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  • Foundations of Smart Sensor Networks

    • 1st Edition
    • Marjan Kuchaki Rafsanjani + 2 more
    • English
    In an interconnected world, smart sensor networks offer a means of gathering data from the internet of things, which can be analysed and utilised to make informed decisions in real world situations. Foundations of Smart Sensor Networks provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the concepts and applications of sensor network technology. This book presents the core concepts, principles, design and architectures of smart sensor networks, and their pivotal role in modern communication. It explores the innovative technologies that use artificial intelligence, machine learning and optimization algorithms for data collection and clustering, routing, security, and energy management. The TOC is structured in five sections, beginning with an introductory overview of smart sensor networks, including a guide to types of smart sensor networks. The second section delves into the fundamental principles of smart sensor networks, including a discussion of energy management, and security and privacy issues. Part Three considers how sensor networks can work with artificial intelligence. Part Four considers applications of smart sensor networks in the real world, for example for monitoring the environment and healthcare. The book closes with an exploration of the future opportunities and risks inherent in adopting smart sensor networks.Overall, Foundations of Smart Sensor Networks equips the reader with the knowledge needed to design, implement, and optimize smart sensor networks for a variety of applications.

  • Design Research Through Practice

    From the Lab, Field, and Showroom
    • 2nd Edition
    • Ilpo Koskinen + 4 more
    • English
    Design Research Through Practice: From the Lab, Field, and Showroom is a revision of the 2011 classic design book. Written by world-renowned experts in the field of design and human-computer interaction (HCI), it focuses on one type of contemporary design research known as constructive design research. It looks at three approaches to constructive design research: laboratory research, field research, and the Showroom. The book shows how theory, research practice, and the social environment create commonalities between these approaches. It illustrates how one can successfully integrate design and research based on work carried out within industrial design and interaction design. Thoroughly revised since the original edition with contemporary case studies, up-to-date modelling, and a brand new chapter on 'Studio: research from the heart of design', the book begins with an overview of the rise of constructive design research, as well as constructive research programs and methodologies. It then describes the logic of studying design in the laboratory, design ethnography and field work, and the origins of the Showroom and its foundation in art and design rather than in science or the social sciences. It also discusses the theoretical background of constructive design research, along with modelling and prototyping of design items. Finally, it considers recent work in Lab that focuses on action and the body instead of thinking and knowing.Design Research Through Practice: From the Lab, Field, and Showroom expands on the original edition to embrace the changes to design research and design-oriented HCI, including: the rise of social design; the rise of GenAI; changes in service design and design thinking; collaborations with scientists; and the rise of craft research and so called practice-based research.

  • In-Memory Processing Architectures and Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 147
    • English
    In-Memory Processing Architectures and Applications, published as Volume 144 of the serial Advances in Computers, provides a comprehensive and up‑to‑date examination of processing‑in‑memory (PIM) and compute‑in‑memory (CIM) architectures, addressing their architectural foundations, circuit‑level innovations, security and reliability challenges, and emerging application domains. This volume brings together authoritative contributions that span DRAM‑ and SRAM‑based in‑memory computing, ferroelectric and other emerging memory technologies, modelling and simulation frameworks, and system‑level interconnect innovations, offering a balanced perspective on both the promises and pitfalls of PIM. Collectively, the chapters position in‑memory processing as a key enabler for overcoming data‑movement bottlenecks in modern computing systems while highlighting the reliability, energy efficiency, scalability, and security considerations that must be addressed for real‑world deployment.

  • Digital Signal Processing with MATLAB®

    From Fundamentals to AI Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Samir I. Abood + 1 more
    • English
    Digital Signal Processing with MATLAB®: From Fundamentals to AI Applications provides coverage of discrete-time signals and systems, and lays out the mathematical fundamentals of digital signal processing (DSP) systems. The book contains a solution to large-scale signal processing problems, namely the development of methods and algorithms that increase (a) operational efficiency under different uncertainty conditions and (b) system stability rate. It offers an algebraic approach to digital signal processing, including algorithms related to digital systems, the setting of parameters, plus operational estimation, detection, classification, resolution, and reliability. Digital Signal Processing with MATLAB®: From Fundamentals to AI Applications begins with a thorough explanation of MATLAB® in recognition of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) requirements for integrating computer tools into DSP. The principles of DSP are presented using a step-by-step approach; each chapter starts with an introduction that states the chapter objectives, and ends with a discussion of practical applications of DSP, including providing problems that help the reader understand how the concepts are used in real-life situations. Sometimes, problems are solved in two or three ways to facilitate a deeper understanding and comparison of different approaches. Digital Signal Processing with MATLAB®: From Fundamentals to AI Applications teaches the fundamental principles of digital signal processing, and explains how MATLAB® can be used in the development of methods and algorithms for DSP.

  • Multi-Scale and Whole-Process Oriented Potential Analysis & Technical Evaluation of Industrial Pollution Reduction

    • 1st Edition
    • Yuanyuan Sun + 2 more
    • English
    Multi-Scale and Whole-Process Oriented Potential Analysis & Technical Evaluation of Industrial Pollution Reduction introduces innovative multi-scale models like SPECM and SDM-BCPP, focusing on precise, collaborative emission reduction strategies across industrial, regional, and basin levels. The book systematically explores the mechanisms of whole-process emission reduction, integrating source control, process optimization, and end-of-pipe treatment, supported by practical case studies in industries such as packaging, printing, sugar manufacturing, and cement, as well as regional applications in the Liaohe River Basin and Gansu. It emphasizes multi-objective optimization, balancing emission reduction, cost-effectiveness, and carbon mitigation to generate actionable schemes. The detailed content spans research progress, model applications, and technical pathways for achieving sustainable industrial development, providing valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and industry practitioners.

