Books in Physical sciences and engineering

State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Dan E Scott + 1 more
English
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State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies provides updated information on technological advances and research on the state-of-the-art performance of recent geothermal wells drilled for energy in the global push to reduce greenhouse gases. The book provides advances in a rapidly growing market that has adopted and adapted oilfield technologies to rapid scale development and production as demonstrated through global examples in a case-study format. Different geologic formations and well trajectories require different drilling tools and drilling parameters to yield optimum results.Showcasing current examples of successful global geothermal well-drilling applications, this text provides readers, researchers, and industry professionals with the keys needed to rapidly scale geothermal drilling operations, a clean and abundant source of energy that supports sustainability and reduction of carbon emissions.

Advanced Analytics for Reliability and Resilience of Energy System

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Fausto Pedro Garcia Marquez + 2 more
English
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Advanced Analytics for Reliability and Resilience of Energy Systems prepares students, researchers, and industry engineers to design and maintain reliable, sustainable energy systems using state-of-the-art AI techniques. The book provides a clear foundation in the fundaments of power systems statistics and reliability, including resilience principles and strategies, practical applications, and real-world solutions. It covers a wide range of renewable sources, including biomass and biomethane, solar, and hybrid-renewable systems. The AI tools presented cover forecasting, the internet-of-Things, machine learning, digital twin technology, and big data analysis, with a variety of applications to avoid power outrages, minimize disruption, and accurately assess system resilience.

MXene Quantum Dots

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Poushali Das + 2 more
English
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MXene Quantum Dots: Fundamentals to Applications investigates MXene-derived quantum dots, from fundamentals to synthesis and applications. It provides a comprehensive understanding of what MXene quantum dots are, their properties, and their synthesis methods, including knowledge of their composition, structure, and unique characteristics, as well as offering insights into a range of applications for these materials. The book covers the specific methods and techniques used to synthesize MXene quantum dots, including precursor materials, synthesis conditions, and post-synthesis treatments.In addition, it provides crucial understanding of the optical and electronic properties of MXene quantum dots, which play a significant role in their use in optoelectronics, energy conversion, storage devices, sensors, bioimaging, catalysis, and other emerging applications. The advantages and challenges associated with their applications are also addressed, as are the safety considerations and potential environmental impacts associated with their synthesis, handling, and disposal.

Zirconia

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Jashanpreet Singh + 1 more
English
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Zirconia: Properties, Synthesis, and Applications is a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the research in the field of zirconia-based materials. As Zirconia displays a unique combination of mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical properties, this book focuses on the growing number of applications of zirconia-based materials, including their usage in biomedical, energy, and environmental applications. In addition to zirconia’s properties, synthesis, and applications, a brief historical introduction is provided, along with future guidance. This book will be of interest to a broad audience, including students, academics, and industrial researchers working in materials science, chemistry, and physics.

Fiber Production Technologies for Biomedical Applications

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Mariappan Rajan
English
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Fiber Production Technologies for Biomedical Applications is an essential resource for researchers and professionals in the field. It provides a comprehensive review of the latest developments in nanofiber materials, focusing on their sources, properties, characterization, and diverse applications. This book is invaluable for understanding the cutting-edge fiber production processes and their impact on biomedical advancements. Additionally, the book delves into the structural properties of fibrous materials, their commercial potential, and future market needs. It addresses the critical challenges in biomedical applications and highlights the innovative solutions provided by fibrous technologies.

The PyPSA Handbook

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Neeraj Dhanraj Bokde + 1 more
English
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The PyPSA Handbook: Integrated Power System Analysis and Renewable Energy Modeling’ is a unique guide to the landmark open-source program for modelling complex modern energy systems and their challenges. Beginning with fundamental concepts of the program and energy systems analysis, this book clearly outlines theoretical background and provides a firm foundation in PyPSA methodology. It moves steadily towards complex system modelling and analysis suitable even for the experienced user, including renewable integration, energy storage challenges, grid expansion planning, stability issues, and future developments. Including layered examples and exercises appropriate for both foundational and advanced practitioners, The PyPSA Handbook is an indispensable new resource for students, academics, and professionals working on energy systems.

Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Removal of Emerging Contaminants

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Mika Sillanpää + 1 more
English
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Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Removal of Emerging Contaminants: Sustainable Approach for Environmental Clean-up and Circular Economy focuses on the exploitation of various Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to treat emerging contaminants and the restoration of contaminated sites. The book addresses critical environmental issues and challenges faced by society to meet such challenges. It highlights artificial intelligence and machine learning tools in the removal of environmental contaminants, such as industrial effluents, air, and to overcome limitations of conventional methods, predict water quality parameters and decrease the chances of error.Advanced tools, updated information, and future directions for researchers and scientists working in the bioremediation of emerging contaminants, bioenergy and reutilization of waste biomass in the production of value-added products for environmental safety are also thoroughly discussed.

Computational Methods for the Multiscale Modelling of Soft Matter

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Paola Carbone + 1 more
English
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Computational Methods for the Multiscale Modelling of Soft Matter offers a thorough overview of various simulation techniques essential for the study of soft materials. This book delves into numerical and molecular modeling methods, spanning multiple time and length scales. It is particularly valuable for postgraduate students and researchers in materials science, computational physics, chemistry, and chemical engineering. Alongside fundamental theoretical concepts, the book includes numerous examples from a wide range of soft materials, demonstrating how computational methods complement experimental characterization and significantly advance the manufacturing sector.Chapters illustrate how modeling techniques aid in interpreting experimental data and how experiments help parameterize models. The book also enables experts in one technique to transition to other tools more easily, which is increasingly important as multiscale tools become more sophisticated and accessible. It brings together diverse modeling approaches and applications, creating a comprehensive resource for understanding simulation methods for soft materials such as polymers, surfactants, and colloids.

Point Source Nitrogen Pollution

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan + 1 more
English

Point Source Nitrogen Pollution: Climate Mitigation and Sustainable Solutions for the Modern Era explores the sources, impacts, and challenges related to point source nitrogen pollution. It provides an overview of challenges and opportunities for nutrient management to contribute solutions to nitrogen pollution and how nitrogen pollution can contribute to climate change. This book emphasizes point sources of nitrogen pollution by exploring potential solutions to nitrogen pollution that originate from identifiable and specific sources such as water streams and soil pollution. It will cover topics such as digital agriculture technology, optical sensor-based nitrogen management, and nature-based solutions.

Hybrid Self-Centring Steel Frames

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Xuhong Zhou + 3 more
English
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Hybrid Self-Centring Steel Frames: Hysteretic Behaviour and Structural Seismic Design is an essential guide on this innovative construction technique. The book offers a thorough examination of advanced seismic design principles tailored to hybrid self-centring steel frames. It encompasses the latest updates in seismic design codes and breakthroughs in earthquake-resistant structures. Combining theory with practical case studies, it bridges the gap between conceptual frameworks and real-world applications, making it a valuable resource for structural and seismic engineering professionals, and academic readers. Additional sections of the book delve into simulation and modeling techniques, including dynamic analysis and computational methods for predicting structural behavior under seismic forces.The text also explores the integration of new structural engineering materials and techniques, discussing their properties and applications in building design. By covering a wide array of topics—from basic structural concepts and research frameworks to advanced modeling techniques and performance-based design methodologies—the book appeals to both industry professionals and researchers. This comprehensive approach encourages innovation and contemporary thinking in the field of seismic design.

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