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  • Biocomposites and Nanomaterials

    A Circular Economy Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Suresh Sundaramurthy + 4 more
    • English
    Biocomposites and Nanomaterials: A Circular Economy Approach explores the transformative shift from traditional linear economic models to the innovative concept of the Circular Economy. The book delves into sustainable materials synthesis and advanced technologies that cater to eco-friendly production in industries like manufacturing and process engineering. With a focus on precision tailoring of material structures, it highlights how systematic synthesis is revolutionizing material properties to meet the growing demands of diverse applications. The book is designed to inspire sustainable innovations that align seamlessly with the principles of a circular economy.Beyond its primary focus, the book extensively discusses biocomposites, bio-adhesives, bioplastics, keratin-based products, and pharmaceutical developments. Key topics include sustainable production techniques, heterogeneous catalysis, carbon sequestration, and waste management strategies. Real-world industrial case studies provide practical insights into transitioning to eco-friendly practices. By showcasing cutting-edge research and applications, this book serves as a comprehensive guide for integrating circular economy frameworks into material development and industrial processes.

  • Encyclopedia of Fuel Processing Technology

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Reza Rahimpour
    • English
    Encyclopedia of Fuel Processing Technology, Six Volume Set, thoroughly explores the diverse nature of energy and fuel sources. It is designed to be user-friendly and a valuable resource for researchers, educators, and managers, providing comprehensive insights into the transition toward cleaner and more sustainable energy practices.Fuel processing technology involves a wide range of methods and processes to efficiently convert various fuel sources into usable energy while minimizing environmental impacts. This technology addresses the changing energy landscape, transitioning from fossil fuels to sustainable and renewable alternatives. Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, have historically been the primary sources of energy globally. However, extraction, processing, and combustion of these fuels lead to environmental impacts like air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. In response, there is now a focus on developing fuel processing technologies that reduce environmental impact and support a cleaner energy future. These include carbon capture and storage systems (CCS); desulfurization technologies and desalting, the production and processing of sustainable fuels, such as biofuels, as well as renewable fuels and renewable energy sources. The Encyclopedia is based on the long-term vision that a significant portion of energy and raw material needs should be met through the commercial use of advancements in bio-processing technologies. This approach aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and finally replace fuels sourced from depleting fossil fuel reserves.

  • Restoration and Sustainable Development of Mine-Affected Soils and Degraded Lands

    Advances for Natural Resources Conservation and Land Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Jaume Bech + 3 more
    • English
    Restoration and Sustainable Development of Mine-Affected Soils and Degraded Lands: Advances for Natural Resources Conservation and Land Sustainability delves into the latest advancements in sustainable post-mining land development. This comprehensive volume begins by assessing environmental legacies from mining activities, considering their impacts on different environmental spheres such as the pedosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. It explores the interconnections between these spheres and the material fluxes that result from mining interventions, offering in-depth analysis for professionals in the field. The book also discusses the prediction and analysis of environmental benefits and challenges related to mine closures and the transition to renewable energy.It includes social and economic opportunities and obstacles of mine closure and the phasing out of coal, viewed from regional, national, and global standpoints. Management approaches are examined, considering environmental, socio-economic, and political challenges, drawing insights from successful experiences and lessons learned. Finally, the connection between soil and human health in mine-affected areas is analyzed, providing a valuable resource for mining engineers, soil scientists, and environmental resource managers.

  • Nanomaterials Perovskites Oxides and Halides Catalysts

    Applications in Sustainable Catalytic Processes
    • 1st Edition
    • Peter R. Makgwane + 3 more
    • English
    Nanomaterials Perovskites Oxides and Halides Catalysts: Applications in Sustainable Catalytic Processes delivers a comprehensive introduction to the dynamic world of perovskite-based nanomaterials, emphasizing their use as highly effective catalysts. The book is structured into four well-defined sections, beginning with an accessible overview of fundamental concepts, material properties, synthesis techniques, and innovative design approaches. Readers are guided through the essential processes that underpin the development of these advanced materials, providing a solid foundation for understanding their significance in modern science and technology. This resource is invaluable for those seeking to deepen their knowledge of perovskite nanomaterials and their catalytic capabilities.The following chapters highlight perovskite-based catalysts in energy-related applications, including fuel cells, batteries, supercapacitors, and chemical conversion reactions. The book further explores their contribution to chemical conversion processes and environmental solutions such as pollution control, water purification, and advanced sensing technologies. By offering key strategies for designing nanomaterials with enhanced structural qualities, it serves as an essential guide for researchers and professionals in materials science, environmental science, renewable energy, and chemical engineering.

  • Microwave/RF Applicators and Probes

    for Material Heating, Sensing, and Plasma Generation
    • 3rd Edition
    • Mehrdad Mehdizadeh
    • English
    Microwave/RF Applicators and Probes: for Material Heating, Sensing, and Plasma Generation, Third Edition presents the design rules and principles of high-frequency applicators and probes for material processing and sensing applications. After covering the basics of field-material interactions, the book reviews and categorizes probes and applicators, demonstrates real-world applications, and offers numerically solved examples. Sections bring together the overall area of high-frequency applicators and probes for material interactions as an integrated science, provide a useful reference to those who design these devices, and present an update on the most recent developments and findings. The key design principles of various applicators and probes are often quite similar and, once understood, can be readily applied to diverse applications, thus avoiding a great deal of design trial and error.

  • The Application of Intelligent Technologies to High Performance Built Environments

    • 1st Edition
    • Shuai Lu + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence Applications for High-Performance Built Environments draws on the authors’ international academic and industry experience to provide readers with a comprehensive overview of the beneficial impact of AI to the building industry, with both theoretical insights and real-world applications. The book demonstrates how many building industry challenges can be successfully addressed using intelligent technologies while also presenting detailed, cutting-edge methods of applying AI to a range of building industry procedures and performance aspects of the built environment. Readers will learn how to use AI solutions to address similar problems they may be confronted with in their projects/investigati... suggests models, algorithms, and tools, providing a practical pathway for readers to apply AI technologies across the entire building process lifecycle to enhance innovation, efficiency, and productivity. The book's emphasis on intelligence technologies appeals equally to academic and industry-based readers who are not only interested in getting in front of the sector’s technology curve but also in discovering innovative, practical solutions.

