Basic Science and Art of Aircraft Wreckage Reconstruction, Second Edition
Discover the Art and Science of Aircraft Wreckage Reconstruction"Provides excellent guidance on the documentation and reconstruction process and is a good field guide for anyone investigating an aircraft accident."― Anthony T. Brickhouse, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityDive into the essential aspects of aircraft crash investigation with the new edition of Basic Science and Art of Aircraft Wreckage Reconstruction. Written by industry veteran Don Knutson, this comprehensive guide covers the intricacies of investigating crashes, the mindset needed for thorough investigations, and the step-by-step processes for on-scene reconstruction.Designed for practitioners, students, and enthusiasts alike, this book offers detailed references for further reading and research. Through generic yet real-life scenarios, Knutson provides valuable insights into aircraft crash investigations. Whether you're with a government aviation agency, a manufacturer, the military, an insurance company, law enforcement, or a law firm, this book is an indispensable resource.Anthony T. Brickhouse, an esteemed professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, endorses this book for its practical guidance and field applicability. His students have benefited from Knutson's blend of professional experience and personal stories.Basic Science and Art of Aircraft Wreckage Reconstruction is a must-read for anyone passionate about understanding the meticulous process of aircraft accident investigation. Enhance your knowledge and skills with this authoritative resource.
One Water
This report shows how adopting the One Water holistic water management approach could help the People's Republic of China (PRC) analyze rural wastewater issues and build cost-effective circular solutions based on the specific needs of each village. The report explains how the One Water method can be used to effectively assess water resources in rural communities, see how they are interconnected, and develop integrated and adaptive wastewater systems. It considers wastewater characteristics, presents different ways to dispose of waste, and highlights how rural wastewater management can help provide inclusive access to affordable sanitation systems and support sustainable development.
The Rhetoric of Project Apollo
The Rhetoric of Project Apollo examines the metaphorical language that CBS News, with the assistance of NASA's Public Affairs Office, used in reporting the Apollo missions, 1968-1972, and explains how its cultural narratives have shifted in recent broadcast remembrances.
Handbook of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations
The Handbook of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations is the first thorough resource manual developed exclusively for water and wastewater plant operators.
Heavy Metal Contamination in the Environment
This reference book explores the multifaceted problem of heavy metal contamination in the environment. Through its in-depth analysis, the book provides a thorough overview of the sources and pathways of heavy metals, their persistence in ecosystems, and the resulting health impacts on individuals and ecosystems. The chapters explore the diverse sources of contamination, including industrial activities, mining, agriculture, and urbanization, while examining the types of heavy metals found in the environment and their toxicological properties. The book further reviews the profound health effects associated with heavy metal exposure, such as neurological disorders, developmental abnormalities, carcinogenicity, and organ damage. Furthermore, the book provides insights into risk assessment methodologies, regulatory frameworks, and guidelines aimed at controlling and minimizing heavy metal exposure. It highlights the challenges and gaps in current regulations, identifies potential areas for improvement, and presents analytical techniques for heavy metal analysis and removal. This book is an important source for researchers and professionals working in the fields of environmental science, toxicology, and public health.
Challenges and Sustainable Solutions in Bioremediation
This book highlights the characteristics, aims, and applications of microorganisms as a crucial solution for sustainable management of the toxic pollutants in aquatic ecosystems, soil, and air. It facilitates biotechnology towards the development of more sustainable biological systems by minimizing the level of harmful toxic substances and reducing the toxic effects in current chemical processes. It serves as a useful guide for a diverse community of practicing professionals, researchers, students (undergraduate and postgraduate), innovators involved in biotechnology research, and policymakers engaged in the development of strategies to deal with challenges of current environmental issues and working in the bioremediation field.Features: Highlights the characteristics and applications of microorganisms as a crucial solution for sustainable management of pollutants in soil, water, and air Examines how biotechnology can be used to remediate emerging toxic pollutants/contaminants from industrial wastewater and for nano-filtration applications Discusses how bionanomaterials-based sensors can be practically used for monitoring air and water pollution, as well as resource recovery from wastewater
Nuclear Principles in Engineering
Several emerging application areas are driving a revival in nuclear engineering, including new nuclear reactor designs (advanced water-cooled reactors, small modular reactors, and microreactors) and their various applications beyond electricity production and a revolution in nuclear medicine, nuclear space exploration, hydrogen production, and homeland security. This fully updated introductory textbook provides students and practitioners with the fundamentals of nuclear principles in engineering for a thorough understanding of physical processes relating to neutron physics, nuclear structures, and radiation interactions. To comprehend physical phenomena, hands-on computational exercises supported by mathematical details and real-life examples are provided to communicate the nuclear principles concepts. A new chapter details the evolution of nuclear power plants, explaining the modern-day technologies based on design details linked to the basic principles of nuclear engineering. In addition, every chapter is supplied with the problems solutions and answers. Nuclear Principles in Engineering, Third Edition, is written for students, engineers, physicists, and scientists who need up-to-date information on basic nuclear concepts and calculation methods, and will serve as an invaluable resource for training programs in the nuclear sector.
