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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This book provides a quick and accessible resource for managing common issues pertinent to adolescents and young adults in the community, ensuring age-appropriate healthcare delivery to this distinct and vulnerable group with complex and unique needs. Providing high-quality care to this population requires knowledge and understanding of a broad range of considerations, including managing and promoting pubertal development, identity formation, chronic non-communicable diseases, substance use, violence, adolescent pregnancy, sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections, and mental health disorders, all of which are addressed here.Key Features: - Focused on the primary areas of concern for family physicians when working with this patient group - Provides a structured approach to addressing the key components of adolescent and young adult health and well-being, including exercise, sleep, and nutrition, and when to refer - Includes invaluable guidance to ensure appropriate support for vulnerable sub-populations including those with mental health disorders, child soldiers, and asylum-seeking or trafficked youth Practical and accessible, with an international perspective, this book equips family physicians, general practitioners, and the wider healthcare team to care effectively for adolescents and young adults in primary care settings.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This book examines the transformative role of design, art and media in a rapidly changing global landscape. It brings together contemporary perspectives to highlight how creative practices are responding to technological advancements, cultural shifts and evolving modes of communication.The volume presents an in-depth exploration of emerging paradigms across design and artistic disciplines, emphasizing the convergence of tradition, innovation and technology. It covers key areas such as visual communication, fashion and product design, media studies, cultural heritage and contemporary art practices, alongside evolving domains including VFX, gaming, AR/VR, journalism and sustainable design. Through research-based studies, critical analyses and practice-oriented insights, the book illustrates how global trends and digital tools are reshaping aesthetics, creative processes and audience engagement. It foregrounds interdisciplinary dialogue and international perspectives, demonstrating how designers and artists negotiate the intersection of creativity, technology and society while addressing present and future challenges in the creative industries.This book is intended for academicians, researchers, students and professionals in design, arts and media studies. It will also appeal to interdisciplinary scholars and practitioners seeking informed perspectives on innovation, cultural transformation and contemporary creative practice.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This book explores new experimental techniques and theoretical models to deepen an understanding of radiation effects and ion interaction processes in order to design materials for devices for the emerging quantum technology era.Applications include tailored sensors that respond to ionizing radiation and other electromagnetic phenomena; sensors with high radiation hardness; and materials that contain specific engineered defects with desirable optical, magnetic, or electrical properties.The chapters detail direct experimental investigations into the dynamics of radiation-induced defects, including their generation, annihilation, and transformation, on a time scale ranging from femto-seconds to seconds which requires a more detailed understanding to develop the potential of ion beams for the new technology era.It will be a valuable reference for graduate students and researchers that employ ion beams and want to engage in quantum technologies. The book will also be of interest to scientists and engineers from industry that want to make use of ion beams in quantum technologies or learn more about the potential use of ion beams in the field.Key Features:¿ Provides a comprehensive introduction to this exciting and growing field of research.¿ Up-to-date with the latest cutting-edge research and practical guidance for researchers and those in industry to apply to their work.¿ Edited by established authorities, with chapter contributions from subject-area specialists.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Nanopesticides, Nanoherbicides, and Nanofertilizers: Formulations and Applications demonstrates the potential for nanomaterials to revolutionize modern agriculture to become more sustainable. A team of expert scientists explain how the nanoformulation of traditionally used herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides can protect large-scale crops from unwanted weeds and pests as well as from the environmental side effects that are caused by the bulk application of chemicals. This book demonstrates how nanomaterials, such as hydroxyapatite, clay minerals, zeolites, and polyacrylic acid, have been successfully used to develop fertilizers that promote a slower release of chemicals due to the unique properties of nanomaterials. Their use in lower concentrations helps in decreasing the toxicity to non-targeted organisms as well as lowering the risk of environmental degradation.FEATURES: - Categorically discusses the formulations and applications of nanopestides, nanoherbicides, and nanofertilizers, as well as their impact on the environment - Presents chapters on patent landscape, environmental acceptability, and environmental risks - Addresses degradation of nanoparticles as well expected toxicity and drawbacks of nanomaterial-based pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers This book is essential reading for researchers and professionals working in the fields of biotechnology, nanomaterials and agricultural chemistry.