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Book SynopsisThis book joins and integrates ceramics and ceramic-based materials in various sectors of technology. A major imperative is to extract scientific information on joining and integration response of real, as well as model, material systems currently in a developmental stage. This book envisions integration in its broadest sense as a fundamental enabling technology at multiple length scales that span the macro, millimeter, micrometer and nanometer ranges. Consequently, the book addresses integration issues in such diverse areas as space power and propulsion, thermoelectric power generation, solar energy, micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS), solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC), multi-chip modules, prosthetic devices, and implanted biosensors and stimulators. The engineering challenge of designing and manufacturing complex structural, functional, and smart components and devices for the above applications from smaller, geometrically simpler units requires innovative development of new inTable of ContentsPreface ix Contributors xi PART I INTRODUCTION 1 1 CERAMIC INTEGRATION ACROSS LENGTH SCALES: TECHNICAL ISSUES, CHALLENGES, AND OPPORTUNITIES 3 Mrityunjay Singh, Tatsuki Ohji, Rajiv Asthana, and Sanjay Mathur PART II SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FOR MACROSCALE INTEGRATION 15 2 CERAMIC COMPONENT INTEGRATION BY ADVANCED BRAZING TECHNOLOGIES 17 Jolanta Janczak-Rusch 3 JOINING AND INTEGRATION ISSUES OF CERAMIC MATRIX COMPOSITES FOR THE NUCLEAR INDUSTRY 39 Monica Ferraris, Milena Salvo, and Valentina Casalegno 4 AIR BRAZING: A NEW METHOD OF CERAMIC–CERAMIC AND CERAMIC–METAL JOINING 91 K. S. Weil, J. T. Darsell, and J. Y. Kim 5 DIFFUSION BONDING OF SILICON CARBIDE AS AN ENABLING TECHNOLOGY FOR THE FABRICATION OF COMPLEX-SHAPED CERAMIC COMPONENTS 143 Michael C. Halbig and Mrityunjay Singh 6 INTEGRATION OF CARBON–CARBON COMPOSITE TO METALLIC SYSTEMS FOR THERMAL MANAGEMENT APPLICATIONS 163 Mrityunjay Singh and Rajiv Asthana 7 CONTACT INTERACTION IN CARBON–METAL SYSTEMS FOR JOINING AND INTEGRATION 193 V. M. Perevertailo and O. B. Loginova PART III INTEGRATION ISSUES IN ENERGY GENERATION AND DEVICE FABRICATION 231 8 INTEGRATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR FERRITES AND POWER INDUCTORS IN CERAMIC CIRCUIT BOARDS 233 Richard Matz 9 OXIDE THERMOELECTRIC POWER GENERATION 267 Ryoji Funahashi, Saori Urata, Atsuko Kosuga, and Delphine Flahaut 10 INTEGRATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR SOLID OXIDE FUEL CELLS (SOFCS) AND OTHER ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTORS 297 Yoshinobu Fujishiro, Toshio Suzuki, Toshiro Yamaguchi, Koichi Hamamoto, Masanobu Awano, and Nigel Sammes 11 INTEGRATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR SENSORS 323 Woosuck Shin, Maiko Nishibori, and Ichiro Matsubara 12 ON-CHIP INTEGRATION OF FUNCTIONAL HYBRID MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS IN NANOPHOTONICS AND OPTOELECTRONICS 339 Talha Erdem and Hilmi Volkan Demir 13 INTEGRATION OF MULTIFUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES IN THERMAL BARRIER COATINGS BY CHEMICAL VAPOR DEPOSITION 393 Takashi Goto 14 THE CHANGING PHYSICS IN METAL INTERCONNECT RELIABILITY 415 Cher Ming Tan and Yuejin Hou 15 INTEGRATION ISSUES OF BARIUM STRONTIUM TITANATE THIN FILM FOR TUNABLE MICROWAVE APPLICATIONS 449 Ashok Kumar, Supriya Ketkar, and Venkataraman Gurumurthy 16 AEROSOL DEPOSITION (AD) INTEGRATION TECHNIQUES AND THEIR APPLICATION TO MICRODEVICES 489 Jun Akedo PART IV NANO- AND BIOINTEGRATION 521 17 ADVANCES IN NANOINTEGRATION METHODOLOGIES: PATTERNING, POSITIONING, AND SELF-ASSEMBLY 523 Yoshitake Masuda and Kunihito Koumoto 18 INTEGRATION OF NANOWIRES IN NEW DEVICES AND CIRCUIT ARCHITECTURES: RECENT DEVELOPMENTS AND CHALLENGES 575 F. Hernández-Ramírez, J. D. Prades, A. Romano-Rodriguez, S. Barth, H. Shen, and S. Mathur 19 INTEGRATING DIAMOND-LIKE CARBON INTO NANOSTRUCTURE DESIGNS (FABRICATING MICROSCALE AND NANOSCALE ARCHITECTURES OF DIAMOND-LIKE CARBON FILMS) 641 Xijun Li and Daniel H. C. Chua 20 SYNTHESIS, PROPERTIES, INTEGRATION, AND APPLICATIONS OF VERTICALLY ALIGNED CERAMIC NANOSTRUCTURES 671 D. Pliszka, S. Sundarrajan, and S. Ramakrishna 21 NANOINTEGRATION BASED ON THIN-FILM TECHNOLOGY 699 C. Jin, W. Wei, R. Aggarwal, and R. J. Narayan 22 MASS-MANUFACTURABLE NANOWIRE INTEGRATION: CHALLENGES AND RECENT DEVELOPMENTS 721 Ataur Sarkar and M. Saif Islam 23 USABILITY OF INK-JET PRINTING TECHNOLOGY AND NANOMATERIALS IN ELECTRICAL INTERCONNECTIONS, ELECTRONIC PACKAGING, AND SYSTEM INTEGRATION FOR MICROELECTRONICS APPLICATIONS 743 Umur Caglar, Ville Pekkanen, Jani Valkama, Pauliina Mansikkamäki, and Jussi Pekkanen 24 BIOINTEGRATION OF PROSTHETIC DEVICES 777 Masakazu Kawashita, Toshiki Miyazaki, and Chikara Ohtsuki Index 803

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Book SynopsisProvides a compilation of papers presented at the joint meeting of The American Ceramic Society's Glass and Optical Materials Division and the 18th University Conference on Glass. A useful one-stop resource for understanding the most important issues pertaining to mass transport phenomena in glasses and glass-forming melts.

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Book SynopsisThis collection compiles peer reviewed papers from the presentations into 9 issues of the 2008 Ceramic Engineering & Science Proceedings (CESP); Volume 29, Issues 2-10, 2008 as outlined below: ? Mechanical Properties and Processing of Ceramic Binary, Ternary and Composite Systems, Vol.

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Book SynopsisThis volume contains papers presented at the Materials Innovations in an Emerging Hydrogen Economy Conference in Februrary 2008 in Cocoa Beach, Florida. It provides a useful one-stop resource for understanding the most important issues in the research and applications of materials innovations.Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xi INTERNATIONAL OVERVIEWS Research Priorities and Progress in Hydrogen Energy Research in the EU 3Constantina Filiou, Pietro Moretto, and Joaquin Martin-Bermejo Global Perspectives Towards the Establishment of the Hydrogen Economy 17Jose lgnacio Galindo Materials Issues for Hydrogen R&D in Canada 27E.E. Andrukaitis and Rod McMillan Overview of U.S. Materials Development Activities for Hydrogen Technologies 39Ned Stetson and John Petrovic HYDROGEN STORAGE The Hydrogen Storage Behaviour of Pt and Pd Loaded Transition Metal Oxides 51A. Molendowska, P.J. Hall, and S. Donet Progress of Hydrogen Storage and Container Materials 61Y.Y. Li and Y.T. Zhang Synthesis of Activated Carbon Fibers for High-Pressure Hydrogen Storage 69M. Kunowsky, F. Suarez-Garcia, D. Cazorla-Amoros and A. Linares-Solano High Density Carbon Materials for Hydrogen Storage 77A. Linares-Solano, M. Jorda-Beneyto, D. Lozano-Castello, F. Suarez-Garcia, and D. Cazorla-Amoros A New Way for Storing Reactive Complex Hydrides on Board of Automobiles 91Rana Mohtadi, Kyoichi Tange, Tomoya Matsunaga, George Wicks, Kit Heung, and Ray Schumacher Synergistic Effect of LiBH4 + MgH, as a Potential Reversible High Capacity Hydrogen Storage Material 97T. E. C. Price, D. M. Grant, and G. S. Walker Thermodynamic Analysis of a Novel Hydrogen Storage Material: Nanoporous Silicon 105Peter J. Schubert and Alan D. Wilks Nanocrystalline Effects on the Reversible Hydrogen Storage Characteristics of Complex Hydrides 111Michael U. Niemann, Sesha S. Srinivasan, Kimberly McGrath, Ashok Kumar, D. Yogi Goswami, and Elias K. Stefanakos HYDROGEN PRODUCTION Recent Results on Splitting Water with Aluminum Alloys 121J. M. Woodall, Jeffrey T. Ziebarth, Charles R. Allen, Debra M. Sherman, J. Jeon, and G. Choi Materials Challenges in SYNGAS Production from Hydrocarbons 129C. M. Chun, F. Hershkowitz, and T. A. Ramanarayanan Encapsulation of Palladium in Porous Wall Hollow Glass Microsp heres 143L. K. Heung, G. G. Wicks and R. F. Schumacher Alternative Materials to Pd Membranes for Hydrogen Purification 149Thad M. Adams and Paul S. Korinko X-Ray Photoelectron Investigation of Phosphotungstic Acid as a Proton-Conducting Medium in Solid Polymer Electrolytes 159Clovis A. Linkous, Stephen L. Rhoden, and Kirk Scammon HYDROGEN DELIVERY Evaluation of the Susceptibility of Simulated Welds in HSLA-100 and HY-100 Steels to Hydrogen Induced Cracking 169R. E. Ricker, M. R. Stoudt, and D. J. Pitchure Friction and Wear Properties of Materials Used in Hydrogen Service 181R.A. Erck, G.R. Fenske, and O.L. Eryilmaz Effect of Remote Hydrogen Boundary Conditions on the Near Crack-Tip Hydrogen Concentration Profiles in a Cracked Pipeline: Fracture Toughness Assessment 187M. Dadfarnia, P. Sofronis, B. P. Sornerday, and I. M. Robertson Non-Destructive Hydrogen Content Sensors 201Angelique N. Lasseigne, David McColskey, Thomas A. Siewert, Kamalu Koenig, David L. Olson, and Brajendra Mishra Temperature Programed Desorption Using an Off-the-shelf Hybrid Microwave Oven 211R. Tom Walters, Paul Burket, and George G. Wicks LEAKAGE DETECTION/SAFETY Tritium Aging Effects on the Fracture Toughness Properties of Forged Stainless Steel 223Michael J. Morgan Explosive Nature of Hydrogen in Partial-Pressure Vacuum 237Trevor Jones Author Index 243

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Book SynopsisNanotechnology represents huge potential for biomedical, electronics, and energy markets. However, before that potential can be realized, optimal processing methods must be developed that can produce quality structures and nanomaterials such as powder, thin film and coatings, wires and tubes, and composites.Table of ContentsIntroduction xi Synthesis Methods for Powders Freeze Casting as a Nanoparticle Material-Forming Method 3K. Lu and X. Zhu Preparation of a Nanoscale/SOFC-Grade Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Material: A Quasi-Optimization of the Hydrothermal Coprecipitation Process 13Y-C Chang, M-C Lee. W-X Kao, and T-N Lin Synthesis of Nanosize Tin Dioxide by a Novel Liquid-Phase Process 25Y. Zhou, N. Dasgupta, and A. Virkar Fabrication of Nanocomposite Powders of Carbon Nanotubes and Montmorillonite 29J. Feng and Q. Wang Synthesis of Highly Dispersed Barium Titanate Nanoparticles by a Novel Solvothermal Method 33X. Wei, G. Xu, Z. Ren, Y. Wang, G. Shen, and G. Han Continuous Production and Harvesting of Inorganic-Ceramic Nanoparticles 37S.A.E. Abdulla, P.A. Sermon, M. Worsley, and I.R. Collins Nanocrystalline Scandia Powders Via Oxalate Precipitation: The Effects of Solvent and Solution pH 49Z. Xiu, J-G. Li, X. Li, D. Huo, X. Sun, T. Ikegami, and T. lshigaki A Pulse Combustion-Spray Pyrolysis Process for the Preparation of Nano- and Submicrometer-Sized Oxide Particles 53W. Widiyastuti, Wei-Ning Wang, Agus Purwanto, 1. Wuled Lenggoro, and Kikuo Okuyama One-Step Synthesis of Luminescent Nanoparticles of Complex Oxide, Strontium Aluminate 61C. Li, Y. Imai, Y. Adachi, H. Yamada, K. Nishikubo, and C-N Xu Nano a-Al,O, Powder Preparation by Calcining an Emulsion Precursor 65Y-C Lee, S-B Wen, L. Wenglin, and C-P Lin Lanthanum Strontium Manganite Powders Synthesized by Gel-Casting for Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Cathode Materials 71L. Zhang, Y. Zhang, Y. Zhen, and S. Jiang Preparation of Matrix-Type Nickel Oxide/Samarium-Doped Ceria Composite Particles by Spray Pyrolysis 77S. Suda, K. Kawahara, M. Kawano, H. Yoshida, and T. lnagaki Novel Low-Temperature Synthesis of Ferroelectric Neodymium-Doped Bismuth Titanate Nanoparticles 85P. Prakash, A. Garg, M. Roy, and H. Verma Hydrothermal Synthesis of CdMoO, Nano-Particles 89X. Jiang, J. Ma, B. Lin, Y. Ren, J. Liu, X. Zhu, J. Tao, Y. Wang, and L. Xie Chromium-Doped Forsterite Nanoparticle Synthesis by Flame Spray Pyrolysis 93T. Tani, S. Saeki, T. Susuki, and Y. Ohishi Formation of AI2O3-Tic Composite Nano-Particles Synthesized from Carbon-Coated Precursors 97H. Kaga and R. Koc Synthesis of Sm0.5Sr0.5CoO3-x and La0.6Sr0.4CoO3-x Nanopowders by Solution Combustion Process 103N. Bansal and Z. Zhong Colloidal Processing and Sintering of Nano-ZrO, Powders Using Polyethylenimine 113Y. Hotta, C. Duran, K. Sato, and K. Watari Synthesis of High Purity p-SiAION Nanopowder from a Zeolite by Gas-Reduction-Nitridation 123T. Yamakawaa, T. Wakihara, J. Tatami, K. Komeya, and T. Meguro A Novel Supercritical CO, Synthesis of Amorphous Hydrous Zirconia Nanoparticles, and Their Calcination to Zirconia 129M-H Lee, H-Y Lin, and J. L. Thomas Praseodymium-Doped Photo-Luminescent Strontium lndate Nanoparticles by Ultrasonic Spray Pyrolysis 137S. E. Lin, K. Borgohain, and W. C. J. Wei Nano-Blast Synthesis of Nano-size CeO2-Gd2O3 Powders 141Oleg Vasylkiv, Yoshio Sakka and Valeriy V. Skorokhod Sol-Gel Processing and Characterization of Phase-Pure Lead Zirconate Titanate Nano-Powders 147Yasir Faheem and M. Shoaib Synthesis of AIN Nanopowder from -y-Al,O, by Reduction-Nitridation in a Mixture of NH3-C3H8 151Tomohiro Yamakawa, Junichi Tatami, Toru Wakihara, Katsutoshi Komeya, Takeshi Meguro, Kenneth J. D. MacKenzie, Shinichi Takagi, and Masahiro Yokouchi Membranes, Films, and Coatings Microporous ZrO2 Membrane Preparation by Liquid-Injection MOCVD 159S. Mathur, E. Hemmer, S. Barth, J. Altmayer, N. Donia, 1. Kumakiri, N. Lecerf, and R. Bredesen Growth of Barium Hexaferrite Nanoparticle Coatings by Laser-Assisted Spray Pyrolysis 169G. Dedigamuwa, P. Mukherjee, H. Srikanth, and S. Witanachchi Two Phase MonaziteKenotime 3OLaPO4-7OYPO, Coating of Ceramic Fiber Tows 179E. Boakye, R. Hay, P. Mogilevsky, and M. Cinibulk Template-Free Self-Assembly of a Nanoporous TiO2 Thin Film 189Y. Gao, M. Nagai, W-S Seo, and K. Koumoto Nano-Sized Hydroxyapatite Coatings on Ti Substrate with TiO2 Buffer Layer by E-beam Deposition 197S-H Lee, H-E Kim, and H-W Kim Sol-Gel Routes to Nanostructured Patterned Ferroelectric Thin Films with Novel Electronic and Optical Functions 205M. Kuwabara, Y. J. Wu, J. Li, and T. Koga Preparation and Properties of Hydrothermally Stable y-Alumina-Based Composite Mesoporous Membranes 215Md. Hasan Zahir, Koji Sato, Hiroshi Mori, Yuji Iwarnoto, Mikihiro Nornura, and Shin-ichi Nakao Synthesis and Tribological Behavior of Silicon Oxycarbonitride Thin Films Derived from Poly(Urea)Methyl Vinyl Silazane 223T. Cross, R. Raj, T. Cross, S. Prasad, and D. Tallant Synthesis and Tribology of Carbide-Derived Carbon Films 237A. Erdemir, A. Kovalchenko, C. White, R. Zhu, A. Lee, M. J. McNallan, B. Carroll and Y. Gogotsi Nanotubes, Nanorods, and Nanowires Design, Fabrication and Electronic Structure of Oriented Metal Oxide Nanorod-Arrays 249L. Vayssieres Electrospinning of Alumina Nanofibers 257K. Lindqvist, E. Carlstrorn, A. Nelvig, and B. Hagstrorn ZnO Nanofiber and Nanoparticle Synthesized Through Electrospinning and Their Photocatalytic Activity Under Visible Light 269H. Liu, J. Yang, J. Liang, Y. Huang, and C. Tang Synthesis of Carbon Nanotubes and Silicon Carbide Nanofibers as Composite Reinforcing Materials 275H. Li, A. Kothari, and B. W. Sheldon Polymer Fiber Assisted Processing of Ceramic Oxide Nan0 and Submicron Fibers 283S. Shukla, E. Brinley, H. J. Cho, and S. Seal, Growth of Quasi-Aligned AIN Nanofibers by Nitriding Combustion Synthesis 295M. Radwan and Y. Miyamoto Synthesis and Optical Properties of Mullite Nanowires 301H-K Seong, U. Kim, M-H Kim, H-J Choi, Y. Lee, and W-S Seo (Na0.8K0.2)0.5Bi0.5Ti03 Nanowires: Low-Temperature Sol-Gel-Hydrothermal Synthesis and Densification 305Y-D Hou, L. Hou, T-T Zhang, M-K Zhu, H. Wang, and H. Yan Synthesis and Characterization of Ce1-χGdχO2-δ Nanorods 311J. S. Lee and S. Kim Synthesis and Characterization of Cubic Silicon Carbide (p-Sic) and Trigonal Silicon Nitride (α-Si3N4) Nanowires 315K. Saulig-Wenger, M. Bechelany, D. Cornu, S. Bernard, F. Chassagneux, P Miele, and T. Epiciers Synthesis of Boron Nitride Nanotubes for Engineering Applications 323J. Hurst, D. Hull, and D. Gorican Novel Process of Submicron-Scale Ceramic Rod Array Formation on Metallic Substrate 331K. Okamoto, S. Hayakawa, K. Tsuru, and A. Osaka Tin Oxide Nanoparticle-Functionalized Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes by the Vapor Phase Method 337W. Fan, L. Gao, and J. Sun Electrospinning: A Simple and Versatile Technique for Producing Ceramic Nanofibers and Nanotubes 341D. Li, J. McCann, Y. Xia, and M. Marquez Nanocomposites and Nanostructures Chemical Precipitation Synthesis and Optical Properties of ZnO/SiO, Nanocomposites 353H. Yang, Y. Xiao, K. Liu, and Q. Feng Low-Temperature Processing of Dense Hydroxyapatite-Zirconia Composites 359Y. Nayak, R. Rana, S. Pratihar, and S. Bhattacharyya Synthesis and Characterization of Chalcogenide Nanocomposites 367J. Martin and G. Nolas Self Assembled Functional Nanostructures and Devices 372C. S. Ozkan Carbon Nanotube (CNT) and Carbon Fiber Reinforced High Toughness Reaction Bonded Composites 377P Karandikar, G. Evans, and M. Aghajanian Syntheis, Characterization and Measurements of Electrical Properties of Alumina-Titania Nanocomposites 389V. Somani and S. Kalita A New Ternary Nanolaminate Carbide: Ti3SnC2 401S. Dubois, T. Cabioc'h, P. Chartier, V. Gauthier, and M. Jaouen Fabrication of a Nano-Si,N,/Nano-C Composite by High-Energy Ball Milling and Spark Plasma Sintering 405X. Xu, T. Nishirnura, N. Hirosaki, R-J Xie, and H. Tanaka Conversion of Bamboo to Biomorphic Composites Containing Silica and Silicon Carbide Nanowires 411T. L. Y. Cheung and D. H. L. Ng Novel Processing to Produce Polymer/Ceramic Nanocomposites by Atomic Layer Deposition 417X. Liang, L. Hakirn, G-D Zhan, J. McCorrnick, S. George, A. Weirner, J. Spencer II, K. Buechler, J. Blackson, C. Wood, and J. Dorgan Intra-Type Nanocomposites for Strengthened and Toughened Ceramic Materials 425S. Choi, S. Honda, S. Hashirnoto, and H. Awaji Prepation and Properties of Mullite-Based Iron Multi-Functional Nanocomposites 433H. Wang, W. Wang, Z. Fu, T. Sekino, and K. Niihara Electrospinning of Ceramic Nanofibers and Nanofiber Composites 443J. Yuh, H. Park, and W. Sigmund Microstructure and Properties of Spark Plasma-Sintered Zr02-ZrB, Nanoceramic Composites 455B. Basu, T. Venkateswaran, and D-Y Kim Homogeneous Zr0,-Al2O3 Composite Prepared by Nano-ZrO, Particle Multilayer-Coated AI,O, Particles 463Y. Jia, Y. Hotta, K. Sato, and K. Watari Preparation of a Highly Conductive AI2O3/TiN lnterlayer Nanocomposite through Selective Matrix Grain Growth 467X. Jin and L. Gao Preparation and Microstructure of Multi-Wall Carbon Nanotubes-Toughened AI2O3 Composite 471J. Fan, D. Zhao, M. Wu, Z. Xu, and J. Song Three-Dimensional Assemblies of Zirconia Nanocrystals Via Shape-Preserving Reactive Conversion of Diatom Microshells 475S. Shian, Y. Cai, M. Weatherspoon, S. Allan, and K. Sandhage

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Book SynopsisA compilation of articles on nanotechnology applications and markets previously published in ACerS publications, including "The American Ceramic Society Bulletin", "Journal of the American Ceramic Society", "International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology", "Ceramic Engineering and Science Proceedings (CESP)" and "Ceramic Transactions (CT)".Table of ContentsContents Introduction Market Overviews Rolling Nanotech Out of the Lab and Into the Market 3J. Sawyer Ceramic Revolution May Yet Arrive via Nanotechnology 9K. Blakely Powder Market Update: Nanoceramic Applications Emerge 13T. Abraham Biomedical Technology Fabrication of Nano-Macro Porous Soda-Lime Phosphosilicate Bioactive Glass by the Melt-Quench Method 19H. M. M. Moawad and H. Jain Biological Response Mechanisms to Microparticulate and Nanoparticulate Matter 33M. Chary, R. Baier, P. Nickerson, and J. Natiella Alumind/Zirconia Micro/Nanocomposites: A New Material for Biomedical Applications With Superior Sliding Wear Resistance 37J. Bartolome, A. De Aza , A. Martin, J. Pastor, J. Llorca, R. Torrecillas, and G. Bruno Creation of Nano-Macro-Interconnected Porosity in a Bioactive Glass-Ceramic by the Melt-Quench-Heat-Etch Method 45H. Moawad and H. Jain Processing and Properties of Nano-Hydroxyapatite(n-HAp)/Poly(Ethylene-Co-Acrylic Acid)(EAA) Composite Using a Phosphonic Acid Coupling Agent for Orthopedic Applications 49N. Pramanik, S. Mohapatra, P. Pramanik, and P. Bhargava Hydroxyapatite-Carbon Nanotube Composites for Biomedical Applications: A Review 57A. White, S. Best, and I. Kinloch Synthesis and Structural Characterization of Nanoapatite Ceramics Powders for Biomedical Applications 71K. Ando, M. Ohkubo, S. Hayakawa, K. Tsuru, A. Osaka, E. Fujii, K. Kawabata, C. Bonhomme, and F. Babonneau High-Frequency Induction Heat Sintering of Mechanically Alloyed Alumina-Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Nano-Bioceramics 79S. Kim and K. Khalil Merging Biological Self-Assembly with Synthetic Chemical Tailoring: The Potential for 3-D Genetically Engineered Micro/Nano-Devices (3-D GEMS) 85K. Sandhage, S. Allan, M. Dickerson, C. Gaddis, S. Shian, M. Weatherspoon, Y. Cai, G. Ahmad, M. Haluska, R. Snyder, R. Unocic, F. Zalar, Y. Zhang, R. Rapp, M. Hildebrand, and B. Palenik Construction and Manufacturing Effect of Nanosilica Additions on Belite Cement Pastes Held in Sulfate Solutions 97J. Dolado, I. Campillo, E. Erkizia, J. Ibaiiez, A. Porro, A. Guerrero, and S. Goiii Effect of Nano-Size Powders on the Microstructure of Ti(C,N)-xWC-Ni Cermets 101J. Jung and S. Kang In Situ Preparation of Si3N,/SiC Nanocomposites for Cutting Tools Application 107P.Sajgalik, M. Hnatko, Z. LenEeS, J. Dusza, and M. KaSiarova How Nanotechnology Can Change the Concrete World, Part One 113K. Sobolev and M. Gutierrez How Nanotechnology Can Change the Concrete World, Part Two 117K. Sobolev and M. Gutierrez Electronic and Optical Devices Will Silicon Survive Moore’s Law? 123L. Sheppard Nanosize Engineered Ferroelectric/Dielectric Single and Multilayer Films for Microwave Applications 129R. Wordenweber, E. Hollmann, M. Ali, J. Schubert, and G. Pickartz Effect of Calcination on Crystallinity for Nanostructured Development of Wormhole-Like Mesoporous Tungsten Oxide 137W. Lai, L. Teoh, Y. Su, J. Shieh, and M. Hon Mg-Cu-Zn Ferrites for Multilayer Inductors 141J. Murbe and J. Topfer Microwave Dielectric Properties of Sintered Alumina Using Nano-Scaled Powders of (Y Alumina and TiO2 149C-L Huang, J-J Wang, and C-Y Huang PbZr0.4Ti0.6O3-Based Reflectors with Tunable Peak Wavelengths 157G. J. Hu, X. K. Hong, A. Y. Liu, J. Chen, J. H. Chu, and N. Dai Morphologies-Controlled Synthesis and Optical Properties of Bismuth Tungstate Nanocrystals by a Low-Temperature Molten Salt Method 159L. Xie, J. Ma, J. Zhou, Z. Zhao, H. Tian, Y. Wang, J. Tao, and X. Zhu Synthesis of High Density and Transparent Forsterite Ceramics Using Nano-Sized Precursors and Their Dielectric Properties 163S. Sano, N. Saito, S. Matsuda, N. Ohashi, H. Haneda, Y. Arita, and M. Takernoto Design and Nanofabrication of Superconductor Ceramic Strands and Customized Leads 171A. Rokhvarger and L. Chigirinsky Built-in Nanostructures in Transparent Oxides for Novel Photonic and Electronic Functions Materials 183H. Hosono Energy and The Environment Preparation and Characterization of Samaria-Doped Ceria Electrolyte Materials for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells 199Y.-P. Fu, S.-B. Wen, and C.-H. Lu Design of High-Quality Pt-CeO, Composite Anodes Supported by Carbon Black for Direct Methanol Fuel Cell Application 205M. Takahashi, T. Mori, F. Ye, A. Vinu, H. Kobayashi, and J. Drennan Rapid Formation of Active Mesoporous TiO, Photocatalysts via Micelle in a Microwave Hydrothermal Process 209H.-W. Wang, C.-H. Kuo, H.-C. Lin, I.-T. Kuo, and C.-F. Cheng Development of Visible-Light Photocatalysts by Nitrogen-Doped Titanium Dioxide 215 Synthesis of Nanophased Metal Oxides in Supercritical Water: Catalysts for Biomass Conversion 217C. Levy, M. Watanabe, Y. Aizawa, H. Inornata, and K. Sue Synthesis and Characterization of Nano-Composite Alumina-Titania Ceramic Membrane for Gas Separation 225A. L. Ahmad, M. R. Othrnan, and N. F. ldrus Hydrothermal Synthesis of Nan0 Ce-Zr-Y Oxide Solid Solution for Automotive Three-Way Catalyst 233H. Yucai Comparison Between Micrometer- and Nano-Scale Glass Composites for Sealing Solid Oxide Fuel Cells 237M. Brochu, B. D. Gauntt, R. Shah, and R. E. Loehman Preparation of Nanocrystalline CeO2 by the Precipitation Method and Its Improved Methane Oxidation Activity 245H.-J. Choi, J. Moon, H.-B. Shim, K.-S. Han, E.-G. Lee, and K.-D. Jung Preparation and Characterization of Nano-Crystalline LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4 Combustion Reaction Method Cathode Material by the Soft 249Z. Zhao, J. Ma, H. Tian, L. Xie, J. Zhou, P. Wu, Y. Wang, J. Tao, and X. Zhu Synthesis and Characterization of Nano-Hetero-Structured Dy Doped CeO2 Solid Electrolytes Using a Combination of Spark Plasma Sintering and Conventional Sintering 253 T. Mori, T. Kobayashi, Y. Wang, J. Drennan, T. Nishimura, J-G Li, and H. Kobayashi Fabrication and Performance of Impregnated Ni Anodes of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells 257S. Jiang, S. Zhang, Y. Zhen, and W. Wang Advances in Nano-Structured Electrochemical Reactors for NOx Treatment in the Presence of Oxygen 265M. Awano, Y. Fujishiro, K. Hamamoto, S. Katayama, and S. Bredikhin Sensors Prussian Blue Nanoparticles Encapsulated Within Ormosil Film 277P. Pandey and B. Singh High-Yield Synthesis of Nanocrystalline Tin Dioxide by Thermal Decomposition for Use in Gas Sensors 293C. Agashe, R. Aiyer, and A. Garaje Effect of Firing Temperature on Electrical and Gas-Sensing Properties of Nano-Sn0,-Based Thick-Film Resistors 301A. Garje and R. Aiyer Preparation of Ru-C Nano-Composite Films and Their Electrode Properties for Oxygen Sensors 309T. Kimura and T. Goto Electrical and Gas-Sensing Properties of a Thick Film Resistor of Nanosized SnO2 with Variable Percentage of Permanent Binder 317A. D. Garje and R. C. Aiyer Non-Nernstian Planar Sensors Based on YSZ with Ta (1 0 at.%)-Doped Nanosized Titania as a Sensing Electrode for High-Temperature Applications 325L. Chevalier, M.Grilli, E. Di Bartolomeo, and E. Traversa Improvement of NO2 a Sensing Performances by an Additional Second Component to the Nano- Structured NiO Sensing Electrode of a YSZ-Based Mixed-Potential-Type Sensor 333V. Plashnitsa, T. Ueda, and N. Miura

