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  • Leading Indicators and Digital Monitoring for HSE Performance

    International KPI Frameworks and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Ameneh Farahani + 2 more
    • English
    Leading Indicators and Digital Monitoring for HSE Performance: International KPI Frameworks and Applications presents a comprehensive methodology for evaluating and monitoring occupational health, industrial safety, and environmental protection across diverse sectors. Combining scientific theory, practical case studies, and industry-specific KPI frameworks, it models integrated HSE management systems aligned with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA, and IOGP standards. Readers gain actionable tools for safer workplaces, healthier employees, and a cleaner environment. The book covers in-depth performance evaluation principles, methods, and indicator selection; organizational and contractor benchmarking; safety, health, and environmental KPIs; field survey and observation techniques; quantitative measurement; IOGP benchmarking; HSE control measures; contract management; process control; audits and inspections; ESG and sustainability reporting; Industry 4.0 tools; and sector-specific case studies. Leading Indicators and Digital Monitoring for HSE Performance: International KPI Frameworks and Applications is a practical resource for HSE managers, safety officers, environmental specialists, occupational health professionals, researchers, and students in industrial safety, public health, environmental management, and sustainability.

  • Generative AI Risks and Benefits within Human-Machine Teams

    • 1st Edition
    • William Lawless + 1 more
    • English
    Generative AI Risks and Benefits within Human-Machine Teams delves into the foundational principles, metrics, and applications of human-machine systems, addressing the legal ramifications of autonomy, public trust, and bidirectional AI systems. This book brings together world-class researchers, engineers, philosophers, social scientists, and other experts to discuss the critical aspects of generative AI, its risks, and benefits. The authors aim to establish a shared context between humans and machines, regulators, the public, and other stakeholders, exploring how these systems impact targeted audiences and society at large. The book combines human-centered computing and autonomous human-machine teams to provide a comprehensive understanding of generative AI's potential and challenges. The book is structured to guide readers through a detailed exploration of these topics. It begins with an introduction to the core concepts of human-machine collaboration and the next generation of large language models. The discussion then moves to practical applications, such as Human-AI collaboration for energy communities, autonomous human-machine team advances, and human-AI collaboration in the design process. The book also delves into adaptive collaboration patterns for logic modeling, assessing multimodal large language models in resolving visual ambiguities, and developing team context-aware collaborative AI assistants. Additionally, it explores the taxonomy of teamwork support for collaborative AI efforts, trust management in human-AI collaboration, and provides a distributed teaming testbed for human-machine collaboration in space missions. Finally, it addresses the limits of classical team science in interdependent human-machine teams. Generative AI Risks and Benefits within Human-Machine Teams is an essential resource for computer scientists and systems engineers focused on designing and theorizing about the development of autonomous systems. By providing in-depth insights into the integration of generative AI within human-machine teams, this book equips professionals with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of AI autonomy, enhance collaboration, and address the ethical and technical challenges associated with these advanced technologies.

  • Water Scarcity

    Global Challenges, Local Solutions
    • 1st Edition
    • José Arturo Gleason
    • English
    Water Scarcity: Global Challenges, Local Solutions delivers a comprehensive examination of the causes, impacts, and remedies for water scarcity, uniting scientific, technological, social, and policy perspectives to address this urgent global issue. Organized into five sections, the book covers fundamental concepts, climate and geographic factors, and the many drivers of water scarcity—including overexploitation, pollution, urbanization, and governance gaps. It explores a wide range of innovative solutions, from rainwater and fog harvesting to advanced treatment technologies, nature-based strategies, and emerging monitoring tools. Through compelling case studies from Latin America, the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Asia-Pacific, the book highlights both challenges and successful local interventions. Ideal for students, researchers, policymakers, and water professionals, this essential resource equips readers with the multidisciplinary knowledge and practical strategies needed to promote sustainable water use and effective management at both local and global levels.

  • Global Water Scarcity and Urban Resilience

    Nature-Based Solutions for Cities under Climate Change
    • 1st Edition
    • João C.G. Lanzinha + 3 more
    • English
    Global Water Scarcity and Urban Resilience: Nature-Based Solutions for Cities under Climate Change provides a comprehensive and timely exploration of how cities around the world can confront the escalating challenge of water insecurity. As climate change, rapid urbanization, and aging infrastructure converge, urban areas across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and beyond face mounting risks of droughts, floods, and water contamination, threatening human well-being and sustainable development. Bringing together leading experts from multiple regions and disciplines, this book presents actionable strategies for building resilience through engineering innovation, policy reform, and nature-based infrastructure. It features comparative case studies, planning tools, and global best practices that illustrate how cities—from Beira and Cape Town to São Paulo, Chennai, and Los Angeles, are reimagining water systems to thrive under climate stress. The book is a necessary guide for academics, practitioners, and decision-makers committed to advancing sustainable and equitable urban water futures.

  • Sustainable Waste-derived Electrochemical Energy Device Materials

    A Circular Economy Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Bhoomika Yadav + 2 more
    • English
    Sustainable Waste-derived Electrochemical Energy Device Materials: A Circular Economy Approach aims to address the growing need for sustainable materials in the energy and semiconductor industries. With the global shift towards renewable energy sources, there's a significant demand for supercapacitors and battery electrode materials that are not only efficient but also environmentally friendly. This book intends to bridge that gap by exploring the use of waste-derived materials to produce sustainable supercapacitors and battery electrodes. The book covers the chemical and physical properties of these sustainable materials, their environmental impact, and the economic networks associated with their use. By emphasizing the circular economy, the book aims to promote resource efficiency and waste reduction, aligning with global UN sustainability goals and carbon neutrality targets. The book will serve as a valuable reference resource for academics, industry professionals, and policymakers working towards sustainable energy solutions. It promotes innovative solutions to environmental challenges and offers economic and technical insights into the use of waste-derived materials.

  • Participatory Groundwater Management

    Concepts, Practices and Pathways to Sustainable Use
    • 1st Edition
    • Basant Maheshwari
    • English
    Participatory Groundwater Management: Concepts, Practices and Pathways to Sustainable Use is an essential guide that draws on decades of research, field experience, and institutional collaboration, to unravel the science of groundwater, policies, and human dimensions that shape its future. From demystifying aquifers and the water cycle for everyday users to confronting the global crisis of over-extraction and pollution, this book blends practical knowledge with inspiring real-world examples. It explores how collective action, gender equity, community empowerment, and digital technologies can transform groundwater governance, and offers hands-on guidance for building user associations, monitoring water levels, and making complex science understandable to all. With in-depth chapters on Managed Aquifer Recharge, policy frameworks, scaling successful pilots, and the ethical foundations of stewardship, this essential volume provides a blueprint for inclusive, sustainable water management. Whether you are a water professional, community leader, policymaker, or concerned citizen, this book equips students, researchers, and practitioners with the tools, frameworks, and inspiration to safeguard groundwater for generations to come.

