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    • Hybrid Nanofiller Reinforced Thermoset Nanocomposites

      • 1st Edition
      • Nisa V. Salim + 3 more
      • English
      Hybrid Nanofiller Reinforced Thermoset Nanocomposites provides a comprehensive review of the latest advances in this important research field. The book covers all aspects and terminologies, from fundamentals to advanced high-end applications. The effect of shape and aspect ratio, along with synthesis protocols and their impact on ultimate properties are examined in detail. Recent advancements in simulation, characterization, mechanism reinforcement, and high-end applications are also explored. With contributions from international experts, readers will gain valuable insights into the latest developments in this fast-evolving research field.The book will be a valuable reference source for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, chemists, industrial manufacturers, and other professionals working in the field of hybrid nanofiller reinforced thermoset nanocomposites for high-end applications.

    • 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.

    • The Governance of Artificial Intelligence

      • 1st Edition
      • Tshilidzi Marwala
      • English
      The Governance of Artificial Intelligence stands out as a comprehensive guide that unifies the essential dimensions of artificial intelligence—values, data, algorithms, computing, applications, and governance—within a single volume. The book offers expert guidance on each of these topics, blending engineering insight with governance strategies. It proposes a holistic approach to AI governance, emphasizing the importance of proactive and balanced policies that foster innovation while safeguarding ethical standards. Prioritizing social welfare and human rights, this work advocates for maximizing AI’s benefits and minimizing its risks through effective, integrative governance structures.Moreover, the book highlights the need for a versatile governance model that draws from various disciplines and champions diversity. It stresses the importance of leveraging existing regulatory frameworks, ethical guidelines, and industry standards, while encouraging active collaboration among governments, businesses, civil society, and academia. Structured into six sections and 33 chapters, the book systematically explores core principles, data concerns, algorithms, computing, practical applications, and governance challenges, making it a crucial resource for understanding the evolving landscape of AI oversight.

    • Mechanical Behavior of Fiber-reinforced Polymer Composites

      Fundamentals, Advanced Studies, and Current Trends
      • 1st Edition
      • Manoj Kumar Singh + 4 more
      • English
      Mechanical Behavior of Fiber-reinforced Polymer Composites: Fundamentals, Advanced Studies, and Current Trends offers a thorough exploration of key advancements in the study of fiber-reinforced polymer composites. The book begins by outlining the basic principles that govern the mechanical properties of both polymers and fibers, delving into how their interaction determines composite performance. It provides an extensive overview of essential materials, manufacturing techniques, and various testing methodologies such as tensile, compression, flexural, impact, and fatigue tests. By examining how fiber orientation and production processes influence mechanical outcomes, this reference helps readers understand the factors affecting composite strength and behavior.The text also dedicates significant attention to failure mechanisms like delamination, matrix cracking, and fiber breakage, offering detailed explanations of each. It explores the effects of environmental aging on outdoor applications and integrates contemporary topics including numerical analysis, modeling, and artificial intelligence methods.

    • Graph Theory

      Fundamentals and Applications
      • 1st Edition
      • Sovan Samanta + 1 more
      • English
      Graph theory is a rapidly evolving and expanding mathematical discipline, with new discoveries, challenges, and techniques emerging every year. Graph Theory: Fundamentals and Applications provides a fully up-to-date and accessible introduction to graph theory, covering both the classical and the modern topics, as well as algorithms and evolving challenges addressed by discipline. Based on the latest syllabi and research trends worldwide, this book includes practical, solved problems that are user friendly to undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students, and acts as a key aid in learning the fundamentals and the frontiers of graph theory, as well as developing independent problem-solving and critical thinking skills. This book includes clear instruction in graph representation, basic graph operations, graph connectivity, trees and forests, matching theory, planar graphs and graph drawing, algebraic graph theory, graph traversals, network flows, topological graph theory, and cryptography, among other topics. Each chapter features key term definitions, proofs and algorithms, summary points, and unique exercises to reinforce learning, as well as open problems and research challenges that present unsolved or conjectural problems in graph theory for discussion. Supporting student and instructor sites offer additional exercises, solutions, examples, and case studies in graph theory applications.

