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  • Embedded Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things for Photovoltaic Systems

    From Monitoring to Maintenance and Security
    • 1st Edition
    • Adel Mellit
    • English
    Embedded Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things for Photovoltaic Systems: From Monitoring to Maintenance and Security is a new handbook that explores the concepts of embedded AI (EAI), Internet of Things (IoT), and related techniques, and their role in addressing key problems in PV whilst enabling the transition from laboratory-scale developments to real-world applications. The book offers thorough, detailed coverage of methods and modern, end-to-end solutions to applying EAI techniques in PV systems, including in supervision, fault detection and diagnosis, smart monitoring systems, and predictive maintenance and security, guiding readers from AI model development to deployment. The first four chapters introduce and define key concepts, including photovoltaics, embedded artificial intelligence, edge devices and platforms, and Internet of Things, before an in-depth chapter describes databases and datasets, an essential component in the development of AI and EAI. The final five chapters focus on applications, by outlining key problems and giving case studies that address real-world issues in PV plants. This is a valuable resource to all those with an interest in photovoltaics and AI, particularly those who are looking to effectively apply embedded AI techniques in PV systems, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, engineers, project managers, technicians, R&D, and other industry professionals.

  • Metallurgy and Design of Alloys with Hierarchical Microstructures

    • 2nd Edition
    • Krishnan K. Sankaran + 2 more
    • English
    Metallurgy and Design of Alloys with Hierarchical Microstructures, Second Edition provides an in-depth exploration of the intricate connections between processing, microstructure, and material properties. Focusing on metallic materials, particularly those used in aircraft structures, the book lays the groundwork for understanding how hierarchical microstructures influence performance. It bridges the gap between computational materials science, physical metallurgy, and alloy design. By balancing multiple engineering properties such as strength, durability, and corrosion resistance, this resource equips readers with the tools to optimize materials for critical structural applications.The book stands out by offering new coverage of fundamental metallurgy concepts, worked examples, and applications. It introduces the latest developments in the field and integrates structure-property relationships in a manner not previously achieved. With a focus on solving practical problems through calculations and microstructural design, it empowers engineers and scientists to address real-world challenges. Additionally, its emphasis on multi-component materials broadens its applicability across material systems, ensuring relevance beyond aerospace applications.

  • Cyclodextrin Glucanotransferase

    A Comprehensive Guide from Gene to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Kiransinh Rajput
    • English
    Cyclodextrin Glucanotransferase: A Comprehensive Guide from Gene to Applications explores the essential role of cyclodextrin glucanotransferase (CGTase) in starch degradation and its diverse industrial applications. This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and industry professionals, offering comprehensive insights from the genetic basis of CGTase to its practical applications. The book covers the production of CGTase by different bacterial genera, including Bacillus spp., and their purification strategies. It delves into the structural and functional characteristics of CGTase, highlighting its catalytic mechanisms, substrate specificity, and factors affecting enzyme activity and stability. Additionally, the book explores recombinant CGTases, their properties, and advancements in protein engineering and enzyme immobilization. With a strong focus on practical applications, the book discusses the remarkable properties of cyclodextrins, such as inclusion complex formation, and their wide range of uses in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, bioremediation, and food. Detailed case studies and real-world examples illustrate how CGTase and cyclodextrins can address specific challenges and drive innovation in these fields.This book is an essential resource for applied science researchers working in the field of starch processing enzymes, providing them with the knowledge to advance their research and development. It also serves as a valuable reference for researchers in the starch processing industries, offering insights into the latest advancements and practical applications of CGTase and cyclodextrins.

  • Glulam Materials and Structures

    Durability and Sustainability in Construction
    • 1st Edition
    • Shan Gao + 2 more
    • English
    Glulam Materials and Structures: Durability and Sustainability in Construction offers a specialized exploration of the latest innovations relating to this environmentally-frie... technology, emphasizing its durability, performance, and expanding use in construction. The book analyzes the materials' response to extreme environments, focusing on critical factors like high-temperature exposure, freeze-thaw cycles, and corrosive atmospheres, providing new perspectives into how glulam performs under these challenging conditions. Sections also cover cutting-edge advances in glulam beam designs, prestressed joints, and glulam—steel composite members, diving into their mechanical properties and environmental impact.The integration of sophisticated testing methods and equipment, simulation techniques, and performance prediction theories adds significant value to discussions, making this volume an indispensable resource for readers looking to optimize engineered wood products’ potential in both new and existing structures. Drawing from the authors’ extensive research, this work also delivers detailed case studies that demonstrate how glulam has been applied in real-world projects.