  • Waste to Wealth: Sustainable Metal Recovery from Wastewater Streams

    • 1st Edition
    • Surajbhan Sevda + 1 more
    • English
    The increasing demand for metals in various industries, coupled with their limited natural availability, has led to intensified mining activities and resource depletion. Concurrently, industrial processes and human activities have resulted in the release of significant amounts of metals into wastewater streams, causing environmental pollution and health risks. This dilemma has led to the field of metal recovery from wastewater gaining attention due to its potential to address both resource scarcity and environmental pollution. The purpose of the book Waste to Wealth: Sustainable Metal Recovery from Wastewater Streams is to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date resource that brings together the latest research, technologies, process optimization, sustainable practices and case studies related to the recovery of metals from wastewater. Waste to Wealth: Sustainable Metal Recovery from Wastewater Streams does not focus on the problems, and prefers to look for the solutions and that makes the proposed book different from other books that are available in market. This book highlights the approaches that can be used in different disciplines or in a collaborative team. This book can be useful for people having expertise in variety of fields to explore an interdisciplinary bioremediation and bio-electroremediati... approach for metal recovery and wastewater treatment. The book aims to serve as a guide and reference for professionals, academics, students, and policymakers who are invested in advancing the field of metal recovery and wastewater treatment. By catering to this diverse readership, the book aims to facilitate the dissemination of knowledge, foster collaborative efforts, and drive positive change in the field of metal recovery and wastewater management.

  • Cable Vibration Mitigation Technology in Cable-stayed Bridges

    • 1st Edition
    • Limin Sun + 1 more
    • English
    Cable Vibration Mitigation Technology in Cable-stayed Bridges provides an overview of research and engineering practice on stay cable vibration control. It provides a systematic introduction to stay cable vibration issues, commonly used mitigation measures, vibration control system design theories, related technologies, and the latest trends in the field. It includes detailed case studies of the initial vibration mitigation design for various bridges and the subsequent upgrades to their vibration control systems; the book provides a comprehensive overview of the stay cable vibration control design process, device selection and testing, vibration mitigation performance evaluation, and the emerging challenges and solutions for ultra-long stay cables in long-span cable-stayed bridges

  • Artificial Intelligence in Clean Energy Systems

    From Energy Hubs to Smart Grids
    • 1st Edition
    • Ali Ahmadian + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence in Clean Energy Systems: From Energy Hubs to Smart Grids investigates the integration of AI and machine learning into future clean and modern energy systems, focusing on applying such technologies to optimal operation of energy hubs, smart grids, and efficient utilization of renewable energy sources. The book provides an in-depth overview of AI-based forecasting techniques, optimization, automation, and control approaches that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in modern energy systems. It presents significant issues such as AI-based load demand forecasting, smart grid automation, integration of renewable energy, cybersecurity, and electric vehicle charging demand scheduling

  • Advancement in Thermal Engineering and Chemistry for Lithium Batteries

    Challenges, Innovations and Practical applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Hafiz Muhammad Ali + 1 more
    • English
    Advancement in Thermal Engineering and Chemistry for Lithium Batteries: Challenges, Innovations and Practical Applications is a timely and essential guide for advancing the performance, safety, and sustainability of lithium-ion batteries. As the global shift toward electrification and renewable energy accelerates, this book provides a compelling overview of how thermal engineering, electrochemical innovation, and artificial intelligence are converging to address the most critical challenges in battery technology. It bridges the gap between theoretical research and practical implementation, making it an indispensable resource for researchers, engineers, and graduate students. The book begins with a foundational introduction to lithium batteries, then explores the mechanisms of thermal runaway and associated safety concerns. It continues with a classification of cathodes and electrolytes, followed by in-depth discussions on electrolyte interactions, optimization strategies, and the role of additives. Readers are guided through the reaction kinetics of cathodes and electrolytes, the development of advanced cathode materials, and the thermal stability of various components. The book then examines the importance of thermal management and the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in battery optimization. It concludes with chapters on sustainability, environmental impact, and emerging technologies shaping the future of lithium battery systems. Advancement in Thermal Engineering and Chemistry for Lithium Batteries: Challenges, Innovations and Practical Applications offers a comprehensive and accessible roadmap for those working in battery research, development, and application. It combines foundational knowledge with cutting-edge insights, enabling readers to move confidently from theory to practice in designing safer, more efficient, and more sustainable energy storage solutions.

  • Energy Risk and Energy Justice in Energy Markets

    Economic, Financial and Environmental Consequences
    • 1st Edition
    • Muhammad Shahbaz + 1 more
    • English
    Energy Risk and Energy Justice in Energy Markets: Economic, Financial and Environmental Consequences addresses the intersection of energy risk, justice, and their economic, financial, and environmental consequences. As energy systems face increasing volatility, uncertainty, and calls for equitable access, this reference meets the urgent need for a comprehensive, interdisciplinary resource. Researchers, policymakers, and professionals require up-to-date analysis to inform policy and practice in the context of global energy transitions, environmental challenges, and financial market responses. The book presents a systematic exploration of energy risk and justice, drawing on advanced econometric methods and empirical studies. Chapters cover critical topics such as energy risk and environmental quality, financial development, economic impacts, and the role of justice in shaping outcomes. Dedicated sections address methods and models for assessment, climate finance case studies, and the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. Each chapter follows a unified structure, including introduction, literature review, methodology, empirical results, and conclusions, ensuring coherence and comparability across diverse topics. Energy Risk and Energy Justice in Energy Markets: Economic, Financial and Environmental Consequences equips its audience with actionable insights and state-of-the-art research to address the challenges of energy transition, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development. By bridging gaps in the current literature, it empowers users to design and implement evidence-based policies, advance research, and contribute to the global discourse on energy equity and sustainability.

