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This book presents the pulse width modulation (PWM), pulse frequency modulation (PFM), and phase modulation (PM) methodologies in power electronic converters. It then discusses a range of switching techniques for optimal design of various power converters that find applications in transportation electrification, grid-renewables-storage integration, data center energy routers, solid state transformers, aerospace, and space.
Medical Device Technologies: A Systems Based Overview Using Engineering Standards, Second Edition, is a comprehensive overview of medical device technology, with a unified approach to each device area covering technical operation, clinical need, regulatory issues and standards and historical devices.
Metal Oxides for Next Generation Optoelectronic, Photonic and Photovoltaic Applications focuses on the optoelectronic, photonic and photovoltaic behaviors of metallic oxides and closely related phenomena, from elementary principles to the latest findings. Each chapter includes a comprehensive evaluation of the synthesis and characterization of the most relevant metal oxides nanostructures for each application.
Theory And Practice Of Modern Antenna Range Measurements begins with an initial examination of the properties of antennas that allow them to enhance the free space interaction of electronic systems, followed by an introduction to direct far-field measurements. The text presents a comprehensive treatment of Compact Antenna Test Ranges, Body-Centric measurements, and detailed developments of standard planar, cylindrical and spherical near-field techniques. Detailed discussions are also provided on near-field range error budgets which are an indispensable part of antenna metrology.
This is an essential reference not only for those working in recycling and waste management, but also for those working in manufacturing and product development who wish to consider the full lifecycle of their products. It also provides valuable insights for policymakers developing more environmentally sound and sustainable systems and strategies for the management of electronic waste.
This exciting new resources provides the latest in design concepts and the current state of technology in digital radio frequency memories (DRFM), focusing on the techniques used in electronic warfare. The design of amplitude sampling and phase sampling DRFM are explored, and their trade-offs evaluated. The book helps readers understand the many applications that can benefit from the use of a DRFM and how to develop models for different DRFM configurations.
Chitosan: Properties and Applications in Bioengineering presents a review of chitosan, including information regarding its structure, main properties, available sources, extraction, and processing techniques. It presents the different applications of chitosan as a biomaterial in fields such as medicine and the agricultural, cosmetology, pharmaceutical, and food industries to have readers obtain a more technical vision of the current use of this biopolymer.
This book delves into the intricate world of electric drives, offering a comprehensive guide to advanced control strategies. "Control Strategies of Electric Drives" provides readers with an in-depth exploration of Revised Field-Oriented Control (RFOC), Direct Torque Control (DTC), and Direct Power Control (DPC) strategies.
This book sheds new light on the design and installation of drag anchors and plate anchors for offshore service. It provides readers with detailed methodologies for geotechnical design, structural assessment, and installation techniques that are crucial for ensuring the safety and reliability of offshore anchorage systems. The chapters cover topics such as site investigation methods, geotechnical design principles, structural assessment methodologies, and installation and testing recommendations.
This book provides a comprehensive and general methodology to construct and assess DCs for motorized vehicles in a given region. Different techniques and methodologies for data collection and processing are presented, as well as new technologies and tendencies related to DCs are included and discussed.
This book aims to introduce readers without a strong mathematical background to the basic ideas of fuzzy set theory and logic. Fuzzy mathematics is such a tool, and it is used by most researchers and scholars. As such, this book provides a short overview of the field written for non-specialists. This book allows readers to delve into the theory of fuzzy sets and introduces core mathematical ideas without using the usual formalities of books in mathematics, i.e. theorems, proofs, etc.
The book presents a framework to evaluate the appropriateness of technological approaches to address critical sustainable issues. The framework comprises four questions that aim to create more just approaches by broadening the context engineers consider when formulating solutions.
This book unveils ground breaking advancements in non-invasive therapeutic technologies, focusing on the integration of digital twins and artificial intelligence to enhance circulatory health. At the heart of this book is the exploration of innovative solutions that promise to revolutionize medical practices and patient care.
This reference in two volumes is useful reading for scientists and researchers working with power electronics, drives and energy systems; manufacturers developing power electronics for advanced applications; professionals working in the utilities sector; and for advanced students of subjects related to power electronics. Volume 1 covers converters and control for drives, while Volume 2 addresses clean generation and power grids.
This volume provides an overview of the synthesis and characterization of nanostructures commonly employed in biomedical applications. Chapters detail synthesis of multiple types of nanoparticles, nanomaterials, interactions with biological systems, and applications of biomedical nanotechnology, as well as discussions of their translation from bench to bedside.
This open source textbook acts as a general introduction to architectural science, for students and practitioners of architecture, civil and building services engineering. The aim of this book is to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to support the low Carbon design of new buildings and the renovation of existing buildings.
This book is an engine for critical reflection on the scope, potential, and limits of what they have come to define as design engineering. Structured into five discursive domains-scale, variability, attitude, reverse engineering, and the craftsmanship of engineering-the book presents a robust selection of the firm's endeavours, which together demonstrate a vast range of encounters and processes in design.
