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Taylor & Francis Inc Introduction to Communications Technologies
Book SynopsisThanks to the advancement of faster processors within communication devices, there has been a rapid change in how information is modulated, multiplexed, managed, and moved. While formulas and functions are critical in creating the granular components and operations of individual technologies, understanding the applications and their purposes in the business environment only requires a basic scientific background. The third edition of Introduction to Communications Technologies: A Guide for Non-Engineers helps students in telecommunications business programs become familiar with and stay abreast of the ever-changing technology surrounding their industry.Used in the core curriculum at Ball State University's graduate professional program in Information and Communication Sciences, this textbook is designed for graduate and undergraduate students who do not necessarily have a high level of technical expertise, but need to have some understanding of the technical functions Table of ContentsSystems and Models of Communications Technologies: Shannon–Weaver, von Neumann, and the Open System Interconnection Model. Basic Concepts of Electricity. Modulation Schemes. Signaling Formats, Multiplexing, and Digital Transmissions. Legacy to Current-Day Telephone Networks. Basics of Multiprotocol Label Switching Networking. Local Area Network Technology. The Language of the Internet: Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Wireless Local Area Networks. Mobile Wireless Technologies. Virtualization. Analyzing Big Data. The Cloud and Cloud Computing. Video Basics. Digital Media. Network Security and Management.
£78.84
Taylor & Francis Inc The Handbook of Groundwater Engineering
Book SynopsisThis new edition adds several new chapters and is thoroughly updated to include data on new topics such as hydraulic fracturing, CO2 sequestration, sustainable groundwater management, and more. Providing a complete treatment of the theory and practice of groundwater engineering, this new handbook also presents a current and detailed review of how to model the flow of water and the transport of contaminants both in the unsaturated and saturated zones, covers the protection of groundwater, and the remediation of contaminated groundwater. Trade Review"This is one of the best books in groundwater science and engineering. It is comprehensive both in terms of variety of subject areas and the material covered for each subject. It includes theory, modelling, and applications. So, it can be used as textbook, reference book, and even as a book for design guidelines. It contains basic concepts as well as advanced and state-of-the-art materials. It is a must-have book for students, researchers, consultants, academics, and practitioners."— S.M. Hassanizadeh, Utrecht University, The Netherlands"This is the ideal text for students and professionals who are interested in learning the subsurface hydrology and advanced application in groundwater engineering."—Kuo-Chin Hsu, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan"I see two major attractive features of this book: first, a broad coverage of the topic of groundwater hydrology, second, chapters made by outstanding researchers in the field that provide on the edge methodologies and results. This is a familiar material for me which confirms that this book may serve as a state-of-the-art presentation of groundwater physics. As such, I would certainly like to have it on my bookshelves, and I would also strongly recommend that to my students."—Michel Quintard, Institut de Mécanique des Fluides de Toulouse, France"The book is encyclopedic in its scope and is a valuable resource for both practitioners and researchers. The handbook covers traditional topics, as well as cutting edge topics on new emerging groundwater problems. There is no other comprehensive book that includes new topics such as multiscale methods, hydraulic tomography, scaling, anomalous dispersion, CO2 sequestration, climate change, and ecohydrology."—Albert J. Valocchi, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA"I find the materials very concise and exceptionally well-written. …the book is an encyclopedia for beginners, and a catalogue for advanced readers; but also readable to general audience with a basic level of scientific training."—Peng Wang, Beihang University, Beijing, China"The handbook presents a nice and complete review on the most important topics related to groundwater hydrology. I do research in the field of porous media and I know very well the quality of the research published by the different scientists in charge for the writing of the handbook’s chapters. Since theoretical aspects and well as advanced and evolving approaches are described, the handbook is suitable for students that want to approach the ‘porous medium world’ as well as researchers that want to be updated on the novel issues concerning porous medium investigation and modeling." —Monica Moroni, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy"The book gives a nice ‘big-picture’ introduction to the classical and state-of-the-art concepts used in hydrology. Ideal for anyone entering a hydrological field without the specific technological background. I work with graduate students and researchers in other areas, and this book is an ideal resource for bridging fields."— Lynn Schreyer, Washington State University, USA"…a well-rounded tool useful to academicians, modelers, and engineering practitioners alike. I appreciate the very thorough approach to groundwater engineering. I am confident the materials presented can act as a reference for both academics and practitioners, and thus reach to a broad audience. The index is complete, and so is the coverage of classical and innovative topics." — Vittorio Di Federico, University in Bologna, Italy"I am sure that students, teachers, researchers and practitioners concerned with groundwater analysis will find much in this book that is instructive, useful and timely."— Gerardo Severino, University of Naples Federico II, Italy"This book could be an interesting addition to any hydrogeological library. It would be a good complement to most groundwater textbooks, particularly by providing additional material on modeling concepts and field investigations. A good overview of some advanced and emerging topics is provided."—Groundwater, July-August 2017"This is one of the best books in groundwater science and engineering. It is comprehensive both in terms of variety of subject areas and the material covered for each subject. It includes theory, modelling, and applications. So, it can be used as textbook, reference book, and even as a book for design guidelines. It contains basic concepts as well as advanced and state-of-the-art materials. It is a must-have book for students, researchers, consultants, academics, and practitioners." —S. M. Hassanizadeh, Utrecht University, The Netherlands"This is the ideal text for students and professionals who are interested in learning the subsurface hydrology and advanced applications in groundwater engineering."—Kuo-Chin Hsu, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan"The book is encyclopedic in its scope and is a valuable resource for both practitioners and researchers. The handbook covers traditional topics, as well as cutting edge topics on new emerging groundwater problems. There is no other comprehensive book that includes new topics such as multiscale methods, hydraulic tomography, scaling, anomalous dispersion, CO2 sequestration, climate change, and ecohydrology."—Albert J. Valocchi, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA"The book gives a nice ‘big-picture’ introduction to the classical and state-of-the-art concepts used in hydrology. Ideal for anyone entering a hydrological field without the specific technological background. I work with graduate students and researchers in other areas, and this book is an ideal resource for bridging fields."—Lynn Schreyer, Washington State University, USA"I find the materials very concise and exceptionally well-written . . . the book is an encyclopedia for beginners, and a catalogue for advanced readers; but also readable to general audience with a basic level of scientific training." —Peng Wang, Beihang University, Beijing, China"The handbook presents a nice and complete review on the most important topics related to groundwater hydrology. I do research in the field of porous media and I know very well the quality of the research published by the different scientists in charge for the writing of the handbook’s chapters. Since theoretical aspects and well as advanced and evolving approaches are described, the handbook is suitable for students that want to approach the ‘porous medium world’ as well as researchers that want to be updated on the novel issues concerning porous medium investigation and modeling." —Monica Moroni, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy" . . .a well-rounded tool useful to academicians, modelers, and engineering practitioners alike. I appreciate the very thorough approach to groundwater engineering. I am confident the materials presented can act as a reference for both academics and practitioners, and thus reach to a broad audience. The index is complete, and so is the coverage of classical and innovative topics." —Vittorio Di Federico, University of Bologna, Italy"I am sure that students, teachers, researchers and practitioners concerned with groundwater analysis will find much in this book that is instructive, useful and timely."—Gerardo Severino, University of Naples Federico II, Italy"This book could be an interesting addition to any hydrogeological library. It would be a good complement to most groundwater textbooks, particularly by providing additional material on modeling concepts and field investigations. A good overview of some advanced and emerging topics is provided."—Groundwater, July-August 2017Table of ContentsClassical Hydrogeology. History of Groundwater. Geological Occurrence of Groundwater. Field Methods for Groundwater Evaluation. Elementary Groundwater Flow and Transport. Two and Three Dimensional Groundwater Flow. Groundwater Modeling. Groundwater Contaminants. Flow and Transport in Fractured Media. Groundwater Monitoring. Well Design and Construction. Well Hydraulics and Aquifer Tests. Classical Vadose Zone Modeling. Soil Properties and Movement in the Unsaturated Zone. Infiltration. Contaminant Transport in the Unsaturated Zone. Preferential Flow. Data Acquisition and Analysis (Geophysics, etc.). Hydrogeological Characterization. Geophysicial and Tracer Characterization. Geostatistics. Hydraulic Tomography. GIS and Groundwater. Subsurface Heterogeneity/Uncertainty Quantification/Mode Validation. MADE Site and Heterogeneity. Saturated Transport Under Certainty. Risk Assessment. Optimization Under Certainty. Model Validation. Advanced Modeling Techniques and Topics. Fractal Concepts. Anomalous Transport. Mixing. Multiscale Models of Flow and Transport. Scaling. Flow and Transport in Swelling Clays. Karstic Flows. Surface/Groundwater Interactions. Sea Water Intrusion. Application Areas. CO2 Sequestration. Sustainable Groundwater Development. Global Warming and Groundwater. Ecohydrology. Biodegradation. Landfills. Remediation. Mining and Groundwater Protection. Fracking.
£237.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Forest Value Chain Optimization and
Book SynopsisThis book provides a global perspective on the various issues that the industry has to face as well as to provide some key global strategies that can help coping with those global challenges, such as collaboration, strategic value chain planning, and interdependency analyses. It presents literature reviews, strategic research orientations, assessment of some current key issues, and state-of-the-art methodologies.Trade Review"Forest Value Chain Optimization is a whole view of the forests vast opportunity to be converted into emerging products in the bio-economy. As the traditional forest products sector attempts to hold on for efficiency improvement to survive with legacy products, this book demonstrates that the forest products industry can evolve through value chain optimization to enhance the competitiveness of the forest sector into the future."—Jason Linkewich, Chair NSERC VCO Network, & President, Linksedge Ltd., Canada"The book looks excellent. I think you have had the strongest group in the world dealing with management of the forest industries. The collaborative approach behind this book has led to world-class knowledge in the field of value chain optimization and sustainability. I commend the Canadian researchers, the Canadian industry and FPInnovations for this major contribution. Congratulations!"—Andrés Weintraub, Professor, Universidad de Chile, Chile"The innovative and excellent work conducted by the VCO Network is an outstanding inspiration and will strengthen the forestry-based value chains. The cooperation between Skogforsk and the VCO Network regarding the value chain optimization in forest operations has been very fruitful and highly apreciated." —Gert Andersson, Programme Manager, Uppsala, Sweden"This book provides information on the availability of sophisticated operational and planning models to assist with optimization of various links in the chain. It is timely, especially when we consider the disruptions that may result from new SLA negotiations, continuing decline of our P&P industry and the need to find new uses for sawmill residues. The closure of coal-fired thermal generating stations may offer an opportunity to convert some of them to biomass fuels. I suggest that the real importance of this book is to focus the minds of managers on the opportunities to improve the value chain. This should be an on-going business management activity."—The Forestry Chronicle, March 2017"This is an excellent book that will not sit idle on my shelf. I plan to share it with a variety of people across the field, because I believe it is the most complete work available on forest value-chain optimization. The authors and editors should be lauded for their efforts in putting together such a complete work in this area." —Interfaces, March/April 2017Table of ContentsFramework for Integrated Decision Making in Value Chain Planning. Strategic Transformation of the Forest Industry Value Chain. Defining Decision Support Needs for Strategic Planning of the Forest Value Chain in a Canadian Context. The Meaning and Means of Environmental Sustainability: Forestry in a More Responsible World. A Survey of Methods for Agile Manufacturing Systems. Key Aspects of Woody Biomass Flows within the Canadian Forest Value Chain. Standards for Information and Knowledge Sharing in the Collaborative Design of Planning Systems within the Forest Products Industry: A Survey and Roadmap. Transport and Logistics. What Does VCO Matters for Government and Industry? Overview of Forest Products Market Research and Marketing in North America. Tactical Planning and Decision Support Systems in Forest Value Chains.
