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Starting Embedded Linux Development on an ARM Architecture

  • 1st Edition
  • February 1, 2030
  • Joe Nicholson
  • English
Starting Embedded Linux Development on an ARM Architecture provides a unified, coordinated path for embedded developers starting out in embedded Linux programming. It takes a tutorial-style approach, and is unique in using the DS-5 Integrated Development Environment (IDE), matched with ARM’s architecture, to create a complete guide from installation to developing simple applications. Through clear, concise and accessible explanation and examples, this book kick starts embedded Linux development in the most practical way possible. With this book you will learn: What embedded Linux can do for you, and how to achieve particular development goals How to set up and install the development environment The very basics of embedded Linux, starting with toggling I/O pins How to use the Linux command line to perform basic tasks How to debug code Profiling and performance tuning How to use TCP/IP and USB interfaces in Linux.

Lithography Technology

  • 1st Edition
  • January 10, 2030
  • Jun Taniguchi
  • English
This book is a comprehensive overview of lithography technology. Through the use of actual examples and discussions of leading edge technology, both beginners and veterans of lithography will find this a useful text. Specific attention is given to ULSI and MEMS lithography technologies.

Engineering Materials 2

  • 5th Edition
  • January 1, 2030
  • David R.H. Jones + 1 more
  • English
Engineering Materials 2, Fifth Edition: An Introduction to Microstructures and Processing is a comprehensive introduction to microstructures and the processing of materials. It is comprised of four sections covering metals, ceramics, polymers and composites. The materials are presented in an easy-to-read style, but also provide details on how processing, microstructures and physicochemical characters are interrelated. The book emphasizes the relationship between structure, processing and properties of both conventional and innovative materials. It provides detailed discussions of the different aspects of transformations, including interface kinetics, nucleation and growth and constitutional undercooling.

Coating Materials for Electronic Applications

  • 2nd Edition
  • January 1, 2030
  • James J. Licari
  • English
This book provides the answers to those questions vital to the successful design and manufacturing of electronic components, modules, and systems such as: • How can one protect electronic assemblies from prolonged high humidity, high temperatures, salt spray or other terrestrial and space environments? • What coating types can be used to protect microelectronics in military, space, automotive, or medical environments? • How can the chemistry of polymers be correlated to desirable physical and electrical properties? • How can a design engineer avoid subsequent potential failures due to corrosion, metal migration, electrical degradation, outgassing?• What are the best processes that manufacturing can use to mask, clean, prepare the surface, dispense the coating, and cure the coating?• What quality assurance and in-process tests can be used to assure reliability?• What government or industry specifications are available? • How can organic coatings be selected to meet OSHA, EPA, and other regulations? Besides a discussion of the traditional roles of coatings for moisture and environmental protection of printed circuit assemblies, this book covers dielectric coatings that provide electrical functions such as the low-dielectric-constant dielectrics used to fabricate multilayer interconnect substrates and high-frequency, high-speed circuits. Materials engineers and chemists will benefit greatly from coverage of chemistry and properties of the main types of polymer coatings including: Epoxies, Polyimides, Silicones, Polyurethanes, Parylene, Benzocyclobenzene, among others. For manufacturing personnel, there is an entire chapter of over a dozen processes for masking, cleaning, and surface preparation and a comprehensive review of over 20 processes for the application and curing of coatings including recent extrusion, meniscus, and curtain coating methods used in processing large panels. The pros and cons of each method are given to aid the engineer in selecting the optimum method for his/her application. As a bonus, from his own experience, the author discusses some caveats that will help reduce costs and avoid failures. Finally, the author discusses regulations of OSHA, EPA, and other government agencies which have resulted in formulation changes to meet VOC and toxicity requirements. Tables of numerous military, commercial, industry, and NASA specifications are given to help the engineer select the proper callout.New to the 2nd edition:• Augmented section on tin whiskers as a major failure mode and use of coatings to mitigate the problem• New section on nano-fillers  and other formulation additives to improve coatings properties• Augmented section on importance of biocompatible coatings in medical applications• Upgraded tables of proprietary products

