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  • Handbook of Satellite Land Products

    • 1st Edition
    • Shunlin Liang + 1 more
    • English
    Handbook of Satellite Land Products compiles the key information of as many satellite products as possible for each essential land variable. It provides a comprehensive list of openly accessible high-level satellite products that characterize the essential land surface variables of the Earth system, including the original data sources, inversion algorithms, product characteristics, validation accuracy, and any existing applications. Each product includes satellite data inversion methodology and high-level product generation and application information, allowing for comparison of different products and selection of the correct ones for different applications.This book will help researchers, professors, and graduate students grasp the knowledge of existing satellite land products, understand the advantages and limitations, and follow the practical application examples.
  • Dynamics of Tethered Satellites and Space Elevators

    • 1st Edition
    • Arun K. Misra + 1 more
    • English
    Dynamics of Tethered Satellites and Space Elevators provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge of tethered space systems, including their potential applications, history, and a description of past and current space tether missions. This is followed by an in-depth investigation into various aspects of the dynamics and control of rigid and flexible single-tether space systems, tether propulsion, and multi-tether satellite systems. The use of tethers to remove space debris is discussed next alongside other sustainability-relat... considerations, making the content all the more relevant in view of the global pressures that stakeholders in the space sector currently face.An entire section of chapters on the dynamics of partial and full space elevators concludes the volume.
  • Carbon-Based Materials and Composites for Water and Wastewater Treatment

    • 1st Edition
    • Abu Hassan Nordin + 2 more
    • English
    Carbon-Based Materials and Composites for Water and Wastewater Treatment discusses the potential utilization of carbon-based materials and composites for the removal of various type of contaminants in water bodies due to their unique features, such as earth-abundance, recyclability, low-cost of production processes, and stability. As carbon can be derived from many types of raw materials and process techniques, the book covers various sources of raw materials from synthetic or natural precursors that have high carbon content, along with their synthesis processes. This synthesized carbon is used in different types of water and wastewater treatment technologies, including adsorbents, membranes, photocatalysts, electrodes, and fenton-catalysts.The book covers the application and efficiency of these carbon-based technologies in the removal of different type of pollutants from water bodies. The feasibility, practicability and economic aspects of using carbon-based materials in water and wastewater treatment are also described in the book
  • Biotribology of Engineering Materials

    Principles, Modeling, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Ahmed Abdelbary + 1 more
    • English
    Biotribology of Engineering Materials: Principles, Modeling, and Applications introduces readers to the tribology of materials commonly used in biomedical applications, covering their mechanical behaviors, surface modification, failure modes, modeling, and much more. Lubricants, testing and evaluation methods, coating technologies, and tribocorrosion of these materials are also discussed. Materials covered include metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, and ti-, co-, mg-, zn-, and fe-based alloys. Coverage of micro- and nano-materials is also included, as are specific biomedical applications, such as the tribological behavior of materials for joint and dental implants, dental restoration devices, and fracture fixation devices.
  • Economic Dispatch and Generation Scheduling in Operation of Modern Power Systems

    Optimization Techniques and Real-World Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • K. P. Singh Parmar + 3 more
    • English
    Economic Dispatch and Generation Scheduling in Operation of Modern Power Systems: Optimization Techniques and Real-World Applications is a comprehensive resource, bridging the gap between traditional power generation methodologies and advanced optimization techniques. Chapters review foundational principles of economic dispatch and generation scheduling, then demonstrate mathematical models, optimization techniques, and the impact of renewable energy integration. The role of cutting-edge methods such as Artificial Intelligence and machine learning in dispatch, energy storage systems and electric vehicles, and advancements in smart grid technologies are also examined.The book examines the rapid evolution of power systems, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches to address the complexities of energy supply and demand.Case studies and real-world applications are included to provide readers with insights into practical implementations and contemporary challenges in the field. This is a valuable resource for professionals, students, and researchers in energy, enhancing understanding of how to optimize energy, reduce operational costs, and improve reliability in an evolving landscape.
  • Next-Generation Microgrids

