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Condizione: New. Steamed Breads: Ingredients, Processing, and Quality provides an overview of all aspects of steamed bread and steamed bun technology. A valuable resource for those interested in the practical, technical, scientific, and historical aspects of the s.

Gebunden. Condizione: New. Advances in Nanomedicine for the Delivery of Therapeutic Nucleic Acids addresses several issues related to safe and effective delivery of nucleic acids (NAs) using nanoparticles. A further emphasis would be laid on the mechanism of delivery of NAs.

Condizione: New. Corrosion-under-insulation (CUI) refers to the external corrosion of piping and vessels that occurs underneath externally clad/jacketed insulation as a result of the penetration of water. By its very nature CUI tends to remain undetected until the insula.

Gebunden. Condizione: New. Transport Properties of Concrete: Modelling the Durability of Structures, Second Edition, covers how to measure transport properties and use the results to model performance. The transport properties of concrete and measurements of the ability of ion.

Condizione: New. Effective coatings are essential to counteract the effects of corrosion and degradation of exposed materials in high-temperature environments such as gas turbine engines. Thermal barrier coatings reviews the latest advances in processing and performance of .

Condizione: New. Nanofinishing of Textile Materials provides thorough coverage of existing, current and future developments in the field. Sections cover a wide range of nanofinishing mechanisms for improving the fundamental properties of textiles, such as bleachin.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Advances in Lignocellulosic Biofuel Production Systems focuses on general topics such as novel pretreatment strategies, lignocellulosic biomass as a suitable feedstock for biofuels, lifecycle assessment and integrated biorefineries. Furthermore, the book focuses on more advanced topics such as genetically engineered feedstocks, metabolically engineered microbes, bioreactor design and configuration, cell immobilization strategies, artificial intelligence applications and nanotechnology. This book will guide readers through all aspects of lignocellulosic biofuel production rather than simply covering a single topic.

Condizione: New. Microfluidic Devices for Biomedical Applications, Second Edition provides updated coverage on the fundamentals of microfluidics, while also exploring a wide range of medical applications. Chapters review materials and methods, microfluidic actuati.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Fabrication and Functionalization of Advanced Tubular Nanofibers and their Applications describes the synthesis, preparation and characterization of carbon-based tubular nanofibers and their applications in environmental protection and new energy sources. The book explores novel strategies for the preparation of carbon tubular nanofibers and explains how they have been used to great effect in a range of applications, including energy and healthcare. The processing-structure-property relationship in functional inorganic/organic materials is examined at the nano-level, explaining where interesting electronic, magnetic, optical, mechanical or catalytic and therapeutic properties are derived. Covering everything from the basics to their use in practice, including the synthetic procedure and characterization, this book is the perfect guide for anyone interested in the design of nanomaterials for advanced applications. Nanomaterial science is a relatively young and rapidly developing discipline that includes aspects of physics, chemistry and biology and is finding applications in some of mankind's greatest current challenges.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - High-Value Bioenergy Recovery from Wastewater presents the science and technologies behind high-value liquid, colloid and solid bioenergy recovery in municipal sewage treatment plants, thus allowing for the easy collection, storage, and transportation of recovered bioenergy. Broken into four parts, the book addresses potential high-value bioenergy from sewage, the science behind and technical module related to high-value liquid bioenergy recovery and high-value colloid and solid bioenergy recovery, and concludes with integrated modules for high-value bioenergy recovery. Academic and industry researchers working in bioenergy, scientists and engineers working in the treatment of wastewater, and industry practitioners who are interested in adding value to the sewage and the sludge obtained in the treatment of wastewater will benefit from this reference, as will advanced graduate and post-graduate students interested in bioenergy and wastewater treatment.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Principles of Human Organs-on-Chips covers all aspects of microfluidic organ-on-a-chip systems, from fabrication to application and commercialization. Organ-on-a-chip models are created to mimic the structural, microenvironmental and physiological functions of human organs, providing the potential to bypass some cell and animal testing methods. This is a useful platform with widespread applications, frequently in drug screening and pathological studies. This book offers a comprehensive and authoritative reference on microfluidic organs-on-chips, spanning all key aspects from fabrication methods, cell culture systems and cell-based analysis, to dedicated chapters on specific tissue types and their associated organ-on-a-chip models, as well as their use as disease models, drug screening platforms and more. Principles of Human Organs-on-Chips helps materials scientists and biomedical engineers to better understand the specific requirements and challenges in the design and fabrication of organ-on-a-chip devices. This book also bridges the knowledge gap between medical device design and subsequent clinical applications, allowing medical professionals to easily learn about related engineering concepts and techniques.

