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  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Harmonizing Earth Observation Data for Enhanced Spatial Analysis

    • 1st Edition
    • Tomaž Podobnikar
    • English
    Harmonizing Earth Observation Data for Enhanced Spatial Analysis explores the critical aspects of Earth observation (EO) data and its pivotal role in spatial analysis. Addressing fundamental aspects of EO data, the book emphasizes the importance of reliable, high-quality information for meaningful analysis. It reviews the interaction and integration of various datasets, highlighting the necessity of combining diverse sources to enhance analytical outcomes. In addition, sections cover essential techniques such as downscaling, generalization, and upscaling, providing insights into how these processes can optimize data usability while maintaining integrity. A significant focus is placed on harmonization, detailing strategies to reduce uncertainty and improve consistency across multidimensional datasets. This interoperability is crucial for effective spatial analysis, which relies on coherent datasets to derive actionable insights. Additionally, the book discusses the interplay between EO and geospatial data, illustrating how their integration can enhance analytics capabilities. It presents comprehensive workflows, tools and applications that facilitate advanced spatial analysis, equipping researchers and practitioners with the necessary resources to harness EO data effectively.

  • 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.

  • Methanol Synthesis from CO2

    Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality
    • 1st Edition
    • Lebohang Macheli + 3 more
    • English
    Methanol Synthesis from CO2: Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality explores the conversion of CO2 into methanol, a vital step towards carbon neutrality, and delves into the intricate chemical reactions, catalytic mechanisms, and engineering strategies that underpin this transformative process. By addressing the global carbon challenge, the book emphasizes the urgent need to repurpose CO2 from a harmful pollutant into a valuable feedstock, paving the way for a sustainable future powered by methanol. The book covers a wide array of topics, including the historical evolution of methanol synthesis, sustainable feedstocks, and advanced catalytic methods. Readers will gain insights into reaction mechanisms, process technologies, and the role of artificial intelligence in optimizing production. Additionally, the book examines the environmental and economic implications of methanol synthesis, providing a holistic view of its potential applications across various industries, from fuel blending to chemical manufacturing. This is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals in fields such as chemical engineering, environmental science, and renewable energy.

  • Machine Learning and AI for Advanced Experimental Mechanics and Materials Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Alok Behera + 2 more
    • English
    Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Experimental Mechanics and Materials Design is a comprehensive resource on machine learning and artificial intelligence tailored to experimental mechanics and materials design. The book demonstrates how to apply ML and AI in experimental settings through real-world case studies, effectively accelerating materials discovery and design processes. The ethical complexities associated with ML and AI in experimental research are explored, equipping readers with the knowledge to address biases and ethical dilemmas responsibly. Using a problem-solving approach, the book describes how to overcome daily challenges encountered in experimental mechanics and materials design with practical solutions and methodologies.Finall... the book provides insights into adopting best practice for the implementation of research outcomes by setting out current trends and future opportunities in this rapidly developing field.

  • Supercritical Fluid Technology for Food Processing

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Julian Martínez + 2 more
    • English
    Supercritical Fluid Technology for Food Processing: Fundamentals and Applications aims to bring a didactic approach to supercritical fluid technologies, considering the specific aspects of their use in food processing, and including issues that must be considered in a food industrial plant. The book's chapters cover fundamentals and then move through extraction, separation, adsorption, impregnation, drying, physical processing, particle formation, coprecipitation, reaction, and enzyme and microorganism inactivation. It concludes with a chapter on current practice and future challenges, as well as a look at project formulation for developing new food products.Supercritic... fluids have gained increasing attention in the scientific community and industries where their application can lead to valuable products by means of green and sustainable processes. Food processing is one of the greatest application fields of supercritical technology, which can help produce new and natural ingredients. It is increasingly applied by research groups in universities, including food engineering schools.

  • 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.