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - System of Systems Modeling and Analysis provides the reader with motivation, theory, methodology, and examples of modeling and analysis for system of system (SoS) problems. In addition to theory, this book contains history and conceptual definitions, as well as the theoretical fundamentals of SoS modeling and analysis. It then describes methods for SoS modeling and analysis, including use of existing methodology and original work, specifically oriented to SoS.Providing a bridge between theory and practice for modeling and analysis of SoS, this book includes generalized concepts and Methods, Tools, and Processes (MTP) applicable to SoS across any application domain. Examples of application from various fields will be used to provide a practical demonstration of the use of the methodologies.Features - Offers a modern presentation of SoS principles and guided description of applying a modeling and analysis process to SoS engineering - Provides additional modeling approaches useful for SoS engineering, including agent-based modeling - Covers the current gap in literature between theory and modeling/application - Features examples of applications from various fields, such as energy grids and regional transportation - Includes questions, examples, and exercises at the end of each chapter This book is intended for senior undergraduate students in engineering programs studying SoS modeling, SoS analysis, and SoS engineering courses. Professional engineers will also benefit from MTP and examples as a baseline for specific user applications.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Application of Numerical Methods in Engineering Problems Using MATLAB® presents an analysis of structures using numerical methods and mathematical modeling. This structural analysis also includes beam, plate, and pipe elements, and examines deflection and frequency or buckling loads. The various engineering theories of beams/plates/shells are comprehensively presented, and the relationships between stress and strain, and the governing equations of the structure are extracted. To solve governing equations with numerical methods, there are two general types, including methods based on derivatives or integrals. Derivative-based methods have the advantage of flexibility in modeling boundary conditions, low analysis time, and a very high degree of accuracy. Therefore, the book explains numerical methods based on derivatives, especially the differential quadrature method.Features: - Examines the application of numerical methods to obtain the deflection, frequency, and buckling loads. - Discusses the application of numerical methods for solving motion equations. - Includes numerous practical and applicable examples throughout.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Classic and High-Enthalpy Hypersonic Flows presents a complete look at high-enthalpy hypersonic flow from a review of classic theories to a discussion of future advances centering around the Born-Oppenheim approximation, potential energy surface, and critical point for transition. The state-of-the-art hypersonic flows are defined by a seamless integration of the classic gas dynamic kinetics with nonequilibrium chemical kinetics, quantum transitions, and radiative heat transfer. The book is intended for graduate students studying advanced aerodynamics and taking courses in hypersonic flow. It can also serve as a professional reference for practicing aerospace and mechanical engineers of high-speed aerospace vehicles and propulsion system research, design, and evaluation.Features - Presents a comprehensive review of classic hypersonic flow from the Newtonian theory to blast wave analogue. - Introduces nonequilibrium chemical kinetics to gas dynamics for hypersonic flows in the high-enthalpy state. - Integrates quantum mechanics to high-enthalpy hypersonic flows including dissociation and ionization. - Covers the complete heat transfer process with radiative energy transfer for thermal protection of earth reentry vehicle. - Develops and verifies the interdisciplinary governing equations for understanding and analyzing realistic hypersonic flows.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - The conventional generation of a substantial quantity of hydrogen from resources based on fossil fuels continues to play an essential role in the hydrogen economy. Hydrogen Production from Nonrenewable Resources offers a comprehensive overview and features three sections covering properties and characteristics of hydrogen, technologies for converting nonrenewable sources to hydrogen, and challenges in synthesis and production. - Details of thermophysical characteristics and properties of hydrogen - Covers conventional and novel industrial technologies for efficient production - Explores environmental opportunities and challenges and health and safety regulations - Provides technöeconomic and lifecycle assessments with future outlooks Part of the multivolume Handbook of Hydrogen Production and Applications, this standalone book guides researchers and academics in chemical, environmental, energy, and related areas of engineering interested in the development and implementation of hydrogen production technologies.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Sample Sizes for Clinical Trials, Second Edition is a practical book that assists researchers in their estimation of the sample size for clinical trials. Throughout the book there are detailed worked examples to illustrate both how to do the calculations and how to present them to colleagues or in protocols. The book also highlights some of the pitfalls in calculations as well as the key steps that lead to the final sample size calculation.Features: - Comprehensive coverage of sample size calculations, including Normal, binary, ordinal, and survival outcome data - Covers superiority, equivalence, non-inferiority, bioequivalence and precision objectives for both parallel group and crossover designs - Highlights how trial objectives impact the study design with respect to both the derivation of sample formulae and the size of the study - Motivated with examples of real-life clinical trials showing how the calculations can be applied - New edition is extended with all chapters revised, some substantially, and four completely new chapters on multiplicity, cluster trials, pilot studies, and single arm trials The book is primarily aimed at researchers and practitioners of clinical trials and biostatistics, and could be used to teach a course on sample size calculations. The importance of a sample size calculation when designing a clinical trial is highlighted in the book. It enables readers to quickly find an appropriate sample size formula, with an associated worked example, complemented by tables to assist in the calculations.