£104.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Extremal Optimization
Book SynopsisExtremal Optimization: Fundamentals, Algorithms, and Applications introduces state-of-the-art extremal optimization (EO) and modified EO (MEO) solutions from fundamentals, methodologies, and algorithms to applications based on numerous classic publications and the authors' recent original research results. It promotes the movement of EO from academic study to practical applications. The book covers four aspects, beginning with a general review of real-world optimization problems and popular solutions with a focus on computational complexity, such as NP-hard and the phase transitions occurring on the search landscape.Next, it introduces computational extremal dynamics and its applications in EO from principles, mechanisms, and algorithms to the experiments on some benchmark problems such as TSP, spin glass, Max-SAT (maximum satisfiability), and graph partition. It then presents studies on the fundamental features of search dynamics and mechanisms in EO Table of ContentsFUNDAMENTALS, METHODOLOGY, AND ALGORITHMS. General Introduction. Introduction to Extremal Optimization. Extremal Dynamics-Inspired Self-Organizing Optimization. MODIFIED EO AND INTEGRATION OF EO WITH OTHER SOLUTIONS TO COMPUTATIONAL INTELLIGENCE. Modified Extremal Optimization. Memetic Algorithms with Extremal Optimization. Multiobjective Optimization with Extremal Dynamics. APPLICATIONS. EO for Systems Modeling and Control. EO for Production Planning and Scheduling. References.
£161.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Articular Cartilage
Book SynopsisThis book covers the latest research and advancements related to articular cartilage in biology, development, pathology, clinical applications and tissue engineering. The authors take an interdisciplinary approach that encompasses the breadth and depth of basic science, bioengineering, translational science and detailed methological approaches. It is designed to be an all encompassing encyclopedia of articular cartilage. Written at a level that allows wide accessibility, the book's comprehensive focus on multiple aspects of articular cartilage sets it apart from other books.Table of ContentsStructure and Function of Cartilage. Articular Cartilage Development. Articular Cartilage Pathology and Therapies. Tissue Engineering of Articular Cartilage. Methods for Evaluating Articular Cartilage Quality. Perspectives on the Translational Aspects of Articular Cartilage Biology. Experimental Protocols.
£137.75
Taylor & Francis Inc Nanotherapeutics
Book SynopsisThe emergence of nanotherapeutics is attributable to the integration of nanotechnology, recombinant DNA technology, and synthetic organic chemistry with medicine for treating critical human diseases in a more efficient and specific molecular approach than therapy with conventionally-designed and formulated drugs. Nanotherapeutics: From Laboratory to Clinic comprehensively discusses the current shortcomings for delivery of classical (small) drugs, macromolecular therapeutics, and recombinant vaccine via the common intravascular and extravascular routes.The book describes the synthetic/chemical engineering methods as well as recombinant, hybridoma, and phage display technologies to fabricate different types of nanoparticulate carriers and drugs. It also reveals the diversified approaches undertaken by harnessing nanotechnology to overcome the multistep extracellular and intracellular barriers and to facilitate the development of novel strategies for therapeutic deTable of ContentsEmergence of nanotherapeutics: Challenges in classical drug transport versus macromolecular drug design. The ultimate destinations for delivery and release of nanotherapeutics. Diversity of bioactive nanoparticles from biological, chemical, and physical perspectives. Fabrication strategies for biofunctional nanoparticles. Interactions and orientation of therapeutic drugs in the vicinity of nanoparticles. Variable interactions of nanoparticles with blood, lymph, and extracellular and intracellular components. Pharmacokinetics and biodistribution of nanoparticles. Specific roles of nanoparticles in various steps of drug transport. Nanotechnology approaches to modulate transport, release, and bioavailability of classical and emerging therapeutics. Nanotechnology in the development of innovative treatment strategies. Nanoparticles for therapeutic delivery in animal models of different cancers. Nanoparticles for therapeutic delivery in animal models of other critical human diseases. Nanomedicine in clinical trials. Approved and commercialized nanomedicine. Current safety issues: Biodegradability, reactivity, and clearance. References.
£175.75
Taylor & Francis Inc Marine Glycobiology
Book SynopsisMarine glycobiology is an emerging and exciting area in the field of science and medicine. Glycobiology, the study of the structure and function of carbohydrates and carbohydrate-containing molecules, is fundamental to all biological systems and represents a developing field of science that has made huge advances in the last half-century. This book revolutionizes the concept of marine glycobiology, focusing on the latest principles and applications of marine glycobiology and their relationships.Trade Review"The book describes carbohydrates conjugated with additional molecules – an area that could be called terra incognita, because it has been unexploited until now. An important part of the book constitutes analytical techniques, which are a challenge. Another important aspect is the practical application of those unique compounds: in biomedicine, bio-based technologies. The book contains 6 sections and 38 chapters which thoroughly discuss different aspects of glycoconjugates. The book would be useful for academic research, students, but also for industry, as the inspiration for development of innovative and bioactive products."— Katarzyna Chojnacka, Wroclaw University of Technology, PolandTable of ContentsIntroduction to Marine Glycobiology. Marine Glycoconjugates of Reproduction and Chemical Communications. Marine Glycans. Marine Glycosylation. Marine Glycoproteins. Marine Proteoglycans. Marine Glycolipids. Marine Glycomics. Marine Glycoenzymes. Marine Carbohydrates. Bioinformatics of Glycobiology. Biological Role of Glycoconjugates. Glycoconjugates in Biomedicine and Biotechnology.
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Autism Imaging and Devices
Book SynopsisThis book covers state-of-the-art medical image analysis approaches currently pursued in autism research. Chapters cover recent advances in diagnosis using structural neuroimaging. All aspects of imaging are included, such as electrophysiology (EEG, ERP, QEEG, and MEG), postmortem techniques, and advantages and difficulties of depositing/acquiring images in larger databases. The book incorporates 2D, 3D, and 4D imaging and advances scientific research within the broad field of autism imaging.Table of ContentsIntroduction to Neuropathology. The Neuropathology of Autism. QEEG—Guided Neurofeedback for Autism: Clinical Observations and Outcomes. Event-Related Potential Studies of Cognitive Processing Abnormalities in Autism. Evoked and Induced Gamma-Frequency Oscillations in Autism. Neurofeedback for Autistic Disorders: Emerging Empirical Evidence. Structural Imaging in Autism. Diffusion Tensor Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Autism. Spectroscopic Brain Imaging in Autism. Functional MRI in Autism. Functional PET/CT in Autism. Functional ERPs in Autism. EEG Analysis in the Assessment of Autistic Disorders. Image Reconstruction in Autism. Machine Learning Applications to 2D, 3D, and 4D Analysis. Behavior Imaging Assessment Technology: A Mobile Infrastructure to Transform Autism Diagnosis and Treatment.
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Nonlinear Digital Filtering with Python
Book SynopsisNonlinear Digital Filtering with Python: An Introduction discusses important structural filter classes including the median filter and a number of its extensions (e.g., weighted and recursive median filters), and Volterra filters based on polynomial nonlinearities. Adopting both structural and behavioral approaches in characterizing and designing nonlinear digital filters, this book: Begins with an expedient introduction to programming in the free, open-source computing environment of Python Uses results from algebra and the theory of functional equations to construct and characterize behaviorally defined nonlinear filter classes Analyzes the impact of a range of useful interconnection strategies on filter behavior, providing Python implementations of the presented filters and interconnection strategies Proposes practical, bottom-up strategies for designing more complex and capable filters from simpler components in a way that preserves the Trade Review"The authors bring the reader from the consolidated world of linear filters into the variegate universe of nonlinear filters, and show how the main subclasses of digital nonlinear filters can be described on the basis of their structural and/or behavioral characteristics. This approach is complemented by the use of a free, open-source computing environment—Python—for the implementation of the nonlinear digital filters presented in each chapter."—Giovanni L. Sicuranza, University of Trieste, Italy Table of ContentsIntroduction. Python. Linear and Volterra Filters. Median Filters and Some Extensions. Forms of Nonlinear Behavior. Composite Structures: Bottom-Up Design. Recursive Structures and Stability.
£105.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Analog Electronics Applications
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive text discusses the fundamentals of analog electronics applications, design, and analysis. Unlike the physics approach in other analog electronics books, this text focuses on an engineering approach, from the main components of an analog circuit to general analog networks. Concentrating on development of standard formulae for conventional analog systems, the book is filled with practical examples and detailed explanations of procedures to analyze analog circuits. The book covers amplifiers, filters, and op-amps as well as general applications of analog design. Trade Review"Although, there are several textbooks available on analog electronics, this is one of the few books which provides a clear, concise explanations of complex concepts of analog circuits in a simple way through practical examples. This book covers comprehensively the main aspects of analog components, circuits and applications." — Ali Ahmadinia, California State University San Marcos, USA"It is an extremely comprehensive book covering all aspects of analogue electronics at the undergraduate level. It also includes review material on the prerequisites like circuit theory. Important topics which are often covered briefly or omitted in other books, like feedback, transistor models and active filters, to name a few, are fully developed in this book." — Carlos Gamio, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland"The chapters of the textbook...represent a good basis of study for junior undergraduate students of electrical and electronic engineering. The content is, in general, accurate and relevant." — Barry Beggs, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland"Although, there are several textbooks available on analog electronics, this is one of the few books which provides a clear, concise explanations of complex concepts of analog circuits in a simple way through practical examples. This book covers comprehensively the main aspects of analog components, circuits and applications." — Ali Ahmadinia, California State University San Marcos, USA"It is an extremely comprehensive book covering all aspects of analogue electronics at the undergraduate level. It also includes review material on the prerequisites like circuit theory. Important topics which are often covered briefly or omitted in other books, like feedback, transistor models and active filters, to name a few, are fully developed in this book." — Carlos Gamio, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland"The chapters of the textbook...represent a good basis of study for junior undergraduate students of electrical and electronic engineering. The content is, in general, accurate and relevant." — Barry Beggs, Glasgow Caledonian University, ScotlandTable of ContentsIntroduction to Analog Electronics. Electric Circuits. Bipolar Junction Transistor BJT. Field Effect Transistors FET. Bipolar Junction Transistor Biasing. Modelling Transistors. Small Signal Analysis of an Amplifier Under Different Models. Amplifiers Frequency Response. The Common Collector Amplifier/Emitter Follower. The Common Base Amplifier. Common emitter Amplifier in Cascade. Field Effect Transistor Biasing. Field Effect Transistor as Amplifiers. Transfer Function and Bode Diagrams. Feedback in amplifiers. Differential Amplifiers. Operational Amplifiers Op-Amps. Filters. Applications of Analogue Electronics. Future Trend of Analog Electronics. Computer Aided Simulation of Practical Assignments.
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Theory Design and Applications of Unmanned Aerial
Book SynopsisThis book provides a complete overview of the theory, design, and applications of unmanned aerial vehicles. It covers the basics, including definitions, attributes, manned vs. unmanned, design considerations, life cycle costs, architecture, components, air vehicle, payload, communications, data link, and ground control stations. Chapters cover types and civilian roles, sensors and characteristics, alternative power, communications and data links, conceptual design, human machine interface, sense and avoid systems, civil airspace issues and integration efforts, navigation, autonomous control, swarming, and future capabilities.Table of ContentsUAS Basics. UAS Types & Civilian Roles. UAS Sensors & Characteristics. Alternative Power. Communications & Data Links. UAS Conceptual Design. Human Machine Interface. Sense and Avoid Systems. UAS Civil Airspace Issues. Civil Airspace Integration Efforts. UAS Navigation. Autonomous Control. UAS Swarming. Future Capabilities.
£80.74
Taylor & Francis Inc Autonomous Vehicle Navigation
Book SynopsisImprove the Safety, Flexibility, and Reliability of Autonomous Navigation in Complex EnvironmentsAutonomous Vehicle Navigation: From Behavioral to Hybrid Multi-Controller Architectures explores the use of multi-controller architectures in fully autonomous robot navigationeven in highly dynamic and cluttered environments. Accessible to researchers and graduate students involved in mobile robotics and fully autonomous vehicle navigation, the book presents novel techniques and concepts that address different complex mobile robot tasks.The author examines the development of reliable elementary controllers and proposes mechanisms to manage the interaction of these multi-controller architectures while addressing different constraints and enhancing metrics/criteria linked to the safety, flexibility, and reliability of the proposed control architectures. He covers the modeling of subtasks, reliable obstacle avoidance, appropriate stable controlTable of ContentsGlobal concepts/challenges related to the control of intelligent mobile robots. Autonomous navigation in cluttered environments. HybridCD (continuous/discrete) multi-controller architectures. HybridRC (reactive/cognitive) and homogeneous control architecture based on PELC. Flexible and reliable autonomous vehicle’s navigation using optimal waypoint configuration. Cooperative control of multi-robot systems. General conclusion and prospects. Appendices.