  • The Deterministic Universe

    Exploring Chaos, Free Will, Prediction, and Modeling
    • 1st Edition
    • Paul A. Gagniuc
    • English
    The Deterministic Universe: Exploring Chaos, Free Will, Prediction, and Modeling equips readers with the tools to learn the foundational concepts of chaos, randomness, and determinism through examples and applied case studies. The book helps readers gain insights into how deterministic algorithms handle complex, chaotic data, providing an interdisciplinary exploration of chaos theory, determinism, and free will grounded in scientific principles, computational models, and philosophical insights. The content builds on established theories in physics, bioinformatics, and systems biology, weaving them into broader existential questions. The material emphasizes the interplay between randomness, noise, and order, providing a fresh lens to view the universe.The book connects these ideas to practical tools like random number generators and nonlinear equations, machine learning algorithms, computational and predictive models, extending their implications to biological systems, human thought, and decision-making. By addressing both scientific fundamentals and philosophical debates, it bridges abstract ideas with real-world phenomena and demonstrates the role of randomness and noise in predictive models and simulations, thus helping readers understand the limits of computational systems in mimicking real-world processes.

  • Doing Bayesian Data Analysis

    A Tutorial With R, Stan, brms, and the tidyverse
    • 3rd Edition
    • John K. Kruschke + 1 more
    • English
    Doing Bayesian Data Analysis: A Tutorial with R, Stan, brms, and the tidyverse, Third Edition, provides a carefully scaffolded tutorial from beginning concepts to advanced, realistic data analyses. The book uses a proven sequence of topics unique to Doing Bayesian Data Analysis. The first part covers foundational concepts of statistical models, probability, Bayesian reasoning, and computer programming in R and the tidyverse. The second part introduces all the concepts and methods of Bayesian data analysis, including the Stan modeling language, by using the simplest possible data structures and statistical models. The third part covers the generalized linear model, including multilevel (a.k.a. hierarchical) versions of regression and analysis of variance, for a variety of data types (metric, ordinal, nominal, dichotomous, count), using the convenient computer package called brms. Every concept and case is illustrated with detailed examples, and all computer code is available at the book’s website. This book is intended for self-learners or classroom learning, for first-year graduate students, advanced undergraduates, and professionals. The methods apply to any field, including social sciences, biological sciences, and physical sciences, for any setting, including academia, government, business, and industry.

  • Methods in Stream Ecology

    • 4th Edition
    • F. Richard Hauer + 3 more
    • English
    Stream and river ecology has been an exceptionally vibrant and rapidly evolving science since the first edition of Methods in Stream Ecology was published in 1996. The second and third editions have then grown with the science and have directly influenced and assisted in the development of stream ecology as a major scientific discipline. Each chapter that has carried over into the new edition has been updated significantly according to new knowledge. Methods in Stream Ecology, 4th edition, contains new chapters as novel methods and molecular techniques have developed to expand on new research questions and ideas, while some chapters from the previous editions were eliminated or combined to reflect current trends. This new edition provides updated information on streams and rivers as dynamic features of the landscape and vital to sustaining biodiversity and human well-being. Methods in Stream Ecology, 4th edition, is integral to propelling stream and river ecology forward over the next several decades and continuing to provide essential guidance to students, teachers, and aquatic ecologists by offering state-of-the-art teaching and research resources.

  • 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.

  • Intelligent Management of Energy Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Md Shafiullah + 3 more
    • English
    Intelligent Management of Energy Systems provides a holistic overview of the opportunities available for utilizing artificial intelligence to optimize modern energy systems, including system dynamics, components, and business perspectives. The book begins with an overview of energy system dynamics followed by detailed step-by-step breakdowns of critical artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques, and methods for assessing greenhouse-gas emissions. Further chapters spotlight microgrids, high-voltage testing for essential components such as circuit breakers and transformers, and perspectives from business and social disciplines.Designed for students, engineers, and researchers, this book combines clear, foundational methodologies, technical implementation, and business perspectives, making it a robust toolkit for AI utilization in energy system optimization.