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - The primary aim of this edited volume is to document the current theories, best practices, and technological advancements in the move towards a Smart Built Environment (SBE). The needs to accelerate towards the SBE are numerous and include: - Increasing complexities and the need for interconnectivity within the built environment (e.g. mega infrastructure projects) - Data-driven decision-making resulting in higher demand from clients (e.g. smart design, construction, operation, and end of life [EOL]) - High requirements from stakeholders (e.g. system efficiency, environmental performance, green procurement) - Fast paced technological advancement and integration - Natural disaster resilience of the built environment (e.g. prediction, smart control of building component) - Sustainability issues around the built environment In this book, the interrelationships among the various lifecycle stages: design, construction, operation, and EOL; the collective benefit of synergy at building level, multi-infrastructure level, and city-level, as well as the ultimate goals in relation to the deployment of smart technologies in the industry are addressed. Part I covers smart design and construction, Part II smart living, and operation, and Part III broadens the scope to the whole smart city. Chapters examine: - How smart technologies can improve the effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency of the built environment - An overview of theories and practices that are enabled by innovations and technologies for developing the SBE - The basis for new research agenda, new concepts, and frameworks for future development This handbook documents the current theories, practices, and technologies and develops a holistic approach for research and practice by adopting a multidimensional outlook for the SBE. It is an essential reference work for all built environment stakeholders, from academia through to the professions.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Hydrogen Utilization in Fuel Cells introduces the fundamentals, characteristics, and applications of fuel cells, materials used, the role of hydrogen in different fuel cell types, and applications of fuel cells in transportation and small portable and stationary power systems. - Introduces the electrochemistry and thermodynamics of fuel cells - Provides an overview of fuel cells materials - Discusses applications of fuel cells in transportation and energy systems - Describes the role of hydrogen in various fuel cells - Details the kinetics, performance, stability, and environmental challenges of fuel cells Part of the multivolume Handbook of Hydrogen Production and Applications, this stand-alone book guides researchers and academics in chemical, environmental, energy, and related areas of engineering interested in development and implementation of hydrogen production technologies.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Hydrogen has wide applications across many industries, including petroleum refineries, hydrotreating processes, and metallurgy applications. In addition, a number of valuable chemicals, such as ammonia, alcohols, and acids, are manufactured directly or indirectly with hydrogen. Hydrogen Applications and Technologies covers the utilization of hydrogen in petrochemical products, vehicles, and power generation systems, as well as in refinery hydrotreating, metallurgy, welding, annealing, and the heat¿treating of metals. - Describes the application of hydrogen in producing valuable chemicals in detail - Comprehensively discusses hydrogen utilization as an energy source - Covers the application of hydrogen in power generation systems and across various industries - Reviews hydrogen's role as an agent in chemical reactions Part of the multivolume Handbook of Hydrogen Production and Applications, this stand-alone book guides researchers and academics in chemical, environmental, energy, and related areas of engineering interested in development and implementation of hydrogen production technologies.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Corrosion is a great challenge in many industries, especially in the automotive, aerospace, and oil and gas industries, with conservative estimations accounting for losses of around 2.2 trillion US dollars per year in the United States alone. Providing a comprehensive overview of the history and development of nanomaterials, this book discusses various practices for protection against corrosion.Key Features:Provides a comprehensive and updated review of major innovations in the field of nanomaterials in industrial, corrosion, and environmental science and engineering - Encompasses design, characterization, mechanism, and application of nanomaterials from different strategies on the efficacy and major challenges associated with successful scaleup designing - Essential reference for present and future research in nanomaterials - Includes relevant aspects of organic and inorganic nanomaterials, hybrid nanomaterials, and nanocoatings in anticorrosion applications Coalescing a wide range of research on nanomaterials and anticorrosion practices, this book is of particular appeal to students, industry professionals, and academics.…