£85.49
Taylor & Francis Inc Hybrid Nanomaterials
Book SynopsisOver the last decade, an unprecedented expansion in the field of nanomedicine has resulted in the development of new nanomaterials for diagnosis and therapy of various diseases such as cancer. This book covers the design, synthesis and applications of various functionally-hybridized nanomaterials for biomedical applications. It includes strategies for design and synthesis of hybrid nanomaterials, surface engineering of various nanoparticle-based hybrid nanosystems for cancer imaging and therapy, toxicity aspects of nanomaterials and the challenges in translation research of hybrid nanomaterials.Table of ContentsIntroduction/Preface. Epitaxial Growth Techniques for the Synthesis of Hybrid Nanostructures. Engineering of Core/Shell Structured Hybrid Nanoparticles. Engineering of Hybrid Nanoparticles by Self-assembly. Engineering of Mesoporous Silica-Based Hybrid Nanoparticles for Cancer Imaging. Engineering of Quantum Dot-Based Hybrid Nanoparticles for Multimodality Imaging. Engineering of Iron Oxide Nanoparticle-Based Hybrid System for Cancer Imaging. Engineering of Hybrid Upconversion Nanoparticles for Multimodality Imaging. Engineering of Carbon-based Hybrid Nanomaterials. Hybrid Nanomaterials Based on Peptide/protein-polymer Conjugates. Engineering of Nanoscale Metal Organic Frameworks for Cancer Theranostics. Engineering of RBC Membrane-camouflaged Hybrid Nanoparticles. Engineering of Porous Hybrid Nanoparticles for Drug/Gene Delivery. Engineering of Hybrid Nanoparticles for Photothermal Therapy. Hybrid Nanosystems for Photodynamic Therapy 16. Engineering of Hybrid Nanosystems for Chemotherapy. Engineering of Hybrid Nanostructures for Combined Cancer Therapy. Theranostic Hybrid Nanoparticles: Design, Synthesis and Applications. Engineering of Graphene-Based Hybrid Nanoparticles for Cancer Theranostics. Engineering of Porphysome Nanovesicles for Cancer Imaging and Therapy. In Vivo Cancer Targeted Imaging and Therapy with Hybrid Nanomaterials. Nanotoxicology. Pathway to Clinical Translation of Hybrid Nanomaterials.
£228.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Hydraulic Fracturing Impacts and Technologies
Book SynopsisHydraulic Fracturing Impacts and Technologies: A Multidisciplinary Perspective serves as an introduction to hydraulic fracturing and provides balanced coverage of its benefits and potential negative effects. Presenting a holistic assessment of hydraulic fracturing and its environmental impacts, this book chronicles the history and development of unconventional oil and gas production and describes the risks associated with the use of these technologies. More specifically, it addresses hydraulic fracturing's use and dependence on large amounts of water as a fracturing medium. It examines the limits of reusing flowback and produced water, explores cost-effective ways to clean or effectively dispose of water used in fracturing, and provides suggestions for the efficient use, discovery, and recycle potential of non-potable water. Utilizing a team of experts from industry and academia, the text provides readers with a multiple lens approachincorporating various perspectivTrade Review"… this book highlights the need to integrate analysis of technologies with environmental and societal impact considerations… for the professionals working within the industry, it also emphasizes what issues need to be addressed, and how those issues should be addressed, in order to potentially convince the public and policy makers that fracture stimulation can be used safely without risking environmental damage, public health issues and overuse/contamination of precious water resources."—Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering, 2016Table of ContentsOverview of Hydraulic Fracturing Operations and Technologies. Economic Impact of the Permian Basin’s Oil and Gas Industry. From Property Rights to Endangered Species: Legal Issues Surrounding Hydraulic Fracturing. Looking into the Crystal Ball: Potential New EPA Hydraulic Fracturing Rules Impacting Unconventional Oil and Gas Production from Shale Plays. Commentary on Health and Environmental Risks from Hydraulic Fracturing. Health and Environment Risks from Oil and Gas Development. Addressing Concerns about Impacts from Unconventional Drilling Using Advanced Analytical Chemistry. Water Availability in the Permian Basin Region of West Texas. Reuse and Recycling of Flowback and Produced Waters. Impact of Hydraulic Fracturing on Transportation Infrastructure. GIS-Based Assessment of Wastewater Disposal Impacts in Permian Basin, Texas. Challenges and Opportunities for Increasing Guar Production in the United States to Support Unconventional Oil and Gas Production. Characterization of the Properties of Guar Gum to Improve Hydraulic Fracturing Efficiencies. Communicating Fracturing Impacts and Technologies: Assessment, Public Understanding, and Theoretical Linkages. Multidisciplinary Teams as Mechanisms of Accountability: Neutralizing the Emotions and Politics of Hydraulic Fracturing Research.
£128.25
Taylor & Francis Inc A Guide to Innovation Processes and Solutions for
Book SynopsisIn today's knowledge-driven global environment, fueled by an ever-increasing appetite for timely information, decision makers and senior leaders across all government agencies are seeking new ways to boost efficiencies. A Guide to Innovation Processes and Solutions in Government provides a roadmap for successful implementation of innovation for government organizations and subcontractors and suppliers working for the federal government. The book details proven tools and processes that can make significant improvements in how the federal sector handles opportunities for innovation. It introduces the authors' transformational innovation approach that is easy to implement. The N2OVATE process, selects the best innovation value-driven projects for implementation. Presenting insights that can help readers bridge the gap between the shareholder, stakeholder, and customer, the book includes descriptive examples and a case study that illustrate the applicatTable of ContentsInnovation: A Combination of Perspectives. Cultural and Environmental Influences on Innovation. Dynamic Capabilities: The Power of Innovation. Needs and Requirements: How to Initiate Sustained Successful Innovation. Organizational Assessment: Is the Organization Ready for Innovation? Organizational Diagnostics: Through the Looking Glass. Innovation Strategies: Design for Success. Selecting an Innovation Project: Projects that Add Lasting Value. Leading Innovation Project Success: From Concept to Reality. The Federal Government: 2015 and Beyond.
£56.04
Taylor & Francis Inc Cognitive Vehicular Networks
Book SynopsisA comprehensive text on both current and emerging areas of cognitive vehicular networks, this book focuses on a new class of mobile ad hoc networks. It uses a pedagogical approach utilizing cognitive aspects applied to vehicular environments and comprises contributions from well-known and high profile researchers in their respective specialties. The book provides significant technical and practical insights on different perspectives, starting from a basic background on cognitive radio, interrelated technologies, application to vehicular networks, technical challenges, and future trends.Table of ContentsCognitive Radio. Introduction to Cognitive Radio Technologies. Spectrum Sensing Models in Ad Hoc Networks. Security Aspects in Cognitive Radio Networks. Cooperative Spectrum Sensing. Cognitive Radio for Vehicular Networks. Introduction to Cognitive Vehicular Networks (CVN). Spectrum Allocation Techniques in CVN. Cognitive Routing in CVN. Data Dissemination in CVN. Peer-to-Peer Architectures for CVN. Applications for CVN. Social-Based Applications for CVN. Infotainment in CVN. Crowd Sourcing Applications for CVN.
£118.75
Taylor & Francis Inc Emerging Communication Technologies Based on
Book SynopsisEmerging Communication Technologies Based on Wireless Sensor Networks: Current Research and Future Applications fills a gap in the existing literature by combining a plethora of WSN-based emerging technologies into a single source so that researchers can form opinions regarding these technologies. It presents different types of emerging communication technologies based on WSNs and describes how wireless sensor networks can be integrated with other communication technologies. It covers many of the new techniques and demonstrates the application of WSNs. The book's 14 chapters are divided into four parts.The first part covers the basics of wireless sensor networks and their principal working methods. The authors then move on to discuss different types of WSNs, characteristics of different types of emerging technologies based on WSNs, renewable energy sources, battery replenishment strategies, and application-specific energy challenges of WSNs. The secondTable of ContentsOVERVIEW OF WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORKS. Role of Wireless Sensor Network in Emerging Communication Technologies: A Review. A Review on Renewable Energy Sources, Battery Replenishment Strategies, and Application-Specific Energy Challenges of Wireless Sensor Networks. WIRELESS BODY AREA NETWORKS. Wearable Wireless Sensor Networks: Applications, Standards, and Research Trends. Revisiting Routing in Wireless Body Area Networks. Thermal-Aware Communication Protocols for Body Sensor Networks. WSNs IN EMERGING COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES. Electromagnetic Wireless Nanoscale Sensor Networks. Evolution of Wireless Sensor Networks toward Internet of Things. Wireless Sensor Network Management Using Satellite Communication Technologies. Use of Wireless Sensor Networks in Smart Homes. Realizing Cognitive Radio Technology for Wireless Sensor Networks. WSNs PROTOCOLS AND ALGORITHMS. Energy-Efficient Data Collection Techniques in Wireless Sensor Networks. A Pairwise Key Distribution Mechanism and Distributed Trust Evaluation Model for Secure Data Aggregation in Mobile Sensor Networks. Distributed Data Gathering Algorithms for Mobile Sensor Networks. Sensor Proxy Mobile IPv6: A Novel Scheme for Mobility-Supported IP-WSN.
£152.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Silver Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Devices
Book SynopsisSince the potential toxicity of silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) has raised serious concerns in the biomaterials and biomedical engineering community, Silver Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Devices: Biocompatibility and Toxicity brings together the synthesis, the physicochemical properties and the biological actions of Ag NPs, as well as the clinical demands for fabricating antibacterial medical devices, discussing how to suppress the side effects of nanomaterials and how to impart to them the selective toxicity. This book presents the two primary paradigms that have emerged in probing the antibacterial applications of Ag NPs, i.e. the active attacking releasing way and the conservative defending approach by taking advantage of various short-range actions; it shows readers how the ways in which Ag NPs have behaved can be engineered purposively. With contributions from leading international experts and extensive references listed in each chapter, this volume Table of ContentsSECTION I: Synthesis and AssemblingChapter 1: Bioinspired Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles: Characterization, Mechanism and Applications Chapter 2: Tuning the Properties of Silver Monolayer for Biological Applications Chapter 3: Synergistic Antimicrobial Activity of Silver and Chitosan Chapter 4: Titania Nanotubes as Silver Nanoparticle Carriers to Prevent Implant-associated InfectionChapter 5: Polymer-silver Nanocomposites: Preparation, Characterization and Antibacterial MechanismSECTION II: The Risk of Silver Chapter 6: Dissolution of Silver Nanoparticles Chapter 7: Silver as an antimicrobial agent: the Resistance Issue Chapter 8: The Risks of Silver Nanoparticles to Human Body Chapter 9: Imunomodulatory Activities of Silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) in Human NeutrophilsSECTION III: Techniques and Concepts for Risk Control Chapter 10: Evaluating the Interactions of Silver Nanoparticles and Mammalian Cells Based on Biomices Technologies Chapter 11: Methods and Tools for Assessing Nanomaterials and Uses and Regulation of Nanosilver in EuropeChapter 12: Toward Selectively Toxic Silver NanoparticlesSECTION IV: Clinical DemandsChapter 13: Orthopaedic Implant-associated Infections: Pathogenesis, Clinical Presentation and Management Chapter 14: Dental Implant Infection: Typical Causes and ControlChapter 15: Guidelines for Nanosilver-based Antibacterial Devices
£218.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Hydrologic Remote Sensing
Book SynopsisEnvironmental remote sensing plays a critical role in observing key hydrological components such as precipitation, soil moisture, evapotranspiration and total water storage on a global scale. As water security is one of the most critical issues in the world, satellite remote sensing techniques are of particular importance for emerging regions which have inadequate in-situ gauge observations. This book reviews multiple remote sensing observations, the application of remote sensing in hydrological modeling, data assimilation and hydrological capacity building in emerging regions.Trade Review"I teach Remote Sensing for Hydrology for graduate students and Ph.D. students. This book will be a perfect text book and reference book for the course. I believe this book will be a valuable textbook or reference book for senior undergraduates or graduate students with emphasis, interest, or major in remote sensing and/or hydrology." — Hongjie Xie, University of Texas at San Antonio, USATable of ContentsSatellite Remote Sensing Observations. Satellite Remote Sensing for Global Precipitation Monitoring. Diurnal Variability of Precipitation in West Africa Monsoon Region. ET Mapping Utilizing Remote Sensing Data. Soil Moisture Estimation Using Active and Passive Remote Sensing Techniques. Remote Sensing Streamflow Estimation via AMSR-E and TMI. Remote Sensing for Surface and Ground Water Observation. Total Water Storage Observed by GRACE. Modeling and Data Assimilation. The Coupled Routing and Excess Storage (CREST) Distributed Hydrological Mode. AMMAS Land Surface Model Intercomparison over West Africa. Multi-Sensor Imaging and Space-Ground Cross-Validation for 2010 Flood along Indus River, Pakistan. Hydroclimatology of Lake Victoria Region Using Hydrologic Model and Satellite Remote Sensing Data. Microwave Satellite Data for Hydrologic Modeling in an Ungauged Basin in Africa. Assimilating the Passive Microwave Streamflow Signals for Improving the Hydrological Predictions in Okavango River Basin, Africa. Statistical and Hydrologic Evaluation of Satellite Precipitation Products for Mountainous Basin. Capacity Building. Real Time Operation Hydrological Monitoring and Forecasting System for Local Decision Makers. Satellite Remote Sensing Drought Monitoring and Predictions Over the Globe. Capacity Building Efforts in Hydrological Modeling for Africa - Workshops about CREST Mode. Capacity Building for Pakistan Hydrometeorologic Hazards. Cloud-Based Cyber-Infrastructure for Disaster Monitoring sand Mitigation Mobile Device Apps for Empowering Citizen Scientists.
