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    • Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • George Wypych
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
        9 7 8 1 7 7 4 6 7 0 9 3 4
      Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates focuses on the raw materials required for polyurethane synthesis. It explores various isocyanates and polyols, detailing their chemical properties and roles in creating diverse polymer structures. Amines, solvents, catalysts, and other additives that enhance the synthesis process are also discussed, as are typical methods of synthesis, mechanisms of catalysis, factors affecting reaction rates, and potential side reactions that can occur during polymerization. Structures of linear and crosslinked polyurethanes are also covered, including how these configurations influence the physical and chemical properties of the final products. Typical methods for analyzing polyurethanes, allowing for their assessment, characteristics, and qualities are provided, as are the physical-mechanical properties of polyurethanes, including elasticity, tensile strength, and thermal stability. The creation of polyurethane blends and interpenetrating networks is discussed, and the book also features an extensive section on additives used with polyurethanes, such as plasticizers, pigments, flame retardants, and more. Processing methods such as metering, mixing, and storage are outlined, applications of polyurethanes in automotive parts, bedding, medical devices, and packaging are covered, and the book concludes with coverage of waste disposal, processing, and recycling strategies for these products.

    • Yeast Biotechnology and Biorefinery

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Anuj K. Chandel + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 6 5 6 7 6
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 6 5 6 8 3
      Yeast Biotechnology and Biorefinery: Background, Potential and Future Perspective explores the essential role of yeasts in modern biorefineries. The book discusses yeast isolation, fermentation of biomass sugars for producing ethanol, xylitol, biopolymers, and more. It emphasizes recent advancements in molecular biology and bioprocessing to overcome challenges in biomass refining. The focus is on providing current information on yeast biodiversity, biotechnology, and their applications in generating biochemicals, biofuels, and nutraceuticals in lignocellulose biorefineries. The book compiles research on yeast isolation, synthetic biology for biocatalyst development, and various product applications. It also covers process engineering techniques like immobilization methods and feeding patterns to boost productivity. Overall, the book underscores the importance of utilizing both traditional and new yeasts for a wide range of bioproducts in the biorefinery context. Yeast Biotechnology and Biorefinery: Background, Potential and Future Perspective is an an indispensable resource for students, senior researchers, and industrial R&D professionals working on sustainable conversion of lignocellulosic biomass into biobased renewables and fuels.

    • Data-Driven Machine Learning Applications in Thermochemical Conversion Processes

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Jude Okolie + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 3 7 2 9
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 3 7 3 6
      Data-driven Machine Learning Applications in Thermochemical Conversion Processes delves into the prospect of machine learning applications to optimize and enhance advanced thermochemical conversion processes, which are essential for converting biomass into energy and other valuable products. This book covers ML applications in higher heating value (HHV) predictions, catalyst screening, prediction of biofuels properties, material discovery and screening, as well as advancing emerging thermochemical conversion process technologies. Providing an in-depth examination of how big data analytics and ML models can be harnessed to predict system performance, understand complex reaction mechanisms, and accelerate development of innovative conversion technologies, as well as focusing on both theoretical and practical aspects, this book will be a welcome reference for researchers, engineers, and practitioners.

    • Handbook of Nucleating Agents

      • 3rd Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • George Wypych
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
        9 7 8 1 7 7 4 6 7 0 8 5 9
      Handbook of Nucleating Agents, Third Edition provides information on how to increase the production rate, modify structure and morphology, improve mechanical performance, and reduce the haze of polymeric products with proper selection of nucleating agents (and/or the so-called clarifying agents). It also analyzes important publications found in open and patent literature, with special attention given to the findings of the last five years which brought many new important developments. The book is divided into 14 chapters, each of which concentrates on the essential performance of nucleating agents. Chemical origin and related properties of nucleating agents are analyzed in general terms to highlight the differences in their properties. The specific agents are discussed in Databook of Nucleating Agents, which is published as a separate book to help in the selection of products available in the commercial markets and analyze the properties of different products. Information in Databook and Handbook is totally different without any repetition. The next six chapters of the Handbook discuss the most essential theoretical knowledge required for the proper selection and use of nucleating and clarifying agents. These include polymer crystallization with and without nucleating agents, parameters of crystallization, essential influences on the nucleation processes, measures of nucleation efficiency, mechanisms of nucleation, and effective methods of dispersion of nucleating agents. The following three chapters concentrate on the application aspects in different formulations. Here, extensive use is being made of patent literature and research papers available for different applications. Discussed are nineteen polymer processing methods that require the use of nucleating agents, forty different polymers that are known to use nucleating agents, and sixteen groups of commercial products in which nucleating agents found applications. This shows that the modern use of nucleating agents is widespread in industry. The last three chapters discuss the effects of nucleating agents on the physical and mechanical properties of materials, the essential analytical techniques used to analyze systems containing nucleating agents, and health and safety in the use of nucleating agents.