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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This book describes techniques, tools, and models about engineering maintenance and life cycle models, aimed at the efficient managing of assets. It presents new asset management models, namely the Holistic Diagnostic Model (HDM) and Integrated Asset Management Support Model (IAMSM), including quantitative decision support tools for life cycle management of physical assets. It presents an overview of the life cycle models for replacement through a global model, with emphasis on availability and maintenance costs. Features: - Covers important aspects on Physical Asset Management (PAM) and offers a developed perspective on the economic aspects. - Presents the relationships among some maintenance Key Performance Indicators (KPI), specifically MTTR, MTBF, Availability, and Reserve equipment. - Analyzes models to calculate the influence of relevant variables on the withdrawal time and in the reserve size of the critical assets. - Introduces new diagnostic models and Life Cycle decision support models. - Includes new models for diagnosing organizations including pertinent case studies. This book is aimed at researchers, professionals, and graduate students in PAM, maintenance management, and industrial engineering.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Proper waste disposal is still a serious concern worldwide. This book addresses various types of wastes such as industrial, agricultural, and municipal solid and liquid wastes, their generation, and the status of waste management in developed and developing countries. It discusses advanced green technologies used in harnessing energy and bioproducts from wastes such as electricity, biofuel, biopolymers, fertilizers, and chemicals without damaging the quality of the environment but rather creating a source that is an added value to the environment. Through many applications and case studies, this comprehensive book helps readers build a state-of-the-art knowledge on waste utilization and energy generation.FEATURES - Provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art coverage of waste management practices, their challenges, and solutions from a global perspective - Discusses conceptual principles and practices of various green technologies that can be used to generate valuable products from waste and improve environmental quality - Includes case studies from the United States and Japan, providing detailed explanations of advanced bioremediation technologies - Takes a holistic approach to waste management and bioproducts recovery - Offers an easy-to-understand and target-oriented approach that helps both students and professionals advance their knowledge in creating wealth from waste Written for undergraduate and graduate students taking courses in environmental biotechnology, environmental microbiology, non-conventional energy sources, waste treatment technologies, environmental waste utilization, energy, and environment taught in universities and colleges. The book can also be used by professionals and researchers at different levels in related fields.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This practical and unique textbook explains the core areas of molecular spectroscopy as a classical teacher would, from the perspective of both theory and experimental practice. Comprehensive in scope, the author carefully explores and explains each concept, walking side by side with the student through carefully constructed text, pedagogy, and derivations to ensure comprehension of the basics before approaching higher level topics. The author incorporates both electric resonance and magnetic resonance in the textbook. …

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Written 10 years after the publication of the first edition, this updated edition of Real-Time Environmental Monitoring: Sensors and Systems introduces the fundamentals of environmental monitoring based on electronic sensors, instruments, systems, and software that allow continuous and long-term ecological and environmental data collection. It accomplishes two objectives: explains how to use sensors for building more complex instruments, systems, and databases, and introduces a variety of sensors and systems employed to measure environmental variables in air, water, soils, vegetation canopies, and wildlife observation and tracking. This second edition is thoroughly updated in every aspect of technology and data, and each theoretical chapter is taught parallel with a hands-on application lab manual. - Emphasizes real-time monitoring as an emerging area for environmental assessment and compliance and covers the fundamentals on how to develop sensors and systems - Presents several entirely new topics not featured in the first edition, including remote sensing and GIS, machine learning, weather radar and satellites, groundwater monitoring, spatial analysis, and habitat monitoring - Includes applications to many environmental and ecological systems - Uses a practical, hands-on approach with the addition of an accompanying lab manual, which students can use to deepen their understanding, based on the author's 40 years of academic experience Intended for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, taking courses in civil and environmental engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, geosciences, and environmental sciences, as well as professionals working in environmental services, and researchers and academics in engineering.