6G-Enabled Technologies for Next Generation
A comprehensive reference on 6G wireless technologies, covering applications, hardware, security and privacy concerns, existing challenges, analytics methods, and much more 6G-Enabled Technologies for Next Generation delivers a thorough overview of the emerging sixth generation of wireless technology, presenting critical challenges of implementing 6G technologies including spectrum allocation, energy efficiency, security, interoperability, and more. Explaining ways we can use technologies to ensure a sustainable environment through renewable energy and a resilient industry, this book covers the applications and use cases such as smart grid, IoT, smart manufacturing, addressing security and privacy issues with privacy-preserving techniques and authentication control mechanisms. This book discusses the analytical methods used to study the performance of 6G technologies, covering simulation techniques, performance metrics, and predictive modeling. Introducing the core principles of 6G technology, including the advantages and disadvantages of the technology and how wireless communications have evolved, energy-efficient hardware and the different types of green communication technologies is explained. Many case studies are included in this book with a detailed explanation. Written by a team of experienced researchers, this book discusses: Terahertz (ThZ) communication, massive MIMO and beamforming, quantum communication, bandwidth management, and ultra-dense networks and small cell deployments Smart cities, telemedicine, and autonomous vehicles and schemes for waveform design, modulation, error correction, and advanced coding and modulation Sensor networks, edge computing and mobile cloud computing, and spatial, quantum, and dew computing Quantum-safe encryption, privacy-preserving technologies and techniques, threats and vulnerabilities, and authentication and access control mechanisms Network slicing and service differentiation, multi-connectivity and heterogeneous networks, and wireless power transfer 6G-Enabled Technologies for Next Generation is a comprehensive, up-to-date reference on the subject for students, academics, and researchers, along with professionals in the telecommunications field.
Rocket Design and Construction Fundamentals
This book delves into the fascinating world of rocketry, exploring its historical milestones, fundamental principles, and the cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of space exploration.The book is structured into six parts, each meticulously covering essential aspects of rocket design, construction, and applications. Starting with the historical evolution of rockets and the principles of propulsion, it moves into the intricate details of rocket system components, types of propulsion technologies, and advanced guidance systems. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the materials, structures, and engineering practices that make modern rockets possible, alongside insights into innovative manufacturing techniques like 3D printing and automation.From translating complex designs into tangible assemblies to rigorous testing and validation, the book offers a hands-on perspective on building and launching rockets. Applications in space exploration, satellite deployment, military uses, and commercial ventures are examined in detail, highlighting the critical role rockets play in advancing humanity's reach into space.The final sections address the future of rocketry, focusing on reusable systems, green propulsion technologies, AI-driven innovations, and next-generation propulsion concepts like nuclear and antimatter systems. Challenges such as regulatory hurdles, ethical considerations, and the competitive dynamics between nations and private entities are explored, along with the opportunities emerging in the rapidly growing space technology market.This book is ideal for aerospace professionals, engineering students, and space enthusiasts who want a guide to the science and engineering behind rockets. It serves as both an educational resource and an inspirational roadmap for anyone looking to understand the intricacies of rocketry and its pivotal role in space exploration. Whether you're an aspiring engineer, a researcher, or a space enthusiast, Rocket Design and Construction Fundamentals offers the knowledge and insights needed to grasp the challenges and opportunities in this dynamic field.
Healthcare Industry 4.0
This book covers computer vision-based applications in digital healthcare industry 4.0, including different computer vision techniques, image classification, image segmentations, and object detection. Various application case studies from domains such as science, engineering, and social networking are introduced, along with their architecture and how they leverage various technologies, such as edge computing and cloud computing. It also covers applications of computer vision in tumor detection, cancer detection, combating COVID-19, and patient monitoring.Features: Provides a state-of-the-art computer vision application in the digital health care industry Reviews advances in computer vision and data science technologies for analyzing information on human function and disability Includes practical implementation of computer vision application using recent tools and software Explores computer vision-enabled medical/clinical data security in the cloud Includes case studies from the leading computer vision integrated vendors like Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, and Google This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in bioengineering, intelligent systems, and computer science and engineering.
Advanced Bioseparation of Industrial Wastes
Advanced Bioseparation of Industrial Wastes: Sustainable Recovery of High-Value Metal Ions examines resource recovery from a variety of industrial waste streams, including sludge and wastewater, with an emphasis on both the fundamentals and the more advanced concepts involved. Chemical leaching, waste treatment, and other processes for metal extraction are broken down into their component parts in great detail. Several important metals, such as lithium, copper, gold, platinum, nickel, zinc, chromium, uranium, cobalt, rhodium, and indium, could be salvaged from recyclables. This book presents the best practices for dealing with waste from industries such as those involved in the production of electronic goods, automobiles, batteries, as well as mining and electroplating. It provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the many forms of industrial waste, including their composition, recycling processes, and the potential for recovery of essential metals, from the ground up.Features: Provides updated occurrence and characteristics of a variety of high-value metal ions that can be recovered from different industrial wastes. Presents advanced chemical leaching technologies for those metal ions. Describes detailed accounts of physico-chemical-based reuse and recycle methodologies. Covers innovative approaches for the reutilization and management of industrial wastes.