  • Trophic Rewilding

    Research, Policy and Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Iain Gordon + 1 more
    • English
    Trophic Rewilding: Research, Policy and Practice provides a unique, up-to-date resource for environmental professionals seeking the latest guidance on ecosystem restoration and rewilding. Written and edited by a global team of experts, the book highlights the evidence for trophic interactions that form the basis of rewilding efforts. It demonstrates the importance of such evidence in the development of policy and ground management. Early chapters discuss the scientific, regulatory, economic, and ethical background of trophic rewilding, while latter chapters describe approaches to trophic rewilding in diverse settings and delve into successes and lessons learned from global case studies. With the biodiversity crisis continuing unabated, there are growing calls for new approaches to species and ecosystem recovery in landscapes that have been impacted by human activities. Trophic rewilding is one such approach whereby species reintroductions are used to engender top-down ecological processes and trophic cascades to promote self-regulating biodiverse ecosystems. This book provides the latest updates on the topics presented and is an indispensable resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in rewilding projects and programs, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in environmental restoration and management.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Structural Health Monitoring of Bridges

    A Pattern Recognition Paradigm
    • 1st Edition
    • Elói Figueiredo + 1 more
    • English
    Structural Health Monitoring of Bridges: A Pattern Recognition Paradigm proposes an innovative approach for infrastructure assessment, focusing on statistical pattern recognition (SPR) and advanced machine learning techniques. The book introduces a novel hybrid framework that integrates data-driven methodologies with advanced computational techniques, enabling more effective detection of faults and anomalies. By utilizing SPR and leveraging machine learning algorithms, this work provides fresh insights into how these modern tools can transform infrastructure monitoring, making it more efficient and responsive. Special attention is given to data processing techniques that allow for the detection of damage patterns without relying on subjective human or destructive appraisal.By addressing both the technical and operational aspects of SHM, the book serves as an invaluable foundational reference resource to equip readers with the advanced knowledge and practical expertise needed to adopt these cutting-edge systems in their own infrastructure management workflows.

  • 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.

  • Closed and Open Photobioreactor Systems for Wastewater Treatment

    Design Principles and Operational Mechanisms
    • 1st Edition
    • Imran Ahmad + 1 more
    • English
    Closed and Open Photobioreactor Systems for Wastewater Treatment: Design Principles and Operational Mechanisms offers a comprehensive examination of the scientific foundations, engineering mechanisms, and practical designs that drive modern algal-based wastewater treatment technologies. Bridging fundamental bioprocess principles with real-world reactor configurations, the book presents a unified resource that addresses both closed and open photobioreactor systems, including light distribution, hydrodynamics, nutrient kinetics, and scale-up strategies. Through mechanistic modeling and performance evaluation frameworks, it consolidates scattered knowledge and emerging innovations into a single, authoritative reference. The book unfolds in three parts: Part I explores closed photobioreactor systems, detailing the design and optimization of horizontal, vertical, and flat-panel reactors. Part II deals with open systems, covering circular ponds, raceway ponds, and hybrid configurations, with a focus on natural flow, modeling, and integration. Part III investigates innovative designs, the role of artificial intelligence and digital twins, and the future of sustainable, circular wastewater management.Closed and Open Photobioreactor Systems for Wastewater Treatment: Design Principles and Operational Mechanisms is an essential guide for researchers, engineers, environmental scientists, graduate students, and industry professionals in biotechnology, wastewater management, environmental engineering, and sustainable process development. It provides critical insights for advancing resource recovery, carbon capture, and sustainable development in both academic and applied settings.

  • 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.

  • Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 241
    • English
    Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics, Volume 241 continues this long-running serial's tradition of surveying the latest developments in imaging science and electron physics, presenting contributions from an international board of authors on current advances across the field.