Nanoscale Assembly and Fabrication by Electrokinetics

  • 1st Edition
  • January 1, 2030
  • Wen Jung Li
  • English
The ability to move, manipulate and precisely assemble nanoscale materials is key to further advances in nanotechnology, especially nanoscale manufacturing, fabrication of sensors, electronics components etc. Electrokinetics is a key technique for achieving these ends, an is already widely used in MEMS and nanotechnology applications. This book provides a thorough overview of electrokinetics, focusing on both theoretical and experimental aspects of this important technique. Wen Li shows how to use electric field concepts to assemble nanoscale systems (i.e. systems on the scale of molecules). The use of field forces, as in electrokinetics, offers the level of precision required to manipulate and assemble large arrays of similar structures at the nano-scale. Electrokinetics is also put into a broader context by the author's wider examination of nanoscale systems, including an explanation of how competing forces and interactions operate at the molecular scale. Wen Li's book will enable readers to develop the ability to systematically design nano-sensing platforms and nano-manufacturing systems in a range of applications for areas including healthcare, precision engineering, lubrication, cell manipulation and the analysis of biological samples.

Nanomaterials for Energy

  • 1st Edition
  • January 1, 2030
  • Sivaram Arepalli
  • English
It is widely acknowledged that nanomaterials and nano-scale engineering will play a pivotal role in the energy technologies that are needed to address the global challenge of producing plentiful, sustainable energy for the century ahead. Arepalli explores the role of nanomaterials the development of both inexpensive, large-scale renewable energy and in clean and efficient fossil fuel based technologies. Nanomaterials for Energy provides readers with a working knowledge of the synthesis, processing and applications of nanomaterials utilized in the generation, transmission and storage of energy. The author explains the ways in which nanomaterials are being used to improve existing energy systems, and explores how new energy systems and technologies are being made possible by the use of nanomaterials. Case studies are provided throughout, to show how the scientific principles and engineering approaches are being put into action. Covering technologies for electricity generation (e.g. solar cells and fuel cells), energy storage (e.g. hydrogen storage, batteries and supercapacitors), energy transmission (e.g. superconductors and smart grids) and energy conservation, readers are led through the wide range of applications for nanomaterials in the renewable and conventional energy sectors. Oil and gas, nuclear energy, wind energy, solar power and geothermal energy are covered. The environmental impact, toxicity and broader health & safety aspects of nanomaterials are also investigated. The synthesis and characterization of the nanomaterials utilized in energy applications is explained in detail. This book assumes a basic undergraduate-level background in physics and chemistry, but is accessible to a wide audience of engineers, scientists, technicians, technical managers, energy systems planners and those involved in the selection, deployment and advocacy of renewable energy systems.

Biomass Supply Chains

  • 1st Edition
  • December 31, 2029
  • Sebnem Yilmaz Balaman
  • English
Biomass Supply Chains: Sustainable Design for a Circular Economy provides a comprehensive study on key issues in sustainability and the sustainable design of biomass-based fuel, energy systems and supply chains, as well as circular systems for biomass-based production. Economic, environmental, social and technical issues are examined individually at both system/technology and supply chain level, including details on standards and certification schemes. In addition, the book explores the methods and tools for sustainability assessment and sustainable design and management, describing each sustainability-related decision level encountered in design, management and operation phases and discussing the circular economy concept and different analytical tools.By integrating all these problematics and challenges in sustainability and circular design, this book allows researchers in academia and industry working on developing biomass-based solutions to clearly identify the methodologies and tools that satisfy their specific sustainability and circularity requirements based on the recent advances and prospects in the field. Graduate students and practitioners can also use this reference as systematic guide to available sustainability assessment methodologies that they can apply to biomass and bioenergy technologies.

Rural Futures

  • 1st Edition
  • December 31, 2029
  • Joanna Dawson + 2 more
  • English
Rural Futures: 21st Century Transformation for the NaturenomicsTM Future offers new perspectives on reconciling human and biodiversity needs for a movement toward more holistic sustainable development, where environmental concerns are centered and tackled. Through a rich body of global case studies that focus on rural communities, the book presents practical examples, both past and present, for practitioners and researchers to learn from, adapt to their individual contexts, and implement. Additionally, the theoretical frameworks offer recommendations for redesigning policy, reshaping action in the field, and shining a light on the need for new areas of research.Each thematic section includes one chapter dedicated to theoretical explorations, two or three chapters focusing on practical challenges and opportunities for action, and at least one case study. Utilizing this combination of theory and practice, the book explores how social and ecological factors intersect in the field and how they impact results for rural communities impacted by deforestation.