    Components, Control Algorithms, and Design
    • 1st Edition
    • Olubayo Moses Babatunde + 1 more
    • English
    Next-Generation Microgrids: Components, Control Algorithms, and Design guides engineers or students through the design, control, and operation of microgrids, integrating cutting-edge techniques and technologies with pragmatic implementation advice. This book begins by breaking down the fundamental principles of microgrid technology, before detailed discussions on microgrid design and the integration of distributed energy resources. Subsequent chapters investigate optimization, energy storage systems, advanced power electronics, and critical power quality enhancement strategies. Using a multidisciplinary approach that includes practical questions such as regulatory guidance and communication and networking technology, the book provides everything a reader needs to maximise the sustainability impact of microgrids. Bridging the gap between fundamental concepts and advanced practical applications, Next-Generation Microgrids: Components, Control Algorithms, and Design is an essential resource for the students, researchers, and industry professionals responsible for developing and implementing this technology in the grids of the future.
  • Mitochondria-targeted Drug Delivery Strategies for Cancer Therapy

    • 1st Edition
    • Arun Kumar Singh + 4 more
    • English
    Mitochondria-targete... Drug Delivery Strategies for Cancer Therapy explores the innovative use of biocompatible, multifunctional nanoplatforms to target mitochondria for selective drug delivery, enhancing treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the role of nanotechnology in cancer treatment, reviewing the basics of nanotechnology and cancer biology, advanced nanoengineering strategies, and the development of mitochondria-targete... drug delivery systems, such as liposomal therapies, photosensitizer nanoparticles, and peptides for cancer treatment, along with strategies to modulate mitochondrial functions using nanomaterials.This is a valuable resource to researchers and scientists interested in the application of nanotechnology for improved cancer therapy as it provides a thorough overview of real-world applications and future research trends as well as a discussion on overcoming challenges in mitochondrial targeting.
  • Ultrasonic Shot Peening

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Fei Yin
    • English
    Ultrasonic Shot Peening: Fundamentals and Applications covers the fundamentals of this process, describing its mechanisms, numerical modeling of ultrasonic shot peening (USP), and experimental approaches to surface morphology evaluation during USP. Following sections discuss the fabrication of gradient nanostructured surfaces by USP, including surface nanocrystallization of stainless steel, high entropy alloys, titanium alloys, low-carbon steel, and copper. In addition, this section investigates the enhanced mechanical behaviors USP can provide in gradient nanostructured materials, such as improved strength-ductility, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and fatigue resistance.The final section of the book outlines applications of USP and in-situ methods of producing nanograined metallic flakes and powders. A companion website with downloadable code and video clips is also included.
  • Laboratory Diagnosis of Inherited Metabolic Diseases

    • 2nd Edition
    • Uttam Garg + 2 more
    • English
    Laboratory Diagnosis of Inherited Metabolic Diseases, Second Edition provides the most up-to-date guidance on laboratory test selection and interpretation, illustrated metabolic pathways, and information on clinical presentation, genetics, pathogenesis, treatment, and prognosis of these diseases. Since the first edition and the expansion of newborn screening, an increasing number of healthcare providers are encountering metabolic disorders, so selecting and interpreting tests can be challenging. This fully revised edition offers simple and practical approaches to understanding metabolic diseases, assisting in the selection of tests for confirmatory diagnosis and clinical follow-up.Biochemica... genetic testing is a key laboratory medicine discipline for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating inherited metabolic diseases (IMDs). These tests are complex and specialized, and use a variety of specimens, including blood, urine, plasma, and cerebrospinal fluid. The tests evaluate enzyme activity, protein function, and metabolite levels, such as fatty acids, amino acids, and organic acids.
  • GenAI in Higher Education

    Ethical Frontiers, Challenge and Sustainable Pathways
    • 1st Edition
    • Upasana Gitanjali Singh
    • English
    GenAI in Higher Education: Ethical Frontiers, Challenge and Sustainable Pathways fills a critical gap in discussing generative AI’s ethical impact on higher education. With AI adoption accelerating, the book provides a resource that offers clear, actionable guidance on implementing AI responsibly, focusing on academic integrity, fairness, and governance. It helps to ensure that AI is a tool for inclusive, transparent, and sustainable learning.