Books in Physical sciences and engineering

Comprehensive Cryospheric Science and Environmental Change

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
Richard Kelly + 1 more
English
eBook
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The cryosphere is where water is frozen on the Earth. It includes glaciers and ice sheets, sea ice and terrestrial snow cover, permanently and seasonally frozen ground, and frozen lakes and rivers. It is also where indigenous and non-indigenous communities reside across the high latitudes and at high altitudes. As a result of human-induced global warming, the cryosphere is shrinking in its coverage and changing in its temporal behavior, which will have profound implications for society.Comprehensiv... Cryospheric Science and Environmental Change, Four Volume Set provides a broad and comprehensive overview of the cryosphere and our understanding of its energy and mass processes. Containing approximately 80 chapters written by world-leading experts, it contextualizes the state of current cryosphere against past states over geologic time, explaining how and why the cryosphere is changing and what the implications are for the environment and society.Structured using an integrative approach, it draws together scientific understanding of the cryosphere from the perspective of fundamental physical principles, field experimentation, remote sensing observations and numerical modelling, to demonstrate how society will be impacted and respond to consequential environmental change. With the availability of sophisticated modelling tools and big data, scientific skill in modelling cryospheric systems has led to improved understanding of past cryospheric environments and increasingly skillful predictions of the future. With our evolving, yet not fully formed understanding of how society responds to environmental change, this work outlines current thinking around vulnerability, impact, adaptation and mitigation of cryosphere-induced environmental change, for example sea level rise, snow and sea ice season changes and permafrost degradation.Ideal for geoscience and earth/environmental science researchers of all levels, this one-stop reference work provides deep-level treatment of data science and the human responses to cryospheric change via a fully integrated, interdisciplinary approach.

ARM Processors for Power Electronic Applications

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
P. Ponnambalam + 2 more
English

ARM Processors for Power Electronic Applications: Fundamentals to Programming teaches the concept of controlling power converters using the ARM processor, from its fundamentals to implementation procedure, including using advanced controllers for energy management. The book discusses coding the ARM processor for different power converters and a variety of applications. It covers the step-by-step procedure in the design of advanced controllers, the ARM processor and parallel processing, creating driver circuits to interface the ARM processor with power circuits, the peripherals to ARM processors so it can used to control power converters and coding for power circuits.

Exploring Hardware Advances

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
Manikandan Veerappan + 2 more
English

Exploring Hardware Advances: FPGA, IoT, Microcontrollers, and Quantum Technologies is a timely study of cutting-edge technologies that brings interdisciplinary insights, real-world applications, and case studies for individuals applying the knowledge in academic, professional, or research settings. The book takes readers on a journey through four crucial domains: FPGA, IoT, microcontrollers, and quantum technologies. Each section is crafted to provide both a broad understanding and in-depth insights into these cutting-edge technologies' principles, applications, and potential future developments.

Micro- and Nano-scale Surface and Interface Engineering

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
Ajay Kumar + 3 more
English

Micro- and Nano-scale Surface and Interface Engineering: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications addresses the challenges of micro- and nano-scale surface and interface engineering by providing a comprehensive exploration of surface design, texture, porous structure, surface reaction, degradation, and surface strengthening processes. It offers solutions for understanding interface reactions of materials, particularly in the context of micro-electromechani... systems (MEMS), biomaterials surfaces, self-cleaning structures, and surface modeling and characterization. The content extends to practical applications across diverse sectors, including microelectronics and nanoelectronics, microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip systems, nanomanufacturing, and nanofabrication. The focus lies on the scientific principles underpinning surface and interface engineering at the micro- and nano-scale, incorporating various surface modification techniques utilizing a spectrum of materials, ranging from traditional structural materials to advanced smart materials.

Thermofluids in Sustainable Energy Systems

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
Zafar Said + 1 more
English

Thermofluids in Sustainable Energy Systems: Fundamentals and Applications is an essential reference that delves into the intricate realm of energy conversion, thermal science, and thermofluids, with a focus on sustainable energy systems. This book offers a comprehensive understanding of fundamental principles, up-to-date applications, and emerging innovations in the field of thermofluids, effectively bridging the gap between theory and practice. It aims to deliver a practical reference on thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer in sustainable energy systems. It equip readers, including students, researchers, engineers, and professionals, with a consolidated knowledge base that merges fundamental principles with practical applications, equipping them to address real-world challenges in energy conversion, thermal management, and energy-efficient solutions. This book addresses the problem of scattered and fragmented information by providing a unified, contemporary resource on thermofluids in sustainable energy systems. It offers readers an in-depth understanding of thermofluid phenomena in energy conversion and their application in various sustainable energy technologies. By unraveling the fundamental principles, challenges, and innovations in the field, the book provides readers the necessary knowledge and skills to contribute to the development and implementation of sustainable energy solutions.

