Books in Physical sciences and engineering

Progress in Hydrogen Production via Sonolysis Processes

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Slimane Merouani + 2 more
English
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Progress in Hydrogen Production via Sonolysis Processes highlights recent developments in numerical and experimental hydrogen production by ultrasound (sonolysis). The book serves as a comprehensive and quick reference with a high-level historical review of the technology, detailed technical descriptions, and the latest experimental and numerical achievements. It reviews hydrogen production technologies, sonolysis, and ultrasound-assisted processes and examines numerical acoustic cavitation (bubble sonochemistry) for hydrogen sono-production. Other sections cover cutting-edge computational research and its benefits for understanding multiple issues related to the use of ultrasound as an innovative clean technology for hydrogen production.Issues covered range from the mechanism of sonochemical production, the factors and phenomena that influence it, intensification techniques, and the active bubble population (number and size) in sonicated water.

Ferroelectricity in Doped Hafnium Oxide

2nd Edition
August 1, 2025
Uwe Schroeder + 2 more
English
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Ferroelectricity in Doped Hafnium Oxide: Materials, Properties and Devices, Second Edition covers all aspects relating to the structural and electrical properties of HfO2 and its implementation into semiconductor devices. Fundamentals of ferroelectric and piezoelectric properties, HfO2 processes, and the impact of dopants on ferroelectric properties are extensively discussed, along with phase transition, switching kinetics, epitaxial growth, thickness scaling, and more. Additional chapters consider the modeling of ferroelectric phase transformation, structural characterization, and the differences and similarities between HfO2 and standard ferroelectric materials. Finally, HfO2-based devices are summarized.The new edition extends the first edition in the following areas: Detailed discussion of the causes and dependencies for ferroelectric properties; Broader coverage of all known deposition techniques; Comparison of ferroelectric with antiferroelectric, piezoelectric, and pyroelectric properties; More aspects on switching and field cycling behavior; Wider overview of simulation results; Further applications of new HfO2-based materials for energy storage, and pyroelectric, piezoelectric, and neuromorphic applications.

Biogas in the Circular Economy

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Hassan El Bari + 1 more
English
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Biogas in the Circular Economy: Technology, Production and Applications explains biogas technology in the context of a circular economy, allowing for zero waste by valorizing digestate (residue) in a sustainable way. The book begins by discussing anaerobic digestion for biomethane production, including feedstocks, pre-treatments, innovative technologies, and the use of artificial intelligence in anaerobic digestion. Subsequent chapters present the latest technologies in biogas separation, purification, in-situ upgrading, and valorization of digestates in a circular economy context, namely as biofertilizers and energy recovery by thermochemical conversions. Carbon neutrality and challenges in biogas are discussed with the support of case studies.This new volume in the Woodhead Series in Bioenergy enables the reader to understand how biogas technology can be utilized to reach circular economy objectives. It will be valuable to all those with an interest in biogas technology, bioenergy, and bioeconomy, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, engineers, scientists, R&D, industry practitioners, and policymakers.

Polyurethane Nanocomposites

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Kalim Deshmukh + 1 more
English
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Polyurethane Nanocomposites: Design Formulations, Preparation, Characterization and Applications presents recent progress in this important area of research. The book covers the synthesis, processing, characterization, properties, and applications of these materials, along with their microstructural, mechanical, thermal, optical, electrical, dielectric, acoustic, morphological, rheological, and viscoelastic properties. In addition, nanofiller dispersion, polymer-nanofiller interaction, biodegradability, lifecycle assessment, environmental and health impacts, and disposal and recycling are covered in detail.This book is an outstanding reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, engineers, and anyone involved in the field of polyurethane nanocomposites utilized in a broad range of different applications.

Healthcare Applications of Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Boris Galitsky
English
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Healthcare Applications of Neuro-Symbolic Artificial Intelligence provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of neuro-symbolic (NS) artificial intelligence (AI), presenting the most recent advances in deep learning and integration of NS systems and large language models (LLMs). This book evaluates traditional approaches, current approaches, as well as the author’s own approach to NS, to create hybrid architectures and reasoning techniques to overcome the limitations of most existing AI systems such as deep learning, neural networks, and symbolic AI.This book will be a welcome resource for researchers and graduate students in AI, natural language processing, and biomedical informatics, as well as professionals in software development looking to redesign current systems to leverage LLMs through the health application of NS architecture.

