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Libros en Ciencias Físicas e Ingeniería

  • Green Tools for Sustainable Chemical Processes

    Concepts and Applications
    • 1 Edición
    • Pedro Lozano
    • Inglés
    Green Tools for Sustainable Chemical Processes: Concepts and Applications is intended to be a conceptual work of all the tools used in green and sustainable chemistry, as well as a demonstration of those applications that may already be operational at industrial level, or in the process of being introduced. The book is structured and grouped into sections that cover the concepts and principles of sustainability of chemical processes, sustainable tools to develop more efficient and environmental-friend... chemical processes, advanced tools, and specific applications.In all cases, basic and advanced concepts for tools, as well as various application examples are addressed in each chapter. As a whole, the book aims to provide a solid foundation of knowledge to students and professionals in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering to understand and know the scope of these new tools, and to be able to incorporate them into their wealth of technological possibilities for real applications.
  • Converging Nanotechnology and Digital Intelligence in Energy Storage

    • 1 Edición
    • Abderrahman Abbassi + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Converging Nanotechnology and Digital Intelligence in Energy Storage addresses the growing demand for advanced energy storage technologies that support renewable energy integration, decarbonization, and sustainable development. The book examines the convergence of nanotechnology and digital innovation as a pathway to improving the efficiency, safety, scalability, and lifecycle performance of energy storage systems.The volume explores nanomaterials including nanostructured electrodes, and advanced materials for batteries and hydrogen storage. It also examines digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things platforms, blockchain for monitoring, optimization, predictive maintenance, and decentralized energy management. Together, these topics provide a comprehensive perspective on the design and operation of next-generation energy storage solutions.Converging Nanotechnology and Digital Intelligence in Energy Storage serves as a valuable reference for researchers, engineers, scientists, and industry professionals working across energy, materials science, and digital technologies. By combining theoretical foundations with practical applications and emerging trends, the book offers actionable insights for accelerating innovation in energy storage and advancing global energy transition objectives.
  • Next-Generation VAPT

    Combining OSINT and AI-ML for Enhanced Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing
    • 1 Edición
    • Ravi Sheth + 4 más
    • Inglés
    Next-Generation VAPT: Combining OSINT and AI/ML for Enhanced Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing empowers information security threat intelligence with the fusion of Open-Source Intelligence Tools (OSINT) and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) to identify and detect vulnerabilities more efficiently and effectively. The book highlights the concept of OSINT for gathering actionable threat intelligence and AI/ML for automating threat detection, which ultimately enhances VAPT processes. The authors explain concepts for assessing the security of networks, wireless networks, performing VAPT on mobile devices, and conducting red teaming, which helps end users deal with upcoming threats at an early stage.It focuses on using machine intelligence for developing and validating exploits and AI-driven exploitation testing, which helps field experts discover and exploit vulnerabilities more quickly and accurately. Readers will find essential ethical and legal considerations in AI/ML and OSINT-based VAPT, ensuring responsible and compliant testing practices, accountability, and transparency. Industry Case Studies with solutions and safeguards are an integral part of the books applied approach.
  • Global Engineering Ethics

    • 2 Edición
    • Rockwell Clancy + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Global Engineering Ethics, Second Edition introduces the fundamentals of ethics in a context specific to engineering without privileging any one national or cultural conception of ethics. Numerous case studies from around the world help the reader to clearly see the relevance of design, safety, and professionalism for engineers. This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to understand or communicate the ethics of engineering, including students, academics, and researchers, and it is indispensable for those involved in international and cross-cultural environments.Enginee... increasingly takes place in global contexts, with industrial and research teams operating across national and cultural borders. This book adds a layer of complexity to already challenging ethical issues.
  • Navigating the Business of Sustainability

    A Practitioner's Guide
    • 1 Edición
    • Márcia Balisciano + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Sustainability practitioners are operating in challenging waters: Ever-evolving regulations, shifting political winds, and heightened stakeholder demands have created a landscape that often feels chaotic and contradictory. In this time of profound change there are both significant risks and new opportunities for companies. Navigating these times requires not only technical expertise but also sharper judgment and the ability to balance immediate business demands with long-term value creation.Navigating the Business of Sustainability: A Practitioner’s Guide is a practical, experience-driven resource for leaders striving for positive, lasting impact while charting a rapidly changing landscape. Built on decades of real-world experience from practitioners who have successfully led corporate sustainability through multiple cycles, this book addresses the key challenges when integrating sustainability into business strategy and operations. By focusing on what works in practice, this book is a guide for practitioners to manage conflicting priorities, foster innovation, and create enduring benefits for both business and society.
  • Enzymatic Treatment of Biomass for Energy

