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  • Integer Optimization and its Computation in Emergency Management

    • 1st Edition
    • Zhengtian Wu
    • English
    Studies on integer optimization in emergency management have attracted engineers and scientists from various disciplines such as management, mathematics, computer science, and other fields. Although there are a large number of literature reports on integer planning and emergency events, few books systematically explain the combination of the two. Researchers need a clear and thorough presentation of the theory and application of integer programming methods for emergency management. Integer Optimization and its Computation in Emergency Management investigates the computation theory of integer optimization, developing integer programming methods for emergency management and explores related practical applications. Pursuing a holistic approach, this book establishes a fundamental framework for this topic, intended for graduate students who are interested in operations research and optimization, researchers investigating emergency management, and algorithm design engineers working on integer programming or other optimization applications.

  • Power Transformer Online Monitoring Using Electromagnetic Waves

    • 1st Edition
    • Gevork B. Gharehpetian + 1 more
    • English
    Power Transformer Online Monitoring using Electromagnetic Waves explores how to use electromagnetic wave technology and remote monitoring systems to predict and localize costly mechanical defects and partial discharge challenges in high voltage transformer windings. This innovative approach brings several potential benefits compared with conventional techniques such as frequency response analysis, including impermeability to ambient noise, and online implementation capability. This book reviews both fundamental and state-of-the-art information about all key aspects of condition monitoring using electromagnetic waves. It addresses the simulation of power transformers in CST environment while also explaining the theoretical background of boundary conditions used. Chapters review how to achieve practical online implementation, reliable diagnosis, asset management and remnant life estimation. Partial discharge detection is also discussed.　　

  • Marine Phenolic Compounds

    Science and Engineering
    • 1st Edition
    • Jose Ricardo Perez Correa + 2 more
    • English
    Marine Phenolic Compounds: Science and Engineering is a comprehensive resource on these secondary metabolites. Phenolic compounds are secondary metabolites with increasing scientific, commercial and general population interest for their wide distribution, variety and potential applications Less studied than terrestrial sources, marine organisms contain highly interesting phenolic compounds due to their exclusive structures. In addition, the distinctive features of the marine solid matrix, requires novel process technology approaches. The high productivity of marine biomass makes it a renewable source of valuable components with potential for commercial applications.

  • Advances in Healthcare and Protective Textiles

    • 1st Edition
    • Shahid Ul Islam + 2 more
    • English
    Advances in Healthcare and Protective Textiles addresses technologies that have had a major impact in industry for decades, but which are currently attracting unprecedented attention due to their applications in the fight against the Coronavirus epidemic. Recent advances in textile technology have opened new possibilities for textile researchers and scientists in antiviral textiles, flame-retardant textiles, antimicrobial textiles, insect repellent textiles, breathable medical textiles, aroma-protective textiles, high tech-textiles, smart textiles, nano textiles, and more. This book provides systematic and comprehensive coverage of cutting-edge research and developments on material design, methodologies, characterizations, processes, properties and applications of medical healthcare and protective textiles. In addition, sections pay special attention to advanced fabrication methodologies and materials used in apparel engineering.

  • Iodine-Assisted Synthesis of Six- and Seven-Membered Heterocycles

    • 1st Edition
    • Navjeet Kaur
    • English
    Iodine-Assisted Synthesis of Six- and Seven-Membered Heterocycles covers both existing and the latest methods for the synthesis of various six- and seven-membered heterocycles using iodine. Covering an important and rapidly growing branch of heterocyclic chemistry, this book allows users easy access to the synthetic protocols for the synthesis of heterocycles, acting as a guide for how to make these important compounds employed as agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and veterinary products, using particular reagents. This book will be of interest to students, pharmacologists, biochemists, and organic and medicinal chemists.