  • Intelligent Cockpit Design in the Automotive Industry

    Architecture, Principles, and Automotive-Grade Chips
    • 1st Edition
    • Huimin Zhang
    • English
    The Intelligent Cockpit Design in the Automotive Industry is a comprehensive analysis of the principles and architecture of multiple subsystems, basic software, and applications/service... of the intelligent cockpit. It also reviews the principles and practices of the underlying technology of SoC or System on a Chip (SoCs integrate multiple components onto a single chip, offering advantages like reduced power consumption, smaller form factors, and enhanced performance). The first part of the book focuses on the origins, background and system architecture of the intelligent cockpit. The second part discuses the architecture, principles, and core technologies of the software and hardware technologies required for the intelligent cockpit. It covers vehicle buses, high-speed video transmission technology, data connection technology, display subsystems, visual subsystems, audio subsystems, basic software, applications, and services. The final part mainly focuses on the technical principles, design examples, and development trends of intelligent cockpit SoCs: covering cockpit SoC computing power evaluation standards, SoC design principles, automotive-grade chip evaluation standards, functional safety design principles, and future evolution paths

  • Finite Element Modeling in Structural Mechanics

    From Bernoulli Beams to Reddy Plates with Examples in Excel, Mathematica and Matlab
    • 1st Edition
    • Eugenio Ruocco
    • English
    Master the Finite Element Method (FEM) with this essential guide designed for advanced students and researchers. Finite Element Modeling in Structural Mechanics: From Bernoulli Beams to Reddy Plates with Examples in Excel, Mathematica and Matlab presents a unique energetic approach to derive governing equations for complex structural models. With practical computational codes in Excel, Wolfram Mathematica, and MATLAB, you can explore numerous exercises by adjusting geometric, boundary, and loading conditions. Additionally, this resource covers key computational techniques that are often overlooked in other texts. Ideal for master's and doctoral students, as well as researchers, this guide equips you with the tools and knowledge needed to excel in advanced structural analysis and automated computation.

  • Flow Shop Scheduling Algorithms

    Design and Performance Analysis
    • 1st Edition
    • Danyu Bai + 2 more
    • English
    Flow Shop Scheduling Algorithms: Design and Performance Analysis is an in-depth exploration of flow shop scheduling models, critically important in discrete manufacturing and process industries. The book presents a blend of exact algorithms, such as branch and bound, and approximate methods, including intelligent optimization techniques, to tackle the NP-hard problems (a class of complex computational problems that are at least as hard as the hardest problems in the NP class) inherent in flow shop scheduling. It offers readers a means to achieve optimal or near-optimal solutions for a range of scheduling problems, from small to medium scale, with a focus on scenarios involving release dates and other complex constraints. The book includes many algorithmic designs, performance analyses, and numerical experiments that validate the efficacy of the proposed methods

  • Enzymatic Treatment of Biomass for Energy: Thermochemical Methods

    • 1st Edition
    • Dan Bahadur Pal + 2 more
    • English
    Enzymatic Treatment of Biomass for Energy: Thermochemical Methods provides a comprehensive analysis of how enzymatic pretreatment can optimize thermochemical biomass conversion processes such as pyrolysis, gasification, and torrefaction. This reference addresses the challenges of biomass recalcitrance by exploring enzyme functions that enhance thermal degradation efficiency and bioenergy yield, supporting sustainable energy goals. The book covers fundamentals of biomass composition, enzymatic and combined pretreatment strategies, and detailed enzyme-assisted thermochemical pathways. It further discusses practical considerations for industrial deployment, including scalability, techno-economic analysis, and circular economy perspectives. Optimization methods such as response surface methodology are also elaborated to guide process improvements. This volume is a valuable resource for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers seeking to integrate enzymatic technologies into thermochemical bioenergy systems. It equips readers with scientific insights and practical knowledge to advance clean, efficient, and sustainable biomass energy production.

  • Fundamentals of Acoustic Emission in Geotechnical Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Ru Zhang + 3 more
    • English
    Fundamentals of Acoustic Emission in Geotechnical Engineering provides a comprehensive overview of acoustic emission (AE) theory and its practical applications in understanding rock behavior within geotechnical contexts. The book begins by introducing the basic principles of acoustic emission and its relevance to monitoring rock damage and failure processes. It presents experimental studies that capture AE signals throughout the entire progression of rock damage, offering insights into the mechanisms driving material degradation. The text explores the distinct acoustic emission characteristics associated with various rock damage modes, enhancing the ability to identify and differentiate failure processes. It further investigates the patterns and laws governing the evolution of rock damage as revealed by AE data, emphasizing the importance of temporal and spatial analysis. Fractal analysis techniques are applied to describe the complex spatiotemporal evolution of acoustic emissions, providing a quantitative framework for interpreting AE signals in rock mechanics. A significant focus is placed on the prediction of rockbursts, a critical hazard in underground mining and tunneling, using acoustic emission monitoring techniques. By integrating theoretical foundations with experimental findings, the book offers valuable methodologies for early warning and risk mitigation in geotechnical engineering projects. This volume serves as an essential resource for engineers, researchers, and practitioners seeking to apply acoustic emission techniques to improve the safety, monitoring, and understanding of rock mass behavior in geotechnical settings.

  • Ultrasonic Sensing of Lubricant Film Thickness

    Modelling, Compensation, Applications, and Standardization
    • 1st Edition
    • Pan Dou + 4 more
    • English
    Ultrasonic Measurement of Lubricant Film Thickness: Principles and Engineering Applications offers a comprehensive scientific reference for researchers, engineers, and students interested in tribology, mechanical engineering, and machine condition monitoring. The book addresses the increasing demand for accurate, in-situ monitoring of lubrication film thickness in critical machinery, a key factor in reliability and predictive maintenance. Integrating acoustics, signal analysis, and multiphysics modeling, this book provides a systematic, multidisciplinary resource in the field. The contents span fundamental principles, ultrasonic system design, multilayer and thin-film measurement models, calibration and compensation strategies, and advanced signal processing. Readers are guided through practical engineering case studies, including sliding and rolling bearings, fuel pumps, hydropower generator bearings, and wind turbine pitch bearings. Each chapter provides theoretical background, experimental validation, and actionable methodologies for both laboratory and industrial environments. This book equips its readers with the knowledge to implement high-precision measurement systems, address practical engineering challenges, and translate laboratory advances into robust industrial solutions. It supports academic research, industrial innovation, and the development of next-generation condition monitoring and maintenance strategies.