  • Smart Civil and Structural Engineering

    Integrating Innovative Technologies for Civil and Structural Excellence
    • 1st Edition
    • Shahryar Habibi
    • English
    Smart Structural Engineering: Integrating Innovative Technologies for Civil and Structural Excellence provides an exploration of the dynamic intersection between smart technologies and civil and structural engineering. It discusses the transformative role of cutting-edge technologies in revolutionizing the way design is transforming structural engineering. The central theme of the book is the seamless integration of innovative technologies in the field, enabling engineers to create structures that are not only robust but also intelligent and adaptable.Key themes include:Innovative TechnologiesIntellig... Structural SystemsInterdiscipli... CollaborationSustain... in Practice

  • Integrated Approaches for Multi-Hazard Resilient and Sustainable Buildings

    • 1st Edition
    • Simona Bianchi + 1 more
    • English
    Integrated Solutions for Multi-Hazard Resilient and Sustainable Buildings delves into innovative techniques and technological and digital methods that unlock the creation of the next generation of resilient and environmentally sustainable edifices. This multifaceted and multiskilled collaboration showcases the most recent scientific advancements in several disciplines such as structural engineering, facade engineering, building technology, materials science, and architecture to provide tailored solutions for a diverse range of audiences seeking conceptual frameworks, state-of-the-art coverage, and useful, real-world case studies that facilitate both understanding and applicability.Focusi... on multi-criteria undertakings that encompass technical, environmental, economic, and social factors, the book addresses the challenges of making more effective investment decisions for construction projects while also enabling the quantification of the benefits resulting from the adoption of integrated strategies to reduce overall potential losses in multi-hazard scenarios, including earthquakes, heatwaves, and flooding.

  • Industrial and Municipal Sludge

    Resource Recovery, Circular Economy, and Control of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
    • 2nd Edition
    • Majeti Narasimha Vara Prasad + 1 more
    • English
    Industrial and Municipal Sludge, Second Edition systematically addresses key aspects and pressing issues related to sludge management within the wastewater and sludge treatment industries, with the intent of aligning them more closely with global, sustainable development endeavors. This timely revision highlights technological advancements and current trends in cutting-edge sludge management methods and resource recovery strategies, providing valuable insights into innovative solutions that can also significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support a circular economy. The volume also features a host of case studies from different regions and industry contexts that illustrate adaptability and scalability of sludge management techniques.The updated coverage doesn’t overlook the challenges that the field faces, such as high costs, equipment limitations, regulatory hurdles, health and safety concerns, and public acceptance. Ultimately, the book functions as a platform for multidisciplinary perspectives and best-practice approaches to drive viable change in industrial and municipal operations alike.

  • Sustainable Nanofillers

    Fundamentals, Synthesis, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Shadpour Mallakpour + 1 more
    • English
    Sustainable Nanofillers: Fundamentals, Synthesis, and Applications covers the latest advances in sustainable nanofillers, presenting fundamental concepts, state-of-the-art techniques, enhanced properties and novel applications. The book explains essential theoretical aspects, key concepts and methods for synthesis and fabrication. Sections provide coverage of sustainable nanofillers for a wide range of innovative applications, including in pharmaceuticals, biomedicine, drug delivery, environment, oils, lubricants, and fuels, rubber and tires, catalysis, antibacterial and antifungal coatings, textiles, bioactive materials, food and food packaging, and household goods. Final sections offer information on environmental, legal and health and safety issues, approaches to commercialization and standardization, and future opportunities. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across nanotechnology, polymer science, chemistry, sustainable materials, chemical engineering, and materials science, as well as for scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in sustainable nanofillers for a range of industrial applications.

  • Conventional and Advanced Technologies for the Reuse of Treated Wastewater

    Enhancing Water Sustainability through Action-Oriented Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • Satinder Kaur Brar + 3 more
    • English
    Conventional and Advanced Technologies for the Reuse of Treated Wastewater: Enhancing Water Sustainability through Action-Oriented Technologies explores the pressing issue of purifying wastewater for safe reuse, addressing the environmental and health risks posed by improper disposal, especially in agriculture. This comprehensive guide explores the latest tools and technologies in wastewater treatment, including biological, chemical, and membrane filtration methods. It also covers the composition of domestic and industrial wastewater, regulatory frameworks, and monitoring systems essential for maintaining water quality standards.Edited by experts in the field, this book offers innovative solutions and sustainable practices, and equips students, researchers, and practitioners with the necessary knowledge to implement effective wastewater reuse strategies globally, thus fostering a more sustainable and resilient future.

  • Reshaping Geotechnical Engineering with Machine Learning

    Theory, Applications, and Innovations
    • 1st Edition
    • Divesh Ranjan Kumar + 3 more
    • English
    Reshaping Geotechnical Engineering with Machine Learning: Theory, Applications, and Innovations explores the transformative impact of machine learning (ML) on the field of geotechnical engineering. The book begins by examining the broad applications of ML in key areas such as foundation engineering and slope stability, demonstrating how advanced algorithms can enhance predictive accuracy and decision-making. It emphasizes the importance of robust data acquisition and preprocessing techniques, which are critical for the successful implementation of ML models in geotechnical contexts. The text examines the use of machine learning for predicting soil behavior, a complex challenge in geotechnical engineering, and highlights its role in risk assessment and management.In addition, it also addresses the integration of ML with finite element modeling to improve the analysis of tunnel and underground stability. The applications of machine learning in understanding geotechnical materials further showcase the versatility of these techniques. It also covers experimental investigations, including laboratory and field studies, which provide essential data for model training and validation. Through detailed case studies, the book illustrates practical implementations of machine learning, bridging theory and real-world problem-solving.