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Book SynopsisCompiles a number of papers presented at the 9th International Conference on Ceramic Materials and Components for Energy and Environmental Applications (9 th CMCEE) in Shanghai, China and was the continuation of a series of international conferences held all over the world over the last three decades.Table of ContentsPreface xv Acknowledgements xvii I. Basic Science, Design, Modeling and Simulation FRACTURE STATISTICS OF SMALL SPECIMENS 3 Robert Danzer and Peter Supancic STRUCTURE AND PROPERTY OF Ti-AI-C/TiB2 COMPOSITE CERAMICS 13 Xinmin Min, Gang Xu, and Bin-Chu Mei THE EFFECT OF DOPED SINTERING AIDS FOR Nd(Mg0 5Ti0 5)03 MICROWAVE DIELECTRIC CERAMICS PROPERTIES 17 Kok-Wan Tay and Teng-Yi Huang MICROWAVE DIELECTRIC PROPERTIES OF (1-x)(Mg0.6Zn0.4)o.95Co005Ti03-xSrTi03 CERAMIC SYSTEM 25 Jun-Jie Wang, Chun-Huy Wang, Ting-Kuei Hsu, and Yi-Hua Liu OXYNITRIDE GLASSES: EFFECTS OF COMPOSITION ON GLASS FORMATION AND PROPERTIES WITH IMPLICATIONS FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE BEHAVIOUR OF SILICON NITRIDE CERAMICS 31 Stuart Hampshire and Michael J. Pomeroy THE HYDROLYSIS OF ALUMINIUM NITRIDE: A PROBLEM OR AN ADVANTAGE 39 Kristoffer Kmel and Tomaz Kosmac PREPARATION AND COMPARISION OF TWO TYPICAL CVD FILMS FROM CH4 AND C3H6 AS CARBON RESOURCES 47 W. B. Yang, L. T. Zhang, L. F. Cheng, Y. S. Liu, and W. H. Zhang KINETIC INVESTIGATION ON THE DEPOSITION OF SiC FROM METHYLTRICHLOROSILANE AND HYDROGEN 55 Cuiying Lu, Laifei Cheng, Chunnian Zhao, Litong Zhang, and Fang Ye II. Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies SYNTHESIS OF HEMATITE-ZIRCON-SILICA NANO COMPOSITE AS A NON TOXIC CERAMIC PIGMENT BY SOL-GEL METHOD 65 Maryam Hosseini Zori FORMATION OF NANOCRYSTALLINE á-ALUMINAS IN DIFFERENT MORPHOLOGY FROM GEL POWDER AND BOEHMITE POWDER: A COMPARATIVE STUDY 71 Xiaoxue Zhang, Yanling Ge, Simo-Pekka Hannula, Erkki Levänen, and Tapio Mäntylä SYNTHESIS AND IN VITRO RELEASE OF GENTAMICIN FROM CaMCM-41/PLLA COMPOSITE MICROSPHERES 79 Yufang Zhu and Stefan Kaskel HIGHLY ORDERED CUBIC MESOPOROUS COBALT OXIDE BY AN ACCURATELY CONTROLLED INCIPIENT WETNESS TECHNIQUE 85 Limin Guo, Xiangzhi Cui, and Jianlin Shi PREPARATION OF Fe304 NANOPARTICLES BY TWO DIFFERENT METHODS 93 Mingxin Geng, Futian Liu, and Zengbao Zhao NANO-ZIRCONIA/MULLITE COMPOSITE CERAMICS PREPARED BY IN-SITU CONTROLLED CRYSTALLIZATION FROM THE Si-AI-Zr-0 AMORPHOUS BULK 99 Liang Shuquan, Zhong Jie, Zhang Guowei, and Tan Xiaoping PREPARATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF Er:Gd203 POWDERS 109 Rong Zhang, Lian-Jie Qin, Bo Wang, Zhi-Qiang Feng, and Ru Ge III. Ceramics in Energy Conversion Systems CMC MATERIALS AND BIOMORPHIC SiSiC FOR ENERGY APPLICATIONS 117 B. Heidenreich, J. Schmidt, Sandrine Denis, Nicole Lützenburger, J. Goring, P. Mechnich, and M. Schmücker CRYSTALLIZATION, MICROSTRUCTURE AND PHYSICAL PROPERTY OF NEW TYPES OF BOROSILICATE GLASS-CERAMICS 125 Shufeng Song, Zhaoyin Wen, Liu Yu , Qunxi Zhang, Jingchao Zhang, and Xiangwei Wu vi · Ceramic Materials and Components for Energy and Environmental Applications A STUDY OF Al203 AND YSZ CERAMIC SUPPORTS FOR PALLADIUM MEMBRANE 131 M. Kitiwan and D. Atong SYNTHESIS OF OLIVINE (LiFeP04) and Ni/OLIVINE (LiFeP04) CATALYSTS FOR UPGRADING SYN-GAS PRODUCTION 139 D. Atong, C. Pechyen, D. Aht-Ong, and V. Sricharoenchaikul FABRICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF CERMET MEMBRANE FOR HYDROGEN SEPARATION 147 S. Vichaphund and D. Atong POROUS CERAMICS FOR HOT GAS CLEANING; DEGRADATION MECHANISMS OF SiC-BASED FILTERS CAUSED BY LONG TERM WATER VAPOUR EXPOSURE 155 Pirjo Laurila and Tapio Mantyla IV. Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs): Materials and Technologies DEVELOPMENT OF NANO-STRUCTURED YSZ ELECTROLYTE LAYERS FOR SOFC APPLICATIONS VIA SOL-GEL ROUTE 165 Feng Han, Tim Van Gestel, Robert Mücke, and Hans-Peter Buchkremer DEVELOPMENT OF SINGLE-CHAMBER SOLID OXIDE FUEL CELLS: PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION AND MICRO-STACK DESIGNS 173 Bo Wei, Zhe Lü, Xiqiang Huang, Mingliang Liu, Dechang Jia, and Wenhui Su DEVELOPMENT OF BUNDLE/STACK FABRICATION TECHONOLOGY FOR MICRO SOFCS 179 Toshio Suzuki, Toshiaki Yamaguchi, Yoshinobu Fujishiro, Masanobu Awano, and Yoshihiro Funahashi AN OVERVIEW OF SCANDIA STABILIZED ZIRCONIA ELECTROLYTE DEVELOPMENT FOR SOFC APPLICATION 185 K. Ukai, M. Yokoyama, J. Shimano, Y. Mizutani, and O. Yamamoto FABRICATION OF Ni-GDC ANODE SUBSTRATE BY TAPE CASTING PROCESS 191 Fu Chang Jing, Chan Siew Hwa, Liu Qing Lin, and Ge Xiao Ming V. Ceramics in Environmental Applications INFLUENCE OF LATTICE STRAIN ON THE Ce0 5Zr0 502 AND Al203 DOPED Ce0.5Zr0.5O2 CATALYTIC POWDERS 199 Chia-Che Chuang, Hsing-I Hsiang, and Fu-Su Yen MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES OF CORDIERITE-BONDED POROUS SiC CERAMICS PREPARED BY IN SITU REACTION BONDING 207 Shifeng Liu, Yu-Ping Zeng, and Dongliang Jiang FABRICATION OF LIGHTWEIGHT CLAY BRICKS FROM RECYCLED GLASS WASTES 213 Vorrada Loryuenyong, Thanapan Panyachai, Kanyarat Kaewsimork, and Chatnarong Siritai THE PERFORMANCE OF GEOPOLYMER BASED ON RECYCLED CONCRETE SLUDGE 221 Z.X. Yang, N.R. Ha, M.S. Jang, K.H. Hwang, B.S. Jun, and J.K.Lee STRUCTURE AND MICROWAVE DIELECTRIC PROPERTIES OF THE 2.02L¡2O-1Nb?O5-1T¡O2 CERAMICS 225 Qun Zeng, Wei Li, and Jing-kun Guo PHOTOLUMINESCENCE PROPERTIES AND X-RAY PHOTOELECTRON SPECTROSCOPY OF ZnO MICROTUBES SYNTHESIZED BY AN AQUEOUS SOLUTION METHOD 231 Liwei Lin, Masayoshi Fuji, Hideo Watanabe, and Minoru Takahashi THE DYNAMICS OF WATER MOLECULES ON YV04 PHOTO- CATALYST SURFACE 237 Mitsutake Oshikiri, Akiyuki Matsushita, Jinhua Ye, and Mauro Boero PREPARATION OF SILICON CARBIDE HOLLOW SPHERES BY A TEMPLATE METHOD 243 Lei Zhang, Jiu-jun Yang, Xue-ping Wang, and Feng-chun Wei NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING OF DEFECT IN A C/SÍC COMPOSITE 249 Hui Mei, Xiaodong Deng, and Laifei Cheng VI. Advanced Structural Ceramics FABRICATION OF BARIUM ALUMINOSILICATE-SILICON NITRIDE-CARBON NANOTUBE COMPOSITES BY PRESSURELESS SINTERING 259 Bo Wang, Jian-Feng Yang, Ji-Qiang Gao, and Koiichi Niihara NONLINEAR FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS OF CONVECTIVE HEAT TRANSFER STEADY THERMAL STRESSES IN A Zr02/FGMATi-6AI-4V COMPOSITE EFBF PLATE WITH TEMPERATURE-DEPENDENT MATERIAL PROPERTIES 265 Yangjian Xu, Daihui Tu, and Chunping Xiao EFFECT OF MULLITE GRAINS ORIENTATION ON TOUGHNESS OF MULLITE/ZIRCONIA COMPOSITES 273 Y. K. Tür, A. E. Sünbül, H. Yilmaz, and C. Duran CONTROLLED CRYSTALLISATION OF GRAIN BOUNDARY-TYPE Y-SIALON GLASS TYPICAL OF THOSE FOUND IN SILICON NITRIDE CERAMICS 279 Michael J. Pomeroy and Stuart Hampshire HIGH TEMPERATURE COMPRESSION CREEP BEHAVIOR OF AMORPHOUS Si-B-C-N CERAMICS IN CONTROLLED ATMOSPHERE 285 Ravi Kumar, C. Eswarapragada, A. Zimmermann, and F. Aldinger FABRICATION AND PROPERTIES OF SÍ3N4/BN COMPOSITE CERAMICS BY PRESSURELESS SINTERING WITH Yb203-Al203-Y203 AS SINTERING ADDITIVES 291 Yongfeng Li, Ping Liu, Guanjun Qiao, Jianfeng Yang, Haiyun Jin, Xiangdong Wang, and Guojun Zhang EFFECT OF B4C ADDITIONS ON THE PRESSURELESS SINTERING OF ZrB2-SiC ULTRA-HIGH TEMPERATURE CERAMICS 297 Hui Zhang, Yongjie Yan, Zhengren Huang, Xuejian Liu, and Dongliang Jiang TRANSLUCENT AND TOUGHENED Dy-a-SiAION CERAMICS WITH LiF AS SINTERING ADDITIVE 303 Qian Liu, Junming Xue, and Wei He PROPERTIES OF SILICON CARBIDE CERAMIC FROM GELCASTING AND PRESSURELESS SINTERING 309 Jingxian Zhang, Dongliang Jiang, Qingling Lin, Zhongming Chen, and Zhengren Huang MICROWAVE DIELECTRIC PROPERTIES OF Nb203-Zn0.95Mg0.05TiO3+0.25TiO2 CERAMICS WITH Bi203 ADDITION 315 Ying-Chieh Lee, Hui-Hsiang Huang, Wen-Hsi Lee, Yen-Lin Huang, and Shin-Feng Chien FABRICATION OF YTTRIA-STABILIZED ZIRCONIA CERAMICS WITH RETICULATED PORE MICROSTRUCTURE BY FREEZE-DRYING 321 Yuan Zhang, Kaihui Zuo, and Yu-Ping Zeng THE NOTCHED BALL TEST—A NEW STRENGTH TEST FOR CERAMIC SPHERES 327 Peter Supancic, Robert Danzer, Zhonghua Wang, Stefan Witschnig, and Oskar Schöppl LIQUID PHASE SINTERED á-SILICON CARBIDE WITH AIN-Re203 AS SINTERING ADDITIVE 337 Yuhong Chen, Laner Wu, Yong Jiang, Youjun Lu, and Zhenkun Huang PREPARATION OF Si3N4 CERAMICS FROM LOW-COST Si3N4 POWDER WITH HIGHER ß PHASE AND OXYGEN CONTENT 345 Yong Jiang, Laner Wu, Fei Han, and Zhenkun Huang MICROSTRUCTURE OF LIQUID PHASE SINTERED SILICON CARBIDE CERAMICS WITH HIGH FRACTURE TOUGHNESS 349 Yong Jiang, Laner Wu, Yuhong Chen, and Zhenkun Huang VII. Advanced Ceramic Coatings DEVELOPMENT OF ELECTROSPINNING TITANIA WEB FROM SUSPENSION 357 W. D. Teng and Nassya M. Said HIGH-SPEED ENGINEERING CERAMIC COATING BY LASER CHEMICAL VAPOR DEPOSITION 363 Takashi Goto, Teiichi Kimura, and Rong Tu A REVIEW OF NANOCRYSTALLINE DIAMOND/ß-SiC COMPOSITE FILMS 371 Vadali. V. S. S. Srikanth, Thorsten Staedler, and Xin Jiang EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE FIELD ON DEPOSITION OF BORON CARBIDE COATING FORM BCI3-CH4-H2 SYSTEM 379 Yongsheng Liu, Litong Zhang, Laifei Cheng, Wenbin Yang, Weihua Zhang, and Yongdong Xu EFFECT OF DEPOSITION RATE ON MICROSTRUCTURE AND THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY OF YSZ FILMS PREPARED BY MOCVD 387 Rong Tu and Takashi Goto VIII. Novel Processing of Ceramics PREPARATION OF Na-ß"-AI203 GREEN BODIES THROUGH NONAQUEOUS GEL-CASTING PROCESS 397 Xiaogang Xu, Zhaoyin Wen, Ning Li, Xiangwei Wu, Jiu Lin, and Zhonghua Gu ROD-LIKE ß-SIALON POWDER PREPARED BY A NEW N2-ASSISTED CARBOTHERMAL REDUCTION OF CARBON AND ALUMINUM NANOCASTED MESOPOROUS SILICA 403 Tongping Xiu, Qian Liu, Minghui Wang, and Qiang Yan CERIA-STABILIZED ZIRCONIA/ALUMINA NANOCOMPOSITE SUITABLE FOR ELECTROPHORETIC DEPOSITION IN THE FABRICATION OF DENTAL RESTORATIONS 407 Takashi Nakakmura, Hisataka Nishida, Tohru Sekino, Xuehua Tang, and Hirofumi Yatani PREPARATION OF POROUS ALUMINA BY GEL-CASTING PROCESS USING COMMERCIAL STARCHES AS A GELLING AGENT 413 Vorrada Loryuenyong, Ajcharaporn Aontee, Daruni Kaeoklom, and Adisorn Sridej THE EFFECT OF POLYVINYL ALCOHOL ON THE MICROSTRUCTURE OF THE POROUS Ti02 SHEETS FABRICATED BY FREEZE TAPE-CASTING 417 Linlin Ren, Yu-Ping Zeng, and Dongliang Jiang PRECERAMIC PAPER DERIVED FIBRILLAR CERAMICS 421 Cynthia M. Gomes, Bjoern Gutbrod, Nahum Travitzky, Tobias Fey, and Peter Greil IX. Composites IN-SITU SYNTHESYS AND PROPERTIES OF TiB2/Ti3SiC2 COMPOSITES 431 Wei Gu, Jian Yang, and Tai Qiu EFFECT OF La203 ADDITIVE ON MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES OF Si3N4-AIN COMPOSITE CERAMICS 437 Peng Xu, Jian Yang, and Tai Qiu VAPOR SILICON INFILTRATION FOR FIBER REINFORCED SILICON CARBIDE MATRIX COMPOSITES 443 Qing Zhou, Shaoming Dong, Haijun Zhou, and Dongliang Jiang TAILING PROPERTIES OF C/SiC COMPOSITES VIA MODIFICATION OF MATRIX COMPOSITION 449 Shaoming Dong, Zhen Wang, Yusheng Ding, Xiangyu Zhang, Ping He, and Le Gao STATUS AND CRITICAL ISSUES OF SiC/SiC COMPOSITES FOR FUSION APPLICATIONS 455 Zhou Xingui, Yu Haijiao, Cao Yingbin, Liu Rongjun, Wang Honglei, Zhao Shuang, and Luo Zheng PREPARATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF C/SiC-ZrB2 COMPOSITES VIA PRECURSOR INFILTRATION AND PYROLYSIS PROCESS 467 Jun Wang, Haifeng Hu, Yudi Zhang, Qikun Wang, and Xinbo He FABRICATION OF Cf/SiC-BN COMPOSITES USING POLYCARBOSILANE(PCS)- BORON-SiC FOR MATRIX DERIVATION 473 Zhen Wang, Shaoming Dong, Le Gao, Haijun Zhou, Jinshan Yang, and Dongliang Jiang SINTERABILITY, THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY AND MICROWAVE ATTENUATION PERFORMANCE OF AIN-SiC SYSTEM WITH DIFFERENT SiC CONTENTS 479 Wenhui Lu, Xiaoyun Li, Weihua Cheng, and Tai Qiu EFFECT OF ALKALINE EARTH OXIDES ON DIELECTRIC PROPERTIES OF POLYCRYSTALLINE BaTi205 PREPARED BY ARC MELTING 485 Xinyan Yue, Rong Tu, Takashi Goto, and Hongqiang Ru JOINING AND INTEGRATION OF ADVANCED CARBON-CARBON AND CARBON-SILICON CARBIDE COMPOSITES TO METALLIC SYSTEMS 493 M. Singh and R. Asthana JOINING OF ZIRCONIUM DIBORIDE-BASED CERAMIC COMPOSITES TO METALLIC SYSTEMS FOR HIGHTEMPERATURE APPLICATIONS 505 M. Singh and R. Asthana X. Bioceramics PREPARATION AND CHARACTERISATION OF PLGA-COATED POROUS BIOACTIVE GLASS-CERAMIC SCAFFOLDS FOR SUBCHONDRAL BONE TISSUE ENGINEERING 517 Timothy Mark O'Shea and Xigeng Miao CERAMIC MATERIALS FOR BONE TISSUE REPLACEMENT AND REGENERATION 525 W. Swieszkowski, Z. Jaegermann, D.W. Hutmacher, and K. J. Kurzydlowski CHEMICAL INTERACTION BETWEEN HYDROXYAPATITE AND ORGANIC MOLECULES IN BIOMATERIALS 531 K. Tsuchiya, T. Yoshioka, T. Ikoma, and J. Tanaka POROUS Al203 PREPARED VIA FREEZE CASTING AND ITS BIOCOMPATIBILITY 537 Jing Li, Kaihui Zuo, Wenjuan Liu, Yu-Ping Zeng, Fu-Qiang Zhang, and Dongliang Jiang XI. Laser Ceramics PREPARATION OF TRANSPARENT CERAMIC Nd:YAG WITH MgO AS ADDITIVE 547 Yongchao Li, Tiecheng Lu, Nian Wei, Ruixiao Fang, Benyuan Ma, and Wei Zhang SYNTHESIS OF La, Yb CODOPED Y203 POWDER AND LASER CERAMICS 553 Yihua Huang , Dongliang Jiang , Jingxian Zhang , and Qingling Lin MICROCRYSTALLIZATION IN OXYFLUORIDE Nd3+ DOPED GLASS DUE TO LASER IRRADIATION 561 S. González-Pérez, P. Haro-González, and I. R. Martin OPTICAL GAIN BY UPCONVERSION IN Tm-Yb OXYFLUORIDE GLASS CERAMIC 567 P. Haro-González, F. Lahoz, I. R. Martin, S. González-Pérez, and N. E. Capuj FEMTOSECOND LASER MODIFICATION ON STRONTIUM BARIUM NIOBATE GLASSES DOPED WITH Er3+ IONS 573 P. Haro-González, I. R. Martín, S. González-Pérez, L. L. Martin, F. Lahoz, D. Puerto, and J. Soli's INFLUENCE OF POWDER TYPE ON THE DENSIFICARON OF TRANSPARENT MgAI204 SPINEL 579 Adrian Goldstein, Ayala Goldenberg, and Meir Hefetz SINTERING EVOLUTION OF NOVEL Nd:YAG POWDERS WITH TEOS AS ADDITIVE 585 Ruixiao Fang, Tiecheng Lu, Nian Wei, Yongchao Li, Wei Zhang, and Benyuan Ma THE EFFECT OF La203 ON THE PROPERTIES OF Nd3+-DOPED YTTRIUM LANTHANUM OXIDE TRANSPARENT CERAMICS 591 Hongxu Zhou, Qiuhong Yang, and Jun Xu Lu203:Eu3+ ULTRADISPERSED POWDERS AND TRANSLUCENT CERAMICS 597 R.P. Yavetskiy, E. A. Vovk, M. B. Kosmyna, Z. P. Sergienko, A. V. Tolmachev, V. M. Puzikov, B. P. Nazarenko, and A. N. Shekhovtsov FABRICATION AND SPECTROSCOPIC PROPERTIES OF Nd:Lu203 TRANSPARENT CERAMICS FOR LASER MEDIA 605 Ding Zhou, Yan Cheng, Yu Ying Ren, Ying Shi, and Jian Jun Xie FABRICATION AND LASER PERFORMANCE OF (Ybo.osYo.gs-xLa^Os CERAMICS 611 Qiuhong Yang, Chuanguo Dou, Hongxu Zhou.Qiang Hao, Wenxue Li, and Heping Zeng A STUDY ON THE ZnO-AI203-Si02 SYSTEM NdF3-DOPED TRANSPARENT FLUORIDE-OXIDE GLASS-CERAMICS 617 Jing Shao, Guohui Feng , Hongbo Zhang , Guangyuan Ma , and Chunhui Su SYNTHESIS OF NANO-SIZED Lu203 POWDER FOR TRANSPARENT CERAMICS FABRICATION USING CARBONATE DERIVED PRECURSORS 623 Xiaodong Li, Xudong Sun, Ji-Guang Li, Zhimeng Xiu, Di Huo, and Yan Liu PREPARATION AND INVESTIGATION OF TRANSPARENT YAG CERAMICS DOPED WITH d1 IONS 629 V. B. Kravchenko, Yu. L. Kopylov, S. N. Bagayev, V. V .Shemet, A. A. Komarov, and L. Yu. Zaharov PREPARATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF NEODYMIUM- DOPED LZS TRANSPARENT GLASS-CERAMICS 635 Hongbo Zhang, Yimin Wang, Guang Cui, Jing Shao, Huashan Zhang, and Chunhui Su PREPARATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF ZnO-AI203-Si02 TRANSPARENT GLASS-CERAMICS 639 Jing Shao, Guohui Feng, Hongbo Zhang, Guangyuan Ma, and Chunhui Su LUMINESCENCE OF Yb3+, Ho3+: Lu203 NANOCRYSTALLINE POWDERS AND SINTERED CERAMIC 645 Liqiong An, Jian Zhang, Guohong Zhou, and Shiwei Wang MIRRORLESS CONTINUOUS WAVE LASER EMISSION FROM Nd:YAG CERAMIC FEMTOSECOND-WRITTEN WAVEGUIDES 649 A. Benayas, D. Jaque, A. Rodenas, E. Cantelar, L. Roso, and G. A. Torchia Author Index 655

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Book SynopsisThis compilationis a useful one-stop resource for understanding the most important issues in advances in electroceramic materials, covering topics such as design, synthesis, characterization, and properties and applications. This volume contains a collection of papers from the Advanced Dielectric Materials and Electronic Devices and Electroceramics Technologies symposia held during MS&T 08.Table of ContentsPreface ix DESIGN, SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION Ceramic-Polymer Dielectric Composites Produced via Directional Freezing 3 E.P. Gorzkowski and M.-J. Pan Low-Temperature Fabrication of Highly Loaded Dielectric Films Made of Ceramic-Polymer Composites for 3D Integration 11 Jong-hee Kim, Eunhae Koo, Young Joon Yoon, and Hyo Tae Kim Effect of Rare Earth Elements Doping on the Electrical Properties of (Ba,Sr)Ti03 Thin Film Capacitors 21 N. Kamehara and K. Kurihara Microwave Processing of Dielectrics for High Power Microwave Applications 27 Isabel K. Lloyd, Yuval Carmel, Otto C. Wilson, Jr., and Gengfu Xu Ferroelectric Domains in Lead Free Piezoelectric Ceramics 33 Toshio Ogawa and Masahito Furukawa Fabrication of SrTi4Bi4015 Piezoelectric Ceramics with Oriented Structure Using Magnetic Field-Assisted Shaping and Subsequent Sintering Processing (MFSS) 39 Satoshi Tanaka, Kazunori Mishina and Keizo Uematsu Recent Investigations of Sr-Ca-Co-0 Thermoelectric Materials 47 W. Wong-Ng, G. Liu, M. Otani, E. L. Thomas, N. Lowhorn, M.L. Green, and J.A. Kaduk Preparation of Low-Loss Titanium Dioxide for Microwave Frequency Applications 59 L. Zhang, K. Shqau, H. Verweij, G. Mumcu, K. Sertel, and J.L. Volakis Analytic Methods for Determination of Activation Energy Using the Master Sintering Curve Approach 67 Matthew Schurwanz and Stephen J. Lombardo Surface Analysis of Nano-Structured Carbon Nitride Films for Microsensors 79 Choong W. Chang, Ju N. Kim, Yoen H. Jeong, Young J. Seo, S. Chowdhury, and Sung P. Lee Gas Permeability in Nanoporous Substrates 89 S. J. Lombardo, J.W. Yun, and S. Patel PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS Texturing of PMN-PT Ceramics via Templated Grain Growth (TGG): Issues and Perspectives 101 Mohammad E. Ebrahimi Electrical Characterization and Dielectric Relaxation of Au/Porous Silicon Contacts 113 M. Chavarria and F. Fonthai Structural and Dielectric Properties of the Naa5Bia5Ti03-NaTa03 Ceramic System 121 Jakob König, Matja Spreitzer, Bostjan Jancar, and Danilo Suvorov Piezoelectric Behavior of the Blended Systems (NYLON 6/NYLON 11) 129 S.A. Pande, D.S. Kelkar, and D.R. Peshwe Dielectric Properties of BaTi03 Doped with Er203, Yb203 Based on Intergranular Contacts Model 137 Vojislav Mitic, V. Paunovic, D. Mancic, Lj. Kocic, Lj. Zivkovic, and V.B. Pavlovic Dielectric Properties of ACu3Ti4012-type Perovskites 145 Matthew C. Ferrarelli, Derek C. Sinclair and Anthony R. West Dielectric Properties of Rare Earth Doped Sr-M Hexaferrites 155 Anterpreet Singh, S. Bindra Narang, Kulwant Singh, and R.K. Kotnala High Temperature Piezoelectric Properties of Some Bismuth Layer-Structured Ferroelectric Ceramics 167 Tadashi Takenaka, Hajime Nagata, Toji Tokutsu, Kazuhiro Miyabayashi, and Yuji Hiruma Effective Size of Vacancies in the âÃ^÷^Ïâ,ÔßÏ^ Superstructure 177 Rick Ubic, Ganesanpotti Subodh, Mailadil T. Sebastian, Delphine Gout and Thomas Proffen Effect of Dopants and Processing on the Microstructure and Dielectric Properties of CaCu3Ti4012 (CCTO) 187 Barry Bender and M. Pan Author Index 199

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Book SynopsisThis book serves as a valuable reference for the researchers and technologists interested in innovative approaches to the synthesis and processing of ceramics and composites, as well as their properties.Table of ContentsPreface. MICROWAVE PROCESSING. Continuous Microwave-Driven Polyol Process for Synthesizing Ytterbium-Doped Yttria Powder (M. A. Imam, A. W. Fliflet, K. L. Siebach, A. David, R. W. Bruce, S. B. Qadri, C. R. Feng and S. H. Gold). Microwave Irradiation-Assisted Method for the Rapid Synthesis of Fine Particles of α-Al2O3and α-(Al1-xCrx)2O3and Their Coatings on Si(100) (Anshita Gairola, A. M. Umarji, and S. A. Shivashankar). CHEMICAL VAPOR DEPOSITION. Synthesis and Characterization of Si/Si2N20/Si3N4 Composites from Solid-Gas Precursor System Via CVD (J. C. Flores-Garcia, A. L. Leal-Cruz, and M. I. Pech-Canul). Effect of Flow Rate, Nitrogen Precursor and Diluent on Si2N2ODeposition by HYSYCVD (A. L. Leal-Cruz, M. I. Pech-Canul, E. Lara-Curzio, R. M. Trejo, and R. Peascoe). COMBUSTION SYNTHESIS. MgAl2O4/SiC Composite Ceramic Material Produced by Combustion Synthesis (Podbolotov Kirill Borisovich and Diatlova Evgenija Mihajlovna). Finite Element Analysis of Self-Propagating High-Temperature Synthesis of Strontium-Doped Lanthanum Manganate (Sidney Lin and Jiri Selig). REACTION FORMING AND POLYMER PROCESSING. Comparison of Bulk and Nanoscale Properties of Polymer Precursor Derived Silicon Carbide with Sintered Silicon Carbide (Arif Rahman, Suraj C. Zunjarra, and R. P. Singh). Process Design and Production of Boron Trichloride from Native Boron Carbide in Lab-Scale (D. Agaogullari and I. Duman). SINTERING AND HOT PRESSING. Spark Plasma Sintered Alumina-Zirconia Nano-Composites by Addition of Hydroxyapatite (S. F. Li, H. Izui, M. Okano, W. H. Zhang, and T. Watanabe). Comparison of Slip Cast to Hot Pressed Boron Carbide (T. Sano, E.S.C. Chin, B. Paliwal, and M. W. Chen). AMORPHOUS CERAMICS. Mechanically Driven Amorphization and Bulk Nanocrystalline Synthesis of Ultra-High Temperature Ceramics (H. Kimura). Preparation and Characterization of Fused Silica Based Ceramic Cores Used in Superalloy Casting (M. Arin, S. Sevik, and A. B. Kayihan). COATINGS AND FILMS. Photon Effects in Ultra-Thin Oxide Films: Synthesis and Functional Properties (S. Ramanathan, M. Tsuchiya, C. L. Chang, and C. Ko). Faradayic Process for Electrophoretic Deposition of Thermal Barrier Coatings for Use in Gas Turbine Engines (Joseph Kell and Heather McCrabb). A Novel Method to Spray Tungsten Carbide Using Low Pressure Cold Spray Technology (J. Wang and J. Villafuerte). COMPOSITES. Foreign Object Damage Versus Static Indentation Damage in an Oxide/Oxide Ceramic Matrix Composite (Sung R. Choi, Donald J. Alexander, and David C. Faucett). Distinguished Functions Making the Best Use of the Unique Composite Structures (Toshihiro Ishikawa). Effects of Environment on Creep Behavior of NEXTEL 720/ Alumina-Mullite Ceramic Composite at 1200 °C (C. L Genelin and M. B. Ruggles-Wrenn). Performance of Composite Materials in Corrosive Conditions: Evaluation of Adhesion Loss in Polymers Via Cathodic Disbondment and a Newly Developed NDE Technique (Davion Hill, Colin Scott, Ayca Ertekin, and Narasi Sridhar). Effect of Variations in Process Shear on the Mixedness of an Alumina-Titania System (C. August, M. Jitianu, and R. Haber). MODELING. Modeling of the Pressure in 1-D Green Ceramic Bodies during Depressurization from Conditions of Supercritical Extraction of Binder (Kumar Krishnamurthy and Stephen J. Lombardo). Models of the Strength of Green Ceramic Bodies as a Function of Binder Content and Temperature (Stephen J. Lombardo and Rajiv Sachanandani). Finite Element Modeling of Steel Wire Drawing through Dies Based on Encapsulated Hard Particles (Daniel J. Cunningham, Erik M. Byrne, Ivi Smid, John M. Keane). Author Index.

