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Books in Physical sciences and engineering

  • High-Performance Computing

    Applications and Frontiers
    • 1st Edition
    • Oscar Diez
    • English
    High-Performance Computing: Applications and Frontiers serves as an essential, up-to-date guide for those seeking to master the rapidly evolving field of HPC. Building on foundational concepts, this volume delves into specialized tools and emerging technologies shaping modern research and industry, such as parallel and distributed systems, GPU programming, quantum computing, and cloud-based solutions. Designed for advanced students, researchers, and professionals, it prepares readers to tackle real-world challenges by combining theoretical insights with practical expertise, offering a clear roadmap for navigating both established and cutting-edge HPC landscapes.The book further distinguishes itself by exploring domain-specific applications, machine learning, and the future trajectory of high-performance computing. Key topics include containerization, AI-powered HPC, hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, as well as recent advancements in GPU and quantum technologies. With its blend of theory and hands-on examples, this book is a versatile reference that meets the growing demand for a comprehensive resource in today's data-driven world.

  • Plastic Circularity

    Data Development, Flow Analysis, and Value Chain Coordination
    • 1st Edition
    • Paul T. Mativenga + 2 more
    • English
    Plastic Circularity: Data Development, Flow Analysis, and Value Chain Coordination presents a comprehensive framework for tackling the challenge of plastic waste through a circular economy approach. The book explores innovative methodologies for modeling plastic material flows, evaluating sustainability metrics and enhancing stakeholder participation across the value chain. This essential resource covers critical topics such as lifecycle impact assessments, data building, and stakeholder dynamics, providing actionable insights for transitioning to tighter circularity loops.By offering practical tools and case studies, the comprehensive resource empowers decision-makers to enhance recycling systems and promote sustainable practices, contributing to a more environmentally responsible plastic economy.

  • Waste

    A Handbook for Management
    • 3rd Edition
    • Trevor Letcher + 1 more
    • English
    Waste: A Handbook for Management, Third Edition, presents updated information on the latest advancements in waste management, emphasizing sustainable practices and innovative technologies. This edition introduces new chapters on emerging issues, including food waste management and waste from renewable energy infrastructure, ensuring that readers are equipped with the tools necessary to develop sustainable waste management strategies. This book covers topics such as best practice and management of waste, regulation of waste streams, waste collection, and bioengineering. Readers will also find detailed discussions in each chapter on health aspects, waste prevention and reuse, emission pathways, collection and transport, sustainability and life cycle, the ecological effects of waste, and community involvement. Contributions from leading experts in the field are featured, ensuring that readers have access to reliable guidance on managing diverse waste streams.

  • Data-Driven Developments of Entropic Materials under Extreme Conditions

    • 1st Edition
    • Yong Zhang
    • English
    Data-Driven Developments of Entropic Materials Under Extreme Conditions is a unique resource that offers readers an up-to-date understanding of data-driven design and development of entropic materials, including their behavior in extreme states. Drawing on examples and current research, the book covers the use of advanced data science in the development of high-entropy alloys, the dynamic behavior of entropic materials, and the development of entropic materials for nuclear, cryogenic, and high temperature applications.

  • Climate-Smart Water Resource Management: A Paradigm Shift from Ancient to Modern Practices with Integrated Technologies

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 15
    • English
    A concise exploration of how climate-smart water resource management has evolved from ancient irrigation wisdom to cutting, edge modern technologies. This book traces a paradigm shift—from traditional practices that harmonized with local climates to data-driven, integrated solutions that optimize supply, demand, and resilience in the face of climate variability. It blends historical case studies with contemporary innovations such as sensors, automation, AI-driven analytics, and sustainable policy frameworks. Readers gain practical insights into designing adaptive, resilient water systems that protect ecosystems, support communities, and ensure water security for the future.

  • Electric Vehicle Conductive and Wireless Charging Technologies

    Power Electronics for Grid Integration
    • 1st Edition
    • Yiming Zhang + 1 more
    • English
    Electric Vehicle Conductive and Wireless Charging Technologies: Power Electronics for Grid Integration provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements and challenges in the field of electric vehicle charging technology. The book begins by providing a clear assessment of the research history and context before proposing a set of implantation standards for both conductive and wireless charging. Each charging technology is given a detailed assessment, and the two are contrasted in a variety of case studies and scenarios. Specific challenges such as wide-voltage-gain efficient conductive charging and misalignment tolerance and interoperability in wireless charging are presented, with potential solutions.Critically... auxiliary systems from positioning to foreign object detection are put in context, and a practical assessment of integration challenge is provided. This book equips students, researchers, and engineer with a holistic view of the challenges, cutting-edge research landscape, and integration opportunities related to EV wireless and conductive charging.