    • Sustainable Zinc Oxide Nanostructures

      Fundamentals, Recent Advances, and Applications
      • 1st Edition
      • S. Shankar Subramanian + 3 more
      • English
      Sustainable Zinc Oxide Nanostructures: Fundamentals, Recent Advances, and Applications delivers an in-depth exploration into the world of zinc oxide nanostructures, emphasizing sustainable and eco-friendly approaches. The book opens by detailing green synthesis techniques, such as plant-based, microbial, and enzyme-assisted methods, highlighting the importance of utilizing biological materials to create nanoparticles. Readers are introduced to advanced characterization methods that ensure the quality and functionality of these nanostructures. By focusing on sustainability, the text addresses the growing demand for environmentally-cons... solutions in nanotechnology and provides a solid foundation for understanding both basic principles and innovative advances in the field.In addition to synthesis and characterization, the book examines a broad range of real-world applications for ZnO nanoparticles, spanning energy production, environmental cleanup, sensors, and healthcare technologies. The final chapters tackle pressing concerns about toxicity, ongoing challenges, and future directions for research, making it a practical guide for those seeking to navigate and contribute to the rapidly evolving landscape of sustainable nanotechnology. Researchers, scientists, and engineers will find this resource especially valuable for its balanced coverage and practical insights.

    • Therma Plasma-coupled Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage

      Unlocking the Potential of Thermal Plasma
      • 1st Edition
      • Vineet S. Sikarwar + 2 more
      • English
      Therma Plasma-coupled Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage: Unlocking the Potential of Thermal Plasma presents a groundbreaking approach to addressing climate change through innovative waste management and carbon capture solutions. By integrating thermal plasma with CCUS technologies, the book examines how this synergy can advance sustainable development, emphasizing the importance of renewable hydrogen, lifecycle assessment, and catalysts. It provides a thorough exploration of conventional and plasma-coupled CCS systems, highlighting the environmental, economic, and social dimensions of adopting these technologies. The text serves as a vital guide for researchers and policymakers seeking practical strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and foster a circular economy.In addition to covering technical fundamentals, the book offers comprehensive insights into the global landscape of CCUS, future possibilities, and the ethical, political, and social implications of climate action. It uniquely focuses on the role of thermal plasma in Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS), detailing how harnessing biomass for energy while sequestering carbon can help mitigate climate threats. The resource stands out as essential reading for industry experts aiming to implement sustainable solutions and contribute meaningfully to the global transition toward low-carbon energy systems.

    • Foundations of High-Performance Computing

      A Comprehensive Guide to Systems, Concepts, and Programming
      • 1st Edition
      • Oscar Diez
      • English
      Foundations of High Performance Computing: A Comprehensive Guide to Systems, Concepts, and Programming serves as an essential and up-to-date introduction on the world of high-performance computing (HPC). Geared toward graduate students, early-career professionals, and researchers, this volume lays the groundwork for advanced study by thoroughly exploring the core systems, foundational concepts, and introductory programming skills vital to the HPC field. The book’s five-part structure begins with the evolution and architectural overview of HPC, then moves into basic programming principles, resource management, and performance metrics, equipping readers with practical knowledge for accessing and utilizing HPC systems.Beyond the basics, the guide delves into parallel computing through OpenMP, MPI, GPU computing, OpenACC, and CUDA, offering a multidisciplinary approach to multithreading and distributed memory. It further explores parallel I/O, data management, modern filesystems, cloud-based HPC solutions, and virtualization, ensuring readers grasp the latest trends and technologies. Concluding with a reference section and glossary, this book stands as a comprehensive resource for building a robust foundation in high-performance computing.

    • Advanced Modeling, Analysis and Optimization of Thermal and Integrated Energy Systems

      • 1st Edition
      • Qun Chen + 3 more
      • English
      Advanced Modeling, Analysis and Optimization of Thermal and Integrated Energy Systems introduces readers to the cutting-edge "heat current method," a breakthrough in accurately modeling complex thermodynamic systems. This book thoroughly examines the challenges inherent in renewable energy transitions and demonstrates how holistic power-thermal system optimization can play a pivotal role in sustainability efforts. Authored by leading experts, it provides both a foundational overview and advanced techniques, making it an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and professionals who are driving innovation in thermal engineering and energy system optimization.The text delves into the fundamentals and applications of the heat current method, offering practical frameworks for efficient simulation and optimization of integrated power-thermal systems. Additional chapters explore strategies for coordinating flexibility and efficiency to better accommodate renewable energy sources. With its focus on advanced methodologies and real-world solutions, the book is particularly valuable for those involved in system optimization and the integration of sustainable energy technologies.

    • Plastic Waste Valorization

      Strategies to Tackle Plastic Waste Pollution for Sustainable Environment
      • 1st Edition
      • Riti Thapar Kapoor + 2 more
      • English
      Plastic Waste Valorization: Strategies to Tackle Plastic Waste Pollution for Sustainable Environment presents advanced approaches for mitigating the hazardous effects of plastics on ecosystems and human health, offering a detailed examination of microplastics and their impacts. It highlights new, sustainable technologies for the bioremediation and biodegradation of plastic contaminants. This book explores methods for managing plastic contaminants and transforming plastic waste into valuable products. By advancing knowledge and practices in the field, this book significantly contributes to ongoing research and efforts toward achieving carbon neutrality and environmental protection.

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