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Book SynopsisThis volume features papers from the Controlled Processing of Nanoparticle Structures and Composites symposia held during the 2008 Materials Science and Technology conference (MS&T08). It provides a useful one-stop resource for understanding the most important issues in controlled processing of nanoparticle structures and composites. Logically organized and carefully selected articles give insight into controlled processing of nanoparticle structures and composites, covering topics such as nanoparticle-based bulk material templating, the structure of nanoparticulate aggregates of titania as a function of shear, and the role of lattice vibrations in a nanoscale electronic device.Table of ContentsIntroduction Nanoparticle-Based Bulk Material TemplatingKathy Lu and Chase Hammond Controlling the Processing Parameters for Consolidation of Nanopowders into Bulk Nanostructured Material 11A. Sadek and H. G. Salem Large-Scale (>1GM) Synthesis of Single Grain Two-Phase BaTi03-Mno,5Zno,5Fe204 Nano-Composites with Controlled Shapes 23Yaodong Yang, Shashank Priya, Jie-Fang Li, and D. Viehland Properties of Alumina Dielectrics via Ink Jet Process 31Eunhae Koo, Yoo-Hwan Son, Hyunwoo Jang, Hyotae Kim, YoungjoonYoon, and Jong Hee Kim Formation of Electrodeposited Ni-AI203 Composite Coatings 37R. K. Saha, T. I. Khan, L. B. Glenesk, and I. U. Haq Characterization of Structures Grown Hydrothermally on Titanium Metal for Solar Application 45Judith D. Sorge and Dunbar P. Birnie, III Role of Lattice Vibrations in a Nanoscale Electronic Device 51Karel Knil Modification of Quartz Fabric with Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes for Multifunctional Polymer Composites 59A. N. Rider, E. S-Y. Yeo, N. Brack, B. W. Halstead, and P. J. Pigram Fabrication of Silicon-Based Ceramic Synthesized from Mesoporous Carbon-Silica Nanocomposites 71Kun Wang and Vi-Bing Cheng Synthesis and Characterization of Mesoporous Nanostructured Ti02-AI203 Photocatalytic System 79M. L. Garcia-Benjume, I. Espitia-Cabrera, and M. E. Contreras-Garcia Monodispersed Ultrafine Zeolite Crystal Particles by Microwave Hydrothermal Synthesis 91Michael Z. Hu, Lubna Khatri, and Michael T. Harris The Structure of Nanoparticulate Aggregates of Titania as a Function of Shear 111M. Jitianu, C. Rohn, and R. A. Haber Hierarchical Assembly of Hybrid Nanoapatites: Implications for Oral Drug Delivery and Implant-Biological Interfaces 123Rajendra Kasinath, Allen Braizer, Kithva Hariram Prakash, and Laurie Gower Ni-B Nanolayer Evolution on Boron Carbide Particle Surfaces at High Temperatures 133Kathy Lu and Xiaojing Zhu Author Index 143

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Book SynopsisThis book documents a special collection of articles from a select group of invited prominent scientists from academia, national laboratories and industry who presented their work at the symposia on Environmental and Energy Issues at the 2008 Materials Science and Technology (MS&T'08) conference held in Pittsburgh, PA. These articles represent a summary of the presentations focusing on topics in nuclear, environmental, and green engineering were held, including a discussion of Waste Glass Leach Testing and Modeling.Table of ContentsPreface ix CERAMICS AND GLASS FOR WASTE MINIMIZATION, STABILIZATION AND DISPOSITION Glasses for Immobilizing Lanthanide, Alkali, and Alkali-Earth Fission Products 3 J. V. Crum and J. D. Vienna Full-Scale Cold Crucible Test on Vitrification of Savannah River Site SB4 HLW Surrogate 9 A.P. Kobelev, S.V. Stefanovsky, V.V. Lebedev, M.A. Polkanov, V.V. Gorbunov, A.G. Ptashkin, O.A. Knyazev, J.C. Marra, and K.D. Gerdes Processing Fly Ash from Coal Burning Power Station in a Variable Radiofrequency Field 21 L. Barbieri, I. Lancellotti, F. Andreola, A. Corradi, C. Leonelli, and M. La Robina NETEC Cold Crucible Induction Melter Demonstration for SRNL with Simulated Sludge Batch 4 DWPF Waste 29 Michael E. Smith, Allan B. Barnes, Alex S. Choi, and James C. Marra Adsorption and Separation of Uranium Using Tungsten Oxides 39 Hamed Albusaidi and Allen W. Apblett Accelerated Processing of SB4 and Preparation for SB5 Processing at DWPF 47 C.C. Herman Effect of Compositional Changes on the Structure and Crystallization Tendency of a Borosilicate Glass Containing MoO©ý, 59 M. Magnin, S. Schuller, D. Caurant, 0. MajBrus, D. de Ligny, and C. Mercier The lmmobilisation of a Chloride Containing Actinide Waste Surrogate 69 in Calcium Aluminosilicate Glasses 69 J. M. Schofield, P. A. Bingham, R. J. Hand International Studies of Enhanced Waste Loading and Improved Melt Rate For High Alumina Concentration Nuclear Waste Glasses 81 Kevin M. Fox, David K. Peeler, James C. Marra, Albert Aloy, Roman Soshnikov, Alexander V. Trofimenko, John D. Vienna, Brian J. Riley, Dong-Sang Kim and Jarrod V. Crum Leach Testing Applied to the Investigation of Long-Term Behavior of High-Level Waste Glass: French Experience 93 S. Gin and P. Frugier SCKCEN R&D on the Interaction between Nuclear Waste Glass and Clay Near- and Far-Field Materials 103 Pierre Van Iseghem, Karel Lemmens, Elie Valcke and Marc Aertsens GLAMOR-Or How We Achieved a Common Understanding on the Decrease of Glass Dissolution Kinetics 115 P. Van Iseghem, M. Aertsens, S. Gin, D. Deneele, B. Grambow, D. Strachan, P. McGrail, and G. Wicks Characterization of Vitrified Savannah River Site SB4 Waste Surrogate Produced in Cold Crucible Induction Melter 127 S.V. Stefanovsky, J.C. Marra, and A.A. Akatov Accelerated Weathering of Waste Glass at 90°C with the Pressurized Unsaturated Flow (PUF) Apparatus: Implications for Predicting Glass Corrosion with a Reactive Transport Model 141 E. M. Pierce and D. H. Bacon The Product Consistency Test (PCT): How and Why it Was Developed 155 Carol M. Jantzen and Ned E. Bibler GREEN TECHNOLOGIES FOR MATERIALS MANUFACTURING AND PROCESSING Green Process for Recovery of Copper 171 Kevin N. Barber and Allen W. Apblett Exploiting Hall-Petch Strengthening for Sustainability 177 R. Heard, U. Erb, and G. Palumbo Novel Process Development with Continuous Casting and Precise Forging for AI-Si Alloys to Produce an Engine Piston 189 0. Umezawa, H. Takagi, T. Sekiguchi, T. Yamashita, and N. Miyamoto Pilot Testing of a Green, No-Waste Process to Maximize Value from Hot Aluminum Dross 201 0. R. Singleton Effect of Bismuth on the Tensile Properties and Dry Machining Performance of At-1 2.7 wt% Si Alloy 215 P. Chen, H. Hu, and A. T. Alpas Engineering Decisions to Green the Automobile Supply Chain 225 J. A. Isaacs, B. Dolinsky, D. M. Qualters, and J. T. Laird Novel Ceramic Forming Methods with a Reactive Organic Binder 235 Kimiyasu Sato, Yuji Hotta, Takaaki Nagaoka, Koji Watari, and Cihangir Duran Environmental Assessment of Manufacturing with Carbon Nanotubes 243 L. J. Dahlben and J.A. lsaacs Nitrate Fining and Emissions During Glass Manufacturing 255 Linda E. Jones and Shengchun Luo Low-Cost Solid Geopolymeric Material for Water Purification 265 M. Alshaaer, B. El-Eswed, R. I. Yousef, F. Khalili, and H. Khoury Exergy Analysis on Life Cycle of Ceramic Parts 273 Hideki Kita, Hideki Hyuga, Naoki Kondo, and Tatsuki Ohji Anion Exchange Property of As(lll), AsW, Se(lv), CrR(V1) and B(111) with Hydrotalcite-Like Compounds 283 Junji Shibata, Norihiro Murayama and Shigeno Matsumoto Preparation of Metal Oxide Photocatalyst by Soft Solution Process with Anion Exchange Resin 291 Yoshiyuki Kamo, Masayoshi Uno, and Shinsuke Yamanaka Photocatalytically Efficient Zinc Oxide Microstructural Assembly 299 I.H.J. Arellano and L.M. Payawan, Jr. Author Index 309

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate instructional guide to achieving success in the service sector Already responsible for employing the bulk of the U.S. workforce, service-providing industries continue to increase their economic dominance. Because of this fact, these companies are looking for talented new service systems engineers to take on strategic and operational challenges. This instructional guide supplies essential tools for career seekers in the service field, including techniques on how to apply scientific, engineering, and business management principles effectively to integrate technology into the workplace. This book provides: Broad-based concepts, skills, and capabilities in twelve categories, which form the Three-Decker Leadership Architecture, including creative thinking and innovations in services, knowledge management, and globalization Materials supplemented and enhanced by a large number of case studies and examples Skills for successful service engiTable of ContentsPreface xxi Acknowledgments xxix Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 Services versus Products 1 1.3 Service Sectors 7 1.4 System-Integrative View of Service Enterprises 10 1.5 Service Systems Engineering 14 1.6 Skill Sets for Service Systems Professionals 18 1.7 Roles of Technologists versus Managers/Leaders 23 1.8 Preparation of Service Systems Engineers/Leaders 25 1.9 Challenges in the New Millennium 27 1.10 Conclusions 27 1.11 References 28 1.12 Appendices 29 1.13 Questions 37 Part I The Functions of Engineering Management 39 Chapter 2 Planning 41 2.1 Introduction 41 2.2 New Business Technology Trends 41 2.3 Types of Planning 43 2.4 Strategic Planning 44 2.5 Participants in the Planning Process 52 2.6 Planning Roles of Engineering Managers 53 2.7 Tools for Planning 55 2.8 Planning Activities 60 2.9 Some Specific Advice on Planning 67 2.10 Planning in the Healthcare Industry 71 2.11 Conclusions 72 2.12 References 73 2.13 Questions 75 Chapter 3 Organizing 77 3.1 Introduction 77 3.2 The Concept of Structure Following Strategy 78 3.3 Activities of Organizing 80 3.4 Organizing One’s Own Workplace for Productivity 80 3.5 Developing Organizational Structure 83 3.6 Enhancing Corporate Performance by Organizing—Examples 92 3.7 Cross-Functional Teams 103 3.8 Delegating 107 3.9 Establishing Working Relationships 109 3.10 Informal Organizations 112 3.11 Conclusions 113 3.12 References 114 3.13 Appendix—Definitions 115 3.14 Questions 116 Chapter 4 Leading 119 4.1 Introduction 119 4.2 Leading Activities 119 4.3 Deciding 120 4.4 Communicating 135 4.5 Motivating 139 4.6 Selecting Engineering Employees 142 4.7 Developing People 147 4.8 Special Topics on Leading 148 4.9 Conclusions 152 4.10 References 153 4.11 Appendices 154 4.12 Questions 156 Chapter 5 Controlling 161 5.1 Introduction 161 5.2 Setting Performance Standards 161 5.3 Benchmarking 163 5.4 Talent Management 167 5.5 Means of Control 169 5.6 General Comments 170 5.7 Control of Management Time 170 5.8 Control of Personnel 172 5.9 Control of Business Relationships 174 5.10 Control of Projects 174 5.11 Control of Quality 175 5.12 Control of Knowledge 184 5.13 Conclusions 185 5.14 References 186 5.15 Questions 187 Part II Business Fundamental for Service Systems Engineers and Leaders 191 Chapter 6 Cost Accounting and Control 193 6.1 Introduction 193 6.2 Service/Product Costing 193 6.3 Application of ABC in Various Service Sectors 198 6.4 Application of ABC in the Manufacturing Sector 207 6.5 Target Costing 211 6.6 Risk Analysis and Cost Estimation under Uncertainty 211 6.7 Management of Overhead Costs 223 6.8 Miscellaneous Topics 223 6.9 Conclusions 231 6.10 References 232 6.11 Appendices 234 6.12 Questions 249 Chapter 7 Financial Accounting and Management for Service Systems Engineers 256 7.1 Introduction 256 7.2 Financial Accounting Principles 257 7.3 Key Financial Statements 258 7.4 Fundamentals of Financial Analysis 272 7.5 Balanced Scorecard 282 7.6 Capital Formation 283 7.7 Capital Assets Valuation 294 7.8 Conclusions 308 7.9 References 309 7.10 Appendices 311 7.11 Questions 317 Chapter 8 Marketing Management for Service Systems Engineers 332 8.1 Introduction 332 8.2 The Function of Marketing 333 8.3 Market Forecast—Four-Step Process 340 8.4 Market Segmentation 342 8.5 Marketing Mix (Seven Ps) 346 8.6 Customers 376 8.7 Other Factors Affecting Marketing Success 382 8.8 Conclusions 384 8.9 References 385 8.10 Appendices 387 8.11 Questions 388 Part III SSME Leadership in the New Millennium 391 Chapter 9 Service Systems Management and Engineering Leaders 395 9.1 Introduction 395 9.2 New Competency Model for Service Leaders 396 9.3 Total Leadership 401 9.4 Leading Change 402 9.5 Leadership Styles, Qualities, and Attributes 403 9.6 Leaders and Managers 413 9.7 Factors Affecting the Promotion to Manager 415 9.8 Leadership Skills for the Twenty-First Century 419 9.9 Unique Contributions Expected of SSME Leaders 423 9.10 Career Strategies for the Twenty-First Century 428 9.11 “Take Charge” to “Get Success” Formulae 428 9.12 Conclusions 430 9.13 References 430 9.14 Appendices 432 9.15 Questions 436 Chapter 10 Ethics in Service Systems Management and Engineering 439 10.1 Introduction 439 10.2 Ethics in the Workplace 442 10.3 Guidelines for Making Tough Ethical Decisions 451 10.4 Corporate Ethics Programs 454 10.5 Affirmative Action and Workforce Diversity 457 10.6 Global Issues of Ethics 459 10.7 Philosophical Approach of Addressing Ethics Issues 468 10.8 Conclusions 468 10.9 References 469 10.10 Questions 471 Chapter 11 Knowledge Management 475 11.1 Introduction 475 11.2 Basics of Knowledge Management (KM) 475 11.3 Management of KM Programs 486 11.4 Knowledge Management Practices in Service and Manufacturing Sectors 489 11.5 New Frontiers of Knowledge Management 499 11.6 Conclusions 500 11.7 References 501 11.8 Questions 503 Chapter 12 Innovations in Services 505 12.1 Introduction 505 12.2 Creativity and Creative Thinking Strategies 505 12.3 Fundamentals of Innovation 519 12.4 Innovation Management 528 12.5 Selected Innovation Practices in the Service Sectors 538 12.6 Conclusions 543 12.7 References 543 12.8 Appendices 546 12.9 Questions 552 Chapter 13 Operational Excellence—Lean Six Sigma, Web-Based Applications, and SOA 554 13.1 Introduction 554 13.2 The New Revolution in Productivity 555 13.3 Lean Six Sigma for Services—The SERVICE Model 558 13.4 Internet-based Applications for Service Management 561 13.5 Web Services 585 13.6 Service-oriented Architecture (SOA) 586 13.7 Conclusions 594 13.8 References 595 13.9 Questions 597 Chapter 14 Globalization 599 14.1 Introduction 599 14.2 Global Trade and Commerce 600 14.3 The Great Philosophical Debate about Globalization 610 14.4 New Opportunities Offered by Globalization 613 14.5 Preparation for Globalization 618 14.6 Past Practices Related to Globalization 630 14.7 Developing Global Strategies for Service Businesses 633 14.8 Future Trends 634 14.9 The Global Challenges Ahead 641 14.10 Conclusions 650 14.11 Summary Remarks for the Text 651 14.12 References 655 14.13 Questions 658 Appendix: Selected Cases Relevant to Service Systems Management and Engineering 661 Index 667

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Book SynopsisPublished in 1991, the first edition of Forecasting and Management of Technology was one of the leading handful of books to deal with the topic of forecasting of technology and technology management as this discipline was emerging.The new, revised edition of this book will build on this knowledge in the context of business organizations that now place a greater emphasis on technology to stay on the cutting edge of development.The scope of this edition has broadened to include management of technology content that is relevant to now to executives in organizations while updating and strengthening the technology forecasting and analysis content that the first edition is reputed for. Updated by the original author team, plus new author Scott Cunningham, the book takes into account what the authors see as the innovations to technology management in the last 17 years: the Internet; the greater focus on group decision-making including process management and mechanism Table of ContentsAcknowledgments xv 1 Introduction 1 1.1 About This Book 1 1.2 Technology and Society 2 1.2.1 Social Change 3 1.2.2 Technological Change 4 1.3 Management and the Future 6 1.3.1 Management and Innovation Processes 7 1.3.2 The Role of Technology Forecasting 9 1.3.3 The Importance of Technology Forecasting 10 1.3.4 The Role of Social Forecasting 12 1.4 Conclusions 13 References 13 2 Technology Forecasting 15 2.1 What Is Technology Forecasting? 15 2.1.1 Models of Technology Growth and Diffusion 17 2.1.2 Technology Forecasting in Context 18 2.1.3 What Makes a Forecast Good? 20 2.1.4 Common Errors in Forecasting Technology 21 2.2 Methodological Foundations 23 2.2.1 The Technology Delivery System 24 2.2.2 Inquiring Systems 28 2.3 Technology Forecasting Methods 31 2.3.1 Overview of the Most Frequently Used Forecasting Methods 33 2.3.2 Method Selection 37 2.4 Conclusion 37 References 38 3 Managing the Forecasting Project 40 3.1 Information Needs of the Forecasting Project 40 3.1.1 The Technology Manager’s Needs 42 3.1.2 The Forecast Manager’s Needs 43 3.1.3 Information about Team Members 44 3.2 Planning the Technology Forecast 46 3.3 Team Organization, Management, and Communications 47 3.3.1 Organizing and Managing the Technology Forecast 50 3.3.2 Communications 54 3.3.3 Summary Conclusions about Project Management and Organization 55 3.4 Success: The Right Information at the Right Time 56 3.5 Project Scheduling 57 3.5.1 Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) 58 3.5.2 Gantt Chart 60 3.5.3 Project Accountability Chart (PAC) 60 3.5.4 Project Scheduling Software 61 3.6 Conclusions 62 References 62 4 Exploring 65 4.1 Establishing the Context—the TDS 65 4.1.1 Societal and Institutional Contexts 66 4.1.2 Technology Context 67 4.1.3 Stakeholders 68 4.1.4 Understanding the TDS 69 4.1.5 An Example TDS Model 70 4.2 Monitoring 72 4.2.1 Why Monitor? 74 4.2.2 Who Should Monitor? 75 4.2.3 Monitoring Strategy 76 4.2.4 Monitoring Focused on Management of Technology Issues 79 4.2.5 Monitoring Focused on the Stage of the Technology Development 81 4.3 The Stimulation of Creativity 81 4.3.1 Five Elements of Creativity 81 4.3.2 Group Creativity 92 4.4 Conclusion 95 References 95 5 Gathering and Using Information 98 5.1 Expert Opinion 99 5.1.1 Selecting Experts 99 5.1.2 Selecting Expert Opinion Techniques 100 5.2 Gathering Information on the Internet 105 5.2.1 Science and Technology on the Internet 106 5.2.2 Society and Culture on the Internet 109 5.3 Structuring the Search 113 5.4 Preparing Search Results 116 5.5 Using Search Results 117 5.6 Developing Science, Technology, and Social Indicators 119 5.6.1 Science and Technology Indicators 119 5.6.2 Social Indicators 122 5.7 Communicating Search Results 122 5.8 Conclusions 123 References 124 6 Analyzing Phase 129 6.1 Perspective on Data and Methods 129 6.1.1 Overview and Caveats 130 6.1.2 Internet Time Series Data and Trends 132 6.1.3 Analytical Modeling 133 6.2 Linear Regression and Extensions 134 6.3 Growth Models 138 6.3.1 The Models 138 6.3.2 Dealing with the Data 143 6.3.3 Regression and Growth Modeling: What Can Go Wrong? 144 6.4 Simulation 145 6.4.1 Quantitative Cross-Impact Analysis 146 6.4.2 Qualitative Cross-Impact Analysis 152 6.5 Monte Carlo Simulation 153 6.5.1 Generating and Displaying Random Values 153 6.5.2 Sampling Multiple Random Variables 154 6.5.3 RFID Application in a Hospital Decision 156 6.6 System Dynamics 158 6.6.1 The System Dynamics Modeling Cycle 159 6.6.2 A Technology Forecasting Example: The Cable-to-the-Curb Model 162 6.7 Gaming 164 6.7.1 Decision Trees 165 6.7.2 Bayesian Estimation 166 6.7.3 Value of Information 167 6.7.4 Real Options Analysis 169 6.8 Software Suggestions 170 6.8.1 Software for Regression 170 6.8.2 Simulation Analysis Software 170 6.8.3 Software for Analysis of Decisions 170 6.8.4 Real Options Super Lattice Software 170 6.8.5 Software Sites 171 References 171 7 Focusing Phase: Using Scenario Analysis 174 7.1 Uncertainty 175 7.1.1 Uncertainty Frameworks 175 7.1.2 Source and Nature of Uncertainty 176 7.1.3 Uncertainty and the Adaptive Paradigm 177 7.1.4 Techniques for Addressing Uncertainty 177 7.2 Scenarios 178 7.2.1 Steps in Creating Scenarios 178 7.2.2 Types of Scenarios 182 7.3 Examples and Applications 184 7.3.1 Scenarios for Renewable Energy Planning 184 7.3.2 Pervasive Computing Scenarios 185 7.3.3 Scenarios for Social Change 186 7.4 Scenarios: Extensions and Advanced Techniques 187 7.4.1 Scenarios in Multimethodology Forecasts 187 7.4.2 Extensions of Scenario Analysis 189 7.5 Conclusions 191 References 192 8 Economic and Market Analysis 194 8.1 The Context 194 8.1.1 Markets and Innovation 197 8.1.2 Technology and Institutions 199 8.2 Forecasting the Market 203 8.2.1 The Consumer/Customer Marketplace 204 8.2.2 Qualitative Techniques for Appraising Market Potential 206 8.2.3 A Quantitative Approach—Adoption and Substitution: S-Curve Models 207 8.3 Forecasting the Economic Context 208 8.3.1 Macroeconomic Forecasting 209 8.3.2 Input-Output Analysis 210 8.3.3 General Equilibrium Models 214 8.3.4 Hedonic Technometrics 215 8.4 Forecasting in an Institutional Context 216 8.4.1 Institutional Arrangements and the Market 216 8.4.2 Game Theory 218 8.4.3 Agent-Based Models 219 8.5 Conclusion 219 References 220 9 Impact Assessment 223 9.1 Impact Assessment in Technology Forecasting 223 9.2 Impacts on Technology and Impacts of Technology 224 9.3 A Comprehensive Approach to Impact Assessment 225 9.4 Impact Identification 226 9.4.1 Scanning Techniques 226 9.4.2 Tracing Techniques 227 9.4.3 Narrowing the Impact Set and Estimating Effects 229 9.4.4 A Final Word 229 9.5 Impact Analysis 230 9.5.1 Analyzing Impacts on and Impacts of the Technology 230 9.5.2 Analyzing Technological Impacts 232 9.5.3 Analyzing Economic Impacts 234 9.5.4 Analyzing Environmental Impacts 234 9.5.5 Analyzing Social Impacts 238 9.5.6 Analyzing Institutional Impacts 239 9.5.7 Analyzing Political Impacts 240 9.5.8 Analyzing Legal and Regulatory Impacts 241 9.5.9 Analyzing Behavioral, Cultural, and Values Impacts 242 9.5.10 Analyzing Health-Related Impacts 243 9.6 Impact Evaluation 244 9.7 Conclusion 245 References 245 10 Cost-Benefit and Risk Analysis 248 10.1 Opportunity Costs and Choices 248 10.2 Cost-Benefit Analysis 249 10.2.1 Cost-Benefit Analysis within the Organization 249 10.2.2 Societal Stake and the Organizational Response 253 10.2.3 Cost-Benefit Analysis Methods 260 10.2.4 Economic Value Added 263 10.2.5 Earned Value Management 264 10.2.6 The Balanced Scorecard 265 10.3 Accounting for Risk and Uncertainty 265 10.3.1 Accounting for Risk within Organizations 265 10.3.2 Accounting for Risk—the Social Dimension 269 10.4 Concluding the Focusing Phase 273 References 274 11 Implementing the Technology 277 11.1 Forecasting Continues 277 11.2 Implementation Issues 278 11.3 Strategic Planning for Technology Implementation 278 11.4 Selecting from among Alternative Implementations of the Technology 279 11.4.1 Measurement 282 11.4.2 Interpretive Structural Modeling 284 11.4.3 Analytic Hierarchy Process 285 11.4.4 Wrap-Up 286 11.5 Technology Roadmapping 286 11.6 Summary and Concluding Observations 287 References 287 12 Managing the Present from the Future 289 12.1 The Overall Approach 289 12.2 Selecting Methods and Techniques 290 12.2.1 Using the TDS and the Major Families of Techniques 290 12.2.2 The 80–20 Rule 291 12.3 Alternative Perspectives 291 12.4 Learning from Past Forecasts and Assessments 293 12.5 Visions 295 12.6 A Final Word 295 References 296 Appendix A Case Study on Forecasting Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells 297 A.1 Framing the Case Study 297 A.1.1 Characterizing the Technology 298 A.1.2 Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells 299 A.2 Methods 299 A.2.1 Engaging Experts and Multipath Mapping 299 A.2.2 Developing the TDS 300 A.2.3 Tech Mining (Chapter 5) and Science Overlay Mapping 304 A.2.4 Trend Analyses 310 A.2.5 Cross-charting and Social Network Analyses 311 A.3 The Rest of the Story 313 A.3.1 Market Forecasts 314 A.3.2 Scenarios 315 A.3.3 Technology Assessment 315 A.3.4 Further Analyses and Communicating Results 316 References 316 Index 319

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Book SynopsisThis is the only book of its kind to focus on closed form solutions to micro-mechanical problems. This approach allows readers to easily understand the linear and nonlinear behavior of Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) and their design applications.Trade Review"It is ideal for radio frequency/electronics/sensor specialists who, for design purposes, would like to forego numerical nonlinear mechanical simulations. The closed-form solution approach will also appeal to device designers interested in performing large-scale parametric analysis." (PCBDesign007, 22 February 2011) Table of ContentsPREFACE. 1 INTRODUCTION. 1.1 Microelectromechanical Systems. 1.2 Coupled Systems. 1.3 Knowledge Required. 1.4 Dimensional Analysis. Problems. 2 MICROFABRICATION. 2.1 Bulk and Surface Micromachining. 2.2 Lithography. 2.3 Layer Deposition. 2.4 Layer Etching. 2.5 Fabrication Process Design. Problems. 3 STATICS. 3.1 Static Equilibrium. 3.2 Stress–Strain Relationship. 3.3 Thermal Stress. 3.4 Beam Behavior Subjected to a Torsional Moment. 3.5 Moment–Curvature Relationship. 3.6 Beam Equation. 3.7 Galerkin's Method. 3.8 Energy Method. 3.9 Energy Method for Beam Problems. Problems. 4 STATIC BEHAVIOR OF MICROSTRUCTURES. 4.1 Elements of Microstructures. 4.2 Stiffness of Commonly Used Beams. 4.3 Trusses. 4.4 Stiffness Transformation. 4.5 Static Behavior of Planar Structures. 4.6 Residual Stress. 4.7 Cubic Force of Structures. 4.8 Potential Energy. 4.9 Analogy Between Potential Energies. Problems. 5 DYNAMICS. 5.1 Cubic Equation. 5.2 Description of Motion. 5.3 Governing Equations of Dynamics. 5.4 Energy Conversion Between Potential and Kinetic Energy. 5.5 Free Vibration of Undamped Systems. 5.6 Vibration of Damped Systems. 5.7 Multidegree-of-freedom systems. 5.8 Continuous Systems. 5.9 Effective Mass, Damping, and Stiffness. 5.10 Systems with Repeated Structures. 5.11 Duffi ng's Equation. Problems. 6 FLUID DYNAMICS. 6.1 Viscous Flow. 6.2 Continuity Equation. 6.3 Navier–Stokes Equation. 6.4 Reynolds Equation. 6.5 Couette Flow. 6.6 Oscillating Plate in a Fluid. 6.7 Creeping Flow. 6.8 Squeeze Film. Problems. 7 ELECTROMAGNETICS. 7.1 Basic Elements of Electric Circuits. 7.2 Kirchhoff’s Circuit Laws. 7.3 Electrostatics. 7.4 Force and Moment Due to an Electric Field. 7.5 Electrostatic Forces and Moments Acting on Various Objects / 395 7.6 Electromagnetic Force / 410 7.7 Force Acting on a Moving Charge in Electric and Magnetic Fields / 418 7.8 Piezoresistance. 7.9 Piezoelectricity. Problems. 8 PIEZOELECTRIC AND THERMAL ACTUATORS. 8.1 Composite Beams. 8.2 Piezoelectric Actuators. 8.3 Thermal Actuators. Problems. 9 ELECTROSTATIC AND ELECTROMAGNETIC ACTUATORS. 9.1 Electrostatic Actuators. 9.2 Comb Drive Actuator. 9.3 Parallel-Plate Actuator. 9.4 Torsional Actuator. 9.5 Fixed–Fixed Beam Actuator. 9.6 Cantilever Beam Actuator. 9.7 Dynamic Response of Gap-Closing Actuators. 9.8 Approximation of Gap-Closing Actuators. 9.9 Electromagnetic Actuators. Problems. 10 SENSORS. 10.1 Force and Pressure Sensors. 10.2 Accelerometers. 10.3 Electrostatic Accelerometers. 10.4 Vibratory Gyroscopes. 10.5 Other Issues. Problems. APPENDIX. REFERENCES. INDEX.

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Book SynopsisEUVL is an area of intense research and this book provides the foundation required for understanding and applying this technology. It offers contributions from the world's leading EUVL researchers, and provides all the critical information needed by practitioners and those wanting to enter the field.

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Book SynopsisNanotechnology, especially microfabrication, has been affecting every facet of traditional scientific disciplines. The first book on the application of microfluidic reactors in nanotechnology, Microfluidic Devices in Nanotechnology provides the fundamental aspects and potential applications of microfluidic devices, the physics of microfluids, specific methods of chemical synthesis of nanomaterials, and more. As the first book to discuss the unique properties and capabilities of these nanomaterials in the miniaturization of devices, this text serves as a one-stop resource for nanoscientists interested in microdevices.Table of ContentsPreface. Contributors. 1 Fundamentals of Microfluidics Devices (Kweku A. Addae-Mensah, Zuankai Wang, Hesam Parsa, Sau Y. Chin, Tassaneewan Laksanasopin, and Samuel K. Sia). 2 Spatiotemporally Controlled Nanoliter-Scale Reconfigurable Microfluidics (Michael D. Genualdi and David H. Gracias). 3 Microfluidic Devices for Studying Kinetics (Derek J. Wilson). 4 Computational Strategies for Micro- and Nanofluidic Dynamics (Dimitris Drikakis, Nikolaos Asproulis, Evgeniy Shapiro, and Matyas Benke). 5 Nanofluidic Devices and Their Potential Applications (Patrick Abgrall, Aurélien Bancaud, and Pierre Joseph). 6 Particle Transport in Magnetophoretic Microsystems (Edward P. Furlani). 7 Particles in Microfluidic Systems (Adrienne R. Minerick). 8 In situ Nanoparticle Focusing Within Microfluidics (Jie Wu). 9 Residence Time Distribution and Nanoparticle Formation in Microreactors (Gregor Alexander Groß and Johann Michael Köhler). Index.

