Smart Materials
This work delves into the realm of adaptive substances responding intelligently to external stimuli like temperature, stress, or electromagnetic fields. The authors cover characterization and applications of advanced materials, elucidating their role in pioneering technologies such as self-healing structures, sensors, actuators, and energy-efficient systems across diverse sectors like engineering, healthcare, and consumer electronics.
Environmental Education in Water Management
This book discusses the importance of environmental education as a strategic tool for the sustainable management of water resources in the Cuquema River basin, located in the province of Bi矇, Angola. The book presents a detailed study of the challenges faced by the region, highlighting the essential role of community awareness and public policies in preserving the environment and the rational use of water. With an interdisciplinary analysis, the author explores teaching methods, local practices and innovative solutions that promote a balance between social and economic development and environmental preservation. Aimed at researchers, managers and anyone interested in water sustainability, this work invites the reader to reflect on the impact of their actions and the importance of integrated management of natural resources.
Rheological Measurement Techniques and Analysis Methods
Rheological Measurement Techniques and Analysis Methods provides a comprehensive exploration of modern rheological analysis, offering key insights into the flow and deformation behaviors of complex materials across various industries. This edited volume brings together advanced techniques and methodologies, with a particular focus on real-time measurements, modeling of viscoelastic materials, and practical applications in fields such as plastics and petroleum. By bridging theoretical concepts with practical solutions, the book serves as an invaluable resource for researchers and professionals seeking to understand and apply rheological principles in material design, quality control, and process optimization. The book covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental rheology to cutting-edge applications, making it a versatile tool for anyone working with fluids or investigating the mechanical properties of complex materials. With clear explanations of rheological techniques and their relevance to industries such as manufacturing and energy, this volume offers readers practical approaches to solving material challenges and optimizing performance. Whether you are a researcher, engineer, or industry professional, this book provides the tools needed to deepen your understanding of rheology and apply it to real-world problems.
Advances in Nanofiber Research - Properties and Uses
Advances in Nanofiber Research - Properties and Uses is an essential resource for scientists, engineers, and industry professionals looking to explore cutting-edge developments in the world of nanofibers. This book delves into the unique properties of nanofibers, their advanced fabrication techniques, and their diverse applications across fields such as biomedical engineering, energy storage, environmental solutions, and more. Featuring contributions from leading researchers, this book provides in-depth insights into the synthesis, characterization, and potential uses of nanofibers, highlighting emerging trends and future directions in the field. This book offers the knowledge to discover how the unique qualities of nanofibers are shaping the future of materials science.
Exploring heat flux as a marker for the early detection of infection
The exceptional properties of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), including their high mechanical strength, electron mobility, and thermal conductivity, make them promising candidates for various applications. One possible application is the sensing of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), a toxic pollutant with significant implications for air quality monitoring, pollution control, and medical applications. Existing sensor technologies often fail to meet the stringent requirements for power consumption, shelf life, readout speed, and limit of detection (LOD) necessary for mobile applications. CNT-based gas sensors offer substantial potential to address these limitations, yet several challenges must be overcome to utilize their full potential. One major technological hurdle is the high-volume fabrication of CNT devices, in particular that of suspended CNT devices, which demonstrate several advantages as sensors. This thesis presents an approach to address this challenge, focusing on the scalable batch growth of suspended CNTs and their automated assembly into functional devices. Through systematic multi-parameter optimization and the development of large-scale growth substrates, the optimal growth conditions for CNTs were identified, leading to a significant increase in the number of individual CNTs available for device integration. An automated nanoassembly machine was employed to transfer pre-selected CNTs from growth substrates to device substrates. The process flow designed around automated robotic assembly demonstrates a production rate - mechanical transfer rate for carbon nanotubes - of approximately 46 CNTs per hour, with a 70 % yield of electrically active devices. The assembled devices were characterized electrically to understand the performance of devices fabricated by this method.
Transportation systems and urban planning
In a rapidly urbanizing world, cities face critical challenges such as road congestion, unequal access and climate change. Transport Systems and Urban Planning: Innovation, Sustainability and Development addresses these challenges with a comprehensive vision and innovative solutions. This book combines theory and practice to explore how transportation systems, from electric public to micro-mobility, can transform urban mobility into a driver of equity and sustainability.Each chapter details key strategies, from the creation of bikeways to the implementation of smart technologies, highlighting the crucial role of civil engineering in designing resilient and accessible cities. Inspired by principles such as the "15-minute city," the text invites thinking about inclusive and green urbanism aligned with the challenges of the 21st century.Aimed at professionals, students and engaged citizens, this book not only informs, but inspires to be part of the change, highlighting that the future of our cities depends on collaborative and sustainable planning.