International Cooperation in the Aerospace Industry
International Cooperation in the Aerospace Industry offers a unique study and analysis of how nations and industries have cooperated internationally to design and manufacture civil and military aircraft from a variety of perspectives: historical, economic, organizational, operational, and political.Covering Europe, North and South America, Asia, and the Middle East, the author examines both the practical and managerial aspects of establishing and operating international programs and analyzes the economic and political dynamics associated with international cooperation. A chapter is dedicated to describing and comparing the various organizational and legal structures that have historically been used as frameworks for cooperative programs. It also examines cooperative international activities in aerospace research and development, and international ventures in maintenance, repair, and overhaul of operational aircraft.Throughout the book, practical examples of cooperative programs around the world are used to illustrate analytical themes, as well as a series of case studies of international cooperative aircraft programs of special political and economic significance. This comprehensive book will be a valuable resource for researchers and postgraduate students specializing in aviation and aerospace management.
Fire-Resistant Design of Structures
This book addresses the detailed analysis and design of structures under fire loads through the basic concepts. While fire and explosion characteristics of materials are discussed in detail, an estimate of fire load and integration to fire-resistant design is the main focus. The detailed design procedures include practical examples of various design codes from around the world. The scope of Fire-Resistant Design of Structures includes discussions related to the estimate of fire loads, analysis and design of structural members under fire, fire protection and firefighting systems, working principles, and suitability for various industrial applications. It provides comprehensive coverage regarding the analysis and design of structural systems under fire loads, in particular, and under elevated temperatures, in general.Features: Provides an understanding of fire loads, analysis, and design of various structural members Includes detailed design methods and model studies Covers in detail different types of firefighting equipment and their functions and applications
System Level Control and Optimisation of Microgrids
Microgrids are essential components of next-generation energy grids. A microgrid is a local, integrated energy system comprising interconnected loads and distributed energy resources; they can represent urban or rural districts, islands or local communities. Microgrids can operate in parallel with the main grid or independently in an intentional island mode. When on-site generation is included, intelligent buildings can also function as microgrids. Efficient optimization and control algorithms are crucial for ensuring optimal microgrid performance, making them a continuous focus of research and development in the field of power systems. The next-generation energy grid and urban environment need to be smart and sustainable to deal with the growing energy demand and achieve environmental goals. In this context, the role of local energy systems at the distribution level, which can represent urban or rural districts, islands or local communities, is crucial. System Level Control and Optimisation of Microgrids offers a comprehensive and systematic review of developments in this field. The chapters cover topics such as modelling of integrated energy systems and district heating systems, dynamics and control of grid-connected microgrids, frequency regulation, distributed optimization for energy grids, integration of distributed energy resources, transactive energy management for multi-energy microgrids, and laboratory validation. Real-world examples are provided through case studies based on the EUREF Energy Workshop and fog computing-based decentralized energy management. This book presents a wide range of perspectives from academia and industry on the challenges and solutions in microgrid optimization and control. It serves as a thorough resource for engineers and academics in the control and power systems fields, as well as for graduate students in related disciplines. Advanced control and optimization techniques for microgrids are discussed in depth, with examples and case studies demonstrating their practical application in shaping the future of energy systems.
Food Plant Sanitation
Food safety and quality are primary concerns in the food manufacturing industry. Written by an author with more than 40 years' experience in the food industry, Food Plant Sanitation: Design, Maintenance, and Good Manufacturing Practices, Third Edition provides completely updated practical advice on all aspects of food plant sanitation and sanitation-related food safety issues. It offers readers the tools to establish a food safety system to help control microbiological, physical, and chemical hazards. Understanding that sanitation is integral to food safety is the foundation for an effective food safety system. Features of this new edition include new photographs, tables, and up-to-date material that better reflect current guidance on food plant sanitation, including additional information on the implementation of FSMA. The chapters address testing for and control of microorganisms in food manufacturing, including recent challenges in the industry due to pathogens such as Listeria monocytogenes. They also offer discussions on biofilms, regulatory requirements from the European Union, allergens, sanitary facility design, and describe proven best practices for sanitation as well as current sanitary requirements and regulatory changes from the FDA and USDA. In addition, the author presents methods for verifying sanitation, and provides greater differentiation of verification versus validation.The final chapters identify good manufacturing practices for employees and present a comprehensive pest management plan, including control measures and chemical interventions. The book concludes with strategies for preventing chemical and physical food safety hazards. This reference provides a practical perspective for implementing food plant sanitation and safety processes. The author has included, wherever possible, examples of procedures, forms, and documents to help novice food safety and quality professionals develop effective food safety systems.