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Book SynopsisMuch needed update in field, with respected existing texts dating back almost 60 years and inaccessible for today's student. Teaches Alloy Thermodynamics using a broader, applications driven text with a more industry-oriented lens than any other book on the market, preparing students for the real world.Table of ContentsPreface xiii Quantities, Units, and Nomenclature xix 1 Review of Fundamentals 1 1.1 Systems, Surroundings, and Work 2 1.2 Thermodynamic Properties 4 1.3 The Laws of Thermodynamics 5 1.4 The Fundamental Equation 8 1.5 Other Thermodynamic Functions 9 1.5.1 Maxwell’s Equations 11 1.5.2 Defining Other Forms of Work 11 1.6 Equilibrium State 14 Exercises 15 2 Thermodynamics of Unary Systems 19 2.1 Standard State Properties 19 2.2 The Effect of Pressure 27 2.2.1 Gases 28 2.2.2 Condensed Phases 29 2.3 The Gibbs–Duhem Equation 30 2.4 Experimental Methods 31 Exercises 32 3 Calculation of Thermodynamic Properties of Unary Systems 35 3.1 Constant-Pressure/Constant-Volume Conversions 36 3.2 Excitations in Gases 37 3.2.1 Perfect Monatomic Gas 37 3.2.2 Molecular Gases 39 3.3 Excitations in Pure Solids 39 3.4 The Thermodynamic Properties of a Pure Solid 43 3.4.1 Inadequacies of the Model 46 Exercises 46 4 Phase Equilibria in Unary Systems 49 4.1 The Thermodynamic Condition for Phase Equilibrium 52 4.2 Phase Changes 54 4.2.1 The Slopes of Boundaries in Phase Diagrams 54 4.2.2 Gibbs Energy Changes for Phase Transformations 57 4.3 Stability and Critical Phenomena 59 4.4 Gibbs’s Phase Rule 61 Exercises 63 5 Thermodynamics of Binary Solutions I: Basic Theory and Application to Gas Mixtures 67 5.1 Expressing Composition 67 5.2 Total (Integral) and Partial Molar Quantities 68 5.2.1 Relations between Partial and Integral Quantities 70 5.2.2 Relation between Partial Quantities: the Gibbs–Duhem Equation 72 5.3 Application to Gas Mixtures 73 5.3.1 Partial Pressures 73 5.3.2 Chemical Potentials in Perfect Gas Mixtures 74 5.3.3 Real Gas Mixtures: Component Fugacities and Activities 75 Exercises 75 6 Thermodynamics of Binary Solutions II: Theory and Experimental Methods 79 6.1 Ideal Solutions 79 6.1.1 Real Solutions 82 6.1.2 Dilute Solution Reference States 83 6.2 Experimental Methods 85 6.2.1 Chemical Potential Measurements 86 Exercises 89 7 Thermodynamics of Binary Solutions III: Experimental Results and Their Analytical Representation 93 7.1 Some Experimental Results 93 7.1.1 Liquid Alloys 93 7.1.2 Solid Alloys 95 7.2 Analytical Representation of Results for Liquid or Solid Solutions 97 Exercises 102 8 Two-Phase Equilibrium I: Theory 103 8.1 Introduction 103 8.2 Criterion for Phase Equilibrium Between Two Specified Phases 104 8.2.1 Equilibrium between Two Solution Phases 104 8.2.2 Equilibrium between a Solution Phase and a Stoichiometric Compound Phase 107 8.3 Gibbs’s Phase Rule 108 Exercises 110 9 Two-Phase Equilibrium II: Example Calculations 113 Exercises 121 10 Binary Phase Diagrams: Temperature–Composition Diagrams 125 10.1 True Phase Diagrams 126 10.2 T –xi Phase Diagrams for Strictly Regular Solutions 128 10.2.1 Some General Observations 131 10.2.2 More on Miscibility Gaps 133 10.2.3 The Chemical Spinodal 134 10.3 Polymorphism 135 Exercises 136 11 Binary Phase Diagrams: Temperature–Chemical Potential Diagrams 139 11.1 Some General Points 140 Exercises 146 12 Phase Diagram Topology 149 12.1 Gibbs’s Phase Rule 151 12.2 Combinatorial Analysis 151 12.3 Schreinemaker’s Rules 153 12.4 The Gibbs–Konovalov Equations 154 12.4.1 Slopes of T –μi Phase Boundaries 155 12.4.2 Slopes of T –xi Phase Boundaries 157 12.4.3 Some Applications of Gibbs–Konovalov Equations 159 Exercises 162 13 Solution Phase Models I: Configurational Entropies 165 13.1 Substitutional Solutions 168 13.2 Intermediate Phases 169 13.3 Interstitial Solutions 172 Exercises 174 14 Solution Phase Models II: Configurational Energy 177 14.1 Pair Interaction Model 178 14.1.1 Ground-State Structures 179 14.1.2 Nearest Neighbor Model 180 14.2 Cluster Model 183 Exercises 188 15 Solution Models III: The Configurational Free Energy 189 15.1 Helmholtz Energy Minimization 190 15.2 Critical Temperature for Order/Disorder 193 Exercises 196 16 Solution Models IV: Total Gibbs Energy 197 16.1 Atomic Size Mismatch Contributions 199 16.2 Contributions from Thermal Excitations 202 16.2.1 Coupling between Configurational and Thermal Excitations 203 16.3 The Total Gibbs Energy in Empirical Model Calculations 204 Exercises 205 17 Chemical Equilibria I: Single Chemical Reaction Equations 207 17.1 Introduction 207 17.2 The Empirical Equilibrium Constant 207 17.3 The Standard Equilibrium Constant 208 17.3.1 Relation to Δr G◦ 208 17.3.2 Measurement of Δr G◦ 211 17.4 Calculating the Equilibrium Position 213 17.5 Application of the Phase Rule 217 Exercises 218 18 Chemical Equilibria II: Complex Gas Equilibria 221 18.1 The Importance of System Definition 221 18.2 Calculation of Chemical Equilibrium 224 18.2.1 Using the Extent of Reaction 225 18.2.2 Using Lagrangian Multipliers 227 18.3 Evaluation of Elemental Chemical Potentials in Complex Gas Mixtures 229 18.4 Application of the Phase Rule 231 Exercises 232 19 Chemical Equilibria Between Gaseous and Condensed Phases I 233 19.1 Graphical Presentation of Standard Thermochemical Data 233 19.2 Ellingham Diagrams 234 19.2.1 Chemical Potentials 238 Exercises 240 20 Chemical Equilibria Between Gaseous and Condensed Phases II 243 20.1 Subsidiary Scales on Ellingham Diagrams 244 20.2 System Definition 247 Exercises 252 21 Thermodynamics of Ternary Systems 255 21.1 Analytical Representation of Thermodynamic Properties 256 21.1.1 Substitutional Solution Phases 256 21.1.2 Sublattice Phases 259 21.2 Phase Equilibria 260 Exercises 264 22 Generalized Phase Diagrams for Ternary Systems 267 22.1 System Definition 276 Exercises 278 Appendix A Some Linearized Standard Gibbs Energies of Formation 279 Appendix B Some Useful Calculus 281 Index 289

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Book SynopsisYOUR GUIDE TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUCCESS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR There may be no simple formula for success in public-sector projects, but Public-Sector Project Management delivers the next best thing: a complete set of skill-building strategies that puts success well within your reach. Building on industry standards and best practices as well as almost thirty years of public-sector experience, this definitive sourcebook clearly explains how to manage projects in the public sector and navigate their many challenges. Here is where you''ll find all the tools to accomplish your goals for any public-sector project, whether you are overseeing military and security operations, the construction of public infrastructure, improving agency processes, deploying new systems or public programs, or any other public initiative. The book describes both the obstacles and basic processes of public-sector project management and examines the differences between public-sector and Table of ContentsPreface xi Objectives xii Outline of the Book xiv The Great Pyramid of Giza xvii 1 The Challenges of Public-Sector Project Management and the Coming Storm 1 The Distinguishing Characteristics of the Public Sector 1 The Challenges of Public-Sector Project Management 8 The Coming Storm 9 New Tools for Public-Sector Managers in the New Economy 12 Discussion Questions 13 Exercise 14 Project Apollo 14 2 The Foundations of Public-Sector Project Management 17 The Problem with Projects 17 Why Do Public-Sector Projects Fail? 18 The Good News about Projects and Project Management Standards 19 The Value of Project Management to a Public-Sector Organization 21 The Downside of Project Management 23 The Critical Success Factors for Public-Sector Projects 24 Project Management Maturity Models in the Public Sector 25 Scaling Project Management Methods 26 The Use of Software for Project Management 28 Discussion Questions 29 Exercises 29 The Creation of The Peace Corps 29 3 The Framework for Managing Public-Sector Projects 31 The Project Management Framework for Public Projects 31 Grouping Projects for Better Management 32 Breaking Projects into Components 33 Project Process Groups 36 Project Management Knowledge Areas 42 The Triple-Constraint Model 42 Project Processes 43 Applying Project Functions and Processes for Public-Sector Projects 47 The Necessary Skills for Public-Sector Project Managers 52 Discussion Questions 53 Exercises 53 The Marshall Plan 54 4 Project Integration 57 Public-Sector Project Integration: Wrestling with the Octopus 57 Overview of the Necessary Functions for Public-Sector Project Integration 59 Best Practices for Public-Sector Project Integration 70 Discussion Questions 70 Exercises 71 Electing a Candidate 71 5 Managing Project Scope 73 Project Scope Management 73 The Challenges of Scope Management for Public-Sector Projects 74 The Two Roles of Project Scope 77 The Required Functions for Public-Sector Project Scope Management 78 Best Practices for Managing Public-Sector Project Scope 85 Discussion Questions 86 Exercises 86 Projects for Improving Public-Sector Processes 87 6 Managing Project Time 89 The Challenges of Project Time Management in the Public Sector 89 The Required Functions for Public-Sector Project Time Management 90 Best Practices in Public-Sector Project Time Management 103 Discussion Questions 104 Exercises 104 The FBI’s VCF Project 105 7 Managing Project Cost 107 The Challenges of Public-Sector Cost Management 107 Project Selection and Prioritization 109 Required Functions for Managing Public-Sector Project Costs 111 Earned-Value Management of Public-Sector Projects 121 Best Practices in Public-Sector Project Cost Management 123 Discussion Questions 123 Exercises 124 Turning on the Lights in the Country 125 8 Managing Project Quality 127 The Basics of Project Quality Management 127 The Challenges of Public-Sector Project Quality Management 128 The Functions Required for Public-Sector Project Quality Management 129 Lean Government as a Tool for Quality Improvement 132 Managing Project Requirements 134 Best Practices in the Management of Quality in Public-Sector Projects 139 Discussion Questions 139 Exercises 140 The Allied D-Day Invasion of June 1944 140 9 Managing Project Human Resources 143 The Challenges of Human Resource Management in Public-Sector Projects 143 The Required Functions for Public-Sector Human Resource Project Management 144 Strategies for Managing Human Resources in Public-Sector Projects 152 Public-Sector Leadership 153 Best Practices for Human Resource Management in Public-Sector Projects 154 Discussion Questions 155 Exercises 156 Rebuilding Greensburg ‘‘Green’’ 157 10 Managing Project Communications 159 The Challenges of Project Communications in Public-Sector Projects 160 The Functions Required for Public-Sector Project Communications Management 162 Best Practices in Public-Sector Project Communications Management 172 Discussion Questions 172 Exercises 173 The Manhattan Project 173 11 Managing Project Risk 175 The Challenges of Managing Risks in Public-Sector Projects 175 The Required Functions for Public-Sector Project Risk Management 178 Best Practices for Public-Sector Project Risk Management 193 Discussion Questions 194 Exercises 195 Closing Willowbrook 195 12 Managing Project Procurement and Vendors 197 The Necessary Functions of Public-Sector Project Procurement Management 198 The New Demands on Managers and New Tools for Managers 211 The Differences Among Activities, Outputs, and Outcomes 212 The Challenges of Outcome Management for Contractors and Vendors 215 Performance Management 216 Managing the Cultural Changes Necessary for Successfully Managing Vendors 217 The Legal Framework for Outsourcing Project Products and Services to Vendors 218 Managing Changes and Expectations in the Vendor Relationship 224 Best Practices for Public-Sector Project Procurement Management 225 Discussion Questions 226 Exercises 227 The Construction and Reconstruction of the Panama Canal 228 13 Managing Complexity and Chaos in Public-Sector Projects 231 The Role of Complexity and Chaos in Public-Sector Projects 231 Modern Insights into Chaos, Complexity, and Turbulence 232 The Challenges of Chaos and Complexity for Projects and the Recognition of the Limits of Certainty 234 Factors Creating Complexity in the Project Environment 239 Three Supplementary Methods for Managing Chaos and Complexity in Projects 240 Concluding Comments on Chaos and Complexity in Projects 248 Discussion Questions 249 Exercises 250 Glossary 251 Index 267

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Book SynopsisProperties of Magnesium Composites for Material Scientists, Engineers and Selectors is the first book-length reference to provide an insight into current and future magnesium-based materials in terms of science, characteristics, and applications.Trade Review"This book is the first to provide readers insight into the science, characteristics, and applications of current and futuristic magnesium-based materials, with particular emphasis placed upon the properties of magnesium-based composites and the effects of different types (metallic, ceramic, interconnected and intermetallic) of reinforcements from micron length scale to nanometric length scale on the properties of the resultant composites." (Morningstar News, 8 March 2011)Table of ContentsPREFACE. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. 1 INTRODUCTION TO MAGNESIUM. 1.1 Introduction. 1.2 Characteristics of Pure Magnesium. 1.3 Applications. 1.4 Summary. References. 2 SYNTHESIS TECHNIQUES FOR MAGNESIUM-BASED MATERIALS. 2.1 Introduction. 2.2 Liquid Phase Processes. 2.3 Solid Phase Process. 2.4 Disintegrated Melt Deposition Method. 2.5 Mechanical Disintegration and Deposition Method. 2.6 Summary. References. 3 MAGNESIUM ALLOYS. 3.1 Introduction. 3.2 Casting Alloys. 3.3 Wrought Alloys. 3.4 Magnesium Elektron Series Alloys. 3.5 Magnesium Alloys for Elevated Temperature Applications. 3.6 Magnesium-Based Bulk Metallic Glasses. References 81 4 FUNDAMENTALS OF METAL MATRIX COMPOSITES. 4.1 Introduction. 4.2 Materials. 4.3 Interface Between Matrix and Reinforcement. 4.4 Theoretical Prediction of Properties. 4.5 Summary. References. 5 MAGNESIUM COMPOSITES. 5.1 Introduction. 5.2 Materials. 5.3 Magnesium-Based Composites with Al2O3. 5.4 Magnesium-Based Composites with MgO. 5.5 Magnesium-Based Composites with SiC. 5.6 Magnesium-Based Composites with Y2O3. 5.7 Magnesium-Based Composites with ZrO2. 5.8 Magnesium-Based Composites with CNT. 5.9 Magnesium-Based Composites with Metallic Additions. 5.10 Bimetal Mg/Al Macrocomposite. 6 CORROSION ASPECTS OF MAGNESIUM-BASED MATERIALS. 6.1 Introduction. 6.2 Types of Corrosion. 6.3 Influence of Impurity. 6.4 Corrosion Behavior of Magnesium-Based Materials. 6.5 Ways to Reduce Corrosion. 6.6 Summary. References. 7 STRENGTH–DUCTILITY COMBINATIONS OF MAGNESIUM-BASED MATERIALS. 7.1 0.2% Yield Strength < 100 MPa and Ductility Matrix. 7.2 0.2% Yield Strength 100–150 MPa and Ductility Matrix. 7.3 0.2% Yield Strength 150–200 MPa and Ductility Matrix. 7.4 0.2% Yield Strength 200–250 MPa and Ductility Matrix. 7.5 0.2% Yield Strength 250–300 MPa and Ductility Matrix. 7.6 0.2% Yield Strength > 300 MPa and Ductility Matrix. APPENDIX: LIST OF SOME MAGNESIUM SUPPLIERS. ABOUT THE AUTHORS. INDEX.

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Book SynopsisThis is the second book in the new partnership between Wiley and the International Institute for Learning (IIL). The new series features cutting-edge approaches to project management that provide project managers with new perspectives as well as practical tools.Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xiii International Institute for Learning, Inc. (IIL) xv Chapter 1: PROJECT MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES 1 The Triple Constraint 2 Types of Project Resources 4 Chapter 2: THE EVOLUTION OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT 7 Evolution 8 Project Objectives 10 Definition of Success 12 Velocity of Change 14 Authority and Job Descriptions 16 Evaluation of Team Members 18 Accountability 20 Project Management Skills 22 Management Style 24 Project Sponsorship 26 Project Failures 28 Improvement Opportunities 30 Resistance to Change 32 Chapter 3: THE BENEFITS OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT 35 Benefits 36 Quantifying the Benefits 60 Chapter 4: THREE CORE BEST PRACTICES 63 The First Best Practice 64 The Second Best Practice 66 The Third Best Practice 68 Chapter 5: ROLE OF THE EXECUTIVE AS A PROJECT SPONSOR 71 How Executives Interface Projects 72 The Executive Sponsor’s Role 74 Chapter 6: SPECIAL PROBLEMS FACING EXECUTIVES 185 Pushing Sponsorship Down 186 Committee Sponsorship 190 Handling Disagreements with the Sponsor 192 Knowing When to Seek Out the Project Sponsor for Help 194 Types of Sponsor Involvement 196 Placating the (External) Customers 198 Gate Review Meetings 200 Sponsorship Problems 202 The Exit Champion 204 Should a Sponsor Have a Vested Interest? 206 Project Champions versus Exit Champions 208 The Collective Belief 210 Advertising Sponsorship 212 Working with the On-Site Representatives 214 Kickoff Meetings for Projects 216 Taking the Lead 218 Rewarding Project Teams 220 Enterprise Project Management 222 Executive Involvement (with Trade-offs) 224 Chapter 7: NEW CHALLENGES FACING SENIOR MANAGEMENT 227 Measuring Project Management Success after Implementation 228 Success 230 Types of Values 232 Four Cornerstones of Success 234 Success versus Failure 236 High-Level Progress Reporting 238 Validating the Assumptions 240 Accelerating Projects 242 Project Manager Selection 244 Delegation of Authority 246 Visible Support 248 Channels of Communication 250 Avoid Buy-ins 252 Budgeting 254 Working Relationships 256 Chapter 8: ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR EXECUTIVES 259 The New Role for Executives 260 Activities for a Project Management Office 268 The Executive Interface 270 Expectations 272 A Structured Path to Maturity 276 An Unstructured Path to Maturity 278 Conclusions 280 Index 283

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Book SynopsisWritten by ten successful project portfolio managers from companies including AAA, Boeing, Franklin Templeton, Johnson & Johnson, Safeway, and the UK Government, this easy-to-follow guide takes you through the project portfolio management process. It''s based on what actually works, giving you a clear road map and the tools needed to determine the optimal mix and sequencing of projects in order to meet your organization''s goals. The book begins by explaining basic PPM principles and why PPM is more critical than ever for business success. This introduction is followed by a story, tracking the experiences of a manager new to PPM as he discovers the issues that all of us face in trying to get traction with our PPM initiatives. In answering the questions our story raises, the book then details each step of the PPM process, using cases and examples drawn from the authors'' first hand experience to help you address such key questions as: Which projects should our organizationTable of ContentsForeword. Preface. Why We Created the EPMC. Why We Wrote the Book. About the Authors. About the EPMC. Acknowledgements. Part I Introduction. 1 What is Project Portfolio Management? Introduction. Successful PPM. The Five Questions in Brief. Project Portfolio Management Defined. The PPM Players and Roadmap. The PPM Process Views. A Few More Questions to Get the Mental Synapses Firing. Chapter Summary. Part II Project Portfolio Management: A Story. 2 Introduction. 10 Years Ago . . .. Present Day . . .. Later that afternoon . . .. 3 Are We Investing in the Right Things? EPMC Working Document on Portfolio Investment. 4 Are We Optimizing Our Capacity? Demand-Side Resource Management. Supply-Side Resource Management. Conclusion. EPMC Working Document on Portfolio Resource. Optimization. 5 How Well Are We Executing? 6 Can We Absorb All the Changes? Defining Change. Types of Change. Modeling the Impact of Change. Controlling the Impact of Change. Conclusion. EPMC Working Document on Enterprise Change Management. 7 Are We Realizing the Promised Benefits? Key 1: Ensuring All Benefits Claimed Are Robust and Realizable. Key 2: Capturing All Value Created. Key 3: Moving beyond Benefits Realization to Value Creation. Conclusion. EPMC Working Document on Benefits Realization. Part III Operating Considerations. 8 The PPM Process. PPM Components. The Project Proposal. Project Proposal Approval. The Business Case and Project Management Plan. Project Prioritization. Project Authorization. Project Execution and Review. Chapter Summary. 9 Setting the Foundation for Success. The Business Case Foundation. The Benefits of PPM. The People Foundation. The Process Foundation. The Technology Foundation. Tying It All Together: People, Process, Technology. Chapter Summary. 10 PPM Design. PPM’s Seven Ps. Decision Criteria. Source of Data and Information Related to Decision Criteria. Scoring Projects and Portfolio. Weighting Decision Criteria. Drawing ‘‘The Line’’ in the Portfolio. Link to the Business Case. Business Case. Link to the Portfolio. A Few Parting Thoughts. Chapter Summary. 11 Implementing PPM. Executive Sponsorship. Change. Skills. Structure. Executive Steering Committee. Governance Board (Decision Review Board). Project Management Office. Project Management Standards Committee. Process Approach. Capacity. Demand. Communication Plan. Training. Conclusion. Chapter Summary. 12 Maintaining PPM. Dashboards and Metrics: The Visuals. Meetings: Keeping the Process Going. Communication: Making Sure Everyone Is on the Same Page. Maturity Models: Where Do You and Your Organization Stand? Resource Management: Getting Your Arms around the Organization. Keeping Up the Momentum. Dedicating Resources to Running the PMO. Chapter Summary. Part IV The Story: Nine Months Later. 13 Bringing It All Together. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book consolidates various aspects of nanomaterials, highlighting their versatility as well as how the same materials can be used in seemingly diverse applications spanning across disciplines. It captures the multi-disciplinary and multi-functional aspects of nanomaterials in a holistic way. Chapters address the key attributes of nanoscale materials that make them special and desirable as novel materials; functionality that emerges based on these unique attributes; multiple uses of nanomaterials incuding combining properties and materials selection, and then separate chapters devoted to energy, biomedical materials, environmental applications, and chemical engineering applications.Trade Review"Leading nanomaterial specialists have contributed to the content of this book. Each chapter provides a comprehensive review of the latest literature. References provided in each chapter will be helpful for readers to study individual topics in detail." (Azonano.com, 3 February 2012)Table of ContentsPreface. Section I. Overview. 1. Key attributes of nano-scale materials and functionalities emerging from them (S. M. Mukhopadhyay). 2. Societal Impact and Future Trends in Nanomaterials (S. M. Mukhopadhyay). Section II. Processing and Analysis. 3. Fabrication Techniques for Growing Carbon Nanotubes (I. T. Barney). 4. Nanoparticles and Polymer Nanocomposites (G. A. Jimenez, B. J. Lee, and S. C. Jana). 5. Laser-Assisted Fabrication Techniques (T. Murray). 6. Experimental Characterization of Nanomaterials (A. Jackson). 7. Modeling and Simulation of Nanoscale Materials (S. Patnaik and M. Tsige). Section III. Applications. 8. Nanomaterials for Alternate Energy (H. Huang and B. Z. Jang). 9. Enhancement of Through-Thickness Thermal conductivity in Adhesively Bonded Joints Using Aligned Carbon Nanotubes (S. Sihn, S. Ganguli, A. K. Roy, L. Qu, and L. Dai). 10. Applications of Metal Nanoparticles in Environmental Cleanup (S. R. Kanel, C. Su, U. Patel, and A. Agrawal). 11. Application of Carbon Nanomaterials in Water Treatment: Removal of Common Chemical and Biological Contaminants by Adsorption (V. K. K. Updahyayula, J. R. Ruparelia, and A. Agrawal). 12. Peptide Nanotubes for Biomedical and Environmental Applications (B. W. Park and D. S. Kim). Index.

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Book SynopsisQuality management and statistical quality control students and instructors can look no further. Wiley is proud to offer a brand new text by Vic Sower, Essentials of Quality, which is aimed at meeting the needs of these students at both the undergraduate and graduate level spanning business, operations, engineering, technical, and education departments. QM & SQC students typically face challenging first and second term courses and quantitative, intimidating texts. Thoroughly tested and used by students and proven to help students taking the American Society for Quality's Certified Quality Improvement Associate exam, Essentials of Quality is highly accessible, experiential, and unique in its coverage of current QM topics, from creative and innovative improvements and approaches to today's economic environment to ways of developing metrics for measuring and evaluating programs. VicSower, a Senior Member of the American Society for Quality and is Certified Table of ContentsPreface xi Acknowledgments xv About the Author xix SECTION I QUALITY BASICS 1 Chapter 1 Introduction to Quality 3 Chapter Objectives 3 Why Study Quality? 4 History of Quality 4 The Definition of Quality 4 Modern Definitions of Quality 5 Product Quality 7 Service Quality 8 Different Approaches to Defining Quality 9 Five Approaches to Defining Quality 10 Major Contributors to Our Understanding of Quality 11 Summary 19 Quality Definitions 20 Discussion Questions 20 Case Study 1.1: The Battle of the Gurus 21 Exercises and Activities 22 Supplementary Readings 23 References 23 Chapter 2 Strategic Quality Management and Operationalizing Quality 25 Chapter Objectives 25 Strategic Quality Management 26 The Strategic Planning Process 28 Strategic Deployment 31 Evaluation and Control 31 Approaches to Monitoring Progress toward Strategic Goals 33 Dimensions, Measures, and Metrics 34 Methods of Obtaining Input from Customers 39 Focus Groups 40 Surveys 42 Focus Groups and Surveys in Combination 43 Summary 43 Discussion Questions 43 Problems 44 Case Study 2.1: Second National Bank 47 Exercises and Activities 48 Supplementary Readings 49 References 49 SECTION II QUALITY OF DESIGN 51 Chapter 3 Designing Quality into Products and Services 53 Chapter Objectives 53 The Seven Management Tools 54 Quality Function Deployment 57 Design for Six Sigma 59 Taguchi Robustness Concepts 60 Reliability 60 Types of Reliability Systems 61 Reliability Life Characteristic Concepts (e.g., Bathtub Curve) 67 Mean Time Between Failures 69 Modeling Product Life with Normal Distribution 71 Risk Assessment Tools and Risk Prevention 72 Failure Mode and Effects Analysis 73 Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) 76 Error Proofing 77 Summary 78 Discussion Questions 78 Problems 79 Case Study 3.1: Building the Better Mouse 82 Exercises and Activities 82 Supplementary Readings 83 References 83 Chapter 4 Innovation and Creativity in Quality 85 Chapter Objectives 85 Breakthrough (Radical) Improvement versus Incremental Improvement 86 Increasing Creativity 88 Organizational versus Individual Creativity 91 Designing the Innovative Organization 91 Elements of a Creative Organization 92 Tools and Techniques for Increasing Organizational Creativity 95 Increasing Individual Creativity 95 Myths about Individual Creativity 95 The Importance of Technological Forecasting 96 Summary 99 Discussion Questions 99 Case Study 4.1: Smallburg Community Bank 100 Exercises and Activities 100 Supplementary Readings 102 References 102 SECTION III QUALITY SYSTEMS TO ASSURE CONFORMANCE TO DESIGN 105 Chapter 5 Quality Systems and Quality Systems Auditing 107 Chapter Objectives 107 Quality Management Systems 108 Elements of a Quality Management System 108 ISO 9000 109 IS0/TS 16949 and QS-9000 111 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award (MBNQA) 117 Other Approaches 118 Six Sigma 119 Quality Auditing 120 Specific Types of Quality Audits 120 Performing a Quality System Audit 122 Quality Information Systems 123 Data Accuracy and Security 124 Quality Documentation Systems 126 Making Data Useful—Information Flows 128 Summary 129 Discussion Questions 129 Case Study 5.1: The First Audit 130 Exercises and Activities 131 Supplementary Readings 132 References 132 Chapter 6 Product, Process, and Materials Control 135 Chapter Objectives 135 Work Instructions 136 Classification of Quality Characteristics and Defects 138 Identification of Materials and Status 140 Lot Traceability 141 Materials Segregation Practices 142 Materials Review Board Criteria and Procedures 143 Supplier Management 145 Supplier Selection 146 Supplier Evaluation 147 Summary 148 Discussion Questions 148 Case Study 6.1: The Case of the Missing Lot 149 Exercises and Activities 150 Supplementary Readings 150 References 150 Chapter 7 Experimental Design 153 Chapter Objectives 153 Basic Concepts and Definitions 155 Experimental Design Characteristics 158 Types of Design 159 Single-Factor Design 159 One-Factor-at-a-Time Design 159 Full-Factorial Design 161 Fractional Factorial Design 163 Analysis of Results 164 Taguchi Methods of Experimental Design 167 Summary 170 Discussion Questions 170 Problems 171 Case Study 7.1: The Case of the Variable Laminates 173 Exercises and Activities 174 Supplementary Readings 176 References 176 SECTION IV CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT OF QUALITY 177 Chapter 8 Quality Improvement Tools 179 Chapter Objectives 179 The Problem-Solving Process 180 The Seven Tools of Quality 182 Approaches to Continuous Quality Improvement 193 PDSA 194 DMAIC 194 Benchmarking 195 Summary 197 Discussion Questions 197 Problems 198 Case Study 8.1: Sour Grape Ice Cream 201 Case Study 8.2: The Westover Wire Works 202 Exercises and Activities 206 Supplementary Readings 209 References 209 Chapter 9 Metrology, Inspection, and Testing 211 Chapter Objectives 211 Metrology 212 Types of Gauges 213 Accuracy and Precision 216 Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation 223 Summary 223 Discussion Questions 224 Problems 224 Case Study 9.1: Somebody’s Got a Problem 227 Exercises and Activities 227 Supplementary Readings 228 References 228 Chapter 10 Statistical Process Control 229 Chapter Objectives 229 SPC and Variation 230 Types of Data 231 Variables Control Charts 231 Concept of the Control Chart 232 Out of Control Signals 233 Patterns Leading to Modifying Control Limits 234 Constructing Variables Control Charts 236 x-Bar and Range Charts 237 x-Bar and s-Charts 241 Individual/Moving Range Charts 244 A Special Form of the x-bar Control Chart for Short Production Runs 246 Attributes Control Charts 249 Control Charts for Nonconforming Units 250 Control Charts for Nonconformities (Defects) 253 Process Capability 257 Summary 262 Discussion Questions 262 Problems 263 Case Study 10.1: Middle County Hospital 270 Case Study 10.2: Precise Molded Products, Inc. 274 Exercises and Activities 278 Supplementary Readings 279 References 279 Chapter 11 Acceptance Sampling 281 Chapter Objectives 281 When Acceptance Sampling is Appropriate 281 Fundamentals of Sampling Theory 283 Assessing Risk in Sampling Plans 284 Methods of Sampling 289 Sampling Types 291 Sampling Plans 292 Sampling Inspection by Attributes 292 Sampling Inspection by Variables 301 Dodge-Romig Sampling Plans 304 Summary 306 Discussion Questions 306 Problems 307 Case Study 11.1: The Turkell Stud Mill 308 Exercises and Activities 309 Supplementary Readings 310 References 310 Chapter 12 Quality Costs 311 Chapter Objectives 311 The Categories of Quality Costs 312 The Goal of a COQ System 315 COQ Data Collection, Interpretation, and Reporting 318 Integrating Quality Costs into the Quality Improvement System 321 Summary 324 Discussion Questions 324 Problems 325 Case Study 12.1: HI-HO YO-YO, Inc. 327 Case Study 12.2: Acme, Ltd. 330 Exercises and Activities 330 Supplementary Readings 330 References 331 SECTION V QUALITY MANAGEMENT 333 Chapter 13 Human Factors in Quality 335 Chapter Objectives 335 Barriers to Quality Improvement Efforts 336 Human Resource Management 336 Motivation Theories 337 Integration of the Classic Motivational Theories 339 Process Theories of Motivation 340 Employee Involvement and Teams 340 The Care and Feeding of Teams 341 Organization and Implementation of Quality Teams 341 Principles of Team Leadership and Facilitation 342 What is a Team? 342 Who Makes up a Team? 342 Roles and Responsibilities of the Team Leader 343 Selecting Team Members 346 Roles and Responsibilities of the Team Members 346 Roles and Responsibilities of the Facilitator 347 Critical Action Items in the Team Life Cycle 347 What Is a Team Charter? 347 General Information and Guidelines for Teams 351 Team Dynamics Management and Conflict Resolution 352 Stages of Group Development 354 Forming 354 Storming 355 Norming 356 Performing 357 Creating a Win-Win Situation 358 Consensus 358 Professional and Ethical Standards 361 Summary 362 Discussion Questions 363 Case Study 13.1: Tom’s Team 363 Case Study 13.2: Self Directed Work Teams at BHI 364 Exercises and Activities 368 Supplementary Readings 368 References 369 Appendix A Table of Four-Digit Random Numbers 371 Appendix B Standard Normal Distribution Table 373 Bibliography 375 Index 385