  • Accounting for the Generation and Discharge of Pollutants from Industrial Sources for Precise Environmental Management

    • 1st Edition
    • Qi Qiao + 2 more
    • English
    Accounting for the Generation and Discharge of Pollutants from Industrial Sources for Precise Environmental Management advances scientific understanding by systematically analyzing the laws governing pollutant production and release in China's industrial sectors. The book introduces innovative core technologies, including the modular Pollution Generation and Discharge Modular Accounting (PGDMA) model, parameter quantification methods, and data quality control systems, all supported by practical case studies from the sugar manufacturing, thermal power, iron and steel, and photovoltaic industries.Balancing theoretical depth with practical application, the content is organized into detailed chapters covering industry classification standards, pollution coefficients, industrial production characteristics, the PGDMA model, parameter quantification techniques, dynamic coefficient management, and future prospects. It offers a step-by-step guide from workshop division to emission accounting, including stratified sampling methods and coding systems for pollution sources.This book is an indispensable resource for environmental engineering technicians, industrial environmental managers, ecological supervision staff, and researchers. It serves as a practical tool for pollution prevention, discharge permit management, and environmental statistics, supporting sustainable industrial development and environmental protection.

  • 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.

  • Emerging White Analytical Chemical Methods: Design of Approaches and Utilizations Beyond Green

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 117
    • English
    The book Emerging White Analytical Methods gives an overview of the development, principles and progress, as well as the future of a new paradigm in analytical chemistry: White Analytical Chemistry (WAC) which combines analytical performance with the principles of sustainability, green chemistry and efficient resource use. The book covers the evolution of analytical methodology from the past to the present, with a specific focus on the evolution of analytically efficient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly analytical systems. It spans the full range of advanced analytical technologies including sample preparation methods that are environmentally friendly; chromatographic and electrophoretic methods; membrane-based methods; spectroscopic methods; microfluidics; lab on a chip technology; miniaturized instruments and intelligent analytical systems. Applicability of WAC in pharmaceuticals, clinical and biomedical sciences, food and agriculture and forensic investigations is highlighted. In addition, the volume showcases the transformative power of chemometrics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, bioengineered green nanomaterials, and open-access hardware/software platforms in paving the way for the future of analytical methods. It also covers several important issues including toxicity assessment, safety issues, regulatory issues, and legal issues concerning new generation Green Nanomaterials. The book brings together fundamental concepts, technological developments, applications and future directions and will therefore be useful for researchers, academicians, industry professionals and students in the field of analytical chemistry, green chemistry, nanotechnology, biotechnology and related interdisciplinary areas.

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Smart and Sustainable Waste Treatment

    Emerging Applications and Best Practices
    • 1st Edition
    • Izharul Haq + 1 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Smart and Sustainable Waste Treatment provides a much-needed, specialized resource on the application of Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in sustainable waste management. The book provides methods to help streamline processes, improve recycling rates, reduce contamination, and lower operational costs along with Machine learning models that can enhance forecasting and planning, allowing municipalities to optimize collection schedules and waste processing strategies. By combining theoretical insights with practical solutions, this book closes the gap between advanced technology and real-world applications, providing a roadmap for transforming solid waste management through data-driven, AI-powered approaches and seeks to drive forward the integration of intelligent, sustainable solutions into waste management practices across the globe.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents

    From Fundamentals to Environmental, Food, and Pharmaceutical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Pallavi Jain + 4 more
    • English
    Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents: From Fundamentals to Environmental, Food, and Pharmaceutical Applications offers an in-depth exploration of NADES, covering both their core principles and practical uses. The book aims to bridge scientific research with industrial practices, emphasizing the role of NADES in promoting environmentally sound and efficient solutions. It begins with a clear introduction to the basics of NADES, including classification, design, and characterization, along with an assessment of their environmental impact. Structured into six sections, the book discusses key topics such as environmental applications (pollutant removal, heavy metal removal, oil and gas recovery, etc), food-related uses (antifreezing, phenolic extraction, preservation, eco-friendly agriculture, etc), pharmaceuticals and biotechnology (green solvents, drug delivery, biotechnological tools, etc), and extraction techniques (HPLC, microextraction, bioactive compound recovery, etc). The final section considers future directions, focusing on sustainability, energy recovery, and recent innovations. Each chapter is concise, well-illustrated, and designed for practical understanding, making it a valuable resource for both students and researchers. Targeted at postgraduates, PhD scholars, researchers, practitioners, and industry professionals, this book supports the development and application of sustainable technologies through green chemistry principles. It aims to inspire further research and facilitate the practical implementation of NADES across scientific and industrial sectors, contributing to a greener, more sustainable future.

