Defense Innovation Handbook
This handbook is a collection of chapters that will provide techniques and methodologies for achieving the transfer of defense-targeted science and technology development for general industrial applications. Included will be 5 domestic and 5 international case studies.
Gender and Drone Warfare
This book investigates how drone warfare is deeply gendered and how this can be explored through the methodological framework of 'Haunting'.
Carbon Dots
Written by the founder of the field of carbon "quantum" dots (carbon dots) and related technology, this book outlines the principles of carbon dots and presents strong evidence for that small carbon nanoparticles and by extension carbon dots represent the nanoscale carbon allotrope at zero-dimension. Historical accounts of the inception and evolution of the carbon dots field are provided. Experimental approaches and techniques for the dot synthesis and some related major issues are discussed in detail. The photoexcited state properties, especially the bright and colorful photoluminescence emissions, and photoinduced redox characteristics of carbon dots are presented, and so are their advantages over semiconductor quantum dots as well as fullerenes. Carbon dots are also compared with "graphene quantum dots", for which a unified mechanistic understanding is proposed. Finally, a broad range of applications of carbon dots and their derived hybrid nanostructures in biomedical, renewableenergy, food and environmental safety, and other technologies are highlighted. The book concludes with a discussion on the excellent potential and opportunities for further research and development.
9-12cr Heat-Resistant Steels
With China becoming a major force in steel research and development, this book highlights the work of a group from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, led by the first four authors. This group has the ideal knowledge base for writing this updated book on heat-resistant steels. The fifth author, Sha, based in the UK, has been collaborating with the Chinese group since 2009 and is the lead or sole author of four research books, all published in English. The last book, "Steels: from materials science to structural engineering," was published by Springer in 2013. Within two months of its publication, researchers at the University of Science and Technology Liaoning had requested translation of the book into Chinese. Springer obliged, and the Chinese version was published by the Metallurgical Industry Press, Beijing, in August 2014.Sha has organized and completed the writing of the proposed book, though the main research was done in China.
Computational and Experimental Analysis of Functional Materials
This book looks at the synthesis of polyaniline by different methods, under different conditions, for various applications, and presents studies of its properties by a wide range of the modern physic-chemical methods. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of experimental results from the point of view of the correlations in the triad synthesis conditions-structurephysico-chemical properties. It combines the results of experimental investigations and original methodology of the description of physical-chemical and electrochemical phenomena at interface surfaces, showing an influence of such phenomena on the applied aspects of the polyaniline and nanocomposites on its basis applications.
Waste Management and Valorization
This title includes a number of Open Access chapters. Edited by a leading researcher in the field, this book provides an overview of waste valorization and includes the editor's research in addition to other experts and recent and relevant studies on this critical topic. It covers treatment and pretreatment technologies and methodologies, energy recovery from solid wastes, recycling and reuse, additional cutting-edge valorization methodologies. Primarily aimed at researchers and advanced students in biochemical, engineering, and environmental fields, this book should also provide a valuable reference for municipal legislators and industry practitioners.
Forensic Examination of Fibres
Fully updated with the latest advances, Forensic Examination of Fibres, 3e continues to be the premier text on the subject of forensic fibre analysis. The international team of authors detail the recovery of the evidence, through the different stages of laboratory examination, to the evaluation of the meaning of findings. Topics co
Silver Nanoparticle Applications
Exploring the synthesis, characterization, surface manipulation, electron transfer and biological activity of silver nanoparticles, this book examines the fundamentals of the properties and synthesis of these particles. With a renewed interest in silver nanoparticles, this book addresses the need to understand their potential in industrial, medical and other applications. It is divided into six chapters, each written by an expert and providing a comprehensive review of the topic while detailing recent advances made in each specific area. These topics include surface plasmon band, synthesis and characterization, Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and plasmon resonance mediated processes, photocatalysis, biomedical applications and biological activity. It also presents the current state of the art, challenges and future trends of catalysis, sensing and biomedical applications.'Silver Nanoparticle Applications' provides an invaluable reference work and introduction for chemists, biologists, physicists and biomedical researchers who are interested in exploring the uses and applications of silver nanoparticles. It is also intended for students, researchers and professionals interested in nanotechnology.