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Book SynopsisMeta-Nanotubes are a new generation of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) which result from the chemical transformation of regular CNTs and their subsequent combination with foreign materials (atoms, molecules, chemical groups, nanocrystals) by various ways such as functionalisation, doping, filling, and substitution. These new nanomaterials exhibit enhanced or new properties, such as reactivity, solubility, and magnetism, which pristine CNTs do not possess. Their many applications include electronic and optoelectronic devices, chemical and biosensors, solar cells, drug delivery, and reinforced glasses and ceramics. Carbon Meta-Nanotubes: Synthesis, Properties and Applications discusses these third generation carbon nanotubes and the unique characteristics they possess. Beginning with a general overview of the subject, this book covers the five main categories of meta-nanotubes, namely: Doped Carbon Nanotubes Functionalised Carbon Nanotubes Trade Review“The variations are exhaustively described and well-supported with clear illustrations. The book should be considered an essential reference for professionals working in fields related to carbon nanotubes.” (Book News, 1 April 2012) Table of ContentsList of Contributors xiii Foreword xv List of Abbreviations xvii Acknowledgements xxi Introduction to the Meta-Nanotube Book 1 Marc Monthioux 1 Time for a Third-Generation of Carbon Nanotubes 1 2 Introducing Meta-Nanotubes 2 2.1 Doped Nanotubes (X:CNTs) 3 2.2 Functionalized Nanotubes (X-CNTs) 3 2.3 Decorated (Coated) Nanotubes (X /CNTs) 3 2.4 Filled Nanotubes (X@CNTs) 3 2.5 Heterogeneous Nanotubes (X*CNTs) 4 3 Introducing the Meta-Nanotube Book 4 References 5 1 Introduction to Carbon Nanotubes 7 Marc Monthioux 1.1 Introduction 7 1.2 One Word about Synthesizing Carbon Nanotubes 7 1.3 SWCNTs: The Perfect Structure 11 1.4 MWCNTs: The Amazing (Nano)Textural Variety 18 1.5 Electronic Structure 29 1.6 Some Properties of Carbon Nanotubes 31 1.7 Conclusion 36 References 36 2 Doped Carbon Nanotubes: (X:CNTs) 41 Alain Pénicaud, Pierre Petit and John E. Fischer 2.1 Introduction 41 2.1.1 Scope of this Chapter 41 2.1.2 A Few Definitions 42 2.1.3 Doped/Intercalated Carbon Allotropes – a Brief History 43 2.1.4 What Happens upon Doping SWCNTs? 48 2.2 n-Doping of Nanotubes 52 2.2.1 Synthetic Routes for Preparing Doped SWCNTs 52 2.2.2 Crystalline Structure and Chemical Composition of n-Doped Nanotubes 54 2.2.3 Modification of the Electronic Structure of SWCNTs upon Doping 59 2.2.4 Electrical Transport in Doped SWCNTs 61 2.2.5 Spectroscopic Evidence for n-Doping 65 2.2.6 Solutions of Reduced Nanotubes 72 2.3 p-Doping of Carbon Nanotubes 73 2.3.1 p-Doping of SWCNTs with Halogens 74 2.3.2 p-Doping with Acceptor Molecules 80 2.3.3 p-Doping of SWCNTs with FeCl3 84 2.3.4 p-Doping of SWCNTs with SOCl2 87 2.3.5 p-Doping of SWCNTs with Acids 87 2.3.6 p-Doping of SWCNTs with Superacids 91 2.3.7 p-Doping with other Oxidizing Agents 95 2.3.8 Diameter Selective Doping 96 2.4 Practical Applications of Doped Nanotubes 99 2.5 Conclusions, Perspectives 100 References 101 3 Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes (X-CNTs) 113 Stéphane Campidelli, Stanislaus S. Wong and Maurizio Prato 3.1 Introduction 113 3.2 Functionalization Routes 113 3.2.1 Noncovalent Sidewall Functionalization of SWCNTs 114 3.2.2 Covalent Functionalization of SWCNTs 114 3.3 Properties and Applications 125 3.3.1 Electron Transfer Properties and Photovoltaic Applications 125 3.3.2 Chemical Sensors (FET-Based) 137 3.3.3 Opto-Electronic Devices (FET-Based) 139 3.3.4 Biosensors 145 3.4 Conclusion 149 References 150 4 Decorated (Coated) Carbon Nanotubes (X/CNTs) 163 Revathi R. Bacsa and Philippe Serp 4.1 Introduction 163 4.2 Metal-Nanotube Interactions – Theoretical Aspects 166 4.2.1 Curvature-Induced Effects 168 4.2.2 Effect of Defects and Vacancies on the Metal-Graphite Interactions 169 4.3 Carbon Nanotube Surface Activation 170 4.4 Methods for Carbon Nanotube Coating 171 4.4.1 Deposition from Solution 171 4.4.2 Self-Assembly Methods 178 4.4.3 Electro- and Electrophoretic Deposition 183 4.4.4 Deposition from Gas Phase 187 4.4.5 Nanoparticles Decorating Inner Surfaces of Carbon Nanotubes 190 4.5 Characterization of Decorated Nanotubes 191 4.5.1 Electron Microscopy and X-ray Diffraction 191 4.5.2 Spectroscopic Methods 192 4.5.3 Porosity and Surface Area 196 4.6 Applications of Decorated Nanotubes 196 4.6.1 Sensors 196 4.6.2 Catalysis 198 4.6.3 Fuel Cells 202 4.6.4 Hydrogen Storage 204 4.7 Decorated Nanotubes in Biology and Medicine 205 4.8 Conclusions and Perspectives 207 References 208 5 Filled Carbon Nanotubes 223 5.1 Presentation of Chapter 5 223 5a Filled Carbon Nanotubes: (X@CNTs) 225 Jeremy Sloan and Marc Monthioux 5a.1 Introduction 225 5a.2 Synthesis of X@CNTs 227 5a.2.1 A Glimpse at the Past 227 5a.2.2 The Expectations with Filling CNTs 228 5a.2.3 Filling Parameters, Routes and Mechanisms 229 5a.2.4 Materials for Filling 240 5a.2.5 Filling Mechanisms 245 5a.3 Behaviours and Properties 247 5a.3.1 Peculiar in-Tube Behaviour (Diffusion, Coalescence, Crystallization) 247 5a.3.2 Electronic Properties (Transport, Magnetism and Others) 252 5a.4 Applications (Demonstrated or Expected) 256 5a.4.1 Applications that Make Use of Mass Transport Properties 256 5a.4.2 Applications Arising as a Result of Filling 258 Acknowledgements 261 References 261 5b Fullerenes inside Carbon Nanotubes: The Peapods 273 F. Simon and Marc Monthioux 5b.1 Introduction 273 5b.2 The Discovery of Fullerene Peapods 274 5b.3 Classification of Peapods 277 5b.4 Synthesis and Behavior of Fullerene Peapods 279 5b.4.1 Synthesis of Peapods 279 5b.4.2 Behavior of Peapods under Various Treatments 289 5b.5 Properties of Peapods 295 5b.5.1 Structural Properties 295 5b.5.2 Peapod Band Structure from Theory and Experiment 298 5b.5.3 Transport Properties 301 5b.5.4 Optical Properties 302 5b.5.5 Vibrational Properties 303 5b.5.6 Magnetic Properties 305 5b.6 Applications of Peapods 308 5b.6.1 Demonstrated Applications 308 5b.6.2 Expected Applications 310 Acknowledgements 314 References 314 6 Heterogeneous Nanotubes (X*CNTs, X*BNNTs) 323 Dmitri Golberg, Mauricio Terrones 6.1 Overall Introduction 323 6.2 Pure BN Nanotubes 324 6.2.1 Introduction 324 6.2.2 Synthesis of BN Nanotubes 325 6.2.3 Morphology and Structure of BN Nanotubes 331 6.2.4 Properties of BN Nanotubes 337 6.2.5 Stability of BN Nanotubes to High-Energy Irradiation 346 6.2.6 Boron Nitride Meta-Nanotubes 346 6.2.7 Other BN Nanomaterials 353 6.2.8 Challenging Applications 355 6.3 BxCyNz Nanotubes and Nanofibers 359 6.3.1 Tuning the Electronic Structure with C-Substituted BN Nanotubes 359 6.3.2 Production and Characterization of BxCyNz Nanotubes and Nanofibers 362 6.4 B-Substituted or N-Substituted Carbon Nanotubes 368 6.4.1 Substituting Carbon Nanotubes with B or N 368 6.4.2 Synthesis Strategies for Producing Bor N-Substituted CNTs 370 6.4.3 Morphology and Structure of Substituted CNTs 374 6.4.4 Properties of Substituted CNTs 379 6.4.5 Applications of Substituted CNTs 385 6.5 Perspectives and Future Outlook 392 Acknowledgements 394 References 395 Index

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Book SynopsisThe subject of vibrations is of fundamental importance in engineering and technology. Discrete modelling is sufficient to understand the dynamics of many vibrating systems; however a large number of vibration phenomena are far more easily understood when modelled as continuous systems.Table of ContentsPreface xi 1 Vibrations of strings and bars 1 1.1 Dynamics of strings and bars: the Newtonian formulation 1 1.1.1 Transverse dynamics of strings 1 1.1.2 Longitudinal dynamics of bars 6 1.1.3 Torsional dynamics of bars 7 1.2 Dynamics of strings and bars: the variational formulation 9 1.2.1 Transverse dynamics of strings 10 1.2.2 Longitudinal dynamics of bars 11 1.2.3 Torsional dynamics of bars 13 1.3 Free vibration problem: Bernoulli’s solution 14 1.4 Modal analysis 18 1.4.1 The eigenvalue problem 18 1.4.2 Orthogonality of eigenfunctions 24 1.4.3 The expansion theorem 25 1.4.4 Systems with discrete elements 27 1.5 The initial value problem: solution using Laplace transform 30 1.6 Forced vibration analysis 31 1.6.1 Harmonic forcing 32 1.6.2 General forcing 36 1.7 Approximate methods for continuous systems 40 1.7.1 Rayleigh method 41 1.7.2 Rayleigh–Ritz method 43 1.7.3 Ritz method 44 1.7.4 Galerkin method 47 1.8 Continuous systems with damping 50 1.8.1 Systems with distributed damping 50 1.8.2 Systems with discrete damping 53 1.9 Non-homogeneous boundary conditions 56 1.10 Dynamics of axially translating strings 57 1.10.1 Equation of motion 58 1.10.2 Modal analysis and discretization 58 1.10.3 Interaction with discrete elements 61 Exercises 62 References 67 2 One-dimensional wave equation: d’Alembert’s solution 69 2.1 D’Alembert’s solution of the wave equation 69 2.1.1 The initial value problem 72 2.1.2 The initial value problem: solution using Fourier transform 76 2.2 Harmonic waves and wave impedance 77 2.3 Energetics of wave motion 79 2.4 Scattering of waves 83 2.4.1 Reflection at a boundary 83 2.4.2 Scattering at a finite impedance 87 2.5 Applications of the wave solution 93 2.5.1 Impulsive start of a bar 93 2.5.2 Step-forcing of a bar with boundary damping 95 2.5.3 Axial collision of bars 99 2.5.4 String on a compliant foundation 102 2.5.5 Axially translating string 104 Exercises 107 References 112 3 Vibrations of beams 113 3.1 Equation of motion 113 3.1.1 The Newtonian formulation 113 3.1.2 The variational formulation 116 3.1.3 Various boundary conditions for a beam 118 3.1.4 Taut string and tensioned beam 120 3.2 Free vibration problem 121 3.2.1 Modal analysis 121 3.2.2 The initial value problem 132 3.3 Forced vibration analysis 133 3.3.1 Eigenfunction expansion method 134 3.3.2 Approximate methods 135 3.4 Non-homogeneous boundary conditions 137 3.5 Dispersion relation and flexural waves in a uniform beam 138 3.5.1 Energy transport 140 3.5.2 Scattering of flexural waves 142 3.6 The Timoshenko beam 144 3.6.1 Equations of motion 144 3.6.2 Harmonic waves and dispersion relation 147 3.7 Damped vibration of beams 149 3.8 Special problems in vibrations of beams 151 3.8.1 Influence of axial force on dynamic stability 151 3.8.2 Beam with eccentric mass distribution 155 3.8.3 Problems involving the motion of material points of a vibrating beam 159 3.8.4 Dynamics of rotating shafts 163 3.8.5 Dynamics of axially translating beams 165 3.8.6 Dynamics of fluid-conveying pipes 168 Exercises 171 References 178 4 Vibrations of membranes 179 4.1 Dynamics of a membrane 179 4.1.1 Newtonian formulation 179 4.1.2 Variational formulation 182 4.2 Modal analysis 185 4.2.1 The rectangular membrane 185 4.2.2 The circular membrane 190 4.3 Forced vibration analysis 197 4.4 Applications: kettledrum and condenser microphone 197 4.4.1 Modal analysis 197 4.4.2 Forced vibration analysis 201 4.5 Waves in membranes 202 4.5.1 Waves in Cartesian coordinates 202 4.5.2 Waves in polar coordinates 204 4.5.3 Energetics of membrane waves 207 4.5.4 Initial value problem for infinite membranes 208 4.5.5 Reflection of plane waves 209 Exercises 213 References 214 5 Vibrations of plates 217 5.1 Dynamics of plates 217 5.1.1 Newtonian formulation 217 5.2 Vibrations of rectangular plates 222 5.2.1 Free vibrations 222 5.2.2 Orthogonality of plate eigenfunctions 228 5.2.3 Forced vibrations 229 5.3 Vibrations of circular plates 231 5.3.1 Free vibrations 231 5.3.2 Forced vibrations 234 5.4 Waves in plates 236 5.5 Plates with varying thickness 238 Exercises 239 References 241 6 Boundary value and eigenvalue problems in vibrations 243 6.1 Self-adjoint operators and eigenvalue problems for undamped free vibrations 243 6.1.1 General properties and expansion theorem 243 6.1.2 Green’s functions and integral formulation of eigenvalue problems 252 6.1.3 Bounds for eigenvalues: Rayleigh’s quotient and other methods 255 6.2 Forced vibrations 259 6.2.1 Equations of motion 259 6.2.2 Green’s function for inhomogeneous vibration problems 260 6.3 Some discretization methods for free and forced vibrations 261 6.3.1 Expansion in function series 261 6.3.2 The collocation method 262 6.3.3 The method of subdomains 266 6.3.4 Galerkin’s method 267 6.3.5 The Rayleigh–Ritz method 269 6.3.6 The finite-element method 272 References 288 7 Waves in fluids 289 7.1 Acoustic waves in fluids 289 7.1.1 The acoustic wave equation 289 7.1.2 Planar acoustic waves 294 7.1.3 Energetics of planar acoustic waves 295 7.1.4 Reflection and refraction of planar acoustic waves 297 7.1.5 Spherical waves 300 7.1.6 Cylindrical waves 305 7.1.7 Acoustic radiation from membranes and plates 307 7.1.8 Waves in wave guides 314 7.1.9 Acoustic waves in a slightly viscous fluid 318 7.2 Surface waves in incompressible liquids 320 7.2.1 Dynamics of surface waves 320 7.2.2 Sloshing of liquids in tanks 323 7.2.3 Surface waves in a channel 330 Exercises 334 References 337 8 Waves in elastic continua 339 8.1 Equations of motion 339 8.2 Plane elastic waves in unbounded continua 344 8.3 Energetics of elastic waves 346 8.4 Reflection of elastic waves 348 8.4.1 Reflection from a free boundary 349 8.5 Rayleigh surface waves 353 8.6 Reflection and refraction of planar acoustic waves 357 Exercises 359 References 361 A The variational formulation of dynamics 363 References 365 B Harmonic waves and dispersion relation 367 B.1 Fourier representation and harmonic waves 367 B.2 Phase velocity and group velocity 369 References 372 C Variational formulation for dynamics of plates 373 References 378 Index 379

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Book SynopsisThe creation of affordable high speed optical communications using standard semiconductor manufacturing technology is a principal aim of silicon photonics research. This would involve replacing copper connections with optical fibres or waveguides, and electrons with photons.Table of ContentsSeries Preface xv Preface xvii 1 Introduction to Silicon Photonics 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 VLSI: Past, Present, and Future Roadmap 2 1.3 The Interconnect Problem in VLSI 3 1.4 The Long-Haul Optical Communication Link 4 1.5 Data Network 7 1.6 Conclusions 7 1.7 Scope of the Book 8 2 Basic Properties of Silicon 11 2.1 Introduction 11 2.2 Band Structure 12 2.3 Density-of-States Function 17 2.4 Impurities 19 2.5 Alloys of Silicon and Other Group IV Elements 21 2.6 Heterojunctions and Band Lineup 23 2.7 Si-Based Heterostructures 24 2.8 Direct GAP: Ge/SiGeSn Heterojunctions 33 3 Quantum Structures 41 3.1 Introduction 41 3.2 Quantum Wells 41 3.3 Quantum Wires and Dots 48 3.4 Superlattices 50 3.5 Si-Based Quantum Structures 52 3.6 Effect of Electric Field 56 4 Optical Processes 61 4.1 Introduction 61 4.2 Optical Constants 61 4.3 Basic Concepts 64 4.4 Absorption Processes in Semiconductors 66 4.5 Fundamental Absorption in Direct GAP 66 4.6 Fundamental Absorption in Indirect GAP 73 4.7 Absorption and Gain 77 4.8 Intervalence Band Absorption 79 4.9 Free-carrier Absorption 80 4.10 Recombination and Luminescence 82 4.11 Nonradiative Recombination 86 4.12 Excitonic and Impurity Absorption 91 5 Optical Processes in Quantum Structures 97 5.1 Introduction 97 5.2 Optical Processes in QWs 98 5.3 Intersubband Transitions 105 5.4 Excitonic Processes in QWs 109 5.5 Effect of Electric Fields 114 5.6 Optical Processes in QWRs 118 5.7 Optical Processes in QDS 119 6 Light Emitters in Si 123 6.1 Introduction 123 6.2 Basic Theory of Light Emission 124 6.3 Early Efforts: Zone Folding 125 6.4 Band Structure Engineering Using Alloys 126 6.5 Quantum Confinement 129 6.6 Imputities in Silicon 134 6.7 Stimulated Emission: Prospect 139 6.8 Intersubband Emission 143 6.9 Tensile-Strained Ge Layers 146 7 Si Light Modulators 151 7.1 Introduction 151 7.2 Physical Effects 152 7.3 Electrorefraction in Silicon 156 7.4 Thermo-Optic Effects in Si 158 7.5 Modulators: Some Useful Characteristics 159 7.6 Modulation Bandwidth under Injection 160 7.7 Optical Structures 161 7.8 Electrical Structures 164 7.9 High-Bandwidth Modulators 168 7.10 Performance of EO Modulators 170 8 Silicon Photodetectors 175 8.1 Introduction 175 8.2 Optical Detection 176 8.3 Important Characteristics of Photodetectors 180 8.4 Examples of Types of Photodetectors 187 8.5 Examples of Photodiodes in Standard Silicon Technology 192 8.6 Phototransistors in Standard Silicon Technology 196 8.7 CMOS and BiCMOS 197 8.8 Silicon-on-Insulator (SOI) 198 8.9 Photodetectors Using Heteroepitaxy 202 9 Raman Lasers 219 9.1 Introduction 219 9.2 Raman Scattering: Basic Concepts 220 9.3 Simplified Theory of Raman Scattering 222 9.4 Raman Effect in Silicon 224 9.5 Raman Gain Coefficient 224 9.6 Continuous-Wave Raman Laser 228 9.7 Further Developments 230 10 Guided Lightwaves: Introduction 233 10.1 Introduction 233 10.2 Ray Optic Theory for Light Guidance 233 10.3 Reflection Coefficients 234 10.4 Modes of a Planar Waveguide 235 10.5 Wave Theory of Light Guides 238 10.6 3D Optical Waveguides 244 10.7 Loss Mechanisms in Waveguides 252 10.8 Coupling to Optical Devices 257 10.9 Tapers 261 11 Principle of Planar Waveguide Devices 267 11.1 Introduction 267 11.2 Model for Mode Coupling 267 11.3 Directional Coupler 270 11.4 Distributed Bragg Reflector 273 11.5 Some Useful Planar Devices 277 12 Waveguides for Dense Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (DWDM) Systems 293 12.1 Introduction 293 12.2 Structure and Operation of AWGs 294 12.3 AWG Characteristics 297 12.4 Methods for Improving Performance 300 12.5 Applications of AWGs 303 12.6 PHASAR-Based Devices on Different Materials 306 12.7 Echelle Grating 307 13 Fabrication Techniques and Materials Systems 311 13.1 Introduction 311 13.2 Planar Processing 312 13.3 Substrate Growth and Preparation 312 13.4 Material Modification 318 13.5 Etching 322 13.6 Lithography 326 13.7 Fabrication of Waveguides 328 13.8 Grating Formation Process 331 13.9 Materials Systems for Waveguide Formation 334 Problems 348 References 349 Further Reading 352 Appendix A: k.p Method 355 Appendix B: Values of Parameters 371 Index

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Book SynopsisWritten by academics with more than 30 years experience teaching physics and material science, Physics of Functional Materials outlines the modern theory of atoms and molecules as well as different types of bonds in solids. This essential text is a one-stop reference on functional materials.Trade Review"[The book contains] a great deal of useful information." (The Higher Education Academy Physical Sciences Centre, December 2008)Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Structures of Melts and Solids. 1.1. Introduction. 1.2. X-ray Analysis. 1.3. The Hard Sphere Model of Atoms. 1.4. Crystal Structure. 1.5. Crystal Structures of Solid Metals. 1.6. Crystal Defects in Pure Metals. 1.7. Structures of Alloy Melts and Solids. 2. Theory of Atoms and Molecules. 2.1. Introduction. 2.2. The Bohr Model of Atomic Structure. 2.3. The Quantum Mechanical Model of Atomic Structure. 2.4. Solution of the Schrödinger Equation for Atoms. 2.5. Quantum Mechanics and Probability: Selection Rules. 2.6. The Quantum Mechanical Model of Molecular Structure. 2.7. Diatomic Molecules. 2.8. Polyatomic Molecules. 3. Theory of Solids. 3.1. Introduction. 3.2. Bonds in Molecules and Solids: Some Definitions. 3.3. Bonds in Molecules and Nonmetallic Solids. 3.4. Metallic Bonds. 3.5. Band Theory of Solids. 3.6. Elastic Vibrations in Solids. 3.7. Influence of Lattice Defects on Electronic Structures in Crystals. 4. Properties of Gases. 4.1. Introduction. 4.2. Kinetic Theory of Gases. 4.3. Energy Distribution in Particle Systems: Maxwell-Boltzmann Distribution Law. 4.4. Gas Laws. 4.5. Heat Capacity. 4.6. Mean Free Path. 4.7. Viscosity. 4.8. Thermal Conduction. 4.9. Diffusion. 4.10. Molecular Sizes. 4.11. Properties of Gas Mixtures. 4.12. Plasma - The Fourth State of Matter. 5. Transformation Kinetics: Diffusion in Solids. 5.1. Introduction. 5.2. Thermodynamics. 5.3. Transformation Kinetics. 5.4. Reaction Rates. 5.5. Kinetics of Homogeneous Reactions in Gases. 5.6. Diffusion in Solids. 6. Mechanical, Thermal and Magnetic Properties of Solids. 6.1. Introduction. 6.2. Total Energy of Metallic Crystals. 6.3. Elasticity and Compressibility. 6.4. Expansion. 6.5. Heat Capacity. 6.6. Magnetism. 7. Transport Properties of Solids. Optical Properties of Solids. 7.1. Introduction. 7.2. Thermal Conduction. 7.3. Electrical Conduction. 7.4. Metallic Conductors. 7.5. Insulators. 7.6. Semiconductors. 7.7. Optical Properties of Solids. 8. Properties of Liquids and Melts. 8.1. Introduction. 8.2. X-ray Spectra of Liquids and Melts. 8.3. Models of Pure Liquids and Melts. 8.4. Melting Points of Solid Metals. 8.5. Density and Volume. 8.6. Thermal Expansion. 8.7. Heat Capacity. 8.8. Transport Properties of Liquids. 8.9. Diffusion. 8.10. Viscosity. 8.11. Thermal Conduction. 8.12. Electrical Conduction. Answers to Exercises. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe cutting-edge guide on advancing the science of molecular imaging using nanoparticles Nanoplathform-Based Molecular Imaging provides rationale for using nanoparticle-based probes for molecular imaging, then discusses general strategies for this underutilized, yet promising, technology. It addresses general strategies of particle synthesis and surface chemistry, applications in computed tomography optical imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, multimodality imaging, theranostics, and finally, the clinical perspectives of nanoimaging. This comprehensive volume summarizes the opinions of those in the forefront of research and describes the latest developments by emphasizing fundamentals and initiating hands-on application. Trade Review“This comprehensive volume summarizes the opinions of those in the forefront of research and describes the latest developments by emphasizing fundamentals and initiating hands-on application.” (Imaging & Microscopy, 1 March 2012) "This monumental work of more than 800 pages is dedicated to the visualization of cellular behavior and molecular processes in living organisms using nanotechnologies. The book is written in a clear manner by tens of experts in the field." (Optics & Photonics News, 2011) "This comprehensive volume summarizes the opinions of those in the forefront of research and describes the latest developments by emphasizing fundamentals and initiating hands-on application." (Global Print Monitor, 8 March 2011)Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. Contributors. Part I Basics of Molecular Imaging and Nanobiotechnology. 1. Basic Principles of Molecular Imaging (Sven H. Hausner). 2. Synthesis of Nanomaterials as a Platform for Molecular Imaging (Jinhao Gao, Jin Xie, Bing Xu, and Xiaoyuan Chen). 3. Nanoparticle Surface Modification and Bioocnjugation (Jin Xie, Jinhao Gao, Mark Michalski, and Xiaoyuan Chen). 4. Biodistribution and Pharmacokinetics of Nanoprobes (Nagesh Kolishetti, Frank Alexis, Eric M. Pridgen, and Omid C. Farokhzad). Part II Nanoparticles for Single Modality Molecular Imaging. 5. Computed Tomography as a Tool for Anatomical and Molecular Imaging (Pingyu Liu, Hu Zhou, and Lei Xing). 6. Carbon Nanotube X-Ray for Dynamic Micro-CT Imaging of Small Animal Models (Otto Zhou, Guohua Cao, Yueh Z. Lee, and Jianping Lu). 7. Quantum Dots for In Vivo Molecular Imaging (Yun Xing). 8. Biopolymer, Dendrimer and Liposome Nanoplatforms for Optical Molecular Imaging (David Pham, Ling Zhang, Bo Chen, and Ella F. Jones). 9. Nanoplatforms for Raman Molecular Imaging in Biological Systems (Zhuang Liu). 10. Single-Walled Carbon Nanotube Near-Infrared Fluorescent Sensors for Biological Systems (Jingqing Zhang, and Michael S. Strano). 11. Microparticle- and Nanoparticle-Based Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound Imaging (Nirupama Deshpande, and Jurgen K. Willmann). 12. Ultrasound-Based Molecular Imaging Using Nanoagents (Srivalleesha Mallidi, Mohammad Mehrmohammadi, Kimberly Homan, Bo Wang, Min Qu, Timothy Larson, Konstantin Sokolov, and Stanislav Emelianov). 13. MRI Contrast Agents Based on Inorganic Nanoparticles (Hyon B. Na, and Taghwan Hyeon). 14. Cellular Magnetic Labeling with Iron Oxide Nanoparticles (Sebastien Boutry, Sophie Laurent, Luce V. Elst, and Robert N. Muller). 15. Nanoparticles Containing Rare Earth Ions: A Tunable Tool for MRI (C. Riviére, S. Roux, R. Bazzi, J.-L. Bridot, C. Billotey, P. Perriat, and O. Tillement). 16. Microfabricated Multispectral MRI Contrast Agents (Gary Zabow, and Alan Koretsky). 17. Radiolabeled Nanoplatforms: Imaging Hot Bullets Hitting Their Targets (Raffaella Rossin). Part III: Nanoparticle Platforms as Multimodality Imaging and Therapy Agents. 18. Lipoprotein-Based Nanoplatforms for Cancer Molecular Imaging (Ian R. Corbin, Kenneth Ng, and Gang Zheng). 19. Protein Cages as Multimode Imaging Agents (Masaki Uchida, Lars Liepold, Peter Suci, Mark Young, and Trevor Douglas). 20. Biomedical Applications of Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (Weibo Cai, Ting Gao, and Hao Hong). 21. Multifunctional Nanoparticles for Multimodal Molecular Imaging (Yonglong Hou, and Rui Hao). 22. Multifunctional Nanoparticles for Cancer Theragnostics (Seulki Lee, Ick Chan Kwon, and Kwangmeyung Kim). 23. Nanoparticles for Combined Cancer Imaging and Therapy (Vaishali Bagolkot, Mikyung Yu, and Sangyong Jon). 24. Multimodal Imaging and Therapy with Magnetofluorescent Nanoparticles (Jason McCarthy, and Ralph Weissleder). 25. Gold Nanocages: A Multifunctional Platform for Molecular Optical Imaging and Photothermal Treatment (Leslie Au, Claire M. Cobley, Jingyi Chen, and Younan Xia). 26. Theranostic Applications of Gold Nanoparticles in Cancer (Parmeswaran Diagaradjane, Pranshu Mohindra, and Sunil Krishnan). 27. Gold Nanorods as Theranostic Agents (Alexander Wei, Qingshan Wei, and Alexei P. Lenov). 28. Theranostic Applications of Gold Core-Shell Structured Nanoparticles (Wei Lu, Marites Melancon, and Chun Li). 29. Magnetic Nanoparticle Carrier for Targeted Drug Delivery: Perspective, Outlook and Design (R.D.K. Misra). 30. Perfluorocarbon Nanoparticles: A Multidimensional Platform for Targeted Image-Guided Drug Delivery (Gregory M. Lanza, Shelton D. Caruthers, Anne H. Schmieder, Patrick M. Winter, Tillmann Cyrue, Samuel and A. Wickline). 31. Radioimmunonanoparticles for Cancer Imaging and Therapy (Arutselvan Natarajan). Part IV: Translational Nanomedicine. 32. Current Status and Future Prospects for Nanoparticle-Based Technology in Human Medicine (Nuria Sanvicens, Fatima Fernandez, J.-Pablo Salvador, and M.-Pilar Marco). Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book addresses the many important problems in service operations management, which can be analyzed using two core methodologies: optimization and queueing theory (including numerical simulation of queues).Trade Review"The book is well written and very easy to follow. The reviewer highly recommends the book to be considered as a textbook for courses on service operations at the senior-undergraduate and graduate levels." (A Journal for the Worldwide Service Science Community, 2011) Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. 1. Why study services? 1.1 What are services. 1.2 Services as a percent of the economy. 1.3 Public versus private service delivery. 1.4 Why model services? 1.5 Key service decisions. 1.6 Philosophy about models. 1.7 Outline of the book. 1.8 Problems. 1.9 References. METHODOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS. 2 Optimization. 2.1 Introduction. 2.2 Five key elements of optimization. 2.3 Taxonomy of optimization models. 2.4 You probably have seen one already. 2.5 Linear programming. 2.6 Special network form. 2.7 Integer problems. 2.8 Multiple objective problems. 2.9 Mark’s ten rules of formulating problems. 2.10 Problems. 2.11 References. 3 Queueing theory. 3.1 Introduction. 3.2 What is a queueing theory? 3.3 Key performance metrics for queues and Little’s formula. 3.4 A framework for Markovian queues. 3.5 Key results for non-Markovian queues. 3.6 Solving queueing models numerically. 3.7 When conditions change over time. 3.8 Conclusions. 3.9 Problems. 3.10 References. APPLICATION AREAS. 4 Location and districting problems in services. 4.1 Example applications. 4.2 Taxonomy of location problems. 4.3 Covering problems. 4.4 Median problems - minimizing the demand-weighted average distance. 4.5 Multi-objective models. 4.6 Districting problems. 4.7 Franchise location problems. 4.8 Summary and software. 4.9 Problems. 4.10 References. 5 Inventory decisions in services. 5.1 Why is inventory in a service modeling book? 5.2 EOQ - a basic inventory model. 5.3 Extensions of the EOQ model. 5.4 Time varying demand. 5.5 Uncertain demand and lead times. 5.6 Newsvendor problem and applications. 5.7 Summary. 5.8 Problems. 5.9 References. 6 Resource allocation problems and decisions in services. 6.1 Example resource allocation problems. 6.2 How to formulate an assignment or resource allocation problem. 6.3 Infeasible solutions. 6.4 Assigning students to freshman seminars. 6.5 Assigning students to intersession courses. 6.6 Improving the assignment of zip codes to Congressional districts. 6.7 Summary. 6.8 Problems. 6.9 References. 7 Short-term workforce scheduling. 7.1 Overview of scheduling. 7.2 Simple model. 7.3 Extensions of the simple model. 7.4 More difficult extensions. 7.5 Linking scheduling to service. 7.6 Time-dependent queueing analyzer. 7.7 Assigning specific employees to shifts. 7.8 Summary. 7.9 Problems. 7.10 References. 8 Long-term workforce planning. 8.1 Why is long-term workforce planning an issue? 8.2 Basic model. 8.3 Grouping of skills. 8.4 Planning over time. 8.5 Linking to project scheduling. 8.6 Linking to personnel training and planning in general. 8.7 Simple model of training. 8.8 Summary. 8.9 Problems. 8.10 References. 9 Priority services, call center design and customer scheduling. 9.1 Examples. 9.2 Priority queueing for emergency and other services. service in each class with non-preemptive priorities. 9.2.3 Priority service with Poisson arrivals, multiple servers and identically distributed exponential service times.. 9.2.4 Preemptive queueing. 9.3 Call center design. 9.4 Scheduling in services. 9.5 Summary. 9.6 Problems. 9.7 References. 10 Vehicle routing and services. 10.1 Example routing problems. 10.2 Classification of routing problems. 10.3 Arc routing. 10.4 The traveling salesman problem. 10.5 Vehicle routing problems. 10.6 Summary. 10.7 Problems. 10.8 References. 11 Where to from here? 11.1 Introduction. 11.2 Other methodologies. 11.3 Other applications in services. 11.4 Summary. 11.5 References. APPENDICES. A. Sums of series - basic formulae. B. Overview of probability. B.1. Introduction and basic definitions. B.2 Axioms of probability .. B.3 Joint, marginal and conditional probabilities and Bayes’ theorem. B.4 Counting, ordered pairs, permutations and combinations. B.5 Random variables. B.6 Discrete random variables. B.7 Continuous random variables. B.8 Moment and probability generating functions. B.9 Generating random variables. B.10 Random variables in Excel. C. References.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an introduction to chemical engineering topics in an integrated fashion and illustrates the methodology of process design through the processes followed in the text. It provides an all-in-one coverage of topics from process plant interactions to economic analyses and thermodynamic properties of streams.Trade Review“The author, a professor emeritus of chemical engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, guides readers step by step through the execution of both chemical process analysis and equipment design, allowing readers to master such chemical engineering operations and equipment as separators, reactors, heat exchangers, and more.” (Chemical Engineering Progress, 1 September 2013) Table of ContentsPREFACE xix PART I MACROSCOPIC VIEW 1 1 Chemical Process Perspective 3 1.1 Some Basic Concepts in Chemical Processing, 3 1.2 Acrylic Acid Production, 5 1.3 Biocatalytic Processes—Enzymatic Systems, 21 1.4 Basic Database, 24 Problems, 26 2 Macroscopic Mass Balances 28 2.1 Chemical Processing Systems, 28 2.2 Steady-State Mass Balances Without Chemical Reactions, 37 2.3 Steady-State Mass Balances with Single Chemical Reactions, 41 2.4 Steady-State Mass Balances with Multiple Chemical Reactions, 46 3 Macroscopic Energy and Entropy Balances 53 3.1 Basic Thermodynamic Functions, 53 3.2 Evaluation of H and S for Pure Materials, 55 3.3 Evaluation of H and S Functions for Mixtures, 59 3.4 Energy Flows and the First Law, 62 3.5 Energy Balances Without Reaction, 64 3.6 Energy Balances with Reaction-Ideal Solution, 70 3.7 Entropy Balances, 77 4 Macroscopic Momentum and Mechanical Energy Balances 86 4.1 Momentum Balance, 86 4.2 Mechanical Energy Balance, 88 4.3 Applications to Incompressible Flow Systems, 89 5 Completely Mixed Systems—Equipment Considerations 95 5.1 Mixing and Residence Time Distributions—Definitions, 95 5.2 Measurement and Interpretation of Residence Time Distributions, 97 5.3 Basic Aspects of Stirred Tank Design, 99 6 Separation and Reaction Processes in Completely Mixed Systems 107 6.1 Phase Equilibrium: Single-Stage Separation Operations, 107 6.2 Gas–Liquid Operations, 109 6.3 Flash Vaporization, 133 6.4 Liquid–Liquid Extraction, 145 6.5 Adsorption, 151 6.6 Single-Phase Stirred Tank Reactors, 159 6.7 Chemical Reaction Equilibrium, 174 PART II MICROSCOPIC VIEW 181 7 Multistage Separation and Reactor Operations 183 7.1 Absorption and Stripping, 183 7.2 Distillation, 200 7.3 Liquid–Liquid Extraction, 221 7.4 Multiple Reactor Stages, 235 7.5 Staged Fixed-Bed Converters for Exothermic Gas Phase Reaction, 238 8 Microscopic Equations of Change 243 8.1 Mass Flux: Average Velocities and Diffusion, 244 8.2 Momentum Flux: Stress Tensor, 249 8.3 Energy Flux: Conduction, 250 8.4 Balance Equations, 251 8.5 Entropy Balance and Flux Expressions, 254 8.6 Turbulence, 265 8.7 Application of Balance Equations, 269 9 Nonturbulent Isothermal Momentum Transfer 276 9.1 Rectangular Models, 276 9.2 Cylindrical Systems, 280 9.3 Spherical Systems, 287 9.4 Microfluidics—Gas Phase Systems, 289 10 Nonturbulent Isothermal Mass Transfer 296 10.1 Membranes, 296 10.2 Diffusion Models for Porous Solids, 307 10.3 Heterogeneous Catalysis, 311 10.4 Transient Adsorption by Porous Solid, 316 10.5 Diffusion with Laminar Flow, 318 11 Energy Transfer Under Nonturbulent Conditions 324 11.1 Conduction in Solids–Composite Walls, 325 11.2 Thermal Effects in Porous Catalysts, 327 11.3 Heat Transfer to Falling Film—Short Contact Times, 330 11.4 Moving Boundary Problem, 332 12 Isothermal Mass Transfer Under Turbulent Conditions 335 12.1 Intraphase Mass Transfer Coefficients, 335 12.2 Interphase Mass Transfer Coefficients—Controlling Resistances, 338 12.3 Measurement and Correlation of Mass Transfer Coefficients, 339 12.4 Fixed Beds, 342 12.5 Pipes, 345 12.7 Packed Towers—Gas Absorption, 349 12.8 Applification of Experimental Mass Transfer Coefficients, 357 13 Interphase Momentum Transfer Under Turbulent Conditions 367 13.1 Pressure Drop in Conduits and Fixed Beds, 368 13.2 Flow Over Submerged Spheres, 376 14 Interphase Energy Transfer Under Turbulent Conditions 384 14.1 Heat Transfer Coefficients—Analogy with Mass Transfer, 384 14.2 Heat Exchangers, 385 14.3 Multi-Tubular Catalytic Reactors, 395 15 Microscopic to Macroscopic 400 15.1 Macroscopic Mass Balance, 400 15.2 Macroscopic Energy Balance, 401 15.3 Macroscopic Mechanical Energy Balance, 402 APPENDIX A PERIODIC TABLE 405 APPENDIX B CONVERSION FACTORS 406 APPENDIX C PARTIAL DATABASE FOR ACRYLIC ACID PROCESS 409 APPENDIX D SOME MATHEMATICAL RESULTS 414 APPENDIX E MASS BALANCE IN CYLINDRICAL COORDINATES AND LAMINAR FLOW IN Z DIRECTION 418 NOMENCLATURE 419 REFERENCES 423 INDEX 427

