting from Waste Resources: Opportunities and Challenges addresses the urgent need for innovative, sustainable solutions at the intersection of waste management and renewable energy. As global sustainability and circular economy initiatives intensify, this reference serves as a multidisciplinary resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to transform diverse waste streams into viable energy sources. The book fills a critical knowledge gap by providing a systems-level perspective that bridges engineering, biotechnology, materials science, and policy. The contents are organized into three comprehensive sections. Section A explores advanced materials, zero waste strategies, recycling, nanotechnology, and circular economy models, establishing the scientific foundation for energy conversion from waste. Section B delves into biochemical and thermochemical approaches, covering microbial fuel cells, biodiesel, hydrogen production, and energy recovery from e-waste, food, wastewater, and agricultural byproducts. Section C critically evaluates life cycle assessments, economic feasibility, policy frameworks, and scalability, offering actionable insights for overcoming technical and regulatory challenges. Each chapter combines cutting-edge research, real-world case studies, and global perspectives, enabling readers to understand both the science and practical deployment of waste-to-energy technologies. The resource equips its audience with the knowledge to innovate, implement, and advocate for sustainable energy transitions. By integrating scientific advances, economic analysis, and policy guidance, the reference empowers researchers, engineers, and sustainability professionals to unlock the potential of waste resources, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to global net-zero and sustainable development goals.

  • Handbook of Rheological Additives

    • 2nd Edition
    • George Wypych
    • English
    Handbook of Rheological Additives, Second Edition covers how these additives are commonly applied in a wide range of industries, providing readers with information on over 300 organic and inorganic additives. This information is presented in individual tables for each product, whether commercial or generic. Data is divided into General Information, Physical Properties, Health and Safety, Ecological Properties, Use and Performance. Sections cover their state, odor, color, bulk density, density, specific gravity, relative density, boiling point, melting point, pour point, decomposition temperature, glass transition temperature, refractive index, vapor pressure, vapor density, volume resistivity, relative permittivity, ash content, pH, viscosity, rheological behavior, and more. Other notations include updates on NFPA classification, HMIS classification, OSHA hazard class, UN Risk phrases, UN Safety phrases, UN/NA class, DOT class, ADR/RIC class, ICAO/IATA class, IMDG class, packaging group, shipping name, food approvals, autoignition temperature, self-accelerating decomposition temperature, flash point, TLV ACGIH, NIOSH and OSHA, maximum exposure concentration IDLH, animal testing oral-rat, rabbit-dermal, mouse-oral, guinea pig-dermal, rat-dermal, rat-inhalation, mouse-inhalation, ingestion and skin and eye irritation.

  • Unconventional Carbon Dioxide Management, Utilization, and Modelling

    • 1st Edition
    • Hadi A. Belhaj + 1 more
    • English
    Unconventional Carbon Dioxide Management, Utilization, and Modelling presents the most recent methodologies in the administration and exploitation of CO2 with a specific emphasis on unexplored possibilities in shale reservoirs. This valuable reference fills a knowledge gap between CO2 management and shale reservoirs’ recovery technology utilization by offering a comprehensive database and insights. Dr. Belhaj presents a detailed examination of the interactions, difficulties, and possibilities associated with sequestration of CO2 in shale reservoirs, including the latest research and technological breakthroughs to provide a comprehensive analysis of crucial geological, geochemical, and geophysical factors for maximizing the effectiveness of CO2 storage and usage.

  • Soft Computing and Artificial Intelligence in System Safety and Reliability Analysis

    Recent Advances and Perspectives
    • 1st Edition
    • Harish Garg + 3 more
    • English
    Soft Computing and Artificial Intelligence in System Safety and Reliability Analysis: Recent Advances and Perspectives provides comprehensive and easy-to-understand information in three main fields of safety and reliability including “AI in reliability and safety science”, “soft computing Applications in safety analysis” and “Operation and Maintenance”. The book's content thoroughly and succinctly addresses a variety of safety and dependability-relate... topics. The book's contents will be easily understood by everyone, even those with little prior knowledge of the subject, due to its straightforward writing style. Every topic addressed in the book is complemented by illustrations, which aid with conceptual understanding. Using this book, all audiences will learn about different types of recent theoretical and methodological advances in ensemble AI-driven metaheuristic optimization algorithms and their applications in all aspects of safety and reliability, different types of soft computing, as well as hybridization of metaheuristics with other soft computing and artificial intelligence tools, and would be able to perform operations like designing, identifying, choosing the best AI-driven algorithms for the safety and reliability analysis, and maintenance optimization. The main advantage of this book is that all the required and recent knowledge of safety and reliability is provided in one place without the need to read several books and papers which have been written professionally and are therefore hard to understand especially for those who are interested in increasing the knowledge on safety and reliability but have no prior background in this field. Moreover, this book informs the reader about each aspect of heuristic and/or metaheuristic techniques and the applications thereof in the context of the most recent advances in science and engineering and to provide insight into possible future developments in the field of safety and reliability.

  • Electroluminescence in Inorganic and Organic Materials

    Fundamentals to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Sanjay J. Dhoble + 4 more
    • English
    Electroluminescence in Inorganic and Organic Materials: Fundamentals to Applications provides a comprehensive exploration of electroluminescence, from its fundamental principles to the latest advances in organic and inorganic phosphor materials. Bridging the gap between foundational science and real-world applications, it provides in-depth coverage of materials synthesis, device fabrication, and the optical properties that drive innovation in lighting, displays, and sensing. With a clear focus on the challenges and opportunities in developing next-generation electroluminescent devices, this book equips researchers with the knowledge and tools needed to enhance efficiency, color quality, and application diversity. It provides vital information for optimizing material properties, troubleshooting device performance, and understanding the interplay between structure and function.

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