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  • Gallium Nitride-Based Materials and Chips Epitaxially Grown on a Silicon Substrate

    • 1st Edition
    • Guoqiang Li
    • English
    Gallium nitride (GaN) is a wide bandgap semiconductor with significant applications in optoelectronic and high-power electronic devices. The epitaxial growth of GaN on silicon (Si) substrates is of great interest due to the low cost, large wafer size, good thermal conductivity, and compatibility with established Si device technology. Gallium Nitride-Based Materials and Chips Epitaxially Grown on a Silicon Substrate reviews research on developing high-performance semiconductor materials and chips using gallium nitride-based materials. In particular the book, firstly, describes a novel, two-step growth method that combines low-temperature epitaxy by pulsed laser deposition (PLD) with high-temperature epitaxy by metal-organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD)/molecular beam epitaxy (MBE). This method effectively controls the stress of Si-based GaN epitaxial materials and significantly reduces the defect density of the epitaxial materials by three orders of magnitude. Secondly, in terms of chip structure design, the book describes a variety of Si-based GaN chips with novel heteroepitaxial structures, leading to the improved the efficiency of various chips such as light-emitting diode (LED) chips, high-electron-mobili... transistors, Schottky diodes, photodetector chips, photoelectrochemical water-splitting chips, and Si-based GaN integrated chips. Finally, the book describes novel chip fabrication processes which greatly improve the performance and production efficiency of various chips by more than 30%.

  • Circular Economy Through Waste Management and Resource Utilization

    • 1st Edition
    • Rahul Baidya + 4 more
    • English
    Circular Economy Through Waste Management and Resource Utilization delves into the intricacies of waste management and resource circulation, exploring specific aspects of the circular economy framework, including innovative technologies for waste treatment and recycling, case studies on successful circular economy initiatives across industries, and policy recommendations to foster the adoption of circularity principles on a global scale. By synthesizing cutting-edge research and practical insights, this edited book serves as a valuable resource for academics, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking to understand and contribute to the advancement of circular economy practices through effective waste managements and waste utilization.With a focus on practical solutions and actionable strategies, the book provides a roadmap for navigating the complexities of modern waste management systems and harnessing the potential of resource circulation to achieve sustainable development goals. Each chapter offers a unique perspective on key challenges and opportunities in the transition towards a circular economy and resource circulation, from the integration of circular principles through sustainable waste management to the optimization of waste-to-energy technologies and the development of circular supply chains.

  • Remote Sensing Techniques for Blue Carbon and Coastal Ecosystem Monitoring

    • 1st Edition
    • Uzair Aslam Bhatti + 2 more
    • English
    Remote Sensing Techniques for Blue Carbon and Coastal Ecosystem Monitoring offers a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge remote sensing technologies for the effective monitoring and conservation of blue carbon ecosystems, including mangroves and seagrass beds. In the face of increasing threats from emerging contaminants such as plastics, pharmaceuticals, and pollutants, this book highlights the vital role these ecosystems play in carbon sequestration and climate change mitigation. Combining satellite imagery, UAV-based sensing, hyperspectral techniques, and ecological models with GIS integration, it provides both theoretical insights and practical case studies from around the world.Essential for students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, this guide equips readers with the tools necessary to assess ecosystem health, inform management strategies, and support sustainable coastal development in a rapidly changing environment.

  • Thermal Energy Storage

    The Path from Theory to Application
    • 1st Edition
    • Shailendra Kumar Shukla + 4 more
    • English
    Thermal Energy Storage: The Path from Theory to Application offers a comprehensive exploration of the science and practical implementation of thermal energy storage (TES) systems. The book consolidates significant scientific contributions, covering foundational principles such as thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow, with detailed insights into various TES methods, including sensible, latent, thermochemical, and hybrid systems. Sections emphasize the evolution of TES technologies, their advantages, limitations, and innovative approaches to addressing current energy challenges. Then, the book delves into advanced techniques like predictive modeling, numerical methods, experimental strategies, and cutting-edge tools such as 3-D printing and specialized software.Sections also highlight the application of TES across diverse sectors, including building management, power generation, decentralized electrification, food supply chains, and data centers, all supported by practical case studies from around the world. It concludes with a discussion of market dynamics, environmental benefits, and emerging trends shaping the future of thermal energy storage, making it an essential resource for both researchers and practitioners.

  • Modeling and Simulation of Multiphase and Reactive Flows

    From Fundamentals to Engineering Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Yu Lv + 3 more
    • English
    Modeling and Simulation of Multiphase and Reactive Flows: From Fundamentals to Engineering Applications offers integrated coverage of state-of-the-art advancements in the study of computational fluid dynamics. The book accompanies readers on a pedagogically progressive journey that exposes them first to the fundamental physics of multicomponent flows and then moves on to more advanced topics in a number of target applications of current interest, with particular emphasis on aerospace, automotive, thermal, and nuclear engineering. A wide spectrum of flows including bubbly flows, liquid atomization, cavitation, chemically reactive flows, spray combustion, hypersonic flows, and detonation motion are discussed.Further cognizance of how to control and manipulate these phenomena is enabled by leveraging powerful technologies for numerical modeling and simulation techniques, with worked-out computational exercises and sample case studies also being featured to encourage practical endeavors to promisingly enhance the performance of many propulsion and energy systems.