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Book SynopsisWritten by the author who helped crystalize the field of technology management and the management of innovation with the first two editions of Managing Technological Innovation, this Third Edition brings the subject in line with current business strategy.Table of ContentsPreface. I Technology Competitiveness—Business Base of Innovation. 1 Technological Innovation. 2 Innovation and Economy. 3 Innovation and National Systems. 4 Innovation Research. 5 Innovation and Corporate R&D. 6 Innovation and Markets. 7 Innovation and Product Development. 8 Innovation and Strategy. II Technology Strategy—Technical Base of Innovation. 9 Integrating Technology and Business Strategy. 10 Inventing Technology. 11 Technology Systems. 12 Product Systems. 13 Service Systems. 14 Biotechnology Systems. 15 Ethics and Technology. III Innovation Handbook. 16 Innovation Practice. Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a repository of cases and articles on the broad applications of human factors knowledge across the globe.Table of ContentsPreface xiii Part I Historical Perspective 1 References 4 1 Natural and Engineered Systems 7 Purposeful Design 7 User-Centered Design 8 Design against Failure 10 Summary 12 References 12 2 Historical Roots 14 Engineering for Physical Limitations 14 Size 14 Strength 17 Speed and Efficiency 17 Engineering for Human Cognition 21 Writing 21 Number Systems 24 Point-and-Click Interfaces 25 The Modern Era 25 Aviation 26 The Digital Computer 28 A Fractured Field 30 Human Factors/Ergonomics 31 Human-Computer Interaction 33 Human-Systems Integration 33 Summary 34 References 34 3 The Current Practice 37 Aerospace 38 The Human-System Specialist in Aerospace 39 Medicine 40 The Human-System Specialist in Medicine 42 Automotive Industry 42 The Human-System Specialist in the Automotive Industry 43 Computer Industry 43 The Human-System Specialist in Human-Computer Interfaces 44 Summary 44 References 45 Part II The Environment 49 References 51 4 The Varied Nature of Environments 53 Static vs. Dynamic Domains 54 Sources of Difficulty in Static Environments 56 Modes 56 Comprehension 57 Sources of Difficulty in Dynamic Environments 58 Lag 58 Plant Dynamics 59 Control Order 63 Perturbation and Noise 66 Internal vs. External Pacing 67 Error Tolerance 68 Summary 69 References 69 5 The Social Context 71 Methodological Consequences of Group Size 74 Length/Variability of Response Times 74 Methods of Study and Analysis 75 Communication and Coordination Consequences of Group Size 76 Summary 79 References 80 6 Analysis Techniques 81 Modeling Static Environments: Finite State Representations 82 Modeling Dynamic Environments 84 Control Theory 85 Signal Detection Theory 88 Task Analysis 93 Measuring Complexity Using Information Theory 94 Modeling Throughput Using Queuing Theory 97 Summary 99 References 99 Part III The Human Element 101 References 103 7 Determinants of Human Behavior 105 The Human Factor 106 Structure and Content 107 Levels of Analysis 109 Summary 111 References 111 8 The Structure of Human Information Processing 113 Processing Stages 115 Cognition and Action 117 Cognition and Goal-Directed Behavior 119 Response Selection 119 The Hick-Hyman Law 120 Compatibility 123 The Nature of Capacity Limitations 125 Summary 126 References 126 9 Acquiring Information 127 Sensory Processing 127 Vision 127 Illumination 128 Reflectance of the Surface 128 Reflectance of Surrounding Surfaces 131 Anatomy of the Eye 131 Visual Acuity 132 Acuity and Retinal Eccentricity 135 Adaptation 138 Saccadic Eye Movements 139 Temporal Vision 141 Masking and Crowding 141 The What and Where of Vision 142 Summary 143 Color Vision 143 CIE Color Space 144 The Uses of Color 147 Audition 147 The Human Auditory System 149 Auditory Perception 150 Pitch, Masking, and Critical Bands 152 Auditory Localization 153 Auditory-Visual Cross-Modal Interactions 154 Sensory Processing Summary 157 Attention 157 Selective Attention 157 The Cocktail Party Phenomenon and Echoic Memory 158 Iconic Memory in Vision 159 Resource and Data Limits 160 The Capacity of Attention 163 The Processing of Unattended Items 163 Controlling Attention 164 Visual Search 164 Visual Monitoring 170 Information Foraging Theory 170 Summary 171 References 172 10 Central Processing Limitations on Multitasking 181 Bottleneck Theories 181 Central Bottleneck Theory 182 The Psychological Refractory Period Paradigm 183 Central Bottleneck Theory and Driving 185 Central Bottleneck Theory and Human-Computer Interaction 187 Fitts’ Law 189 Project Ernestine 190 Capacity Theories 191 Complexity in Resource Allocation 191 Allocation of Limited-Capacity Resources 192 Multiple Resource Theory 195 Using Multiple Resource Theory 198 Applications of Single-Channel and Multiple Resource Theories 200 Timesharing 201 Task-Switching Costs 201 Cognitive Operations in Task Switching 202 Timesharing Strategies and the Control of Processing 203 Speed-Accuracy Trade-Off 204 Optimal Strategies 205 Summary 205 References 206 11 Memory 210 Types of Memories 210 Short-Term Memory 211 Working Memory 213 Long-Term Memory 215 Episodic versus Semantic Memory 217 Retaining and Forgetting Information 218 Interference 220 Forgetting to Remember to Remember: Prospective Memory 223 Retrieving Information 224 Short-Term Memory Retrieval 225 Long-Term Memory Retrieval 226 Summary 230 References 231 12 Decision Making 236 Anatomy of a Decision 236 Normative Approaches to Decision Making 239 Rational Decisions 240 Bayes Theorem 240 Utility and Expected Value 242 Nonoptimality of Human Decisions 243 Failure to Consider Base Rate Information 244 Judging Numerical Quantities 245 Failure to Appreciate Statistical Properties 245 Cognitive Approaches to Decision Making 246 Confirmation Bias 247 Framing Effects 248 Overconfidence 249 Heuristics in Human Decisions 250 Availability 250 Representativeness 251 Anchoring 253 The Use of Heuristics 254 Other Influences on Decision Making 254 Process Models of Human Decision Making 256 Naturalistic Decision Making 259 Relationship between Decision-Making Models and Systems Engineering 262 Summary 263 References 263 Part IV Human-System Integration 267 References 269 13 A Case Study in Human-System Performance: The Exxon Valdez 271 An Account of the Grounding of the Tankship Exxon Valdez 272 The Nature of the Error 274 Mode Errors 274 Control Dynamics and Detection Times 276 Time Estimation 277 Decision Biases 278 Multitasking 279 Summary 281 References 282 14 Human Error 284 Human Error and System Error 284 The Nature of Human Error 285 Theories of Human Error 288 Error Types 289 Error Forms 290 Situation Awareness 292 Situation Awareness in Individuals 292 Situation Awareness of Teams 294 Cognitive Processing in Establishing Situation Awareness 295 Measuring Situation Awareness 296 Inferring Situation Awareness from Eye Fixation Patterns 299 Summary of Situation Awareness 300 Summary 301 References 301 15 Contextual Factors Affecting Human-System Performance 307 Workload 307 Defining and Measuring Workload 308 Performance-Based Metrics 308 Cognitive Task Analysis 313 Physiological Indices of Workload 316 Subjective Ratings of Workload 318 Workload Summary 320 Interruption 320 Operator State 323 Fatigue 324 Sleep Deprivation and Circadian Rhythms 326 Summary 327 References 327 16 The Role of Automation in Human-System Performance 339 Using Automated Devices 341 Levels of Automation 343 A Taxonomy of Automation Levels 345 Automation as a Decision Support Aid 348 Automation and System Safety 352 Summary 354 References 354 0 Alarms and Alerts 360 Sensory Characteristics of Good Alerts and Alarms 361 Design Considerations in Alerts and Alarms 362 Human Factors Issues with Alerts and Alarms 363 Information Displays 364 Transform Information to Take Advantage of Human Perceptual Systems 365 Match Perceptual Cues to the Nature of the Judgment 365 Choose Perceptual Depictions Compatible with Internal Representations 367 Provide Feedback 371 Use Presentation Techniques That Minimize Demand for Focal Visual Attention 372 Use Perceptual Distinctions That Match Visual and Auditory Capabilities 372 Apply the Proximity Compatibility Principle 374 Create Barriers 374 Summary 377 References 377 Index 383

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Book SynopsisThis book is the first of its kind to collectively address design-based and mechanical micro-manufacturing topics in one place. Itfocuses on design andmaterials selection, as well as the manufacturing of micro-products using mechanical-based micro-manufacturing process technologies. After addressing the fundamentals andnon-metallic-based micro-manufacturing processes in the semiconductor industry, it goes on to address specific metallic-based micro-manufacturing processes, such as:micro-forming, micro-machining, micro-molding, micro-laser processing, micro-layered manufacturing, micro-joining, micro-assembly and materials handling, and microEDM and ECM. The book provides an in-depth understanding of materials behavior at micro-scales and under different micro-scale processing conditions, while also including a wide variety of emerging micro-scale manufacturing issues and examples.Table of ContentsForeword vii Contributors ix 1 Fundamentals of Micro-Manufacturing 1 2 Micro-Fabrication Processes in Semiconductor Industry 25 3 Modeling and Analysis at Micro-Scales 43 4 Metrology, Inspection, and Process Control in Micro-Scales 71 5 Micro-Layered Manufacturing 97 6 Micro-Laser Processing 159 7 Polymer Micro-Molding/Forming Processes 197 8 Mechanical Micro-Machining 235 9 Micro-Forming 275 10 Micro-Electro Discharge Machining (μEDM) 301 11 Metal Injection Molding at Micro-Scales (μMIM) 347 Index 371

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Book SynopsisThe one-stop resource for rubber-clay nanocomposite information The first comprehensive, single-volume book to compile all the most important data on rubber-clay nanocomposites in one place, Rubber-Clay Nanocomposites: Science, Technology, and Applications reviews rubber-clay nanocomposites in an easy-to-reference format designed for R&D professionals. Including contributions from experts from North America, Europe, and Asia, the book explores the properties of compounds with rubber-clay nanocomposites, including their rheology, curing kinetics, mechanical properties, and many others. Rubber-clay nanocomposites are of growing interest to the scientific and technological community, and have been shown to improve rubber compound reinforcement and impermeability. These natural mineral fillers are of potential interest for large-scale applications and are already making an impact in several major fields. Packed with valuable information about the synthesis, Table of ContentsPREFACE xvii CONTRIBUTORS xxi SECTION I CLAYS FOR NANOCOMPOSITES 1 CLAYS AND CLAY MINERALS 3 1.1 What’s in a Name / 3 1.2 Multiscale Organization of Clay Minerals / 6 1.2.1 Dispersion Versus Aggregation / 6 1.2.2 Delamination/Exfoliation Versus Stacking / 6 1.3 Intimate Organization of the Layer / 8 1.3.1 Cationic and Neutral Clay Minerals / 8 1.3.2 Anionic Clay Minerals (O) / 21 1.4 Most Relevant Physicochemical Properties of Clay Mineral / 22 1.4.1 Surface Area and Porosity / 22 1.4.2 Chemical Landscape of the Clay Surfaces / 24 1.4.3 Cation (and Anion) Exchange Capacity / 24 1.4.4 Intercalation and Confinement in the Interlayer Space / 27 1.4.5 Swelling / 30 1.4.6 Rheology / 31 1.5 Availability of Natural Clays and Synthetic Clay Minerals / 33 1.6 Clays and (Modified) Clay Minerals as Fillers / 35 Acknowledgment / 37 References / 37 2 ORGANOPHILIC CLAY MINERALS 45 2.1 Organophilicity/Lipophilicity and the Hydrophilic/Lipophilic Balance (HLB) / 45 2.2 From Clays to Organoclays in Polymer Technology / 47 2.3 Methods of Organoclay Synthesis / 49 2.3.1 Cation Exchange from Solutions / 49 2.3.2 Solid-State Intercalation / 58 2.3.3 Grafting from Solution / 59 2.3.4 Direct Synthesis of Grafted Organoclays / 62 2.3.5 Postsynthesis Modifications of Organoclays: The “PCH” / 64 2.3.6 An Overview of Commercial Organoclays / 64 2.3.7 One-Pot CPN Formation / 66 2.4 Other Types of Clay Modifications for Clay-Based Nanomaterials / 66 2.4.1 Organo-Pillared Clays / 66 2.4.2 Plasma-Treated Clays / 69 2.5 Fine-Tuning of Organoclays Properties / 69 2.5.1 Maximizing the Dispersion of the Filler: Effect of Surfactant/CEC Ratio / 69 2.5.2 Improving Thermal Stability / 70 2.5.3 Chemical Treatments / 71 2.5.4 Physical Treatments (Freeze-Drying, Sonication, Microwave) / 71 2.6 Some Introductory Reflections on Organoclay Polymer Nanocomposites / 72 References / 75 3 INDUSTRIAL TREATMENTS AND MODIFICATION OF CLAY MINERALS 87 3.1 Bentonite: From Mine to Plant / 87 3.1.1 A Largely Diffused Clay / 87 3.1.2 Geological Occurrence / 89 3.1.3 Mining / 89 3.2 Processing of Bentonite / 90 3.2.1 Modification of Bentonite Properties / 90 3.2.2 Processing Technologies / 91 3.3 Purification of Clay / 93 3.3.1 Influence of Clay Concentration / 94 3.3.2 Influence of Swelling Time / 94 3.3.3 Influence of Temperature / 95 3.4 Reaction of Clay with Organic Substances / 97 3.5 Particle Size Modification / 99 References / 99 4 ALKYLAMMONIUM CHAINS ON LAYERED CLAY MINERAL SURFACES 101 4.1 Structure and Dynamics / 101 4.1.1 Packing Density and Self-Assembly / 102 4.1.2 Dynamics and Diffusion at the Clay–Surfactant Interface / 110 4.1.3 Utility of Molecular Simulation to Obtain Molecular-Level Insight / 111 4.2 Thermal Properties / 111 4.2.1 Reversible Melting Transitions of Alkyl Chains in the Interlayer / 111 4.2.2 Solvent Evaporation and Thermal Elimination of Alkyl Surfactants / 113 4.3 Layer Separation and Miscibility with Polymers / 115 4.3.1 Thermodynamics Model for Exfoliation in Polymer Matrices / 115 4.3.2 Cleavage Energy / 116 4.3.3 Surface Energy / 121 4.4 Mechanical Properties of Clay Minerals / 121 References / 123 5 CHEMISTRY OF RUBBER–ORGANOCLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 127 5.1 Introduction / 127 5.2 Organic Cation Decomposition in Salts, Organoclays and Polymer Nanocomposites / 128 5.2.1 Experimental Techniques / 128 5.2.2 Decomposition of Organoclays Versus Precursor Organic Cation Salts / 133 5.3 Mechanism of Thermal Decomposition of Organoclays / 135 5.4 Role of Organic Cations in Organoclays as Rubber Vulcanization Activators / 137 References / 141 SECTION II PREPARATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 6 PROCESSING METHODS FOR THE PREPARATION OF RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 147 6.1 Introduction / 147 6.2 Latex Compounding Method / 148 6.2.1 Mechanism / 148 6.2.2 Influencing Factors / 149 6.3 Melt Compounding / 157 6.3.1 Mechanism / 157 6.3.2 Influencing Factors / 160 6.4 Solution Intercalation and In Situ Polymerization Intercalation / 170 6.5 Summary and Prospect / 170 Acknowledgment / 171 References / 171 7 MORPHOLOGY OF RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 181 7.1 Introduction / 181 7.1.1 Focus, Objective and Structure of Chapter 7 / 181 7.1.2 X-Ray Diffraction Analysis for the Investigation of RCN / 182 7.2 Background for the Review of RCN Morphology / 182 7.2.1 Cationic Clays Used for the Preparation of Rubber Nanocomposites / 182 7.2.2 Multiscale Organization of Layered Clays / 184 7.2.3 Clay Distribution and Dispersion / 184 7.2.4 Clay Modification: Intercalation of Low Molecular Mass Substances / 184 7.2.5 Types of Polymer–Clay Composites / 184 7.2.6 Specific Literature on RCN / 186 7.3 Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites with Pristine Clays / 186 7.3.1 Rubber Nanocomposites with Cationic Clays / 187 7.3.2 In a Nutshell / 187 7.3.3 Distribution and Dispersion of a Pristine Clay in a Rubber Matrix / 190 7.3.4 Organization of Aggregated Pristine Clays / 194 7.4 Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites with Clays Modified with Primary Alkenylamines / 197 7.4.1 In a Nutshell / 197 7.4.2 Composites with Montmorillonite and Bentonite / 198 7.4.3 Composites with Fluorohectorite Modified with a Primary Alkenylamine / 202 7.5 Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites with Clays Modified with an Ammonium Cation Having three Methyls and One Long-Chain Alkenyl Substituents / 206 7.5.1 In a Nutshell / 206 7.5.2 Composites with Montmorillonite and Bentonite / 207 7.6 Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites with Montmorillonite Modified with Two Substituents Larger Than Methyl / 212 7.6.1 In a Nutshell / 212 7.6.2 Hydrogenated Tallow and Benzyl Groups as Ammonium Cation Substituents / 213 7.6.3 Hydrogenated Tallow and Ethylhexyl Groups as Ammonium Cation Substituents / 213 7.6.4 Other Long- and Short-Chain Alkenyl Groups as Ammonium Cation Substituents / 215 7.7 Rubber Composites with Montmorillonite Modified with an Ammonium Cation Containing a Polar Group / 215 7.7.1 In a Nutshell / 217 7.7.2 Composites with Diene Rubbers / 217 7.8 Rubber Nanocomposites with Montmorillonite Modified with an Ammonium Cation Containing Two Long-Chain Alkenyl Substituents / 219 7.8.1 In a Nutshell / 220 7.8.2 Composites with Two Talloyl Groups as Ammonium Cation Substituents / 220 7.9 Proposed Mechanisms for the Formation of Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 228 7.9.1 Two Mechanisms for the Formation of an Exfoliated Clay / 228 7.9.2 Two Mechanisms for the Formation of an Intercalated Organoclay / 228 7.9.3 Intercalation of Polymer Chains in the Interlayer Space / 229 7.9.4 Intercalation of Low Molecular Mass Substances in the Interlayer Space / 230 Abbreviations / 232 Acknowledgment / 233 References / 233 8 RHEOLOGY OF RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 241 8.1 Introduction / 241 8.2 Rheological Behavior of Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 242 8.2.1 Natural Rubber (NR), Epoxidized Natural Rubber (ENR) and Polyisoprene Rubber (IR)–Clay Nanocomposites / 243 8.2.2 Styrene–Butadiene Rubber (SBR)–Clay Nanocomposites / 246 8.2.3 Polybutadiene Rubber (BR)–Clay Nanocomposites / 247 8.2.4 Acrylonitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR)–Clay Nanocomposites / 250 8.2.5 Ethylene Propylene Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 253 8.2.6 Fluoroelastomer–Clay Nanocomposites / 254 8.2.7 Poly(isobutylene-co-para-methylstyrene) (BIMS) Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 257 8.2.8 Poly(ethylene-co-vinylacetate) (EVA) Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 257 8.2.9 Polyepichlorohydrin Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 259 8.2.10 Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)–Clay Nanocomposites / 261 8.2.11 Styrene–Ethylene–Butylene–Styrene (SEBS) Block Copolymer–Clay Nanocomposites / 262 8.3 General Remarks on Rheology of Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 263 8.4 Overview of Rheological Theories of Polymer–Clay Nanocomposites / 269 8.5 Conclusion and Outlook / 270 References / 271 9 VULCANIZATION CHARACTERISTICS AND CURING KINETIC OF RUBBER–ORGANOCLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 275 9.1 Introduction / 275 9.2 Vulcanization Reaction / 276 9.3 Rubber Cross-Linking Systems / 278 9.3.1 Sulfur Vulcanization / 278 9.3.2 Peroxide Vulcanization / 282 9.4 The Role of Organoclay on Vulcanization Reaction / 283 9.4.1 Influence of Organoclay Structural Characteristics on Rubber Vulcanization / 288 9.5 Vulcanization Kinetics of Rubber–Organoclay Nanocomposites / 290 9.6 Conclusions / 297 References / 298 10 MECHANICAL AND FRACTURE MECHANICS PROPERTIES OF RUBBER COMPOSITIONS WITH REINFORCING COMPONENTS 305 10.1 Introduction / 305 10.2 Testing of Viscoelastic and Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Elastomeric Materials / 307 10.2.1 Dynamic–Mechanical Analysis / 307 10.2.2 Tensile Testing / 310 10.2.3 Assessment of Toughness Behavior under Impact-Like Loading Conditions / 313 10.2.4 Hardness Testing / 315 10.2.5 Special Methods / 316 10.3 Characterization of the Fracture Behavior of Elastomers / 319 10.3.1 Fracture Mechanics Concepts / 319 10.3.2 Experimental Methods / 321 10.4 Mechanism of Reinforcement in Rubber–Clay Composites / 328 10.5 Theories and Modeling of Reinforcement / 333 Acknowledgment / 336 References / 336 11 PERMEABILITY OF RUBBER COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING CLAY 343 11.1 Introduction / 343 11.1.1 Butyl Rubbers as Nanocomposite Base Elastomers / 343 11.1.2 Measurement of Tire Innerliner Compound Permeability / 345 11.1.3 Further Improvement in Tire Permeability / 346 11.2 Nanocomposites / 346 11.3 Preparation of Elastomer Nanocomposites / 352 11.4 Temperature and Compound Permeability / 352 11.5 Vulcanization of Nanocomposite Compounds and Permeability / 356 11.6 Thermodynamics and BIMSM Montmorillonite Nanocomposites / 358 11.7 Nanocomposites and Tire Performance / 362 11.8 Summary / 364 References / 364 SECTION III COMPOUNDS WITH RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 12 RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES BASED ON APOLAR DIENE RUBBER 369 12.1 Introduction / 369 12.2 Preparation Methods / 371 12.2.1 Latex / 371 12.2.2 Solution / 373 12.2.3 Melt Blending / 374 12.3 Cure Characteristics / 377 12.4 Clay Dispersion / 379 12.4.1 Detection / 380 12.4.2 Characterization / 383 12.5 Properties / 387 12.5.1 Mechanical (Dynamic–Mechanical) / 387 12.5.2 Friction/Wear/Abrasion / 392 12.5.3 Barrier / 393 12.5.4 Fire Resistance / 396 12.5.5 Others / 397 12.6 Applications and Future Trends / 398 Acknowledgment / 399 References / 399 13 RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES BASED ON NITRILE RUBBER 409 13.1 Introduction / 409 13.2 Preparation Methods and Clay Dispersion / 410 13.2.1 Solution / 410 13.2.2 Latex / 411 13.2.3 Melt Blending / 412 13.3 Cure Characteristics / 414 13.4 Properties / 416 13.4.1 Mechanical (Dynamic–Mechanical) / 416 13.4.2 Friction/Wear / 421 13.4.3 Barrier / 423 13.4.4 Fire Resistance / 424 13.4.5 Others / 425 13.5 Outlook / 425 Acknowledgment / 426 References / 426 xii CONTENTS FOR SCREEN VIEWING IN DART ONLY 14 RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES BASED ON BUTYL AND HALOBUTYL RUBBERS 431 14.1 Introduction / 431 14.1.1 Butyl Rubber: Key Properties and Applications / 431 14.1.2 Butyl Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 433 14.2 Types of Clays Useful in Butyl Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 435 14.2.1 Montmorillonite Clays / 435 14.2.2 Hydrotalcite Clays / 435 14.2.3 High Aspect Ratio Talc Fillers / 436 14.2.4 Other Clays / 437 14.3 Compatibilizer Systems for Butyl Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 438 14.3.1 Surfactants and Swelling Agents / 439 14.3.2 Butyl Rubber Ionomers / 439 14.3.3 Maleic Anhydride-Grafted Polymers / 443 14.3.4 Low Molecular Weight Polymers and Resins / 444 14.4 Methods of Preparation of Butyl Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 444 14.4.1 Melt Method / 445 14.4.2 Solution Method / 445 14.4.3 Latex Method / 447 14.4.4 In Situ Polymerization / 448 14.5 Properties and Applications of Butyl Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 449 14.5.1 Air Barrier Properties / 449 14.5.2 Reinforcement Properties / 452 14.5.3 Vulcanization Properties / 454 14.5.4 Adhesion Properties / 456 14.5.5 Other Properties / 457 14.6 Conclusions / 457 References / 458 15 RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES BASED ON OLEFINIC RUBBERS (EPM, EPDM) 465 15.1 Introduction / 465 15.2 Types of Clay Minerals Useful in EPM–, EPDM–Clay Nanocomposites / 466 15.3 Compatibilizer Systems for Olefinic Rubber–Clay Nanocomposites / 467 15.4 Preparation of EPDM–Clay Nanocomposites by an In Situ Intercalation Method / 469 15.5 Characteristics of EPDM–Clay Nanocomposites / 473 15.5.1 Gas Barrier Properties of EPDM–Clay Nanocomposites / 473 15.5.2 Rheological Properties of EPDM–Clay Nanocomposites / 474 15.5.3 Stability of EPDM–Clay Nanocomposites / 475 15.5.4 Swelling Properties of EPDM–Clay Nanocomposites / 475 15.5.5 Mechanical Properties of EPDM–Clay Nanocomposites / 476 15.6 Preparation and Characteristics of EPM–Clay Nanocomposites / 479 15.6.1 Tensile Properties of EPM–CNs / 480 15.6.2 Temperature Dependence of Dynamic Storage Moduli of EPM–CNs / 481 15.6.3 Creep Properties of EPM–CNs / 482 15.6.4 Swelling Properties of EPM–CNs / 483 15.7 Conclusions / 486 References / 486 16 RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES BASED ON THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS 489 16.1 Introduction / 489 16.2 Selection of Materials / 491 16.2.1 Polymer Resin / 491 16.2.2 Nanoparticles / 493 16.3 Experimental / 493 16.3.1 Processing of Thermoplastic Elastomer Nanocomposites / 493 16.3.2 Morphological Characterization / 494 16.3.3 Thermal Properties Characterization / 495 16.3.4 Flammability Properties Characterization / 495 16.3.5 Thermophysical Properties Characterization / 496 16.4 Numerical / 497 16.4.1 Modeling of Decomposition Kinetics / 497 16.5 Discussion of Results / 501 16.5.1 Nanoparticle Dispersion / 501 16.5.2 Thermal Properties / 503 16.5.3 Flammability Properties / 507 16.5.4 Microstructures of Posttest Specimens / 511 16.5.5 Thermophysical Properties / 512 16.5.6 Kinetic Parameters / 513 16.6 Summary and Conclusions / 516 16.7 Nomenclature / 517 Acknowledgments / 518 References / 518 SECTION IV APPLICATIONS OF RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 17 AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS OF RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 525 17.1 Introduction / 525 17.2 Automotive Application of Rubber / 526 17.2.1 Automotive Hose / 527 17.2.2 Automotive Seals / 528 17.2.3 Automotive Belts / 529 17.2.4 Automotive Tubing / 529 17.2.5 Door Seal and Window Channels / 529 17.2.6 Diaphragms and Rubber Boots / 529 17.2.7 Tire, Tube and Flap / 529 17.2.8 Other Miscellaneous Rubber Parts / 531 17.3 Prime Requirement of Different Elastomeric Auto Components from Application Point of View / 531 17.4 Elastomeric Nanocomposites and Rubber Industry / 531 17.5 Superiority of Clay/Clay Mineral in Comparison to Other Nanofillers / 534 17.6 Organo-Modified Clay/Clay Minerals / 534 17.7 Scope of Application of Elastomeric Nanocomposites in Automotive Industry / 534 17.7.1 Lighter Weight and Balanced Mechanical Property / 535 17.7.2 Barrier Property or Air Retention Property / 538 17.7.3 Aging and Ozone Resistance / 539 17.7.4 Solvent Resistance / 541 17.7.5 Better Processability / 542 17.7.6 Elastomeric Polyurethane–Organoclay Nanocomposites / 544 17.7.7 Use of Organoclay Nanocomposites in Tire / 545 17.8 Disadvantages of Use of Organoclay Elastomeric Nanocomposites in Automotive Industry / 548 17.9 Conclusion / 549 Acknowledgment / 550 References / 550 18 NONAUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS OF RUBBER–CLAY NANOCOMPOSITES 557 18.1 Water-Based Nanocomposites / 557 18.1.1 Barrier Properties / 557 18.1.2 Comparison with Thermally Processed Elastomers / 566 18.2 Applications / 566 18.2.1 Sports Balls and Other Pneumatic Applications / 566 18.2.2 Breakthrough Time Applications / 571 References / 573 INDEX 575