Nanostructured Polymer Blends and Composites in Textiles
This new volume reviews recent academic and technological developments behind new engineered modified nanotextile materials. The developments in textiles using nanotechnology give ordinary materials improved properties, such as better water resistance, enhanced moisture and odor reduction, increased strength and elasticity, and resistance to bacteria, among other improvements. The research reported in this book presents state-of-the-art technology in modern materials with an emphasis on the rapidly growing technologies in textile engineering. Several innovative applications for different materials are described in considerable detail with emphasis on the experimental data that supports these new applications. From nano-fibers to chemical materials, creative modifications concerning new nanocomposites are described that could one day become commonplace. The book covers a host of topics in this area, including the design of new textile products, moisture and heat transfer in clothing, developments in electrospinning, new applications, nanotextile and tissue engineering from a biological perspective, and more. The book is intended for researchers and those interested in future developments in mechanical and physicochemical characteristics of modified nanotextile materials and polymer blends. The book will also be a useful tool for students and researchers, providing helpful insights into new evolving research areas in nanostructured polymer blends and composites in textiles.
Chemical Technology
This collection presents a broad spectrum of chapters in the various branches of industrial chemistry, biochemistry, and materials science which demonstrate key developments in these rapidly changing fields. This book offers a valuable overview and myriad details on current chemical processes, products, and practices. The book serves a spectrum of individuals, from those who are directly involved in the chemical industry to others in related industries and activities. It provides not only the underlying science and technology for important industry sectors but also provides broad coverage of critical supporting topics. This new book: - Serves as a collection of chapters that highlights some important areas of current interest in industrial chemistry, biochemistry, and materials science- Focuses on topics with more advanced methods- Emphasizes precise mathematical development and actual experimental details- Analyzes theories to formulate and prove the physicochemical principles- Provides an up-to-date and thorough exposition of the present state of the art of complex materials- Familiarizes the reader with new aspects of the techniques used in the examination of polymers, including chemical, physicochemical, and purely physical methods of examination- Describes the types of techniques now available to the chemist and technician and discusses their capabilities, limitations, and applications
Mechanics of Anisotropic Materials
The book is focused on constitutive description of mechanical behaviour of engineering materials: both conventional (polycrystalline homogeneous isotropic or anisotropic metallic materials) and non-conventional (heterogeneous multicomponent anisotropic composite materials). Effective material properties at the macro-level depend on both the material microstructure (originally isotropic or anisotropic) as well as dissipative phenomena occurred on fabrication and consecutive loading phase (hardening) resulting in irreversible microstructure changes (acquired anisotropy). The material symmetry is a background and anisotropy is a core around which the book is formed. In this way a revision of classical rules of enhanced constitutive description of materials is required.
Functional Polymers
This new book covers the synthetic as well application aspects of functional polymers. It highlights modern trends in the field and showcases the recent characterization techniques that are being employed in the field of polymer science. The chapters are written by top-notch scientists who are internationally recognized in the field. The chapters will highlight the modern trend in the field.
Recent Trends in Nanotechnology and Materials Science
Resistance of S45C Carbon Steel via Various Heat Treatments and pH values of Electroless Ni-P Deposition.- Enhancement of Nanocomposite for Humidity Sensor Application.- Chemical Solution Based Synthesis of Nano-Magnesium Oxide Dielectrics.- Nanozeolite Produced by Wet Milling at Different Milling Time.- The Performance of Solid-State Dye Sensitized Solar Cells with Mist-Atomized CuI as the Hole Conductors.- Sound absorption properties of a low density date palm fibers panel.- Effect of strain rate on tensile strength and work hardening for Al-Zn magnesium alloys.- Surface Morphology and Nanoindentation of Low Temperature Hybrid Treated of AISI 316L.
Analysis and Performance of Engineering Materials
This new book facilitates the study of problematic chemicals in such applications as chemical fate modeling, chemical process design, and experimental design. It provides a valuable overview of current chemical processes, products, and practices and analyzes theories to formulate and prove physicochemical principles. It addresses the production and application of polymers, including chemical, physicochemical, and purely physical methods of examination.Topics include: - Radiotransparent fiberglass plastic products based on highly cross-linked polymer matrices- Properties and development of hyaluronan (HA) for pharmaceutical applications - Adhesive bonding of steel sheets treated by nitrooxidation in comparison with nontreated steel- Results of simulation by the Monte Carlo method of kinetics of three-dimensional free-radical polymerization of tetrafunctional monomers (TFM)- Elastomeric compositions based on systems with functionally active components for extreme conditions- Experimental research on efficient clearing of gas emissions in the manufacture of ceramic materials- The use of solar cells in the manufacture of textile materials- Ceramization of polymer compositions as a method for flame retardancy in materialsThe important research found in this book will aid scientists and researchers in developing improved engineering materials. The book's coverage of a broad spectrum of key developments can be applied in industrial chemistry, biochemistry, and materials science.