In A New Scotland, leading activists and academics lay out the blueprints for radical reform, showing how society can be transformed by embedding values of democracy, social justice and environmental sustainability into a coherent set of policy ideas. Structured in two parts, the book takes to task the challenges to affect radical change, before exploring new approaches to key questions such as healthcare, education, public ownership, race, gender and human rights.
They identify the challenges of integrating environmental considerations into competition analysis presented by the existing framework, whether through cooperation by businesses, practices by dominant companies, or consideration of sustainability efficiencies in merger assessments. Practical examples across various sectors are also provided, alongside agency views from different jurisdictions, to illustrate how competition policy can facilitate a sustainable economy.
Drifting Symmetries explores Weiss/Manfredi’s design philosophy, showcasing both their own work and iconic case studies throughout history that have informed their commitment to sustainable, responsive architecture that enlivens public space and engages the community.
Greg W. Misiaszek argues that ecopedagogies grounded in critical, Freirean pedagogies construct learning that leads to human actions geared towards increased social and environmental justice and planetary sustainability. Throughout the book he discusses the need for teaching, reading, and researching through problematizing the causes of socio-environmental violence, including oppressive processes of globalization and constructs of “development”, “economics”, and “citizenship”, to name a few, that emerge from socio-historical oppressions (e.g., colonialization, racism, patriarchy, neoliberalism, xenophobia, epistemicide) and dominance over the rest of nature.
Modernism and Its Environments surveys new developments in modernist studies inspired by ecocriticism and the environmental humanities. Taking a fresh view of familiar topics in modernist studies such as the city, this book also introduces new topics and perspectives on modernism, such as: nature and wilderness; conservation and preservation; energy and fuel; waste and pollution; the animal and the human; and weather and climate. Ecocritical and environmentalist approaches have fundamentally altered our understanding of both modernism and the field of modernist studies.
The local and global environmental impacts of transport are more apparent than ever before. Moving People provides an attention-grabbing introduction to the problems of transport and the development of sustainable alternatives, focusing on the often misunderstood issue of personal mobility, as opposed to freight. Re-assessing the value and importance of non-motorized transport the author raises questions about mobility in the face of climate change and energy security, particularly for the developing world.
Mutant Ecologies traces the spinning of new synthetic threads into the web of life. It is a critical cartography of the shifting landscapes of capital accumulation conjured by recent developments in genomic science, genome editing and the biotech industry.
Post-Digital Print: The Mutation of Publishing since 1894 explores how digital technology has transformed the publishing landscape, particularly the coexistence of print and digital formats. The book argues that while digital transformation is a long-standing vision, its impact on book and magazine publishing is only just beginning.
The continued greening of the energy sector, with inroads being made through numerous sources of materials that can produce energy, is the main focus of this, Green Chemical Processing, Volume 8. It includes contributions from area experts in widely different fields, all involved in energy production, and makes connections to the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry.
Connects practical solutions to foundational learning on sustainability. Provides an eclectic, culturally nuanced interpretation of systems science and its application to achieving sustainable development
This book is aimed at companies, researchers, consultants, consumers, students and any interested public interested in the subject, the reflections and practices of the circular economy. As part of the draft law on the circular economy in France, the authors (researchers and experts) analyze the data and the reflections and base their arguments on real examples in order to propose solutions and recommendations for a green economy.
Carbon and Graphene Quantum Dots for Biomedical Applications provides a single point of reference for understanding the biomedical potential of quantum dots. The book covers the synthesis and properties of various carbon and graphene quantum dots, with advanced discussion on the challenges faced during synthesis according to type, structure, size, functionalization and composition.
This book describes Deep Learning-based architecture design for intelligent wireless communication systems and specifically for Deep Learning-based receiver design. Deep Learning-based architecture design utilizes Deep Learning (DL) techniques to reformulate the traditional block-based wireless communication architecture.
Nanomaterials for Sensing and Optoelectronic Applications explores recent trends in nanomaterials and devices for chemical and biosensing applications.The book will be helpful in solving problems related to the synthesis and growth of various nanostructures, the application of these materials for various devices, and to understand how a specific synthesis route promotes a specific application.
This book provides a comprehensive discussion about the trends in network transformation towards intelligent networks and what the future holds for communication infrastructure. The author unveils the interplay of technologies and technological know-how that are shaping the industry. Delving into the evolution of networking infrastructures from static to dynamic and intelligent, this book explores how these advancements are enhancing user experiences, driving digital transformation in businesses, and revolutionizing the way the world connects.
The focus of this book on the selection and application of electrical drives and control systems for electromechanical and mechatronics applications makes it uniquely useful for engineers in industry working with machines and drives. It also serves as a student text for courses on motors and drives, and engineering design courses, especially within mechanical engineering and mechatronics degree programs. The criteria for motor-drive selection are explained, and the main types of drives available to drive machine tools and robots introduced.