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Flight Mechanics Modeling and Analysis comprehensively covers flight mechanics and flight dynamics using a systems approach.This book focuses on applied mathematics and control theory in its discussion of flight mechanics to build a strong foundation for solving design and control problems in the areas of flight simulation and flight data analysis. The second edition has been expanded to include two new chapters and coverage of aeroservoelastic topics and engineering mechanics, presenting more concepts of flight control and aircraft parameter estimation.This book is intended for senior undergraduate aerospace students taking Aircraft Mechanics, Flight Dynamics & Controls, and Flight Mechanics courses. It will also be of interest to research students and R&D project-scientists of the same disciplines.Including end-of-chapter exercises and illustrative examples with a MATLAB®-based approach, this book also includes a Solutions Manual and Figure Slides for adopting instructors.Features: - Covers flight mechanics, flight simulation, flight testing, flight control, and aeroservoelasticity - Features artificial neural network- and fuzzy logic-based aspects in modeling and analysis of flight mechanics systems: aircraft parameter estimation and reconfiguration of control - Focuses on a systems-based approach - Includes two new chapters, numerical simulation examples with MATLAB®-based implementations, and end-of-chapter exercises - Includes a Solutions Manual and Figure Slides for adopting instructors.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Water and Wastewater Engineering Technology presents the basic concepts and applications of water and wastewater engineering technology. It is primarily designed for students pursuing programs in civil, water resources, and environmental engineering, and presents the fundamentals of water and wastewater technology, hydraulics, chemistry, and biology. The book examines the urban water cycle in two main categories, water treatment and distribution, and wastewater collection and treatment. The material lays the foundation for typical one-semester courses in water engineering and also serves as a valuable resource to professionals operating and managing water and wastewater treatment plants. The chapters in this book are standalone, offering the flexibility to choose combinations of topics to suit the requirements of a given course or professional application.Features: - Contains example problems and diagrams throughout to illustrate and clarify important topics - Problems both in SI and USC system of units - The procedure of unit cancellation followed in all solutions to the problems - Design applications and operation of water and wastewater system emphasized - Includes numerous practice problems with answers, and discussion questions in each chapter cover a range of engineering interventions to help conserve water resources and preserve water quality.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Flight Dynamics, Simulation, and Control of Aircraft: For Rigid and Flexible Aircraft explains the basics of non-linear aircraft dynamics and the principles of control-configured aircraft design, as applied to rigid and flexible aircraft, drones, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).Addressing the details of dynamic modeling, simulation, and control in a selection of aircraft, the book explores key concepts associated with control-configured elastic aircraft. It also covers the conventional dynamics of rigid aircraft and examines the use of linear and non-linear model-based techniques and their applications to flight control. This second edition features a new chapter on the dynamics and control principles of drones and UAVs, aiding in the design of newer aircraft with a combination of propulsive and aerodynamic control surfaces. In addition, the book includes new sections, approximately 20 problems per chapter, examples, simulator exercises, and case studies to enhance and reinforce student understanding.The book is intended for senior undergraduate and graduate mechanical and aerospace engineering students taking Flight Dynamics and Flight Control courses.Instructors will be able to utilize an updated Solutions Manual and figure slides for their course.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This Handbook seeks to examine and advance current understanding of the confluence of construction health, safety and well-being and the broad range of Industry 4.0 technologies in use in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry.Globally, the construction sector accounts for more than 100,000 occupational fatalities annually. In many countries, reports of work-related accidents, injuries and illnesses are commonplace, and there is an urgent need to improve the occupational safety and health (OSH) outlook of the construction sector. The fourth industrial revolution presents opportunities to leverage modern technologies (e.g., big data, artificial intelligence, automation, sensors, AR, VR and robotics) to improve the poor OSH performance of the construction industry. However, embracing such technologies could also induce unintended adverse consequences for the safety, health and well-being of construction workers. Therefore, the realisation of the opportunities as well as the mitigation of potentially adverse consequences requires research-informed holistic insights around the union of Industry 4.0 and construction occupational safety and health management.This cutting-edge volume addresses a significant gap in literature by bringing together experienced academics and researchers to highlight the drivers, opportunities and drawbacks of the merging of Industry 4.0 with construction health, safety and well-being. After a detailed introductory section which highlights key issues and challenges, section one covers the application of a broad range of digital technologies; then section two discusses the application of industrial production and cyber physical systems in the context of construction safety and health management.Readers from a broad range of AEC backgrounds as well as safety professionals and technologists will come to understand how the technologies are applied and the resulting OSH benefits as well as potential drawbacks.