Condizione: New. Advanced Polymer Nanocomposites: Science Technology and Applications presents a detailed review of new and emerging research outcomes from fundamental concepts that are relevant to science, technology and advanced applications. Sections cover key .

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Artificial Intelligence in Biomaterials Design and Development delves into the transformative role of artificial intelligence, particularly machine learning, in creating new biomaterials. Traditional challenges in this field, such as chemical waste, spatial constraints, and inadequate tools, have hindered the swift design and synthesis of versatile biomaterials. Machine learning methods address these barriers by enhancing discovery and development processes, reducing time, costs, and wastage. Generative models now enable the creation of novel molecular structures with desired properties, making inverse materials design a reality. This book is essential for those in materials science, machine learning, and biomedical engineering.Additionally, this comprehensive resource explores the application of AI in various aspects of biomaterials science, from computational engineering to data science. The book provides insights into how novel machine learning models can expedite materials discovery and improve accuracy. It is an invaluable guide for academics and industry professionals alike, seeking to leverage AI for innovative biomaterials research and development.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - New Directions in Nuclear Energy: Innovation and Opportunities in Fission and Fusion for Global Decarbonization presents up-to-date developments and outlooks for nuclear energy, with a focus on real-world applications. The book combines coverage of both fission and fusion and presents lessons learned from experts across diverse fields, thus allowing readers to pursue research and development opportunities along the most promising routes. Written for nuclear energy researchers, professionals in the energy industry, and students studying nuclear or energy-related topics, this timely reference provides inspiration to those dedicated to the advancement of the nuclear field.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Metals in Water: Global Sources, Significance, and Treatment covers metal pollution in water, where they come from, their effects, and remediation processes. Sections overview heavy metals pollution, including their global health impacts and remediation measures. Geogenic and anthropogenic input of heavy metals in water are described, along with global case studies, step-by-step methods on remediation techniques, different detection sensors, and assessment practices of toxicity of heavy metals. The book focuses on recent research surrounding heavy metals' contamination in water resources and its impact across the globe. Chapters incorporate both theoretical and practical aspects and serve as baseline information for water resources studies. This book is useful for postgraduate students, teachers and researchers working in areas of water resources and pollution, hydrochemistry, environmental remediation and toxicology who are looking to understand the affects metals have on water, the environment and health, and also those looking for methods for remediation.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Wind-induced Vibration of Long Span Suspension Bridges in mountainous areas includes the author s research on such bridges and adopts a combination of on-site measurements, wind tunnel tests, theoretical analyses and numerical calculations to discuss: the characteristics and parameters of the wind environment at bridge sites; the buffeting response of bridges under the effect of winds on bridges in mountainous areas; the vortex response of wide-bodied flat steel box girders; chattering characteristics (i.e. noise characteristics); and the vibration characteristics of the wind-vehicle-bridge system.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Drying Technology in Food Processing, in the Unit Operations and Processing Equipment in the Food Industry series, explains the processing operations and equipment necessary for drying of different food products. These processes and unit operations are very important in terms of qualitative properties and energy usage. Divided into four sections, 'Drying basics', 'Different dryers in the food industry', 'Application of drying in the food industry', and 'Design, control, and efficiency of dryers', all chapters emphasize experimental, theoretical, computational and/or applications of food engineering principles and the relevant processing equipment. Written by experts in the field of food engineering, in a simple and dynamic way, this book targets industrial engineers working in the field of food processing and within food factories to make them more familiar with drying unit operations.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Bridging the Gap: Corrosion Science For Heritage Contexts explores the decision-making processes for preserving heritage metals while also examining the collaborative, interdisciplinary relationships that underpin them. Through themed chapters, the book is designed to develop and strengthen collaboration between these three groups of professionals, creating a synergy that benefits research and practice for the preservation of heritage metals. It builds an overview of metals conservation across a broad range of heritage contexts, from indoor museum displays to fixed outdoor structures and moving objects.Researchers and practitioners provide critical insights into corrosion problems within heritage, current corrosion mitigation procedures, and the evidence supporting best practice guidance. The book will be a valuable reference resource for corrosion and corrosion protection scientists, heritage preservation scientists, conservation practitioners, and students studying preservation of cultural objects.