Polymeric Thermosetting Compounds
Engineering design teams sometimes have need of a material that may not exist because the combination of required properties is difficult to achieve. One solution is to develop a new material having the required set of properties needed in the application. During the author's 40-year career he has successfully worked on many such problems. The uniquely useful and valuable book, Polymeric Thermosetting Compounds: Innovative Aspects of Their Formulation Technology, presents twenty of those design problems and the solutions, which resulted in patents and spin-off applications.Author Ralph Hermansen, with years of experience of hands-on experience, is an expert in formulating epoxies, polyurethanes, and other polymers into compounds that have unique properties, and here he shares his knowledge and experience of attaining novel solutions to very challenging problems. He covers polymeric compounds such as coatings, adhesives, encapsulants, transparent plastics, and others. Chapters describe the design problem and define which key properties are sought in the new material. The author shares his thinking about how to approach the formulating problem and describes the experimental procedures used to eventually solve the problem. Patent information is shared as well. Once a new family of polymeric compounds is developed, that technology can be used to attack new unsolved materials problems, or "spin-offs," and real-life examples are provided to help readers see new applications of the technologies described in the earlier chapters.The book will be of interest to a diverse group of people. Industry professionals already in the business of selling specialty compounds may be able to add new products to their catalogs with little research cost or time by using the information in the book. Formulators, trying to develop a new compound to challenging requirements, may gain insight into how to make a breakthrough. The information in the book will be very valuable to companies needing these novel solutions. And younger people wondering what a career in materials science would be like get a first-hand commentary from someone who has done it.
Transgressive Utopianism; Essays in Honor of Lucy Sargisson
.This volume honors Lucy Sargisson's contribution to the field of utopian studies.
Be Decent
From pollution to public health, the life-threatening challenges that we were warned about decades ago are no longer conceptual concerns that our children and our grandchildren may face one day. We are experiencing the impacts of climate change, systemic corruption, social injustice, accumulating pollution, and countless other global issues right now. Some of us are seeing them knock on our doorsteps, like a wolf in the night creeping around our neighborhoods with a mind to swallow us up whole. But why is this all happening? We are seeing an increased frequency, size, and destruction of wildfires across the West. Same goes for the hurricanes across the Southeast and the tornadoes of the Midwest. The global pandemics are growing more likely. These risks are not giving way any time soon - it is time for an all-hands-on-deck effort to make this world a safer, healthier, and happier place to live. But, of course, all hands-on deck has historically excused the captain. And in America, our captain is the federal government; and sadly, our leaders are doing nothing but maintaining a status quo that is slowly killing our planet. Fortunately, however, there is a steady and trustworthy solution we can turn to. No, not our centralized political or economic leadership: decentralized digital technology. Millennials and Gen-Zers grew up watching their government and economic systems fail because politicians and business leaders either live in denial or put their profits before the people. But we're a resilient bunch, and those of us most impacted by the failures of our centralized political institutions aren't just taking it lying down. We are now seeing a mass mobilization of people innovating new ways to harness decentralized technologies ("decent tech") to empower a new phase of environmental activism that rises up from the grassroots. Digital technology is growing increasingly decentralized, and as is our opportunity to solve our local and global environmental problems for ourselves. To do so, however, we must think more deeply about decentralized technology as a tool that increases our power to stimulate positive change starting from the grassroots. The world has seen a proliferation in technology since the first industrial revolution, and over the centuries increasingly sophisticated technologies have changed the way we live, work, and interact with each other. Reasonable minds can reasonably differ regarding whether our society is better off for all the progress we have seen in digital technology over the decades. But all such critiques aside, modern technology has made water cleaner, sanitation healthier, air purer, and the environment safer for billions of people around the world. Digital solutions to real-world problems have extended the length of and improved the qualities of our lives. And more to the point, technology has helped local communities solve their most pressing social and environmental problems - which are largely ignored by the higher-ups. In fact, computing technology is the best tool we have to protect ourselves when the people we put in power simply won't. We can do this by using the power of digital technologies to mobilize effective grassroots movements. And thanks to the growing trend towards decentralization, this is getting easier every day. In fact, the increasing number of technological tools that do not require lasting association with a centralized controlling organization - i.e. decent tech -are the most powerful weapons in the modern advocate's arsenal.