  • Innovative Remediation Technologies for Micro- and Nanoplastics in Water and Wastewater

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Hadi Dehghani + 2 more
    • English
    Innovative Remediation Technologies for Micro- and Nanoplastics in Water and Wastewater addresses the critical global issue of water contamination by microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs), which are pervasive in manufactured products, and as byproducts of larger plastic debris breakdown. This comprehensive volume delves into the toxicological impacts of MP/NP pollution and explores innovative, sustainable remediation technologies for their removal from water and wastewater. Key features include an in-depth analysis of the toxicological effects of MP/NPs, detailed exploration of sustainable remediation methods, and practical insights into the implementation of these technologies.Given the urgent need for effective solutions, this book provides a single-source reference for academicians, researchers, PhD students, managers, and environmental scientists, offering the latest information on remediation techniques and degradation mechanisms. By presenting global applications and comparing various remediation technologies, this book fills a significant gap in environmental remediation research.

  • Advanced Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Matrices

    Enhancing Performance and Longevity of Concrete Structures
    • 1st Edition
    • Moncef L. Nehdi + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Matrices is an authoritative reference volume that offers an in-depth exploration of FRCM systems, bridging the gap between theory and practical application in the critical domain of structural strengthening and rehabilitation.The book covers the full spectrum of FRCM technology—from material characterization, manufacturing techniques, and mechanical properties to design guidelines and installation methodologies paired with quality control, inspection procedures, and testing protocols. It draws on the latest research to emphasize key innovation aspects, such as emerging material trends, sustainability-speci... assessments, integration with advanced computational tools, and performance-related developments. The substantial potential and benefits of FRCM are highlighted through successful implementation examples, comparisons with conventional approaches, and lessons learnt from real-world field use, all of which underscore the systems’ versatility and efficiency.The comprehensive perspective put forward by this international group of highly specialized experts will prove invaluable to researchers, professionals, and advanced students seeking to deepen their understanding and actively contribute to advancing the state of the art in construction practices.

  • Ethics of Blockchain by Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Muthu Ramachandran
    • English
    The increasing integration of blockchain into critical sectors such as finance, healthcare, and governance has prompted a pressing need to address ethical considerations from the ground up. While blockchain offers revolutionary potential for transparency, decentralization, and trust, it also introduces profound challenges around accountability, privacy, inclusion, and governance. Current literature often focuses on the technological and economic dimensions of blockchain but overlooks its ethical implications, leaving a critical gap in both research and practice. Ethics of Blockchain by Design addresses this gap by offering a comprehensive, design-centred framework that integrates ethical principles into every stage of blockchain system development. Rooted in systems engineering, the book systematically explores how ethical requirements can be specified, implemented, and validated within decentralized technologies. It goes beyond theoretical discussions by providing actionable methodologies, case studies, governance models, and compliance tools, making it essential reading for blockchain architects, developers, students, and policy makers. This book positions itself at the intersection of engineering, ethics, and decentralized innovation, and builds on the author’s extensive contributions to AI ethics, secure software systems, and blockchain in healthcare. As the demand for responsible digital infrastructure grows, Ethics of Blockchain by Design offers the first structured guide to ensuring blockchain technologies are not only technically sound but also ethically robust and socially accountable.

  • Modern Power System Protection in Smart Grid

    • 1st Edition
    • Hossein Askarian Abyaneh + 3 more
    • English
    Modern Power System Protection in Smart Grid presents the challenges of modernizing power system protection and solutions through emerging technologies. Chapters explain challenges such as bi-directional fault current, false trip, unsynchronous reclosing, islanding detection, and stability issues due to the smaller inertia of distributed generation. AC/DC/hybrid microgrid protection challenges such as low fault current in island mode and change of fault currents in two modes of operation are also examined. Solutions like HVDC protection, machine learning, wide area special protection, wide area fault location, adaptive schemes in transmission and distribution networks, cybersecurity, AI driven methods, and digital twin application are included.Additionall... case studies analytical tools, examples, formulations, and flowcharts are included to demonstrate the practical application of these solutions. This book is valuable for industrial engineers, academic researchers, and MSc and PhD students working on power system protection and active distribution network protection.

  • Antimony Chalcogenide Photovoltaics

    Technologies and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Md. Shahariar Chowdhury
    • English
    Antimony Chalcogenide Photovoltaics: Technologies and Applications is the first book to offer comprehensive coverage of the emerging area of antimony-based photovoltaics. It begins by introducing antimony-based materials and compounds, fundamental properties, synthesis methods, stability issues, and device architectures. Subsequent chapters provide in-depth information on the incorporation of organic semiconductors, interface dynamics in organic-inorganic systems, device fabrication and architecture, characterization and analysis techniques, degradation, and performance metrics and benchmarks before a final chapter discusses challenges and potential solutions in relation to material defects, interface degradation, and scale-up and manufacturing.This is an informative resource for all those with an interest in solar energy and the latest advances in photovoltaics, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, engineers, R&D professionals, scientists, and other industrial personnel.

  • Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models

    Current Approaches, Challenges, and Future Directions
    • 1st Edition
    • Sanju Tiwari + 3 more
    • English
    Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models: Current Approaches, Challenges, and Future Directions explores the cutting-edge fusion of two powerful artificial intelligence technologies: Large Language Models (LLMs) and Knowledge Graphs (KGs). The book is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of this emerging field. Chapters introduce the synergy between LLMs and KGs, delve into the capabilities and challenges of LLMs, focus on the structure, function, and significance of KGs, present a conceptual framework for bridging LLMs and KGs, discuss techniques for their integration, explore how LLMs can enhance KGs and vice versa, and showcase applications of LLM-KG synergy across various domains.Final sections addresses ethical, social, and technical challenges and future innovations. The book concludes by summarizing key insights and advancements in intelligent systems. This is an essential resource for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in computer science. It offers valuable insights for adopting LLMs, KGs, and their advanced applications in research and product development. By bridging the gap between these technologies, this book equips readers with the knowledge to drive innovation and enhance the capabilities of intelligent systems.

  • Energy Storage and Hydrogen Integration for Sustainable Solutions

    • 1st Edition
    • Mousa Marzband + 1 more
    • English
    Energy Storage and Hydrogen Integration for Sustainable Solutions provides a clear and cohesive understanding of the technologies, challenges, and opportunities in this field, with the aim to help pave the way towards a low-carbon, sustainable energy future. This book begins by introducing renewable energy integration, and the fundamentals of energy storage technologies and hydrogen production and utilization. Subsequent chapters then guide the reader through energy storage and grid integration, hydrogen as an energy carrier in the grid, hybrid energy systems, energy storage and hydrogen in transportation, and decarbonizing industries with hydrogen integration. The policy and regulatory framework, and economic and environmental impact are covered in detail, before a chapter that brings together various real-word case studies, analyzing the strategies, challenges, and outcomes of those projects. Finally, future trends and challenges in energy storage and hydrogen integration are explored. This is a valuable resource for all those looking to gain fundamental, practical knowledge of the integration of energy storage and hydrogen technologies, including researchers, students, engineers, scientists, industry professionals, consultants, and policy makers.