  • Manufacturing

    Design, Science and Engineering of How Things are Made
    • 2nd Edition
    • Erik Tempelman + 1 more
    • English
    Manufacturing: Design, Science and Engineering of How Things are Made, Second Edition presents a fresh view on the world of industrial production, in terms of both abstraction levels and trade-offs. The book invites its readers to distinguish between what is possible in principle for a certain process (as determined by physical law); what is possible in practice (the production method as determined by industrial state-of-the-art); and what is possible for a certain supplier (as determined by its production equipment). Specific processes considered include metal forging, extrusion, and casting; plastic injection molding and thermoforming; additive manufacturing; joining; recycling, and more. By tackling the field of manufacturing processes from this new angle, the book makes the most out of a reader's limited time. It gives the knowledge needed to not only create well-producible designs, but also to understand supplier needs in order to find the optimal compromise. Apart from improving design for production, this publication raises the standards of thinking about producibility.

  • The Fauna of Australia’s Tropical Savanna Biome

    Biodiversity, Biogeography, and Conservation
    • 1st Edition
    • Alan Andersen + 1 more
    • English
    The Fauna of Australia's Tropical Savanna Biome: Biodiversity, Biogeography and Conservation considers the full range of vegetation types and freshwater systems that occur within the dominant savanna matrix in Australia's monsoonal tropics. Edited by renowned experts of tropical ecology, it provides descriptions of diversity, taxonomic, functional composition and endemism, and ecological and biogeographical questions of wide interest. Chapters explore how diversity and composition vary among different habitats in a savanna landscape and along the savanna rainfall gradient. The book also considers how distinctive savanna fauna is within Australia and compared with tropical savannas elsewhere in the world. The book considers the unique biogeographic and evolutionary history of this highly diverse and distinctive biome, building on a rich foundation of knowledge accrued over decades of research on many aspects of the region's biodiversity, conservation values, and challenges. This is an indispensable resource for students and researchers studying tropical biodiversity, as well as conservationists and land managers of Australia's tropical savanna biome and those found across the globe.

  • Understanding Faults

    Detecting, Dating, and Modeling
    • 2nd Edition
    • David Tanner + 1 more
    • English
    Understanding Faults: Detecting, Dating, and Modelling reveals the dynamic world of faults and earthquakes. It offers a single resource for analysing faults for a variety of applications, from hazard detection and earthquake processes to geophysical exploration. Chapters explore the intricate processes of fault detection, utilizing various methods to identify and characterize faults in different settings. Numerical modelling techniques are used to simulate fault behaviour and seismic activity, providing insights into fault dynamics and earthquake mechanisms. The book also closely examines faults under laboratory conditions, presenting analogue experiments that study fault growth and behaviour. The dating of fault movement sheds light on the timing of fault activity, providing crucial information for understanding seismic hazards and tectonic processes. Additionally, fault sealing mechanisms and their implications are examined, revealing how faults evolve and interact with their surrounding environment. A unique perspective is offered on faults in the context of the world’s energy transition, by analysing the role of faults in energy-related exploration, such as geothermal energy. By inspecting faults from multiple angles, including geological, geophysical, and energy perspectives, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of fault systems and their significance in various domains.

  • Essential Statistics, Regression, and Econometrics

    • 3rd Edition
    • Gary Smith
    • English
    Essential Statistics, Regression, and Econometrics, Third Edition will helps students in introductory statistics courses develop statistical reasoning and critical thinking skills. The book demonstrates the power, elegance, and beauty of statistical reasoning, providing hundreds of new and updated examples and discussing the uses and potential abuses of statistics. Examples are drawn from real, contemporary areas to showcase that statistical reasoning is not an irrelevant abstraction, but instead an important part of everyday life. This updated resource highlights recent, exciting discoveries and provides a thorough foundation for students, instructors, and researchers alike, all of which are approaching the field from different backgrounds.Innovati... in its extended emphasis on statistical reasoning, real data, pitfalls in statistical analysis, the perils of p-hacking and data mining, and modeling issues, including functional forms and causality, the book includes extensive word problems that emphasize intuition, understanding, and practical applications.

  • Artificial Intelligence and Data Science in Electric Vehicle Technology and Infrastructure

    • 1st Edition
    • V. Subramaniyaswamy + 3 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence and Data Science in Electric Vehicle Technology and Infrastructure offers a comprehensive exploration of how AI and data science are revolutionizing the electric vehicle (EV) industry. It guides readers through the basic concepts of EV technology and explains how machine learning and blockchain optimize battery management, predictive maintenance, and secure fault detection. The book highlights cutting-edge techniques like sensor fusion and computer vision for autonomous driving, alongside real-time analytics and edge computing for low-latency AI applications. It also covers intelligent charging infrastructure, route optimization, and renewable energy integration and shares insights into cybersecurity, business models, and demand forecasting, complemented by practical case studies.This book is a useful resource for researchers, scientists, advanced students, software engineers, data scientists, R&D professionals, and other industrial personnel working at the intersection of computer science, electrical engineering, artificial intelligence, data science, and machine learning with an interest in advancing AI and ML applications in electric vehicle technologies.

  • Ion Irradiation in Emerging Materials and Devices

    From Fundamentals to Advanced Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Vishnu Chauhan + 3 more
    • English
    Ion Irradiation in Emerging Materials and Devices: From Fundamentals to Advanced Applications presents new paradigms in the modification of both existing materials and the discovery of new materials by modifying materials at specific locations at the nanoscale. The book explores the effects of ion irradiation on different materials and devices and describes the resultant modifications in their structural, electrical, morphological, optical, and magnetic properties. It also provides an assessment of device performance and a comprehensive literature review. Thorough examination of ion beam-induced synthesis and characterization of various materials is included, along with reports of recent advances in materials modification through radiation, a promising technique for creating materials better suited for a range of specific applications.Lastly, the book highlights new materials, showcasing promising technologies and enhanced properties. This book will appeal to new and early career researchers as it examines the work done in the field of ion implantation over the past few decades while also proposing potential new areas of research and their applications.