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The Handbook of Nanocellulose and Nanocellulose-Based Composites is an essential resource that delves into the burgeoning field of nanocellulose and its applications in composite materials. Comprising three distinct volumes, the handbook offers an exhaustive overview, spanning processing techniques to properties and characterization, and ultimately leading to modern applications of nanocellulose. Each volume meticulously covers specific aspects of nanocellulose research, providing valuable insights, methodologies, and case studies that benefit researchers and practitioners aiming to maximize the potential of nanocellulose.It also details the intricate processes involved in the production, modification, and preparation of nanocellulose and its composites. It explores techniques such as mechanical disintegration, chemical modification, and isolation methods from sources like wood, plants, and bacteria. Additionally, the volume addresses challenges in scaling up production, achieving nanocellulose dispersions, and incorporating nanocellulose into different matrix materials, serving as a guide for effective processing strategies.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Advanced Cutting and Machining Processes for Composites and Biocomposites focuses on the latest advances in this important research field, covering a broad range of composites and presenting various case studies related to conventional and unconventional cutting processes in terms of optimization, cutting analysis, and cutting tools. Key challenges in terms of quality and their impact on the final product are also discussed in detail. The book also contains experimental studies that explain how various machining and cutting techniques can be used to obtain the best results by controlling different operating input parameters.This will be a valuable reference resource for materials scientists, designers, manufacturers, and engineers as it provides extensive information on cutting and machining of composite materials as well as the cutting properties of these materials. It also presents experimental results and final concepts that will benefit manufacturers to achieve efficient cutting operations to avoid defects and reduce their impact on the final product.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Every bit of information that circulates the internet across the globe is a pulse of light, that at some point will need to be converted to an electric signal in order to be processed by the electronic circuitry in our data centers, computers, and cell phones. Photodetectors (PD's) perform this conversion with ultra high speed and efficiency, in addition to being ubiquitously present in many other devices ranging from the mundane TV remote controls, to ultra high resolution instrumentation used in Laser Interferometer Gravitational Wave Observatory (LIGO) that reach the edge of the universe and measure gravitational waves. The second edition of 'Photodetectors' fully updates the popular first edition with updated information covering the state-of-the-art in modern photodetectors. The 2nd edition starts with basic metrology of photodetectors and common figures-of-merit to compare various devices. It follows with chapters that discuss single-photon detection with Avalanche Photodiodes; organic photodetectors that can be inkjet printed; and silicon-germanium PDs popular in burgeoning field of Silicon Photonics. Internationally recognized experts contribute chapters on one-dimensional, nanowire, PDs as well as high speed zero-dimensional, quantum dot, versions that increase the spectral span as well as speed and sensitivity of PDs and can be produced on various substrates. Solar-blind PDs that operate in harsh environments such as deep space, or rocket engines, are reviewed and new devices in GaN technology . Novel Plasmonic PDs, as well as devices which employ micro-plasma of confined charge in order to make devices that overcome speed limitation of transfer of electronic charge, are covered in other chapters. Using different, novel technologies, CMOS compatible devices are described in two chapters, and ultra high speed PDs that use low-temperature-grown GaAs (LT-GaAs) to detect fast THz signals are reviewed in another chapter. Photodetectors used in application areas of Silicon-Photonics and Microwave-Photonics are reviewed in final chapters of this book. All chapters are of a review nature, providing a perspective of the field before concentrating on particular advancements. As such, the book should appeal to a wide audience that ranges from those with general interest in the topic, to practitioners, graduate students and experts who are interested in the state-of-the-art in photodetection.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Applications of Nanocellulose and Nanocellulose-Based Composites is a three-volume set of titles that provides comprehensive information on the emerging field of nanocellulose and its application in composite materials. The handbook consolidates current knowledge, spanning the entire spectrum from processing, properties, and characterization right through to modern applications. Each volume is dedicated to a distinct aspect of nanocellulose research, offering in-depth insights, methodologies, and case studies. This volume will serve as an inspiration for researchers, engineers, and those working in industries to envision and create novel applications using nanocellulose-based materials.Sections provide insights into packaging, textiles, electronics, biomedical engineering, environmental remediation, and much more. Through case studies and practical examples, readers will discover how nanocellulose imparts unique properties into materials, enabling innovations and advancements in existing and emerging technologies.