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  • Ground Penetrating Radar

    Theory and Practice
    • 2nd Edition
    • Erica Carrick Utsi
    • English
    Ground Penetrating Radar: Theory and Practice, Second Edition provides well-thought-out, fully updated, and expanded coverage of this NDT, trenchless technique for investigating the subsurface. Written by a recognized field specialist, the volume clearly explains not only how the technology works with introductions to the underlying physics and formation of signal patterning, but also spotlights how it can be successfully applied, including experiential insights into how parameters such as wavelength, attenuation (loss), environment, target size, and depth need proper consideration in any sampling strategy to obtain good survey results.Additional chapters explore a variety of methods for velocity calibration and suggest where they may be useful, review data processing, and address signal loss in challenging soil conditions and potential problem environments with a suite of useful resolution best practices. New to this edition are discussions on specialist GPR applications and state-of-the-art innovations (e.g., data digitization tools; machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence to improve detection and reliability in data interpretation; and robotization).

  • Green and Sustainable Materials for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Sanjeev Gautam + 2 more
    • English
    Green and Sustainable Materials for Biomedical Applications examines the applications and advantages of green materials within biomedical engineering and sustainable development. Written by an international team of contributors, this book shows how innovative green materials can contribute positively to healthcare and other areas by merging perspectives from materials science, biomedical engineering, and sustainability studies. These important concepts are increasingly important, with the critical importance of addressing environmental sustainability in various sectors, including healthcare and biomedicine.These fields often rely on traditional materials and manufacturing methods that significantly harm the environment, from depleting resources to generating pollution and waste. Concurrently, advancements in materials science have led to the development of "green" or eco-friendly materials that promise to lessen environmental damage while maintaining or even enhancing performance.

  • Handbook of Solar Cells

    From Fundamentals to Recent Advances
    • 1st Edition
    • Naveen V. Kulkarni + 1 more
    • English
    Handbook of Solar Cells: From Fundamentals to Recent Advances is a comprehensive, practical resource that enables the reader to understand the development of advanced solar cell technologies and materials. Coverage is clearly organized by solar cell type, taking the reader through the principles, theory, methodology, recent advances, challenges, and future prospects in each area, all of which are supported with case studies, supplementary data, clear definitions, learning objectives, and questions to test understanding.This handbook will be valuable to all those with an interest in solar cells, solar power plants, solar energy, and renewable energy, including advanced students, graduates, researchers, faculty, engineers, plant operators, R&D, and other industry professionals.

  • Thermal and Catalytic Cracking of Hydrocarbons for the Production of Light Olefins

    • 1st Edition
    • Seyed Mojtaba Sadrameli + 1 more
    • English
    Thermal and Catalytic Cracking of Hydrocarbons for the Production of Light Olefins reviews thermal and catalytic cracking processes of hydrocarbons for the production of light olefins. The book completely reviews and discusses all aspects of the process, including the olefin market, process description, kinetics of reactions, mathematical modeling and simulation of different parts of the process, along with optimal design and operation, and process control of olefin production plants. Further it presents some of the commercial software packages in the market for the simulation and optimization of the process.This is an indispensable resource for researchers in R&D and operators of olefin plants who have to address challenges in simulation, modelling, and optimization of olefin plants.

  • Renewable Photocatalysts

    Technologies, Applications, Economics, Environmental Analysis, and a Sustainable Future
    • 1st Edition
    • Hui Xu + 2 more
    • English
    Renewable Photocatalysts: Technologies, Applications, Economics, Environmental Analysis, and a Sustainable Future offers an innovative and broad approach to photocatalysts, integrating design, materials, methods, applications, economics, and sustainable development. The book begins by introducing solar energy and catalysis, before delving into cutting-edge photocatalyst technologies and applications. The third section focuses on regulations, economics, and commercialization, before the final chapters provide further in-depth coverage of environmental considerations, life cycle, and applications. The lens of sustainable development is applied throughout the book, with a view to developing renewable photocatalysts that support the reduction of CO2 emissions, net zero goals, and sustainable development. This is a valuable resource for researchers, students, faculty, engineers, R&D, scientists, and policy makers, with an interest in solar energy, photocatalysts, and sustainable development.

