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  • AI-Driven Optimization and Automation of Integrated Circuit Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Neha Singh + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers a solution to the bottleneck issues in the design of integrated circuits (IC) by optimizing and automating tasks in the design and fabrication process. As the world focuses on the development of skilled manpower and automation tools for chip design, verification, testing and fabrication, AI can be utilised to optimize and automate various steps in design cycle, saving time, reducing errors, and managing power consumption. AI-Driven Optimization and Automation of Integrated Circuit Design discusses the latest AI-based methods, algorithms, architectures, and frameworks for digital, analog, and mixed-signal VLSI circuit design, verification and testability, physical design and related areas. It considers the issues with traditional circuit design, and explains how machine learning techniques can optimise and automate the process. It goes on to explain how AI-driven design can impact logic synthesis, circuit placement and routing, and behavioural simulation. It closes with cases studies and a look at future developments for implementations of VLSI design, IC design, and hardware realization using AI tools and techniques.

  • Nucleation of Polymers

    Crystallization Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Markus Gahleitner + 1 more
    • English
    Nucleation plays a fundamental role in polymer crystallization, a critical process that influences the mechanical, thermal, and optical properties of polymeric materials. Understanding nucleation is essential for controlling crystallization behavior, improving material performance, and optimizing industrial processing. Nucleation of Polymers: Crystallization Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the crystallization process, examining both heterogeneous and homogeneous nucleation in polymers and highlighting the role of selective nucleating agents, which are crucial additives that enhance the processability and performance of various thermoplastic polymers. The book is structured into three parts, beginning with foundational theories that cover essential concepts such as physical structure alignment, self-nucleation, and interactions with additives. The second part applies these theoretical insights to important polymer classes, including polyamides, polyesters, and bio-based thermoplastics, providing practical examples of nucleation in action. The final section addresses key aspects of processing and sustainability, including the effects of cooling and quenching on nucleation efficiency and the implications for property design and recycling. This is an invaluable resource for advanced students, researchers, scientists and engineers seeking to understand nucleation theory and practical polymer applications.

  • Annual Reports on Medicinal Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 66
    • English
    Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry Vol 66 provides timely and critical reviews of important topics in medicinal chemistry with an emphasis on emerging topics in the biological sciences that are expected to provide the basis for entirely new future therapies.

  • Energy Storage and Hydrogen Integration for Sustainable Solutions

    • 1st Edition
    • Mousa Marzband + 1 more
    • English
    Energy Storage and Hydrogen Integration for Sustainable Solutions provides a clear and cohesive understanding of the technologies, challenges, and opportunities in this field, with the aim to help pave the way towards a low-carbon, sustainable energy future. This book begins by introducing renewable energy integration, and the fundamentals of energy storage technologies and hydrogen production and utilization. Subsequent chapters then guide the reader through energy storage and grid integration, hydrogen as an energy carrier in the grid, hybrid energy systems, energy storage and hydrogen in transportation, and decarbonizing industries with hydrogen integration. The policy and regulatory framework, and economic and environmental impact are covered in detail, before a chapter that brings together various real-word case studies, analyzing the strategies, challenges, and outcomes of those projects. Finally, future trends and challenges in energy storage and hydrogen integration are explored. This is a valuable resource for all those looking to gain fundamental, practical knowledge of the integration of energy storage and hydrogen technologies, including researchers, students, engineers, scientists, industry professionals, consultants, and policy makers.

  • Animals and Human Society

    Impacts of Animals on People and People on Animals
    • 2nd Edition
    • Colin G. Scanes + 1 more
    • English
    Animals and Human Society: Impacts of Animals on People and People on Animals, Second editon provides a solid, scientific, research-based background to advance our understanding of how animals and humans interact and impact each other. Animals and humans have had profound effects on each other throughout human history, spanning all aspects of human society from agriculture, disease, culture, religion, companionship, entertainment, environment, and more. Developed by renowned experts Colin Scanes and Samia Toukhsati, this second edition features a new introductory chapter covering the biological concepts necessary for technical and non-technical audiences of this book. All first edition chapters have been revised to bring readers up to date on research advancements from the last decade, and novel chapters cover animal ethics, welfare, the basis of anthrozoology, zooarchaeology, and more. Guest essays further supplement updated chapter content by providing broad interdisciplinary and geographically diverse perspectives in the field. Animals and Human Society, Second Edition is an excellent resource for academics and industry professionals requiring fundamental information on the history and biology behind human-animal interactions, as well as interested laypersons looking to augment their knowledge on the many impacts of animals in human society.

  • Next Generation Phase Change Materials for Energy Storage

    Fundamentals, Engineering, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • B. Kalidasan + 2 more
    • English
    Provides an in-depth exploration of cutting-edge PCM materials, including salt hydrates, ionic liquids, porous-based composites, nano-engineered PCMs and metal-organic frameworks, highlighting their synthesis, thermophysical properties and how innovative modifications improve thermal conductivity, stability and energy storage efficiency. Readers will gain insights into next-generation PCMs including photo-switchable, magnetically multifunctional, and thermo-responsive smart PCMs and how these advanced materials enable adaptive and on-demand thermal management, making them highly relevant for applications in energy storage, electronics, textiles, and biomedical fields.The book emphasizes eco-friendly and bioinspired PCM technologies, including nature-derived materials such as biopolymers and biochar composites. Provides solutions for key challenges in sustainable energy storage, exploring how nature-inspired microcapsules and hierarchical structures improve PCM stability, heat transfer and environmental sustainability. Describes the practical implementation of PCMs, detailing their use in renewable energy systems, flexible electronics, 3D-printed PCM structures and wearable thermal management solutions, including fabrication techniques, scalability and real-world applications, providing valuable insights for researchers, engineer, and industry professionals.