  • 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.

  • Navigating the Microplastic Landscape

    Sources, Fate, Health Risks, and Sustainable Solutions
    • 1st Edition
    • Sheena Kumari + 4 more
    • English
    Navigating the Microplastic Landscape provides a comprehensive overview of microplastic pollution, emphasizing its sources, environmental fate, detection methods, and innovative remediation strategies. The book explores cutting-edge technologies such as advanced detection techniques, enzymatic degradation, and chemical oxidation processes, alongside traditional physical and biological approaches.Covering topics like microplastic transport, transformation into nanoplastics, and their role as vectors for contaminants, it offers detailed insights into current challenges and emerging solutions across ecosystems, including aquatic, terrestrial, and atmospheric environments. The inclusion of global case studies and policy analysis aims to bridge scientific research with practical applications, promoting sustainable management and circular economy models. This edited volume is designed for researchers, environmental scientists, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of microplastic pollution and develop effective mitigation strategies.It serves as a vital resource for graduate students, academics, and practitioners aiming to address one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, fostering innovation and informed decision-making in microplastic management.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Smart Thin Films and Nanomaterials for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Beyond

    • 1st Edition
    • Velumani Subramaniam + 4 more
    • English
    Smart Thin Films and Nanomaterials for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Beyond overviews various smart thin films and nanomaterials, offering information on their synthesis, properties, and applications that utilize their electrical, magnetic, and optical properties. By providing insights into these functional materials, the book presents potential pathways for exploring novel phases, optimizing their properties, and tailoring them to suitable forms prior to prototype testing for a range of applications. It focuses on different classes of smart nanomaterials targeting a broad spectrum of disciplines and applications – including engineering, medicine, biotechnology and materials science – that are all aligned with the evolution of Industry 4.0.Smart nanomaterials are notable for their advantages over other materials in the areas of cost, ease of processing, and tunable magnetic, electrical, and optical properties, and they show great promise for the development of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and beyond.

  • 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, and relevant aspects related to the industrial standardization of the technology.For a reader with a basic background in photonics, the book provides the foundation for understanding distributed acoustic sensing technology and its applications, in a single volume. It is relevant to 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.

  • Progress in Optics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 72
    • English
    Optics series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • 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.

  • Advanced Functional Materials for Membrane-Assisted Water Purification

    • 1st Edition
    • Sabu Thomas + 3 more
    • English
    Advanced Functional Materials for Membrane-Assisted Water Purification provides readers with a thorough overview of the principles and practices involved in membrane-assisted water purification. It explains the concepts and procedures involved in membrane-assisted water filtration, as well as some of its practical applications. Various types of membranes are discussed, including porous polymeric, ultrafiltration, 3D-printed, biochar-based, hydrogel, air-gap, and more. The morphology, structure, properties, and best-use applications of each are outlined, and other considerations such as preparation techniques, characterization techniques, reverse osmosis, deep eutectic solvents, and modeling techniques are covered as well.

  • Theory of Probability and Statistics

    Solved Problems and Exercises
    • 1st Edition
    • Humbat Aliyev + 2 more
    • English
    Theory of Probability and Statistics: Solved Problems and Exercises is a comprehensive and practice-oriented textbook designed for undergraduate and graduate students seeking a clear, rigorous, and intuitive understanding of probability and statistical inference. Unlike many existing titles that either lean too heavily on theory or focus mostly on computations, this book bridges the gap by integrating conceptual foundations with problem-solving techniques and real-world applications. Each chapter progresses from essential theory to fully-worked examples, followed by a rich set of exercises that reinforce learning and promote mastery.Theory of Probability and Statistics: Solved Problems and Exercises offers significant benefits to its readers: streamlined explanations of fundamental concepts, step-by-step derivations, visual interpretations where helpful, and numerous solved problems that demonstrate how abstract principles translate into practical statistical tools. Topics span classical probability, random variables, distributions, limit theorems, estimation, hypothesis testing, regression, non-parametric methods, and modern extensions relevant to data science. This book provides a fresh, accessible approach that maintains mathematical rigor while remaining student-friendly, making it ideal for university courses, self-study, and exam preparation. By blending theory with extensive solved exercises, it fills a growing demand for a unified, application-driven text tailored to contemporary learners.