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - The book Control of Nonlinear Systems-Stability and Performance fills a crucial gap in the field of nonlinear control systems by providing a comprehensive yet accessible treatment of the subject. Unlike many existing texts that are either too complex for beginners or omit essential topics, this book strikes the right balance of mathematical rigor and practicality.The main objective of the book is to simplify and unify the existing techniques for designing and analyzing control systems for nonlinear systems. It aims to alleviate confusion and difficulty in understanding these methods, making it an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners in the field. By presenting the material in a tutorial manner, the book enhances the reader's understanding of the design and analysis of a wide range of control methods for nonlinear systems. The emphasis on stability and performance highlights the practical relevance of the concepts discussed in the book.Overall, Control of Nonlinear Systems-Stability and Performance is a valuable contribution to the field of nonlinear control systems. Its emphasis on practical applications and its accessible presentation make it an indispensable resource for engineers seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in this important area of control theory.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - The book highlights the role of artificial intelligence in driving innovation, productivity, and efficiency. It further covers applications of artificial intelligence for digital marketing in Industry 5.0 and discusses data security and privacy issues in artificial intelligence, risk assessments, and identification strategies.This book: - Discusses the role of artificial intelligence applications for digital manufacturing in Industry 5.0 - Presents blockchain methods and data-driven decision-making with autonomous transportation - Covers reinforcement learning algorithm and highly predicted models for accurate data analysis in industry automation - Highlights the importance of robust authentication mechanisms and access control policies to protect sensitive information, prevent unauthorized access, and enable secure interactions between humans and machines - Explains attack pattern detection and prediction which play a crucial role in ensuring the security of business systems and networks It is primarily written for senior undergraduates, graduate students, and academic researchers in the fields of electrical engineering, electronics and communication engineering, computer engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, and production engineering.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This book explores the common approaches to upgrade heavy and extra-heavy crude oils by means of catalytic hydrotreating, emphasizing hydrogen addition technology as well as carbon rejection alternatives. Kinetic and reactor models are combined with experimental data to simulate and optimize commercial-scale reactor performance.Key Features¿ Focuses on fixed-bed catalytic hydrotreating and catalysts and process scheme characteristics for commercial application.¿ Guides readers on hydrotreating process technology development from batch reactor experiments to semi-commercial test.¿ Describes step-by-step methodologies for development of kinetic models based on experimental data generated at different reaction scales.¿ Provides detailed explanation on how to formulate a reactor model for the simulation of catalytic hydrotreating of heavy oils.A comprehensive guide to the upgrading of crude oils, this book has particular appeal for petroleum refining industry professionals, catalyst developers, workshop instructors, professors, and their graduate and postgraduate students.…

Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This book presents a comprehensive examination of customized orthodontic brackets produced through additive manufacturing (AM), with a particular focus on metal powder-bed fusion technologies and post-processing strategies. It explores the challenges associated with achieving adequate surface smoothness, corrosion resistance, and long-term biocompatibility in patient-specific orthodontic devices and presents original case study data that provide practical insights into surface topography, oxide film stability, and clinical performance. In addition, the book offers practical guidance on FDA regulatory pathways, including 510(k) considerations, risk management, and process validation, equipping readers with both scientific understanding and actionable knowledge to support device development, optimization, and regulatory approval. This book is intended for materials scientists, manufacturing engineers, orthodontic researchers, and medical device professionals working with additive manufacturing and will also be valuable to regulatory specialists, graduate students, and clinicians interested in customized orthodontic technologies and advanced digital manufacturing workflows. Features: - Discusses the aggressive oral environment and corrosion drivers, including fluctuating pH, salivary ions, biofilms, and temperature effects on stainless steel brackets. - Covers additive manufacturing technologies, including selective laser melting (SLM), direct metal laser sintering (DMLS), and electron beam melting (EBM) for orthodontic applications. - Explains surface finishing methods critical for clinical viability, including electropolishing, mechanical tumbling, thermal post-processing, and protective coatings. - Presents experimental investigations employing microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) to characterize the surface roughness and composition of AM versus conventional brackets. - Explores how post-processing techniques such as rotary tumbling and electropolishing affect bracket performance, friction, bacterial adhesion, and clinical reliability. - Bridges engineering research and regulatory requirements, including risk management, biocompatibility evaluation, and process validation for additively manufactured medical devices. - Provides the first dedicated book focused on the intersection of orthodontic bracket design, additive manufacturing, surface engineering, and regulatory considerations, representing a unique contribution that addresses a significant gap in the current literature.