Homotopy-Based Methods in Water Engineering
Most complex physical phenomena can be described by nonlinear equations, specifically, differential equations. In water engineering, nonlinear differential equations play a vital role in modeling physical processes. Analytical solutions to strong nonlinear problems are not easily tractable, and existing techniques are problem-specific and applicable for specific types of equations. Exploring the concept of homotopy from topology, different kinds of homotopy-based methods have been proposed for analytically solving nonlinear differential equations, given by approximate series solutions. Homotopy-Based Methods in Water Engineering attempts to present the wide applicability of these methods to water engineering problems. It solves all kinds of nonlinear equations, namely algebraic/transcendental equations, ordinary differential equations (ODEs), systems of ODEs, partial differential equations (PDEs), systems of PDEs, and integro-differential equations using the homotopy-based methods. The content of the book deals with some selected problems of hydraulics of open-channel flow (with or without sediment transport), groundwater hydrology, surface-water hydrology, general Burger's equation, and water quality.Features: Provides analytical treatments to some key problems in water engineering Describes the applicability of homotopy-based methods for solving nonlinear equations, particularly differential equations Compares different approaches in dealing with issues of nonlinearity
Introduction to Embedded Systems and Robotics
This book is a technical guide to fundamentals of embedded systems and robotics, and their application to practical problems. The book hosts the concepts of different elements related to the amalgamation of embedded system and robotics before tackling the physics of robotic systems.This book is the ABC of embedded system and robotics: A for acquiring the concepts, B for building robotic systems, and C for creating solutions. It is appropriate for undergraduate and post-graduate students of electronics and electrical engineering, robotics engineering, computer science and engineering, mechanical engineering, and allied disciplines. Specifically, it will act as a guide for students doing robotics projects in their final semesters.
Biomedical Engineering for Global Health
Explore the fundamentals of biomedical engineering technologies with this thought-provoking introduction, framed around modern-day global cancer inequities. Connecting engineering principles to real-world global health scenarios, this textbook introduces major technological advances in cancer care through the lens of global health inequity, discusses how promising new technologies can address this inequity, and demonstrates how novel medical technologies are adopted for real-world clinical use. It includes modular chapters designed to enable a flexible pathway through material, for students from a wide range of backgrounds; boxed discussion of contemporary issues in engineering for global health, encouraging students to explore ethical questions related to science and society; supplementary lab modules for hands-on experience in translating engineering principles into healthcare solutions; and over 200 end-of-chapter problems, targeting multiple learning outcomes to solidify student understanding. This introduction is designed to equip students with all the critical, technical, and ethical knowledge they need to excel.
East Mediterranean Natural Gas
One of the hottest topics currently under passionate discussion in the Middle East and global natural gas markets is that of the natural gas potential in the Eastern Mediterranean region. The question on everyone's lips is whether this resource could be a regional, or indeed global, 'game-changer'. To answer this question, this book cuts through the misleading media reports and presents the facts of the matter, debunking the sources that overstate the region's natural gas reserves, their impact on global markets which often link them to local, regional or global political strategies. It critically examines these claims and the rapidly evolving volatile political landscape affecting them. This is especially relevant today, considering global events like the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, which will continue to shape the future of East Mediterranean natural gas. The regional power struggle to become the dominant energy hubs among the Eastern Mediterranean countries adds further complexity to the narrative. For those readers unfamiliar with the technical aspects of natural gas, the game of football is used as an analogy, comparing the complex regional and global natural gas dynamics to a chaotic football match. This analogy makes the complex technical subject more accessible to a broader audience by framing it in a familiar and relatable way.
Pollution Control
"Pollution Control" is a comprehensive guide on combating environmental pollution, crucial for students, professionals, and environmentally conscious readers. This book delves into the complex world of environmental engineering with a focus on pollution control, offering a blend of technical insights and practical solutions.In the opening chapter, the book sets the stage with an exploration of different types of pollution, including air, water, and soil pollution. It highlights the sources and emissions of air pollutants, their impacts on human health and the environment, and delves into the regulatory frameworks essential for air quality management. The discussion on water pollution covers its sources, effects on aquatic ecosystems and human health, and the standards and regulations for maintaining water quality. The section on soil pollution provides an insightful look into contaminants, soil degradation, and remediation techniques.The book then transitions into the fundamentals of environmental engineering. It introduces systems thinking, life cycle assessment, and the principles of mass and energy transfer. These concepts are crucial for understanding the diffusion and dispersion of pollutants, and their chemical and biological transformations. The chapter emphasizes sustainable design and green engineering practices, setting the tone for pollution prevention.Subsequent chapters offer a deeper dive into specific areas like air and water quality management, solid and hazardous waste management, and environmental legislation and policy. These sections are rich with details on assessment techniques, pollution control strategies, treatment technologies, and regulatory measures. The book also tackles the role of policy instruments in promoting sustainable practices and explores market-based approaches to pollution prevention."Sustainable Development and Green Technologies" is a standout chapter, discussing the principles of sustainable development and the triple bottom line approach. It advocates for sustainable consumption, renewable energy, and innovative pollution prevention technologies, including nanotechnology and bioremediation techniques.In later chapters, the book addresses environmental risk assessment and management, focusing on hazard identification, risk characterization, and management strategies. It also explores industrial ecology, emphasizing cleaner production and industrial symbiosis, and concludes with ecological engineering and ecosystem restoration, underscoring the importance of biodiversity conservation and habitat enhancement."Pollution Control" is not just a textbook; it's a roadmap for future environmental engineers and policy-makers. It combines technical depth with accessibility, making it an invaluable resource for anyone committed to understanding and solving the challenges of environmental pollution. The book's comprehensive coverage, from the fundamentals of environmental engineering to advanced pollution control techniques and policies, makes it an essential guide for shaping a more sustainable and cleaner future.
Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Public Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Facilities in Developing Asia and the Pacific
This report highlights how many women and girls still lack adequate access to public water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in Asia and the Pacific and explains why focusing on gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) can level the playing field. Despite improvements, inadequate access to WASH facilities for groups including women and girls, older people, and people with disabilities means they may miss school and loose opportunities for jobs and healthcare. Recommending countries incorporate GESI into national WASH guidelines, the report shows how providing safe, gender-segregated and gender-neutral public facilities with adequate water and disability-friendly designs contributes toward long-term sustainable development.
Reeds Vol 12: Motor Engineering Knowledge for Marine Engineers
The essential guide to modern equipment found in merchant ships, focusing on 'motor' propulsion for marine engineers. Developed to complement Reeds vol 8: General Engineering Knowledge for Marine Engineers, this indispensable textbook comprehensively covers the motor engineering syllabus for marine engineering officer cadets. It is the only guide available focusing on knowledge needed to pass the motor engineering Certificate of Competency (CoC) examinations. Accessibly written and clearly illustrated with technical drawings, it begins with theoretical and practical thermodynamic operating cycles. The book is structured to give descriptions of engines and individual components used to extract heat energy from fossil fuels and achieve high levels of engine efficiency. This revised edition has been updated and expanded to remain current, covering hybrid systems, biofuels and waste heat recovery. It includes new self-assessment questions and examples to aid learning and improve assessment outcomes.
Urban Drainage
This new edition of a well-established textbook covers the health, environmental, and engineering aspects of the management of rainwater and wastewater in areas of human development. Urban Drainage deals comprehensively not only with the design of new systems but also with the analysis and upgrading of existing infrastructure. Keeping its balance of principles, practice, and research, the fifth edition has had the most comprehensive update of any edition so far. It includes a new chapter on urban drainage planning, some significant restructuring of others and the introduction of new topics, including emerging contaminants, wastewater surveillance, AI, digital twins, and cyber-physical security. It also addresses current concerns about climate change impacts and intermittent wastewater pollution, and new ideas about sustainable and resilient systems. In all cases, the aim is to provide comprehensive, authoritative, and evidence-based content prioritising innovation, improved methods, and solutions.This is an essential text for undergraduates and graduate students, lecturers, and researchers in water engineering, environmental engineering, public health engineering, engineering hydrology, and related non-engineering disciplines. It also serves as a dependable and up-to-date reference for drainage engineers in water service providers, local authorities, and consulting engineers. Throughout the text, extensive examples are used to support and demonstrate the key issues.
Methods and Tools for Computer-aided Design of Multidimensional Filters in Signal Processing
Understand and apply the tools of computer-aided design to analog signal processing Signal processing is done mostly with digital circuits, but because the signals generated by our environment are themselves analog, some incorporation of analog circuitry is unavoidable. The design and construction of analog circuits is difficult and time-consuming out of all proportion to the number and prominence of these circuits in signal processing systems. In recent years, groundbreaking computer-aided tools have emerged to facilitate and hasten the design of these circuits. Methods and Tools for Computer-aided Design of Multidimensional Filters in Signal Processing offers an introduction to these tools and their applications. It will focus particularly on VHDL, the most popular language used to describe hardware, and an essential tool in presenting circuits which are too complex to present graphically. Offering a design method based in C++ and a variety of techniques for fabricating integrated circuits, this is a must-own volume for researchers and engineers working on signal processing methods. Methods and Tools for Computer-aided Design of Multidimensional Filters in Signal Processing readers will also find: A design strategy based on gyrator-capacitor circuits as prototype filters Options for implementing circuits as either continuous or discrete time filters Concrete example of a filter implemented in SI technique Methods and Tools for Computer-aided Design of Multidimensional Filters in Signal Processing is ideal for researchers working on signal processing, as well as engineers, programmers, and other experts developing computer tools for filter design.
Sustainable Water Treatment and Management
Sustainable Water Treatment and Management covers broad water and environmental engineering aspects relevant to water resources management as well as the treatment of storm water and wastewater. It provides a descriptive overview of complex 'black box' systems and related design issues and comprehensively discusses the design, operation, maintenance, as well as water quality monitoring and modelling of traditional and novel wetland systems. Further, it provides an analysis of asset performance, the modelling of treatment processes and the performance of existing infrastructure in both developed and developing countries as well as the sustainability and economic issues involved. The book serves as a useful reference for all concerned with the built environment, including town planners, developers, engineering technicians, water and agricultural engineers and public health workers.Features: Presents the latest research findings in wastewater treatment. Includes international case studies and multi-disciplinary research projects. Explains treatment options that are applicable to any and all climatic regions.
Advanced Electroencephalography Analytical Methods
Advanced Electroencephalography Analytical Methods: Fundamentals, Acquisition, and Applications presents the theoretical basis and applications of electroencephalography (EEG) signals in neuroscience, involving signal analysis, processing, signal acquisition, representation, and applications of EEG signal analysis using non-linear approaches and machine learning. It explains principles of neurophysiology, linear signal processing, computational intelligence, and the nature of signals including machine learning. Applications involve computer-aided diagnosis, brain-computer interfaces, rehabilitation engineering, and applied neuroscience.This book: Includes a comprehensive review on biomedical signals nature and acquisition aspects Focuses on selected applications of neuroscience/cardiovascular/muscle-related biomedical areas Provides a machine learning update to a classical biomedical signal processing approach Explains deep learning and application to biomedical signal processing and analysis Explores relevant biomedical engineering and neuroscience state-of-the-art applications This book is intended for researchers and graduate students in biomedical signal processing, electrical engineering, neuroscience, and computer science.
