Technology, Engineering & Agriculture Books

Book SynopsisThe transformation towards electric mobility requires the highest quality mass production of battery cells. However, few research in battery cell engineering focus beyond new cell chemistries. As a consequence, there exists a huge gap between basic battery research and comparable scientific approaches to battery cell production. This handbook bridges the gap between basic electrochemical battery cell research and battery cell production approaches.To run lithium-ion battery gigafactories successfully and sustainably, high-quality battery cell production processes and systems are required. The Handbook on Smart Battery Cell Manufacturing provides a comprehensive and well-structured analysis of every aspect of the manufacturing process of smart battery cell, including upscaling battery cell production, accompanied by many instructive practical examples of the digitalization of battery products and manufacturing systems using an integrated life cycle perspective.

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Book SynopsisCoastlines, like many things around us, are constantly evolving. Keeping pace with the changes and their development is necessary to ensure their stability and to maintain eco-equilibrium for nearshore hydrodynamics and morphodynamics. Supported with field measurements for model validation, several numerical and analytical tools are available to us to understand the physical processes in the vicinity of these water bodies.This book encompasses the engineering principles involved in field data observation, measurement, collection, and processing; the prediction of wave climate and sediment transport using measured field data; numerical modelling involving calibration and validation of the hydrodynamic and morphodynamic processes; and the study of the underlying physical processes and the application of sustainable engineering measures to combat coast- and estuary-related problems.The book has three sections: The first section is an elaboration on the need for and framework of the existing management and engineering notions. The second section details the measurement of the various parameters such as wave climate (offshore and nearshore), shoreline changes, beach profile variation, and sediment transport rates. The third section describes the aspects of wave prediction to arrive at design characteristics and modelling of the hydrodynamic and morphodynamic processes along open coasts and tidal inlets.This book is designed to benefit students pursuing coastal engineering as their field of specialization. It could also serve as a guidebook to engineers, planners, and decision makers working in the fields of coastal, estuarine, and harbour engineering, governmental and private agencies that plan the financial outlay for coastal development projects, and private consultants dealing with maritime hydraulics.

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Book SynopsisThis unique compendium introduces the field of numerical modelling of water waves. The topics included the most widely used water wave modelling approaches, presented in increasing order of complexity and categorized into phase-averaged and phase-resolving at the highest level.A comprehensive state-of-the-art review is provided for each chapter, comprising the historical development of the method, the most relevant models and their practical applications. A full description on the method's underlying assumptions and limitations are also provided. The final chapter features coupling among different models, outlining the different types of implementations, highlighting their pros and cons, and providing numerous relevant examples for full context.The useful reference text benefits professionals, researchers, academics, graduate and undergraduate students in wave mechanics in general and coastal and ocean engineering in particular.

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Book SynopsisThere is a rich history of achievements by Chartered Surveyors in Singapore going back as far as the 1880s. Their stories have largely gone untold. This book tells the stories of individual Chartered Surveyors in Singapore over the first hundred years since the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors was founded (1868 to 1968) and explains the role they played in the development of Singapore. The book also includes the stories of the pioneer Singaporean Chartered Surveyors from the 1940s onwards, many of whom studied overseas but returned to Singapore where they would play important roles in the real estate industry over future decades.Related Link(s)

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Book SynopsisThis book grew out of an idea to study properties of small subsystems of a large reservoir. Observations were at the time not explainable with standard thermodynamics. But the theory of Hill on thermodynamics of small systems provided the systematic procedure needed to address the problem. Following Hill, thermodynamics can be formulated for the nanoscale!The purpose of this book is to expand and demonstrate Hill's theory. The theory adds a new term to the fundamental Gibbs equation, that is specific for systems at the nanoscale. The properties that follow may be counter intuitive. The equation of state for a small system, for instance, is not given once and for all. We shall see that it changes with the environmental variables that control the small system. The statistical mechanical machinery remains as before, however.The world of small systems challenges the standard knowledge; that the number of particles in a system must be very large for thermodynamic equations to apply. We shall see that thermodynamic equations apply perfectly well also for small particle numbers, provided that small-system effects are accounted for correctly. In the world where size and shape are central, we shall find that equations of state can be used down to one particle in a box! There are scaling laws, which help us determine and understand the large system limit better!In the first part, the authors highlight the basic idea of the theory and provide a more systematic method, than used before. In the second part, the authors demonstrate the power of the theory in a set of central applications of nanoscience in and away from equilibrium, for other scientists to be inspired for further use.