Phosphogypsum for the production of construction materials
This study was dedicated to the use of phosphogypsum - waste from the production of phosphoric fertiliser, lime production waste and gold mining sand to form new construction materials. The results obtained in the uniaxial compressive strength tests reached 8.3 MPa on the 3rd day of curing and 13.5 MPa on the 90th day. The material had a water resistance coefficient of 0.95 at 28 days, water absorption of 8.6% and expansion values on the 3rd day of 1% and 1.5% after a year and a half of curing. The mechanical properties of the materials developed met the requirements of NBR 7.170/83 for solid bricks in classes A, B and C and ceramic blocks in classes 15 and 25. Using XRD, XRF, SEM and EDS, the physico-chemical processes involved in the formation of structures in the new materials were investigated, due to the transformation of crystalline minerals and the synthesis of amorphous substances, similar to the structures present in gypsum.
The Role of Geospatial Technologies in Landslide Hazard Assessment
This book is designed to provide a detailed, methodological framework for landslide hazard assessment. The focus is on various dimensions of landslide hazard assessment, including the terminologies used in landslide hazard analysis and landslide inventory systems used globally and their relevance in generating a complete and reliable landslide database for further analysis, supported by global case studies. It includes an overview of the methodological developments in landslide hazard assessment and role of geospatial technologies in landslide studies.Features: Helps readers to understand the technical details of geospatial techniques applied in hazard management. Deals with the practicalities of how to recognise and classify unstable terrain. Covers recent advances in landslide estimation, particularly the automated means of landslide susceptibility estimation. Explores methodological frameworks of landslide hazard assessment. Illustrates case studies from the United States, Europe, and Asia, including demonstrations of different methodologies of landslide susceptibility zonation. This book is aimed at researchers, graduate students, and libraries in geotechnical and environmental engineering.
Advances in Healthcare and Nanoparticle Toxicology
The capacity of nanoparticles to interact with biological systems at the molecular and cellular levels has led to revolutionary advancements in medicine and the environmental sciences. This book focuses especially on the multifaceted roles of nanoparticles in the areas of health and disease.Keywords: Photoresponsive Nanoparticles, Cancer Treatments, Bacteria, Viruses, Wound Restoration, Inflammation Control, Nucleic Acids, Lipids, Cell Membranes, Endothelial Cells, Genotoxicity, Carcinogenicity.
Functional Biomaterials
With the emergence of additive manufacturing, mass customization of biomaterials for complex tissue regeneration and targeted drug delivery applications is possible. This book emphasizes the fundamental concepts of biomaterials science, their structure-property relationships and processing methods, and biological responses in biomedical engineering. It focuses on recent advancements in biomedical applications, such as tissue engineering, wound healing, drug delivery, cancer treatments, bioimaging, and theranostics.This book: Discusses design chemistry, modification, and processing of biomaterials Describes the efficacy of biomaterials at various scales for biological response and drug delivery Demonstrates technological advances from conventional to additive manufacturing Covers future of biofabrication and customized medical devices This volume serves as a go-to reference on functional biomaterials and is ideal for multi-disciplinary communities such as students and research professionals in materials science, biomedical engineering, healthcare, and medical fields.
Waste Rock Dump Blocks and Sugar Cane Ash
The growing concern about environmental pollution in the world, the concrete industry is forced to adopt more sustainable practices, therefore recycled concrete emerges as a sustainable and viable alternative, the use of recycled concrete by making a careful selection of materials through techniques such as screening and cleaning, added to it the sugar cane ash as they have a high content of pozzolanic components gives adequate resistance to the blocks. This is why a study was carried out in the department of Lambayeque - Peru, since there is an abundant by-product of these residues to be used.
Metallic Nanoparticles for Health and the Environment
Metallic Nanoparticles for Health and the Environment covers different routes of synthesis for metallic nanoparticles and their process variables. Both the functions and roles of these particles as a drug delivery system and diagnostic agent and other potential theranostic purposes against metabolic disorders, photocatalysis applications, as well as wastewater treatments, are discussed. The book compares the different properties of bulk metallic forms and their nanoparticulated forms. It discusses the mechanisms and impacts of different process variables in different synthesis routes, as well as emerging trends in clinics and so forth.Features: Covers different routes of synthesis to create metallic nanoparticles (MNPs) of different characteristics with reference to bulk forms of metals Describes formulation parameters that have a significant effect on these MNPs including dimensions, morphology, mechanism, surface properties, and other characteristics Discusses different roles and performances of MNPs in photothermal therapy, metabolic disorders, mechanisms in bacterial, fungal, and viral infections, and inflammatory pathways Reviews the potential and emerging roles of different MNPs with site target delivery applications and genetic manipulation purposes Examines the advantages and challenges of these MNPs against remediation of pollutants and toxicants, owing to their superior surface catalytic activities This book is aimed at researchers and professionals in nanomaterials, pharmaceuticals, and drug delivery.