Dynamics and Control of Ocean Wave Energy Converters

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Shangyan Zou + 2 more
English
eBook
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Dynamics and Control of Ocean Wave Energy Converters: Theory and Applications outlines the fundamental theory and applications of wave energy production techniques, with detailed explanations of the dynamics and hydrodynamics of wave energy converters. Methods and models of control are described next, including essential techniques from systems response and PID control to state space realization. Next, advanced reactive control techniques, such as Latching Control, Bang-Bang Control, and advanced optimal control algorithms, will be outlined. The final chapters show how to calculate optimal estimation for wave energy conversion using techniques such as Kalman Filters and Extended Kalman filters.Providing a range of problems and case studies to enhance understanding, this book will take readers from the essentials of wave energy conversion to advanced control techniques for responsive energy production.

Principles of Fermentation Technology

4th Edition
February 1, 2026
Peter F. Stanbury + 2 more
English

Principles of Fermentation Technology, Fourth Edition covers the key component parts of a fermentation process including growth kinetics, strain isolation and improvement, inoculum development, fermentation media, fermenter design, control and operation, sterilization, product recovery, and the environmental impact of processes. It recognizes the increasing importance of animal cell culture, the continuing impact of the post-genomics era and CRISPR technology on applied science and the huge contribution that heterologous protein production now makes to the success of the pharmaceutical industry. In addition, the importance of the vaccine sector is reflected in its increased coverage. This book is ideally suited for both newcomers to the industry and established workers as it provides essential and fundamental information on fermentation in a methodical, logical fashion. Stanbury, Whitaker and Hall have integrated the engineering and biological aspects of fermentation to make the content accessible to members of both disciplines with a focus on the practical application of theory. This book collates all the fermentation fundamentals into one concise reference, making it a indispensable resource for fermentation scientists, as well as those studying in the field.

Handbook of Natural Polymers, Volume 3

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Sreekala Meyyarappallil Sadasivan + 3 more
English
eBook
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The Handbook of Natural Polymers: Versatile Applications offers a comprehensive and current overview of advanced uses of natural biopolymers across diverse fields. Beginning with an introduction to the state-of-the-art and emerging opportunities, the book explores natural polymers in areas such as biosensing, drug delivery, cosmetics, tissue engineering, textiles, adhesives, food technology, super adsorbents, automotive and construction materials, 3D printing, paper, nanoelectronics, separation processes, military uses, smart devices, water purification, dentistry, agriculture, packaging, and energy storage.Each section details polymer sources, preparation, properties, and applications, highlighting innovations and new directions. Sustainable themes including environmental remediation and conversion of natural polymers into biofuels are also addressed.As part of a three-volume handbook offering comprehensive coverage of natural polymers, this book will appeal to academic researchers, scientists, advanced students, engineers, and R&D professionals across multiple disciplines and industries seeking broad and detailed knowledge of natural polymers and their applications.

Metallurgy and Design of Alloys with Hierarchical Microstructures

2nd Edition
February 1, 2026
Krishnan K. Sankaran + 2 more
English
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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.

Quantum Communication and Cryptography

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Walter O. Krawec
English
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Quantum Communication and Cryptography introduces readers to the theory of quantum cryptography, with a focus will on quantum key distribution (QKD) and more advanced quantum cryptographic protocols beyond QKD. It contains a brief introduction to the field of modern cryptography that is needed to fully appreciate and understand how quantum cryptographic systems are proven secure, and how they can be safely used in combination with current day classical systems. Readers are then introduced to quantum key distribution (QKD) - perhaps the most celebrated, and currently the most practical, of quantum cryptographic techniques.Basic protocols are described, and security proofs are given, providing readers with the knowledge needed to understand how QKD protocols are proven secure using modern, state- of-the-art definitions of security. Following this, more advanced QKD protocols are discussed, along with alternative quantum and classical methods to improve QKD performance. Finally, alternative quantum cryptographic protocols are covered, along with a discussion on some of the practical considerations of quantum secure communication technology. Throughout, protocols are described in a clear and consistent manner that still provides comprehensive, theoretical proofs and methods.

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