    Thermochemical Methods
    • 1 Edición
    • Dan Bahadur Pal + 2 más
    • Inglés
    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. The book addresses the challenges of biomass recalcitrance by exploring enzyme functions that enhance thermal degradation efficiency and bioenergy yield, supporting sustainable energy goals. It covers the fundamentals of biomass composition, enzymatic and combined pretreatment strategies, and detailed enzyme-assisted thermochemical pathways.The book 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.
  • Neural Networks

    A Concise Theoretical Foundation
    • 1 Edición
    • Aydin Sarraf + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Neural Networks: A Concise Theoretical Foundation provides a comprehensive and structured overview of Neural Networks, covering basics as well as advanced topics. The book begins with basic concepts such as perceptrons, gradient-based learning, and optimization, then progresses through convolutional and recurrent networks, attention mechanisms, graph neural networks, and transformer-based models. Further sections explore generative models, reinforcement learning, biological perspectives, and the development of large-scale intelligent systems. The material is intended for students, researchers, and professionals who aim for both theoretical depth and practical understanding of modern Neural Network methods.This book was written to bring clarity and structure to the subject by presenting a unified framework that connects mathematical foundations with recent innovations. It aims to support learners and practitioners who want a single reference that explains both the fundamental ideas and the developments that have shaped current research and technology in artificial intelligence.
  • Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models

    Current Approaches, Challenges, and Future Directions
    • 1 Edición
    • Sanju Tiwari + 3 más
    • Inglés
    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.
  • Advances in Two Dimensional Materials for Gas Sensing Applications

    Fundamentals, Emerging Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges
    • 1 Edición
    • Ram Sevak Singh + 2 más
    • Inglés
    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. The book 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 that are tailored for sensor technologies. Sections also cover gas sensing mechanisms, device integration, strategies for performance enhancement, and the latest advances in theoretical and computational methodologies.Users will find this to be a resource that facilitates informed material selection, device design, and performance optimization while also focusing on reliability, scalability, and the challenges of commercializing 2D material-based gas sensors. In addition, sections discuss 2D nanostructures for advanced sensor applications, highlighting their unique surface properties, high sensitivity, and compatibility with miniaturized devices.
  • Molecular Electronic Structure

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 95
    • Inglés
  • Particle Technology and Engineering

    Fundamentals and Computational Methods
    • 2 Edición
    • Jonathan P.K. Seville + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Particle Technology and Engineering: Fundamentals and Computational Methods, Second Edition provides a comprehensive reference and introduction to the topic, ranging from single particle characterization to bulk powder properties, from particle-particle interaction to particle-fluid interaction, from fundamental mechanics to advanced computational mechanics for particle and powder systems.The book begins with a theoretical framework, with the first eight chapters focusing on properties of single particles and powder systems, their characterization, particle-fluid interactions, and the mechanics of particle and powder systems. These foundational chapters provide examples and exercises to aid in understanding these concepts. The last three chapters build upon this overview to provide more advanced practical guidance focus on modeling and simulations for particle systems and powder processing, including discrete element methods, finite element methods, and machine learning - case studies and complete algorithm models are included to demonstrate the modeling procedures and capabilities. This book serves as an invaluable comprehensive guide to students at postgraduate and late undergraduate level within chemical engineering, as well as other engineering disciplines involving particle technology and chemical processes.This book will also be incredibly useful to early-stage researchers working in chemical process engineering and experienced researchers on mathematical and mechanistic analysis of particulate systems, and on advanced computational methods. This book would also be a useful reference for students, industrial researchers and process designers working in other industries, such as pharmacy, mechanical and civil engineering, food processing and fast-moving consumer goods.
  • Developments in Enzyme Immobilization