Discrete Taylor Transform and Inverse Transform
Revolutionize the calculation of mixed derivatives with this groundbreaking text Transform and inverse transform techniques, such as the Fourier transform and the Laplace transform, enable scientists and engineers to conduct research and design in transformed domains where the work is simpler, after which the results can be converted back into the real domain where they can be applied or actualized. This latter stage in the process, the inverse transform, ordinarily poses significant challenges. New transform/inverse transform techniques carry extraordinary potential to produce revolutionary new science and engineering solutions. Discrete Taylor Transform and Inverse Transform presents the groundbreaking discovery of a new transform technique. Placing a novel emphasis on the "position variable" and "derivative operator" as main actors, the Discrete Taylor Transform and Inverse Transform (D-TTIT) will facilitate the calculation of mixed derivatives of multivariate functions to any desired order. The result promises to create new applications not only in its allied fields of quantum physics and quantum engineering, but potentially much more widely. Readers will also find: Discussion of possible applications in electrical engineering, acoustics, photonics, and many more Analysis of functions depending on one, two, or three independent variables Tools for theoreticians and practitioners to design their own algorithms for solving specific boundary-value problemsDiscrete Taylor Transform and Inverse Transform is ideal for any scientific or engineering professional looking to understand a cutting-edge research and design tool.
User Experience for Serious Games in Virtual Reality
The book presents research in understanding how to make Virtual Reality (VR) applications more enjoyable and realistic. The author studies this in relation not just to VR games for entertainment, but also for other applications such as serious games, which are used for education and training. To make VR games better, the work examines topics like the content in the game, the context in which it's played, and human factors like one's age, and previous experience with VR. By understanding these factors, the author creates guidelines to make VR games more engaging and user-friendly. The primary purpose of this work is to evaluate and identify different influences on User Experience (UX) for VR serious games, intending to narrow the research gap between Influencing Factors (IFs), UX, and design guidelines for VR serious games. With eight user studies and five different VR serious games developed, different influences and links between those factors and UX components are investigated.
Renewable Energy
The transition to renewable energy is essential for ensuring energy supply, and to mitigate environmental effects of fossil fuels, particularly climate change. However, because renewable energy resources do not provide a constant supply of energy and they are not sufficiently portable for many applications, the development of energy storage methods is necessary. The book reviews historical and current energy use, as well as provides predictions for future energy demands. The main sources of renewable energy are introduced including hydroelectric, wind, solar, geothermal, and biofuels, along with an analysis of the need for energy storage.
Wave and Tidal Generation Devices
The potential of wave power lies in waves' kinetic energy. Waves have a far greater energy density than wind or solar and can generate between 24-70 kW per meter of wave. The global tidal energy potential is estimated to be 3 TW, with approximately 1 TW in comparably shallow waters. The challenge for the development of marine energy converters (MEC) is to achieve an investment cost and rate of return that will make marine energy devices viable, compared to other sources of electrical power.The first edition of this work provided a description of the reliability and availability issues facing new wave and tidal generation devices. Since publication, there has been growing activity world-wide. The 2nd edition brings this activity to light; chapters cover, after an overview, the principles, reliability in theory and practice, a range of devices and device taxonomy, availability, device layout and grid connection, design and testing for wave and tidal devices, monitoring, as well as operational experiences and lessons learnt from existing systems.Wave and Tidal Generation Devices, 2nd Edition is a key resource for researchers and developers in industry and academia involved with wave or tidal energy devices, for experts responsible for operating and maintaining wave and tidal assets, as well as for advanced students involved with ocean energy technology engineering.
Economics of Grid-Supported Electric Power Markets
Centrally-managed U.S. wholesale power markets operating over high-voltage AC transmission grids are transitioning from heavy reliance on fossil-fuel based power to greater reliance on renewable power with increasingly diverse suppliers and customers. This monograph highlights four conceptually-problematic economic presumptions reflected in the legacy core design of these markets that are hindering this transition. The key problematic presumption is the static conceptualization of the basic product as grid-delivered energy (MWh) transacted in short-run (day-ahead and intra-day) markets at competitively determined unit prices ($/MWh), conditional on delivery location and time. This study argues, to the contrary, that the basic product in need of efficient reliable transaction in these markets is reserve (physically covered insurance) for protection against power imbalance (volumetric grid risk). This reserve is the guaranteed availability of dispatchable nodal power-production capabilities for possible central dispatch during designated future operating periods at designated grid delivery locations to satisfy just-in-time customer power demands and grid reliability requirements. For illustration, a recently proposed Linked Swing-Contract Market Design is briefly reviewed. The latter design permits dispatchable power resources to offer diverse types of reserve into a centrally-managed collection of linked forward bid/offer-based reserve markets via two-part pricing insurance contracts taking a flexible swing form. The swing in these contracts permits efficient planning for real-time reliability, and the two-part pricing form of these contracts permits cleared suppliers to assure their revenue sufficiency. A principled cost allocation rule supports the independence of the fiducial central manager by assuring break-even revenue adequacy for system operations as a whole.