  • Handbook of Plasticizers

    • 4th Edition
    • George Wypych
    • English
    Handbook of Plasticizers, Fourth Edition provides a comprehensive review of the current literature as well as cutting-edge details on plasticizers obtained from renewable resources. The book specifies the typical properties of plasticizers belonging to one of thirty-one groups, including expected properties in a given group. The mechanisms of plasticizers, plasticization production steps, and their material behavior in plasticized systems are outlined, along with theoretical background to help readers understand practical observations and methods of material improvement. Other chapters cover the effects on the physical and mechanical properties of plasticized materials, their use in polymers, processing defects formation, and more. This is an essential professional reference, providing R&D scientists, production chemists, and engineers the information they need to avoid certain plasticizers in applications where they may cause health or material durability problems. In addition, the book shows readers how and where to use plasticizers more effectively.

  • Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials

    • 3rd Edition
    • George Wypych
    • English
    Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, Third Edition analyzes the reasons behind unwanted odor formation and outlines methods for prevention. This new edition contains a thorough review of the most recent data, achievements and information in this less known but very significant field of polymer modification. The book covers the fundamentals of odor formation and its transport within a material, the relationship between odor and toxicity, and various methods of odor removal and unwanted odor formation. Three chapters are devoted to the analysis of odor-related matters in different polymers, products and methods of processing. Dozens of polymers and product groups are analyzed, and the book also discusses regulations related to odor in products, effects of odor on health and safety, the effect of odors from plastic materials on indoor air quality, information on testing of odor changes, as well as a selection of raw materials for fog-free products.

  • Functional Fillers

    Chemical Composition, Morphology, Performance, Applications
    • 2nd Edition
    • George Wypych
    • English
    Functional Fillers: Chemical Composition, Morphology, Performance, Applications, Second Edition covers the structure, physical properties, electrical and magnetic properties, and applications of fillers. The book includes two sections, with the first part covering classic fillers, analyzing the current modifications in relation to composition and morphology, and enabling enhancements in properties and applications. The second part presents the new generation of fillers, which provide designers with exceptional properties not previously available. Applications discussed include lubricants, anti-corrosion, antimicrobial, and more. Renewable fillers and recycling of fillers are covered as well.

  • Handbook of Adhesion Promoters

    • 2nd Edition
    • George Wypych
    • English
    Handbook of Adhesion Promoters, Second Edition outlines known mechanisms, principles of use, and the applications of different groups of adhesion promoters, along with a discussion of the mechanisms that cause adhesion loss, such as corrosion, delamination, detachment, liquid penetration and peeling. Surface condition and treatment are also discussed, including different methods (cleaning, mechanical, plasma, microwave, flame, corona discharge, laser, UV, and chemical modification) for practical applications. Formulation of typical primers used in the application of adhesives, sealants, coatings, coil coatings, cosmetics, metal, optical devices, polymers and plastics are covered, with over 50 primer formulations provided. In addition, a full chapter is dedicated to the subject of polymer modification for improved adhesion, a method frequently used instead of the addition of adhesion promoters. The book's final chapters contain information on available evaluation and selection of adhesion promoters that work with different polymers (29), products (28), and those that help to prevent corrosion.

  • Sulfur

    History, Technology, Applications and Industry
    • 3rd Edition
    • Gerald Kutney
    • English
    Sulfur: History, Technology, Applications and Industry, Third Edition focuses on methods of production and their applications during various stages of industrial and technological use. Commercial sulfuric acid production from the early 16th century until today is reviewed, spanning the Ancient and Renaissance periods, the Industrial Age (to which sulfur was vitally important), and the Sulfur War of 1840. The book introduces "the Sulfur Age" and the processes of this period- such as the Nordhausen, Bell, and Leblanc methods- then goes onto review native sulfur production in Sicily, once a major supplier to the world. The "Frasch method" is also covered in detail. Moving to present day, the book presents "recovered" sulfur derived from sour gas and oil which constitutes 90% of today’s elemental sulfur supply, and looks to Canada, a powerhouse supplier of recovered sulfur. An entire chapter is devoted to modern-day sulfur entrepreneurs, with a profile of various investors (from the reluctant to the private and institutional). Finally, the book forecasts the sulfur industry’s future and potential supply sources, such as worldwide oil sands.

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