Books in Physical sciences and engineering

Nuclear Science, Technology, and Civilization

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Zhou Tao + 1 more
English

Nuclear Science, Technology, and Civilization presents an introduction to nuclear science and technology, providing technical terms and examples in an accessible way. Beginning with an introduction to the fundamental concepts of nuclear science, nuclear technology, and nuclear energy, the book then reviews the origin and historical developments of nuclear energy and nuclear technology across multiple applications, such as industry, agriculture, and medicine. A collection of global case studies are then presented, reviewing national conditions of typical countries or regions to explain the differences in the impact of nuclear science and technology on similar communities.The book also offers a deep dive into the energy demand for nuclear science technology, considering topics such as carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals. It concludes with a discussion on the future of human and nuclear civilization, outlining the impact of future, advanced nuclear technology.

Phase Equilibrium Engineering

2nd Edition
Volume 13
November 1, 2025
Esteban Alberto Brignole + 1 more
English
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Phase Equilibrium Engineering, Second Edition presents a systematic and fully updated study of the application of phase equilibrium tools to the development of chemical processes. The thermodynamic modeling of mixtures for process development, synthesis, simulation, design, and optimization are analyzed. This book changes the focus from the use of thermodynamics relationships to compute phase equilibria to the design and control of the phase conditions that a process needs. In this second edition, the authors have thoroughly updated all chapters with new sections and case studies and added new chapters relating to their expertise and newest experimental work in high pressure labs and modelling of behavior of complex mixtures.Traditional... the teaching of phase equilibria emphasizes the relationships between the thermodynamic variables of each phase in equilibrium rather than its engineering applications. This book changes the focus from the use of thermodynamics relationships to compute phase equilibria to the design and control of the phase conditions that a process needs. The thermodynamic modeling of mixtures for process development, synthesis, simulation, design, and optimization is analyzed. The relation between the mixture molecular properties, the selection of the thermodynamic model and the process technology that could be applied are discussed. A classification of mixtures, separation process, thermodynamic models and technologies is presented to guide the engineer in the world of separation processes. The phase condition required for a given reacting system is studied at subcritical and supercritical conditions. The four cardinal points of phase equilibrium engineering are: the chemical plant or process, the laboratory, the modeling of phase equilibria and the simulator. The harmonization of all these components to obtain a better design or operation is the goal of phase equilibrium engineering.

Current Advancements in Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Igor Krupa + 2 more
English
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Current Advancements in Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation: Challenges and Mitigation Strategies provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments in wastewater treatment supported mainly by nanotechnology-assis... techniques. It brings together the latest advances in nanomaterials and technologies and their diverse applications for wastewater remediation.The book begins by discussing water quality standards, monitoring strategies and different sources of water pollution, including various organic and inorganic contaminants like oil spills, dyes, metal pollutants, food waste and pharmaceutical wastes. Subsequent chapters provide the latest developments on the science, engineering and application of advanced nanomaterials for a wide range of technologies used for wastewater treatment and produced water treatment, such as physical, chemical, nanomaterial assisted, and membrane supported methods and techniques.Scientist... and researchers in academia and industry will benefit from this comprehensive resource on the nanomaterials behind the technologies at which wastewater sources can be purified from contaminants.

Low-Temperature Plasma Chemical Engineering

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Yi Cheng + 1 more
English

Low-Temperature Plasma Chemical Engineering bridges the gap between the plasma and chemical engineering community and covers both the fundamentals and applications of plasma chemical engineering technologies, including but not limited to the principles and mechanisms of plasma process intensification, novel plasma reactor/process design and process optimization, and different applications.The book covers a wide range of plasma chemical processes such as oxidation of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), methane reforming, CO2 conversion, biomass tar reforming, nitrogen fixation, plasma agriculture, plasma biotechnology, advanced oxidation processes, organic synthesis in microchannel reactors, electrostatic precipitation, plasma pyrolysis of coal into acetylene, synthesis of nanomaterials and ultrafine powders, and solid waste treatment. The book brings together state-of-the-art research and development in relationship with advanced low-temperature plasma chemical engineering technologies as well as the challenges and future perspectives in this emerging area. Low-Temperature Plasma Chemical Engineering is valuable resource or reference for scientists, engineers, technicians and students with different research backgrounds including plasma physics, plasma chemistry, chemical engineering, energy engineering, materials science and engineering, environmental engineering and electrical engineering.