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Book SynopsisThis unique compendium presents the Gradient Smoothing Methods (GSMs), as a general solver for linear and nonlinear PDEs (Partial Differential Equations) with a focus on fluids and flowing solids.The volume introduces the basic concepts and theories of the gradient smoothing technique used in the GSMs. Formulations for both Eulerian-GSM and Lagrangian-GSM are presented. The key ingredients of GSMs and its effectiveness in solving challenging fluid/solid flow problems with complex geometries are then discussed.Applications of GSM are highlighted, including compressible and incompressible flows, hydrodynamics with flexible free surface, and flowing solids with material strength and large deformation in geotechnical engineering, in particular, landslide simulations.In-house MATLAB codes are provided for both Eulerian and Lagrangian GSMs, along with detailed descriptions. More efficient FORTRAN source codes for solving complex engineering problems are also available on Github.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an introduction to the working principles of reverse electrodialysis and its practical application in the generation of electricity. Salinity gradient energy (SGE) has received significant attention recently due to the energy crisis resulting from the depletion of fossil fuels and the growth in energy demand. There are currently three methods to convert SGE into electricity: pressure retarded osmosis (PRO), reverse electrodialysis (RED), and capacitive mixing (CAPMIX). This book covers the theory and implementation of reverse electrodialysis, which uses ion exchange membranes to selectively deliver cations or anions, and its advantages over other methods, such as high reliability without any moving parts, the direct energy conversion process from chemical energy to electrical energy, and its low fouling rate. All of these have made RED an attractive option, however, there are various challenges in the route to commercialization and these are also described. The book summarizes the research progress and current status of RED, with a final chapter considering the outlook for the future of the technology at a commercial level. Table of ContentsFigure captions Table captions Abstract 1. Introduction 2. Parametric study on RED with sodium chloride solution 3. Effect of flow structure on RED performance 4. REDapplied for desalination 5. Parametric study of RED using ammonium bicarbonate solution to recover low-grade waste heat 6. Nanofluidic RED 7. Conclusion and future prospects References

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Book SynopsisThis book addresses the hydrostatics and stability of ships and other floating marine structures - a fundamental aspect of naval architecture and offshore engineering for naval architects and marine engineers. It starts from the most basic concepts, assuming that the reader has no prior knowledge of the subject. By presenting the topic in a methodical and step-by-step manner, the book helps students to enhance their understanding, while also providing valuable guidelines for lecturers teaching related courses.Table of ContentsBasic Ship Geometry.- Basic Hydrostatics.- Moments and Centroids.- Numerical Integration Methods.- Trim and Longitudinal Stability.- Statical Stability at Small Heels Angles.- Statical Stability at Large Heel Angles.- Dynamical Stability.- Intact Stability Criteria.- Damage Stability and Watertight Subdivision.

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Book SynopsisThis book exclusively focuses on the science and fundamentals of polymer gels, as well as the numerous advantages that polymer gel-based materials offer. It presents a comprehensive collection of chapters on the recent advances and developments in the core science and fundamentals of both synthetic and natural polymer-based gels, and pays particular attention to applications in the various research fields of biomedicine and engineering. Key topics addressed include: polysaccharide-based gels and their fundamentals; stimuli-responsive polymer gels; polymer gels applied to enzyme and cell immobilization; chitosan-based gels for cancer therapy; natural polymeric and gelling agents; radiation dosimetry; polymeric gels as vehicles for enhanced drug delivery across the skin; transport in and through gel; and polymer gel nanocomposites and functional gels. The book’s extensive and highly topical coverage will appeal to researchers working in a broad range of fields in industry and academia alike.Table of ContentsBrea Gum Gel Capacity.- An Overview on Polymer Gels Applied to Enzyme and Cell Immobilization.- Xylan-Based Gels and Their Fundamentals.- Stimuli-Responsive Polymer Gels for Protein Delivery.- Polysaccharide-Based Polymergels.- Chitosan Based Gels for Cancer Therapy.- Natural Polymeric and Gelling Agents.- Radiation Dosimetry - A Different Prospective of Polymer Gel.- Polymeric Gels: Vehicles for Enhanced Drug Delivery Across Skin.- Graphene Oxide - Polymer Gels.- Transport in and Through Gel.- Strategizing Advance Application of Polymer Gels by Incorporation of Fillers.- Polymer Gels: New Materials for the Future.- Polymer Gel-Clay (Nano)Composites.- Functional Gels.- Molecular Distinction Between Structures of Nanoporous Siloxane Polymers.- Stimuli Responsive Polysaccharides Based Gels: Fundamental and Pharmaceutical Aspects.- Polymer Gel for Islet Encapsulation for Diabetes Therapy.