    Enhanced Biocatalysts for a Bio-based Circular Economy
    • 1 Edición
    • Pratima Bajpai
    • Inglés
    Developments in Enzyme Immobilization: Enhanced Biocatalysts for a Bio-based Circular Economy explores scientific breakthroughs in transforming enzymes into reusable, high-performance catalysts through advanced nanomaterials, intelligent carrier systems, and cutting-edge techniques such as electrocoagulation and photocatalysis. The book discovers how innovations like metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), magnetic nanoparticles, and AI-driven modeling are enhancing enzyme stability, minimizing waste, and enabling scalable applications in pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and precision medicine. The book covers traditional and novel immobilization methods, matrixes and carrier materials, engineering considerations for industrial deployment, and applications in bio-based industries. It addresses the importance of enzyme immobilization in sustainable manufacturing, explores environmental and economic benefits, and provides insights into future directions and ongoing challenges. "Developments in Enzyme Immobilization" offers essential knowledge and practical tools for researchers, process engineers, chemists, biotechnologists, and environmental scientists working in pharmaceuticals, food technology, bioenergy, and environmental management. This resource empowers professionals to create efficient, eco-friendly processes that contribute to global sustainability.
  • Finite Element Modeling in Structural Mechanics

    From Bernoulli Beams to Reddy Plates, with Examples in Excel®, Mathematica®, and MATLAB®
    • 1 Edición
    • Eugenio Ruocco
    • Inglés
    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.
  • Project Management, Planning and Control

    The Art and Discipline of Delivery
    • 9 Edición
    • David Shannon
    • Inglés
    Project Management, Planning and Control: The Art and Discipline of Delivery, 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.
  • Lignocellulosic Film/Paper Based Advanced Functional Materials

    • 1 Edición
    • Chuanling Si + 4 más
    • Inglés
    The key appeal of Lignocellulosic Film/Paper Based Advanced Functional Materials to readers is its targeted, application-driven focus on lignocellulosic film and paper based functional materials that links fundamental composition and characterization to reproducible processing, diverse high-value applications including energy storage, packaging and sensors, and sustainability considerations—all in a single, coherent volume. Unlike many competitors that treat either fundamentals, processing, or applications in isolation, this book combines rigorous theory, practical case studies and an industry-oriented perspective that makes it useful both to academics and to industry professionals seeking translation paths. The comprehensive framework from fundamentals to applications is structured to allow readers to grasp both the scientific foundations and the practical significance of these materials. The interdisciplinary perspective, assimilating science, engineering and sustainability equips readers to translate laboratory research into scalable, eco-friendly solutions. The book’s forward-looking orientation integrating current theory with practical guidance and case studies supports readers in navigating real-world challenges in material design, optimization and industrial application
  • Healthcare 5.0

    Applications of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, IoMT, and Big Data
    • 1 Edición
    • Yugal Kumar + 2 más
    • Inglés
    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.
  • Industrial Wastewater Treatment, Recycling and Reuse

    • 2 Edición
    • Vivek V. Ranade + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Industrial Wastewater Treatment, Recycling and Reuse, Second Edition remains an accessible reference to assist you when handling wastewater treatment and recycling. The book features an instructive compilation of methodologies, including advanced physico-chemical methods and biological methods of treatment. It focuses on recent industry practices and preferences, along with newer methodologies for energy generation through waste. Industrial Wastewater Treatment, Recycling and Reuse, second edition covers advanced processes in industrial wastewater treatment, applications, and feasibility analysis, and explores the process intensification approach as well as implications for industrial applications. Techno-economic feasibility evaluation is addressed, along with a comparison of different approaches illustrated by specific case studies. It introduces you to the subject with specific reference to problems currently being experienced in different industry sectors, including the petroleum industry, the fine chemicals industry, and the specialty chemicals the manufacturing sector.
  • Intelligent Monitoring of Transport Infrastructure