Metal-Ion Hybrid Capacitors for Energy Storage
Rapid growth in the research and development of clean energy storage techniques has yielded a significant number of electrochemically active compounds/materials possessing enormous potential to facilitate the fabrication of next generation devices such as the supercapacitor. This Brief describes recent progress in the field of metal-ion based hybrid electrical energy storage devices, with emphasis on the effect of different metal ions and other constituent components on the overall electrochemical performance of battery-supercapacitor hybrids (BSHs). Although significant efforts have been made to create an effective electrical energy storage system that would have the energy density of a battery and the power density of a supercapacitor, persistent challenges still lie in combining these two altogether different systems to form a cost-effective and safe storage device. Detailed comparisons of output performance and longevity (in terms of cyclic stability) are provided, including device fabrication cost and safety.Of the several proposed schematics/prototypes, hybrid supercapacitors, with both carbon-based EDLC electrode and pure faradic (battery type) electrode can work in tandem to yield high energy densities with little degradation in specific power. As a promising electric energy storage device, supercapacitors address several critical issues in various fields of applications from miniaturized electronic devices and wearable electronics to power hungry heavy automobiles. Depending on the electrode configuration and other controlling parameters, these BSHs can have contrasting performance statistics. Metal ion BSHs such as Li+, Na+, Mg+2, Zn+2 etc., acid-alkaline BSHs, and redox electrolyte based BSHs all represent recent approaches, with BSHs based on metal ions, particularly Lithium, of particular interest because of the extreme popularity of Li-ion based batteries. This book is writtenfor a broad readership of graduate students and academic and industrial researchers who are concerned with the growth and development of sustainable energy systems where efficient and cost-effective storage is key.
Self-Healing Concrete
Self-healing techniques are most successful in preventing concrete from cracking or breaking. The book reviews the most promising methods, including the use of polymers, epoxy resins, fungi or cementitious composites; biomineralization, continuing hydration or carbonation or wet/dry cycling. Various micro-organisms are able to produce favorable effects, such as denitrification, calcium carbonate formation, sulfate reduction or the production of methane. The book references 289 original resources and includes their direct web link for in-depth reading.Keywords: Self-Healing Concrete, Concrete Inspection, Concrete Maintenance, Concrete Repair, Polymers, Bacteria, Fungi, Cementitious Composites, Biomineralization, Carbonation, Wet/dry Cycling, Denitrification, Calcium Carbonate Formation, Sulfate Reduction, Methane Production, Micro-organisms, Phototrophic Micro-organisms, Aerobic Organotrophic Bacteria, Anaerobic Micro-organisms.
Degradation of Plastics
The degradation of plastics is most important for the removal and recycling of plastic wastes. The book presents a comprehensive overview of the field. Topics covered include plastic degradation methods, mechanistic actions, biodegradation, involvement of enzymes, photocatalytic degradation and the use of cyanobacteria. Also covered are the market of degradable plastics and the environmental implications.Keywords: Degradable Plastics, Bioplastics, Biodegradable Plastics, Enzymes, Cyanobacteria, Photocatalytic Degradation, Wastewater Treatment, Degradable Plastic Market, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polystyrene, Polyvinyl Chloride, Polyurethane, and Polyethylene Terephthalate.
Applied Spectroscopy and the Science of Nanomaterials
This book focuses on several areas of intense topical interest related to applied spectroscopy and the science of nanomaterials. The eleven chapters in the book cover the following areas of interest relating to applied spectroscopy and nanoscience: - Raman spectroscopic characterization, modeling and simulation studies of carbon nanotubes, - Characterization of plasma discharges using laser optogalvanic spectroscopy, - Fluorescence anisotropy in understanding protein conformational disorder and aggregation, - Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy in nanomedicine, - Calculation of Van der Waals interactions at the nanoscale, - Theory and simulation associated with adsorption of gases in nanomaterials, - Atom-precise metal nanoclusters, - Plasmonic properties of metallic nanostructures, two-dimensional materials, and their composites, - Applications of graphene in optoelectronic devices and transistors, - Role of graphene in organic photovoltaic device technology, - Applications of nanomaterials in nanomedicine.
