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Unparalleled in the breadth and depth of its coverage of all important aspects, this book systematically treats the electronic and magnetic properties…

Providing extensive coverage, including conducting, insulating and electroactive films, this handbook and ready reference deals with introductory topi…

A number of different system concepts have become apparent in the broader context of embedded systems over the past few years. Whilst there are some d…

Starting from a basic knowledge of mathematics and mechanics gained in standard foundation classes, Theory of Lift: Introductory Computational Aerodyn…

STATISTICS IN PRACTICE A practical exploration of alternative approaches to analyzing water-related environmental issues Written by an experienced env…

This book provides guidance to those with responsibility for scheduling and executing a Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR). It outlines a protocol and t…

The field of charge conduction in disordered materials is a rapidly evolving area owing to current and potential applications of these materials in va…

This book gathers together a selection of papers presented at the Joint CTS-HYCON Workshop on Nonlinear and Hybrid Control held at the Paris Sorbonne,…

When bridges fail, often with loss of human life, those involved may be unwilling to speak openly about the cause. Yet it is possible to learn from mi…

Sugar replacement in food and beverage manufacture no longer has just an economic benefit. The use of ingredients to improve the nutritional status of…

This book presents an in-depth study on the recent advances in Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs). The authors describe the existing WSN applications and…

The only handbook of mathematical relations with a focus on particulate materials processing The National Science Foundation estimates that over 35% o…

Expert coverage of the design and implementation of state estimation algorithms for tracking and navigation Estimation with Applications to Tracking a…

While there is no «perfect» solution or absolute zero risk, engineering design can significantly reduce risk potential in the CPI. In Guidelines for D…

This volume focuses on recent developments and advances of ceramics and ceramic matrix composites for use in fission and fusion reactors, nuclear fuel…

The EPA investigation of a 1994 chemical plant tragedy concluded that «the explosion resulted from a lack of written safe operating procedures…» While…

The three volumes of this handbook treat the fundamentals, technology and nanotechnology of nitride semiconductors with an extraordinary clarity and d…

The design of mechanical structures with improved and predictable durability cannot be achieved without a thorough understanding of the mechanisms of …

The design of mechanical structures with predictable and improved durability cannot be achieved without a thorough understanding of the mechanisms of …

This proceedings investigates the relationship between features at the atomic level including oxygen vacancies, stacking faults and site order/disorde…

A highly practical troubleshooting tool for today's complex processing industry Evolving industrial technology-driven by the need to increase safety w…

“… a must-read for all modern bio-scientists and engineers working in the field of biotechnology.” – Biotechnology Journal, 2012, 7 A cutting-edge gui…

Integrating renewable energy and other distributed energy sources into smart grids, often via power inverters, is arguably the largest “new frontier” …

The latest edition of this industry-friendly guide to evaluating the performance of mixing equipment brings this traditional process operation into th…

As solar energy becomes increasingly more important in all of our lives, it is more important to learn how it works and how it can be implemented. Thi…

Finite Element Methods are used for numerous engineering applications where numerical solutions of partial differential equations are needed. As compu…

The ultimate handbook on microwave circuit design with CAD. Full of tips and insights from seasoned industry veterans, Microwave Circuit Design offers…

Intelligent recognition methods have recently proven to be indispensable in a variety of modern industries, including computer vision, robotics, medic…

First book on rubber used as a construction material dedicated to the chemical process industry Despite the long history of rubber as a construction m…

The safe operation of plants is of paramount importance in the chemical, petrochemical and pharmaceutical industries. Best practice in process and pla…

This comprehensive, up-to-date text delivers the latest must-have information on species new to aquaculture and documents the most important technolog…

This title is dedicated to energy storage, low emission technologies and energy management, with discussions on the future of nuclear energy, combined…

Ponds are a primary production system to a wide variety of freshwater fish species. Each species have specific and unique nutrient needs and successfu…

This timely publication concentrates on the exposure to pesticides by agricultural workers and residential users of pesticides through inhalation and …

Over the last 50 years, the methods of investigating dynamic properties have resulted in significant advances. This book explores dynamic testing, the…

Smart Packaging Technologies for Fast Moving Consumer Goods approaches the subject of smart packaging from an innovative, thematic perspective: Part 1…

This book provides an introduction, discussion, and formal-based modelling of trust theory and its applications in agent-based systems This book gives…

Without doubt the best modern and up-to-date text on the topic, wirtten by one of the world leading experts in the field. Should be on the desk of any…

This first comprehensive description of the most important material properties and device aspects closes the gap between general books on solar cells …

This volume includes 46 contributed articles from the Advanced Ceramic Coatings for Structural, Environmental and Functional Applications and the Inte…

Soft drinks and fruit juices are produced in almost every country in the world and their availability is remarkable. From the largest cities to some o…

The new digital media offers us an unprecedented memory capacity, an ubiquitous communication channel and a growing computing power. How can we exploi…

Despite bringing prosperity, industrialisation generally leads to increasing levels of pollution which has a detrimental impact on the environment. In…

This book brings together some of the best practitioners and thinkers from around the world to discuss the likely future of information and communicat…

Written by the inventor of the Gas Dynamic Spray (GDS) technique, this first monograph on the topic brings the understanding of the GDS coating format…