  • Ships in Waves

    Motions and Operational Impacts
    • 1st Edition
    • Milan Hofman
    • English
    Ships in Waves: Motions and Operational Impacts delivers a structured and in-depth exploration of the core theories and phenomena governing vessel interactions with wave environments. Progressing from fundamental concepts to elaborate formulations, the book supports gradual engagement with complex material, facilitating confident physical understanding. Topics include ship oscillations (both in calm water and under wave excitation), stochastic wave modeling, responses in regular and irregular seas, and the consequences of extreme motions—such as dynamic loads, rolling, slamming, and capsizing.Organized modularly, the contents allow selective study and targeted review based on the reader’s interest or specialization, uniquely bridging the divide between intricate technical knowledge and engineering application. In addition to the essential theoretical framework, cutting-edge advances and rarely covered aspects are also addressed, including wave energy converters and a critical review of the new IMO intact stability criteria.Designed to serve audiences in academic and research contexts, this authoritative volume is especially valuable not only for assessing motion characteristics but also for enhancing system reliability and informing future design strategies for vessels, offshore platforms, floating structures, and other marine installations that demand a nuanced balance of performance, safety, and sustainability.

  • Nanocellulose for Water Purification

    Advancements, Applications, and Environmental Impact
    • 1st Edition
    • Sabu Thomas + 3 more
    • English
    Nanocellulose for Water Purification: Advancements, Applications, and Environmental Impact provides a comprehensive overview into the properties, modifications, and applications of nanocellulose-based materials for addressing water pollution. The initial chapters introduce the fundamental aspects of nanocellulose, including its origin, characteristics, and properties. The subsequent chapters discuss surface functionalization and modification techniques that improve the adsorption capabilities of nanocellulose, followed by an overview of the different forms of nanocellulose-based adsorbents, such as films, membranes, hydrogels, and aerogels, highlighting their effectiveness in removing various pollutants, including agrochemicals, organic solvents, cationic and anionic dyes, heavy metals, lipids, and pharmaceutical contaminants. The final chapters address the environmental and economic implications of nanocellulose advancements in water purification technologies and discuss the challenges and future directions in the field. This book serves as an important resource for researchers and industry professionals in nanotechnology, materials science, polymer science, environmental engineering, and chemical engineering, providing detailed information on the innovative use of nanocellulose in water treatment applications.

  • AI-Driven Diagnostics for 6G-Enabled Smart Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Sangeeta Kumari + 3 more
    • English
    AI-Driven Diagnostics for 6G-Enabled Smart Healthcare explores the transformative integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and next-generation 6G networks in the healthcare sector. The book begins by highlighting the evolution of healthcare technology and the critical role of AI-driven diagnostics, emphasizing how 6G facilitates real-time, ultra-reliable communication. Key features of 6G, such as ultra-low latency and massive connectivity, are discussed, showcasing their impact on advanced healthcare applications like remote diagnostics and patient monitoring. The integration of AI in medical diagnostics is examined, focusing on machine learning and deep learning techniques that enhance disease detection through medical imaging and clinical data analysis. The book explores the benefits of remote patient monitoring, particularly for underserved populations, and explores edge AI for localized, low-latency diagnostic processing. Real-time imaging diagnostics are highlighted, demonstrating how 6G supports rapid transfer and analysis of high-resolution medical images. It also addresses predictive analytics, detailing AI models that forecast diseases and the role of IoT devices and wearables in healthcare diagnostics. Concepts of smart hospitals and the integration of blockchain technology for security and data integrity are discussed. Ethical considerations and regulatory challenges are thoroughly examined, ensuring patient privacy and compliance. The book concludes with insights into future trends and emerging technologies in AI diagnostics, including quantum AI and next-generation sensors.

  • Carbohydrate Functional Coatings

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Varaprasad Kokkarachedu + 1 more
    • English
    Carbohydrate coatings have gained attention because they are non-toxic, biodegradable, and environmentally friendly, offering a unique and versatile solution for improving the performance of various products in industries. Carbohydrate Functional Coatings: Fundamentals and Applications provides a detailed overview of how carbohydrate coatings can be functionalized to enhance their properties, including anti-microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-corrosive, and fire-resistant features, making them suitable for diverse applications. The book is organized into sections that begin with fundamental concepts about carbohydrates, including their sources and classifications. It discusses essential methods for applying these coatings and the techniques used to measure their effectiveness. The following section highlights specific applications across various industries, such as food, agriculture, biomedicine, textiles, and building materials. The book also addresses challenges in the field and explores future directions for research and development, including the role of carbohydrate coatings in promoting sustainability and their potential environmental impacts. This book is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and advanced students who want to learn about the unique properties and applications of carbohydrate coatings, as well as the latest advancements in the field.

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