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Written by an industry expert with over 50 years of experience, this book details the various solvent processes that are used in crude oil refineries. Providing an in-depth exploration of the different types of processes, as well as the types of feedstocks that can be used with them, this book prepares readers for changes as the industry evolves.Key Features: - Describes feedstock evaluation and the effects of elemental, chemical, and fractional composition - Contains an extensive glossary of all related concepts in hydrotreating and hydrocracking processes - Considers next-generation processes and developments This book is an essential guide for engineers, scientists, and students in the field of petroleum processing and refining technology, including professionals, technicians, management personnel, and academics.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - The new 3rd edition of Nael Bunni's Risk and Insurance in Construction, now co-authored with Lydia Bunni, explains the need for insurance in construction and engineering projects and why it must be incorporated into the Conditions of Contract for such projects. It is unique in bringing together the background of the two topics of 'risk' and 'construction insurance', explaining the flow and the interaction between them and then dealing with how they have been used to formulate the 2017 FIDIC Suite of Contracts and the 2021 Green Book.This edition has been fully updated, and new chapters deal with the latest definitions of 'risk' outlined in ISO 31000: 2009, and specifically explains the principles embodied in the new Clauses 17, 18 and 19 of the Major Suite of the FIDIC forms of contract and how they should be used. An important chapter (Chapter 5) is included, discussing the logical transition from decision-making to risk identification to responsibility for those allocated with particular risks, to the potential liability that results. This includes discussing particular liabilities that may arise for parties typically involved in construction and engineering projects, including developers, owners, contractors and designers. This part of the book links insurance to the law and explains the interaction between the two topics. The correlation between liability and the need for indemnity, which can only be provided properly through insurance, is highlighted. The book is essential reading for practitioners from both the engineering profession and the insurance industry in all types of projects. Engineers who are required to use one of the Major Forms of the FIDIC Suite of Contracts, whether they are designers or contractors, and those involved in the insurance sector, whether brokers, claim consultants or insurance company personnel, will find this book to be an indispensable reference.…

Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - This book captures the proceedings of the International Conference on Advancement in Engineering and Science: Recent Trends and Applications, held at the Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College of Engineering, Satara, Maharashtra, India. It highlights the synergy between theoretical research and practical applications to address pressing global and societal needs.The book looks into a diverse range of technical domains, providing in-depth coverage of artificial intelligence, automation, energy systems, materials science, and environmental engineering. Key findings emphasize the role of emerging technologies in fostering sustainable development and bridging the gap between academic theory and industrial practice. Through a collection of peer-reviewed papers, the volume explores groundbreaking advancements in smart manufacturing, renewable energy solutions, and computational modeling. It illustrates how cross-disciplinary collaboration can lead to pioneering solutions for complex infrastructure and technological challenges, offering readers a roadmap of current trends and future directions in the global scientific landscape.This volume is intended for a broad audience of researchers, academicians, and industry professionals seeking to update their knowledge of modern engineering trends. It is equally valuable for postgraduate students and policymakers interested in the practical translation of scientific research into sustainable, real-world innovations.…

Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - ARM Assembly Language: Fundamentals and Techniques, Third Edition explains in clear terms how ARM processors are programmed at the most fundamental level. While earlier editions covered much older architectures, the Third Edition moves entirely into the Cortex-M space, using the Armv8-M instruction set to illustrate how assembly code for the most modern Arm processors is written. Even if you are writing in JavaScript, Python, C++, C#, or Rust, these high-level programming languages require a compiler or interpreter to transform the code into machine-executable instructions, so software and hardware engineers will gain valuable insight into how their code is executing from knowing how the underlying processor functions.Featuring chapters updated to Armv8-M throughout this book, this edition: - Moves all examples into the Keil MDK environment, which uses armclang and a GNU-like syntax that is very popular in the industry - Includes an appendix that helps students set up the Keil tools for use throughout this book - Describes the IEEE 754 floating-point arithmetic supported by the Armv8-M processors implementing the optional Floating-Point Unit (FPU) - Features an updated chapter on mixing C and assembly code together - Discusses features and concepts found in the most advanced Arm processors, such as the Cortex-A and Cortex-X families using Armv9 architectures Written by authors who each have more than 35 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, ARM Assembly Language: Fundamentals and Techniques, Third Edition makes an ideal textbook for students wanting to learn about microprocessors but who may possess only a basic knowledge of programming and logic. …