  • Quantum Communication and Cryptography

    • 1st Edition
    • Walter O. Krawec
    • English
    Quantum Communication and Cryptography introduces readers to the theory of quantum cryptography, with a focus will on quantum key distribution (QKD) and more advanced quantum cryptographic protocols beyond QKD. It contains a brief introduction to the field of modern cryptography that is needed to fully appreciate and understand how quantum cryptographic systems are proven secure, and how they can be safely used in combination with current day classical systems. Readers are then introduced to quantum key distribution (QKD) - perhaps the most celebrated, and currently the most practical, of quantum cryptographic techniques.Basic protocols are described, and security proofs are given, providing readers with the knowledge needed to understand how QKD protocols are proven secure using modern, state- of-the-art definitions of security. Following this, more advanced QKD protocols are discussed, along with alternative quantum and classical methods to improve QKD performance. Finally, alternative quantum cryptographic protocols are covered, along with a discussion on some of the practical considerations of quantum secure communication technology. Throughout, protocols are described in a clear and consistent manner that still provides comprehensive, theoretical proofs and methods.

  • Cooling Technologies for Machining Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Brusly Solomon + 3 more
    • English
    Cooling Technologies for Machining Applications explores cutting-edge cooling techniques and materials, covering fundamentals of cooling processes to advanced methodologies and addressing heat transfer challenges in modern machining applications. The book begins with an in-depth introduction to machining, discussing parameters, cooling techniques, materials, and various machining processes. Subsequent chapters explore cooling technologies in machining, near-dry machining of emerging materials, minimal quantity lubrication, active cooling methodologies, air-assisted cooling, cryogenic cooling, passive cooling techniques, hybrid cooling methods, application of Phase Change Materials (PCMs) in cooling, and modeling and simulation of cooling in machining applications. The book offers a wealth of knowledge for professionals and researchers in the fields of mechanical engineering, manufacturing, thermal management, and materials science. It presents practical case studies and comparative analyses, making it a valuable resource for those looking to implement the latest cooling techniques and technologies for enhanced operational performance and environmental impact mitigation, and is essential for students, academicians, researchers, industrialists, scientists, government agencies, and policymakers involved in promoting sustainability and energy efficiency in manufacturing industries.

  • Environmental and Health Impacts of Nitrogen Dioxide Pollution

    Understanding Exposure, Risks, and Mitigation
    • 1st Edition
    • Flavio Manoel Rodrigues da Silva Júnior + 1 more
    • English
    Environmental and Health Impacts of Nitrogen Dioxide Pollution: Understanding Exposure, Risks, and Mitigation offers a comprehensive examination of nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) as a critical air pollutant, exploring its sources, chemistry, and formation. The book explores the profound human health and environmental consequences associated with NO₂ pollution. It evaluates the health costs and benefits of reducing NO₂ levels, especially in urban centers, highlighting positive impacts on community well-being and healthcare costs. Through epidemiological studies, the book illustrates the long-term implications of NO₂ exposure on vulnerable populations and addresses the significant environmental impacts on ecosystems and biodiversity.Section... highlight innovative approaches, such as utilizing vegetation to reduce urban NO₂ pollution, and examines the interplay between nitrogen dioxide and climate change, projecting future scenarios. Furthermore, it addresses socioeconomic disparities in NO₂ exposure, linking environmental justice to public health equity. The authors advocate for comprehensive mitigation strategies, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and public health initiatives in combating nitrogen dioxide pollution.

  • Biomass to Biofuel Supply Chain Design and Planning under Uncertainty

    Concepts and Quantitative Methods
    • 2nd Edition
    • Mir Saman Pishvaee + 3 more
    • English
    Biomass to Biofuel Supply Chain Design and Planning Under Uncertainty: Concepts and Quantitative Methods, Second Edition proposes a comprehensive, multi-level framework for optimal biomass-to-biofuel supply chain design and operation, accommodating various types of biomass feedstocks, production pathways, technology options, transportation methods, and final products. This new edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect the latest technological innovations and policy changes while offering a broader range of uncertainty modeling and mathematical programming approaches that cover multi-stage stochastic programming, robust optimization, and probabilistic dynamic programming.These additions provide readers with practical tools to handle the dynamic uncertainties inherent in biofuel supply chains. New case studies and paths to sustainability are also incorporated. By providing an adaptable framework for biofuel supply chain design, focusing on accessible, straightforward quantitative methods, and emphasizing sustainability, this revised edition meets the evolving needs of graduate students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to understand biofuel supply chain optimization, uncertainty modeling, and operations. In addition, it helps readers implement practical, sustainable, and regionally applicable optimization solutions.

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