  • Rao's Entropy and Diversity Measures

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 56
    • English
    Rao’s entropy, also known as Rao’s quadratic entropy or Rao’s diversity index, is attributed to C.R. Rao. Along with his formula to help understand diversity, he also introduced the acronym ANODIV (Analysis of Diversity). In addition to Rao’s other well-known contributions, such as Rao distances, the Cramer-Rao inequality, and the Rao-Blackwell Theorem, his diversity measures have gained popularity among statisticians, particularly those focused on ecology and biodiversity.This volume of the "Handbook of Statistics" series is dedicated to presenting the latest methodologies and applications not only related to Rao’s entropy, but also in general diversity measures. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the theories, models, and methods that are foundational in this field. Our goal is to serve a wide audience interested in statistics, statistical applications in ecology, biomathematics, and related areas.The chapters in this volume have been meticulously curated to offer detailed and educational content, moving away from conventional journal-style articles. Contributors include leading experts in the field, ensuring high-quality content that combines theoretical rigor with practical insights. Through this comprehensive compilation, we aim to enhance the understanding and application of diversity measures, thereby making significant contributions to the broader fields of statistics, biomathematics and ecology.

  • Subsurface Hydrogen Storage and Generation

    Fundamentals, Modeling, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Esuru Rita Okoroafor + 3 more
    • English
    Subsurface Hydrogen Storage and Generation: Fundamentals, Modeling, and Applications explores the complexities of hydrogen storage and generation in subsurface environments, providing valuable insights into reservoir engineering aspects and numerical simulation techniques. The book progresses seamlessly from introducing fundamental concepts of hydrogen in energy storage and generation to exploring advanced topics such as hydrogen sources and conversion technologies. It delves into subsurface hydrogen storage options, including capacity estimation and storage system design, discusses hydrogen injection techniques, pressure build-up considerations, and production estimation in subsurface environments, addressing losses and providing site selection guidance.The book culminates in a thorough examination of geological hydrogen resource assessment, flow prediction models, and enhanced production techniques, offering a comprehensive understanding of hydrogen utilization in diverse settings. The comprehensive examination includes geological resource assessment and production techniques for diverse settings. This valuable text delivers critical content in a structured format featuring principles, methods, examples, and applications for better comprehension.

  • Submarine Cables and Umbilicals

    Design, Mechanics, and Analysis
    • 1st Edition
    • Pan Fang + 1 more
    • English
    This book provides an integrated treatment of the design and analysis of submarine power cables and umbilicals. It combines analytical, numerical, and experimental approaches to address the behaviour of complex multilayered and helically structured systems under tension, bending, torsion, pressure, and combined loading, while also considering electrical and thermal effects. The book is organised into three parts. Part I develops the mechanical analysis of submarine power cables, progressing from system-level behaviour to local cross-sectional mechanics and reduced-unit-cell modelling, with applications to tension, bending, torsion, corrosion damage, and combined loading. Part II extends this framework to multiscale and multiphysics problems in dynamic submarine power cables, including global cable response, fatigue, thermo-electro-mecha... coupling, current-carrying capacity, electromagnetic losses, and insulation behavior. Part III provides a life-cycle treatment of umbilicals, covering overall and cross-sectional design, mechanical analysis, manufacturing, testing, and installation, together with a detailed tension-torsion case study. By linking mechanics, multiphysics modelling, and practical engineering workflows, the book provides a unified reference for researchers, engineers, and graduate students working on submarine cables, dynamic power cables, umbilicals, and related slender offshore structures.

  • Sustainable Welding Technologies

    Green Joining Processes and Environmental Innovation in Manufacturing
    • 1st Edition
    • Abhinav Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Sustainable Welding Technologies: Green Joining Processes and Environmental Innovation in Manufacturing covers an array of sustainable welding technologies, providing actionable strategies for transitioning from traditional welding practices to sustainable alternatives without compromising quality, productivity, or cost-effectiveness, and demonstrating how these alternative methods can optimize energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and minimize waste. Cost-benefit analyses and return on investment calculations are included throughout, as are case studies showing these techniques being applied in the aerospace, automotive, and shipbuilding industries. Energy-efficient laser and arc welding, sustainable welding in extreme environments, and advanced plasma and solid-state joining techniques are outlined. The book also includes insight on implementing artificial intelligence and machine learning in sustainable welding, eco-friendly filler materials, low-emission consumables, recycled, bio-based, and low-toxicity consumables, troubleshooting and optimization methods, and much more.

  • Quantum-Driven Distributed Systems and Communication Networks

    Foundations, Architectures, and Future Directions
    • 1st Edition
    • Goutam Kumar Paul + 3 more
    • English
    Quantum-Driven Distributed Systems and Communication Networks: Foundations, Architectures, and Future Directions offers a ground-breaking look at how quantum computing and communication are reshaping global networks. From the fundamentals of entanglement and quantum teleportation to advanced multi-node architectures and real-world use cases, this book equips readers with the insights needed to navigate a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Featuring in-depth discussions on quantum security, distributed orchestration, and error mitigation techniques, it serves as an essential guide for researchers, engineers, and decision-makers seeking to harness the transformative power of quantum-driven systems. Prepare to explore the new era of secure, efficient, and far-reaching connectivity.

  • Smart Chemical Sensors

    AI and IoT for Global Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Samuel Mugo
    • English
    Smart Chemical Sensors: Integrating AI and IoT for Real-World Applications examines the transformative potential of chemical sensors, highlighting their role in advancing technologies that enhance global sustainability and improve living standards for communities across both the Global North and South. With a focus on AI-powered chemical sensors and IoT integration, the book empowers its audience with a one-stop resource that highlights the most current research on these technologies and how they can be deployed to tackle global challenges in environmental monitoring, healthcare, industrial safety, and agriculture. From smart water quality monitoring and air pollution control to precision agriculture and personalized affordable healthcare, the book demonstrates how interdisciplinary approaches combining biochemical sensors, IoT, and AI are driving impactful solutions that can democratize societal well-being. It also addresses important ethical, governance, and policy considerations to ensure that these technologies benefit all communities, especially those in the Global South. Featuring detailed case studies in industrial automation, precision agriculture, and digital health, the book supports specialized coursework and interdisciplinary research across sustainable development, AI, and smart technologies, making it a valuable resource at all educational levels. Ultimately, this book serves as a comprehensive guide for students, researchers, industry experts, and policymakers eager to understand and contribute to the global movement toward a more sustainable and equitable future by leveraging AI-powered chemical sensors and data analytics.