£128.25
CRC Press Statistics for Engineering and the Sciences
Book SynopsisPrepare Your Students for Statistical Work in the Real WorldStatistics for Engineering and the Sciences, Sixth Edition is designed for a two-semester introductory course on statistics for students majoring in engineering or any of the physical sciences. This popular text continues to teach students the basic concepts of data description and statistical inference as well as the statistical methods necessary for real-world applications. Students will understand how to collect and analyze data and think critically about the results.New to the Sixth Edition Many new and updated exercises based on contemporary engineering and scientific-related studies and real data More statistical software printouts and corresponding instructions for use that reflect the latest versions of the SAS, SPSS, and MINITAB software Introduction of the case studies at the beginning of each chapter Streamlined materiTrade Review"A salient feature of this book is the clarity with which many statistical concepts have been presented. A very nice blend of theory and applications. It contains a wealth of illustrative examples and problem sets. All the important concepts have been highlighted; real-life data has been extensively used throughout the book. Students will find it very appealing and useful on their way to learning the basic statistical concepts and tools."—Dharam V. Chopra, Wichita State University "I like the problems because they are all based on engineering applications of probability and statistics. I especially like the problems at the end of chapters because students have to think more to solve them. I favor problems that require calculations because engineers are problem solvers." —Charles H. Reilly, University of Central Florida "I think this text is one of the best I have seen when it comes down to real data sets. The authors successfully included small and large real data sets from various real-world problems in engineering, mathematical sciences, and natural sciences."—Edward J. Danial, Morgan State University Table of ContentsIntroduction. Descriptive Statistics. Probability. Discrete Random Variables. Continuous Random Variables. Bivariate Probability Distributions and Sampling Distributions. Estimation Using Confidence Intervals. Tests of Hypotheses. Categorical Data Analysis. Simple Linear Regression. Multiple Regression Analysis. Model Building. Principles of Experimental Design. The Analysis of Variance for Designed Experiments. Nonparametric Statistics. Statistical Process and Quality Control. Product and System Reliability.
£80.74
Taylor & Francis Inc Geoinformatics for Marine and Coastal Management
Book SynopsisGeoinformatics for Marine and Coastal Management provides a timely and valuable assessment of the current state of the art geoinformatics tools and methods for the management of marine systems. This book focuses on the cutting-edge coverage of a wide spectrum of activities and topics such as GIS-based application of drainage basin analysis, contribution of ontology to marine management, geoinformatics in relation to fisheries management, hydrography, indigenous knowledge systems, and marine law enforcement. The authors present a comprehensive overview of the field of Geoinformatic Applications in Marine Management covering key issues and debates with specific case studies illustrating real-world applications of the GIS technology. This box of tools serves as a long-term resource for coastal zone managers, professionals, practitioners, and students alike on the management of oceans and the coastal fringe, promoting the approach of allowing sustainable and inTrade Review"Particular strength of this volume is the ability to demonstrate how the new data and technologies serve the governance and decision-making. As such the book becomes a revealing journey on the boundaries – between land and sea, information technologies and management, remote sensing and crowdsourcing, and still remains relevant to practical needs of fisheries, energy, emergency rescue, law enforcement, hydrography, or vulnerability assessment – serving the overall goal of advancing ecosystem-based management approach." —Andrus Meiner, European Environment Agency, Copenhagen, Denmark"This book is an excellent vision into the geotemporal nature and challenge of marine and coastal systems. The variety of technical, scientific, and management issues are confronted in Geographical Information Science terms and illuminated by instructive examples. And, rather than a litany of individual cases, the chapters portray the integrative character of the marine and coastal environment and the opportunities to apply innovative approaches as well as to use the products of our increasing database in this mileau." — Norbert P. Psuty, Rutgers University, Sandy Hook, New Jersey, USA"This book is a must read for students who want an overview of the range of issues to be considered in coastal management and how geoinformatic tools contribute to such management. The book is also very relevant for those active in the field who require to be updated on the latest developments and trends in relation to how we manage our coasts and oceans." — Ned Dwyer, EurOcean - the European Centre for Information on Marine Science and Technology, Lisbon, Portugal"Geoinformatics for Marine and Coastal Management presents an insightful and skilful interweaving of the old with the new, of the familiar with the frontier (e.g., GIS expanded to ICT and geoinformatics). There is also a fluid interweaving of academic, government, NGO, and industry perspectives. These characteristics make for essential reading by coastal managers and policy-makers navigating the challenging waters of the 21st century. As such, the book will be an especially useful guide in implementing the UN’s sustainable development goals 2030, in particular SDG 14. And don’t miss the hidden gem that is the book’s foreword by Bruce McCormack." —Dawn J. Wright, ESRI, Redlands, California, USA"… a welcome addition to the published literature focusing on coastal geomatics and development of coastal and marine information tools and their application from authors with global experience. Researchers and practitioners of coastal systems management offer valuable practical contributions on the latest technologies in the areas of coastal mapping, remote sensing, marine and coastal ecosystem analysis and a wide range of geoinformatics applications, including infrastructure and fisheries management, hydrography, navigation and security. Equally welcome are chapters covering non-technical information management issues including data interoperability, the role of volunteered geographic information (VGI) in the marine/coastal world, accessing indigenous knowledge and spatial analysis applied to coastal vulnerability and the Arctic. Each of the 16 chapters is clearly written and accessible to readers of all levels, well-illustrated, with extensive references, and offers practical information to assist educators, researchers and most importantly coastal and marine information managers in applying geomatics to the wide range of issues faced daily in their difficult jobs." —Roger Longhorn, GSDI Association, Bruges, Belgium"We are used to boundaries, and when they do not exist we create them. One such boundary is the land water boundary which extends into the realm of remote sensing and GIS. Thus we have land remote sensing as opposed to water resources and oceanography. Our land based surveyors look for stable ‘monuments’ as ground control points, but then how do you create them in the oceans? This book is an attempt to break down these barriers and look at the oceans as an integral part of a total ecosystem of the earth and its people. The water land interface which comprises the coastal areas are the first to experience the results of thoughtless anthropogenic development. The ocean is not impenetrable. It has a bed which contains treasures hitherto not explored. The book explores applications of both Remote sensing and GIS and illustrates that these technologies take on a total different character here. Nowhere is sustainability more important than in these areas. Lastly, the oceans themselves provide navigation, sustenance and influence the weather which impacts human activities on ground as well as at sea. The book covers the importance of ICT in providing the wherewithal to handle data coming from the survey of the coastal areas and oceans with illustrative examples." —Arup Dasgupta, Geospatial Media and Communications, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, IndiaTable of ContentsForeword. Preface. Editors. Contributors. Geoinformatics for Applied Coastal and Marine Management. Mapping the Seabed. A GIS-Based Application of Drainage Basin Analysis and Geomorphometry in the Submarine Environment: The Gollum Canyon System, Northeast Atlantic. Recent Developments in Remote Sensing for Coastal and Marine Applications. Current and Future Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Trends in Coastal and Marine Management. Ontologies and Their Contribution to Marine and Coastal Geoinformatics Interoperability. Applied Marine Management with Volunteered Geographic Information. Geoinformatic Applications in Marine Management. Navigating a Sea of Data: Geoinformatics for Law Enforcement at Sea. Geospatial Technologies and Indigenous Knowledge Systems. Spatial Information and Ecosystem-Based Management in the Marine Arctic. Geospatial Technologies for Siting Coastal and Marine Renewable Infrastructures. Geoinformatics for Fisheries Management. Geoinformatics in Hydrography and Marine Navigation. The Use of Geoinformatics by the Irish Naval Service in Maritime Emergency and Security Response. Spatial Analysis for Coastal Vulnerability Assessment. Index.
£147.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Science Information and Policy Interface for
Book SynopsisThis book provides a timely analysis of the role that informationparticularly scientific informationplays in the policy-making and decision-making processes in coastal and ocean management. It includes contributions from global experts in marine environmental science, marine policy, fisheries, public policy and administration, resource management, risk management, and information management.The book is divided into four sections that provide focused analyses, including An overview of the characteristics of the sciencepolicy interface, including a discussion of the role of scientific information in policy making and an argument that the term sciencepolicy interface is inaccurate due to the existence of many possible interfaces Descriptions of fundamental concepts and principles for understanding the role of information in effective integrated coastal and ocean management National and international case studies that illustrate key factors in successfuTrade Review"This volume will be of great use to the growing numbers of ocean practitioners from all sectors, dedicated to improving the health and sustainability of our oceans, for generations to come."—Michael H. Depledge, University of Exeter Medical School, from the Foreword "Although there is international acceptance of the need for integrated coastal and ocean management (ICOM), this book demonstrates that increased scientific understanding of these environments does not necessarily lead to better policy making. This book is unique in that it examines the diversity of actors and factors bridging the science–policy interface, such as the inclusion of both gray and primary literature, different forms of knowledge, information brokers, boundary organizations, different levels of decision makers, governance structures, and politics."—Nick Harvey, University of Adelaide "Global coastal systems are among the dynamic and complex environments humans engage. This volume takes on a rare and broad-ranging view of how science and information can be used to more effectively and sustainably manage these essential places. It is a welcome contribution to the literature during a period of great social vulnerability to global environmental change. The authors lucidly articulate contextual and conceptual frameworks to better understand the science–policy interface in the early pages of the book. Then, to expand and solidify the value of the book, they build a series of case-based analyses for clarity of argument. This volume is of great value to those working at the science–policy interface generally and the coastal systems change in particular."—Robert E. Bowen, University of Massachusetts "This book will be useful to all major groups in the policy-making process, including senior policy makers and decision makers, policy advisors, resource managers, information managers, scientists and other practitioners in coastal and ocean management. The authors have wisely dedicated this book to the new generation of professionals involved in the challenging task of managing our coastal and ocean spaces for future generations. It adds substantially to the growing body of research literature on the science–policy interface and I recommend this important volume to the new generation of ‘information brokers’ who occupy the space between science and policy and build bridges of communication and understanding."—Lawrence Hildebrand, World Maritime University "This book is a must-read for both practitioners and scholars of science–policy interaction in ocean politics, and will also be a useful reference point beyond this domain for the entire field of global environmental governance."—Frank Biermann, Utrecht University and Earth System Governance Project "This book addresses how to communicate scientific information to policy makers so that it can be used most effectively in decision making and ultimately to improve the sustainability of human activities in the ocean. The theme, Integrated Coastal and Ocean Management (ICOM), encapsulates the broader systems-based approach that is required to solve the complex problems faced in the oceans today that derive from multiple stressors and may involve many sectors. As a scientist who has often worked on the interface of knowledge and policy I found I recognized many of the themes picked up in this book. It is a tremendously valuable contribution to advancing sustainable management and conservation of the ocean and will be of use to marine scientists, students who have an interest in applying their work and knowledge to real problems, and to the governance and NGO community, whether they wish to make better use of science in policy development or whether they want to get others to make use of such information."—Alex David Rogers, University of Oxford "Is the book worth reading? I certainly think so. The case studies are interesting and illustrate theoretical concepts put forward in the book quite well. Researchers looking for inspiration will find this book invaluable. The book will be equally interesting for decision makers."—Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management, January 2017 Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION. Introduction. Understanding the Science–Policy Interface in Integrated Coastal and Ocean Management. FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS AND PRINCIPLES. Exploring the Role of Science in Coastal and Ocean Management: A Review. Science Information and Global Ocean Governance. Risk Refined at the Science–Policy Interface: The International Risk Governance Framework Applied to Different Classes of Coastal Zone Risks. Governing the Marine Environment through Information: Fisheries, Shipping and Tourism. Inducing Better Stakeholder Searches for Environmental Information Relevant to Coastal Conservation. When Scientific Uncertainty Is in the Eye of the Beholder: Using Network Analysis to Understand the Building of Trust in Science. Designing Usable Environmental Research. The Balancing Act of Science in Public Policy. Measuring Awareness, Use, and Influence of Information—Where Theory Meets Practice. CASE STUDIES. What Do Users Want from a State of the Environment Report? A Case Study of Awareness and Use of Canada’s State of the Scotian Shelf Report. The Environmental Effects of Ocean Shipping and the Science–Policy Interface. Just Evidence: Opening Health Knowledge to a Parliament of Evidence. Information Matters—The Influence of the Atlantic Coastal Zone Information Steering Committee on Integrated Coastal and Ocean Management in Atlantic Canada. A Career-Based Perspective of Science–Policy Linkages in Environment Canada: The Role of Information in Managing Human Activities in Our Ocean Spaces. Bridging the Science–Policy Divide to Promote Fisheries Knowledge for All: The Case of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Informing and Improving Fisheries Management Outcomes: An Atlantic Canadian Large Pelagics Case Study by the Ecology Action Centre. THE WAY FORWARD. Does Information Matter in ICOM? Critical Issues and the Path Forward.