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Banana Fibres and their Composites: Processing, Design, Properties and Applications is a comprehensive resource that delves into the transformative potential of banana fibers in material science. Starting with an extensive overview of the fiber extraction and preparation process, the book examines the nuanced properties of these fibers. Through its meticulous approach, it explores how banana fibers are fabricated into textiles and composites, revealing their significant contributions to sustainable materials development. Offering in-depth insights, the book bridges the gap between traditional fiber applications and modern technological advancements, aiming to inspire innovation in both academic research and industrial manufacturing.Additionally, the book concludes with selected case studies that showcase the diverse applications of banana fiber-based composites, ranging from textiles to advanced engineering materials. It is an invaluable resource for researchers, materials scientists, industrial engineers, and manufacturers seeking to harness the potential of natural fibers. By providing a detailed analysis of design properties and end-use applications, the book stands as an essential guide for developing sustainable, high-performance composites in various industries.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Smart Rubber Nanocomposites: Opportunities, Innovations and Roadblocks provides an up-to-date and comprehensive review of the latest advances and technological developments in this important research field. The book's chapters focus on the synthesis, processing, properties, and applications of these materials in a broad range of different industrial sectors. Starting with a brief overview of the fundamentals, particular attention is then given to the application of these materials in a broad range of diverse technological smart applications.The book will be an essential reference resource for Academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, engineers, and manufacturers working in the development of rubber products, composites, and rubber nanocomposites.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Advances in food safety knowledge, combined with the continuing rapid development of new food products, have had an impact on the need for improved hygiene in the food manufacturing infrastructure. This has created a need for the second edition of Hygienic Design of Food Factories, which expands all existing chapters and includes new topics, such as cold storage and the control of air in food refrigeration facilities. Additionally, chapters explore the prevention of food contamination when building during production, the risk assessment of which is becoming important globally, and hygienic building design regulations in Russia and Brazil. Divided into 6 parts, the book is now thoroughly updated and expanded. Part one reviews the implications of hygiene and construction regulation in various countries on food factory design, while taking into account retailer requirements as well. Part two describes site selection, factory layout and the associated issue of airflow. Parts three through four and five then address the hygienic design of the essential parts of a food factory. These include walls, ceilings, floors, selected utility and process support systems, entry and exit points, storage areas and changing rooms. Lastly part six covers the management of building work and factory inspection when commissioning the plant. With its distinguished editors and international team of contributors, Hygienic Design of Food Factories, 2nd edition, continues to be an essential reference for managers of food factories, food plant engineers and all those with an academic research interest in the field.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Thirty years' teaching experience have been condensed into this concise introductory book on Statistical Mechanics. Ideal for second and third year undergraduates in physics, applied mathematics, physical chemistry, chemical engineering, metallurgy, materials science and polymer science. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The basics of group theory and its applications to themes such as the analysis of vibrational spectra and molecular orbital theory are essential knowledge for the undergraduate student of inorganic chemistry. The second edition of Group Theory for Chemists uses diagrams and problem-solving to help students test and improve their understanding, including a new section on the application of group theory to electronic spectroscopy.Part one covers the essentials of symmetry and group theory, including symmetry, point groups and representations. Part two deals with the application of group theory to vibrational spectroscopy, with chapters covering topics such as reducible representations and techniques of vibrational spectroscopy. In part three, group theory as applied to structure and bonding is considered, with chapters on the fundamentals of molecular orbital theory, octahedral complexes and ferrocene among other topics. Additionally in the second edition, part four focuses on the application of group theory to electronic spectroscopy, covering symmetry and selection rules, terms and configurations and d-d spectra.Drawing on the author's extensive experience teaching group theory to undergraduates, Group Theory for Chemists provides a focused and comprehensive study of group theory and its applications which is invaluable to the student of chemistry as well as those in related fields seeking an introduction to the topic. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This manual takes readers through such secondary processes as coating, sandwiching and icing, concentrating on common production problems and how they can be solved. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This stage in biscuit production is often a source of problems. The author identifies what these problems are at each stage, explains their causes and how they can be resolved. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This manual explains the principles and machinery involved in baking and post-baking processes, and the key issues in maintaining both quality and throughput. Englisch.