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  • BiOX-based Photocatalysts for Dual Applications

    Water Treatment and Energy Storage
    • 1st Edition
    • Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan + 1 more
    • English
    BiOX-based Photocatalysts for Dual Applications: Water Treatment and Energy Storage presents opportunities for finding balance between the progress in semiconductor materials and their seminal applications in cutting-edge areas of water treatment and energy storage, which mitigate environmental impact. This book provides an understanding of BiOX with respect to the relationship between materials’ structure and photoreaction performance, paving the way for a new direction of photocatalysis technology for the future of water treatment. Subsequently, the development of the next generation of BiOX would allow an efficient collection of sunlight to catalyze chemical reactions, promoting solar energy utilization as the cleanest and most sustainable energy source in the long-term. To reflect this novelty, the works presented in this book focuses on BiOX applications not only for water treatment, but also for energy storage and conversion.Written by world-class experts in their respective fields, this book will be an excellent resource for postgraduate students and postdoctoral researchers and academics in chemical engineering, chemistry, physics, and environmental science doing research on advanced oxidation process (AOP); technicians working in research and development on different uses of BiOX-based material for photocatalytic applications; and waste specialists in the waste and energy industries.

  • Machine Learning and Data Analysis for Energy Efficiency in Buildings

    Intelligent Operation, Maintenance, and Optimization of Building Energy Systems
    • 1st Edition
    • Tianyi Zhao + 2 more
    • English
    Machine Learning and Data Analysis for Energy Efficiency in Buildings: Intelligent Operation, Maintenance, and Optimization of Building Energy Systems introduces data basics, from selecting and evaluating data to the identification and repair of abnormalities. Other sections cover data mining applied to energy forecasting, including long- and short-term predictions, the introduction of occupant-focused behavior analysis, and current methods for supply and demand applications. Case studies are included in each part to assist in evaluation and implementation of these techniques across building energy systems.Working from the fundamentals of big data analysis to a complete method for building energy assessment, flexibility, and management, this book provides students, researchers, and professionals with an essential, cutting-edge resource on this important technology.

  • Nelson Pediatrics Board Review

    Certification and Recertification
    • 2nd Edition
    • Terry Dean Jr. + 1 more
    • English
    Prepare for success on the boards with Nelson’s Pediatric Board Review: Certification and Recertification, Second Edition. This highly practical review tool follows the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) general pediatrics content outline and focuses on the topics you will most likely see on the exam. Must-know information is presented in a manner that’s easy to study and remember, and is backed by the renowned Nelson family of references that you trust for current, authoritative information in your field.

  • Corrosion Atlas Case Studies

    2025 Edition
    • 1st Edition
    • Fuad Khoshnaw
    • English
    Corrosion Atlas Case Studies: 2025 Edition gives engineers expedient corrosion solutions for common industrial equipment, no matter the industry. Providing a purely operational level view, this reference is designed as concise case studies categorized by material. It includes content surrounding the phenomenon, equipment appearance (supported by a color image), time of service, conditions where the corrosion occurred, cause, and suggested remedies within each case study. Rounding out with an introductory, foundational layer of corrosion principles, this book delivers what is needed to solve equipment corrosion problems. Finally, additional reference listings for deeper understanding beyond the practical elements are also included.

  • Studies in Natural Products Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 86
    • Atta-ur-Rahman
    • English
    Studies in Natural Products Chemistry, Volume 86 is a comprehensive work that delves into the synthesis, evaluation, and documentation of the medicinal properties found in natural products. The book highlights innovative progress in the discovery, isolation, and analysis of bioactive compounds from both the plant and animal kingdoms. These compounds stem from complex biosynthetic processes shaped over thousands of years by genetic influences. Thanks to breakthroughs in spectroscopic and high-throughput screening techniques, researchers can now quickly identify and assess the structure and biological activity of natural products, opening the door to new pharmaceutical developments.In addition to focusing on isolation and structural analysis, the book explores cutting-edge methods in synthesis, biosynthesis, and pharmacology. It provides readers with up-to-date accounts of advances that fuel new drug discovery and development, making it an essential reference for scientists and professionals in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and drug design. The vast chemical diversity covered sets the stage for future innovations in therapeutic research and application.