Flame Spray Technology
This book presents a complete and updated overview of Flame Spray process, from its History to the Apparatus necessary for the synthesis of nanostructures. It addresses not only the materials produced by this technique, but also their properties, such as crystallinity and crystallite size, specific surface area, particle size and morphology. Also, the principles of nanoparticle formation are described. It is a useful read to all those interested in low cost synthesis of nanostructured powders and coatings.
Bioinspired Water Harvesting, Purification, and Oil-Water Separation
This book presents an overview of arid desert conditions and natural mechanisms for water harvesting from fog and condensation, providing data on various bioinspired surfaces for water collection. It discusses consumer to military and emergency applications. It presents various designs for water harvesting towers and projections for water collection, and describes innovative approaches to bioinspired water desalination, water purification and oil-water separation.Fresh water sustains human life and is vital for health. However, water scarcity affects more than 40% of the global population and is projected to rise, especially in some of the world's most impoverished countries. Additionally, water contamination is one of the most critical environmental and natural resource concerns of the 21st century. This book addresses these topics with a presentation of the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly bioinspired surfaces for water harvestingfrom fog and condensation, as well as bioinspired oil-water separation techniques for removing oil contaminants from oil-water mixtures and oil-water emulsions.Intended for novices as well as experts in the field, the book offers actionable insight for practitioners, solution seekers, and the generally curious alike. It serves as an excellent accompanying text for one-semester courses in biomimetics, water supply and management, or environmental engineering.
Surface Engineering of Modern Materials
This book focuses on surface engineering of a wide range of modern materials such as smart alloys, light metals, polymers, and composites etc. for their improved manufacturability. It discusses the effect of surface engineering processes namely friction stir processing, forming, spark erosion, welding, laser heating, and coating etc. on various properties of modern materials. The book aims to facilitate researchers and engineers for manufacturing modern materials for numerous commercial, precision and scientific applications.
Biofibers and Biopolymers for Biocomposites
This book summarizes recent developments in epoxy blends. It emphasizes new challenges for the synthesis, characterization, and properties of biofibers and biopolymers. It provides updates on all the important areas of biofibers and biopolymers in a comprehensive fashion, including synthesis, processing, characterisation and application. It provides a a one-stop reference for researchers and those working in industry and government. The book correlates macro, micro and nanostructure properties. Moreover, it provides cutting edge research from experts around the globe. The current status, trends, future directions and opportunities are discussed in detail, making the book also accessible for beginners to the subject and young researchers.
Rock and Pop Venues
Popular music plays a substantial role in most people's life. The demand and financial revenue of Rock and Pop concerts is large and still increasing with the decreased revenue on recorded music. Based on the first ever scientific investigations on recommendable acoustics for amplified music conducted by the author, this book sets forward precise guidelines for acoustical engineers to optimize the acoustics in existing or future halls for amplified music. Gives precise guidelines on how to design the acoustics in venues that present amplified musicDebates essential construction details, including placement of sound system and use of possible building materials, in the architectural design of new venues or the renovation of old ones Portrays 75 well-known European Rock & Pop venues, their architecture and acoustic properties. 20 venues were rated for their acoustics by music professionals leading to an easy-to-use assessment methodology"Acoustics are important within pop and rock venues to ensure a great experience for audiences and performers. This book fills an important gap of knowledge on the acoustics of venues. It will be of value to sound engineers as well as building owners and operators and building design professionals".Rob Harris, Arup Acoustics"With this book, many future amplified music concerts will sound better, for the joy of audiences and musicians alike. This enormous work demonstrates a rare degree of passion and insight, from the hand of the key researcher in the field".Dr. Per V. Br羹el
Mems Product Development
Drawing on their experiences in successfully executing hundreds of MEMS development projects, the authors present the first practical guide to navigating the technical and business challenges of MEMS product development, from the initial concept stage all the way to commercialization. The strategies and tactics presented, when practiced diligently, can shorten development timelines, help avoid common pitfalls, and improve the odds of success, especially when resources are limited. MEMS Product Development illuminates what it really takes to develop a novel MEMS product so that innovators, designers, entrepreneurs, product managers, investors, and executives may properly prepare their companies to succeed.