  • Pointgrammetry Principles And Applications

    Lidar 3d Point Cloud Intelligent Processing
    • 1st Edition
    • Yiping Chen
    • English
    Photogrammetry Principles and Applications: LiDAR 3D Point Cloud Intelligent Processing addresses the growing demand for advanced 3D point cloud processing in geospatial and Earth observation fields. With LiDAR technology playing a vital role in autonomous driving, smart cities, and environmental monitoring, this book offers a systematic overview of core algorithms, including 3D reconstruction, DEM generation, and semantic segmentation that use cutting-edge artificial intelligence methods like deep learning and large language models. It combines foundational knowledge with practical case studies from diverse regions such as Toronto, Xiamen, and Nanjing, illustrating how these techniques are applied in real-world scenarios.The book's content spans hardware descriptions, software workflows, and algorithmic insights, making it suitable for both self-study and academic courses. Featuring templates, flow diagrams, step-by-step processes, and tables, it ensures ease of cross-referencing and practical understanding. Thus, it empowers researchers, students, and industry professionals to process complex, massive point cloud data efficiently, leading to more accurate spatial analysis, environmental assessments, and urban planning.

  • Encyclopedia of Tribology and Lubrication

    • 1st Edition
    • Jun Qu + 1 more
    • English
    Encyclopedia of Tribology and Lubrication, Three-Volume Set covers this multidisciplinary field that supports diverse areas of technology in daily life. As there are numerous situations in which rubbing parts must perform reliably over long lifetimes, the book covers materials, lubricants, and surface engineering treatments, along with the numerous choices and challenges that practicing engineers face. This structured resource guides users through proven strategies to reduce erosion friction, abrasion wear, and surface damage while also providing fundamental principles that underlie problems and mitigation.Data and case studies highlight the rationale for selecting materials, lubricants, and operating conditions, along with tactics on how to apply wear and friction measurements. Finally, standard test methods and supporting techniques, like hardness and surface roughness measuring methodology, are discussed in detail.

  • Robotics for Intervention in Healthcare

    From Technology to Clinical Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Françoise J Siepel
    • English
    Robotics for Intervention in Healthcare: From Technology to Clinical Practice bridges the gap between deep-core robotic intervention technology and clinical aspects, including content that is appropriate for physicians and clinicians. The book gives insights on the importance of connectivity in early stages, thoroughly addressing which aspects are important to improve the innovation chain.

  • Renewable Photocatalysts

    Technologies, Applications, Economics, Environmental Analysis, and a Sustainable Future
    • 1st Edition
    • MD Shouquat Hossain + 2 more
    • English
    Renewable Photocatalysts: Technologies, Applications, Economics, Environmental Analysis, and a Sustainable Future offers an innovative and broad approach to photocatalysts, integrating design, materials, methods, applications, economics, and sustainable development. The book begins by introducing solar energy and catalysis, before delving into cutting-edge photocatalyst technologies and applications. The third section focuses on regulations, economics, and commercialization, before the final chapters provide further in-depth coverage of environmental considerations, life cycle, and applications. The lens of sustainable development is applied throughout the book, with a view to developing renewable photocatalysts that support the reduction of CO2 emissions, net zero goals, and sustainable development. This is a valuable resource for researchers, students, faculty, engineers, R&D, scientists, and policy makers, with an interest in solar energy, photocatalysts, and sustainable development.

  • Microfluidics in Chemical Engineering

    Multiphase Flow and Dispersion, Microreaction and Product Engineering
    • 1st Edition
    • Wei Wang + 3 more
    • English
    Microfluidics for Chemical Engineering: Flow and Reaction, Microreaction, and Product Engineering presents the fundamentals of microfluidic flow and dispersion and provides new insights on the use of microfluidics in the field of chemical engineering. The book provides a timely, comprehensive, and detailed overview, demonstrating this state-of-the-art methodology, research advances, and classic instances, and providing insightful, forward-looking perspectives. Content ranges from flow and dispersion in microfluidics, microreaction regulation via the coalesce and transfer of droplets, to product engineering regarding controllable fabrication of microparticles and microfibers with advanced functions.The chapters clearly summarize the design concepts and general strategies involved as well as the involved mechanisms and classic instances. Instructive advice is also featured throughout on rational regulation of multiphase flows and interfaces in microfluidics, thus offering guidance for process intensification of chemical engineering. It is primarily written for advanced graduate/postdoc students and researchers chemical engineering, but with relevance to materials scientists, physical and materials (including polymer) chemists, physicists, biochemists, as well as pharmaceutical and biomedical scientists.

  • Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales

    • 1st Edition
    • Wesley Dáttilo + 1 more
    • English
    Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales provides a valuable exploration of the intricate connections of the web of life, including foundational ecological principles to current macroecological perspectives. The book examines the various dimensions of biotic interactions across spatiotemporal gradients in terrestrial and aquatic environments. Its integrated approach is crucial to understanding the potential responses of ecological networks to unprecedented stressors, including climate change, anthropogenic impacts, and loss of connectivity and functional redundancy. Written by renowned subject matter experts from the global North and South, this book introduces the concept of biotic interactions before delving into the physical factors influencing ecological networks.Central chapters describe the tools, methods, and history of study of biotic interactions. Latter chapters explore such networks across aquatic and terrestrial domains, before concluding chapters discuss disruptive stressors and open science opportunities for future research endeavors. Case studies, boxed elements, and end chapter review questions ensure student mastery of content.