  • Circular Economy Solutions for Engineered Construction Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Chamila Gunasekara + 3 more
    • English
    Circular Economy Solutions for Engineered Construction Materials presents a collection of cutting-edge research and practical solutions from the leading industry experts and researchers. The book provides readers with actionable insights into transforming reclaimed waste into valuable construction materials, pioneering post-carbon innovations, and integrating social and policy dimensions into waste minimization strategies. Sections highlight multidisciplinary approaches, such as carbon fixation, computer-aided design technologies and smart waste tracking systems, offering readers practical pathways towards circular economy practices

  • Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models

    Current Approaches, Challenges, and Future Directions
    • 1st Edition
    • Sanju Tiwari + 3 more
    • English
    Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models: Current Approaches, Challenges, and Future Directions explores the cutting-edge fusion of two powerful artificial intelligence technologies: Large Language Models (LLMs) and Knowledge Graphs (KGs). The book is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of this emerging field. Chapters introduce the synergy between LLMs and KGs, delve into the capabilities and challenges of LLMs, focus on the structure, function, and significance of KGs, present a conceptual framework for bridging LLMs and KGs, discuss techniques for their integration, explore how LLMs can enhance KGs and vice versa, and showcase applications of LLM-KG synergy across various domains.Final sections addresses ethical, social, and technical challenges and future innovations. The book concludes by summarizing key insights and advancements in intelligent systems. This is an essential resource for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in computer science. It offers valuable insights for adopting LLMs, KGs, and their advanced applications in research and product development. By bridging the gap between these technologies, this book equips readers with the knowledge to drive innovation and enhance the capabilities of intelligent systems.

  • Explainable AI for Transparent and Trustworthy Medical Decision Support

    • 1st Edition
    • Abhishek Kumar + 4 more
    • English
    Explainable AI for Transparent and Trustworthy Medical Decision Support equips readers with a comprehensive and timely resource that presents the principles, methodologies, and real-world applications of explainable AI (XAI) within the medical context. Covering a wide range of use cases—from radiology and pathology to genomics and clinical decision support systems—the book provides in-depth discussions on how XAI techniques can enhance interpretability, improve clinician trust, meet regulatory requirements, and ultimately lead to better patient outcomes. The book demystifies the workings of machine learning models and highlights techniques that make them interpretable.It is designed to empower not only AI researchers and developers but also healthcare administrators and policymakers with the knowledge needed to evaluate, adopt, and trust AI solutions in critical medical applications. The book's authors bring together theory, implementation strategies, ethical implications, and case studies under one cover, offering a multidisciplinary perspective that aligns computer science with medical practice and healthcare policy.

  • Modelling, Estimation and AI Applications for Lithium-Ion Battery Management Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Shunli Wang + 5 more
    • English
    Modelling, Estimation and AI Applications for Lithium-Ion Battery Management Systems is a comprehensive guide to the latest advancements in integrating artificial intelligence with lithium-ion battery technology. The book offers an in-depth exploration of fundamental principles, advanced modeling techniques, and state estimation strategies that are vital for enhancing battery performance, safety, and longevity. The book presents systematic coverage of battery operation, performance testing methods, and application scenarios, providing a solid foundation for understanding current challenges and innovations. Sections delve into core AI algorithms, including machine learning, deep learning, and hybrid approaches, illustrating how they revolutionize battery modeling and health monitoring.Key topics include hybrid modeling methods that combine equivalent circuit models, electrochemical theories, and AI techniques; precise estimation of State of Charge (SOC), State of Health (SOH), and State of Power (SOP); and strategies for joint state estimation to facilitate comprehensive battery management. Practical insights are reinforced with detailed discussions on experimental platform design, validation procedures, and data visualization techniques, bridging theory and real-world engineering.

  • Advanced Industrial Carbon Technology

    • 1st Edition
    • O. P. Bahl + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Industrial Carbon Technology offers a comprehensive overview of modern carbon materials and manufacturing technologies that are highly relevant to industry in the 21st century. The book covers detailed preparation methods for various carbon materials, including graphite electrodes, isotropic graphite, non-graphitizable carbon, carbon nanomaterials, and notably, carbon fibers and their composites. It also offers specifications, comparisons, and applications of commercially available carbon materials from leading producers. Emphasis is placed on raw materials, synthesis processes, and necessary modifications to achieve superior quality carbon products.Drawing on extensive academic and industrial experience, the authors share their practical insights, solutions, and contributions to both research-oriented and industrial carbon technologies, providing readers with real-world applications and examples that highlight key concepts in effective technology transfer from academia to industry.

  • Graphene and 2D Materials in Heat Transfer

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Khalid + 3 more
    • English
    Heat transfer is a major engineering challenge that has implications in several areas including space, energy, transportation, manufacturing, and medicine. Graphene and other 2D materials have outstanding thermo-physical properties. As a result, these materials are being exploited in various applications. Although several reports have been published on fundamental heat transfer aspects of such materials, the topic remains challenging to understand for many who are new to it.Graphene and 2D Materials in Heat Transfer: Fundamentals and Applications aims to provide readers with the most recent information on the synthesis and applications of graphene in heat transfer. Furthermore, mechanical and thermal properties of 2D materials, solid-liquid interface phonon transfer at the molecular level, methods and observations of transport phenomena in nano-micro domains will be addressed. The book also offers detailed coverage of the emerging applications of 2D nanofluids and nanolubricants as alternatives to conventional heat transfer fluids The book explores applications in microchannel heat sinks, micro heat exchangers, and micro heat pipes, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations for heat transport problems related to 2D materials and applications. In addition, convective heat transfer approaches for 2D materials and nanocomposites are also addressed.This is an important reference source for materials scientists and engineers who want to learn more about how graphene and other classes of 2D materials are being used as heat transfer agents.

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