Assessment of Ecological Footprints
Hybrid approach for Ecological Footprint assessment. A review Ecological Footprint Assessment and Its Reduction for Packaging Industry EKC-hypothesis in the low, lower middle, upper middle and high income economies: Is population density a concern? Ecological Footprint of the life cycle of buildings The ecological footprint of bridge constructions
On War
On War (1832) is a treatise on the philosophical aspects of warfare by Prussian general, scholar, and strategist Carl von Clausewitz. Published posthumously by the author's wife-who edited his manuscript and wrote the book's introduction-On War is one of history's most important works on warfare and military strategy, and continues to be studied to this day. With a background in art, culture, and history, and with extensive experience as a combat veteran, Clausewitz sought to understand the military success of such figures as Napoleon and Frederick the Great. What interested Clausewitz the most was how these leaders effectively mobilized entire nations to launch military campaigns larger and more violent than any in European history. Although he initially began with the theory that war was one aspect of a population's struggle for survival, he eventually came to believe that war was a method of imposing the will of one state on another. By privileging politics and philosophy in his study of warfare, Clausewitz changed the way military figures, politicians, and scholars thought of and perpetrated the process of war. Most crucially, Clausewitz suggests that war serves no purpose in and of itself, but rather acts as an instrument of a political party or group. In addition, Clausewitz believed that strong moral and political motivations-especially in the case of defense-greatly increased the chance of victory. On War was read and interpreted by Vladimir Lenin, Mao Zedong, and Dwight Eisenhower, and has, for over a century and a half, continued to shape the concept and conduct of war. This edition of Carl von Clausewitz's On War is a classic of history, philosophy, and military theory reimagined for modern readers. Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book. With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.
Replacement of fibers with steel rebars in concrete structures
One of the materials that can replace rebar in reinforced concrete is fiber. Reinforcing the concrete with fibers instead of rebar reduces the weight of the concrete and eliminates the damage caused by corrosion and erosion of the steel. Also By reducing the consumption of steel, we can get closer to making sustainable concrete. reinforcement of concrete structures with fibers is one of the methods to improve the mechanical properties and improve the flexural and tensile performance by which brittle mixtures show somewhat elastic behavior. In this book, the compressive strength of concretes containing macro synthetic fibers has been studied, and compression samples with percentages of 0-1.5% have been made in the laboratory, and the necessary tests have been performed on them. Finally, we concluded that adding fibers increases the compressive strength of concrete by 1.5%.Also, in Abaqus finite element software, a 3 story concrete frame containing fibers is modeled and subjected to cyclic loading. The use of fibers reduces about 25% of the rebars without reducing the strength.
Basic Concepts of Iron and Steel Making
This book presents the fundamentals of iron and steel making, including the physical chemistry, thermodynamics and key concepts, while also discussing associated problems and solutions. It guides the reader through the production process from start to finish, covers the raw materials, and addresses the types of processes and reactions involved in both conventional and alternative methods. Though primarily intended as a textbook for students of metallurgical engineering, the book will also prove a useful reference for professionals and researchers working in this area.
Structural Health Monitoring
The book presents recent advances regarding the inspection and monitoring of engineering structures; including bridges, buildings, aircraft and space structures, nuclear reactors and defense platforms. Among the techniques covered are UAV photogrammetry, strain monitoring, infrared detection, acoustic emission testing, residual stress measurements, fiber optical sensing, thermographic inspection, vibration analysis, piezoelectric sensing and ultrasonic testing.Keywords: Bridges, Buildings, Aircraft Structures, Space Structures, Nuclear Reactors, Defense Platforms, UAV Photogrammetry, Strain Monitoring, Infrared Detection, Acoustic Emission Testing, Residual Stress Measurements, Fiber Optical Sensing, Thermographic Inspection, Vibration Analysis, Piezoelectric Sensing, Ultrasonic Testing, Impact Damage, Anaerobic Reactor Performance, Geomembranes, Ossointegrated Implants, Fatigue Crack Growth, Accelerometer, Nonlinear Cable Bracing, Timber Utility Poles, Steel Pipes, Loosened Bolts on Pipes, IMU-based Motion Capture, CFRP Composites, Maglev Guideway Girder, Cable-Pylon Anchorage, Deep Learning Techniques
Fortificazioni tardo classiche e ellenistiche in Magna Grecia
A discussion of Late Classical and Hellenistic fortifications in Magna Graecia, looking in particular at those of southern Italy, excluding Sicily. The first in a new series of studies that present archaeological and historical research on the wider field of military matters, this volume combines a short narrative of military events during the 4th and 3rd centuries BC, with a detailed study of fortifications in cities such as Taranto, Metaponto, Crotone, Velia and Paestum. Italian text.