  • Chemical Sensors and Biosensors

    Electronic Design and Practical Implementation
    • 1st Edition
    • Giorgio Pennazza + 2 more
    • English
    Chemical Sensors and Biosensors: Electronic Design and Practical Implementation covers both foundational concepts and practical applications across various scientific disciplines to outline the development of chemical sensors. Section I, Fundamentals, explains sensor working principles, including key elements such as sensitivity, resolution, LOD, selectivity, repeatability, and reproducibility, along with calibration procedures. This section also outlines electronic interfaces needed for optimal sensor performance based on the theoretical knowledge established in the earlier sections. Section II, Practical Implementation, introduces application driven design and conceptual models for sensor development, including troubleshooting and common solutions across various sensors and their myriad applications.The final section discusses the future of sensors and sensing technologies and provides a tutorial to provide step-by-step guidance on understanding various methods and procedures associated with chemical sensor development and design. This is a invaluable resource for post graduate students and researchers both in academia and industry working with any kind of chemical sensor technology. Additionally, this book will be useful for engineers, physicists, chemists, and technical personnel and postgraduate students engaged in precision measurements with advanced instruments.

  • Thermal System Design and Simulation

    • 2nd Edition
    • P.L. Dhar + 1 more
    • English
    Thermal System Design and Simulation, Second Edition covers the fundamental analyses of thermal energy systems that enable users to effectively formulate their own simulation and optimal design procedures. It provides step-by-step guidance on how to mathematically formulate objective functions and design constraints and develop strategies to solve them to obtain optimal solutions with minimal computational effort. It uniquely illustrates the methodology of combining information flow diagrams to simplify system simulation procedures needed in optimal design. Expanded and updated for currency, the book includes case studies and a comprehensive presentation on the dynamics of thermal systems and control systems needed to ensure safe operations.Designed to give readers the hands-on skills needed to develop their own customized software for simulating and designing thermal systems, this book is useful for anyone interested in obtaining advanced knowledge of thermal system analysis and design.

  • Microalgae Biorefinery and Bioresources

    Prospects for Net Zero Emission
    • 1st Edition
    • Pau Loke Show + 3 more
    • English
    Microalgae Biorefinery and Bioresources: Prospects and Opportunity in Net Zero Emission serves as an essential guide to all aspects of microalgae biorefinery research, offering a strong theoretical foundation coupled with practical guidance, case studies, and real-world applications. Sections provide a thorough overview of the latest technological advancements, market trends, and policy landscapes while also exploring the potential of microalgae biorefinery by focusing on value-added production in algae-based energy, economics, and commercial viability across industry and research fields. The book also examines the intersection of microalgae biorefinery with sustainability trends, regulations, and corporate strategies, offering a roadmap for stakeholders pursuing net-zero emissions.Finally, this book extends practical guidance for implementing these solutions, catering to researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers navigating the transition to a sustainable future. It will be a valuable guide for anyone interested in the transformative potential of microalgae, including researchers, graduate and post-graduate students, and industry professionals. This book will also be of value to policymakers and decision-makers focused on sustainable resources, production, and the conversion of waste into high-value products.

  • AI Below the Surface

    Navigating the Deep Ocean with Intelligence
    • 1st Edition
    • Palanichamy Naveen + 2 more
    • English
    AI Below the Surface: Navigating the Deep Ocean with Intelligence provides a comprehensive overview of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is utilized in marine science, marine biology, and oceanography. Through its exploration of advanced AI technologies and their interaction with complex underwater ecosystems, this edited volume offers valuable insights into future applications and trends as well as to ethical considerations and challenges. Comprised of twelve chapters authored by global experts in AI, marine biology, and oceanography, the book caters to students, researchers, and practitioners seeking a deep understanding of AI's impact in these fields.This resource serves as an accessible and indispensable guide, shedding light on the transformative role of AI in marine exploration.

  • Wood-Water Interactions

    • 1st Edition
    • Samuel L. Zelinka + 3 more
    • English
    Wood-Water Interactions examines wood-water interactions in an intuitive approach to such a highly interdisciplinary topic. While wood-moisture interactions dominate nearly every facet of wood technology and wood use, many wood scientists have only a rudimentary understanding of these interactions as previous books on this topic are opaque and esoteric. Authored by experts in the field, the chapters follow a logical structure as well as case studies and vivid illustrations; the reader is motivated to understand updated information about the interaction of moisture with wood, the effect of changes in water status on the properties of wood raw material, and changes in the mechanical properties of wood during drying and humidification.

  • Advanced Waste Valorization for Circular Economy

    Chemical Process Design and Simulation
    • 1st Edition
    • Jingzheng Ren + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Waste Valorization for Circular Economy: Chemical Process Design and Simulation is an essential guide for chemical process design, simulation, optimization, and sustainability assessment within waste volarization. The book covers chemical process design, simulation, optimization, sustainability assessment, decision-making processes, Industry 4.0 technology applications, and circular supply chain design. Additionally, it delves into advanced waste valorization technologies for various waste types, including industrial, municipal, medical, plastic, agricultural, and food waste. Users will find up-to-date resources for industry professionals, researchers, academics, and students to understand circular process design and its real-life implementations.The book includes learning objectives, case studies, step-by-step methodologies and review exercises in each chapter to help students and researchers alike deepen and test their understanding of crucial aspects of sustainable waste valorization. This book is suitable for a very broad audience, including chemical engineering professionals such as professors, researchers, chemical engineers, and industry experts, particularly those engaged in process systems engineering, intelligent manufacturing, intelligent process control, advanced waste management, and renewable energy.

  • Saving Songbirds

    Imperatives of Conservation in a Changing World
    • 1st Edition
    • Stefania Casagrande + 2 more
    • English
    Saving Songbirds: Imperatives of Conservation in a Changing World is a timely work that delves into the complexities of songbird conservation. Central chapters discuss the physiological and behavioral adaptations of songbirds to modern stressors such as climate-driven threats. The book bridges gaps in current knowledge and introduces fresh perspectives on songbird conservation and scientific research, offering actionable advice and strategies for conservationists, policymakers, and scientists and providing a unique resource for university courses, ranging from ecology to environmental policy. Its structured layout and comprehensive scope make it suitable for diverse academic levels, from undergraduate to postgraduate studies.The book concludes with a look to the future of songbird populations and the landscape of management and conservation opportunities to protect these critical species.