  • Practical Programming Techniques for Structural Optimum Control Using MATLAB

    Modeling, Optimization, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Salar Farahmand-Tabar + 1 more
    • English
    Practical Programming Techniques for Structural Optimum Control Using MATLAB: Modeling, Optimization, and Applications is a hands-on, algorithm-driven guide to designing, simulating, and optimizing modern structural vibration mitigation systems. Moving systematically from core equations of motion to state-space realization in MATLAB® and Simulink®, this book addresses the critical gap between theoretical structural dynamics and practical numerical implementation.Organ... into six structured parts, the text begins with classical control foundations and state-space programming before establishing detailed numerical models for energy dissipation and isolation systems: passive systems (fluid viscous, viscoelastic, tuned liquid/mass dampers, and more), active systems (AMDs, tendons, bracing), semi-active mechanisms (variable stiffness, MR/ER dampers), and hybrid systems. Progressing into optimal and robust control theory, the authors detail deterministic and robust state-feedback methodologies (LQR/LQG, H∞​, MPC, and more) with fully worked script routines. The volume then covers computational intelligence and automated design, detailing metaheuristic search algorithms alongside data-driven machine learning models. Concluding with realistic case studies—ranging from smart structures, multi-story frame buildings to bridges—and supported by practical MATLAB onboarding appendices, this work equips engineers and researchers with deployable tools to safeguard infrastructure against extreme seismic and dynamic hazards.

  • 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.

  • Sustainable Waste-Derived Electrochemical Energy Device Materials

    A Circular Economy Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Bhoomika Yadav + 2 more
    • English
    Sustainable Waste-derived Electrochemical Energy Device Materials: A Circular Economy Approach aims to address the growing need for sustainable materials in the energy and semiconductor industries. With the global shift towards renewable energy sources, there is significant demand for supercapacitor and battery electrode materials that are efficient and environmentally friendly. This book bridges that gap by exploring the use of waste-derived materials to produce sustainable supercapacitors and battery electrodes.The book covers the chemical and physical properties of these sustainable materials, their environmental impact, and the economic networks associated with their use. By emphasizing the circular economy, it promotes resource efficiency and waste reduction, aligning with global sustainability goals and carbon neutrality targets, and will serve as a valuable reference for academics, industry professionals, and policymakers working towards sustainable energy solutions.

  • Sustainable Recovery of Rare Earth Elements from Wastewater Streams

    • 1st Edition
    • Surajbhan Sevda
    • English
    Rare earth elements (REEs) are critical materials that power modern technologies such as renewable energy systems, electronics, batteries, and advanced catalysts. However, their extraction from primary ores is energy-intensive, environmentally damaging, and increasingly unsustainable due to rising global demand and limited reserves. Wastewater streams from industries such as mining, metallurgy, and electronics manufacturing represent an overlooked but valuable secondary source of rare earths. Sustainable Recovery of Rare Earth Elements from Wastewater Streams provides a comprehensive resource that explores the scientific principles, technological innovations, and sustainable practices for recovering REEs from wastewater. Covering conventional methods, biological and bio-inspired processes, and emerging nanotechnologies, it bridges the gap between environmental biotechnology and materials recovery. The purpose of this book is to present a unified, interdisciplinary perspective on how wastewater can serve as a sustainable resource for rare earth elements, aligning with circular economy principles. It equips readers with the tools to understand, evaluate, and implement sustainable REE recovery methods, thereby bridging the gap between theory and practice.Essential for academic researchers, graduate students, industry professionals, and policymakers, Sustainable Recovery of Rare Earth Elements from Wastewater Streams serves as both a scientific reference and a practical guide for advancing circular economy practices and sustainable materials management.

  • Green Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology

    Powering a Sustainable Future
    • 1st Edition
    • Amol V. Sonawane + 2 more
    • English
    Green Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology: Powering a Sustainable Future provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable energy systems, covering the fundamental science, engineering, policy, and economic aspects. The book explores hydrogen properties, various production methods—including water electrolysis, biomass gasification, and photobiological techniques—and highlights advanced electrolyzer technologies such as AEM and SOECs. The publication also delves into catalyst innovations for solar-to-hydrogen conversion and examines multiple storage options like solid-state, liquid organic carriers, ammonia, and cryogenic systems. It emphasizes infrastructure development, with a focus on hydrogen hubs, pipelines, and port facilities, particularly in the context of India's initiatives.Sections analyze different fuel cell types and their operational principles, design considerations, and emerging materials like self-healing components. Applications extend beyond transportation to backup power, marine, aviation, and distributed generation. Recent innovations and future trends are highlighted, including next-generation electrolyzers, modular systems, integrated infrastructure, and advanced storage solutions, supported by case studies and environmental assessments.

  • Magnetic Biochar

    Chemistry, Design and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain + 1 more
    • English
    Magnetic Biochar: Chemistry, Design and Applications provides a comprehensive examination of magnetic biochar, encompassing its synthesis, chemical properties and practical applications. A timely response to the rising demand for sustainable, multifunctional materials, the book fills a gap in the literature by uniting fundamental and applied perspectives on this emerging class of adsorptive, catalytic and magnetically recoverable material. It presents detailed procedures for producing magnetic biochars, methods for surface functionalization, and techniques for characterizing their magnetic, chemical and adsorptive properties, alongside computational modelling for process optimization and troubleshooting.The book covers real-world applications in environmental remediation, industrial catalysis and sustainable energy systems—including wastewater treatment, air purification and energy storage—supported by case studies and emerging trends. It also addresses standardized measurement protocols, quality control, and sustainability through lifecycle assessment and environmental and health-impact evaluation, serving as a reference for environmental scientists, materials chemists, engineers and industry professionals.