M72 Knife Gate Valves
M72 Knife Gate Valves provides operators, technicians, and engineers with a basic understanding of the use and application of manual and automated knife gate valves. It presents the general practice for selection and installation of manual and automated knife gate valves for use in water and wastewater applications. This manual will explain fundamental concepts and operation of knife gate valves, providing users with a technical background to understand, specify, and install knife gate valves in applications for which they are intended. This manual provides readers with an understanding of the: - Fundamental concepts and operation of knife gate valves - Technical background of knife gate valves - General installation guidelines - Unloading, inspection, and storage - Information to troubleshoot valve installation issues Operation, maintenance and safety.
Integrative Nanomedicine for New Therapies
This book presents current laboratory, scientific and clinical aspects of nanomaterials used for medical applications in the fields of regenerative medicine, dentistry and pharmacy. It gives a broad overview of the in vitro compatibility assessment of nanostructured materials implemented in the medical field by the combination of classical biological protocols. The chapters cover all aspects of integrative medicine, such as green derived nanomaterials for biological applications; synthetic and nature-derived lipid nanoparticles and polymer nanoparticles.
Application of Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis in Environmental and Civil Engineering
The use of a multi-criteria, decision-making theory was first studied in the 1970s. Its application in civil and environmental engineering is a new approach which can be enormously helpful for manufacturing companies, students, managers, engineers, etc. The purpose of this book is to provide a resource for students and researchers that includes current application of a multi-criteria, decision-making theory in various fields such as: environment, healthcare and engineering. In addition, practical application are shown for students manually. In real life problems there are many critical parameters (criteria) that can directly or indirectly affect the consequences of different decisions. Application of a multi-criteria, decision-making theory is basically the use of computational methods that incorporate several criteria and order of preference in evaluating and selecting the best option among many alternatives based on the desired outcome.
Surface Analysis of Paper
First published in 1995, Surface Analysis of Paper examines surface analysis techniques from a paper industry perspective and places heavy emphasis on applications. Carefully chosen background material on fundamental concepts is included wherever such material assists in understanding the uses of analysis methods.
Handbook of Materials Science
Published in 1974: The CRC Handbook of Materials Science provides a current and readily accessible guide to the physical properties of solid state and structural materials.
Bioelectrochemical Systems
Part 1. Bio-electrochemical systems for biofuels and biochemicals.1. Photosynthetic Microbial Fuel Cells: Fundamentals and Potential Applications.2. Algal bio-cathodes in aid of bio-energy generation, bio-remediation and nutrient removals.3. Hydrogen and methane production in Bio-electrochemical systems.4. Hydrogen and methane generation from bio-waste: enhancement and upgrading via bioelectrochemical systems.5. Bio-electrochemical systems/technology for Energy and waste treatment.6. Bio-electrochemical for Energy and waste treatment via suitable microbial systems.7. Bio-electrochemical remediation of organic pollutants.8. Electrosynthesis of various chemicals.Part 2. Recognition of bio-electrochemical systems in real life.9. Industrial applications of bio-electrochemical system: wastewater treatment and others.10. Applications of bio-electrochemical systems in metal recovery.11. Integrating waste management with MFC.12. Bio-electrochemical technology: Challenges and Implications.13. High value-added compounds (oligomers from hemicellulose) using microwaves pretreatment of electrochemical Processes.14. Rice paddy field microbial fuel cells: fundamentals and recent progresses.15. Effective Cathode Catalysts for Oxygen Reduction Reactions in Microbial Fuel Cell.16. Hydrogen production and contaminants removal using microbial electrochemical cells.