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Book SynopsisProcess safety metrics is a topic of frequent conversation within chemical industry associations. Guidelines for Process Safety Metrics provides basic information on process safety performance indicators, including a comprehensive list of metrics for measuring performance and examples as to how they can be successfully applied over both the short and long term. For engineers, insurers, corporate traininers, military personnel, government officials, students, and managers involved in production, product and process development, Guidelines for Process Safety Metrics can help determine appropriate metrics useful in monitoring performance and improving process safety programs. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.Table of ContentsItems on The CD Accompanying This Book xi Acronyms and Abbreviations xiii Glossary xv Acknowledgments xix Preface xxi INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 An Introduction to Process Safety and Metrics 1 1.2 Purpose of This Book 3 1.3 Key Audiences for the Guidelines 5 1.4 An Organization's Personnel Hierarchy 6 1.5 Organization of This Guideline 7 1.6 Using This Guideline 7 WHY IMPLEMENT PROCESS SAFETY METRICS 9 2.1 Preventing Process Safety Incidents 11 2.2 Benefits from Measuring Performance 13 2.3 Tracking Operational Performance and Process Safety Performance 16 2.4 Avoiding Complacency 17 2.5 Conclusion 17 PROCESS SAFETY MANAGEMENT METRICS 19 3.1 Metrics and the Process Safety Models 19 3.2 Other Metric Dimensions 24 3.3 Forms of Metrics 26 3.4 Characteristics of Good Metrics 27 3.5 Conclusion 30 CHOOSING APPROPRIATE METRICS 33 4.1 Process Safety Goals and Objectives 33 4.2. Define the Process Safety Goals 35 4.3 Define Process Safety Objectives 37 4.4 Develop the Metrics Strategy for Improving the Process Safety System 42 4.5 Select Metrics 46 4.6 Conclusion 51 IMPLEMENTING A METRICS PROGRAM 53 5.1 Management Support and Leadership 53 5.2 Develop an Implementation Strategy 53 5.3 Develop the Framework for the Metrics Implementation Strategy 56 5.4 Implementation Analysis 61 5.5 Prepare for Rollout 69 5.6 Rollout 72 5.7 Reevaluate Metrics Based Upon Experience 75 5.8 Conclusion 75 COMMUNICATING RESULTS 77 6.1 Communication Analysis 78 6.2 Select Appropriate Communication Characteristics 82 6.3 Report Appropriate Data to Different Audiences 85 6.4 Tools for Communicating Metrics 90 6.5 Conclusion 93 USING METRICS TO DRIVE PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENTS 97 7.1 Identify Weaknesses and Deficiencies in Process Safety Performance 98 7.2 Leadership Commitment to Process Safety Performance 99 7.3 Hold Responsible Parties Accountable 99 7.4 Engage the Public 102 7.5 Conduct Periodic Management Reviews 103 7.6 Cultivate a Positive Process Safety Culture 105 7.7 Communicate Process Safety and Other Organizational Successes 107 7.8 Conclusion 108 IMPROVING INDUSTRY-WIDE PERFORMANCE 111 8.1 Performance Benchmarking 111 8.2 Metrics Allow Performance Comparisons for Multiple Parties 112 8.3 Sharing Data Across Industry Leads to Improved Performance 114 8.4 Conclusion 118 FUTURE TRENDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF PROCESS SAFETY METRICS 121 9.1 Improving Process Safety 121 9.2 Societal Interests 126 APPENDIX I: LISTING OF POTENTIAL PROCESS SAFETY METRICS TO CONSIDER (BASED ON THE RISK BASED PROCESS SAFETY ELEMENTS) 131 APPENDIX II: PROCESS SAFETY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS: BP CHEMICALS HULL CASE STUDY 163 APPENDIX III: NOVA CHEMICALS UNCONTROLLED PROCESS FIRE AND LOPC METRICS 171 INDEX 173

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Book SynopsisExplores the latest applications arising from the intersection of nanotechnology and microfluidics In the past two decades, microfluidics research has seen phenomenal growth, with many new and emerging applications in fields ranging from chemistry, physics, and biology to engineering. With the emergence of nanotechnology, microfluidics is currently undergoing dramatic changes, embracing the rising field of nanofluidics. This volume reviews the latest devices and applications stemming from the merging of nanotechnology with microfludics in such areas as drug discovery, bio-sensing, catalysis, electrophoresis, enzymatic reactions, and nanomaterial synthesis. Each of the ten chapters is written by a leading pioneer at the intersection of nanotechnology and microfluidics. Readers not only learn about new applications, but also discover which futuristic devices and applications are likely to be developed. Topics explored in this volume include: New lab-on-a-chip Table of ContentsPreface. Contributors. 1 Microfluidics for Nanoneuroscience (Pamela G. Gross and Emil P. Kartalov). 2 Nanoporous Membranes-Based Microfluidic Biosensors (Shalini Prasad, Yamini Yadav, Manish Bothara, Vindhya Kunduru, and Sriram Muthukumar). 3 Nanoparticle-Based Microfluidic Biosensors (Giovanna Marrazza). 4 Microfluidic Enzymatic Reactors Using Nanoparticles (Chunhui Deng and Yan Li). 5 Microfluidic Devices for Nanodrug Delivery (Clement Kleinstreuer and Jie Li). 6 Microchip and Capillary Electrophoresis Using Nanoparticles (Muhammad J. A. Shiddiky and Yoon-Bo Shim) 7 Pillars and Pillar Arrays Integrated in Microfluidic Channels: Fabrication Methods and Applications in Molecular and Cell Biology (Jian Shi and Yong Chen). 8 Nanocatalysis in Microreactor for Fuels (Shihuai Zhao and Debasish Kuila). 9 Microfluidic Synthesis of Iron Oxide and Oxyhydroxide Nanoparticles (Ali Abou-Hassan, Olivier Sandre, and Valerie Cabuil). 10 Metal Nanoparticle Synthesis in Microreactors (Peter Mike Günther, Andrea Knauer, and Johann Michael Kohler). Index.

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Book SynopsisThis issue contains the proceedings of the Porous Ceramics: Novel Developments and Applications and Next Generation Bioceramics symposia, which were held on January 24-29, 2010 at the Hilton Daytona Beach Resort and the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida, USA. The interaction between ceramic materials and living organisms is a leading area of ceramics research. Novel bioceramic materials are being developed that will provide improvements in diagnosis and treatment of medical and dental conditions. In addition, bioinspired ceramics and biomimetic ceramics have generated considerable interest in the scientific community. The Next Generation Bioceramics symposium addressed several leading areas related to the development and use of novel bioceramics, including advanced processing of bioceramics; biomineralization and tissue-material interactions; bioinspired and biomimetic ceramics; ceramics for drug delivery; ceramic biosensors; in vitro and in vivo characterization of biocTable of ContentsPreface. Introduction. BIOCERAMICS. Biodegradable Rare Earth Lithium Aluminoborate Glasses for Brachytherapy Use (J. E. White, D. E. Day, R. F. Brown, and G. J. Ehrhardt). Analytical Model for Prediction of Residual Stress in Zirconia-Porcelain Bi-Layer (M. Allahkarami, H. A. Bale, and J. C. Hanan). Calcium-Aiuminate Based Dental Luting Cement with Improved Sealing Properties—An Overview (Leif Hermansson, Adam Faris, Gunilla Gomez-Ortega, Emil Abrahamsson, and Jesper Lööf). Bioglass/Chitosan Composite as a New Bone Substitute (P. Khoshakhlagh, F. Moztarzadeh, S. M. Rabiee, R. Moradi, P. Heidari, R. Ravariani, S. Amanpour). Development and Characterization of High Strength Porous Tissue Scaffolds (James J. Liu, Juha-Pekka Nuutinen, Kitu Patel and Adam Wallen). Grape Technology or Bone-Like Apatite Deposition in Narrow Grooves (A. Sugino, K. Uetsuki, K. Kuramoto, S. Hayakawa, Y. Shirosaki, A. Osaka, K. Tsuru, T. Nakano, and C. Ohtsuki). Rapid Biomimetic Calcium Phosphate Coating on Metals, Bioceramics and Biopolymers at Room Temperature with 10xSBF (A. Cuneyt Tas). Chemically Bonded Bioceramic Carrier Systems for Drug Delivery (Leif Hermansson). POROUS CERAMICS. Low-Og Technology for Thermal Treatment of High Quality Porous Ceramics (Hartmut Weber). Reticulated SiC Foam X-ray CT, Meshing, and Simulation (Alberto Ortona, Simone Pusteria, and Solene Valton). The Effects of ß-Si3N4 Seeding and a-Si3N4 Powder Size on the Development of Porous ß-Si3N4 Ceramics (Daniel A. Gould, Kevin P. Plucknett, Liliana B. Garrido, and Luis A. Genova). Development of Novel Microporous ZrO2 Membranes for H2/CO2 Separation (Tim Van Gestel, Felix Hauler, Doris Sebold, Wilhelm A. Meulenberg, and Hans-Peter Buchkremer). Thermal Shock Properties of Porous Alumina for Support Carrier of Hydrogen Membrane Materials (Sawao Honda, Yuuki Ogihara, Shinobu Hashimoto, and Yuji Iwamoto). In Situ Processing of Porous MgTi2O5 Ceramics with Pseudobrookite-Type Structure toward Third Generation Diesel Particulate Filter Materials (Yoshikazu Suzuki). Aluminum Titanate Composites for Diesel Particulate Filter Applications (Monika Backhaus-Ricoult, Chris Glose, Patrick Tepesch, Bryan Wheaton, and Jim Zimmermann). Weibull Analysis of 4-Point Flexure Strengths in Honeycomb Ceramic Structures (Cordierite and Silicon Carbide) (Randall J. Stafford and Srephen T. Gonczy). Author Index.

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Book SynopsisContributions from three symposia that were part of the 34th International Conference on Advanced Ceramics and Composites (ICACC), inDaytona Beach,FL, January 24-29, 2010 are presented in this volume. The broad range of topics is captured by the symposia titles, which are listed as follows: International Symposium on Ceramics for Electric Energy Generation, Storage, and Distribution (debuted in 2010); Thermal Management Materials and Technologies (debuted in 2010); and lastly, and Advanced Sensor Technology, Developments and Applications (debuted in 2010). These new symposia emerged during this ICACC meeting due to community growth and interest, and thus each of these subject areas were established as stand-alone symposia. The current volume represents 15 contributions from the above listed symposia that embody the latest developments in engineering ceramics for energy technologies, thermal management utilizing either highly conductive or insulating materials, as well as advaTrade Review"The current volume represents 15 contributions from the above listed symposia that embody the latest developments in engineering ceramics for energy technologies, thermal management utilizing either highly conductive or insulating materials, as well as advances regarding the utilization of ceramics for sensors." (PR-Inside.com, 28 February 2011)Table of ContentsPreface vii Introduction ix Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell Based on Anodic Ti02 Nanotubes Produced from Anodization in Fluoride-Free Electrolyte 1 Narges F. Fahim and Tohru Sekino Self-Propagating High-Temperature Synthesis of Calcium Cobaltate Thermoelectric Powders 15 Sidney Lin, Jiri Selig, Dan F. Smith, Hua-Tay Lin, and Hsin Wang Effect of Rare-Earth Doping on Thermoelectric Properties of Porous SiC Synthesized by Silicon Carbonization Technique 25 Yusuke Yamamoto, Hiroshi Mabuchi, and Toshiyuki Matsui Powder Synthesis, Characterization and Sintering Behavior of Lithium Titanate 33 Srinivasan Ramanathan Processing of Titania Nanoceramics Via Conventional Sintering, Two-Step Sintering and Two-Step Sintering Assisted by Phase Transformation 41 Zohreh Razavi Hesabi and Mehdi Mazaheri Strength of N- and P-Type Skutterudites 49 A. A. Wereszczak, M. E. Ragan, K. T. Strong, Jr., P. J. Ritt, H. Wang, J. R. Salvador, and J. Yang Graphite and Ceramic Coated Particles for the HTR 61 Heinz Nabielek and Mark Mitchell Development and Characterization of High Conductivity Graphite Foams for Thermal Management Applications 75 A. L. Gyekenyesi, M. Singh, C. E. Smith, P. G. Stansberry, M. K. Alam, and D. L. Vrable Integration of Graphite Foams to Titanium for Thermal Management Applications 83 M. Singh, Rajiv Asthana, C. E. Smith, and A. L. Gyekenyesi Fabrication of Novel Heat Insulator using Porous Ceramics Materials 91 Kazuma Kugimiya, Mitsue Ogawa, and Hideaki Matsubara Detection and Classification of Gaseous Compounds by Solid Electrolyte Cyclic Voltammetry Sensors 99 Grzegorz Jasinski Wireless Chemical Sensor for Combustion Species at High Temperatures using 4H-SÍC 109 Geunsik Lim and Aravinda Kar High Temperature Acoustic Wave Gas Sensor using Langasite Crystal Resonator 119 Hongbin Cheng, Lifeng Qin, and Qing-Ming Wang Synthesis of (La,Nd):Y203 and (La,Yb):Y203 Laser Ceramics and Their Optical Properties 125 Yihua Huang and Dongliang Jiang Metal Oxide Nanoelectrodes for Environmental Sensors—ZnO Rods and Particulate Films 131 Yoshitake Masuda, Dewei Chu, Xiulan Hu, Tatsuki Ohji, Kazumi Kato, Masako Ajimi, Makoto Bekki, and Shuji Sonezaki Author Index 139

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Book SynopsisBiomedical applications of Polymers from Scaffolds to Nanostructures The ability of polymers to span wide ranges of mechanical properties and morph into desired shapes makes them useful for a variety of applications, including scaffolds, self-assembling materials, and nanomedicines. With an interdisciplinary list of subjects and contributors, this book overviews the biomedical applications of polymers and focuses on the aspect of regenerative medicine. Chapters also cover fundamentals, theories, and tools for scientists to apply polymers in the following ways: Matrix protein interactions with synthetic surfaces Methods and materials for cell scaffolds Complex cell-materials microenvironments in bioreactors Polymer therapeutics as nano-sized medicines for tissue repair Functionalized mesoporous materials for controlled delivery Nucleic acid delivery nanocarriers Concepts include macro and nano requiTable of ContentsPreface xi Contributors xvii Part A Methods for Synthetic Extracellular Matrices and Scaffolds 1 1 Polymers as Materials for Tissue Engineering Scaffolds 3 Ana Vallés Lluch Dunia Mercedes García Cruz Jorge Luis Escobar Ivirico Cristina Martínez Ramos and Manuel Monleón Pradas 1.1 The Requirements Imposed by Application on Material Structures Intended as Tissue Engineering Scaffolds 3 1.2 Composition and Function 5 1.2.1 General Considerations 5 1.2.2 Some Families of Polymers for Tissue Engineering Scaffolds 8 1.2.3 Composite Scaffold Matrices 12 1.3 Structure and Function 14 1.3.1 General Considerations 14 1.3.2 Structuring Polymer Matrices 15 1.4 Properties of Scaffolds Relevant for Tissue Engineering Applications 24 1.4.1 Porous Architecture 24 1.4.2 Solid State Properties: Glass Transition Crystallinity 25 1.4.3 Mechanical and Structural Properties 26 1.4.4 Swelling Properties 28 1.4.5 Degradation Properties 29 1.4.6 Diffusion and Permeation 30 1.4.7 Surface Tension and Contact Angle 31 1.4.8 Biological Properties 31 1.5 Compound Multicomponent Constructs 32 1.5.1 Scaffold-Cum-Gel Constructs 32 1.5.2 Scaffolds and Membranes Containing Microparticles 34 1.5.3 Other Multicomponent Scaffold Constructs 34 1.6 Questions Arising from Manipulation and Final Use 35 1.6.1 Sterilization 35 1.6.2 Cell Seeding Cell Culture Analysis 36 1.6.3 In the Surgeon’s Hands 37 References 37 2 Natural-Based and Stimuli-Responsive Polymers for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine 49 Mariana B. Oliveira and João F. Mano 2.1 Introduction 49 2.2 Natural Polymers and Their Application in TE & RM 52 2.2.1 Polysaccharides 52 2.2.2 Protein-Based Polymers 60 2.2.3 Polyesters 65 2.3 Natural Polymers in Stimuli-Responsive Systems 65 2.3.1 pH-Sensitive Natural Polymers 67 2.3.2 Temperature Sensitive Natural Polymers 67 2.3.3 Natural Polymers Modified to Show Thermoresponsive Behavior—Modifying Responsive Polymers and Agents 71 2.3.4 Light-Sensitive Polymers—Potential Use of Azobenzene/α-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complexes 72 2.4 Conclusions 73 References 74 3 Matrix Proteins Interactions with Synthetic Surfaces 91 Patricia Rico Marco Cantini George Altankov and Manuel Salmerón-Sánchez 3.1 Introduction 91 3.2 Protein Adsorption 92 3.2.1 Cell Adhesion Proteins 93 3.2.2 Experimental Techniques to Follow Protein Adsorption 94 3.2.3 Effect of Surface Properties on Protein Adsorption 97 3.3 Cell Adhesion 109 3.3.1 Experimental Techniques to Characterize Cell Adhesion 112 3.3.2 Cell Adhesion at Cell–Material Interface 115 3.4 Remodeling of the Adsorbed Proteins 122 3.4.1 Protein Reorganization and Secretion at the Cell–Material Interface 122 3.4.2 Proteolytic Remodeling at Cell–Materials Interface 126 References 128 4 Focal Adhesion Kinase in Cell–Material Interactions 147 Cristina González-García Manuel Salmerón-Sánchez and Andrés J. García 4.1 Introduction 147 4.2 Role of FAK in Cell Proliferation 149 4.3 Role of FAK in Migratory and Mechanosensing Responses 150 4.4 Role of FAK in the Generation of Adhesives Forces 152 4.5 Influence of Material Surface Properties on FAK Signaling 156 4.5.1 Effect of Mechanical Properties on FAK Signaling 156 4.5.2 Effect of Surface Topography on FAK Signaling 160 4.5.3 Effect of Surface Chemistry on FAK Signaling 163 4.5.4 Effect of Surface Functionalization in FAK Expression 165 References 168 5 Complex Cell–Materials Microenvironments in Bioreactors 177 Stergios C. Dermenoudis and Yannis F. Missirlis 5.1 Introduction 177 5.2 Cell–ECM Interactions 178 5.2.1 ECM Chemistry 179 5.2.2 ECM Topography 181 5.2.3 ECM Mechanical Properties 183 5.2.4 ECM 3D Structure 184 5.2.5 ECM-Induced Mechanical Stimuli 186 5.3 Cell–Nutrient Medium 187 5.3.1 Composition and Volume-Related Phenomena 188 5.3.2 Mechanical Stresses Induced by Nutrient Medium 191 5.4 Other Aspects of Interaction 194 5.4.1 Co-Culture Systems 195 5.4.2 Material Interactions 196 5.5 Conclusions 197 References 197 Part B N anostructures for Tissue Engineering 207 6 Self-Curing Systems for Regenerative Medicine 209 Julio San Román Blanca Vázquez and María Rosa Aguilar 6.1 Introduction 209 6.2 Self-Curing Systems for Hard Tissue Regeneration 210 6.2.1 Antimicrobial Self-Curing Formulations 211 6.2.2 Self-Curing Formulations for Osteoporotic Bone 214 6.2.3 Antineoplastic Drug-Loaded Self-Curing Formulations 216 6.2.4 Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug-Loaded Formulations 217 6.2.5 Self-Curing Formulations with Biodegradable Components 218 6.3 Self-Curing Hydrogels for Soft Tissue Regeneration 219 6.3.1 Chemically Cross-Linked Hydrogels 220 6.3.2 Chemically and Physically Cross-Linked Hydrogels 225 6.4 Expectative and Future Directions 226 References 226 7 Self-Assembling Peptides as Synthetic Extracellular Matrices 235 M.T. Fernandez Muiños and C.E. Semino 7.1 Introduction 235 7.2 In Vitro Applications 238 7.3 In Vivo Applications 242 References 245 8 Polymer Therapeutics as Nano-Sized Medicines for Tissue Regeneration and Repair 249 Ana Armiñán Pilar Sepúlveda and María J. Vicent 8.1 Polymer Therapeutics as Nano-Sized Medicines 249 8.1.1 The Concept and Biological Rationale behind Polymer Therapeutics 249 8.1.2 Current Status and Future Trends 252 8.2 Polymer Therapeutics for Tissue Regeneration and Repair 254 8.2.1 Ischemia/Reperfusion Injuries 255 8.2.2 Wound Healing/Repair 260 8.2.3 Musculoskeletal Disorders 263 8.2.4 Diseases of the Central Nervous System 267 8.3 Conclusions and Future Perspectives 272 References 273 9 How Regenerative Medicine Can Benefit from Nucleic Acids Delivery Nanocarriers? 285 Erea Borrajo Anxo Vidal Maria J. Alonso and Marcos Garcia-Fuentes 9.1 Introduction 285 9.1.1 Learning from Viruses: How to Overcome Cellular Barriers 286 9.2 Nanotechnology in Gene Delivery 292 9.2.1 Lipid Nanocarriers 292 9.2.2 Polymeric Nanocarriers 294 9.2.3 Inorganic Nanoparticles 300 9.3 Nanotechnology in Regenerative Medicine 302 9.3.1 Bone Regeneration 303 9.3.2 Cartilage Regeneration 305 9.3.3 Tendon Regeneration 308 9.3.4 Myocardium Regeneration 309 9.3.5 Neurological Tissue 311 9.4 Conclusions 313 References 313 10 Functionalized Mesoporous Materials with Gate-Like Scaffoldings for Controlled Delivery 337 Elena Aznar Estela Climent Laura Mondragon Félix Sancenón and Ramón Martínez-Máñez 10.1 Introduction 337 10.2 Mesoporous Silica Materials with Gate-Like Scaffoldings 339 10.2.1 Controlled Delivery by pH Changes 339 10.2.2 Controlled Delivery Using Redox Reactions 345 10.2.3 Controlled Delivery Using Photochemical Reactions 349 10.2.4 Controlled Delivery via Temperature Changes 352 10.2.5 Controlled Delivery Using Small Molecules 355 10.2.6 Controlled Delivery Using Biomolecules 356 10.3 Concluding Remarks 360 References 361 11 Where Are We Going? Future Trends and Challenges 367 Sang Jin Lee and Anthony Atala 11.1 Introduction 367 11.2 Classification of Biomaterials in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine 368 11.2.1 N aturally Derived Materials 368 11.2.2 Biodegradable Synthetic Polymers 370 11.2.3 Tissue Matrices 372 11.3 Basic Principles of Biomaterials in Tissue Engineering 373 11.4 Development of Smart Biomaterials 374 11.5 Scaffold Fabrication Technologies 376 11.5.1 Injectable Hydrogels 376 11.5.2 Electrospinning 377 11.5.3 Computer-Aided Scaffold Fabrication 378 11.5.4 Functionalization of Tissue-Engineered Biomaterial Scaffolds 379 11.6 Summary and Future Directions 381 References 384 Index 391

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Book SynopsisThe accessible compendium of polymers in carbon nanotubes (CNTs) Carbon nanotubes (CNTs)?extremely thin tubes only a few nanometers in diameter but able to attain lengths thousands of times greater?are prime candidates for use in the development of polymer composite materials. Bringing together thousands of disparate research works, Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Composites: Manufacture, Properties, and Applications covers CNT-polymers from synthesis to potential applications, presenting the basic science and engineering of this dynamic and complex area in an accessible, readable way. Designed to be of use to polymer scientists, engineers, chemists, physicists, and materials scientists, the book covers carbon nanotube fundamentals to help polymer experts understand CNTs, and polymer physics to help those in the CNT field, making it an invaluable resource for anyone working with CNT-polymer composites. Detailed chapters describe the mechanical, rheological, electrical, and theTable of ContentsPREFACE ix CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 Similarities Between Polymers and Nanotubes 1 1.2 Organization of the Book 3 1.3 Why Write This Book? 7 References 9 CHAPTER 2 CARBON NANOTUBES 11 2.1 Overview 11 2.2 Synthesis 16 2.2.1 Arc Discharge 19 2.2.2 Visible Light Vaporization 21 2.2.3 Chemical Vapor Deposition 22 2.3 Purification 25 2.4 Properties 26 2.4.1 Mechanical Properties 27 2.4.2 Electronic, Magnetic, and Thermal Properties 29 2.4.3 Optical Properties 32 2.5 Chemistry 36 2.5.1 Characterizing the Nature of Functionalization 38 2.5.2 Common Functionalization Chemistries 40 2.5.3 Polymer Covalently Bonded to Nanotubes: “Grafting From” 42 2.5.4 Polymer Covalently Bonded to Nanotubes: “Grafting To” 44 2.6 Challenges 44 References 45 CHAPTER 3 DISPERSION, ORIENTATION, AND LENGTHS OF CARBON NANOTUBES IN POLYMERS 59 3.1 Overview 59 3.2 Dispersion Characterization 66 3.2.1 Microscopy 67 3.2.2 Spectroscopy 72 3.3 Methods to Disperse Nanotubes into Low-Viscosity Liquids, Including Monomers 77 3.3.1 Mixing Protocols: Sonication and High-Shear Mixing 79 3.3.2 Dispersions of Nanotubes in Water 81 3.3.3 Dispersions of Nanotubes in Other Solvents 86 3.4 Polymer–Nanotube Dispersions: Solution Methods 88 3.4.1 Dispersion–Reaction 88 3.4.2 Dissolution–Dispersion–Precipitation 90 3.4.3 Dispersion–Dispersion–Evaporation 93 3.5 Polymer–Nanotube Dispersions: Melt Mixing 94 3.6 Polymer–Nanotube Dispersions: No Fluid Mixing 96 3.7 Polymer–Nanotube Dispersions: Impregnation/Infusion 97 3.7.1 Nanotube Fiber–Polymer Composites 97 3.7.2 Nanotube Sheet–Polymer Composites 99 3.7.3 Nanotube Forests–Polymer Composites 101 3.7.4 Nanotubes on Already Existing Fibers 101 3.8 Challenges 102 References 103 CHAPTER 4 EFFECTS OF CARBON NANOTUBES ON POLYMER PHYSICS 119 4.1 Overview 119 4.2 Amorphous Polymers 122 4.2.1 Statics: Adsorption and Chain Configuration 122 4.2.2 Dynamics: Glass Transition and Diffusion Coefficient 129 4.3 Semicrystalline Polymers 142 4.3.1 Statics: Unit Cells, Lamellae, Spherulites, and Shish-Kebabs 147 4.3.2 Rate Effects: Glass Transition, Crystal Nucleation, and Growth 169 4.4 Blends and Block Copolymers 174 4.5 Challenges 176 References 177 CHAPTER 5 MECHANICAL AND RHEOLOGICAL PROPERTIES 191 5.1 Overview 191 5.2 Rheological Properties (Measurement of Melt and Solution Properties) 200 5.2.1 Nonoscillatory Measurements 204 5.2.2 Oscillatory Measurements and the Percolation Threshold 208 5.3 Mechanical Properties (Measurement of Solid Properties) 212 5.3.1 Interfacial Shear Strength 214 5.3.2 Tensile, Compressive, and Bending Properties 216 5.3.3 Fracture Toughness and Crack Propagation 228 5.3.4 Impact Energy 230 5.3.5 Oscillatory Measurements 230 5.3.6 Other Mechanical Properties 232 5.4 Challenges 232 References 233 CHAPTER 6 ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES 249 6.1 Overview 249 6.2 Mixed Composites 252 6.2.1 Maximum or Plateau Conductivity 260 6.2.2 Broadness of Percolation Region (Critical Exponent) 264 6.2.3 Percolation Threshold 264 6.2.4 Dielectric Constant 268 6.3 Impregnated/Infused Composites 269 6.4 Composites with Electrically Conducting Polymers 271 6.5 Challenges 274 References 275 CHAPTER 7 THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY 283 7.1 Overview 283 7.2 Interfacial Resistance and Thermal Conductivity 292 7.3 Dispersion, Percolation, and Thermal Conductivity 295 7.4 Effects of Other Variables on Thermal Conductivity 296 7.5 Challenges 299 References 299 CHAPTER 8 APPLICATIONS OF POLYMER–NANOTUBE COMPOSITES 305 8.1 Overview 305 8.2 Electrical Conductivity: EMI Shielding, ESD, and Transparent Electrodes 305 8.2.1 Electromagnetic Shielding 306 8.2.2 Electrostatic Dissipation 308 8.2.3 Transparent Electrodes 310 8.2.4 Other Applications Based on Nanotube Conductivity on Polymeric Substrates 312 8.3 Thermal Properties: Flame Retardancy 312 8.4 Electromechanical Properties: Strain Sensing and Actuators 315 8.4.1 Electromechanical Actuation 316 8.4.2 Strain Sensing 318 8.5 Other Applications 320 8.6 Challenges 322 References 322 GLOSSARY 331 INDEX 337

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Book Synopsis* Includes easy-to-understand and easy-to-implement costreduction concepts organized into five general areas (labour,material, design, process, and overhead), with several chapters ineach. * Each chapter gets to the point without a lot of extraneousdata, providing proven tactics for cutting costs.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Chapter 1: Organizing a Cost-Reduction Program. Part I Labor. Chapter 2: Head Count. Chapter 3: Time Standards. Chapter 4: Efficiency. Chapter 5: Utilization. Chapter 6: Overtime. Chapter 7: Multiple Shifts. Chapter 8: Lost Time. Chapter 9: The Learning Curve. Part II Material. Chapter 10: Make-versus-Buy Determinations. Chapter 11: Inventory Minimization. Chapter 12: Material Utilization. Chapter 13: Minimizing Supplier Costs. Chapter 14: Supplier Negotiation. Chapter 15: Supplier Competition. Part III Process. Chapter 16: Work-Flow Optimization. Chapter 17: Setup Time Reduction. Chapter 18: Material-Handling Improvements. Chapter 19: Scrap and Rework Reduction. Chapter 20: Cleanliness. Part IV Design. Chapter 21: The Design Approach. Chapter 22: Requirements Relaxation. Chapter 23: Tolerance Relaxation. Chapter 24: Materials Substitution. Chapter 25: Packaging. Part V Overhead. Chapter 26: General Overhead Expenses. Chapter 27: Travel. Chapter 28: Inspection. Part VI Gaining Disciples and Measuring Progress. Chapter 29: Suggestion Programs. Chapter 30: Measuring Progress. Index.

