Books in Physical sciences and engineering

Photoplethysmography

1st Edition
November 3, 2021
Panicos A. Kyriacou + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Photoplethysmography... Technology, Signal Analysis, and Applications is the first comprehensive volume on the theory, principles, and technology (sensors and electronics) of photoplethysmography (PPG). It provides a detailed description of the current state-of-the-art technologies/optical components enabling the extreme miniaturization of such sensors, as well as comprehensive coverage of PPG signal analysis techniques including machine learning and artificial intelligence. The book also outlines the huge range of PPG applications in healthcare, with a strong focus on the contribution of PPG in wearable sensors and PPG for cardiovascular assessment.

New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering

1st Edition
November 3, 2021
Harikesh Bahadur Singh + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
9 7 8 0 3 2 3 8 6 0 0 0 0

This book provides a comprehensive overview of different agriculturally important microorganisms and their role as plant biostimulants. Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi, Trichoderma, Cyanobacteria, Endophytes, and Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria have the potential to promote plant growth, disease management, nutrient acquisition, stress alleviation, and soil health management. Presenting an all-inclusive collection of information, this book will be important for students, academicians, researchers working in the field of sustainable agriculture, microbial technology, and biochemical engineers. It will also be of use for policymakers in the area of food security and sustainable agriculture.

Universal Well Control

1st Edition
November 3, 2021
Gerald Raabe + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
9 7 8 0 3 2 3 9 0 7 0 7 1

Universal Well Control gives today’s drilling and production engineers a modern guide to effectively and responsibly manage rig operations. In a post-Macondo industry, well control continues to require higher drilling costs, a waste of natural resources, and the possibility of a loss of human life when kicks and blowouts occur. The book delivers updated photos, practice examples and methods that are critical to modern well control information, ensuring engineers and personnel stay safe, environmentally responsible and effective. Complete with all phases of well control, the book covers kick detection, kick control, loss of control and blowout containment and killing. A quick tips section is included, along with templated. step-by-step methods to replicate for non-routine shut-in methods. Bonus equipment animations are included, along with a high number of visuals. Specialized methods are covered, including dual gradient drilling and managed pressure drilling.

Fluid Chemistry, Drilling and Completion

1st Edition
November 2, 2021
Qiwei Wang
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Fluid Chemistry, Drilling and Completion, the latest release in the Oil and Gas Chemistry Management series that covers all sectors of oil and gas chemicals (from drilling to production, processing, storage and transportation), delivers critical chemical oilfield basics while also covering the latest research developments and practical solutions. Organized by type of chemical, the book allows engineers to fully understand how to effectively control chemistry issues, make sound decisions, and mitigate challenges. Sections cover downhole sampling, crude oil characterization, such as fingerprinting properties, data interpretation, chemicals specific to fluid loss control, and matrix stimulation chemicals. Supported by a list of contributing experts from both academia and industry, the book provides a necessary reference that bridges petroleum chemistry operations from theory, to safer, cost-effective applications.

Uranium Geology of the Middle East and North Africa

1st Edition
November 2, 2021
Fares Howari + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Uranium Geology of the Middle East and North Africa demonstrates mining potential in the MENA region, with a special interest given to Uranium. The formation and origin of uranium deposits is of interest for uranium exploration and is necessary for the long-term sustainability of nuclear energy production. The book proposes a new classification system built on earlier classification with detailed new maps, explanatory diagrams, cross sections, helpful satellite images, etc. In addition, it explains why the occurrences, depositional and geological environments of uranium in the Middle East and North Africa vary from one country to another. Using various related recognition criteria, the book reports the potential uranium provinces in the Middle East and North Africa countries. The definition of these provinces is based on the existing geologic and tectonic settings, along with geochronological sequences and geochemical characteristics.

