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Books in Physical sciences and engineering

New Perspectives in Indoor Air Quality
1st Edition
November 11, 2025
Pasquale Avino + 2 more
English
New Perspectives in Indoor Air Quality provides readers with the latest scientific discoveries related to indoor air quality. After an in-depth introduction to indoor air quality and review of current air quality legislation, the book's chapters explore gaseous pollutants, particulate matter, ultrafine particles, and emerging contaminants. This is followed by analysis of formaldehyde emissions, VOCs, SVOCs, nanomaterials emissions, and combustion sources. From an assessment perspective, chapters include sampling approaches, traditional measuring instruments, automatic measuring instruments, assessment of bioaerosols, and geospatial analysis and modeling.Finally, the editors address the health effects of poor indoor air quality and examine how climate change has contributed to these issues. Fifteen detailed case studies round out the book to provide practical, real world understanding of the concepts covered throughout the preceding chapters.
Inorganic Biomaterials for Drug Delivery
1st Edition
November 11, 2025
Amit Kumar Nayak + 2 more
English
Inorganic Biomaterials for Drug Delivery covers a wide range of inorganic biomaterial types and their properties, from traditional materials like ceramics, metallics, and bioglasses to novel composites and nano-engineered inorganic biomaterials. Biocompatibility, toxicity, and regulatory considerations are also thoroughly discussed, ensuring the reader is fully equipped for efficient biomaterials selection and utilization in drug delivery applications. This is a must-have reference for those working in the fields of materials science, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical science, pharmacology, chemical engineering, and clinical science.
Climate Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Cultural and Natural Heritage
From Conceptualization to Action
1st Edition
November 10, 2025
Elena Lucchi
English
Climate Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Cultural and Natural Heritage: From Conceptualization to Action explores how to integrate climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies with the preservation of cultural and natural heritage. Bridging the knowledge gap between environmental sustainability, energy transition, and heritage conservation, this book offers a detailed exploration of the intersecting challenges and solutions in these fields. Through a combination of evidence-based practices, real-world case studies, and a critical examination of policies and legislation, Climate Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Cultural and Natural Heritage: From Conceptualization to Action will equip policymakers, practitioners, and scholars with the tools and insights needed to implement sustainable development practices that safeguard our heritage while addressing the urgent challenges of climate change.
Biochar
Science, Applications, and Future Prospects for Sustainable Solutions
1st Edition
November 8, 2025
Sivaperumal Sivaramakrishnan + 1 more
English
Biochar: Science, Applications, and Future Prospects for Sustainable Solutions provides a thorough understanding of biochar, a carbon-rich material produced from biomass pyrolysis. This book explores biochar's scientific principles, diverse applications, and its role in sustainability. It addresses its use in agriculture, environmental management, and renewable energy, and delves into emerging technologies and future prospects. With a strong focus on practical implementation, the book covers methods of biochar synthesis, its physical and chemical properties, and factors influencing nutrient retention. Detailed case studies demonstrate the effectiveness of biochar in agriculture, waste management, urban settings, and community projects, showcasing its environmental benefits and economic viability.The book is divided into sections that cover the science behind biochar, its role in carbon sequestration, diverse applications, practical guidelines for implementation, techno-economic assessments, and regulatory considerations. It also explores emerging applications and challenges in biochar research, including innovations in odor control, pest management, and potential advancements in technology and medical applications. This book is an essential resource for research scholars and scientists in environmental science, ecology, agriculture, biotechnology, and industrial engineering.
Progress in Heterocyclic Chemistry
1st Edition
Volume 37
November 8, 2025
R. Alan Aitken + 1 more
English
Progress in Heterocyclic Chemistry, Volume 37 is the latest in this annual review series commissioned by the International Society of Heterocyclic Chemistry (ISHC). Volumes in the series contain both highlights of the previous year’s literature on heterocyclic chemistry and articles on new developing topics of particular interest to heterocyclic chemists. Chapters are all written by leading researchers in their field, brining a systematic survey of the important original material reported in the literature of heterocyclic chemistry in 2024.As with previous volumes in the series, this new release enables academic and industrial chemists and advanced students to keep abreast of developments in heterocyclic chemistry in a convenient way.