Development of Electric Vehicles in Smart Grid Concepts

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Supriya Jaiswal + 2 more
English
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Development of Electric Vehicles in Smart Grid Concepts presents a guide to the design, development, and deployment of electric vehicles in smart grids. The book examines the current technological progression of power electronic converters for smart grid operation and EV technology as well as providing the international standards, policies, and market needs to ensure readers understand the nuanced requirements of the grid. The book begins by introducing EVs, encompassing their historical evolution, current status, and potential advancements. It delves into the architecture, components, working modes, and technological challenges within EVs.There is a dedicated chapter on international standards, governmental policies, and codes for implementation, followed by the integration of EVs into smart grids, discussing infrastructure requirements, impacts, and integration modes (V2G, G2V, V2B, and V2H). Technical aspects, modeling, and optimization methods for EV scheduling are explored alongside battery modeling, degradation, charging standards, SOC estimation, and battery management systems. Additionally, the book examines EV interaction with smart grids, renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, global market surveys, and future trends.

Eukaryotic Microorganisms as Sources of Bioproducts

2nd Edition
August 1, 2025
Cristina Gonzalez-Fernandez + 1 more
English
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Eukaryotic Microorganisms as Sources of Bioproducts: From Microalgae and Yeast Cultivation to End-Products, Second Edition examines the cultivation and utilization of microalgae biomass for sustainable fuels and chemicals, bringing together the expertise of authors from different areas and backgrounds. In addition to extensive updates to the first edition, this new edition includes new chapters on yeast, addressing the many challenges with developing novel yeast technology cell factories and bioprocesses. With a strong focus in emerging industrial and large-scale applications, the book summarizes the new achievements in recent years.It includes information on microalgae and yeast cultivation, harvesting, and conversion processes for the production of liquid and gaseous biofuels, such as biogas, bioethanol, biodiesel and biohydrogen. Microalgae biorefinery and biotechnology applications, including in pharmaceuticals, as food and feed, and value added bioproducts are also covered. The comprehensive scope makes it an ideal textbook for graduate and post-graduate courses in algal/yeast biotechnology, while its invaluable insights and guidance on the design of photobioreactors for microalgae mass cultivation and optimization of process strategies for yeast bioproduction will serve as a reference manual professionals and engineers.

Nanomaterials and Nanomachines for Drug Delivery

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Md Enamul Hoque + 3 more
English

Nanomaterials and Nanomachines for Drug Delivery: Underpinning Science and Technology offers a detailed review of the benefits and challenges of nanomachines for drug delivery applications. Nanomachines are molecular machines that are capable of producing quasi-mechanical motion in response to provided stimuli; they are highly beneficial in drug delivery due to their precise targeting and enhanced efficacy. This book provides an introduction to nanotechnology and nanomedicine, with a detailed look at drug delivery mechanisms and specialized nanomaterials used. A wide range of applications is covered, including inflammatory, neurodegenerative, and autoimmune diseases, as well as metabolic disorders and cancer treatment. The health, environmental impact and safety regulations of nanomachines is also discussed, providing a holistic perspective of the field.

Civil Structures and Infrastructure Systems: From Reliability to Resilience

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Cao Wang
English
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Civil Structures and Infrastructure Systems: From Reliability to Resilience examines the reliability and resilience of individual structures, outlining their similarity/differenc... through a unified framework. Subsequently, the reliability and resilience of infrastructure systems consisting of interacting multiple components are considered, with an emphasis on the wide applicability of reliability and resilience theories in engineering practice.

Biotechnology Engineering

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Vinayaka B. Shet + 4 more
English
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Biotechnology Engineering: A Practical Approach on Bioprocess Development from Lab to Industrial Scale offers a comprehensive guide on biotechnology engineering, focusing on transforming research and development into commercially viable industrial processes. The book addresses the needs of the market by providing structured chapters, practical methods, and real-world case studies. Readers will gain valuable insights into bioprocessing basics, scalable solutions, optimization techniques, and collaboration opportunities. The text also covers essential regulatory compliance information, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications.The book is a vital resource for academics, scientists, engineers, and professionals in bioprocess development. It includes detailed discussions, calculations, and case studies, modern bioreactors, and software tools used in the industry. Serving as a desktop reference, it effectively combines theory with real-world applications to support the development of bioprocesses on all scales.

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