  • Sustainable Wastewater Treatment: Bioremediation Strategies

    Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes
    • 1st Edition
    • Rajneesh Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Sustainable Wastewater Treatment: Bioremediation Strategies: Developments in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes explores the behavior of emerging contaminants within our ecosystems, delving into advancements in wastewater microbial treatment processes and presenting innovative solutions for the remediation of sewage, oil, radioactive materials, and various pollutants. By integrating contemporary challenges with issue-based solutions derived from microbial and environmental chemistry, as well as bio-nanotechnology, it equips readers with the knowledge to implement more environmentally-frie... cost-effective, and sustainable treatment methods. Users will gain a thorough understanding of wastewater bioremediation, beginning with foundational concepts and progressing through advanced techniques. Key topics include microbial consortia, bioreactors, biodegradation of organic pollutants, and the treatment of heavy metals and industrial wastewater. Real-world case studies illustrate successful applications of these methods while discussions on future prospects and research directions prepare readers for the evolving landscape of environmental remediation.

  • Thermal Energy Storage

    The Path from Theory to Application
    • 1st Edition
    • Shailendra Kumar Shukla + 4 more
    • English
    Thermal Energy Storage: The Path from Theory to Application offers a comprehensive exploration of the science and practical implementation of thermal energy storage (TES) systems. The book consolidates significant scientific contributions, covering foundational principles such as thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow, with detailed insights into various TES methods, including sensible, latent, thermochemical, and hybrid systems. Sections emphasize the evolution of TES technologies, their advantages, limitations, and innovative approaches to addressing current energy challenges. Then, the book delves into advanced techniques like predictive modeling, numerical methods, experimental strategies, and cutting-edge tools such as 3-D printing and specialized software.Sections also highlight the application of TES across diverse sectors, including building management, power generation, decentralized electrification, food supply chains, and data centers, all supported by practical case studies from around the world. It concludes with a discussion of market dynamics, environmental benefits, and emerging trends shaping the future of thermal energy storage, making it an essential resource for both researchers and practitioners.

  • Vegetable Oils

    • 1st Edition
    • Angelo Basile + 3 more
    • English
    Vegetable Oils examines vegetable oils' intricate chemical composition and unique properties, elucidating their profound impact on wastewater treatment processes. Through rigorous analysis supported by empirical evidence, the book reveals the complicated mechanisms underlying the effectiveness of vegetable oils in removing contaminants and highlights their versatility in various treatment scenarios. In addition, it addresses state-of-the-art developments and explores new methods and innovative strategies that utilize the potential of plant oils to enhance treatment efficacy and sustainability. This book equips researchers with the tools necessary to optimize wastewater treatment systems and address pressing environmental challenges by synthesizing the latest research findings and practical expertise.

  • Sustainable Supply Chain Management

    Computational Approaches and Modelling
    • 1st Edition
    • Syed Mithun Ali + 3 more
    • English
    Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Computational Approaches and Modelling provides a comprehensive understanding of how computational approaches can be leveraged to address the challenges associated with sustainable supply chain management. It offers insights into emerging and advanced modelling techniques to optimize supply chain operations while considering environmental, social, and economic factors. This book will be a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in understanding and implementing sustainable supply chain management practices through computational approaches and modelling. This book helps researchers understand the opportunities, challenges, and solutions by developing innovative computational tools and techniques to integrate sustainability considerations into supply chain decision-making processes.

  • Thermomechanics of Solar Receivers

    Structural Materials, Components, and Systems
    • 1st Edition
    • Amos Madhlopa
    • English
    Thermomechanics of Solar Receivers: Structural Materials, Components, and Systems brings together the latest knowledge in this advanced field, covering theoretical concepts, design methods, and applications, and offering potential routes to improved concentrated solar power (CSP) performance. The book begins by introducing solar receivers, their basic thermodynamics, and the characteristics of structural materials, before in-depth chapters examine key theoretical concepts, including stress and strain in structural materials, thermal buckling of materials and components, elastic structural deflection of components, thermal shock creep, fatigue, and structural failure. The second part of the book focuses on design methods, covering thermomechanical simulation, thermomechanical optimization, and structural design of solar receivers. A final section explores testing, cutting-edge applications, and challenges and opportunities in the advancement of solar receivers. This is a valuable resource for all those with an interest in solar receivers, concentrated solar power, and solar energy, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, scientists, engineers, R&D, and other industry professionals.

  • Latent Heat Storage for Energy-Efficient Buildings and Zero-Carbon Communities

    • 1st Edition
    • Yuekuan Zhou + 3 more
    • English
    Latent Heat Storage for Energy-Efficient Buildings and Zero-Carbon Communities is an up-to-date reference guide on the rapid progress the field is experiencing while keeping up with much-required transformative initiatives to improve global buildings' energy performance. To lay the foundations, the book covers the fundamentals of phase-change materials, including their thermo-physical properties, nanoscale thermal transport mechanisms, encapsulation techniques, and heat transfer enhancement methods. It goes on to explore the integration of latent heat storage solutions in building envelopes or solar photovoltaics and heating/cooling systems, using mathematical models and performance analysis to discuss thermal management aspects for net-zero energy buildings and zero-carbon community concepts. The volume then delves into practical application of the most advanced, artificial intelligence-powered tools for system modeling and simulation, demand-side management control strategies, and metaheuristic optimization approaches. It concludes with an overview of technical challenges and emerging research areas which evidence academic and industry communities’ persistent interest in the future directions of topics interconnected with the sustainable development of the built environment.