This book provides valuable insights for ICTs engineers, scientists, researchers, developers and practitioners who are involved in developing and implementing edge and cloud-based solutions ranging from sensors and actuators to cloud-based back-end systems.
Advances in Electronic Materials for Clean Energy Conversion and Storage Applications reviews green synthesis and fabrication techniques of various electronic materials and their derivatives for applications in photovoltaics. The book investigates recent advances, progress and issues of photovoltaic-based research, including organic, hybrid, dye-sensitized, polymer, and quantum dot-based solar cells.There is a focus on applications for clean energy and storage in the book.
In Autonomous, Connected, Electric and Shared Vehicles: Disrupting the Automotive and Mobility Sectors, Umar Zakir Abdul Hamid provides an overview of ACES technology for cross-disciplinary audiences, including researchers, academics, and automotive professionals. Hamid bridges the gap among the book’s varied audiences, exploring the development and deployment of ACES vehicles and the disruptions, challenges, and potential benefits of this new technology.
Blockchain is an emerging platform for developing decentralized applications and data storage, over and beyond its role as a platform for cryptocurrencies. This reference text provides a comprehensive discussion on blockchain technology from research and application perspective. It discusses different approaches for building distributed applications (DAPPS) and provides detailed listing and discussion of blockchain technology applications in solving real life problems. The book covers proof of work (PoW) based blockchain consensus, and proof of stake (PoS) based blockchain consensus and discusses blockchain algorithms including practical byzantine fault tolerance (PBFT) and simplified byzantine fault tolerance (SBFT).
This comprehensive book gives an overview of how cognitive systems and artificial intelligence (AI) can be used in electronic warfare (EW). Readers will learn how EW systems respond more quickly and effectively to battlefield conditions where sophisticated radars and spectrum congestion put a high priority on EW systems that can characterize and classify novel waveforms, discern intent, and devise and test countermeasures.
This book provides a state-of-the-art perspective on biomaterials research in India and globally. It presents a sketch of the Indian landscape against the backdrop of the international developments in biomaterials research.
Intelligent Biomedical Technologies and Applications for Healthcare 5.0, covers artificial health intelligence, biomedical image analysis, 5G, the Internet of Medical Things, intelligent healthcare systems, and extended health intelligence (EHI).
This book includes fundamental information related to IoDT architecture design and features; reviews the state of the art in hardware and software platforms to deploy, connect, and control drones or swarms of drones; and covers the latest developments in innovative drone-facilitated applications and services that can significantly improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability of various operations in modern society and a growing number of its industries.
In a world grappling with resource depletion and environmental degradation, this work empowers readers to foster sustainable urban environments, while promoting a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between new technologies and cutting-edge economic theory.
A long-standing, best-selling, comprehensive textbook covering all the mathematics required on upper level engineering mathematics undergraduate courses. Its unique approach takes you through all the mathematics you need in a step-by-step fashion with a wealth of examples and exercises.
From the 1870s to the mid-twentieth century, European explorers, climatologists, colonial officials, and planners were avidly interested in large-scale projects that might actively alter the climate. Uncovering this history, Desert Edens looks at how arid environments and an increasing anxiety about climate in the colonial world shaped this upsurge in ideas about climate engineering.
For a variety of historical reasons, transport and land use are quite divorced in practice. This text aims to bridge the chasm, helping engineers understand the elements of access that are associated not only with traffic, but also with human behaviour and activity location, and helping planners understand the technology underlying transport engineering, the processes, equations, and logic that make up the transport half of the accessibility measure.
Float! Building on Water to Combat Urban Congestion and Climate Change proposes a new way of building: on water instead of on land. Although the concept may seem revolutionary, it is an obvious solution to overcrowded metropolises. Most world cities are situated on the water and have too little space where it's most needed: in the city center. Building on water allows inner-city areas to expand.
This book serves as a guide, leading readers towards a world where waste ceases to be a burden, but a wellspring of possibilities. Whether the goal is to enhance expertise, ignite creativity, or develop a thorough grasp of waste's transformative possibilities, this book serves to achieve a more sustainable and prosperous future. It provides an invaluable treasure of knowledge for readers, researchers, working professionals, and academics alike, and offers a comprehensive roadmap to address the waste crisis with sustainable solutions.
A comprehensive introduction to hybrid control systems and design. In Hybrid Feedback Control, Ricardo Sanfelice presents a self-contained introduction to hybrid control systems and develops new tools for their analysis and design. Hybrid behaviour can occur in one or more subsystems of a feedback system, and Sanfelice offers a unified control theory framework, filling an important gap in the control theory literature.
Materials Selection in Mechanical Design describes the procedures for material selection in mechanical design to ensure that the most suitable materials for a given application are identified from the full range of materials and section shapes available. Recognized as the world’s leading materials selection textbook, users will find a unique and innovative resource for students, engineers, and product/industrial designers.
A concise introduction to the fundamental concepts of mathematics that are closely related to civil engineering.