    Remote Sensing and Analytical Techniques
    • 1 Edición
    • Mercedes Solla Carracelas + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Intelligent Monitoring of Transport Infrastructure comprehensively addresses the challenges of efficiently inspecting, managing, and maintaining transport systems, structures, and networks. It fundamentally proves how transformative the leveraging of cutting-edge instruments and accompanying techniques to enhance data collection, processing, and visualization can be for the field, resulting in more environmentally conscious as well as cost-efficient decision-making operations. From the latest advances in remote sensing, satellite imagery, digital twins, extended reality, and UAV applications to innovative uses of machine learning and artificial intelligence, the book offers a systematic overview whose added value is in the multitude of multi-disciplinary perspectives and invaluable actionable insights that it contributes.The volume is divided into four sections, each of the first three focusing on a key area of development: data collection and analysis; data processing and AI applications; data visualization and management. Finally, the fourth section is fully dedicated to real-world case studies that illustrate data integration methods and the stumbling blocks of inherent implementation practices alongside lessons learnt and workable solution examples that readers from both academia and industry can benefit from, essentially enabling further investigations into enhancing the safety, resilience, and sustainability of transportation infrastructure.
  • Introduction to Natural Disasters

    • 1 Edición
    • Saeid Eslamian + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Introduction to Natural Disasters provides a thorough understanding of the various natural disasters that occur around the world. The book emphasizes real-world examples and case studies from different regions and time periods. By examining past disasters and their aftermath, it offers insight into the measures taken to mitigate future risks. This textbook covers a wide range of disasters, including earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, tsunamis, wildfires, and volcanic eruptions. It encompasses the scientific aspects of natural disasters as well as their societal, economic, and environmental impacts. Each chapter delves into the causes, characteristics, and effects of a specific disaster, offering a holistic view.Initial chapters of the book explore the concept and classification of natural hazards and disasters and then describe hydro-meteorologic disasters, wildland fires, climate change, and natural and man-made hazards. The closing chapters focus on risk assessment and modeling, disaster preparedness, emergency response and recovery and reconstruction. This is a useful resource for undergraduate and graduate students and researchers in the fields of geology, meteorology, emergency management, environmental sciences, geography, civil engineering, water resources and natural resources.
  • AI Below the Surface

    Navigating the Deep Ocean with Intelligence
    • 1 Edición
    • Palanichamy Naveen + 2 más
    • Inglés
    AI Below the Surface: Navigating the Deep Ocean with Intelligence provides a comprehensive overview of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is utilized in marine science, marine biology, and oceanography. Through its exploration of advanced AI technologies and their interaction with complex underwater ecosystems, this edited volume offers valuable insights into future applications and trends as well as to ethical considerations and challenges. Comprised of twelve chapters authored by global experts in AI, marine biology, and oceanography, the book caters to students, researchers, and practitioners seeking a deep understanding of AI's impact in these fields.This resource serves as an accessible and indispensable guide, shedding light on the transformative role of AI in marine exploration.
  • Marine Operations for Offshore Wind Turbines

    Volume 1: Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1 Edición
    • Zhiyu Jiang + 1 más
    • Inglés
    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.
  • Digital Transformation and Equitable Global Health

    A Future-Ready Perspective
    • 1 Edición
    • Arletty Pinel + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Digital Transformation and Equitable Global Health: A Future-Ready Perspective presents a collective body of knowledge and global experiences that demonstrate current status and future trends in the use of exponential technologies and their potential for poverty reduction, improving health outcomes, strengthening health systems, and transforming traditional development aid structures. The book uses a translational innovation perspective to guide the reader—regardless of their area of expertise—on the rationale behind the co-creation of human-centered, affordable, and sustainable digital solutions.It addresses the interest of professionals from multiple areas (e.g., technology, health, social development, global financing), and it is a valuable resource for professionals, social scientists, practitioners, researchers, instructors, and undergraduate and graduate students interested in understanding the challenges and complexities of global public health and the applied uses of health technologies for equitable access to primary health care and universal health coverage.
  • Unlocking the Value of Business Intelligence Applications in Construction

    From Digitalisation to Data-Driven Processes
    • 1 Edición
    • F. Henry Abanda
    • Inglés
    Unlocking the Value of Business Intelligence Applications in Construction: From Digitalisation to Data-Driven Processes reviews and evaluates the major challenges faced in the lifecycle delivery and management of construction projects. The role of business intelligence (BI) in overcoming these challenges is examined, and the book covers the different applications of BI in the different phases of a project lifecycle. Following this, it reviews how BI can be integrated with other emerging technologies, such as AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and generative AI in construction.Various applications are illustrated using workflows to facilitate understanding. Applications of BI and/or BI integrated with related technologies are also presented as case studies or real-life projects.
  • Handbook of MRI Pulse Sequences