£142.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Aqueous Polymeric Coatings for Pharmaceutical
Book SynopsisAqueous-based film coating has become routine in the pharmaceutical industry. This process eliminates the use of organic solvents and thus avoids economic, environmental, and toxicological issues related to residual solvents and solvent recovery. Aqueous-based coating, however, is complex and many variables may impact the final product and its performance. This fourth edition of Aqueous Polymeric Coatings for Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms aims to provide insight into the factors and parameters that should be considered and controlled for the successful development and commercialization of a coated product. The fourth edition has been revised and expanded to reflect the most recent scientific advancements from the literature. The contributing authors explain in detail, using illustrated examples, appropriate steps to solve and ideally avoid formulation, processing, and stability problems and to achieve an optimized dosage form. Trade names and chemical names of comTable of ContentsAqueous-based polymeric coating. Pseudolatex dispersions for controlled drug delivery. Processing and equipment considerations for aqueous-based coatings. Mechanical properties of polymeric films prepared from aqueous dispersions. Defects in aqueous film coated solid oral dosage form. Adhesion of polymeric films. Influence of insoluble additives on the properties of polymeric coating systems. Process and formulation factors affecting drug release from pellets coated with ethylcellulose pseudolatex Aquacoat. Chemistry and application properties of polymethacrylate systems. Application of HPMC and HPMCAS to aqueous film coating of pharmaceutical dosage forms. The applications of formulated systems for aqueous film coating of pharmaceutical solid oral dosage forms. *Substrate considerations when developing an aqueous film coated solid oral dosage form. Polymer interactions with drugs and excipients. Physical aging of polymers and it effect on the stability of solid oral dosage forms.
£166.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Fundamentals of Water Finance
Book SynopsisThis book addresses ways to provide the highest quality water services at the lowest possible cost, and examines the major finance issues that system managers face. It deals with grants, loans, municipal bonds, tariffs/rates and subsidies, as well as the major government finance programs offered by the Department of Agriculture and the EPA. It also provides managers with the tools to devise innovative financial strategies to make their systems much more efficient. This fully revised edition presents an easy-to-read guide for understanding the myriad options available for financing water and wastewater projects and how to evaluate the most appropriate options.Trade Review"Fundamentals of Water Finance comes at just the right time as sector leaders struggle with how to provide the ratepayer with the most value for their dollar both through the traditional bond market and innovative ways to leverage existing and develop new financing opportunities to spur innovation and technological advances in the water sector. I have always been a fan of Michael Curley’s work and this book is a sterling example of why I will continue to be one. It is my pleasure to recommend this book to anyone in the water industry seeking to learn more about water project finance." —Adam Krantz, National Association of Clean Water Agencies, Washington, DC, USA"Michael Curley is one of the nation’s leading experts on environmental finance and a nimble, creative thinker who argues, forcefully, for a refocusing on the premier challenges to water quality in the 21st century: nonpoint source pollution or unregulated runoff from farms and everything else human beings do across the landscape." —Tracy Mehan, American Water Works Association, Denver, Colorado, USA"As we confront today the costly, critical challenge of repairing water lines, treatment plants, and related facilities, as well as of addressing serious, ongoing problems associated with non-point source pollution, Michael Curley does the country a great service explaining options, choices, and new approaches in his timely, well-written primer on financing the infrastructure needed to provide Americans the clean water essential for life and so many other purposes." — William K. Reilly, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1989-93, Washington, DC, USATable of ContentsFinancial Mechanics. Types of Debt. Accounting & Disclosure. Subsidies & Affordability. Tariffs (Rates). Impacts of Conservation. Municipal Bonds. Rating Agencies. Regulation. Municipal Bond Insurance. Other Credit Enhancement Strategies. Government Programs. Public/Private Partnerships (PPPs). Commercial Banks. Hidden and Not-So-Hidden Costs. Professional Associations. Sources of Good Financial Information. Coming Trends.
£82.64
Taylor & Francis Inc Differential Equations
Book SynopsisDifferential Equations: Theory, Technique, and Practice with Boundary Value Problems presents classical ideas and cutting-edge techniques for a contemporary, undergraduate-level, one- or two-semester course on ordinary differential equations. Authored by a widely respected researcher and teacher, the text covers standard topics such as partial differential equations (PDEs), boundary value problems, numerical methods, and dynamical systems. Lively historical notes and mathematical nuggets of information enrich the reading experience by offering perspective on the lives of significant contributors to the discipline. Anatomy of an Application sections highlight applications from engineering, physics, and applied science. Problems for review and discovery provide students with open-ended material for further exploration and learning. Streamlined for the interests of engineers, this version:Includes new coverage of Sturm-Liouville theory and problemsTrade ReviewPraise for Differential Equations: Theory, Technique, and Practice, Second Edition "Krantz is a very prolific writer. He … creates excellent examples and problem sets."—Albert Boggess, Professor and Director of the School of Mathematics and Statistical Sciences, Arizona State University, Tempe, USA A first course in differential equations lends itself to the introduction of many interesting applications of mathematics. In this well-written text, Krantz (mathematics, Washington Univ. in St. Louis) emphasizes the differential equations needed to succeed as an engineer. This work is similar to Krantz and Simmons’s Differential Equations: Theory, Technique, and Practice (2007), yet the current work adds the necessary exposure to Sturm-Liouville problems and boundary value problems for the intended engineering audience. This enables the reader access to the all-important introduction to the partial differential equations; namely, the heat and wave equations, as well as the Dirichlet problem. This text has two features that differentiate it from all others on the market at this level: the sections entitled, “Anatomy of an Application” and “Problems for Review and Discovery.” The former analyzes a particular application, while the latter introduces open-ended material for further student exploration. These features will serve students well in their pursuit of garnishing the applied fruits of the subject. This text sets a new standard for the modern undergraduate course in differential equations.--J. T. Zerger, Catawba College Table of ContentsWhat Is a Differential Equation? Second-Order Linear Equations. Power Series Solutions and Special Functions. Numerical Methods. Fourier Series: Basic Concepts. Sturm–Liouville Problems and Boundary Value Problems. Partial Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems. Laplace Transforms. Systems of First-Order Equations. The Nonlinear Theory. Appendix: Review of Linear Algebra.
£104.50
Taylor & Francis Inc AluminumLithium Alloys
Book SynopsisAluminumâLithium Alloys: Process Metallurgy, Physical Metallurgy, and Welding provides theoretical foundations of the technological processes for melting, casting, forming, heat treatment, and welding of AlâLi alloys. It contains a critical survey of the research in the field and presents data on commercial AlâLi alloys, their phase composition, microstructure, and heat treatment of the ingots, sheets, forgings, and welds of AlâLi alloys. It details oxidation kinetics, protective alloying, hydrogen in AlâLi alloys, and crack susceptibility. It also discusses grain structure and solidification, as well as structural and mechanical properties. The book is illustrated with examples of AlâLi alloy applications in aircraft structures. Based on the vast experience of the coauthors, the book presents recommendations on solving practical problems involved with melting and casting ingots, welding of AlâLi alloys, and producing massive stampings for welded products.Provides compTrade Review"… gives a comprehensive and detailed overview about metallurgical details that are not so often shown in such books." — Matthias Knuewer, Airbus Operations GmbH, Bremen, Germany"The authors have done a stupendous job in bridging the knowledge gap in theoretical understanding of the AL-Li processes with the actual industry practices. The reader will find the treatment of molten metal quality control and its tie in with casting practice recipes to be of fundamental value. The book will become a desk reference for those metallurgists involved in the manufacturing of aerospace grade aluminum lithium alloys as well as a course book for students of aluminum cast house Technology for reactive alloys." —Ravi Tilak, Almex USA, Inc., Buena Park, California, USA"This ‘troika’ of authors has pulled together 265 references, mainly from Russian technical sources, and summarized the vast literature in eight concise and readable chapters, detailing not only the theoretical basis of Al-Li alloying but all the practical aspects of their production and fabrication." —Light Metal Age, December 2016Table of ContentsBrief History of Aluminum–Lithium Alloy Creation. Theoretical Basis of Aluminum–Lithium Alloying with Controlled Lithium Content and Metallic and Nonmetallic Impurities. Hydrogen in Aluminum–Lithium Alloys. Crack Susceptibility and Peculiarities of Casting Aluminum–Lithium Alloy Billets. Aluminum–Lithium Alloy Grain Structure Solidification Conditions and Peculiarities. Excess Hetero-Phasicity in 1420 Alloy Billets and Its Hereditary Influence on the Structure, Properties, and Weldability of Semifinished Products. Structure, Mechanical Properties, and Weldability of Alloy 1420 Die Forgings of Complicated Configuration versus Initial Slab Structure and Pressure Forming Modes. Aluminum–Lithium Alloy Welding Process Features.
£237.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Chemical Energy from Natural and Synthetic Gas
Book SynopsisCommercial development of energy from renewables and nuclear is critical to long-term industry and environmental goals. However, it will take time for them to economically compete with existing fossil fuel energy resources and their infrastructures. Gas fuels play an important role during and beyond this transition away from fossil fuel dominance to a balanced approach to fossil, nuclear, and renewable energies. Chemical Energy from Natural and Synthetic Gas illustrates this point by examining the many roles of natural and synthetic gas in the energy and fuel industry, addressing it as both a transition and end game fuel. The book describes various types of gaseous fuels and how are they are recovered, purified, and converted to liquid fuels and electricity generation and used for other static and mobile applications. It emphasizes methane, syngas, and hydrogen as fuels, although other volatile hydrocarbons are considered. It also covers storage and transportation infrastructTrade Review"Considering the importance of natural and synthetic gas in the current and future energy scenario, this book will be an important addition in this area. While books on some aspects of production and use of natural and synthetic gas are available, there is no book which covers all the aspects that are included in this book."—Deepak Kunzru, Ahmedabad University, India"If you have a focused interest in the field of utilization and chemical transformation of natural and/or synthetic gas, this is one book you cannot live without. Two thumbs up!"—Sunggyu Lee, Ohio University, USA"This will be a first of its kind book which provides information on natural gas as well as synthesis gas. As the world is moving towards cleaner fuels, the use of natural gas and synthesis gas is going to increase rapidly. The book can serve as a knowledge base for students or researchers interested or working in this area."—Sandeep Kumar, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, USATable of ContentsIntroduction. Natural Gas. Synthesis Gas by Thermal Gasification. Biogas and Biohydrogen Production by Anaerobic Digestion. Hydrothermal Gasification. Gas Reforming. Gas Processing, Purification, and Upgrading. Gas Storage and Transport Infrastructure. Natural and Synthetic Gas for Productions of Liquid Fuels and Their Additives. Gas for Heat, Electricity, and Mobile Applications.
