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Libros en Ciencias Físicas e Ingeniería

  • Ionic Liquid Polymer-Based Hybrid Composites

    Materials, Properties, and Devices
    • 1 Edición
    • Daniela M. Correia + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Ionic Liquid Polymer-Based Hybrid Composites: Materials, Properties, and Devices offers a comprehensive review and analysis of ionic liquid polymer-based hybrid composites, a subfield of smart and multifunctional materials that is having a growing impact on a wide range of application areas. The book explores various qualities of ionic liquids, including their adaptability in terms of functional response, tuneability, and their ability to be integrated into polymer matrices. Such qualities make these materials extremely interesting for iontronics and related applications, potentially allowing the development of a large variety of sensors, actuators, and energy systems, along with other applications.Finally... the book considers these materials’ adaptable responsiveness and versatility in processing, including additive manufacturing technologies.

  • Advances in Waste Plastic Recycling and Upcycling

    • 1 Edición
    • Roger Ruan + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Advances in Waste Plastic Recycling and Upcycling discusses recent developments in the mechanical and chemical recycling of waste plastics for the production of fuels, chemicals, and materials. The plastic chemistry and status of plastic recycling is introduced, and the book addresses optimization and upgrading procedures that aim to improve the quality and the environmental impact of plastic conversion as well as the techno-economic, lifecycle assessment, and social impacts of chemical recycling. In addition, the book covers how to effectively manage and recycle global waste plastics and various plastic pathways.

  • Thermal System Design and Simulation

    • 2 Edición
    • P.L. Dhar + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Thermal System Design and Simulation covers the fundamental analyses of thermal energy systems that enable users to effectively formulate their own simulation and optimal design procedures. This reference provides step-by-step guidance on how to mathematically formulate objective functions and design constraints and develop strategies to solve them to obtain optimal solutions with minimal computational effort. The book uniquely illustrates the methodology of combining information flow diagrams to simplify system simulation procedures needed in optimal design. Expanded and updated for currency, Thermal System Design and Simulation includes case studies and a comprehensive presentation on the dynamics of thermal systems and control systems needed to ensure safe operation at varying loads. Designed to give readers the hands-on skills needed to develop their own customized software for simulating and designing thermal systems, this book is useful for anyone interested in obtaining advanced knowledge of thermal system analysis and design.

  • Sustainable Supply Chain Management

    Computational Approaches and Modelling
    • 1 Edición
    • Syed Mithun Ali + 3 más
    • Inglés
    Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Computational Approaches and Modelling provides a comprehensive understanding of how computational approaches can be leveraged to address the challenges associated with sustainable supply chain management. It offers insights into emerging and advanced modelling techniques to optimize supply chain operations while considering environmental, social, and economic factors. This book will be a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in understanding and implementing sustainable supply chain management practices through computational approaches and modelling. This book helps researchers understand the opportunities, challenges, and solutions by developing innovative computational tools and techniques to integrate sustainability considerations into supply chain decision-making processes.

  • Advanced Waste Valorization for Circular Economy

    Chemical Process Design and Simulation
    • 1 Edición
    • Jingzheng Ren + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Advanced Waste Valorization for Circular Economy: Chemical Process Design and Simulation is an essential guide for chemical process design, simulation, optimization, and sustainability assessment within waste volarization. The book covers chemical process design, simulation, optimization, sustainability assessment, decision-making processes, Industry 4.0 technology applications, and circular supply chain design. Additionally, it delves into advanced waste valorization technologies for various waste types, including industrial, municipal, medical, plastic, agricultural, and food waste. Users will find up-to-date resources for industry professionals, researchers, academics, and students to understand circular process design and its real-life implementations.The book includes learning objectives, case studies, step-by-step methodologies and review exercises in each chapter to help students and researchers alike deepen and test their understanding of crucial aspects of sustainable waste valorization. This book is suitable for a very broad audience, including chemical engineering professionals such as professors, researchers, chemical engineers, and industry experts, particularly those engaged in process systems engineering, intelligent manufacturing, intelligent process control, advanced waste management, and renewable energy.