Handbook on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
As Asia's building sector booms, this handbook provides practical tools and guidance to design, evaluate, and finance energy efficient building projects to help make the sector greener and more resilient. Explaining how energy efficient construction can help reduce costs, lower emissions, and improve affordability, the handbook offers practical guidance and tools, covers key project cycle stages, and delves into sustainable heating and cooling strategies. It details ways to improve procurement, monitoring and evaluation of energy efficiency measures in the building sector while underscoring the need for governments and the private sector to work together to help transition toward a zero-carbon building stock.
Biosensors
Comprehensive resource covering new technologies, materials, strategies, and recent advancements in the field of biosensing Biosensors summarizes cutting-edge technologies in biosensing, including gene editing (known as Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeat or CRISPR), quorum sensing utilizing inter and intra cell signals, two-dimensional (2D) materials and aptamer-mediated sensor designs, and more, with additional coverage of the latest materials, strategies, and advancements made in the field. Chapters are categorized on the basis of various bio-recognition elements that include aptamer, nucleic acid, enzymes, antibodies, bacteriophages, peptides, and molecular imprinted polymers. Plasmonic, surface-enhanced Raman scattering, colorimetric, fluorescence, electrochemical, magneto and piezo-electric biosensor sensing techniques are also considered. The roles of various nanomaterials, advancement in synthesis, signal enhancement strategies, and new trends for biomedical applications are also described. Current challenges, limitations, and future prospects to developing biosensors for point-of-care and clinical applications are also discussed. Written by three highly qualified authors, Biosensors includes information on: Diverse bio-receptors include nucleic acids, aptamers, enzymes, antibodies, bacteriophages, molecularly imprinted polymers, whole-cell, and techniques of immobilization Different transduction principles using bio-receptors (e.g., optical, electrochemical, piezo-electrical, and SERS) to detect microorganism, toxins, and diseases Nanomaterials synthesis, their role in biosensing, pros and cons of carbon, polymer, metals, metal oxides, and quantum dots-based nanomaterials in medical biosensing applications Biosensors is a comprehensive and complete resource on the subject for researchers and professionals in physics, chemistry, and biomedical science, research communities working in the fields of plasmonics, optics, biosensors, and nano-photonics, and students in related programs of study.
The Intelligent Project Manager
Unlock the Secrets to Successful Public Sector Project Management: Easy-to-Understand Guidance on Becoming a Trusted Leader and Delivering Exceptional Infrastructure Projects.Why should you read this book?Transform Your Career: Equip yourself with essential tools to succeed as a public sector project leaderMaster Practical Skills: Access project management insights beyond college textbooksEnhance Outcomes: Identify and refine gaps in your approach for improved resultsLearn from Experience: Benefit from a seasoned municipal project manager's expertiseTarget Audience: Aspiring Public Sector Project ManagersCurrent Project Leaders in the Public SectorContractors and Consultants Working on Public Projects★★★ THIS BOOK MAKES AN IDEAL GIFT FOR★★★ Friends and family aspiring to become project leaders in the public sectorRecent college or university graduates preparing for a career in governmentThose planning to work on public projectsThose pursuing career growth or a transition into public-sector project management★★★★★ BUY NOW BEFORE THE PRICE CHANGES! ★★★★★
Biorefinery of Industrial Effluents for a Sustainable Circular Economy
Biorefinery of Industrial Effluents for a Sustainable Circular Economy provides a combined approach on environmental engineering, which involves the improvement of the natural environment or remediation of polluted sites. In addition, it discusses bioprocess engineering involving the development of processes for the manufacture of products from biological materials to produce a valuable bioproduct. It covers sources, impacts, and applications of industrial effluents that could potentially be used as feedstock for the IEB with examples of applied research that demonstrates the relationship between the effluents, biorefinery, treatment and bioproduct recovery. Materials that can be produced from IEB and the treatment processes for such are considered.
Gender Equality and Water Security
This report explains why women in Asia and the Pacific are more likely to suffer water insecurity, shows how it impacts their lives, and sets out ways to infuse gender into water management, policies, and governance to ensure water security for all.Highlighting how women are underrepresented in the management and delivery of water, the report recommends setting targets, monitoring progress toward gender equality, and promoting gender-inclusive practices in water security initiatives. It shows how water-related organizations alongside governance and management institutions can take measures to boost women's water access, reduce vulnerability, and increase employment to drive transformational change.
Pakistan's Low-Carbon Energy Outlook and Technology Road Map
This report, as part of a series on energy and emission pathways, examines business-as-usual and low-carbon scenarios for Pakistan. The report outlines the technologies, efficiency measures, and the investment costs associated with the low-carbon pathway. It analyzes various barriers and enablers for the application of the technologies that are part of the cost-minimization pathway. It also identifies the investment needs for each technology, along with potential modalities for sourcing the necessary financial resources for their deployment.