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Book SynopsisFluidics originated as the description of pneumatic and hydraulic control systems, where fluids were employed (instead of electric currents) for signal transfer and processing. Microfluidics and Nanofluidics: Theory and Selected Applications offers an accessible, broad-based coverage of the basics through advanced applications of microfluidics and nanofluidics. It is essential reading for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students in engineering and professionals in industry.Table of ContentsPreface xv Part A: A REVIEW OF ESSENTIALS IN MACROFLUIDICS 1 CHAPTER 1 Theory 3 1.1 Introduction and Overview 3 1.2 Definitions and Concepts 8 1.3 Conservation Laws 23 1.4 Homework Assignments 74 CHAPTER 2 Applications 79 2.1 Internal Fluid Flow 79 2.2 Porous Medium Flow 108 2.3 Mixture Flows 118 2.4 Heat Transfer 151 2.5 Convection-Diffusion Mass Transfer 162 2.6 Homework Assignments 176 References (Part A) 186 Part B: MICROFLUIDICS 189 CHAPTER 3 Microchannel Flow Theory 191 3.1 Introduction 191 3.2 Basic Concepts and Limitations 195 3.3 Homework Assignments 251 CHAPTER 4 Applications in Microfluidics 255 4.1 Introduction 255 4.2 Micropumps and Microchannel Flow 256 4.3 Micromixing 280 4.4 Laboratory-on-a-Chip Devices 284 4.5 Homework Assignments and Course Projects 288 References (Part B) 290 Part C: NANOFLUIDICS 293 CHAPTER 5 Fluid Flow and Nanofluid Flow in Nanoconduits 295 5.1 Introduction 295 5.2 Liquid Flow in Nanoconduits 303 5.3 Rarefied Gas Flow in Nanochannels 328 5.4 Homework Assignments and Course Projects 335 CHAPTER 6 Applications in Nanofluidics 339 6.1 Introduction 339 6.2 Nanoparticle Fabrication 340 6.3 Forced Convection Cooling with Nanofluids 342 6.4 Nanodrug Delivery 351 6.5 Homework Assignments and Course Projects 356 References (Part C) 358 Part D: COMPUTER SIMULATIONS OF FLUID-PARTICLE MIXTURE FLOWS 361 CHAPTER 7 Modeling and Simulation Aspects 363 7.1 Introduction 363 7.2 Mathematical Modeling 365 7.3 Computer Simulation 367 CHAPTER 8 Computational Case Studies 375 8.1 Introduction 375 8.2 Model Validation and Physical Insight 376 8.3 Solid Tumor Targeting with Microspheres 386 8.4 Homework Assignments and Course Projects 390 References (Part D) 393 APPENDICES 395 APPENDIX A 397 A.1 Tensor Calculus 397 A.2 Differentiation 403 A.3 Integral Transformations 407 A.4 Ordinary Differential Equations 411 A.5 Transport Equations (Continuity, Momentum, and Heat Transfer) 415 APPENDIX B 420 B.1 Conversion Factors 420 B.2 Properties 423 B.3 Drag Coefficient: (A) Smooth Sphere and (B) An Infinite Cylinder as a Function of Reynolds Number 427 B.4 Moody Chart 428 References (Appendices) 429 INDEX 431

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Book SynopsisPrinciples of HVAC in Buildings by J. W. Mitchell and J. E. Braun provides foundational knowledge for the behavior and analysis of HVAC systems and related devices. The emphasis is on the application of engineering principles, and features a tight integration of physical descriptions with a software program that allows performance to be directly calculated, with results that provide insight into actual behavior. The examples, end-of-chapter problems, and design projects are more than exercises; they represent situations that an engineer might face in practice and are selected to illustrate the complex and integrated nature of an HVAC system or piece of equipment. Coverage of material applicable to the field is broad: a Fundamentals section on thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat transfer, and psychrometrics; types of HVAC systems and components; comfort and air quality criteria; a Loads section on weather data processing; design heating and cooling loads; an Equipment section on airTable of ContentsFundamentals 1 Introduction to HVAC Systems 1 1.1 Systems and Definitions 1 1.2 History of Air Conditioning 3 1.3 Trends in Energy Use and Impact 5 1.4 HVAC System Design and Operation 7 1.5 Energy Costs 1.6 Book Philosophy and Organization 11 1.7 Units 13 1.8 Summary 14 Problems 14 2 System Analysis Techniques and the Use of EES 15 2.1 Introduction 15 2.2 Introduction to EES 19 2.3 Common Problems Encountered when Using EES 22 2.4 Curve Fitting Using EES 26 2.5 Optimization Using EES 29 2.6 Successful Problem Solving Using EES 31 2.7 Summary 34 Problems 35 3 Thermodynamics and Fluid Flow in HVAC Applications 39 3.1 Introduction 39 3.2 Conservation of Mass 39 3.3 Conservation of Energy 41 3.4 Thermodynamic Properties of Pure Substances 43 3.5 Thermodynamic Limits on Performance 45 3.6 Thermodynamic Work Relations for Pure Substances 47 3.7 Thermodynamic Relations for Fluid Flow 48 3.8 Energy Loss Mechanisms in Fluid Flow 54 3.9 Summary 59 Problems 59 4 Heat Transfer in HVAC Applications 61 4.1 Introduction 61 4.2 Conduction Heat Transfer 61 4.3 Convection Heat Transfer 67 4.4 Thermal Radiation Heat Transfer 76 4.5 Transient Heat Transfer 83 4.6 Combined-Mode Heat Transfer 87 4.7 Summary 92 Problems 92 5 Psychrometrics for HVAC Applications 95 5.1 Introduction 95 5.2 Moist Air Properties 95 5.3 The Psychrometric Chart 102 5.4 The Standard Atmosphere 103 5.5 Determining Psychrometric Properties Using EES 105 5.6 Psychrometric Applications 109 5.7 Heat and Mass Transfer for Air–Water Vapor Mixtures 126 5.8 Summary 132 Problems 133 6 Overview of HVAC Systems 137 6.1 Introduction 137 6.2 Overview of HVAC Systems and Components 137 6.3 Energy Comparison Between CAV and VAV Systems 144 6.4 HVAC System Performance Calculations 145 6.5 ASHRAE Load Calculation Equations 153 6.6 HVAC System Improvements and Alternatives 156 6.7 Summary 167 Problems 167 7 Thermal Comfort and Air Quality 171 7.1 Introduction 171 7.2 Criteria for Occupant Comfort Inside Buildings 171 7.3 Criteria for Indoor Air Quality 179 7.4 Summary 182 Problems 183 Building Heating and Cooling Loads 8 Weather Data, Statistics, and Processing 185 8.1 Introduction 185 8.2 Design Temperature Parameters for HVAC Systems 186 8.3 Ambient Temperature and Humidity Correlations 190 8.4 Degree-Day Data and Correlations 195 8.5 Bin Method Data 200 8.6 Ground Temperature Correlations 202 8.7 Solar Radiation Fundamentals 205 8.8 Clear-Sky Solar Radiation 213 8.9 Weather Records 216 8.10 Summary 219 Problems 219 9 Components of Building Heat Loss and Gain 221 9.1 Introduction 221 9.2 Thermal Resistance and Conductance of Building Elements 222 9.3 Heat Flow Through Opaque Exterior Surfaces 225 9.4 Transient Heat Flow Through Building Elements 228 9.5 Heat Flow Through Building Elements—Transfer Function Approach 234 9.6 Heat Flow Through Building Elements—Thermal Network Approach 240 9.7 Heat Flow Through Glazing 244 9.8 Energy Flows Due to Ventilation and Infiltration 247 9.9 Internal Thermal Gains 256 9.10 Summary 258 Problems 259 10 Heating and Cooling Loads 265 10.1 Introduction 265 10.2 Design Heating Load 266 10.3 Design Sensible Cooling Load Using the Heat Balance Method 268 10.4 The Heat Balance Method Using the Thermal Network Approach 273 10.5 Design Latent Cooling Load 276 10.6 Design Loads Using the Thermal Network Method 277 10.7 Summary 286 Problems 287 Equipment 11 Air Distribution Systems 289 11.1 Introduction 289 11.2 Pressure Drops in Duct Systems 290 11.3 Design Methods for Air Distribution Systems 298 11.4 Fan Characteristics 311 11.5 Interaction Between Fan and Distribution System 315 11.6 Air Distribution in Zones 318 11.7 Heat Losses and Gains for Ducts 320 11.8 Air Leakage from Ducts 322 11.9 Summary 323 Problems 324 12 Liquid Distribution Systems 329 12.1 Introduction 329 12.2 Head Loss and Pressure Drop in Liquid Distribution Systems 329 12.3 Water Distribution Systems 332 12.4 Steam Distribution Systems 335 12.5 Pump Characteristics 338 12.6 Heat Loss and Gain for Pipes 340 12.7 Summary 342 Problems 342 13 Heat Exchangers for Heating and Cooling Applications 345 13.1 Introduction 345 13.2 Overall Heat Transfer Conductance 347 13.3 Heat Exchanger Thermal Performance 349 13.4 Heating Coil Selection Process 355 13.5 Cooling Coil Processes 361 13.6 Cooling Coil Performance Using a Heat Transfer Analogy 362 13.7 Cooling Coil Selection Procedure 368 13.8 Summary 376 Problems 376 14 Cooling Towers and Desiccant Dehumidification Systems 379 14.1 Introduction 379 14.2 Cooling Towers 379 14.3 Cooling Tower Performance using an Analogy to Heat Transfer 381 14.4 Cooling Tower Selection Procedure 385 14.5 Desiccant Dehumidifiers 388 14.6 Desiccant Dehumidification Systems 393 14.7 Summary 397 Problems 398 15 Vapor Compression Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Systems 401 15.1 Introduction 401 15.2 Vapor Compression System 401 15.3 Refrigerants 407 15.4 Vapor Compression System Compressors 412 15.5 Vapor Compression System Performance 416 15.6 Alternative Vapor Compression System Concepts 421 15.7 Summary 429 Problems 429 16 Heat Pump Systems 433 16.1 Introduction 433 16.2 Air Source Heat Pumps 435 16.3 Ground Source Heat Pumps 441 16.4 Water Loop Heat Pump Systems 443 16.5 Summary 444 Problems 444 17 Thermal Storage Systems 447 17.1 Introduction 447 17.2 Ice Storage Systems 451 17.3 Chilled Water Storage Systems 452 17.4 Cold Air Distribution Systems 453 17.5 Building Thermal Storage 454 17.6 Thermal Storage Control Strategies 456 17.7 Performance Characteristics of Ice Storage Tanks 460 17.8 Selection of Ice Storage Capacity 466 17.9 Summary 471 Problems 471 Design and Control of HVAC Systems 18 Building and HVAC Energy Use 475 18.1 Introduction 475 18.2 Weather Data for Energy Use Calculations 475 18.3 Degree-day Method for Estimation of Heating Energy Use 476 18.4 Bin Method for Estimating Energy Use 479 18.5 Simulation Methods for Estimating Energy Use 486 18.6 Thermal Network Method for Estimating Building Energy Use 487 18.7 Summary 491 Problems 492 19 HVAC Control Principles 497 19.1 Introduction 497 19.2 Feedback Control Techniques 500 19.3 Implementation of Local Loop Control 517 19.4 Advanced Control Techniques 518 19.5 Summary 521 Problems 521 20 Supervisory Control 523 20.1 Introduction 523 20.2 Introduction to Optimal Operation of HVAC Systems 525 20.3 Optimization Statement for All-Electric Cooling Plants Without Storage 531 20.4 Model-based Optimization Procedure 531 20.5 Quadratic Optimization Procedure 533 20.6 Simplified Control Strategies for System Components 536 20.7 Optimization Statement for All-Electric Cooling Plants with Storage 544 20.8 Simplified Control Strategies for Systems with Storage 545 20.9 Methods for Forecasting Building Loads 548 20.10 Summary 550 Problems 551 21 Designing HVAC Systems 555 21.1 Introduction 555 21.2 Design Methodology 555 21.3 Life-Cycle Cost 562 21.4 Rules of Thumb 564 21.5 Design Problems for the Students 565 Problems 566 Appendix A: Thermal Property Values 573 Appendix B: Psychrometric Charts for Sea-Level Conditions 575 Appendix C: Wall and Roof Property Data 577 References 583 Nomenclature 589 Index 595

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Book SynopsisBennett's Transport by Advection and Diffusion provides a focused foundation for the principles of transport at the senior or graduate level, with illustrations from a wide range of topics. The text uses an integrated approach to teaching transport phenomena, but widens coverage to include topics such as transport in compressible flows and in open channel flows. Transport by Advection and Diffusion helps students develop the requisite math skills as well as the conceptual understanding needed to succeed in research and education. It presents analytical and numerical tools to aid problem solving in each topic area. The text is designed for senior or graduate level courses for chemical and mechanical engineering, environmental studies, earth science, materials science, and physics, but it will also appeal to practitioners.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Thermodynamic Preliminaries 1 1.1 The First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics 1 1.2 Fundamental Equations 2 1.3 Ideal Gas 7 1.4 Constant Density Solid or Liquid 8 1.5 Properties of Mixtures 9 1.6 Summary of Thermodynamic Results 9 1.7 Problems 10 Chapter 2 Fundamentals of Transport 12 2.1 Physics of Advection and Diffusion 12 2.2 Advection Fluxes 14 2.3 Diffusion Fluxes 17 2.4 Reversible vs. Irreversible Transport 22 2.5 Looking Ahead 23 2.6 Problems 23 Chapter 3 Index Notation 25 3.1 Indices 25 3.2 Representation of Cartesian Differential Equations 26 3.3 Special Operators 27 3.4 Operators in Non-Cartesian Coordinates 31 3.5 Problems 34 Chapter 4 Transport by Advection and Diffusion 36 4.1 Continuity Equation 37 4.2 Transport of Species 39 4.3 Transport of Heat 42 4.4 Transport of Momentum 43 4.5 Summary of Transport Equations without Sources 44 4.6 Conservation Statements from a Finite Volume 44 4.7 Eulerian and Lagrangian Coordinates and the Substantial Derivative 46 4.8 Problems 48 Chapter 5 Transport with Source Terms 50 5.1 Continuity Equation 51 5.2 Species Equation 51 5.3 Heat Equation (without Viscous Heating) 52 5.4 Momentum Equation 54 5.5 Kinetic Energy Equation 55 5.6 Heat Equation (with Viscous Heating) 57 5.7 Entropy Generation in Irreversible Flows 58 5.8 Conservation Statements Derived from a Finite Volume 59 5.9 Leibniz’s Theorem 62 5.10 Looking Ahead 63 5.11 Problems 64 Chapter 6 Specification of Transport Problems 66 6.1 Classification of Equations 66 6.2 Boundary Conditions 67 6.3 Elementary Linear Examples 69 6.4 Nonlinear Example 73 6.5 Scaling Estimates 75 6.6 Problems 78 Chapter 7 Transient One-Dimensional Diffusion 82 7.1 Separation of Time and Space Variables 83 7.2 Silicon Doping 89 7.3 Plane Wall With Heat Generation 93 7.4 Transient Groundwater Contamination 97 7.5 Problems 101 Chapter 8 Steady Two-Dimensional Diffusion 103 8.1 Separation of Two Spatial Variables 103 8.2 Nonhomogeneous Conditions on Nonadjoining Boundaries 105 8.3 Nonhomogeneous Conditions on Adjoining Boundaries 107 8.4 Nonhomogeneous Condition in Governing Equation 111 8.5 Looking Ahead 115 8.6 Problems 115 Chapter 9 Eigenfunction Expansion 119 9.1 Method of Eigenfunction Expansion 119 9.2 Non-Cartesian Coordinate Systems 127 9.3 Transport in Non-Cartesian Coordinates 130 9.4 Problems 139 Chapter 10 Similarity Solution 140 10.1 The Similarity Variable 140 10.2 Laser Heating of a Semi-Infinite Solid 142 10.3 Transient Evaporation 146 10.4 Power Series Solution 148 10.5 Mass Transfer with Time-Dependent Boundary Condition 152 10.6 Problems 157 Chapter 11 Superposition of Solutions 159 11.1 Superposition in Time 159 11.2 Superposition in Space 164 11.3 Problems 169 Chapter 12 Diffusion-Driven Boundaries 172 12.1 Thermal Oxidation 172 12.2 Solidification of an Undercooled Liquid 174 12.3 Solidification of a Binary Alloy from an Undercooled Liquid 178 12.4 Melting of a Solid Initially at the Melting Point 183 12.5 Problems 186 Chapter 13 Lubrication Theory 188 13.1 Lubrication Flows Governed by Diffusion 188 13.2 Scaling Arguments for Squeeze Flow 189 13.3 Squeeze Flow Damping in an Accelerometer Design 191 13.4 Coating Extrusion 194 13.5 Coating Extrusion on a Porous Surface 198 13.6 Reynolds Equation for Lubrication Theory 202 13.7 Problems 203 Chapter 14 Inviscid Flow 206 14.1 The Reynolds Number 207 14.2 Inviscid Momentum Equation 208 14.3 Ideal Plane Flow 209 14.4 Steady Potential Flow through a Box with Staggered Inlet and Exit 210 14.5 Advection of Species through a Box with Staggered Inlet and Exit 215 14.6 Spherical Bubble Dynamics 217 14.7 Problems 221 Chapter 15 Catalog of Ideal Plane Flows 224 15.1 Superposition of Simple Plane Flows 224 15.2 Potential Flow over an Aircraft Fuselage 225 15.3 Force on a Line Vortex in a Uniform Stream 227 15.4 Flow Circulation 229 15.5 Potential Flow over Wedges 231 15.6 Problems 233 Chapter 16 Complex Variable Methods 234 16.1 Brief Review of Complex Numbers 234 16.2 Complex Representation of Potential Flows 235 16.3 The Joukowski Transform 236 16.4 Joukowski Symmetric Airfoils 238 16.5 Joukowski Cambered Airfoils 240 16.6 Heat Transfer between Nonconcentric Cylinders 242 16.7 Transport with Temporally Periodic Conditions 244 16.8 Problems 246 Chapter 17 MacCormack Integration 249 17.1 Flux-Conservative Equations 249 17.2 MacCormack Integration 250 17.3 Transient Convection 255 17.4 Steady-State Solution of Coupled Equations 259 17.5 Problems 262 Chapter 18 Open Channel Flow 265 18.1 Analysis of Open Channel Flows 265 18.2 Simple Surface Waves 267 18.3 Depression and Elevation Waves 268 18.4 The Hydraulic Jump 269 18.5 Energy Conservation 271 18.6 Dam-Break Example 273 18.7 Tracer Transport in the Dam-Break Problem 280 18.8 Problems 280 Chapter 19 Open Channel Flow with Friction 284 19.1 The Saint-Venant Equations 284 19.2 The Friction Slope 286 19.3 Flow through a Sluice Gate 287 19.4 Problems 293 Chapter 20 Compressible Flow 296 20.1 General Equations of Momentum and Energy Transport 296 20.2 Reversible Flows 298 20.3 Sound Waves 299 20.4 Propagation of Expansion and Compression Waves 300 20.5 Shock Wave (Normal to Flow) 302 20.6 Shock Tube Analytic Description 304 20.7 Shock Tube Numerical Description 307 20.8 Shock Tube Problem with Dissimilar Gases 311 20.9 Problems 312 Chapter 21 Quasi-One-Dimensional Compressible Flows 315 21.1 Quasi-One-Dimensional Flow Equations 315 21.2 Quasi-One-Dimensional Steady Flow Equations without Friction 318 21.3 Numerical Solution to Quasi-One-Dimensional Steady Flow 323 21.4 Problems 330 Chapter 22 Two-Dimensional Compressible Flows 333 22.1 Flow through a Diverging Nozzle 333 22.2 Problems 342 Chapter 23 Runge-Kutta Integration 344 23.1 Fourth-Order Runge-Kutta Integration of First-Order Equations 344 23.2 Runge-Kutta Integration of Higher Order Equations 347 23.3 Numerical Integration of Bubble Dynamics 349 23.4 Numerical Integration with Shooting 351 23.5 Problems 355 Chapter 24 Boundary Layer Convection 359 24.1 Scanning Laser Heat Treatment 359 24.2 Convection to an Inviscid Flow 363 24.3 Species Transfer to a Vertically Conveyed Liquid Film 369 24.4 Problems 374 Chapter 25 Convection into Developing Laminar Flows 376 25.1 Boundary Layer Flow over a Flat Plate (Blasius Flow) 376 25.2 Species Transfer across the Boundary Layer 383 25.3 Heat Transfer across the Boundary Layer 387 25.4 A Correlation for Forced Heat Convection from a Flat Plate 389 25.5 Transport Analogies 390 25.6 Boundary Layers Developing on a Wedge (Falkner-Skan Flow) 392 25.7 Viscous Heating in the Boundary Layer 394 25.8 Problems 396 Chapter 26 Natural Convection 399 26.1 Buoyancy 399 26.2 Natural Convection from a Vertical Plate 400 26.3 Scaling Natural Convection from a Vertical Plate 401 26.4 Exact Solution to Natural Convection Boundary Layer Equations 404 26.5 Problems 411 Chapter 27 Internal Flow 412 27.1 Entrance Region 412 27.2 Heat Transport in an Internal Flow 414 27.3 Entrance Region of Plug Flow between Plates of Constant Heat Flux 415 27.4 Plug Flow between Plates of Constant Temperature 417 27.5 Fully Developed Transport Profiles 419 27.6 Fully Developed Heat Transport in Plug Flow between Plates of Constant Heat Flux 421 27.7 Fully Developed Species Transport in Plug Flow Between Surfaces of Constant Concentration 424 27.8 Problems 426 Chapter 28 Fully Developed Transport in Internal Flows 429 28.1 Momentum Transport in a Fully Developed Flow 429 28.2 Heat Transport in a Fully Developed Flow 430 28.3 Species Transport in a Fully Developed Flow 441 28.4 Problems 444 Chapter 29 Influence of Temperature-Dependent Properties 447 29.1 Temperature-Dependent Conductivity in a Solid 447 29.2 Temperature-Dependent Diffusivity in Internal Convection 451 29.3 Temperature-Dependent Gas Properties in Boundary Layer Flow 457 29.4 Problems 462 Chapter 30 Turbulence 465 30.1 The Transition to Turbulence 466 30.2 Reynolds Decomposition 468 30.3 Decomposition of the Continuity Equation 469 30.4 Decomposition of the Momentum Equation 470 30.5 The Mixing Length Model of Prandtl 471 30.6 Regions in a Wall Boundary Layer 473 30.7 Parameters of the Mixing Length Model 476 30.8 Problems 477 Chapter 31 Fully Developed Turbulent Flow 479 31.1 Turbulent Poiseuille Flow Between Smooth Parallel Plates 480 31.2 Turbulent Couette Flow between Smooth Parallel Plates 485 31.3 Turbulent Poiseuille Flow in a Smooth-Wall Pipe 488 31.4 Utility of the Hydraulic Diameter 490 31.5 Turbulent Poiseuille Flow in a Smooth Annular Pipe 490 31.6 Reichardt’s Formula for Turbulent Diffusivity 495 31.7 Poiseuille Flow with Blowing between Walls 497 31.8 Problems 504 Chapter 32 Turbulent Heat and Species Transfer 507 32.1 Reynolds Decomposition of the Heat Equation 507 32.2 The Reynolds Analogy 508 32.3 Thermal Profile Near the Wall 510 32.4 Mixing Length Model for Heat Transfer 513 32.5 Mixing Length Model for Species Transfer 514 32.6 Problems 515 Chapter 33 Fully Developed Transport in Turbulent Flows 517 33.1 Chemical Vapor Deposition in Turbulent Tube Flow with Generation 517 33.2 Heat Transfer in a Fully Developed Internal Turbulent Flow 522 33.3 Heat Transfer in a Turbulent Poiseuille Flow between Smooth Parallel Plates 523 33.4 Fully Developed Transport in a Turbulent Flow of a Binary Mixture 532 33.5 Problems 543 Chapter 34 Turbulence over Rough Surfaces 545 34.1 Turbulence over a Fully Rough Surface 546 34.2 Turbulent Heat and Species Transfer from a Fully Rough Surface 547 34.3 Application of the Rough Surface Mixing Length Model 549 34.4 Application of Reichardt’s Formula to Rough Surfaces 553 34.5 Problems 563 Chapter 35 Turbulent Boundary Layer 565 35.1 Formulation of Transport in Turbulent Boundary Layer 565 35.2 Formulation of Heat Transport in the Turbulent Boundary Layer 575 35.3 Problems 580 Chapter 36 The K-Epsilon Model of Turbulence 581 36.1 Turbulent Kinetic Energy Equation 581 36.2 Dissipation Equation for Turbulent Kinetic Energy 585 36.3 The Standard K-Epsilon Model 586 36.4 Problems 587 Chapter 37 The K-Epsilon Model Applied to Fully Developed Flows 589 37.1 K-Epsilon Model for Poiseuille Flow between Smooth Parallel Plates 589 37.2 Transition Point between Mixing Length and K-Epsilon Models 591 37.3 Solving the K and E Equations 593 37.4 Solution of the Momentum Equation with the K-Epsilon Model 597 37.5 Turbulent Diffusivity Approaching the Centerline of the Flow 598 37.6 Turbulent Heat Transfer with Constant Temperature Boundary 601 37.7 Problems 604 Appendix A 606 Index 611

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Book Synopsis*Manufacturing Processes incorporates design topics, balance quantitative and qualitative coverage. The text also includes several case studies expanded upon online with related assessment content along with videos with related assessment questions.Table of Contents1 INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW OF MANUFACTURING. 1.1 What Is Manufacturing? 1.2 Manufacturing Processes. 1.3 Organization of the Book. Part I Engineering Materials and Product Attributes. 2 ENGINEERING MATERIALS. 2.1 Metals and Their Alloys. 2.2 Ceramics. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 2.3 Polymers. 2.4 Composites. 3 PROPERTIES OF ENGINEERING MATERIALS. 3.1 Stress–Strain Relationships. 3.2 Hardness. 3.3 Effect of Temperature on Mechanical Properties. 3.4 Fluid Properties. 3.5 Viscoelastic Behavior of Polymers. 3.6 Volumetric and Melting Properties. 3.7 Thermal Properties. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 4 DIMENSIONS, TOLERANCES AND SURFACES. 4.1 Dimensions, Tolerances, and Related Attributes. 4.2 Surfaces. 4.3 Effect of Manufacturing Processes. Appendix A4 Measurement of Dimensions and Surfaces. A4.1 Conventional Measuring Instruments and Gages. A4.2 Measurement of Surfaces. Part II Solidification Processes. 5 FUNDAMENTALS OF METAL CASTING. 5.1 Overview of Casting Technology. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 5.2 Heating and Pouring. 5.3 Solidification and Cooling. 6 METAL CASTING PROCESSES. 6.1 Sand Casting. 6.2 Other Expendable-Mold Casting Processes. 6.3 Permanent-Mold Casting Processes. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 6.4 Foundry Practice. 6.5 Casting Quality. 6.6 Metals for Casting. 6.7 Product Design Considerations. 7 GLASSWORKING. 7.1 Raw Materials Preparation and Melting. 7.2 Shaping Processes in Glassworking. 7.3 Heat Treatment and Finishing. 7.4 Product Design Considerations. 8 SHAPING PROCESSES FOR PLASTICS. 8.1 Properties of Polymer Melts. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 8.2 Extrusion. 8.3 Production of Sheet and Film. 8.4 Fiber and Filament Production (Spinning). 8.5 Coating Processes. 8.6 Injection Molding. 8.7 Compression and Transfer Molding. 8.8 Blow Molding and Rotational Molding. 8.9 Thermoforming. 8.10 Casting. 8.11 Polymer Foam Processing and Forming. 8.12 Product Design Considerations. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 9 SHAPING PROCESSES FOR RUBBER AND POLYMER MATRIX COMPOSITES. 9.1 Rubber Processing and Shaping. 9.2 Manufacture of Tires and Other Rubber Products. 9.3 PMC Shaping Processes and Materials. 9.4 Open Mold Processes. 9.5 Closed Mold Processes. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 9.6 Filament Winding. 9.7 Pultrusion Processes. 9.8 Other PMC Shaping Processes. Part III Particulate Processing of Metals and Ceramics. 10 POWDER METALLURGY. 10.1 Production of Metallic Powders. 10.2 Conventional Pressing and Sintering. 10.3 Alternative Pressing and Sintering Techniques. 10.4 Materials and Products for PM. 10.5 Design Considerations in Powder Metallurgy. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. Appendix 10 Characterization of Engineering Powders. A10.1 Geometric Features. A10.2 Other Features. 11 PROCESSING OF CERAMICS AND CERMETS. 11.1 Processing of Traditional Ceramics. 11.2 Processing of New Ceramics. 11.3 Processing of Cermets. 11.4 Product Design Considerations. Part IV Metal Forming and Sheet Metalworking. 12 FUNDAMENTALS OF METAL FORMING. 12.1 Overview of Metal Forming. 12.2 Material Behavior in Metal Forming. 12.3 Temperature in Metal Forming. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 12.4 Friction and Lubrication in Metal Forming. 13 BULK DEFORMATION PROCESSES IN METAL WORKING. 13.1 Rolling. 13.2 Forging. 13.3 Extrusion. 13.4 Wire and Bar Drawing. 14 SHEET METALWORKING. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 14.1 Cutting Operations. 14.2 Bending Operations. 14.3 Drawing. 14.4 Other Sheet-Metal-Forming Operations. 14.5 Dies and Presses for Sheet-Metal Processes. 14.6 Sheet-Metal Operations Not Performed on Presses. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. Part V Material Removal Processes. 15 THEORY OF METAL MACHINING. 15.1 Overview of Machining Technology. 15.2 Theory of Chip Formation in Metal Machining. 15.3 Force Relationships and the Merchant Equation. 15.4 Power and Energy Relationships in Machining. 15.5 Cutting Temperature. 16 MACHINING OPERATIONS AND MACHINE TOOLS. 16.1 Machining and Part Geometry. 16.2 Turning and Related Operations. 16.3 Drilling and Related Operations. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 16.4 Milling. 16.5 Machining Centers and Turning Centers. 16.6 Other Machining Operations. 16.7 High-Speed Machining. 16.8 Tolerances and Surface Finish. 16.9 Product Design Considerations in Machining. 17 CUTTING-TOOL TECHNOLOGY AND RELATED TOPICS. 17.1 Tool Life. 17.2 Tool Materials. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 17.3 Tool Geometry. 17.4 Cutting Fluids. 17.5 Machinability. 17.6 Machining Economics. 18 GRINDING AND OTHER ABRASIVE PROCESSES. 18.1 Grinding. 18.2 Related Abrasive Processes. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 19 NONTRADITIONAL MACHINING PROCESSES. 19.1 Mechanical Energy Processes. 19.2 Electrochemical Machining Processes. 19.3 Thermal Energy Processes. 19.4 Chemical Machining. 19.5 Application Considerations. Part VI Property Enhancing and Surface Processing Operations. 20 HEAT TREATMENT OF METALS. 20.1 Annealing. 20.2 Martensite Formation in Steel. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 20.3 Precipitation Hardening. 20.4 Surface Hardening. 21 SURFACE PROCESSING OPERATIONS. 21.1 Industrial Cleaning Processes. 21.2 Diffusion and Ion Implantation. 21.3 Plating and Related Processes. 21.4 Conversion Coating. 21.5 Vapor Deposition Processes. 21.6 Organic Coatings. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. Part VII Joining and Assembly Processes 22 FUNDAMENTALS OF WELDING. 22.1 Overview of Welding Technology. 22.2 The Weld Joint. 22.3 Physics of Welding. 22.4 Features of a Fusion-Welded Joint. 23 WELDING PROCESSES. 23.1 Arc Welding. 23.2 Resistance Welding. 23.3 Oxyfuel Gas Welding. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 23.4 Other Fusion-Welding Processes. 23.5 Solid-State Welding. 23.6 Weld Quality. 23.7 Design Considerations in Welding. 24 BRAZING, SOLDERING, AND ADHESIVE BONDING. 24.1 Brazing. 24.2 Soldering. 24.3 Adhesive Bonding. 25 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY. 25.1 Threaded Fasteners. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 25.2 Rivets and Eyelets. 25.3 Assembly Methods Based on Interference Fits. 25.4 Other Mechanical Fastening Methods. 25.5 Molding Inserts and Integral Fasteners. 25.6 Design for Assembly. Part VIII Special Processing and Assembly Technologies. 26 RAPID PROTOTYPING. 26.1 Fundamentals of Rapid Prototyping. 26.2 Rapid Prototyping Technologies. 26.3 Application Issues in Rapid Prototyping. 27 MICROFABRICATION AND NANOFABRICATION TECHNOLOGIES. 27.1 Microsystem Products. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 27.2 Microfabrication Processes. 27.3 Nanotechnology Products. 27.4 Scanning Probe Microscopes. 27.5 Nanofabrication Processes. Part IX Systems Topics in Manufacturing. 28 PRODUCTION SYSTEMS AND PROCESS PLANNING. 28.1 Overview of Production Systems. 28.2 Process Planning. 28.3 Concurrent Engineering and Design for Manufacturability. 29 SURVEY OF AUTOMATION AND MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 29.1 Computer Numerical Control. 29.2 Cellular Manufacturing. 29.3 Flexible Manufacturing Systems and Cells. 29.4 Lean Production. 29.5 Computer Integrated Manufacturing. 30 QUALITY CONTROL AND INSPECTION. 30.1 Product Quality. 30.2 Process Capability and Tolerances. 30.3 Statistical Process Control. 30.4 Quality Programs in Manufacturing. Groover: Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. 30.5 Inspection Principles. 30.6 Modern Inspection Technologies.

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