  • Precipitation Assessment

    Formation, Assessment and Hazards
    • 1st Edition
    • Wei Zhang
    • English
    Precipitation Assessment: Formation, Assessment and Hazards offers a comprehensive overview of precipitation, bringing together the fundamental principles of formation, the necessary methods and tools for assessment, and key aspects of precipitation hazards. Chapters focus on the formation of precipitation, including contents moisture, clouds and convection, weather systems that create precipitation (frontal systems, cyclones, atmospheric rivers etc.), precipitation types (rainfall and snowfall) and their forming mechanisms. Then, several chapters explore precipitation measurements, types of precipitation data (in-situ data, remote sensing, reanalysis data, and combined products), metrics for precipitation assessment (depth, intensity and extremes), tools for precipitation assessment (IDF curve, PMP and Taylor Diagram).The book closes with a detailed discussion of precipitation extremes as well as considerations in the face of climate change. Readers will appreciate this comprehensive review of the latest developments in precipitation formation, assessment methods, and extreme precipitation hazards.

  • Drill Bits for Energy Industry

    • 1st Edition
    • Robert (Bob) P. Radtke + 2 more
    • English
    Drill Bits for Energy Industry is an essential reference book that explores the properties, evolution, and complexities of drill bit technology. Designed to aid readers in mastering bit selection and optimizing efficient drilling practices, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of the advancements and fundamentals in drill bit technology, history, and properties that have shaped the drilling industry throughout time. Authored by drilling experts, this invaluable resource covers bit design, selection processes for roller cone and PDC Bits, specialty bits, coring techniques, drill string components, operating parameters, performance evaluation, drill string dynamics, and emerging technologies.It serves as a cornerstone for university students and drilling engineers, equipping them with the knowledge needed to optimize drilling practices in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions.

  • Design for Additive Manufacturing

    • 2nd Edition
    • Martin Leary
    • English
    Design for Additive Manufacturing, Second Edition is a complete guide to design tools for the manufacturing requirements of AM and how they can enable the optimization of process and product parameters for the reduction of manufacturing costs and effort. Tools for polymeric, metallic, and ceramic AM technologies are presented and critically reviewed, along with their manufacturing attributes. Commercial applications of AM are also explained with case studies from a range of industries, demonstrating best practice in AM design.This new edition has been updated to reflect various changes in fundamental AM technologies and new chapters have been added covering in-field additive manufacturing for service and repair, machine learning for AM certification, small format printing, large format printing, and ceramic printing.

  • Carbon Materials and Technologies for Energy, Medical and Environmental Sustainability Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Mudasir Ahmad + 1 more
    • English
    Carbon Materials and Technologies for Energy and Environmental Sustainability provides a thorough exploration of carbon-based materials, emphasizing their synthesis, structural characteristics, and functional mechanisms. It examines their multifaceted applications in environmental remediation, including water purification and electromagnetic wave absorption. By integrating insights from various scientific disciplines, the text book highlights recent advancements and identifies future challenges within the field. Designed for researchers, advanced-level students, and industry professionals, this resource aims to enhance understanding and stimulate innovation in nanotechnology. It serves as a critical reference for developing sustainable solutions to contemporary global challenges, positioning carbon nanomaterials at the forefront of environmental and energy research.

  • A Comprehensive Guide to R Programming for Data Analytics

    • 1st Edition
    • Parul Acharya
    • English
    A Comprehensive Guide to R Programming for Data Analytics provides a comprehensive presentation of univariate and multivariate statistical models within the general linear model and generalized linear model framework to analyze simple and complex data using R software. This book presents popular R packages that are used in data mining (e.g., caret-classification and regression, lubridate-dates and times, string-R for string data) and visualization (e.g., ggplot, ggthemes, ggtext). The R packages used to analyze data using a particular statistical model are explained through real-world and publicly available datasets. R codes are presented in a manner that helps readers understand the program code syntax.Examples of real-world data sets from a variety of academic disciplines are provided so that a wide audience can learn R programming to analyze data in their research. The book provides tips, recommendations, and strategies to troubleshoot common issues in R syntax, as well as definitions of key terms. Checkpoints are included to recap the concepts learned in each chapter. The book helps readers enhance their conceptual understanding and practical application of statistical models to real-world datasets, and enables readers to gain competency in R programming, which is an important skill in today’s data-driven market.

  • Project Management, Planning and Control

    The Art and Discipline of Delivery
    • 9th Edition
    • David Shannon + 1 more
    • English
    Project Management, Planning and Control: Managing Engineering, Construction and Manufacturing Projects to PMI, APM and BSI Standards, Ninth Edition is a comprehensive guide designed to equip the reader with essential principles and techniques for managing engineering and technical projects from start to finish. This ninth edition is a widely recommended handbook, now enhanced with fresh insights to meet the evolving needs of project management professionals. Featuring brand new case studies, this edition includes significant updates on governance, adjudication, Building Information Modeling (BIM), agile project management, culture and diversity, international projects, sustainability, artificial intelligence and digital tools. Chapters are restructured with clearly titled sections organized by theme, improving clarity and usability. Ideal for those pursuing Project Management Professional (PMP) qualifications, this edition aligns with the latest Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) from both the Project Management Institute (PMI) and the Association of Project Management (APM). It also includes questions and answers to help readers test their understanding. This book is an indispensable resource for both students and seasoned professionals seeking to master project management.