  • Bioenergy Production from Municipal Sewage Sludge

    Technological Advancements and Greenhouse Gases Emissions
    • 1st Edition
    • Qilin Wang + 3 more
    • English
    Bioenergy Production from Municipal Sewage Sludge: Technological Advancements and Greenhouse Gases Emissions considers various bioenergy production applications and sewage waste sludge treatments that promote further development of bioenergy, a key player in the industry’s transition to net zero. Specific chapters cover bioenergy production in the sludge anaerobic digestion process, pyrolysis of sludge for bioenergy production, and the potential limitations or challenges of bioenergy production from sludge. The book also carefully considers greenhouse gas emissions and control in sludge treatment processes.Written for undergraduate and graduate students studying environmental science, engineering, or related fields, as well as industrial researchers, practitioners, and wastewater treatment plant operators alike, this is sure to be a welcomed resource.

  • Quantum Communication and Cryptography

    • 1st Edition
    • Walter O. Krawec
    • English
    Quantum Communication and Cryptography introduces readers to the theory of quantum cryptography, with a focus will on quantum key distribution (QKD) and more advanced quantum cryptographic protocols beyond QKD. It contains a brief introduction to the field of modern cryptography that is needed to fully appreciate and understand how quantum cryptographic systems are proven secure, and how they can be safely used in combination with current day classical systems. Readers are then introduced to quantum key distribution (QKD) - perhaps the most celebrated, and currently the most practical, of quantum cryptographic techniques.Basic protocols are described, and security proofs are given, providing readers with the knowledge needed to understand how QKD protocols are proven secure using modern, state- of-the-art definitions of security. Following this, more advanced QKD protocols are discussed, along with alternative quantum and classical methods to improve QKD performance. Finally, alternative quantum cryptographic protocols are covered, along with a discussion on some of the practical considerations of quantum secure communication technology. Throughout, protocols are described in a clear and consistent manner that still provides comprehensive, theoretical proofs and methods.

  • Applications of Fluoropolymers in Medical Devices

    • 1st Edition
    • Sina Ebnesajjad
    • English
    Fluorinated polymers have exceptional properties such as chemical resistance, neutral surfaces, modest mechanical properties, low coefficient of friction, resistance to flex fatigue and excellent performance at extreme high and low temperatures. Owing to these properties, fluoropolymers have been widely used in biomedical applications. Applications of Fluoropolymers in Medical Devices provides practical and comprehensive information on the structure, characteristics, properties, and processing methods of fluoropolymers commonly used for biomedical applications, along with a thorough description of several different medical devices containing fluoropolymers. The first part of this book describes material biocompatibility and fluoropolymers used in medical devices. Fluoropolymer types, properties and processing of parts, shapes, coatings and PTFE, such as microporous membrane and ePTFE, are discussed. The second part describes important devices containing fluoropolymers, and include a detailed overview of the design, fabrication methods, applications, and competitive materials of these devices. This book is the most authoritative reference to the subject available, and a valuable reference to scientists and engineers working in the medical device and technology areas.

  • Plate Heat Exchanger Enhancement Techniques

    In Support of the Energy Transition and a Circular Economy
    • 1st Edition
    • Suresh Sundaramurthy + 1 more
    • English
    Plate Heat Exchanger Enhancement Techniques: in Support of the Energy Transition and a Circular Economy provides fundamental knowledge on the applications of the plate heat exchanger (PHE) and how it can be optimized to make energy conversion more efficient. In addition, it introduces relevant studies that explain the heat transfer mechanism of the PHE, its design, and how developing more compact and evolved heat exchangers contributes to a sustainable, cleaner, and more energy-efficient future. Researchers, scientists, engineers, professionals, and students working in nanotechnology, materials science, and sustainability will find this volume valuable to their work.

  • Plastic Circularity

    Data Development, Flow Analysis, and Value Chain Coordination
    • 1st Edition
    • Paul T. Mativenga + 2 more
    • English
    Plastic Circularity: Data Development, Flow Analysis, and Value Chain Coordination presents a comprehensive framework for tackling the challenge of plastic waste through a circular economy approach. The book explores innovative methodologies for modeling plastic material flows, evaluating sustainability metrics and enhancing stakeholder participation across the value chain. This essential resource covers critical topics such as lifecycle impact assessments, data building, and stakeholder dynamics, providing actionable insights for transitioning to tighter circularity loops.By offering practical tools and case studies, the comprehensive resource empowers decision-makers to enhance recycling systems and promote sustainable practices, contributing to a more environmentally responsible plastic economy.

  • Advances in Carbohydrate Chemistry and Biochemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 89
    • English
    Advances in Carbohydrate Chemistry and Biochemistry, Volume 89 in this series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors.

  • High-Performance Computing

    Applications and Frontiers
    • 1st Edition
    • Oscar Diez
    • English
    High-Performance Computing: Applications and Frontiers serves as an essential, up-to-date guide for those seeking to master the rapidly evolving field of HPC. Building on foundational concepts, this volume delves into specialized tools and emerging technologies shaping modern research and industry, such as parallel and distributed systems, GPU programming, quantum computing, and cloud-based solutions. Designed for advanced students, researchers, and professionals, it prepares readers to tackle real-world challenges by combining theoretical insights with practical expertise, offering a clear roadmap for navigating both established and cutting-edge HPC landscapes.The book further distinguishes itself by exploring domain-specific applications, machine learning, and the future trajectory of high-performance computing. Key topics include containerization, AI-powered HPC, hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, as well as recent advancements in GPU and quantum technologies. With its blend of theory and hands-on examples, this book is a versatile reference that meets the growing demand for a comprehensive resource in today's data-driven world.

  • Technological Applications of Ionic Liquids

    • 1st Edition
    • Maliha Uroos + 2 more
    • English
    Technological Applications of Ionic Liquids serves as a comprehensive guide to the applications of ionic liquids (ILs) as green alternatives to hazardous chemicals in various industrial processes. The book details the unique physical and chemical properties of ionic liquids and why this makes them invaluable in many crucial chemical processes and techniques such as organic synthesis, biomass processing, nanotechnology, pharmaceuticals, energy storage, and separation technologies. Each chapter delves into specific applications, detailing synthesis methods, environmental benefits, and challenges, thereby serving as a valuable guide for both academic and industrial researchers. In addition, the book also addresses the toxicity and sustainability of ILs, paving the way for their safe integration into future sustainable chemical practices and technologies.