£128.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Biobased Wood Adhesives
Book SynopsisAdhesive bonding plays an increasing role in the forest product industry and is a key factor for efficiently utilizing timber and other lignocellulosic resources. As synthetic wood adhesives are mostly derived from depleting petrochemical resources and have caused increasing environmental concern, natural product and byproduct-derived adhesives have attracted much attention in the last decades. Although adhesives made from plant and animal sources have been in existence since ancient times, increased knowledge of their chemistry and improved technical formulation of their preparation are still needed to promote their broader industrial applications. The primary goals of this book are to (1) synthesize the fundamental knowledge and latest research on bio-based adhesives from a remarkable range of natural products and byproducts, (2) identify need areas and provide directions of future bio-based adhesive research, and (3) help integrating research findings in practical adhesive applicTable of ContentsPreface. About the editor. Protein-based Wood Adhesives: Current Trends of Preparation and Application. Adhesion properties of soy protein subunits and protein adhesive modification. Modification of soy-based adhesives to enhance the bonding performance. Canola protein and oil-based wood adhesives. Wood adhesives containing proteins and carbohydrates. Preparation and utilization of water washed cottonseed meal as wood adhesives. Comparative evaluation of rice bran- and corn starch-modified urea formaldehyde adhesives on improvements of environmental performance of agro-based composites. Tannins for wood adhesives, foams and composites. Utilization of citric acid in wood bonding. Synthesis of polymers from liquefied biomass and their utilization in wood bonding. Preparation, properties, and bonding utilization of pyrolysis bio-oil. Application of the rosin from White Pitch (Protium heptaphyllum) for use as wood adhesive. Effects of rheology and viscosity of biobased adhesives on bonding performance. Effects of nano-materials on different properties of wood-composite materials. Bio-based wood adhesives research: advances and outlooks. Index.
£185.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Imaging in Photodynamic Therapy
Book SynopsisThis book covers the broad field of cellular, molecular, preclinical, and clinical imaging either associated with or combined with photodynamic therapy (PDT). It showcases how this approach is used clinically for cancer, infections, and diseases characterized by unwanted tissue such as atherosclerosis or blindness. Because the photosensitizers are also fluorescent, the book also addresses various imaging systems such as confocal microscopy and small animal imaging systems, and highlights how they have been used to follow and optimize treatment, and to answer important mechanistic questions. Chapters also discuss how imaging has made important contributions to clinical outcomes in skin, bladder, and brain cancers, as well as in the development of theranostic agents for detection and treatment of disease. This book provides a resource for physicians and research scientists in cell biology, microscopy, optics, molecular imaging, oncology, and drug discovery.Trade Review"The editors have skillfully compiled a wide and comprehensive spectrum from contributors around the world on up-to-date imaging technologies for photodynamic therapy (PDT), with a wealth of clinical images." –Optics & Photonics News"The editors have skillfully compiled a wide and comprehensive spectrum from contributors around the world on up-to-date imaging technologies for photodynamic therapy (PDT), with a wealth of clinical images." –Optics & Photonics NewsTable of ContentsINTRODUCTION. Looking out the optical window: Physical principles and instrumentation of imaging in photodynamic therapy. Photochemistry and photophysics of PDT and photosensitizers. IN VITRO MICROSCOPY FOR PHOTOSENSITIZER LOCALIZATION IN CELLS. Phthalocyanines in photodynamic therapy. Singlet oxygen luminescence imaging: A prospective tool in bioscience? Microbial biofilms and antimicrobial photodynamic therapy. High-content imaging for photosensitizer screening. IN VITRO MICROSCOPY OF CELL DAMAGE AND DEATH PROCESSES AFTER PDT. Enhanced efficacy of photodynamic therapy via an iron–lysosome–mitochondria connection: Studies with phthalocyanine 4. Role of cell death pathways in response to photodynamic therapy in gliomas. In search of specific PDT photosensitizers: Subcellular localization and cell death pathways. THERANOSTIC AGENTS AND NANOTECHNOLOGY. Quantum dots in PDT. Tetrapyrrole-based theranostic combinations of photodynamic action and magnetic resonance imaging. Theranostic applications of photodynamic molecular beacons. Tumor-specific imaging and photodynamic therapy targeting the urokinase receptor. SMALL ANIMAL IMAGING. Vascular imaging in photodynamic therapy. Photosensitizer activity imaging on the microscopic scale. Bioluminescence imaging for monitoring the effectiveness of photodynamic therapy for infections in animal models. CLINICAL IMAGING. Imaging of photosensitizers in skin. Brain tumor imaging with ALA. PDT of non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer with Hexylester Aminolevulinate: Optimization of the illumination wavelengths by fluorescence spectroscopy and imaging. Endoscopic imaging and photodynamic therapy. Spectroscopic imaging in prostate PDT. Fluorescent-guided resection in clinical oncology.
£285.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Groundwater Assessment Modeling and Management
Book Synopsis Your Guide to Effective Groundwater ManagementGroundwater Assessment, Modeling, and Management discusses a variety of groundwater problems and outlines the solutions needed to sustain surface and ground water resources on a global scale. Contributors from around the world lend their expertise and provide an international perspective on groundwater management. They address the management of groundwater resources and pollution, waste water treatment methods, and the impact of climate change on groundwater and water availability (specifically in arid and semi-arid regions such as India and Africa). Incorporating management with science and modeling, the book covers all areas of groundwater resource assessment, modeling, and management, and combines hands-on applications with relevant theory. For Water Resource Managers and Decision MakersThe book describes techniques for the assessment of grTrade Review"…The ultimate message of the book is ‘groundwater modeling’ as the core issue of management. But to be successful predictive tools the models need to be built on the foundation of sound hydrogeological information. It is a dynamic, complex process evolving through time taking into account all the factors, local and regional, influencing the groundwater regime and management strategies. This book, I am sure, will enormously benefit the hydrogeological community. Editors, M. Thangarajan and V.P.Singh should be complimented for this wonderful publication, no doubt an academic excellence."—Journal of Geological Society of India, May 2017 Issue Table of ContentsGROUNDWATER RESOURCES AND ASSESSMENT. EXPLORATION. FLOW MODELING. TRANSPORT MODELING. POLLUTION AND REMEDIATION. MANAGEMENT OF WATER RESOURCES AND THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON GROUNDWATER.
£209.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Surface Phenomena in the Structural and
Book SynopsisSurface Phenomena in the Structural and Mechanical Behaviour of Solid Polymers explores the role of various surface phenomena in the structural and mechanical behaviour of amorphous and semicrystalline polymers. This book: Discusses the development of the interfacial surface in the deformation of polymers Examines the healing of interfacial surfaces in polymers Inspects the structure and properties of polymers in thin films and surface layers Evaluates the mechanism of inelastic deformation in glassy amorphous polymers Investigates strain softening and the phenomena taking place upon deformation of polymers in active liquid media Covers the Rehbinder effect, or the adsorption reduction of the strength of solids Describes the properties of polymers in environmental or solvent crazing Analyses the interaction of the highly developed surface of crazed polymers with diverse low- and high-molecular masTable of ContentsDevelopment of the interfacial surface in deformation of polymers. Healing of the interfacial surface in polymer systems. Special features of the structure and properties of surface layers and thin (nanometric) films of glassy polymers. Role of surface phenomena in shear yielding of glassy polymers. Role of surface phenomena in strain softening of glassy and crystalline polymers. Role of surface phenomena in deformation of polymers in active liquid media. The structure and properties of crazed polymers. Multiphase nanodispersed systems based on crazed polymers. Instability and self-organisation of polymer surfaces. Evaluation of the structural and mechanical properties of nanometric surface layers. Natural systems constructed on the basis of the ‘a rigid coating on a soft substratum’ principle. Perspectives for the practical application of surface phenomena in solid polymers.
£175.75
Taylor & Francis Inc Semiconductor Devices in Harsh Conditions
Book SynopsisThis book introduces the reader to a number of challenges for the operation of electronic devices in various harsh environmental conditions. While some chapters focus on measuring and understanding the effects of these environments on electronic components, many also propose design solutions, whether in choice of material, innovative structures, or strategies for amelioration and repair. Many applications need electronics designed to operate in harsh environments. Readers will find, in this collection of topics, tools and ideas useful in their own pursuits and of interest to their intellectual curiosity.With a focus on radiation, operating conditions, sensor systems, package, and system design, the book is divided into three parts. The first part deals with sensing devices designed for operating in the presence of radiation, commercials of the shelf (COTS) products for space computing, and influences of single event upset. The second covers system and package design for harshTrade Review"Engineers are developing electronic systems for applications in environments significantly more taxing than those seen in classical computing applications. This book exposes engineers to the range of challenges faced and fosters an understanding of the approaches useful to succeed in those taxing application environments. It has an outstanding overview of the challenges to design electronic systems to operate in the presence of hazards in extreme environments."—Klaus Schuegraf, Cymer, San Diego, California, USATable of ContentsSection I Radiation. Commercial Off-the-Shelf Components in Space Applications. Soft Errors in Digital Circuits Subjected to Natural Radiation: Characterisation, Modelling and Simulation Issues. Simulation of Single-Event Effects on Fully Depleted Siliconon-Insulator (FDSOI) CMOS. Section II Sensors and Operating Conditions. Electronic Sensors for the Detection of Ovarian Cancer. Sensors and Sensor Systems for Harsh Environment Applications. III-Nitride Electronic Devices for Harsh Environments. Section III Packaging and System Design. Packaging for Systems in Harsh Environments. Corrosion Resistance of Lead-Free Solders under Environmental Stress. From Deep Submicron Degradation Effects to Harsh Operating Environments: A Self-Healing Calibration Methodology for Performance and Reliability Enhancement. Role of Diffusional Interfacial Sliding during Temperature Cycling and Electromigration-Induced Motion of Copper Through Silicon Via.
£104.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Introduction to Smart eHealth and eCare
Book SynopsisBoth the demographics and lack of resources in the health and well-being industry are increasingly forcing us to find alternative solutions for individualized health and social care. In an effort to address this issue, smart technologies present enormous potential in solving this challenge. This book strives to enhance communication and collaboration between technology and health and social care sectors. The reader will receive an extensive overview of the possibilities of various technologies in care sectors (including ICT, electronics, automation, and sensor technology) written by experts from various countries. It will prove extremely useful for engineers developing well-being related systems, software, or other devices that can be used by professionals working with people with specialist needs, well-being and health service providers, educators teaching related courses, and upper level undergraduate students and graduate student studying related topics. The technology focus of tTable of ContentsSection I: Opportunities and Barriers of Smart Technology in Care. Smart eHealth and eCare Technology: What is that? Drivers and Trends in Technology Deployment in Care Services. Approaches to Smart Technology Deployment in Care. IP Strategies in eHealth and eCare Sectors. Section II: ICT -Based Platforms and Technology Examples. Introduction to ICT-Based Service Platforms and Patient Record Systems. Data Acquisition, Validation, and Processing in Smart Home Environments. Machine Vision in Smart Health and Social Care. The Possibilities and Challenges of RFID-Based Passive Wireless Components in Healthcare Applications. Acoustic-Based Technologies for Ambient Assisted Living. Section III: Case Studies and Field Trials. Information and Communication Technology Support for Stroke Care: The Relevance Dilemma. INCA Software as a Service: Sustainably Delivering Cloud-Based Integrated Care. Computerized Systems for Remote Pain Monitoring: A Case Study of Ambulatory Postoperative Patients. Simple Rehabilitation Games for Special User Groups. Home.com: Living in a Digital Environment.
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Robotic Assistive Technologies
Book SynopsisThis book contains a comprehensive overview of all current uses of robots in rehabilitation. The underlying principles in each application are provided. This is followed by a critical review of the technology available, of the utilization protocols, and of user studies, outcomes, and clinical evidence, if existing. Ethical and social implications of robot use are also discussed. The reader will have an in depth view of rehabilitation robots, from principles to practice.Table of ContentsFundamentals of Robot Application, Human Robot Interaction, Robotic Systems to Support Manipulation, Robotic Prosthesis, Robotic Systems to Support Mobility, Robots for Rehabilitation Therapy, Exoskeletons, Robotic Systems to Promote Cognitive Development, Social Robotics-Children with ASD, Social Robotics - Elderly, Personal Assistant Robots, Ethical adn Social Implications.