  • Proton Exchange Membranes Fuel Cells

    Thermodynamics, Electrochemistry, Component Design and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Vicente Compañ Moreno + 1 more
    • English
    Proton Exchange Membranes Fuel Cells: Thermodynamics, Electrochemistry, Component Design and Applications delivers a rigorous integration of thermodynamic and electrochemical principles underpinning Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFCs), Direct Methanol Fuel Cells (DMFCs), and PEM electrolyzers. The reference addresses a critical pedagogical gap by uniting foundational irreversible thermodynamics, electrokinetics, and transport theory with practical materials science for real‑world device design. It is intended for graduate‑level students, researchers, and engineers who require quantitative frameworks to predict fuel‑cell behavior, design high‑conductivity ion‑exchange membranes, and analyze coupled heat, mass, and charge transport in operational systems. The book is structured in two parts spanning fourteen chapters. Part I develops the scientific foundations—thermody... electrochemical kinetics, transport phenomena, membrane thermodynamics, and Nernst–Planck–based formulations of ionic motion and irreversible processes. Part II transitions to applied technologies, including membrane synthesis and characterization, nanocatalyst design with rotating disk and rotating ring-disk electrode diagnostics, membrane‑electrode assembly (MEA) fabrication, bipolar‑plate flow‑field simulation, single‑cell testing, PEM electrolyzer performance and hydrogen storage, and emerging microbial and plant-based fuel cell systems. This reference highlights the value of integrating theoretical derivations with experimental methodologies and simulation case studies. Readers learn to select and characterize ion‑exchange membranes, rationalize catalyst composition and loading for MEAs, and optimize bipolar-plate geometries through finite‑element modeling.The book provides detailed experimental methods—electrochemi... impedance spectroscopy (EIS), conductivity and permeability measurements, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), RDE/RRDE diagnostics—and offers durability‑assessmen... frameworks that bridge academic training and industrial prototyping. By combining fundamentals with applied design tools, it supports the global energy transition toward efficient, low‑carbon hydrogen technologies and serves as both a graduate‑level textbook and a practical reference for laboratory instruction and R&D teams worldwide.

  • Advances in Clinical Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 136
    • English
    Advances in Clinical Chemistry series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • Advances in Two Dimensional Materials for Gas Sensing Applications

    Fundamentals, Emerging Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • Ram Sevak Singh + 2 more
    • English
    Advances in Two Dimensional Materials for Gas Sensing Applications: Fundamentals, Emerging Trends, Opportunities and Challenges provides a comprehensive and up-to-date resource on the use of 2D materials for gas sensing. It addresses the fundamental properties, synthesis methods, and physicochemical characterization of a wide range of 2D materials —including graphene, MXenes, metal oxides, chalcogenides, and emerging frameworks—tailored for sensor technologies. The book covers gas sensing mechanisms, device integration, strategies for performance enhancement, and the latest advances in theoretical and computational methodologies. It facilitates informed material selection, device design, and performance optimization. The book focuses on reliability, scalability, and the challenges of commercializing 2D material-based gas sensors and discusses 2D nanostructures for advanced sensor applications, highlighting their unique surface properties, high sensitivity, and compatibility with miniaturized devices. This book is structured to benefit graduate students, researchers, and professionals in materials science, nanotechnology, and sensor development, the text spans foundational insights, comparative assessments, and prospective directions that support both academic research and industrial innovation.

  • Data-Efficient Intelligent Fault Detection and Diagnosis for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

    • 1st Edition
    • Chuanjiang Li
    • English
    As low-altitude economy initiatives accelerate the deployment of UAVs in logistics, inspection, and emergency response, the need for safe and autonomous UAV operation has become increasingly critical. Data-Efficient Intelligent Fault Detection and Diagnosis for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles presents a comprehensive approach to intelligent fault detection and diagnosis in UAV systems under data-scarce and complex flying conditions. Focusing on the flight control system - the core of UAV autonomy - it addresses key challenges such as limited fault samples, class imbalance, distribution shifts, and data privacy. The book explores data-efficient learning techniques, including generative adversarial models, meta-learning, and federated learning to enable accurate and robust diagnosis of sensor, actuator, and control surface faults. Additionally, it introduces a data-knowledge hybrid driven framework that maps quantitative results to a structured fault ontology, enhancing interpretability and maintenance efficiency. By combining theory with real-world cases, this book provides researchers, engineers, and graduate students with practical tools and insights for developing reliable and intelligent UAV health monitoring systems to ensure the safety of low-altitude economy.

  • Autonomous Intelligence

    Designing the Future of Agentic Systems
    • 1st Edition
    • Shubham Mahajan + 1 more
    • English
    Autonomous Intelligence: Designing the Future of Agentic Systems provides insights into how autonomous technologies—from robots to AI-driven systems— are transforming industries and daily life. It explores how these intelligent agents operate independently, making decisions and taking actions without constant human intervention. Through clear explanations and real-world examples, the book serves as a gateway for both novices and experts as it simplifies the complexities of autonomous systems. Autonomous Intelligence: Designing the Future of Agentic Systems is broken down into six parts: Foundations of AI and Autonomy; Understanding Agentic Intelligence; Technology Enablers and Architectures; Design, Safety, and Deployment; Sectoral Applications of Agentic AI; Societal, Ethical, and Future Considerations. It considers how these technologies function, as well as addressing concerns about their integration, their limitations, their potential benefits, and the possible risks. In a rapidly evolving field, the book looks at latest trends, applications, and research, and at the ethical and legal considerations, especially in areas like employment, privacy, and accountability. Ranging from academic and theoretical concepts to case studies and practical examples, Autonomous Intelligence: Designing the Future of Agentic Systems allows the reader to confidently engage with, apply, and respond to agentic intelligence in their study, work, and daily lives.

  • Biomechanics of the Heart

    From Model to Patient
    • 1st Edition
    • Peter Bovendeerd + 3 more
    • English
    Biomechanics of the Heart: From Model to Patient provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the modeling and assessment of the heart’s biomechanics. The book addresses topics such as the physiology of normal and diseased hearts, cardiovascular imaging, modeling of myocardial tissue in the passive and active states, as well as state-of-the-art approaches for patient specific modeling of the heart’s mechanical function. This is all augmented by case studies and examples of exploitation of models for computer-aided diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of heart diseases. Readers are introduced to modeling of the heart’s anatomical and muscular structure, a review of imaging techniques to analyze the geometry, content and dynamics of the heart, as well as an in-depth look at the biomechanical properties of normal and diseased hearts. Finally, chapters cover modeling cardiac passive and contractile mechanics, biomechanical finite element simulations of the heart, patient-specific modeling of the heart and circulatory system, as well as the exploitation of models for computer-aided diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of heart diseases.

  • Healthcare 5.0

    Applications of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, IoMT, and Big Data
    • 1st Edition
    • Yugal Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Healthcare 5.0: Applications of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, IoMT, and Big Data addresses the urgent need for innovation in today’s complex healthcare data landscape that is characterized by pandemics, aging populations, and chronic conditions. The book introduces the concept of ‘Healthcare 5.0’ as an interconnected, data-driven, and patient-centric framework where advanced technologies such as AI, ML, IoMT, Big Data, and Large Language Models (LLMs) converge to optimize care, streamline operations, and deliver personalized, predictive solutions. The book moves from core AI applications in electronic health records, drug discovery, data management, and privacy, through cutting-edge big data analytics for disease forecasting and diagnosis.It explores new research advances in the Internet of Medical Things, including connected device architectures and their fusion with AI for dynamic decision-making. The third section focuses on data analytics in telemedicine, remote care, system usability, and integration in Healthcare 5.0. The personalized healthcare section details analysis and applications in AI- and IoT-powered assistance, and real-time monitoring. The last section explores the development of LLMs and their applications in medical imaging, clinical decision support, predictive analytics, system architectures, as well as the ethical challenges of their deployment in healthcare.