  • Progress in Heterocyclic Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 38
    • R. Alan Aitken + 1 more
    • English
    Progress in Heterocyclic Chemistry (PHC), Volume 38, is the latest in this annual review series commissioned by the International Society of Heterocyclic Chemistry (ISHC). Volumes in the series contain both highlights of the previous year’s literature on heterocyclic chemistry and articles on new developing topics of particular interest to heterocyclic chemists. The highlight chapters in Volume 38 are all written by leading researchers in their field and these chapters constitute a systematic survey of the important original material reported in the literature of heterocyclic chemistry in 2026. As with previous volumes in the series, Volume 38 will enable academic and industrial chemists, and advanced students, to keep abreast of developments in heterocyclic chemistry in a convenient way.

  • Biomechanics of Orofacial Organs and Structures

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Ali Nazari + 2 more
    • English
    Biomechanics of Orofacial Organs and Structures provides fundamental knowledge in functional anatomy and innervation of the orofacial region, in mechanical characteristics of orofacial soft tissues, in the biomechanical modeling of the orofacial organs, and in their use in the context of clinical applications. The book covers the design of biomechanical models that take into account the anatomy, muscle organization, innervation, and specific mechanical properties of muscles and soft tissue. It also discusses how these functions work under normal conditions, and how they degrade after surgery in the context of aging, or in the context of neuropathy altering the efferent or afferent nervous system in the orofacial region.The book is organized into three parts:General knowledge about orofacial organs and structuresBiomechani... modelsClinical applicationsA new volume in the Biomechanics of Living Organs series, this book features the latest research developments in the truly multidisciplinary scientific domain that tackles the understanding and modeling of basic orofacial functions, which are essential for the quality of life of humans.

  • Natural Fiber-reinforced Biopolymers

    Materials, Applications, and Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Khubab Shaker + 1 more
    • English
    Natural Fiber-reinforced Biopolymers: Materials, Applications, and Sustainability provides a comprehensive overview of natural fiber-reinforced biopolymers, focusing on their properties, synthesis, processing, applications, and sustainability aspects. Beginning with fundamental chapters on natural fibers and biopolymers, the book explores various composites created from polymers like polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoate... (PHA), thermoplastic starch (TPS), chitosan, polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB), green epoxy, polycaprolactone (PCL), and bacterial cellulose, all reinforced with natural fibers. Advanced fabrication techniques, characterization methods, and practical applications across sectors including automotive, biomedical, packaging, agriculture, and environmental remediation are thoroughly discussed. The book also includes chapters on sustainability that address recycling strategies, life cycle assessment, and the role of these materials in a circular economy. This is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, advanced students, and industry professionals interested in sustainable materials and their applications.

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Safety-Critical Systems

    A Comprehensive Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Rajiv Pandey + 3 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Safety-Critical Systems: A Comprehensive Guide provides engineers and system designers who are exploring the application of AI/ML methods for safety-critical systems with a dedicated resource on the challenges and mitigation strategies involved in their design. The book's authors present ML techniques in safety-critical systems across multiple domains, including pattern recognition, image processing, edge computing, Internet of Things (IoT), encryption, hardware accelerators, and many others. These applications help readers understand the many challenges that need to be addressed in order to increase the deployment of ML models in critical systems. In addition, the book shows how to improve public trust in ML systems by providing explainable model outputs rather than treating the system as a black box for which the outputs are difficult to explain. Finally, the authors demonstrate how to meet legal certification and regulatory requirements for the appropriate ML models. In essence, the goal of this book is to help ensure that AI-based critical systems better utilize resources, avoid failures, and increase system safety and public safety.

  • Bacterial Nanocellulose

    Biosynthesis, Functionalization, Applications, and Sustainability Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • Ahmad Ilyas Rushdan + 4 more
    • English
    Bacterial Nanocellulose: Biosynthesis, Functionalization, Applications, and Sustainability Challenges provides a comprehensive overview of bacterial nanocellulose (BNC), highlighting its versatility as a bio-based material with potential application across several fields. The book begins with an introduction to BNC, detailing how it is produced through bacterial biosynthesis, including a discussion on the mechanisms of production, the factors that influence quality, and the analytical techniques used to study BNC. The second part of the book focuses on functionalization methods, including chemical, biological, and physical modifications that improve BNC properties for various uses. The following section covers a wide range of applications for BNC, including its use in biomedicine, electronics, energy, packaging, cosmetics, food, textiles, and more. The final section addresses sustainability, reviewing the recycling and reusability of BNC, life-cycle assessments, and its environmental impacts. This book is an essential resource for materials scientists, polymer scientists, and nanotechnology researchers interested in the development, production, and applications of bacterial nanocellulose.

  • Mastering Fluidization

    Fundamentals, Design and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Subrata Kumar Majumder
    • English
    Mastering Fluidization: Fundamentals, Design and Applications addresses the growing need for a comprehensive and application-oriented resource in fluidization engineering. Fluidized bed technology plays a central role in modern chemical, energy, environmental, and materials processing industries, yet practitioners and students often face challenges in connecting fundamental hydrodynamics with practical design and reactor performance. This reference responds to that need by systematically integrating particle science, multiphase flow behavior, transport phenomena, and reactor analysis within a unified framework. It is designed to bridge foundational theory and industrial implementation, offering clarity on complex flow regimes, minimum fluidization conditions, and scale-up considerations essential for reliable system design and optimization. The contents progress logically from introductory concepts and industrial applications to detailed treatment of particle characterization, Geldart classification, and transport properties. Subsequent chapters examine flow regimes, regime maps, minimum fluidization velocity in mono- and multicomponent systems, and gas distributor design. Advanced discussions cover bubbling and slugging phenomena, entrainment, attrition, mixing and segregation, gas dispersion, mass-transfer modeling, heat-transfer mechanisms, and reactor performance under various operating conditions. Finally, the chapter introduces the fundamental concepts of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and their application to fluidized-bed phenomena. Each chapter incorporates worked examples, numerical problems, multiple-choice questions, and objective assessments to reinforce conceptual understanding and practical competence.Mastering Fluidization: Fundamentals, Design and Applications equip senior undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, and industry professionals with the analytical tools and engineering insight required for fluidized bed design and performance evaluation. By combining rigorous scientific treatment with real-world design considerations, this reference supports academic coursework, research development, and industrial process optimization across diverse sectors including energy, environmental engineering, and chemical manufacturing.