    • Natural Compounds and Polymer Blends in Wound Healing Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Beata Kaczmarek-Szczepańska
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 4 2 5 6 1
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 4 2 5 7 8
      Natural Compounds and Polymer Blends in Wound Healing Applications explores the integration of diverse multifunctional natural compounds into polymer-based materials. Early chapters introduce natural polymers and their blends, and present the unique physicochemical characteristics and biological activities of these materials. A range of naturally-derived compounds is assessed, including peptides, phenolic compounds, carotenoids, flavonoids, plant extracts, and carbon additives. The sustainable benefits of these natural compounds and polymeric materials is emphasized, with a detailed review of recent patents, commercial products, and the challenges and opportunities in the field. Natural Compounds and Polymer Blends in Wound Healing Applications is a valuable resource for academics and researchers in the fields of materials science, biomaterials, pharmaceutical sciences, and medicinal chemistry.

    • Plastic Waste Valorization

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Riti Thapar Kapoor + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 1 6 3 0 9
      • eBook
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      Plastic Waste Valorization: Strategies to Tackle Plastic Waste Pollution for Sustainable Environment presents advanced approaches for mitigating the hazardous effects of plastics on ecosystems and human health, offering a detailed examination of microplastics and their impacts. It highlights new, sustainable technologies for the bioremediation and biodegradation of plastic contaminants. This book explores methods for managing plastic contaminants and transforming plastic waste into valuable products. By advancing knowledge and practices in the field, this book significantly contributes to ongoing research and efforts toward achieving carbon neutrality and environmental protection.

    • Encyclopedia of Renewable Energy Engineering

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Frede Blaabjerg
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 9 2 1 1 8
      The Encyclopedia of Renewable Energy Engineering (3 volume set), is a fully referenced, thematically organized, multi-authored work, covering every aspect of the field, from established topics to emerging developments and future predictions/challeng... It is designed for postgraduate researchers and lecturers working at the interfaces of renewable energy, engineering and other fields such as materials science and sustainability.A fully integrated compilation of expertly-written articles looking at energy engineering with a focus on clean and renewable energy, the work gives a detailed overview of the whole interdisciplinary field. It tackles everything from questions of Economy and Sustainability, Engineering for Climate Change and Minimizing CO2 Emissions, to distinctions between Renewable Energies and Sustainable Energy, Materials, Technologies, and Environmental Impacts.Allowing readers to confidently attain knowledge quickly and navigate their way through the wide body of literature in this complex field, this Encyclopedia is a unique and invaluable resource for students and researchers in Energy studies whether they come from a mechanical, civil, electrical or chemical engineering background.

    • Exploring Hardware Advances

      • 1st Edition
      • February 2, 2026
      • Manikandan Veerappan + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 1 4 8 0
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 1 4 9 7
      Exploring Hardware Advances: FPGA, IoT, Microcontrollers, and Quantum Technologies is a timely study of cutting-edge technologies that brings interdisciplinary insights, real-world applications, and case studies for individuals applying the knowledge in academic, professional, or research settings. The book takes readers on a journey through four crucial domains: FPGA, IoT, microcontrollers, and quantum technologies. Each section is crafted to provide both a broad understanding and in-depth insights into these cutting-edge technologies' principles, applications, and potential future developments.

    • Functional Analysis: Theory and Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Ravi P. Agarwal + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 1 7 4 9
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 3 1 7 5 6
      An applied understanding of functional analysis is essential for students pursuing research or careers in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematical physics, and engineering, among other disciplines.Function... Analysis: Theory and Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of functional analysis. Authored by esteemed mathematicians with extensive expertise in the field, this book thoroughly introduces fundamental concepts in functional analysis, including Banach spaces, Hilbert spaces, operator theory, nonlinear analysis, linear operators, and normed spaces, and implements these in real-world problems across various scientific and engineering disciplines.The book's rigorous mathematical treatment is combined with worked examples, exercises and solutions, visual aids, application case studies, and future directions across all chapters to reinforce learning, while appendices offer supplementary materials, proofs of theorems, and tables of important results, among other resources.

    • Reducing the Risks of Weather, Climate and Ocean Extremes

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 12
      • March 1, 2026
      • John E. Hay
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Reducing the Risks of Weather, Climate and Ocean Extremes presents evidence-based and practical guidance on appropriate ways to manage the rapidly increasing impacts and risks associated with extreme weather, climate and ocean events. This book specifically addresses the needs and challenges laid out in the author’s two earlier volumes: Science of Weather, Climate and Ocean Extremes, 2022, and Consequences of Weather, Climate and Ocean Extremes, 2025. The book emphasizes the importance of proactive risk management at local, national, and global levels, drawing on lessons learned from past experiences to inform effective strategies. It explores the complexities of managing the consequences of these extremes, highlighting the role of communication, engagement, and inclusiveness in fostering resilience within communities. Additionally, the text addresses the necessity of monitoring and evaluating climate risk management initiatives to ensure their effectiveness and adaptability. By synthesizing insights across various scales, this author aims to empower readers to navigate the challenges posed by climate variability and change. This book serves as a vital resource for researchers and practitioners committed to reducing risks and enhancing resilience in the face of an increasingly unpredictable climate.

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