  • Polymer Composites for the Automotive Industry

    • 1st Edition
    • Michal Petrů + 1 more
    • English
    Polymer Composites for the Automotive Industry covers a classification of polymer-based composites and nanocomposites that is accompanied by elucidations on material properties and characterization alongside modeling and testing methods for specific fabrication of a multitude of car parts in need of modernizing modifications (including chassis, exterior components, internal accessories, seats, brakes, floors, springs, wheels, battery boxes, etc.). Some application examples for other road transport, aerospace, aviation, and marine vehicles are also summarized for a more complete digest of polymer composites’ relevance across the industry.This in-depth review further proves to be a highly valuable resource as it closes the gap between research and practical implementation by offering guidance to transform prototype designs into tangible, testable products at industrial scale at a time when sustainability is seen as a critical priority and cost-effectiveness is essential for competitive advantage. This book equips readers with sought-after, systematic information on these materials, whose application will keep transforming the vehicle engineering sector in a pivotal way.

  • Ternary Hybrid Nanofluids

    Principles and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Ali Ijam + 2 more
    • English
    Ternary Hybrid Nanofluids: Principles and Applications offers a groundbreaking exploration of the properties, preparation techniques, and diverse applications of ternary hybrid nanofluids in heat transfer. This comprehensive reference encompasses various physical and chemical properties, including thermophysical characteristics and heat transfer behaviors, along with detailed mathematical models and correlations. From an in-depth analysis of preparation techniques to discussions on future research challenges and opportunities, this book serves as an invaluable resource for advanced students, researchers and engineers seeking a profound understanding of ternary hybrid nanofluids.Ternary Hybrid Nanofluids: Principles and Applications covers essential topics for researchers and practitioners in the field. Chapters include an introduction to ternary hybrid nanofluids, discussions on formation and stability, exploration of thermal, electrical, and optical properties, analysis of rheological behavior, applications in solar thermal and convective heat transfer systems, utilization in heat pipes and thermosyphons, and development insights on limitations and opportunities for ternary nanofluids. Additionally, the book addresses the utilization of cutting fluid doped with nanoparticles for machining processes, providing comprehensive insights into the synthesis, properties, and applications of ternary hybrid nanofluids.Ternary Hybrid Nanofluids: Principles and Applications offers benefits to professionals and academics in various fields, including material scientists, mechanical and chemical engineers, physicists, and researchers specializing in nanofluids. Students, experienced researchers and industry professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of heat transfer and nanotechnology will find this book to be a valuable reference.

  • Density Functional Theory Approach for Advances in Energy Storage Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Amritanshu Shukla + 2 more
    • English
    Density Functional Theory Approach for Advances in Energy Storage Materials presents cutting-edge insights into the application of Density Functional Theory (DFT) in energy storage research. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the fundamentals of energy storage materials to computational methods and specific studies on battery materials, supercapacitors, solid-state electrolytes, thermochemical energy storage, thermoelectric materials, hydrogen storage, perovskites for solar energy harvesting, and more. It also explores multi-scale modeling approaches, novel energy storage concepts, challenges, future directions, and real-world case studies.This book not only provides an overview of DFT principles and their applications in energy storage but also covers specific areas such as electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and solid-state electrolytes. By addressing key challenges, offering future research opportunities, and showcasing practical applications in renewable energy, transportation, and consumer electronics, this book aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice in the field of energy storage materials.

  • AI Innovations in Marine Resources and Pollution Management

    • 1st Edition
    • Sesan Abiodun Aransiola + 2 more
    • English
    AI Innovations in Marine Resources and Pollution Management explores how cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies are revolutionizing the monitoring, understanding, and protection of our oceans. This comprehensive guide addresses the pressing challenges of marine pollution and resource conservation by showcasing AI-driven solutions—from advanced predictive models and real-time detection to sophisticated mapping and sensor fusion technologies. It highlights innovative applications such as microplastics classification, oil spill detection with smart drones, and geospatial intelligence for ecosystem monitoring, providing practical insights for researchers, policymakers, and environmental practitioners. By harnessing the transformative power of AI, this book aims to improve pollution tracking, enhance response strategies, and promote sustainable management of marine environments—an essential resource for students and researchers dedicated to protecting our oceans and fostering a sustainable future.

  • Phytonanoparticles as Green Catalysts for the Degradation of Persistent Organic Pollutants

    • 1st Edition
    • Arun Lal Srivastav + 2 more
    • English
    Phytonanoparticles as Green Catalysts for the Degradation of Persistent Organic Pollutants provides comprehensive overview about Phytonanoparticle synthesis, catalytic properties, and effectiveness for breaking down hazardous organic compounds. The main aim of this book is to bridge-up the gaps between nanotechnology and environmental remediation by showcasing phytonanoparticles as eco-friendly, sustainable alternatives to conventional catalytic methods. Traditional approaches often rely on the generation of toxic chemicals along with expensive processes, whereas phytonanoparticles present a more sustainable and cost-effective solution. Moreover, this book may also be used as a cutting-edge reference by the researchers working in the field of green nanotechnology and pollution control. Despite notable advancements in environmental nanotechnology, there is a distinct lack of comprehensive resources focusing specifically on the catalytic applications of phytonanoparticles. This volume will also address the research gaps by involving recent research, technological advancements and practical case studies. Surely, it will be a valuable guide for the scientists, engineers, and policymakers seeking sustainable and innovative strategies to combat persistent organic pollutants and advance the field of green environmental technology.

  • Textile Surface Engineering

    Techniques, Applications, and Future Directions
    • 1st Edition
    • Robert Mather
    • English
    Textile Surface Engineering: Techniques, Applications, and Future Directions highlights the wide range of approaches available for modifying textile surfaces while also considering textile surface modification strategies for a variety of textile applications and discussing the actual practical benefits arising from these strategies. The book concludes with outline discussions of emerging trends and potential future developments in the field of surface modified textiles. Readers will find this to be an updated critique of the practical benefits of textile surface modifications and the improvements that they can bestow on textile products.Textiles possess an enormous range of diverse applications. The diversity of these applications requires an astonishing range of textile properties, and it is widely recognized that the structure and geometry of textile fibers and the types of fabric constructed from them are key factors. Important additional factors, however, are the nature of the fiber surface and the nature of the surface of the constructed fabric. These surfaces can often be modified to provide much improved performance in the application for which the fabric is intended.