  • Active Geophysical Monitoring

    • 3rd Edition
    • Hitoshi Mikada + 2 more
    • English
    Active Geophysical Monitoring covers the praxis of active geophysical monitoring in a broad range of applications, Including CCUS, hydrocarbon/geotherm... reservoir development and management, groundwater, earthquake monitoring, and more. The editors and contributing authors thoroughly examine the latest developments and technologies in this new edition.The text begins with an in-depth overview of active geophysical monitoring, followed by a close look at active targets and the latest technology. The theory of data analysis and interpretation follows in detail. The text closes with 15 case histories in signal processing as well as carbon captureand storage.This updated edition is an invaluable resource for geophysicists employing a range of monitoring applications.

  • Progress in Hydrogen Production via Sonolysis Processes

    • 1st Edition
    • Slimane Merouani + 2 more
    • English
    Progress in Hydrogen Production via Sonolysis Processes highlights recent developments in numerical and experimental hydrogen production by ultrasound (sonolysis). The book serves as a comprehensive and quick reference with a high-level historical review of the technology, detailed technical descriptions, and the latest experimental and numerical achievements. It reviews hydrogen production technologies, sonolysis, and ultrasound-assisted processes and examines numerical acoustic cavitation (bubble sonochemistry) for hydrogen sono-production. Other sections cover cutting-edge computational research and its benefits for understanding multiple issues related to the use of ultrasound as an innovative clean technology for hydrogen production.Issues covered range from the mechanism of sonochemical production, the factors and phenomena that influence it, intensification techniques, and the active bubble population (number and size) in sonicated water.

  • Polybenzimidazole-Based Materials

    From Synthesis to Application
    • 1st Edition
    • Hongting Pu
    • English
    Polybenzimidazoles (PBIs) represent a unique class of polymers with exceptional thermo-mechanical properties and chemical resistance suitable for a variety of applications. It is primarily used to produce temperature and flame-resistant fibers but because of its high thermal stability and interesting structure of imidazole-based polymers, PBIs are attracting steadily increasing interest for applications in different fields.Polybenzimida... Materials: From Synthesis to Application presents readers with comprehensive and cutting-edge information on the synthesis, structure modification, processing, properties, and applications of PBIs with various structure as well as their related copolymers. Recent advances and new applications of PBIs are also discussed, making this a valuable reference for material scientists, polymer scientists and engineers in academia and industry.

  • Fuelling the Future

    Intelligent Approaches for Harnessing Hydrogen Energy
    • 1st Edition
    • Deepanraj Balakrishnan + 2 more
    • English
    Fuelling the Future: Intelligent Approaches for Harnessing Hydrogen Energy explores the transformative potential of hydrogen as a clean, renewable energy source. The opening chapter delves into the global need to shift towards sustainable energy solutions, emphasizing hydrogen’s role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting the transition to a greener economy. It introduces machine learning as a cutting-edge tool for solving complex challenges associated with hydrogen production and utilization, offering a glimpse into a smarter, data-driven approach to energy management. It also navigates key issues such as scalability, cost-efficiency, and environmental impacts, ensuring a holistic understanding of hydrogen’s future in energy systems.Beyond optimization, the book addresses practical applications of hydrogen energy in transportation, industry, and storage.

  • Optimal Operation and Resilience Enhancement of Integrated Power and Transport Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Shiwei Xie + 3 more
    • English
    Optimal Operation and Resilience Enhancement of Integrated Power and Transport Systems is a comprehensive guide designed to equip readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of modern energy and transport systems. Bridging the gap between foundational theories and cutting-edge applications, the book emphasizes actionable strategies for enhancing system performance and resilience. With a focus on sustainable solutions, it empowers professionals to address critical challenges in an era of increasing interdependence between power and transport infrastructures.Beyo... its foundational principles, the book delves into advanced methodologies, practical case studies, and innovative technologies. It serves as an indispensable resource for engineers, researchers, and policymakers, fostering a deeper understanding of system optimization.

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