  • Recent Advances in Ceramic Nanocomposites

    Synthesis, Characterization and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Saritha Appukuttan + 1 more
    • English
    Recent Advances in Ceramic Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications consolidates the scattered literature on the synthesis, processing, characterization and applications of ceramic nanocomposites into a single, up-to-date reference. It explains the enhanced physical and chemical properties that make these materials suitable for electronics, energy, biomedical, chemical and aerospace uses, and reflects the rapid progress of the past decade. Coverage spans preparation routes such as sol-gel techniques, injection moulding and dry pressing alongside newer methods, giving researchers a coherent account of how structure and processing govern performance across this fast-moving field.Dedicated chapters examine optical, magnetic, mechanical, thermal and rheological behaviour and applications including supercapacitors, batteries, fuel and solar cells, hydrogen storage, gas sensing, water purification, tissue engineering, drug delivery and corrosion protection, with distinctive sections on 3D printing and molecular dynamics modelling. It is intended for researchers, industry professionals and postgraduate students in nanoscience and materials science.

  • Spacecraft Dynamics and Control

    The Embedded Model Control Approach
    • 2nd Edition
    • Enrico Canuto + 4 more
    • English
    This new edition of Spacecraft Dynamics and Control introduces a more refined approach to handling system uncertainty, complexity and disturbance patterns, enhancing the precision and adaptability of control systems in unpredictable space environments by fully leveraging the Embedded Model Control (EMC) methodology. Updated throughout, the book begins with an extensive introduction to attitude geometry and algebra, establishing a strong foundation for the complex control systems discussed in later chapters. It examines the integration of innovative instrument and actuator technologies, including laser interferometer metrology and micro-propulsion subsystems, the former being new to this edition. Drawing inspiration from past and forthcoming drag-free European missions and the control challenges they encounter, advanced application examples are featured alongside numerical exercises and simulations, all designed around the mission state predictor, which enables precise drag-free and attitude control of multibody systems under varying, unstable conditions. Three dedicated chapters cover the complex drag-free and attitude control of the successful and flawless GOCE mission and of the next-generation satellite constellations aimed at Earth’s gravity field mapping (NGGM) and gravitational wave detection (LISA). Architecture and design of the case studies entirely rely on the EMC methodology, whose uncertainty-based design is summarized and exemplified in the chapter that anticipates the case studies. The edition aims to provide a well-rounded guide for tackling real-world space engineering problems.

  • Metaheuristic Optimization for Social Good

    • 1st Edition
    • Thompson Stephan + 2 more
    • English
    Metaheuristic Optimization for Social Good presents a comprehensive guide that shows how powerful optimization algorithms—genetic algorithms, swarm intelligence, evolutionary strategies, and other heuristics—can be tailored to address critical societal problems. Whereas existing references tend to focus on either the technical underpinnings of metaheuristics or broad “AI for social impact” overviews, this book demonstrates how metaheuristic approaches can be systematically and ethically applied to domains such as healthcare, urban planning, environmental stewardship, and policy-making. This handbook directly addresses these challenges by providing a structured approach to metaheuristics, presenting rigorous theoretical foundations, state-of-the-art hybrid techniques, and diverse real-world applications. The book consolidates research insights, methodological innovations, and practical use cases into a single, accessible volume. The book presents theoretical advances, hybrid model architectures, and practical applications, providing comprehensive coverage that combines metaheuristics with machine learning and data-driven simulation to enhance decision making for social good. The authors provide real-world case studies that cover the intersection of advanced optimization algorithms and multiple social domains in one volume, with technical depth in each topic. Readers learn how to ensure optimization results align with values such as fairness, equity, and sustainability, preparing readers to not only build effective solutions, but also ones that are socially acceptable and beneficial.