  • Advances in Automotive Exhaust Gas Control and Aftertreatment Technologies

    • 1st Edition
    • Mejdi Jeguirim
    • English
    Automotive Exhaust Gas Control and Aftertreatment Technologies provides valuable insights into effective practices and innovative solutions to address the complexities of emissions management for internal combustion engines (both gasoline and diesel), alternative fuel vehicles, and hybrid systems. The book opens with the fundamental theory of pollutants’ formation and a comprehensive examination of the critical challenges posed by harmful emissions to both human health and the environment. The ensuing structured framework allows for an in-depth exploration of exhaust gas control technologies, which delve into catalytic converters, oxidation and reduction methods, and advanced aftertreatment devices.The integration of renewable fuels and hybridization techniques is also addressed, spotlighting their significance in achieving cleaner and more efficient vehicle systems engineering. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this well-thought-out reference volume is the ideal resource for researchers, students, and professionals who aim to drive the evolving automotive landscape forward in a pivotal way while also meeting both regulatory and consumer demands.

  • Process Intensification for Carbon Capture and Utilization

    • 1st Edition
    • Suttichai Assabumrungrat + 2 more
    • English
    Process Intensification for Carbon Capture and Utilization provides a comprehensive review of carbon dioxide capture and utilization (CCU) technologies from a process engineering approach, focusing on process intensification to enhance sustainability and efficient chemical process and process design. Sections provide a brief theoretical overview of CCU process design and then build to practical guidance – offering case studies and real-world applications for achieving environmental sustainability goals, reduction of carbon emissions, and the creation of value-added products from captured CO2. Chapters also highlight advancements in methodologies and tools of Process Systems Engineering (PSE) for the design of CCU processes, including outlines and worked examples.This book is suitable for a wide audience in academia and industry interested in CCU technologies, and will be valuable for students, research scientists, engineers, and practitioners seeking an overview or in-depth knowledge on CCU. Additionally, the book's content can be used as teaching resources for advanced courses.

  • Energy Storage Materials

    Innovations and Emerging Trends
    • 1st Edition
    • Sunaja Devi K. R + 2 more
    • English
    Energy Storage Materials: Innovations and Emerging Trends addresses the urgent global need for advanced, sustainable energy storage solutions. As the transition to renewable energy accelerates, the demand for high-performance, cost-effective, and environmentally-frie... storage systems has never been greater. This scientific reference fills a critical gap by focusing on the latest developments in materials chemistry, nanotechnology, and device engineering, offering a consolidated resource for researchers and professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of energy storage technologies. The book's contents are organized into three distinct parts: fundamentals of energy storage, advanced functional materials, and emerging technologies.Chapter... provide in-depth coverage of core concepts, including design metrics, battery principles, and the optimization of electrolytes and separators. The book explores the synthesis, properties, and applications of cutting-edge materials such as carbon quantum dots, graphene derivatives, metal oxides and sulfides, conducting polymers, MXenes, MBenes, organometallic frameworks, MOFs, and their composites. It further examines sustainable and adaptive solutions including biomass-derived electrodes, hydrogel-based materials, self-healing systems, thin-film devices, and computational modeling, culminating in a forward-looking analysis of market trends and future directions.

  • Landslide Science

    Geospatial Advances in Monitoring, Modeling, and Management
    • 1st Edition
    • Christos Polykretis + 3 more
    • English
    Landslide Science: Geospatial Advances in Monitoring, Modeling, and Management presents a detailed exploration of the latest advancements in landslide research, offering a thorough examination of the latest geospatial technologies and methodologies. The book begins with a comprehensive exploration of landslides, starting with an understanding of their nature, including characteristics, types, and historical perspectives. Factors triggering or influencing landslides are examined, such as rainfall, earthquakes, and topographical influences. Remote sensing techniques for landslide investigation are detailed, covering detection, monitoring, and imagery data processing methods using various sensors and technologies.In addition, spatial landslide assessment and mapping are discussed, including inventory mapping, susceptibility assessment, and hazard assessment utilizing different approaches and uncertainty validation methods. Engineering-based landslide analysis focuses on geotechnical aspects, hydrogeological influences, and methodologies for simulations and slope stability analysis. The book also addresses landslide impacts and risk management strategies, covering vulnerability assessment, risk analysis, environmental consequences, prevention, mitigation strategies, and community engagement.

  • Resource Recovery from Biomedical and Hazardous Industrial Waste

    Challenges and Opportunities
    • 1st Edition
    • Atun Roy Choudhury + 4 more
    • English
    Resource Recovery from Biomedical and Hazardous Industrial Waste: Challenges and Opportunities examines the complexities involved in managing biomedical and hazardous industrial waste, focusing on innovative resource recovery techniques. This book addresses the challenges of global waste management systems and presents practical solutions, covering waste classification, collection, treatment technologies, and environmental impacts. It also emphasizes emerging methodologies such as waste-to-energy, recycling, and the valorization of hazardous materials into valuable resources, promoting sustainable practices.With a thorough analysis of emerging trends, including the impact of COVID-19 on waste management and a strong emphasis on innovative, sustainable practices, this book provides valuable insights for advancing waste recovery solutions.

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