  • Recent Advances in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Thermochemical and Biochemical Bioprocess

    • 1st Edition
    • Mukesh Kumar Awasthi + 2 more
    • English
    Recent Advances in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Thermochemical and Biochemical Bioprocess delves into the transformative role of AI and ML in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of bioprocess operations. The book covers everything from predictive modeling and bioreactor design to the integration of IoT in Bioprocess 4.0 while also synthesizing the latest scientific advancements and practical applications in the field of thermochemical and biochemical bioprocesses. It explores a wide array of topics, including deep learning applications in gasification, the role of artificial neural networks in process control, and the use of genetic algorithms in thermochemical processing.Each chapter offers invaluable insights into current methodologies and future perspectives, providing a solid foundation for applying AI and ML techniques to tackle pressing challenges in clean fuel production, waste management, and climate change mitigation.

  • Integrated Driving Technology for Electric Vehicles

    • 1st Edition
    • Jinyue Tian
    • English
    Integrated Driving Technology for Electric Vehicles reviews and provides analysis of the integrated power transmission technology of electric vehicles. Based on the external characteristics of the motor, the parameters and performance design requirements of the vehicle, the driving form of the motor integrated transmission is selected, and the power, torque, speed of the driving motor and the gear number and speed ratio of the transmission are matched and calculated.The content of this book includes parameter matching between the drive motor and transmission, motor selection and design, transmission design, powertrain coupling control method, braking method for powertrain gear integration control shifting schedule, requirements and optimization techniques for shifting process, etc. The book argues that on the basis of ensuring the power performance requirements of automobiles, the energy utilization efficiency of electric vehicles can be improved through preliminary parameter matching of motors, transmission systems, and power batteries. Integrated control of electric vehicle power transmission system refers to the application of electronic technology, with electronic control unit (ECU) as the core, to achieve automatic operation of vehicle starting and shifting by controlling the actuator and controlling the power transmission system through electronic devices. The book shows readers to understand the basic working principles of integrated transmission control of electric vehicles, together with the basic theories and methods of integrated transmission control of electric vehicles. The concepts of "power system" and "power transmission system" appear in this book, and their connotations need to be explained here. The so-called "powertrain" includes three assemblies: drive motor, controller, and power converter. The 'power transmission system' consists of components such as the drive motor, gearbox, and differential.The book introduces two concepts: the "integrated" drive system for electric vehicles and the "integrated" drive system for electric vehicles. The so-called "integrated" drive system for electric vehicles refers to the integrated electric drive system (IEDS), which assembles the electric motor, gear transmission device, and drive axle together to reduce redundant components in traditional automotive power transmission systems, forming an integrated drive component that completes the power transmission system of electric vehicles for starting, driving, and braking. The highly "integrated" electric vehicle power system constitutes a highly integrated electric drive system (HIEDS), which integrates the controller, power converter, and cooling device of the motor drive system into the integrated power transmission system. By using the reasonable matching technology between the drive motor and the transmission system, the optimal control of the electric vehicle is achieved, making the function of the drive transmission system more excellent and the structure more compact.

  • Resource Recovery from Biomedical and Hazardous Industrial Waste

    Challenges and Opportunities
    • 1st Edition
    • Atun Roy Choudhury + 4 more
    • English
    Resource Recovery from Biomedical and Hazardous Industrial Waste: Challenges and Opportunities examines the complexities involved in managing biomedical and hazardous industrial waste, focusing on innovative resource recovery techniques. This book addresses the challenges of global waste management systems and presents practical solutions, covering waste classification, collection, treatment technologies, and environmental impacts. It also emphasizes emerging methodologies such as waste-to-energy, recycling, and the valorization of hazardous materials into valuable resources, promoting sustainable practices.With a thorough analysis of emerging trends, including the impact of COVID-19 on waste management and a strong emphasis on innovative, sustainable practices, this book provides valuable insights for advancing waste recovery solutions.

  • Mechanics, Additive Manufacturing, and Applications of High-Entropy Alloys

    • 1st Edition
    • Muhammad Abubaker Khan + 4 more
    • English
    Mechanics, Additive Manufacturing, and Applications of High-Entropy Alloys provides key insight into the mechanics, additive manufacturing, and application of high entropy alloys (HEAs). The book starts with chapters covering the dynamic mechanical and impact properties of these materials, theoretical models for strengthening HEAs and understanding various modes of failure, their low- and high-velocity impact behaviors, the design of lightweight HEAs, and much more. The book also features chapters outlining additive manufacturing techniques of HEAs, the effect of microstructures on their mechanical properties, and deformation mechanisms. The book concludes with chapters discussing the applications of HEAs, such as in lattice structures, high-energy absorption, nuclear energy, aerospace materials, as well as their recycling and sustainability.

  • Territorial Economics

    Theory and Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Luca Salvati + 1 more
    • English
    Territorial Economics: Theory and Practice is a groundbreaking textbook on territorial economics gives a valuable overview of economic dynamics, urbanization, and regional development. Representing a significant contribution to discipline, this book focuses on territorial economics, distinct from traditional regional economics frameworks. By examining space, regions, and cities as essential components of an ‘economics of places', the book explores the connections between applied economics and regional science. It covers the complexities of globalization and regionalization and emphasizes the increasing importance of territorial economics from both positive and normative viewpoints.Initial chapters cover territorial economics, exploring the concept of 'territory' in economic development and analyzing regional economic systems' role in spatial planning. Subsequent chapters cover agricultural spaces, environmental sustainability, regional disparities, and land-use challenges. The book concludes with a focus on data sources, variables, and indicators essential for applied economics. Integrating urban studies, demographic dynamics, and environmental assessment, it provides a holistic view of economic dynamics and spatial planning that is a vital resource for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students studying economic geography, urban studies, and related fields.

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