  • Calculations in Chemical Engineering

    Fundamentals and Industrial Processes
    • 1st Edition
    • Adewale Giwa + 1 more
    • English
    Calculations in Chemical Engineering: Fundamentals and Industrial Processes is an valuable resource for students, educators, and professionals in the field of chemical engineering. The book bridges the gap between theoretical principles and their industrial applications, focusing on process calculations. With detailed coverage of both fundamental concepts and specialized topics, this book equips readers with the necessary tools to address real-world challenges in the chemical industry. The text is divided into two parts: Calculations in Chemical Engineering Fundamentals and Calculations in Industrial Chemical Processes. Part A covers foundational topics such as material and energy balances, chemical thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, chemical reaction engineering, and process dynamics. Part B provides advanced applications, including environmental chemical engineering, sustainability, oil and gas process engineering, and biochemical engineering. Each chapter is designed to enhance understanding through step-by-step problem-solving techniques, real-world case studies, and supplementary materials like software tools for process simulations.

  • Metamorphosis of Computational Chemistry Driven by Artificial Intelligence and Industry 5.0

    • 1st Edition
    • Garikapati Narahari Sastry + 3 more
    • English
    Metamorphosis of Computational Chemistry Driven by Artificial Intelligence and Industry 5.0 explores the cutting-edge synergy among Computational Chemistry, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the emerging paradigm of Industry 5.0. The book offers a comprehensive, introductory overview of how AI-driven techniques are revolutionizing the field of computational chemistry and transforming industries. Readers will explore the convergence of AI algorithms, big data analytics, and advanced computational methods such as Natural language Processing, Image Processing, and Machine Learning in the context of chemical research and industrial processes. The book also discusses how AI is accelerating Computational Chemistry, Materials Science, and Chemical Engineering by automating complex calculations, predicting molecular properties, and optimizing chemical processes. Furthermore, it provides a deep dive into the concept of Industry 5.0, which envisions a new era of manufacturing characterized by human-robot collaboration, intelligent factories, and decentralized production systems. The book illustrates how AI and Computational Chemistry play pivotal roles in realizing the vision of Industry 5.0 by optimizing manufacturing processes, quality control, and sustainability efforts.

  • Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence

    Connecting Cognitive Science with AI
    • 1st Edition
    • Tilottama Goswami + 2 more
    • English
    Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence: Connecting Cognitive Science with AI offers a comprehensive, multi-dimensional view of where AI stands today in relation to human intelligence and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. While currently cognitive science and AI courses are offered distinctly, this book equips readers with a foundational understanding of human cognition and how it shapes the field of AI. The structure of the book is designed to move progressively from accomplished AI domains to emerging frontiers. Real-world examples, state-of-the-art models, and active research directions are paired with philosophical, psychological, and social insights to ground the technical discussions in human relevance. As human–machine interactions enter a new era with the advent of agentic AI, understanding human cognitive processes becomes essential to designing, operating, and governing agentic systems and to building a safe, trustworthy, and responsible AI ecosystem.

  • Grass Fibers and their Composites

    Characterization, Properties and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Manickam Ramesh + 3 more
    • English
    Grass Fibers and Their Composites: Characterization, Properties and Applications explores the development and utilization of grass fiber-based composite materials in various industrial applications. It focuses on the extraction, characterization, manufacturing, and application of these sustainable materials, highlighting their environmental advantages and potential uses in sectors such as aerospace, construction, automotive, and structural engineering. Given the increasing demand for eco-friendly materials, this book addresses the worldwide need for renewable plant-based resources, particularly grass fibers and their biomass derived from agricultural sources, as alternatives to petroleum-based synthetic materials.The book covers new developments in sustainable materials, renewable resources, and bio-based composites, featuring contributions from leading global experts. It is structured into sections addressing extraction methods, properties, applications, and advancements of grass fiber composites, with key themes including lifecycle assessment, economic feasibility, and environmental impact assessment.

  • Smart and Sustainable Healthcare Systems

    From Algorithms to Patient Outcomes
    • 1st Edition
    • Shivi Sharma + 3 more
    • English
    Smart and Sustainable Healthcare Systems: From Algorithms to Patient Outcomes addresses the transformative evolution in healthcare driven by artificial intelligence, machine learning, telemedicine, and digital health technologies. This reference responds to the growing need for sustainable, personalized, and efficient healthcare delivery by bridging technical innovation with clinical application across diverse medical and engineering disciplines. The content spans intelligent decision support systems, IoT and wearable technologies, secure electronic medical records, telemedicine solutions, and automation in diagnostics and treatment. The book includes detailed chapters on AI in clinical pathways, predictive healthcare analytics, brain tumor classification, and sustainable telehealth innovations, complemented by real-world case studies and future outlooks. This reference benefits researchers, healthcare engineers, clinicians, and policymakers by providing in-depth exploration of emerging technologies, challenges, and practical solutions in Healthcare 4.0. It promotes sustainable healthcare practices, ethical AI use, and advances in telemedicine, equipping professionals with knowledge to design and implement intelligent healthcare systems that enhance patient care and resource efficiency.