Advanced Oxidation Processes for Micropollutant Remediation
Advanced Oxidation Processes for Micropollutant Remediation covers current state-of-the-art in advanced oxidation processes (AOP) for removal of micropollutants from industrial and pharmaceutical wastewater. It covers various AOP-based techniques like Fenton process, ozonation, hydrogen peroxide, ultraviolet radiation, electrochemical oxidation, ultrasonic irradiation, and other hybrid technologies. It focuses on aspects like impact of micropollutants on the ecosystems, different types of AOPs, their principles, applications, and challenges in implementing these techniques and their future perspectives. Features: Presents state-of-the-art in advanced oxidation processes (AOP) techniques along with hybrid technologies Covers latest advances in technological know-how for remediation of wastewater soiled with micropollutants Discusses pressing environmental pollution issues associated with AOPs needed for wastewater remediation Presents future perspective as well as techno-economic analysis in implementing various AOPs Reviews strategies to limit the micropollutants in water bodies This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in chemical and industrial engineering, environmental science, and wastewater treatment.
Stainless Steel Wires-Engineered Multifunctional Ultra-High Performance Concrete
The emergence and application of stainless steel wires-engineered multifunctional ultra-high performance concrete advances the safety, durability, function/intelligence, resilience, and sustainability of infrastructure, thus prolonging the service life and reducing the maintenance to lower the lifecycle cost of infrastructure. This is the first reference work on this multifunctional concrete, which combines high performance with functional/ smart properties, such as thermal, electrical, self-sensing, and electromagnetic properties, as well as a sustainable profile.The book delivers both fundamentals and applications about multifunctional concrete, covering basic principles, properties, mechanisms, engineering application cases, and future development challenges and strategies.Stainless Steel Wires-Engineered Multifunctional Ultra-High Performance Concrete opens up a new horizon for researchers and specialist technologists in the field of concrete materials and structures.
The Science of Rare Earth Elements
This book examines rare earth elements (REEs), materials, and metals that are critical to modern life. These serve as crucial ingredients in the latest technologies including electronics, electric motors, magnets, batteries, generators, energy storage systems (supercapacitors/pseudocapacitors), specialty alloys, and other emerging applications. REEs are used in various sectors including health care, transportation, power generation, petroleum refining, and consumer electronics. The Science of Rare Earth Elements: Concepts and Applications defines these elements, their histories, properties, and current and potential future applications across a wide range of industries across the world. It also discusses the environmental benefits, such as components in electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar applications, and energy storage systems. Conversely, the book also examines the liabilities of mining these REEs.
Corrosion and Protection of Marine Engineering Materials
This book provides a basic introduction to the application of conductive polymers in corrosion protection, especially for marine environment corrosion protection research.Conventional anticorrosive coatings, which are based on heavy metals such as chromium, zinc, and copper, are toxic to the environment. There has been a need to find suitable replacement coatings that are environmentally friendly as well as effective in inhibiting the corrosion of steel. Conductive polymers have garnered much attention in recent years due to their environmentally benign nature and high effectiveness in protecting against corrosion. This book introduces the history of these conductive polymers. The applications of conducting polymers, polymer composites, and nanocomposites for corrosion protection of different industrial metal substrates are explored based on reported experimental data, and their mechanism of inhibition is explained. This book also includes overviews of some recent works on marine antifouling, marine heavy-protective coatings, and waterborne paints by conducting polymer and inorganic composites.Conducting polymers and their family of stimuli-actuated polymers exhibit excellent application prospects in the fields of anticorrosion, antibacterial, antibiofouling, and waterborne-based coatings. This book will be of great interest to students, scholars, and professionals alike in the field of corrosion engineering and material science.
The Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Construction Sites
IoT offers many benefits for building automation, including lower energy consumption, improved operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, improved financial planning, improved building performance data, and increased use of sensors. IOT introduces the required intelligence into the basic building blocks and helps it to become intelligent. A building that has implemented the Internet of Things can be called a smart building that can control building operations such as fire and safety, security, automate and control air conditioning, ventilation, etc. A smart building uses sensors and microchips to collect and manage data according to functions. And the services of such an infrastructure building help the owners, operators and facility managers increase asset performance, reduce energy consumption, maximize space utilization, and minimize the environmental impact of buildings. Systems must be designed to allow for maintenance and adjustments. In simpler terms, the Internet of Things is a network of sensors, meters, appliances, and other devices that are capable of sending and receiving data.
Machine Learning Applications in Concrete Strength Prediction
Machine Learning Approaches to Concrete Strength Prediction combines traditional engineering with modern data science, reshaping how we predict concrete strength. Focusing on concrete mixes that use sand, manufactured sand (M-sand), and laterite soil as fine aggregates, this book provides a practical guide to machine learning techniques like Linear Regression, Decision Trees, Random Forest, Support Vector Regression, and Gradient Boosting. With clear explanations and a real-world case study, it equips readers with the knowledge to apply data-driven approaches in construction.
Sonic Pasts
Sonic Pasts explores the fields of acoustical heritage and historical soundscapes through an interdisciplinary perspective. Reflecting on different methods of research and dissemination, it critiques biases related to race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomics, and disability that are intrinsic to these fields.Academically rigorous while also deeply personal, Sonic Pasts introduces readers to how various disciplines have studied the sounds of the past, the connection those studies have to heritage more widely, including the concept of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), and how sound is represented within UNESCO heritage listings. It offers a novel theoretical and practical framework on different approaches to the design of sound installations and online experiences on the topic, including the ethical challenges presented by different techniques.This book is essential reading for students and researchers considering sounds of the past, as well as sound and heritage practitioners seeking to reflect on their current or future practices.
Nanoelectronics, Nanophotonics, Quantum & Emerging Technolog
This timely compendium provides state-of-the-art articles covering research areas in Nanoelectronics, Nanophotonics, Quantum and Emerging Technologies.Contributed by eminent researchers from both the academia and industry, this useful reference text details research outputs and findings in Microelectronics and Optoelectronics for High-Speed Electronics.
Hybrid Composite Materials and Manufacturing
This book explores the research and advancements in hybrid composite materials and manufacturing techniques. It encompasses a wide array of subjects, such as hybrid materials, advanced manufacturing processes, and nanocomposites. A distinctive feature of this book is its in-depth examination of recent trends in integrated processes, where traditional manufacturing methods are combined with cutting-edge techniques. Our aim is to equip readers with a comprehensive understanding of the current landscape and future potential of hybrid composites, ensuring they remain informed and up-to-date with the latest developments in the field.
MX
An analysis of the MX missile system and its flaws.The MX missile system requires the placement of intercontinental ballistic missiles, each equipped with ten nuclear warheads, in constantly shifting patterns of underground deployment at sites that occupy vast tracts of land. This is a strategem for disaster, Herbert Scoville argues. The scale of the MX deployment program almost defies comprehension. It can only be described by using the superlative case--the most expensive, the most everything, except effective. In this book Scoville, President of the Arms Control Association and formerly a senior official in the Central Intelligence Agency, reveals the MX to be an unnecessary and extraordinarily expensive project that will not fufill its original intent. He points out that land-based missiles will still be vulnerable to attack and may actually increase the risk of such an attack, since the MX will lead to a new and accelerated arms race. Scoville presents the history of the MX system from the Carter to Reagan administrations. He describes security implications and the future of nuclear arms control; the cost in dollars, resources, and local social and environmental impact; and alternatives to the MX system through arms limitation or sea-basing.
Evaluating the best environmental technique(s)
This study examines the barriers to the past remediation methods used in the Niger Delta by the multi-oil companies and Nigerian government agencies, the range of impacts of oil pollution, including the environmental, health-related, and social effects of oil spills in water bodies, and the wider economic implication of oil exploration and exploitation vis-?-vis it's contributions to the conflict and unrest in the oil-producing areas of Niger Delta. Past remediation methods carried out in the region have been largely ineffective and inadequate, resulting in further contamination of the environment. To evaluate the best environmental technique(s), a comparison of the various remediation technologies (including the use of organic and inorganic sorbent materials, booms and skimmers, underwater and surface dispersants, and bioremediation) was carried out using PEST and SWOT analysis tools.