    • 2 Edición
    • Xiaohong Joe Zhou + 4 más
    • Inglés
    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.
  • Deformation Processing of High Entropy Alloys

    • 1 Edición
    • Bharat Gwalani + 1 más
    • Inglés
    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.
  • State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies

    • 1 Edición
    • Dan E Scott + 1 más
    • Inglés
    State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies provides updated information on technological advances and research on the state-of-the-art performance of recent geothermal wells drilled for energy in the global push to reduce greenhouse gases. The book provides advances in a rapidly growing market that has adopted and adapted oilfield technologies to rapid scale development and production as demonstrated through global examples in a case-study format. Different geologic formations and well trajectories require different drilling tools and drilling parameters to yield optimum results.Showcasing current examples of successful global geothermal well-drilling applications, this text provides readers, researchers, and industry professionals with the keys needed to rapidly scale geothermal drilling operations, a clean and abundant source of energy that supports sustainability and reduction of carbon emissions.
  • ARM Processors for Power Electronic Applications

    Fundamentals to Programming
    • 1 Edición
    • P. Ponnambalam + 2 más
    • Inglés
    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.
  • Quantitative Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry in Clinical and Pharmacological Analysis

    Principles and Applications in Lipids and Biomarkers
    • 1 Edición
    • Dimitrios Tsikas
    • Inglés
    Quantitative Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry in Clinical and Pharmacological Analysis: Principles and Applications in Lipids and Biomarkers is an essential resource for researchers, clinicians, and analytical scientists involved in clinical and pharmacological analysis. It provides practical guidance on using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and tandem mass spectrometry (GC-MS/MS) for the accurate quantification of physiological substances such as lipids, fatty acids, bile acids, eicosanoids, and biomarkers of oxidative stress like malondialdehyde and isoprostanes. Emphasizing the use of stable isotope-labelled internal standards and chemical ionization techniques, the book enables sensitive and precise measurement of analytes in complex biological samples like blood and urine, supporting disease diagnosis, therapy monitoring, and biomedical research. Designed with a focus on real-world application, it offers step-by-step procedures, troubleshooting tips, and illustrative diagrams to aid understanding. The content covers sample preparation, method validation, and quality control, making it a practical reference for laboratory scientists. Additionally, it highlights recent developments and biomedical applications, providing current knowledge and innovative approaches in the field. Overall, this comprehensive manual bridge analytical techniques with clinical and pharmacological needs, facilitating accurate biomarker analysis to improve health outcomes and scientific understanding.
  • Smart Multifunctional Coatings for Corrosion Detection and Treatment

    • 1 Edición
    • Siva Tamilvanan + 3 más
    • Inglés
    Smart Multifunctional Coatings for Corrosion Detection and Treatment investigates the impact smart multifunctional coatings in corrosion sensing, self-healing, superhydrophobic, anti-fouling, and self-cleaning applications. The book focuses on smart multifunctional materials, their special synthesis techniques, applications, and commercial challenges, and provides a comprehensive analysis of smart materials-based coatings, from the fundamentals to industrial-scale exploratory research. The book sets out the components and performance-governin... parameters of multiple applications of smart coatings, identifying the challenges, trends and limitations involved in their implementation. It is ideal for advanced students and research scholars, as well as industry professionals working in sustainable coatings for various fields, including textiles and the automobile industry.
  • Chalcogenide Nanoparticles

    From Synthesis to Environmental Applications
    • 1 Edición
    • Sabu Thomas + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Chalcogenide Nanoparticles: From Synthesis to Environmental Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis techniques, characterization methods, and properties of chalcogenides-based nanomaterials. The book covers both fundamental principles and advanced topics, making it suitable for researchers, students, and professionals seeking a thorough understanding of the subject. In addition, it features detailed methodologies and case studies on the microbial synthesis of chalcogenide nanoparticles, highlighting innovative and eco-friendly production techniques. Their applications in environmental remediation, including water purification, in organic contaminants degradation, wastewater treatment including bacterial disinfection, heavy metal reduction and ions removal, metal sensing are also covered.By covering the fundamentals, it provides a strong foundation for those new to the field. Sections on microbial synthesis and novel bioconversions offer insights into cutting-edge, sustainable production methods, making it relevant for researchers and practitioners seeking eco-friendly alternatives. The environmental applications chapters are particularly valuable for those looking to apply chalcogenide nanoparticles in practical, real-world scenarios, providing both theoretical and practical knowledge.
  • Microbial–material Interfaces for Environmental and Human Health