  • Soft and Continuum Robots for Medical Applications

    A Practical Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Manish Chauhan + 1 more
    • English
    Soft and Continuum Robots for Medical Applications: A Practical Approach introduces present and future technologies of soft and continuum robotics for medical applications. This book dives into the importance of medical device development for electronics, control theory, microcontrollers, MATLAB programming, machine design, biophysics, anatomy, and physiological limitations through a structured approach that clearly presents underlying key concepts to educate readers on the methodology of approaching medical device development. This book also explores soft and continuum robotic technology in various sub-domains such as robotic navigation, robotic navigation, sensing and bio photonics, autonomy, and shared autonomy. Biomedical engineers, doctors, and researchers in biomedical robotics, biomechanics, robotics, biotechnology, engineering in medicine, mechanical and electrical engineering, health science, and technology will find this book helpful in providing theoretical and practical knowledge in using robotics in the medical field.

  • Elements of Smog Monitoring and Mitigation

    • 1st Edition
    • Shanawar Hamid + 2 more
    • English
    Elements of Smog Monitoring and Mitigation provides an overview of the sources and processes of smog formation in industrial and agricultural areas, along with its monitoring and mitigation. Chapters describe the past, present, and future scenario of smog effects on human health and the economy while also describing the regulatory frameworks of smog prevention, mitigation, and control. This is followed by an analysis of the physics and chemistry of smog, including precursor conditions and pollutants. Later chapters cover big data and its utilization in the modeling of smog formation, locations, and patterns for preventive and decision-making measures.Additional sections cover various models and techniques for smog and air quality monitoring, small scale devices for monitoring of smog precursors from agricultural and industrial sources, the agricultural sources and mitigation practices of smog, and prevention techniques and technologies from industrial sources, including recent advances in smog and its precursor mitigation such as nano technology and chemical and physical means of smog abatement.

  • Smart Stimuli-Responsive Biocompatible Polymers for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Mahmoud H. Abu Elella + 2 more
    • English
    Smart Stimuli-Responsive Biocompatible Polymers for Biomedical Applications offers researchers, graduate students, and biomedical professionals a detailed guide to smart, stimuli-responsive biocompatible polymer systems. Users will apply its content throughout the research and development lifecycle—from understanding classification and design strategies to fabricating specialized formulations like hydrogels, nanogels, and 3D printed structures. It aids problem-solving in drug targeting, regenerative therapies, and sensor development, providing up-to-date literature, visuals, and practical examples. The resource supports innovation by linking theory with application, helping users design safer, more effective biomedical polymers that improve patient outcomes and meet evolving healthcare needs.

  • Nanobiosensors Technology

    From Theory to Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Nabeel Ahmad + 2 more
    • English
    Nanobiosensors Technology: From Theory to Practice offers a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals and research advancements concerning the transition of biosensors nanotechnology from laboratory settings to practical, real-world applications, emphasizing the journey from concept to commercialization. With a multidisciplinary approach, this book serves as a one-stop resource for researchers and scientists across various fields seeking to understand the process of translating nanotechnology-enabl... biosensors into practical applications. It covers the latest advancements, regulatory considerations, commercialization strategies, and future trends.

  • Energy Storage and Hydrogen Integration for Sustainable Solutions

    • 1st Edition
    • Mousa Marzband + 1 more
    • English
    Energy Storage and Hydrogen Integration for Sustainable Solutions provides a clear and cohesive understanding of the technologies, challenges, and opportunities in this field, with the aim to help pave the way towards a low-carbon, sustainable energy future. This book begins by introducing renewable energy integration, and the fundamentals of energy storage technologies and hydrogen production and utilization. Subsequent chapters then guide the reader through energy storage and grid integration, hydrogen as an energy carrier in the grid, hybrid energy systems, energy storage and hydrogen in transportation, and decarbonizing industries with hydrogen integration. The policy and regulatory framework, and economic and environmental impact are covered in detail, before a chapter that brings together various real-word case studies, analyzing the strategies, challenges, and outcomes of those projects. Finally, future trends and challenges in energy storage and hydrogen integration are explored. This is a valuable resource for all those looking to gain fundamental, practical knowledge of the integration of energy storage and hydrogen technologies, including researchers, students, engineers, scientists, industry professionals, consultants, and policy makers.

  • Organometallic Chemistry of Pyrazoles and Pyrazol-1-yl Chelates

    • 1st Edition
    • Alexander Sadimenko
    • English
    Organometallic Chemistry of Pyrazoles and Pyrazol-1-yl Chelates offers in-depth information on the synthesis, coordination modes, and reactivity of pyrazoles and pyrazol-1-yl chelating compounds, as well as their organometallic complexes and various derivatives including chelating ligands, oligomers, and macrocycles. The significance of these compounds in modern materials chemistry, encompassing optical materials, catalysts, fuels, and other applications, is carefully highlighted. With diverse material sourced from approximately 3000 references, this publication aims to provide a unified and comprehensive database, ensuring its relevance until significant shifts in research trends necessitate a new edition.The book facilitates easy and prompt access to information sources related to the discussed topics. It provides access to modern synthetic methods, potential coordination situations, reactivity trends of coordinated heteroaromatic ligands, and approaches for constructing advanced materials. By utilizing this book in conjunction with the accompanying database, researchers can effectively evaluate the year-to-year trends in the development of organometallic chemistry in heterocycles.

  • Artificial Intelligence in Highway Engineering

    Optimizing Infrastructure and Mobility
    • 1st Edition
    • Subasish Das
    • English
    As transportation networks evolve in scale, complexity, and interdependence, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a core enabler of engineering innovation. Artificial Intelligence in Highway Engineering: Optimizing Infrastructure and Mobility responds to this shift with a focused and technically rigorous investigation of AI-driven methods that are fundamentally redefining the design, operation, and strategic management of highway systems.The volume embraces a truly integrative perspective at the nexus of computational modeling, infrastructure analytics, and transportation engineering to tackle multifaceted, domain-specific challenges. Moving beyond theoretical discourse, it delivers a rich analysis grounded in modern-day practice of how algorithmic models interface with physical assets, the dynamic behaviors of urban environments, and real-world system-level constraints. These insights reveal AI’s capacity to inform long-term infrastructure planning, enable adaptive functionalities, and guide high-stakes decisions in unpredictable operational contexts.Emphasizing practical implementation and scalability, this valuable reference resource equips academic and industry readers alike with actionable knowledge on seamlessly embedding contemporary AI architectures to boost transportation networks’ performance and strengthen their reliability as well as advance smart mobility solutions.