Toward Dymonds Framework for Resilient and Clean Electricity Services
This monograph focuses on changing electric energy systems and shows how today's operating and planning practices can be enhanced by relying on data-enabled predictions and decision-making software. In particular, this monograph describes how one can utilize the Dynamic Monitoring and Decision Systems (DyMonDS) framework as a unified computer platform for supporting the interactive participation of diverse grid users. It is shown that this framework can be used to systematically compute the most effective enhancements needed for ensuring resilient, cost-effective and clean electricity services in Puerto Rico. The study utilizes a bulk power system model developed by MIT Lincoln Lab from publicly available data. The focus is on the feed-forward predictable loss of equipment and the role of extended AC optimal power flow (AC OPF) in enabling resilient electricity service during extreme events, using the SmartGridz, Inc. AC OPF software. The monograph first describes the findings obtained by an earlier Puerto Rico study performed by the MIT Lincoln Laboratory. This study was done in response to a direct request by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to provide advisory tools to grid operators and planners for critical services during hurricanes and other extreme events. Next, the results of a more recent study conducted by MIT in collaboration with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and Puerto Rico's electric service provision company LUMA are covered. This data is available in the appendices for broader community use. The final part of this monograph concerns the use of AC OPF to support grid enhancements for decarbonization in Puerto Rico. The authors conclude by suggesting future work on the integration of microgrids and distributed energy resources (DERs) at strategic locations in line with Puerto Rico's PR100 decarbonization plan.
Biopolymer-Based Films and Coatings
With the growing concern for the environment and the rising price of crude oil, there is increasing demand for non-petroleum-based polymers from renewable resources. Biopolymer films have been regarded as potential replacements for synthetic films in food packaging due to a strong marketing trend toward environmentally friendly materials. Biopolymer-based films and coatings display good barrier properties, flexibility, transparency, economic profitability, and environmental compatibility. Therefore, they have successfully been used for packaging various food products. Biopolymer-Based Films and Coatings: Trends and Challenges elaborates on the recent methods and ingredients for making biodegradable films and coatings, as well as the current requirements for food security and environmental issues. This book also explores films and coatings prepared with essential oils, antimicrobial substances, and bioactive components that make up this active packaging. Films and coating chapters are based on biopolymers used to prepare films and coatings, that is, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and so on. This book provides a platform for researchers and industrialists on the basic and advanced concepts of films and coatings. Key Features Provides a comprehensive analysis of recent findings on biopolymers (carbohydrate-, protein-, and lipid-) based films and coatings Contains a wealth of new information on the properties, functionality, and applications of films and coatings Presents possible active and functional components and ingredients for developing films and coatings. Guides start-up researchers on where to start the latest research work in packaging It has been estimated that the global production of bioplastics is set to hike from 2.11 in 2020 to 2.87 million tonnes in 2025. Further, the demand for fresh, ready-to-eat, or semi-finished foods is increasing, and the need to maintain food safety and quality further exacerbates the challenges in the supply chain, especially with the globalization of food trade and the use of centralized processing facilities for food distribution. It is an urgent requirement to increase shelf life and reduce food product loss. Considering the great market demand for biodegradable material-based packaging systems, this book comes at an opportune time to enable researchers and food scientists to develop suitable solutions considering the sustainability and economic feasibility of the process.
Science Theory for Engineers and Physicists
This book is a concise hands-on guide that provides students a useful tool for a systematic approach to scientific inquiry.Science Theory for Engineers and Physicists provides a basic understanding of "the method" as a question and to understand how a reliable answer that can be validated is constructed. It covers the basic terminology and methods which are exemplified for ease of understanding for the reader. Testing of hypotheses and quantitative understanding of uncertainty and uncertainty propagation are also illustrated.The book is intended to be used with experimental work as a final or thesis project for undergraduate or graduate students who have not had prior experience in science theory or data handling and uncertainty.
Practical Implementation of Renewable Energy in Design of Buildings
This book demonstrates the enormous possibility of energy saving and reduction of CO2 emission achievable through zero-energy buildings, a building not dependent on outside energy sources. It describes technical and economical merits of utilizing renewable energies in building sectors that are not subject to factors such as disruption or price increase due to invasion, wars or sanctions. Three different buildings located in a cold climate in the northeastern USA and warm climate conditions, in California, are examined in this book. The energy balance before retrofitting and afterwards are compared and described for each of the study properties.
Advances in Biomedical Corrosion
Advances in Biomedical Corrosion: New Trends, Challenges, and Solutions encompasses just over 10 years of research into the interplay between corrosion and biomedical materials, based on technical papers by experts in the field. While the range of biomedical materials is impressive--spanning metals, alloys, ceramics, and polymers--this title focuses on metals and alloys.The book covers corrosion topics and technologies ranging nanomaterials for biomedical coatings to additive manufacturing for hip and knee replacements to the potentials of various alloys.
Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals I--Liquid Treatment Operator Certification Study Questions
The more than 800 study questions and answers in this study companion represent all aspects of liquid treatment processes and help operators prepare for the first three levels of certification examinations. Practicing these questions will allow operators to practically measure and improve their knowledge of the basics of liquid treatment and critical aspects of biological treatment, nutrient removal, and disinfection. These questions are also included as "Test Your Knowledge" questions in the Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals I-- Liquid Treatment, 2nd Edition training manual and online course developed in collaboration with Water Professional International (WPI). This separate study guide is intended for those operators who do not have the opportunity to use the training manual or online course for study. The peer-reviewed resources in the Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals series represent the expertise of hundreds of water quality professionals. They align with updated ABC Need-to-Know Criteria from Water Professionals International and are based on WEF's extensive existing resource collection.