Energy-Efficient Transformative Technologies for Data-Driven Smart Cities
1st Edition
November 8, 2025
Hamed Nozari + 1 more
English
Energy-Efficient Transformative Technologies for Data-Driven Smart Cities delves into innovative solutions and groundbreaking methodologies essential for constructing smart cities that prioritize energy efficiency and security. With the modern urban landscape rapidly evolving, this book serves as a vital resource for policymakers, engineers, and researchers striving to harness data-driven technologies effectively. From sustainable energy systems to advanced data management frameworks, this comprehensive guide explores pivotal tools and strategies that address the challenges of urbanization and environmental impact.Beyond energy efficiency, the book emphasizes the importance of robust cybersecurity measures, seamless integration of IoT devices, and intelligent urban planning. It offers actionable insights for achieving smart city infrastructures that are both resilient and adaptive.
Artificial Intelligence in Biofuels Production
1st Edition
November 7, 2025
El-Sayed Salama
English
Artificial Intelligence in Biofuels Production offers a comprehensive guide to leveraging AI for optimizing and predicting biofuels production. AI tools can significantly enhance process efficiency and reduce costs in the biofuels industry. This book covers the use of biomass, biowaste, and wastewater as renewable feedstocks, and explores advancements in biodiesel and bioethanol production. Detailed chapters address topics such as bio-oil, aviation biofuels, biogas, bio-hydrogen, and bioelectricity, as well as the environmental and social impacts of biofuels, emerging technologies, energy policies, and global initiatives.The book provides practical insights and examples of how AI models and equations can be used to predict optimal conditions for biofuels production, manage resources efficiently, and minimize waste. It also offers guidance on using AI to analyze datasets, enhance feedstock yield, and reduce environmental impacts. This invaluable reference is ideal for researchers, engineers, professionals, and industry entrepreneurs seeking to produce and commercialize biofuels while contributing to sustainability and achieving net-zero emissions.
System Dynamics for Engineering Students
Concepts and Applications
3rd Edition
November 7, 2025
Nicolae Lobontiu
English
System Dynamics for Engineering Students: Concepts and Applications, Third Edition provides a classical approach to system dynamics that is designed for a one-semester course for upper-level undergraduate students. It focuses on mechanical, aerospace, and electrical engineering, featuring examples from compliant mechanisms and MEMS/NEMS. The text aims to offer a robust understanding of system dynamics, helping students grasp both fundamental and complex concepts. The updated edition has been reorganized and updated to enhance the flow for instructors and students. It includes a greater variety of topics, applications, and real-world examples, along with more basic examples and end-of-chapter problems.Additionall... the edition offers comprehensive analysis and design examples, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Brake Pads
Materials, Manufacturing Processes, and Testing
1st Edition
November 7, 2025
Reza Taherian
English
Brake Pads: Materials, Manufacturing Processes, and Testing offers a comprehensive resource on this vital component of the braking system of a variety of vehicles (passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, buses, trucks, and airplanes). This specialized volume aims to bridge the theory and practice of designing and producing well-performing, greener, and cost-effective brake pads.It encompasses, in Part I, an overview of friction materials already available on the market and other more recently developed formulations and, in Part II, step-by-step examinations of a range of manufacturing parameters with related effects on the specific properties of the selected compounds as well as testing techniques.Discussio... on regulatory standards, literature reviews, case studies, application scenarios, and analytical modeling make for a unique contribution that is not only timely but also shows the field’s potential for ever-growing transformation.
Biochar-Based Cement and Concrete for Sustainable Construction
1st Edition
November 7, 2025
Daniel C.W. Tsang + 1 more
English
In response to the urgent need for achieving carbon neutrality in the construction industry, with Biochar-Based Cement and Concrete for Sustainable Construction, an international group of experts has set out to provide a timely, comprehensive overview of biochar-enhanced cementitious materials. Although the method is relatively new, extensive research has been conducted in recent years to systematically gather information proving biochar as an ideal medium for carbon sequestration when used as an engineered additive in cementitious materials, but also to strengthen concrete in many key dimensions via enhancements to hydration and integration into the hardened matrix.The volume stands out as an invaluable resource that offers up-to-date guidance on eco-efficient construction materials’ manufacturing and practical application examples backed by considerations regarding their environmental soundness. At the same time, it stimulates research into future developments with relevance to interdisciplinary audiences both in academia and industry.

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