  • 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.

  • Advanced Methods in Mathematics and Data Science

    Concepts and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Mehmet Yavuz + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Methods in Mathematics and Data Science: Concepts and Applications provides a comprehensive guide to topics in which mathematical modelling and applications play a pivotal role, including computational models in physics and chemistry, statistical models in life science, data analysis in engineering, as well as finance and social science applications. The book provides a clear and step-by-step presentation of advanced mathematical methods at the intersection of machine learning, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and statistics, including control theory, topology, and nonlinear dynamic systems. The book progresses from concepts and foundational methods in the early chapters, to inter-disciplinary applications in computational mathematics, mathematical biology, fractional calculus, nonlinear dynamical systems, and data-driven optimization. The methods used to analyze data using a particular computational model are thoroughly explained through real-world and publicly available data sets. Examples of real-world data sets from a variety of academic disciplines are provided so that a wide audience can learn to analyze data in their research. The book provides tips, recommendations, and strategies to troubleshoot common issues, as well as definitions of key terms. The book helps readers enhance their conceptual understanding and practical application of computational methods to real-world data sets, and enables readers to gain competency at the intersection of advanced mathematics and AI, which is an important skill in today’s data-driven market.

  • Sustainability in Waste Management

    An Engineering Perspective
    • 1st Edition
    • Shailendra Kumar Shukla + 2 more
    • English
    Sustainability in Waste Management: An Engineering Perspective presents a comprehensive framework for integrating environmental engineering, renewable energy, digital innovation, and circular economy principles into modern waste management. The book blends theory with real-world applications, drawing insights from diverse regions, including both developed and developing countries. Sections covers core concepts such as waste classification, characterization, landfilling, and decentralized wastewater treatment, resource recovery from organic, biomedical, and food waste, renewable-powered systems such as solar dryers and PV-based waste handling, and emerging technologies like hydrogen production, energy storage, carbon capture, and AI-enabled waste monitoring.The book aligns with key global targets such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) particularly SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). Intended for engineers, researchers, urban planners, and policymakers, this book offers scalable, adaptable, and technically sound solutions to modern waste challenges.

  • Advanced Methods for Optimizing and Accelerating Deep Learning Models

    • 1st Edition
    • Patrick Siarry + 3 more
    • English
    Advanced Optimization and Acceleration Techniques for Deep Learning Models provides a comprehensive guide to enhancing deep learning models' efficiency, scalability, and performance, including large language models (LLMs). As AI systems grow in complexity, optimizing their training and deployment has become critical for achieving higher accuracy, faster inference, and reduced computational costs. This book explores cutting-edge optimization strategies, from gradient descent refinements and hyperparameter tuning to model compression, pruning, and hardware acceleration. AI is evolving rapidly, but existing deep learning resources often focus on building models rather than optimizing them for efficiency and scalability. As deep learning applications expand into cloud computing, edge AI, and real-time decision-making, a dedicated resource on optimization is essential. This book addresses this gap by providing a structured approach to making deep learning networks faster, more cost-effective, and more sustainable.

  • In-Fleet Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Data-as-a-Service (CAV-DaaS) for Intelligent Transportation Systems and Traffic Control

    • 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.

  • Analytical and Computational Modeling of Complex Systems

    A Systematic Approach to Understanding Real-World Complexity
    • 1st Edition
    • Florentin Paladi + 3 more
    • English
    Analytical and Computational Modeling of Complex Systems: A Systematic Approach to Understanding Real-World Complexity presents modern studies of complex systems by methods of statistical physics, numerical calculation, and computer modeling. Using general methods of investigating the branching (bifurcations) of solutions for nonlinear equations, the authors present an exhaustive analysis of the order parameter dependences on the control parameter in a small vicinity of the equilibrium values of parameters, including the stability analysis of the equilibrium states, and the asymptotic behavior of the order parameter dependences on the control parameter (bifurcation diagrams). The authors also present concepts and techniques used to model heterogeneous multi-agent interactions, complex neural networks, biochemical reaction networks in cells, and the dynamic behavior of economic systems over time. The book serves as both a learning resource and a practical reference for those engaged in the study of complex systems and their diverse real-world implementations. The book also offers a systematic learning path from theory to applications. It provides case studies that bridge the gap between mathematical formalism and complex systems modeling and simulation. Emphasizing hybrid and probabilistic modeling techniques, the book ensures greater flexibility for real-world applications. Covering a broad range of topics, it supports interdisciplinary use across departments such as physics, computer science, engineering, economics, and more.

  • Advances in Thermal Energy Storage Systems

    Methods and Applications
    • 3rd Edition
    • Luisa F. Cabeza
    • English
    Advances in Thermal Energy Storage Systems: Methods and Applications, Third Edition covers thermal energy storage systems, (TES) including major advances and developments since the previous edition. It provides comprehensive coverage of TES technologies and their applications across the energy, power, construction, and transport sectors, reflecting the growing role of energy storage in improving efficiency, flexibility, and decarbonization.The book reviews the principles, design, and operation of sensible, latent, and thermochemical thermal energy storage systems. After an introduction to TES systems, the book examines the source, design, and operation of thermal energy storage technologies using water, molten salts, concrete, aquifers, boreholes, and phase change materials before addressing thermochemical energy storage and emerging storage solutions. This edition also incorporates recent technological developments, including thermal energy storage using solid particles and packed-bed tanks, cryogenic latent heat storage, solid-solid phase change materials, advanced monitoring and control systems, and sector coupling strategies that enhance energy-system flexibility through TES integration.Advances in Thermal Energy Storage Systems: benefits researchers and academics of energy systems and thermal energy storage, construction engineering academics, engineers and practitioners in the energy and power industry, as well as architects of plants and storage systems and R&D managers.