Metallurgical Advances in Coatings and Corrosion
This book offers a unique narrative and provides insights into the innovative solutions pertaining to corrosion in industrial settings. From safeguarding maritime structures to enhancing the performance of diesel engine bearings in harsh environments, the anthology explores various facets of corrosion mitigation and materials enhancement. Chapters delve into topics such as protective coatings, electrodeposition techniques, alloying effects, and electrochemical dynamics crucial for understanding corrosion mechanisms and resistance.Features: Offers a comprehensive exploration of metallurgy and corrosion research, providing insights into various aspects of materials science and engineering advancements. Covers diverse topics such as protective coatings, electrodeposition, alloying effects, and electrochemistry. Each chapter presents real-world applications and solutions to corrosion-related challenges, offering actionable insights that can be applied in industrial settings. Focuses on metallurgical advancements and corrosion mitigation strategies. Reviews sustainable production, health, and environmental impacts. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials and metallurgical engineering.
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Blocks
Autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) has proven to be a sustainable material that may reduce carbon emissions, energy use, and address housing shortages. Despite these benefits, its use as a walling unit in African construction projects remains limited or non-existent. This study evaluates the acceptability and key drivers of AAC blocks as a walling material. To achieve this, seventeen online surveys were emailed to South African construction practitioners in five provinces, while 99 were self-administered in Lagos, Nigeria, and analyzed with statistical tools. The survey found that top AAC blocks in South Africa use OPC (grades 52.5 and 42.5), AP, RHA, POFA, or PFA. Lightweight properties, eco-friendliness, and heat resistance are key uses in Nigeria, whereas fire insulation, lightweight, thermal absorption, and flexibility are valued in South Africa. The study concludes that AAC manufacturers beyond the top four types will have limited patronage. While lightweight properties drive AAC block adoption in both countries, other elements differ in importance. This choice benefits tall constructions by lowering foundation costs.
Innovation in Music
Innovation in Music: Innovation Pathways brings together cutting-edge research on new innovations in the field of music production, technology, performance, and business. With contributions from a host of well-respected researchers and practitioners, this volume provides crucial coverage on the relationship between innovation and rebellion.Including chapters on mixing desks, digital ethics, soundscapes, immersive audio, and computer-assisted music, this book is recommended reading for music industry researchers working in a range of fields, as well as professionals interested in industry innovations.
Perspectives and Insights on Soil Contamination and Effective Remediation Techniques
Weathering of rocks and subsequent enrichment of organic matter contribute to soil formation, but soil contaminants can arise from diverse sources, such as industrial activities, agricultural practices, and improper waste disposal. These pollutants may include radioactive materials, petroleum products, heavy metals, and pesticides. To restore soil quality, the harmful effects of these contaminants must be reduced through effective remediation approaches. Selecting an appropriate remediation method requires careful consideration of the type of contamination, the characteristics of the soil, and the regulatory requirements for a given site. Managing soil pollution demands a multifaceted strategy that incorporates several remediation tactics customized to specific contamination scenarios. Successful soil remediation programs rely on collaboration between environmental authorities, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders. By prioritizing soil health and sustainability, we can protect the environment for future generations and preserve our natural resources. This book provides a comprehensive overview of ecosystem approaches and phytotechnologies to solve various environmental problems. It includes six chapters that describe and discuss soil contamination sources and remediation strategies.
Sustainability of Green and Eco-friendly Composites
The book explores the pertinent aspects of sustainability of green and eco-friendly composites including their development methods and processing, characterization, properties, and applications. Significance for the design and engineering of high-performance green and eco-friendly composites is discussed in the present book. Insights on a wide spectrum of potential advanced applications ranging from automotive and aerospace to biomedical and packaging, etc. using these are highlighted. Further, it discusses life cycle and carbon footprint assessment of sustainable materials.Features: Explores different processing methods of green and eco-friendly composites Discusses development and optimization of green nanocomposites for sustainable manufacturing Collates modern green and eco-friendly composites research from theory to application Covers hybridization of reinforced fibers on the performance of green and eco-friendly composites Analyzes and discusses calculation of carbon footprint and Life Cycle Assessment of composites This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials science and engineering, sustainable materials, composites, and nanomaterials.
Strength and Durability Properties of Vermiculite Concrete
Concrete is the most often used building material. Global concrete use has climbed to 30 billion metric tons per year. Curing is essential to concrete strength. Traditional curing requires a lot of water, and insufficient curing can cause cracks and shrinkage. Curing technologies like internal curing have been developed to address these constraints. Pre-wetted lightweight aggregate is used as internal curing agents in concrete to add moisture during hydration. This study investigates vermiculite as an internal curative agent. The concrete undergoes pond, wrapped, and ambient curing with vermiculite substituting 10, 30, and 50% of the fine aggregate by volume. Compression, flexural, and modulus of elasticity were assessed. Durability tests included sorptivity and acid resistance. Material microstructure was examined using scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy. Pond and wrapped curing were more effective.Vermiculite can be used as an interior curing agent to strengthen and durability concrete.