Aerogels II
The book focuses on aerogels for biomedical applications, thermal insulation, energy storage, fuel cells, batteries and environmental remediation.Keywords: Aerogels, Biomedical Applications, Implantable Devices, Tissue Engineering, Bone Regeneration, Biosensing, Pharmacological Applications, Catalysts, Water Purification, Pesticides, Thermal Insulation, Energy Storage, Fuel Cells, Batteries, Environmental Remediation, Polymer Aerogels, Bioaerogels, Carbon-based Aerogels.
Synchrotron Radiation
Learn about the properties of synchrotron radiation and its wide range of applications in physics, materials science and chemistry with this invaluable reference. This thorough text describes the physical principles of the subject, its source and methods of delivery to the sample, as well as the different techniques that use synchrotron radiation to analyse the electronic properties and structure of crystalline and non-crystalline materials and surfaces. Explains applications to study the structure and electronic properties of materials on a microscopic, nanoscopic and atomic scale. An excellent resource for current and future users of these facilities, showing how the available techniques can complement information obtained in users' home laboratories. Perfect for graduate and senior undergraduate students taking specialist courses in synchrotron radiation, in addition to new and established researchers in the field.
Quality of Water Resources in Poland
1. Assessment Of Water Resources Quality In Poland 2. Development and Protection of Water Resources in Protected Areas in Poland in Pursuit of Sustainable Development 3. Anthropogenic Water Reservoirs in Poland 4. Irrigation and Drainage in Polish Agriculture - State, Problems and Needs 5. Assessment of the Surface Water Quality in Poland 6. Water Quality in Main Water Reservoirs in Poland 7. Assessment of Pollution of Water Resources and Process of Pollution Spreading 8. Ingression and Ascension of Saline Waters on the Polish Coast of the Baltic Sea 9. Monitoring of Groundwater Quality in Poland 10. Sediment Management in River Basins - an Essential Element of River Basin Management Plans 11. Environmental and Anthropogenic Determinants of Water Chemistry in the Carpathians 12. Surface Water Eutrophication in Poland: Assessment and Prevention 13. Monitoring of Small Catchments in Poland as Part of the Integrated Environmental Monitoring Program - Functioning of the Agricultural Catchment of Struga Toruńska 14. Water and Wastewater Management Condition in Poland 15. Water Problems in Urban Areas 16. Multidimensional Aspect of the Water Resources Management in Metropolitan Areas 17. Conclusions and Recommendations
China’s Resources, Energy and Sustainable Development: 2020
China's Energy Transition Strategy in the Context of Global Climate Change.- Research on Urbanization and Low-carbon Development in China.- Low-carbon Transition (peaking) of Chinese Cities: The Case of Beijing.- The Transition of China's Power System.- Reality and Challenges of China's Water Resources Management in the Context of Climate Change.
X-Ray Phase-Contrast Imaging Using Near-Field Speckles
Introduction.- Principles of X-Ray Imaging.- Synchrotron Beamlines, Instrumentation and Contributions.- X-ray Single-Grating Interferometry.- Principles and State of the Art Of X-Ray Speckle-Based Imaging.- The Unified Modulated Pattern Analysis.- At-Wavelength Optics Characterisation Via X-Ray Speckle- And Grating-Based Unified Modulated Pattern Analysis.- 3d Virtual Histology Using X-Ray Speckle With The Unified Modulated Pattern Analysis.- Recent Developments and Ongoing Work In X-Ray Speckle-Based Imaging.- Summary, Conclusions and Outlook.- Appendices.
New Frontiers of Nanomaterials in Environmental Science
This book provides the detail information about nanoparticles, their types, characterization techniques such as TEM, FESEM, AFM, XRD etc. nanogenotoxicity, metal and metal oxide nanoparticle's toxicity, physical and chemical characterization of nanomaterials, entry routes, cell-nano interaction studies, possible impacts to the human kind, and on the methods of evaluating the toxicity. It puts together comprehensive and up-to-date information about sustainable approaches in making an eco-friendly environment using advanced nanotechnologies. It educated readers about the new frontiers and scope of employing various state-of-art nano-technologies to clean-up and save our environment. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, environmental biotechnologists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, environmental sciences, environmental engineering and biotechnology.