  • Composite Truss Bridges With Concrete-filled Rectangular Steel Tube Members

    • 1 Edición
    • Yongjian Liu + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Composite Truss Bridges with Concrete-filled Rectangular Steel Tube Members provides an overview of concrete filled steel tubular or CFST and the new structures and technologies in bridge engineering based on CFRST trusses. It covers both the mechanical properties of different CFRST structures and the design method and calculation method of CFRST composite truss bridge structures. It reviews the characteristics and advantages of new CFRST structures and the new technologies applied in real-world engineering situations

  • Advances in Ecological Research

    • 1 Edición
    • Volumen 75
    • Inglés
    Advances in Ecological Research is a comprehensive, up-to-date survey of the latest theories, methods, and findings shaping modern ecology. This edited volume brings together leading researchers to explore fundamental ecological processes and their applications to real-world environmental challenges. The book integrates field observations, experimental work, and modeling to illuminate how ecosystems function, respond to change, and recover from disturbance.

  • Machine Learning Applications in Thin-Walled Structural Engineering

    Innovations and Future Directions
    • 1 Edición
    • A. Praveen Kumar + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Machine Learning Applications in Thin-Walled Structure Engineering brings into sharp focus in-demand knowledge applicable to plate and shell structures, cold–formed steel sections, reinforced plastics components, and aluminum frameworks across a wide range of field applications. By highlighting the transformative synergy between artificial intelligence and structural engineering, it presents innovative methods to streamline design evaluations, detect anomalies early, and forecast structural performance under diverse conditions of load, stress, and environmental influence.The book covers––among other key recent developments––the integration of ML with digital twin technology for real-time monitoring in support of proactive assessment and intervention efforts to extend service life; the use of advanced algorithms for material selection and behavior prediction; hybrid models that combine traditional analytical methods with ML to increase simulation precision; and emerging trends such as adaptive systems for more resilient, efficient, and sustainable structural solutions.With its interdisciplinary approach and practical examples, this resource proves to be essential to establish a solid understanding of the challenges posed by lightweight systems and how ML techniques can enhance their design, analysis, and maintenance—critical for engineers striving to improve both current strategies and future advancements in thin-walled structures’ long-term safety and reliability.

  • Digital Twins in Manufacturing

    Applications and Case Studies
    • 1 Edición
    • Masoud Soroush + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Digital Twins in Manufacturing: Applications and Case Studies explores digital twin technologies, demonstrating how digital twins enhance manufacturing processes, optimize efficiency, and facilitate informed decision-making. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, the book equips professionals with the tools needed to leverage digital twins for improved product quality and operational effectiveness. It covers a wide array of topics, including digital twins for biomanufacturing, polymerization processes, additive manufacturing, and energy industries. Readers will find detailed discussions on predictive maintenance, process optimization, and the integration of AI and IoT strategies.Each chapter presents actionable insights and step-by-step implementation guides, addressing real-world challenges and showcasing successful applications in smart factories and high-risk environments. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, the book equips professionals with the tools needed to leverage digital twins for improved product quality and operational effectiveness.

  • Integrating AI in Psychological and Mental Health Care

    Techniques, Applications, and Ethical Considerations
    • 1 Edición
    • Sandeep Kautish + 4 más
    • Inglés
    Integrating AI in Psychological and Mental Health Care: Techniques, Applications, and Ethical Considerations introduces key concepts and the historical evolution of AI, providing a foundation for understanding its applications in mental health. The content delves into various aspects of AI, including diagnostic tools, machine learning algorithms, and natural language processing, highlighting their roles in enhancing therapeutic outcomes and improving patient care. The discussion encompasses significant mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and severe psychological disorders, showcasing how AI technologies can assist in diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring. Ethical considerations and privacy issues are critically examined, ensuring a balanced perspective on the benefits and challenges associated with AI-driven interventions. Practical applications, such as virtual psychotherapists and AI-enhanced cognitive behavioral therapy illustrate real-world implementations and their impact on patient care. Additionally, case studies provide insights into successful AI applications in mental health settings, thus enhancing our understanding of potential advantages and obstacles.

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