Hydraulics and Pneumatics in Environmental Engineering
Bring the tools of hydraulics and pneumatics to bear on key environmental challenges Hydraulics and pneumatics are essential tools in environmental engineering. Any area of engineering which deals with harnessing, managing, and controlling fluid and flow will find hydraulics and pneumatics indispensable, and environmental engineering is no exception. These two subjects, however, are rarely integrated in standard teaching and research resources, and there exists an urgent need for a work which brings them together. Hydraulics and Pneumatics in Environmental Engineering meets this need with a thorough, accessible overview of this vital subject. Written for advanced environmental engineering students and assuming a sound undergraduate background in fluid mechanics, this book otherwise provides everything needed to bring hydraulic and pneumatic tools and principles to bear on environmental engineering problems. With civil and environmental engineering only becoming more essential as communities grow and the challenges of climate change mount, the next generation of engineers will be amply served by this text. Hydraulics and Pneumatics in Environmental Engineering readers will also find: An emphasis on practical applications, often under-valued in civil engineering courses Detailed discussion of topics including Navier-Stokes, G-Value, incompressible flow, and many more Diagrams and figures throughout to illustrate key points Hydraulics and Pneumatics in Environmental Engineering is ideal for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in civil and environmental engineering, as well as for researchers and practicing engineers in need of a reference.
Bioprocessing, Bioengineering and Process Chemistry in the Biopharmaceutical Industry
Isogeometric Analysis for Engineers Via MATLAB
This unique compendium approaches the relatively new Isogeometric Analysis (IGA) methods at senior undergraduates level in engineering or applied mathematics. It describes the differences between the well-established Finite Element Analysis (FEA) methods and why they are being replaced, or enhanced, by the latest developments in IGA.The book begins with summaries of the concepts of B-splines, NURBS, and 'knot vectors' which define them as exact representations of the geometry and as powerful analysis functions having higher continuity than the FEA use of Lagrange polynomials.The useful reference text includes Appendices with Matlab scripts for creating B-spline basis functions, topics in computer aided geometric design (CAGD) from which IGA arose, and matrix operations common to IGA and FEA. It also informs FEA users of the enhancements offered by IGA.
Aerobic and Anaerobic Microbial Treatment of Industrial Wastewater
Industrial wastewater can contain many toxic pollutants as well as varying concentrations of organic and inorganic matter. These pollutants can be carcinogenic, mutagenic, or hardly biodegradable, which could cause serious human health risks and also affect other aquatic and terrestrial biota as well. Biological treatment techniques for industrial wastewater, including aerobic and anaerobic digestion, are known to be environmentally friendly, clean, and generally superior to other physicochemical techniques. Aerobic and Anaerobic Microbial Treatment of Industrial Wastewater presents the latest information on multiple bioremediation treatment techniques; summarizes the sources, occurrence, and removal of industrial pollutants; and suggests the most appropriate treatment options for different scenarios. Describes the biochemistry of pollutant removal by aerobic and anaerobic digestion. Highlights emerging pollutants as well as resource recovery techniques from contaminated industrial wastewater. Emphasizes the role of both conventional and innovative novel technologies in aerobic and anaerobic microbial bioremediation of pollutants originated from industrial wastewater.
Metal-Organic Framework Derived Materials
Metal-organic frameworks (MOF)-based materials are used for functional applications due to their large surface area, high porosity, tunable structure, controllable morphology, and surface functionality. This book explores MOF-derived materials focusing on their structural features, synthesis methods, unique properties, and versatile applications including underlying chemistry. It covers research developments in the field for design of novel carbon materials and metal-based materials from MOF and their composites, including specific applications.Features: Provides a comprehensive idea regarding the fundamental chemistry of MOF-derived materials. Covers all the aspects of MOF-derived materials with focus on derived carbon/metal species and composite materials. Includes application of MOF-derived materials specifically for environmental and energy. Conveys a sense of relation between structure, property, and application of MOF-derived materials. Explores developments in the different types of MOF-derived materials. This book is aimed at senior undergraduate, graduate students, and researchers in materials science, chemical engineering, and chemistry.