  • Fluid Dynamics with the Lattice Boltzmann Method

    • 1st Edition
    • Ilya Karlin + 1 more
    • English
    Originating from the lattice Gas Automaton, LBM has reshaped the field with its straightforward approach and high efficacy. Despite its widespread use, navigating the scattered literature can be daunting for newcomers. Fluid Dynamics with the Lattice Boltzmann Method presents a clear path from novice to expert. This comprehensive guide bridges gaps in understanding, covering essential principles and exploring advanced topics like compressible flows and combustion. Authored by experts, this book consolidates diverse models and recent advancements, ensuring you're equipped to navigate the latest developments in computational fluid dynamics. Whether you're just starting out or aiming to stay ahead of the curve, this book is your essential companion in mastering LBM.

  • Micro- and Nano-scale Surface and Interface Engineering

    Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Ajay Kumar + 3 more
    • English
    Micro- and Nano-scale Surface and Interface Engineering: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications addresses the challenges of micro- and nano-scale surface and interface engineering by providing a comprehensive exploration of surface design, texture, porous structure, surface reaction, degradation, and surface strengthening processes. It offers solutions for understanding interface reactions of materials, particularly in the context of micro-electromechani... systems (MEMS), biomaterials surfaces, self-cleaning structures, and surface modeling and characterization. The content extends to practical applications across diverse sectors, including microelectronics and nanoelectronics, microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip systems, nanomanufacturing, and nanofabrication.The focus lies on the scientific principles underpinning surface and interface engineering at the micro- and nano-scale, incorporating various surface modification techniques utilizing a spectrum of materials, ranging from traditional structural materials to advanced smart materials.

  • Zirconia

    Properties, Synthesis, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Jashanpreet Singh + 1 more
    • English
    Zirconia: Properties, Synthesis, and Applications is a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the research in the field of zirconia-based materials. As Zirconia displays a unique combination of mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical properties, this book focuses on the growing number of applications of zirconia-based materials, including their usage in biomedical, energy, and environmental applications. In addition to zirconia’s properties, synthesis, and applications, a brief historical introduction is provided, along with future guidance. This book will be of interest to a broad audience, including students, academics, and industrial researchers working in materials science, chemistry, and physics.

  • Applied Thermodynamics

    Low Temperature and Renewable Energy Systems
    • 1st Edition
    • Andriy Redko + 1 more
    • English
    Applied Thermodynamics: Low-Temperature and Renewable Energy Systems pairs key fundamentals with practical applications that support sustainability. After outlining basic concepts and positions of thermodynamics, the book breaks down theory, the classic governing laws of thermodynamics, and overviews thermodynamic processes. The text then shifts to practical application examples, examining open systems, heat power plants, HVAC and power supply systems from renewable sources, methods and the efficiency of thermal systems, and machines and equipment. Geared to students and researchers, the book is packed with solved problems and self-control tests to facilitate understanding.The text fosters practical innovation in a well-established field by offering readers a contemporary examination of a topic as essential to energy as heat itself. Grounded in classical principles, this contemporary reference considers throughout the context of our current energy mix, applying the critical lens of sustainability and sustainable options for energy conversion.

  • Biomedical Applications of Self-Healing Polymers

    • 1st Edition
    • Robin Augustine + 3 more
    • English
    Biomedical Applications of Self-Healing Polymers addresses the critical need for materials that can self-repair, enhancing the durability and functionality of biomedical devices and tissue engineering scaffolds. The design, characterization, and fabrication of self-healing polymers is covered, as well as key preparation methods, classifications, and mechanisms of action. This book also explores the integration of nanoparticles in self-healing polymers and the creation of self-healing scaffolds for tissue regeneration. The second part of the book focuses on the biomedical applications of self-healing polymers, such as wound healing, drug delivery, cell and tissue engineering, medical devices, dental restorative materials, and 3D-printed biomedical constructs.Sections include in vitro and in vivo evaluations, discussing current limitations and future prospects. This book is ideal for academics and researchers in materials science, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences.

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