  • The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine reviews the development of nanomedicine approaches aimed at crossing the blood–brain barrier (BBB), a significant obstacle in delivering therapeutic agents to the brain and in treating neurological disorders. Key topics such as the physiology of the BBB, alternative protective strategies, and the blood–tumor barrier are covered, providing a thorough overview of key concepts and challenges. Various nanocarriers - including liposomes, niosomes, dendrimers, and metal-based nanoparticles – are detailed, along with different delivery methods, such as nanoemulsions, nanocrystals, and nose-to-brain delivery. Finally, considerations for toxicity, regulatory approval, and clinical trial design, as well as associated challenges are assessed, providing insights into technological developments and translational hurdles.The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine is of interest to researchers and academics in the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, pharmaceutical science and pharmacology, as well as clinicians with an interest in nanomedicine.

  • Advances in Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of Power Plant Machinery

    • 1st Edition
    • Khadim Moin Siddiqui + 3 more
    • English
    Advances in Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of Power Plant Machinery examines the latest techniques for diagnosing and monitoring electrical machines in power plants. Power plant electrical machinery requires proactive maintenance to prevent failures, reduce downtime, and ensure safety. Emerging advanced and artificial intelligence technologies can help improve performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency in this regard.Chapters review fault detection, vibration analysis, thermal imaging, oil analysis, acoustic emission, electrical signature analysis, and monitoring of boilers, turbines, and generators. Additionally, the application of new and innovative technologies such as data acquisition, signal processing, AI diagnostics, digital twins, and machine learning to fault detection and boosting plant efficiency are examined. Case studies are included to demonstrate the effectiveness of these technologies in a variety of power plants, including thermal and hydro plants.This book is valuable to professionals, researchers, students, and educators interested in developing skills for maintaining optimal performance and safety in power plants.

  • PEGylated Nanocarriers

    Applications in Drug Delivery
    • 1st Edition
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    PEGylated Nanocarriers: Applications in Drug Delivery explores the essential properties of PEG that contribute to the creation of long circulating nanocarriers while also examining the significant biological and pharmacological impacts of PEGylation and extended circulation. The book provides a detailed review of the preparation, properties, and applications of various long-circulating PEGylated nanocarriers, such as liposomes, nanoparticles, dendrimers, carbon nanotubes, and more. Key chapters also include analysis of the challenges, biological toxicity, and safety issues associated with PEGylated nanocarriers, enabling better clinical translation.This book will be of interest to researchers and academics in the fields of biomaterials, pharmaceutical science, and polymer science who have an interest in developing PEGylated drug delivery systems for therapeutics.

  • Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering

    Foundations, Applications, and Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • Sedigheh Farzaneh + 3 more
    • English
    Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering: Foundations, Applications, and Technologies systematically details the principles, methods, and practical applications in healthcare of biomaterials and smart materials. Divided into five sections, readers are guided through each core topic, building understanding as the book progresses.This book begins with an introduction to essential concepts and historical development of biomaterials, with an emphasis on the key role of smart materials and their stimulus-responsive behavior, providing a foundation for understanding material selection and underlying principles. Practical methodologies follow, including synthesis techniques, surface modification, bioprinting protocols, advanced fabrication technologies, and AI modelling, training readers to design, fabricate, and evaluate relevant materials. Detailed biomedical and clinical case studies demonstrate real-world applications and problem-solving approaches, while discussion of limitations, societal and regulatory considerations supports critical assessment for translation to medical settings.Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering: Foundations, Applications, and Technologies is a key resource for researchers, academics, and postgraduate students in materials science, biomedicine, and biomedical engineering who seek a practical and comprehensive introduction to smart materials and their biomedical applications. It is also valuable for clinicians and industry professionals interested in exploring smart biomaterials for patient care and medical device development.

  • Nanomaterials as Gene and Nucleic Acid Delivery Platforms

    • 1st Edition
    • Rocktotpal Konwarh + 1 more
    • English
    Nanomaterials as Gene and Nucleic Acid Delivery Platforms explores the intersection between gene therapy and nanotechnology, assessing the benefits of nanoscale platforms for safe and efficient gene and nucleic acid delivery. Sections address the growing need for alternative gene delivery methods to overcome the limitations and safety concerns associated with conventional viral vectors. Four comprehensive parts provide a holistic overview of the core concepts of gene therapy and delivery; the broad range of nanomaterials available for use as carriers; key approaches, and clinical translation of nanomaterial-based delivery platforms for gene therapy.This book will be of great use to researchers and academics in the fields of nanomaterials, biomaterials, gene therapy, molecular biology, immunology, and disease therapeutics. This book may also be of interest to clinicians researching novel materials and approaches for therapeutics.

  • 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.

  • Multi-Rotor Wind Turbine Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Peter Dalhoff
    • English
    Multi Rotor Wind Turbine Systems guides the reader through the fundamentals, design, wind farm effects, logistics and operation, costs, and socio-economic considerations. Multi rotor systems (MRS) provide a solution to delivering bigger systems without the need for bigger rotors, offering a highly automatable approach with potential for customization, and other benefits relating to physical scaling laws, positive aerodynamic effects, wake recovery, cost, reliability, and sustainability. All of these aspects are described in this book, which draws on the latest research findings and application examples, enabling the reader to find optimal MRS topologies and design concepts by application of the physics and considering cost of energy (LCoE) as the main objective, with sustainability as a further very relevant aspect.This latest volume in the Elsevier Wind Energy Engineering Series is a valuable reference for wind energy students and researchers, engineers, turbine designers, wind farm developers, wind farm operators, investors, certification bodies, and consulting firms in wind turbine engineering, as well as anyone interested in innovative technical design and solutions in the energy transition.

  • Electric Vehicle Conductive and Wireless Charging Technologies

    • 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.

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