  • Dynamic Responses of Supercritical Fluids

    Experimental Investigations on Non-Linear Effects Across the Widom Region and Near-Critical Phase Transitions
    • 1st Edition
    • Grazia Lamanna + 2 more
    • English
    Dynamic Responses of Supercritical Fluids: Experimental Investigations on Non-Linear Effects Across the Widom Region and Near-Critical Phase Transitions provides comprehensive information on the experimental techniques that can be used to measure the dynamic responses of near-to supercritical fluids, along with an overview of the related physical phenomena involved. This book is ideal for applied physicists, engineers, and graduate and doctoral students in chemical engineering, process engineering, and aerospace engineering.At the transition from liquid or gaseous fluid states into the supercritical regime, the macroscopic fluid response functions experience maxima, which results in a non-linear coupling between small perturbations in pressure and temperature and compressible flow dynamics. By applying laser-induced thermal acoustics, also known as laser-induced (transient) grating spectroscopy, the fluid response to an acoustic, pressure, and thermal perturbation can be investigated. Specifically, speed of sound, thermal diffusivities, and acoustic damping rates, are measured. And, by applying thermodynamic model, the latter are used to determine volume viscosities at near- to supercritical fluid states. Finally, by applying polarized Mie scattering, insights on the type of phase transitions can be inferred together with quantitative data on the average size, and droplet size distribution can be obtained.

  • 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.

  • Marine Operations of Offshore Wind Turbines

    Autonomous Systems and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Zhengru Ren
    • English
    Marine Operations of Offshore Wind Turbines: Autonomous Systems and Applications, a new release in Elsevier's Wind Energy Engineering series, draws on the latest advances in marine operations to offer practical information on dynamics and automatic control. The book begins by introducing marine operations and offshore wind turbines, the fundamentals of dynamics and automatic control, and the definition of operability for marine operations before in-depth chapters cover numerical modeling and simulation tools, lifting operations for components, active control of offshore single-blade installation, modeling and control of full assembly installation and use of low-height mechanisms, and further technological developments.This is a valuable resource for all those looking to understand dynamics and automatic control techniques for offshore wind turbine operations, including researchers, students, engineers, R&D, policymakers, and industry professionals.

  • A Microgrid Cluster Management and Internet-of-Things Framework

    Fundamentals, Protocols, and Case Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • Veerpratap Meena + 4 more
    • English
    A Microgrid Cluster Management and Internet-of-Things Framework: Fundamentals, Protocols, and Case Studies present guidance on leveraging IoT technologies to optimize renewable energy integration through microgrid clusters. The book begins by detailing the fundamental aspects of microgrid clusters, encompassing design, control, and optimization. This comprehensive grounding prepares readers for the exploration of IoT integration to harness big data analytics for energy efficiency, power management, fault monitoring, and cybersecurity.Chapte... present meticulous analysis of protocol selection for effective operation and control. Additionally, wired protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet, wireless protocols like Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, and IoT protocols including CoAP, MQTT, and HTTP are examined.This book is valuable for researchers and engineers working on flexible and renewable grids and grid integration.

  • Non-Destructive Testing and Structural Health Monitoring Methods for Additive Manufactured Polymers

    • 1st Edition
    • Magdalena Mieloszyk + 1 more
    • English
    Non-Destructive Testing and Structural Health Monitoring Methods for Additive Manufactured Polymers provides a complete overview of non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques and structural health monitoring (SHM) methods for additive manufactured (AM) polymers, both with and without fiber reinforcement. Methods for additive manufacturing of polymers are outlined, including modified fused deposition and selective laser sintering, and the book also discusses structural properties' fracture behavior and other mechanics of the polymers produced. The book then segues into specific NDT and SHM methods best used for evaluating AM polymers, such as THz spectroscopy, microcomputer tomography, ultrasonic methods, fiber optic techniques, and vibration-based methods. The structural differences between polymers produced via AM and those produced via traditional manufacturing techniques are considered as well, and the book also includes insight on methods of embedding sensors in AM structures both during and after the printing process.

  • 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.

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