  • Adsorption by Powders and Porous Solids

    Principles, Methodology, and Applications
    • 3rd Edition
    • Jean Rouquerol + 7 more
    • English
    Adsorption by Powders and Porous Solids: Principles, Methodology, and Applications, Third Edition provides a comprehensive treatment of all aspects of adsorption at both the gas/solid interface and the liquid/solid interface, while also covering the application aspects of adsorption. The book gives an introductory review of the various theoretical and practical aspects of adsorption by powders and porous solids with reference to advanced techniques and applications (including separation of industrial gases and pollution control, catalysis, gas storage) involving materials of technological importance. It is primarily written for advanced undergraduates, postgraduates, lecturers, researchers, and practitioners in physical chemistry, materials science, surface science, and chemical engineering.The book's primary aim is to meet the needs of students and non-specialists who are new to surface science or who wish to use the advanced techniques now available for the determination of surface area, pore size and surface characterization. In addition, for this fully updated third edition, a critical account is given of the most recent work on the adsorptive properties of activated carbons, oxides, clays, zeolites, and MOF’s.

  • Marine Operations for Offshore Wind Turbines

    Volume 1: Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Zhiyu Jiang + 1 more
    • English
    Published as an Open Access book freely available for download on Science Direct, Marine Operations for Offshore Wind Turbines, Volume 1: Fundamentals and Application is a practical reference that links fundamentals to methods to application in this unique, important, and highly interdisciplinary area, helping readers to ensure operational safety, reduced installation costs, and improved wind farm efficiency and reliability. The first part of the book introduces the fundamentals of offshore wind energy systems and marine operations, along with analysis methods and numerical modelling and simulation tools. The second section focuses on in-depth case studies based on the authors’ own research and incorporating real-world practical experience in key areas, guiding the reader through lifting operations for turbine components, environmental loads, motion control, structural modelling, and safety assessment for installations, modelling, analysis and control of full assembly installation, and design and optimization for floating installations. Finally, the critical phases of transportation and final mooring hook-up are introduced, and a concluding chapter provides an overview of recent trends and emerging topics, such as robotic technologies, artificial intelligence, and advanced decommissioning solutions, offering routes for future research and development. A volume in the Elsevier Wind Energy Engineering Series, this is an essential resource for all those looking learn the fundamentals, to improve their understanding, and to gain insights into installation concepts, analysis methods, modelling approaches, key tools, and problems and challenges, including researchers, students, engineers, R&D, policy makers and industry professionals.

  • Zirconia

    Properties, Synthesis, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Jashanpreet Singh + 1 more
    • English
    Zirconia: Properties, Synthesis, and Applications is a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the research in the field of zirconia-based materials. As Zirconia displays a unique combination of mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical properties, this book focuses on the growing number of applications of zirconia-based materials, including their usage in biomedical, energy, and environmental applications. In addition to zirconia’s properties, synthesis, and applications, a brief historical introduction is provided, along with future guidance. This book will be of interest to a broad audience, including students, academics, and industrial researchers working in materials science, chemistry, and physics.

  • 3D Printing of Biomaterials

    • 1st Edition
    • Susmita Bose + 1 more
    • English
    3D Printing of Biomaterials is a multidisciplinary resource for researchers and students alike, providing an essential introduction to 3D printing and relevant materials, as well as materials processing, manufacturing techniques, characterizations, and biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. The book explores the significant impact 3D printing has in innovating biomaterials and the next generation of biomedical devices, from patient-matched devices and surgical models to tissue engineering, drug delivery, and the on-demand manufacturing of metallic implants. A range of different biomaterials are covered, including metals, polymers, and ceramics are discussed. Finally, how 3D printing technology is applied to solve clinical challenges is discussed in specific areas such as tissue engineering, load-bearing implants, or drug delivery. With the aid of learning objectives and study questions in each chapter, the book helps students and professionals understand critical issues relating to 3D printing of biomaterials, enabling them to apply this knowledge and solve upcoming and long-standing medical challenges.

  • Handbook of MRI Pulse Sequences

    • 2nd Edition
    • Xiaohong Joe Zhou + 4 more
    • English
    Handbook of MRI Pulse Sequences, Second Edition includes 92 self-contained sections, with each section focusing on a single subject. A new section on detailing the advanced pulse sequence techniques covers a variety of basic and advanced image reconstruction methods. The extensive topic coverage and cross-referencing makes this book ideal for beginners learning the building blocks of MRI pulse sequence design, as well as for experienced professionals who are seeking deeper knowledge of a particular technique.This book is among the most important medical imaging techniques available today. Each of these scanners is capable of running many different "pulse sequences." These sequences are governed by physics and engineering principles and implemented by software programs that control the MRI hardware.

  • Peptide Applications in Biomedicine, Biotechnology and Bioengineering

    • 2nd Edition
    • Sotirios Koutsopoulos
    • English
    Peptide Applications in Biomedicine, Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Second Edition, Volume Two offers a practical approach to the field of peptide science and their applications in biomedicine, biotechnology, and bioengineering. This thoroughly revised edition provides a much-needed update on the field, along with a new section on the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in peptide design and discovery. After a general introduction to peptides, the book reviews a broad range of peptide applications, from immunoengineering, vaccines, imaging, cancer therapy, antimicrobial treatment and much more. This is a valuable resource for biomaterial experts, bioengineers, chemical engineers, synthetic chemists, and drug discovery scientists.

  • Deformation Processing of High Entropy Alloys

    • 1st Edition
    • Bharat Gwalani + 1 more
    • English
    Deformation Processing of High Entropy Alloys offers an in-depth exploration of the mechanical properties and processing methods of high entropy alloys (HEAs), covering topics such as microstructural evolution, deformation mechanisms, alloy composition, processing techniques, and various applications. The book provides an introduction to HEAs, outlining their differences from more traditional alloys before diving into more complex subjects such as their stability and metastability, their crystal structures, FCC- and BCC-based HEAs, as well as thermomechanical treatments and their mechanical properties. Deformation processing techniques, solid state processing methods, and additive manufacturing of HEAs are each discussed as well, as are modeling and simulation approaches. Finally, a broad range of applications and limitations for these cutting-edge materials are also covered.

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