£123.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Mobile Ad Hoc Networks
Book SynopsisIn recent years, a lot of work has been done in an effort to incorporate Swarm Intelligence (SI) techniques in building an adaptive routing protocol for Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs). Since centralized approach for routing in MANETs generally lacks in scalability and fault-tolerance, SI techniques provide a natural solution through a distributed approach for the adaptive routing for MANETs. In SI techniques, the captivating features of insects or mammals are correlated with the real world problems to find solutions. Recently, several applications of bio-inspired and nature-inspired algorithms in telecommunications and computer networks have achieved remarkable success. The main aims/objectives of this book, Mobile Ad Hoc Networks: Bio-Inspired Quality of Service Aware Routing Protocols, are twofold; firstly it clearly distinguishes between principles of traditional routing protocols and SI based routing protocols, while explaining in detail the analogy between MANETs and SITable of ContentsIntroduction. Swarm Intelligence Techniques. SI Solutions to Routing in MANETs. SI Solutions to QoS in MANETs. SI Solutions to Security Issues in MANETs. Conclusions and Future Directions. Appendix. References.
£147.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Office Ergonomics
Book SynopsisOffice ergonomics whether we realize it or not directly or indirectly affects every one of us. It is the study of the work we do, the environment we work in, and the tools we use to successfully perform our jobs. Office ergonomics helps us be comfortable and safe at work, which reduces the risk of injury, lowers stress, increases personal engagement, and raises overall work performance. This book embraces and addresses the new reality of the traditional office' work, which is ever changing and evolving, and offers tactical recommendations on how to make non-traditional office settings more comfortable.This book suggests how to Set up the office, wherever that may be at a company site, at home, at a corner café, on a commuter train Interact with colleagues Organize and pace work Select and arrange equipment and furniture Maintain the physical climate lighting, sound, heatingTable of ContentsA Few First Words. Ergonomics Applied to Offices. Relating with People in the Office. Office Design. Chairs and other Furniture. Keyboarding and other Manual Tasks. Feeling Good at Work. Seeing and Lighting. Hearing and Sound. Office Climate. Just a Few Last Words.
£109.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Oceanography and Marine Biology
Book SynopsisEver-increasing interest in oceanography and marine biology and their relevance to global environmental issues create a demand for authoritative reviews summarizing the results of recent research. Oceanography and Marine Biology: An Annual Review has catered to this demand since its founding by the late Harold Barnes more than 50 years ago. Its objectives are to consider, annually, the basic areas of marine research, returning to them when appropriate in future volumes; to deal with subjects of special and topical importance; and to add new subjects as they arise.The favourable reception and complimentary reviews accorded to all the volumes shows that the series is fulfilling a very real need. Volume 54 follows closely the objectives and style of the earlier volumes, continuing to regard the marine scienceswith all their various aspectsas a unity. Physical, chemical, and biological aspects of marine science are dealt with by experts actively engaged in these fields. Trade ReviewThis textbook provides a comprehensive review of the fields of oceanography and marine biology. While the authors go into great detail to explain the subjects in each chapter, thelanguage is straightforward and is adequately suitable for students at an undergraduate level and above. Each chapter presents a unique consideration for those studying the fields of oceanography and marine biology… Portions of the book may be helpful to those natural product chemists studying specific organisms (phytoplankton) or sites (SE Australia). Melissa M. Galey & Laura M. Sanchez, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, US, in J. Nat. Prod. 2017, 80, 2591−2592Table of ContentsBenthic barcoding/metagenomics. The contrasting ecology of macrotidal and microtidal estuaries. The role of habitat complexity and association for demersal marine fish. Biodiversity and urbanisation: consequences of adaption to climate change. Ecophysiological threats to coral communities. Ecological impacts of marine tailings placement.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Biomaterial Mechanics
Book SynopsisThis book describes the fundamental knowledge of mechanics and its application to biomaterials. An overview of computer modeling in biomaterials is offered and multiple fields where biomaterials are used are reviewed with emphasis to the importance of the mechanical properties of biomaterials. The reader will obtain a better understanding of the current techniques to synthesize, characterize and integrate biomaterials into the human body.Trade Review"This is a comprehensive, yet easily understood, book on biomaterial mechanics. Fundamental equations and their corresponding descriptions provide a great background for one to quickly grasp key concepts. Well done, a quality and educational read."— Kevin L. Ong, Exponent, Inc, USATable of ContentsOverview of Mechanical Behavior of Materials. Overview of Nonlinear Solid Mechanics. Introduction to Mechanics of Biomaterials. Biomaterials in Devices. Biomaterials in 3D printing. Cell Constituents as a Biomaterial. Biomaterials in Tissue Engineering. Biomaterials in/for Cancer Research. Nanobiomaterials.Multiscale Biomaterial Mechanics. Biomolecular Modeling in Biomaterials. Finite Element Analysis in Biomaterials. Biomaterial Perspectives
£166.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Airborne Occupational Hazards in Sewer Systems
Book SynopsisSewer systems fall into the category out of sight, out of mind they seldom excite interest. But when things go wrong with the air in the sewer system, they go very wrong. Consequences can be dramatic and devastating: sewer workers killed instantly by poisonous gas when they lift a sewer lid, or entire suburban blocks levelled by explosions. This book describes the atmospheric dangers commonly found in the sewer system. It provides easily-understood explanations of the science behind the hazards, combined with real-life examples of when things went dramatically wrong.Trade Review"Science and history (embodied in several case studies) are well paired in Airborne Occupational Hazards in Sewer Systems –and that makes for a very compelling volume for both experts who need to understand and assess the manner in which utilities such as sewers can spread both disaster and disease and historians who need to more fully comprehend the technical background of past tragedies that have had major social implications." — John Grabowski, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA"Accidents and accumulative injuries are unfortunately not uncommon when working in sewers, and there is hence a great need to educate the involved personnel. A major obstacle in this respect has been a lack of readily accessible information. The book Airborne Occupational Hazards in Sewer Systems is a very significant contribution in this respect and a great step forward in ensuring the health of people working in all parts of the sewerage system. The book is an excellent text book and also suited for self-study." — Jes Vollertsen, Aalborg University, Denmark"This fine book by Amy Forsgren and Kristina Brinck is a single-source compendium of information on the hazards of municipal sewage and covers both infectious agents and chemicals. The authors place appropriate emphasis on the signature chemical hazard of hydrogen sulfide, also known as "sewer gas", and the potential for lethal exposure in confined spaces, which often occur as multiple deaths due to ill-fated rescue attempts without self-contained breathing apparatus. This book will be useful to public health professionals and invaluable to civil engineers designing municipal sewerage. It may well save a life." — Tee Guidotti, Editor-in-Chief, Archives of Environmental and Occupational HealthTable of ContentsIntroduction; Confined spaces; Hydrogen Sulphide,Part 2: Toxicology; Biomarkers for Hydrogen Sulfide Poisoning; Methane and Natural Gas; Methane Case Study: The Abbeystead Explosion; Case Study, Natural Gas: The East Ohio Gas Co. Explosion; Other Vapors or Gases; Biological Hazards; Viral Hepatitis; Leptospirosis/Weill’s Disease; Exercises; Index
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Taylor & Francis Inc Theory of Stabilization for Linear Boundary
Book SynopsisThis book presents a unified algebraic approach to stabilization problems of linear boundary control systems with no assumption on finite-dimensional approximations to the original systems, such as the existence of the associated Riesz basis. A new proof of the stabilization result for linear systems of finite dimension is also presented, leading to an explicit design of the feedback scheme. The problem of output stabilization is discussed, and some interesting results are developed when the observability or the controllability conditions are not satisfied.Table of ContentsPreliminary results - Stabilization of linear systems of finite dimension. Preliminary results: Basic theory of elliptic operators. Stabilization of linear systems of infinite dimension: Static feedback. Stabilization of linear systems of infinite dimension: Dynamic feedback. Stabilization of linear systems with Riesz Bases: Dynamic feedback. Output stabilization: lack of the observability and/or the controllability conditions. Stabilization of a class of linear control systems generating C0- semigroups. A Computational Algorhism for an Infinite-Dimensional Sylvester’s Equation.
£142.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Unconventional Oil and Gas Resources
Book SynopsisAs the shale revolution continues in North America, unconventional resource markets are emerging on every continent. In the next eight to ten years, more than 100,000 wells and one- to two-million hydraulic fracturing stages could be executed, resulting in close to one trillion dollars in industry spending. This growth has prompted professionals experienced in conventional oil and gas exploitation and development to acquire practical knowledge of the unconventional realm.Unconventional Oil and Gas Resources: Exploitation and Development provides a comprehensive understanding of the latest advances in the exploitation and development of unconventional resources. With an emphasis on shale, this book: Addresses all aspects of the exploitation and development process, from data mining and accounting to drilling, completion, stimulation, production, and environmental issues Offers in-depth coverage of sub-surface measurements (geological, geophyTrade Review"This cornerstone-edited volume sets a benchmark for understanding the complexity of unconventional oil and gas resources. The breath of the topics covered and level within each topic have set a high bar for any future book in this space. If you are in this business, you need to have this book. If you are considering this business, you could stumble without this book. It should be required reading at any university with programs in petroleum science. For those that don’t know the two editors, Usman Ahmed and Dr. Nathan Meehan, we are getting a volume that is scrutinized by two top-class industry scientists with vast technology insight who know the topics covered. In my judgment, if you could only have one book on this topic, this is it."—Dr. Raymond Levey, Director, Energy and Geoscience Institute, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, USA "The authors should be commended for carefully and painstakingly assembling this comprehensive collection of background data, methods, and workflows current to the industry with insight into potential areas of ongoing research and investigations (e.g., emerging resource areas, formation evaluation, data analytics, etc.). For the practitioner, this text serves as a valuable reference tool and guide. For the researcher, this text provides insight into current methods and workflows, and aids further investigations into emerging areas of unconventional resources. Finally, this text is an invaluable resource to accompany advanced undergraduate and postgraduate unconventional resources coursework and lectures. Heretofore, a comprehensive unconventional resources text such as this has been unavailable."—Dr. Raymond Johnson, Jr., Senior Lecturer, University of Queensland, and Adjunct Associate Professor, University of Adelaide, Australia "This cornerstone-edited volume sets a benchmark for understanding the complexity of unconventional oil and gas resources. The breath of the topics covered and level within each topic have set a high bar for any future book in this space. If you are in this business, you need to have this book. If you are considering this business, you could stumble without this book. It should be required reading at any university with programs in petroleum science. For those that don’t know the two editors, Usman Ahmed and Dr. Nathan Meehan, we are getting a volume that is scrutinized by two top-class industry scientists with vast technology insight who know the topics covered. In my judgment, if you could only have one book on this topic, this is it."—Dr. Raymond Levey, Director, Energy and Geoscience Institute, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, USA "The authors should be commended for carefully and painstakingly assembling this comprehensive collection of background data, methods, and workflows current to the industry with insight into potential areas of ongoing research and investigations (e.g., emerging resource areas, formation evaluation, data analytics, etc.). For the practitioner, this text serves as a valuable reference tool and guide. For the researcher, this text provides insight into current methods and workflows, and aids further investigations into emerging areas of unconventional resources. Finally, this text is an invaluable resource to accompany advanced undergraduate and postgraduate unconventional resources coursework and lectures. Heretofore, a comprehensive unconventional resources text such as this has been unavailable."—Dr. Raymond Johnson, Jr., Senior Lecturer, University of Queensland, and Adjunct Associate Professor, University of Adelaide, Australia The authors of this book have provided a comprehensive understanding of the latest advances in the exploitation and development of unconventional resources with emphasis on the exploitation and development process, from data mining and accounting to drilling, completion, stimulation, production, and environmental issues. The viewpoints of internationally respected experts and researchers from leading E&P companies and academic institutions are offered, as are potential technologies for unconventional resources development. Unconventional Oil and Gas Resources: Exploitation and Development will be useful to geologists, geophysicists, petrophysicists, geomechanic specialists, and drilling, completion, stimulation, production, and reservoir engineers in the environmentally safe exploitation and development of unconventional resources like shale.—Oil and Gas International, July 2016 Table of ContentsCharacteristics of Unconventional Oil and Gas Resources. The Unconventional Basins and Plays—North America, the Rest of the World, and Emerging Basins. Unconventional Resources Workflow—Exploitation and Development. Seismic Reservoir Characterization Applications for Unconventional Resources. Pilot Projects in Unconventional Resources Development. Formation Evaluation and Reservoir Characterization of Source Rock Reservoirs. Role of Geomechanical Engineering in Unconventional Resources Developments. Laboratory Tests and Considerations to Complement the Overall Reservoir Understanding. Reservoir Engineering Aspects of Unconventional Oil and Gas. The Art of Data Mining and Its Impact on Unconventional Reservoir Development. Unconventional Reserves and Resources Accounting and Booking. Production Evaluation and Forecasting. Drilling Systems for Unconventionals. Multistage Completion Systems for Unconventionals. Stimulation of Unconventional Reservoirs. Flow Assurance. Artificial Lift Technologies. Monitoring Technologies—Microseismic, Fiber Optic, and Tracers. Rejuvenating Unconventional Resources. Environmental Issues in Unconventional Oil and Gas Resource Development. Case Studies, Accessing JewelSuite™ Software and Data. New Considerations and Future Trends in Reservoir Technologies for Unconventional Resources Development.