    Design, Function, and Sustainability of Bio-Interactive Materials
    • 1 Edición
    • Matthew Chidozie Ogwu + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Microbial–Material Interfaces for Environmental and Human Health: Design, Function, and Sustainability of Bio-Interactive Materials provides a comprehensive materials science framework explaining how microbial ecology and biofilm processes at material surfaces govern degradation, transformation, and health risks. Researchers, engineers, and applied scientists will use this content to understand and predict microbial impacts on metals, polymers, minerals, and emerging materials like nanomaterials and 3D-printed structures. This book supports problem-solving at multiple workflow stages—from fundamental research and interface characterization to materials design and risk assessment—helping users anticipate biodeterioration, contaminant mobility, antimicrobial resistance, and exposure pathways. It enables the development of safer, more durable, and sustainable materials under environmental and climate pressures.
  • Precision Ultrasonic Measurement of Lubricant Film Thickness

    Theory, Compensation, and Application
    • 1 Edición
    • Pan Dou + 4 más
    • Inglés
    Precision Ultrasonic Measurement of Lubricant Film Thickness: Theory, Compensation, and Application 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.
  • Advanced Friction Composites for Braking Systems

    Formulation, Manufacturing, Testing and Applications
    • 1 Edición
    • Vijay Raghunathan + 4 más
    • Inglés
    Advanced Friction Composites for Braking Systems: Formulation, Manufacturing, Testing and Applications delves into the development and characterization of friction composites, addressing their formulation, manufacturing processes, and testing methodologies. The primary objectives of the book are to explore recent advancements and technological innovations in this important field, focusing on materials, development processes, and testing standards. The significance of the topic lies in the growing demand for high-performance friction materials in the automotive industry and the need to comply with environmental regulations banning asbestos and copper. The book is structured to introduce the basics of friction composites, including their historical development, followed by detailed chapters on the various ingredients used in their formulations, such as fillers, binders, fibers, and friction modifiers. It then explores the manufacturing processes and various testing protocols to ensure the composites meet the required standards. Additionally, the book will feature case studies, analytical approaches, and a global market survey to provide a comprehensive understanding of the industry's current and future trends.The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, industrial R&D, manufacturers, and other professionals specializing in advanced friction composites for braking systems.
  • MXene in Hydrogen Technology

    Unleashing the Power of Two-Dimensional Materials for Clean Energy
    • 1 Edición
    • Pooja Devi + 2 más
    • Inglés
    MXene in Hydrogen Technology: Unleashing the Power of Two-Dimensional Materials for Clean Energy offers a thorough exploration of how MXenes can address major challenges in hydrogen production, storage, and fuel cells. Drawing on insights from leading experts, the book provides a comprehensive overview of MXene structures, properties, and their catalytic roles, making it an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals seeking practical knowledge in green hydrogen technologies. Beyond foundational concepts, the book delves into application-specific details including electro-catalytic and photo-catalytic hydrogen generation, material requirements for hydrogen storage, and the integration of MXenes with metal hydrides and fuel cells.Readers gain practical insights through real-world case studies and learn about cutting-edge topics such as life cycle assessment, techno-economic analysis, environmental impact, and the use of machine learning for material performance prediction. Each chapter systematically details the latest advances, making this volume a unique reference for accelerating progress toward a sustainable, hydrogen-powered future.
  • Techniques and Protocols for Evaluating Nanosystems

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    Volume 95
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    Fundamentals and Applications
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    Sustainable Nano-coatings and Advanced Innovations
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    Fundamentals, Properties and Applications
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  • Ionic Liquid Polymer-Based Hybrid Composites

    Materials, Properties, and Devices
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  • Plasma Processing for Semiconductor Materials and Thin-Film Devices

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  • Wood-Based Composites

    Chemistry, Design Formulations, Properties and Applications
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  • Advances in Carbohydrate Chemistry and Biochemistry

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