Power Converters for Extraction and Conversion of Solar Photovoltaic Energy

1st Edition
November 1, 2021
Sachin Jain + 2 more
English
eBook
9 7 8 0 1 2 8 1 2 4 5 1 2

Renewable energy alternatives are fast becoming viable options to battle conventional fossil fuel shortcomings such as pollution, cost, and limited reserves. Understanding the requirements and source characteristics for successful power electronics and their application is pivotal to extracting power successfully.Power Extraction and Conversion of Renewable Energy for Photovoltaics Systems provides a detailed analysis of the various power converter operations fed by solar P.V. energies. Practical aspects addressing the behavior of systems such as the operating point on source characteristics and when power converters buck or boost are considered as well, and are fundamental to effective use and applications of renewables.With computer simulation models for typical systems to give the reader a deeper insight and “feel” for the actual system, this book provides readers with a useable tool to develop and design their own systems and achieve successful power extraction.

Properties and Functionalization of Graphene

1st Edition
Volume 21
November 1, 2021
Dinadayalane Tandabany + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Properties and Functionalization of Graphene: Computational Chemistry Approaches, Volume 21 shows how computational chemistry can be used to explore molecular interactions when modeling and manipulating graphene's properties for varied applications. Sections compare results and experimental evidence, cover the experimental techniques employed in the functionalization of graphene and associated challenges, and delve into the properties of functionalized graphene. Under the guidance of its expert editor, this book shares insights from a global team of specialists, making it an authoritative, practical guide for all those studying, developing or applying graphene across a whole range of fields.

Handbook of Biofuels

1st Edition
October 31, 2021
Sanjay Sahay
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Handbook of Biofuels looks at the many new developments in various type of bioenergy, along with the significant constraints in their production and/or applications. Beyond introducing current approaches and possible future directions of research, this title covers sources and processing of raw materials to downstream processing, constraints involved and research approaches to address and overcome these needs. Different combinations of products from the biorefinery are included, along with the material to answer questions surrounding the optimum process conditions for conversion of different feedstocks to bioenergy, the basis for choosing conversion technology, and what bioenergy products make economic sense. With chapters on the techno-economic analysis of biofuel production and concepts and step-by-step approaches in bioenergy processing, the objective of this book is to present a comprehensive and all-encompassing reference about bioenergy to students, teachers, researchers and professionals.

Sustainable Design for Renewable Processes

1st Edition
October 31, 2021
Mariano Martin
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Sustainable Design for Renewable Processes: Principles and Case Studies covers the basic technologies to collect and process renewable resources and raw materials and transform them into useful products. Starting with basic principles on process analysis, integration and optimization that also addresses challenges, the book then discusses applied principles using a number of examples and case studies that cover biomass, waste, solar, water and wind as resources, along with a set of technologies including gasification, pyrolysis, hydrolysis, digestion, fermentation, solar thermal, solar photovoltaics, electrolysis, energy storage, etc. The book includes examples, exercises and models using Python, Julia, MATLAB, GAMS, EXCEL, CHEMCAD or ASPEN. This book shows students the challenges posed by renewable-based processes by presenting fundamentals, case studies and step-by-step analyses of renewable resources. Hence, this is an ideal and comprehensive reference for Masters and PhD students, engineers and designers.

Nanomaterials Recycling

1st Edition
October 31, 2021
Mahendra Rai + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Nanomaterial Recycling provides an update on the many benefits nanomaterials can provide on both environmental and economic issues. Sections cover the appropriate recycling strategies of nanowastes, nanowaste regulations (including nanowaste disposal and recycling standards), promising applications (reuses) of these recycled nanomaterials, and various methods used for the separation of nanoparticles, including (i) centrifugation, (ii)solvent evaporation, (iii) magnetic separation, (iv) using pH/thermal responsive materials, (v) molecular antisolvents, (vi) nanostructured colloidal solvents, and more. This book is an important reference source for materials scientists and engineers who are seeking to increase their understanding of nanomaterials, recycling processes and techniques. As nanomaterials can be recycled from both new/pure products (from nano manufacturing) and used products (nano waste: waste from nano integrated products), this book is a welcomed addition to many disciplines.

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