£199.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Sustainable Utilization of Natural Resources
Book SynopsisIncreased research is going on to explore the new cleaner options for the utilization of natural resources. This book aims to provide the scientific knowhow and orientation in the area of the emerging technologies for utilization of natural resources for sustainable development to the readers. The book includes production of energy and lifesaving drugs using natural resources as well as reduction of wastage of resources like water and energy for sustainable development in both technological as well as modeling aspects.Table of ContentsSustainability issues in 21st Century and introduction to sustainable ways for utilization of natural resources. Clean coal technologies. Downstream processing of heavier petroleum fractions. Hydrogen from natural gas. Liquid fuel from oil sands. Alcohol from lingo-cellulosic biomass. Biobutanol from biomass. Oil from algae. Bio-fertilizer and bio-pesticides. Production of life saving drugs from marine sources. Production of life saving drugs from Himalayan herbs. Energy production through microbial fuel cells. Solar energy production. Utilization of CO2 for fuels and chemicals. Hydrogen from water. Integrated water management. Water optimization in process industries. Energy optimization in process industries. Green building. Life Cycle Analysis as the sustainability assessment multi criteria decision tool for road transport Biofuels. Life cycle analysis of algal biofuel with special emphasis on residual biomass processing. Sustainable Production and Utilization Technologies of Biojet Fuel.
£147.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Mining in the Himalayas
Book SynopsisHimalaya, the world''s most prominent mountain system of the world is a source of sustainence for the social, cultural and economic development of population across different countries. Unscientific, small-scale mining for harnessing reounrces including minerals has caused ecosystem damage. Therefore, an integrated and holistic approach to deal with the resource management is required. This book makes a focussed effort to explain how mining in the Himalaya is practiced with discussions pertaining to critiques and lacunas of mining and environmental practices. Status of mining practices in Himalaya is included along with the legal/environmental repercussions of mining.Table of ContentsIndian himalaya : mining and mineral potentiality. Existing practices : critiques and lacunas. Eco- friendly perspective of himlayan mining. Solutions: some new, practical and eco-friendly ideas for himalaya. Himalayan mining in camera’s eye (memories down the lane). Environmental attributes: two niche areas. Environmental degradation index (edi). Environmental friendly transportation practices in hilly mines. Integrated strategy and best practice mining. Environment oriented development. Parvatadhiraj : the himalaya. Bibliography / suggested reading.
£147.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Kinetic Theory of Nucleation
Book SynopsisExplore a Kinetic Approach to the Description of Nucleation An Alternative to the Classical Nucleation TheoryKinetic Theory of Nucleation presents an alternative to the classical theory of nucleation in gases and liquidsthe kinetic nucleation theory of RuckensteinNarsimhanNowakowski (RNNT). RNNT uses the kinetic theory of fluids to calculate the rate of evaporation of molecules from clusters, and unlike the classical nucleation theory (CNT), does not require macroscopic thermodynamics or the detailed balance principle. The book compares the rates of evaporation of molecules fromand condensation onthe surface of a nucleus of a new phase, and explains how this alternate approach can provide much higher nucleation rates than the CNT. It applies RNNT to various case studies that include the liquid-to-solid and vapor-to-liquid phase transitions, binary nucleation, heterogeneous nucleation, nucleation on soluble particles and protein foldTrade Review"The book covers a wide range of aspects of nucleation. It forms a critical mass by presenting so many issues in one place."—Abraham Marmur, Technion –Israel Institute of Technology"… well written and provides deep insight into the nucleation theory. … a fantastic tool for understanding the modern way of describing various processes of nucleation."—Reinhard Miller, Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces, Potsdam, Germany"This book represents a comprehensive collection of the seminal papers on the nucleation phenomena published over the years by Professor Eli Ruckenstein and his coworkers…The book provides an indispensable resource of brilliantly written papers, each of which contains original ideas and methods. Reading these papers will help young researchers to better understand the methodology of science and learn the principles of the kinetic theory, which can be applied to diverse interfacial phenomena in nature, technology, and medicine."—Alexander V. Neimark, Ph.D, D.Sc., Distinguished Professor of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA Table of ContentsKINETIC THEORY OF LIQUID-TO-SOLID NUCLEATION. KINETIC THEORY OF VAPOR-TO-LIQUID NUCLEATION. APPLICATION OF THE KINETIC NUCLEATION THEORY TO PROTEIN FOLDING. KINETICS OF CLUSTER GROWTH ON A LATTICE.
£185.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Apparel Manufacturing Technology
Book SynopsisThis book aims to provide a broad conceptual and theoretical perspective of apparel manufacturing process starting from raw material selection to packaging and dispatch of goods. Further, engineering practices followed in an apparel industry for production planning and control, line balancing, implementation of industrial engineering concepts in apparel manufacturing, merchandising activities and garment costing have been included, and they will serve as a foundation for future apparel professionals. The book addresses the technical aspects in each section of garment manufacturing process with considered quality aspects. This book also covers the production planning process and production balancing activities.It addresses the technical aspects in each section of garment manufacturing process and quality aspects to be considered in each process. Garment engineering questions each process/operation of the total work content and can reduce the work content and increase profitabiTable of ContentsIntroduction. Pattern making. Fabric spreading & cutting. Sewing machine. Sewing thread and needles. Seams and stitches. Feed mechanisms and sewing machine attachments. Fusing, pressing and packaging. Fullness and yokes. Collars. Plackets and pockets. Sleeves and cuffs. Apparel accessories and supporting materials. Production planning and control. Fabric utilization in cutting room. Garment production systems. Flow process grid. Plant loading and capacity planning. Garment merchandising. Garment costing.
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Data Mining
Book SynopsisData Mining: A Tutorial-Based Primer, Second Edition provides a comprehensive introduction to data mining with a focus on model building and testing, as well as on interpreting and validating results. The text guides students to understand how data mining can be employed to solve real problems and recognize whether a data mining solution is a feasible alternative for a specific problem. Fundamental data mining strategies, techniques, and evaluation methods are presented and implemented with the help of two well-known software tools. Several new topics have been added to the second edition including an introduction to Big Data and data analytics, ROC curves, Pareto lift charts, methods for handling large-sized, streaming and imbalanced data, support vector machines, and extended coverage of textual data mining. The second edition contains tutorials for attribute selection, dealing with imbalanced data, outlier analysis, time series analysis, mining textual data, and morTrade Review"Dr. Roiger does an excellent job of describing in step by step detail formulae involved in various data mining algorithms, along with illustrations. In addition, his tutorials in Weka software provide excellent grounding for students in comprehending the underpinnings of Machine Learning as applied to Data Mining. The inclusion of RapidMiner software tutorials and examples in the book is also a definite plus since it is one of the most popular Data Mining software platforms in use today."--Robert Hughes, Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA, USATable of ContentsData Mining: A First View. Data Mining: A Closer Look. Basic Data Mining Techniques. Weka – A Tool for Knowledge Discovery.Pre Processing & Visualization Techniques. Knowledge Discovery in Databases. Formal Evaluation Techniques. The DataWarehouse. Neural Networks. Building Neural Networks with BpKNet. Statistical Methods. Specialized Techniques. A Case Studyin Knowledge Discovery. Rule-Based Systems. Managing Uncertainty in Rule-Based Systems. Intelligent Agents
£999.99
Taylor & Francis Inc Dosimetry in Bioelectromagnetics
Book SynopsisDosimetry refers to the calculation and assessment of the radiation dose received by the human body. The proposed book will place emphasis on the existence of physical and biophysical dosimetry. It will be discussed for the proper description and evaluation of the signal at the power generation system. It will cover in detail 10 different parameters of EMF (electromagnetism) exposure such as amplitude, frequency, vector, time of exposure, orientation, etc. In most published papers, these parameters are not well defined.Table of ContentsPhysical Dynamics: The Base for the Development of Biophysical Treatments. Dose and Exposure in Bioelectromagnetics. Physical Aspects of Radio-Frequency Radiation Dosimetry. Uncertainty Sources Associated With Low Frequency Electric And Magnetic Field Experiments On Cell Cultures. Necessary Characteristics of Quality Bioelectromagnetic Experimental Research. External Electric and Magnetic Fields as a Signaling Mechanism for Biological Systems. Duration of Exposure and Dose in Assessing Non-Thermal Biological Effects of Microwaves. Practical Principles of Dosimetry in Studying Biological Effects of Extremely High-Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. Dosimetry in Electroporation Based Technologies and Treatments. Quantifying In Bioelectromagnetics. Blood and Vascular Targets for Magnetic Field Dosing. Methodology of Standards Development for EMF RF in Russia and By International Commissions: Distinctions in Approaches. The Intracellular Signaling System Controlling Cell Hydration as a Biomarker for EMF Dosimetry. Clinical Dosimetry of ELF PEMFS. Enhancement of Nerve Regeneration by Selected EMF Signals. The Conundrum of Dosimetry.
£156.75
Taylor & Francis Inc Environmental Chemicals Desk Reference
Book SynopsisEnvironmental Chemicals Desk Reference is a concise version of the widely read Agrochemicals Desk Reference and Groundwater Chemicals Desk Reference. This up-to-date volume was inspired by the need for a combination of the material in both references, together with the large number of research publications and the continued interest in the fate, transport, and remediation of hazardous substances. Much new data has been added to this unique edition, including global legislation (REACH) and sustainability, thereby reflecting the wealth of literature in the field. Featured are environmental and physical/chemical data on more than 200 compounds, including pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.Trade Review'Here are three reasons that I love the Environmental Chemical Desk Reference:As a Licensed Site Remediation Professional, my goal is to gather accurate, reliable, and complete information efficiently and effectively. The Environmental Chemical Desk Reference provides me trustworthy information, thus making the best use of my time. It includes key parameters for fate and transport modeling and also lists possible sources. It is one of my favorite books on my shelf.The Environmental Chemical Desk Reference is an excellent source for identifying sources and uses for a chemical. While looking for uses of a chemical, I may glance at other properties (e.g., chemical structure, density, and ionization potential, Henry’s law constant, and soil organic carbon/water partition coefficient). Because a wealth of environmental information is presented in a very organized way, I get more than I am looking for. For fate and transport modeling of a chemical, selection of the source of information is under my control; information obtained from a well-known source, like Environmental Chemical Desk Reference, provides added assurance. I don’t need to verify the organization providing the information.'– Tan-yueh Chang, Licensed Site Remediation Professional.Table of ContentsPrefaceAbbreviations and SymbolsDesignationsPhysical and Chemical SymbolsRegistration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)IntroductionChapter 1 Physical Properties of AgrochemicalsChapter 2 Physical Properties of Organic PollutantsChapter 3 Environmental Fate Data for Miscellaneous CompoundsChapter 4 Physical Properties of Individual Groundwater ChemicalsAppendicesReferencesCASRN IndexEmpirical Formula IndexDegradation Products, Impurities, and Chemical Composition Index
£522.50