Lightweight Composites

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Mrityunjay Doddamani + 2 more
English

Lightweight Composites: Mechanics, Processing, Properties, and Applications provides practical information for all types of lightweight composites, including cutting-edge processing techniques and applications. It highlights the utilization of porosity in design and development of material systems in a unique and innovative way with strength and moduli property maps included throughout. The synthesis, mechanics, characterization, and testing of these materials are each covered at length, with particular attention paid to advanced manufacturing techniques such as 3D printing. Sandwich composites, lightweight nanocomposites, functionally-graded foams, syntactic foams, metal matrix composites, Al and Mg-based composites, and more are covered. Weight critical structural applications in aerospace, automobile, marine, electronics, sports, and biomedicine are also discussed,

Density Functional Theory

1st Edition
Volume 25
November 1, 2025
Aleksey E. Kuznetsov
English
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Density Functional Theory: Current Trends and Applications provides a thorough and detailed explanation and overview of this important computational quantum mechanical modelling method and its applications. The book's chapters are structured to be easier to understand and more accessible to the target audience. Split into three distinct sections, it examines foundational knowledge surrounding DFT, covering key concepts such as the Thomas-Fermi model and Hohenberg-Kohn-Sham theory, exchange-correlation functionals, the advantages and disadvantages of DFT compared to MO theory, and other methods before exploring areas of future DFT development.The second section then examines practical methods and approaches for DFT, looking at the types of density functionals such as LSDA, GGA and meta-GGA functionals, hybrid functionals, DFTB methods, dispersion corrected functionals, Time-Dependent DFT, and the Plane-wave approach. It also looks at relations between DFT and ab initio molecular dynamics and the QM/MM approach. The final section then focuses on applications and some useful case studies of use of DFT in different areas, whilst weighing up strengths and weaknesses in such applications.

GNSS Applications to Monitor Natural Hazards

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Joseph Awange
English
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GNSS Applications to Monitor Natural Hazards offers step-by-step GNSS methodologies for reproducibility of the techniques covered, with explanations on how they can be employed for hazard monitoring and mitigation. The book provides an understanding of the applications, benefits, and methods for implementing the techniques in research and how these methods can be used to provide early warning to mitigating catastrophic events.GNSS Applications to Monitor Natural Hazards provides GNSS methodologies for researchers, professionals, and professors working with GNSS technologies or those wanting to relate the application of GNSS to natural hazards.

Handbook of Satellite Land Products

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Shunlin Liang + 1 more
English

Handbook of Satellite Land Products compiles the key information of as many satellite products as possible for each essential land variable. It provides a comprehensive list of openly accessible high-level satellite products that characterize the essential land surface variables of the Earth system, including the original data sources, inversion algorithms, product characteristics, validation accuracy, and any existing applications. Each product includes satellite data inversion methodology and high-level product generation and application information, allowing for comparison of different products and selection of the correct ones for different applications.This book will help researchers, professors, and graduate students grasp the knowledge of existing satellite land products, understand the advantages and limitations, and follow the practical application examples.

Microbial Engineering

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Durgesh Kumar Jaiswal + 3 more
English
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Microbial Engineering: A Sustainable Approach for Remediation of Emerging Soil Pollutants offers a synthesis of the latest findings on new and emerging pollutants in a single volume. Focusing on emerging contaminants like heavy metals, nanoparticles, microplastic and organic contaminants, the book covers environmental impacts, remediation strategies, and regional policy frameworks.

Polymer Micro and Nanocomposites for High Voltage Insulation

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Patricia Abimbola I Popoola + 3 more
English
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Polymer Micro and Nanocomposites for High Voltage Insulation: Properties and Applications covers the processing, fabrication, characterization, and resultant properties of polymer micro and nanocomposites for high voltage insulation applications. The book serves as a valuable reference book for researchers, engineers, and R&D professionals interested on polymer materials and nanotechnologies for insulation applications. Chapters address the fundamental, theoretical aspects of polyimides materials used for high voltage insulation, while following chapters discuss the effects of micro and nano inorganic insulation fillers on the mechanical, electrical and thermal insulation properties of polyimide microcomposites and polyimide nanocomposites.Diele... strength, behavior of space charge, and high temperature resistance of polyimide reinforced insulation filler are also discussed. Finally, ending chapters focus on the effects of the environment on the material’s insulation properties and review the methods used for the evaluation of insulation of polymer micro and nanocomposite materials.

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