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Book SynopsisThe book contains high-quality research papers presented at Sixth International Conference on Solid Waste Management held at Jadavpur University, Kolkata India during November 23-26, 2016. The Conference, IconSWM 2016, is organized by Centre for Quality Management System, Jadavpur University in association with premier institutes and societies of India. The researchers from more than 30 countries presented their work in Solid Waste Management. The book is divided into two volumes and deliberates on various issues related to innovation and implementation in sustainable waste management, segregation, collection, transportation of waste, treatment technology, policy and strategies, energy recovery, life cycle analysis, climate change, research and business opportunities.Table of ContentsPart 01. Swachh Bharat Mission in India.- Part 02. Solid Waste Management in Asia-Pacific, African and European Countries.- Part 03. Sustainability and Climate Change.- Part 04. Policies and Strategies.- Part 05. Municipal Solid Waste Management.- Part 06. City Specific MSW.- Part 07. Landfill and Leachate Management.- Part 8. Composting.- Part 9. Industrial Waste Treatment and Management.- Part 10. Sludge Management.- Part 11. Waste to Energy.- Part 12. W2E Pyrolysis and Gasification.- Part 13. C_D Waste Management.- Part 14. WEEE Management.- Part 15. Plastic Waste Management.- Part 16. Chemical Engineering in Waste Management.- Part 17. Waste Utilization and Minimization.- Part 18. Air Pollution.- Part 19. Modeling in Solid Waste Management.- Part 20. Waste Water Treatment.- Part 21. Nano Technology.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents novel algorithms for designing Discrete-Time Sliding Mode Controllers (DSMCs) for Networked Control Systems (NCSs) with both types of fractional delays namely deterministic delay and random delay along with different packet loss conditions such as single packet loss and multiple packet loss that occur within the sampling period. Firstly, the switching type and non-switching type algorithms developed for the deterministic type fractional delay where the delay is compensated using Thiran’s approximation technique. A modified discrete-time sliding surface is proposed to derive the discrete-time sliding mode control algorithms. The algorithm is further extended for the random fractional delay with single packet loss and multiple packet loss situations. The random fractional delay is modelled using Poisson’s distribution function and packet loss is modelled by means of Bernoulli’s function. The condition for closed loop stability in all above situations are derived using the Lyapunov function. Lastly, the efficacy of the proposed DSMC algorithms are demonstrated by extensive simulations and also experimentally validated on a servo system.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction and Literature Survey.- Chapter 2. Preliminaries of Network Control System and Sliding Mode Control.- Chapter 3. Design of Discrete-Time Sliding Mode Controller (Switching Type) for Fractional Delay.- Chapter 4. Design of Discrete-Time Sliding Mode Controller (Non-Switching Type) for Fractional Delay.- Chapter 5. Multirate Output Feedback Discrete-Time Sliding Mode Controller for Fractional Delay Compensation.- Chapter 6. Discrete-Time Sliding Mode Controller for Random Fractional Delays and Packet Loss.- Chapter 7. Discrete-Time Networked Sliding Mode Control (DNSMC) with Multiple Packet Transmission Policy.- Chapter 8. Conclusion, Future Scope and Challenges.

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces and illustrates modeling, sensing, and control methods for analyzing, designing, and developing spherical motors. It systematically presents models for establishing the relationships among the magnetic fields, position/orientation and force/torque, while also providing time-efficient solutions to assist researchers and engineers in studying and developing these motors. In order to take full advantage of spherical motors’ compact structure in practical applications, sensing and control methods that utilize their magnetic fields and eliminate the need to install external sensors for feedback are proposed. Further, the book investigates for the first time spherical motors’ force/torque manipulation capability, and proposes algorithms enabling the ball-joint-like end-effector for haptic use based on these motors’ hybrid position/force actuation modes. While systematically presenting approaches to their design, sensing and control, the book also provides many examples illustrating the implementation issues readers may encounter. Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Part One: Modelling Methods for PMSMs.- Distributed Multi-Pole Models.- Magnetic Force/Torque Model for Real-Time Control.- Part Two: Sensing Methods for PMSMs.- Field-Based Orientation Sensing.- A Back-EMF for Multi-DOF Method on a PMSM.- Part 3: Control Methods for PMSMs.- Direct Field-Feedback Control.- A Two-mode Six-DOF Motion System based on a Ball-joint-like PMSM for Haptic Applications.

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Book SynopsisThis Proceedings volume gathers outstanding papers submitted to the 19th Asia Pacific Automotive Engineering Conference & 2017 SAE-China Congress, the majority of which are from China – the largest car-maker as well as most dynamic car market in the world. The book covers a wide range of automotive topics, presenting the latest technical advances and approaches to help technicians solve the practical problems that most affect their daily work.Table of ContentsA Study on a Carmakers Brake Pedal Feel DNA.- Road Noise Prediction Based on FRF-Based Substructuring Method.- A Simple Theory of Fuel Escape from Combustion Room.- Development of a Water Cooled Condenser.- End to End Adaptive Cruise Control Based on Timing Network.- Intelligent Laser Solutions for Automotive Manufacturing.

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Book SynopsisThis book is a collection of select papers presented at the Tenth Structural Engineering Convention 2016 (SEC-2016). It comprises plenary, invited, and contributory papers covering numerous applications from a wide spectrum of areas related to structural engineering. It presents contributions by academics, researchers, and practicing structural engineers addressing analysis and design of concrete and steel structures, computational structural mechanics, new building materials for sustainable construction, mitigation of structures against natural hazards, structural health monitoring, wind and earthquake engineering, vibration control and smart structures, condition assessment and performance evaluation, repair, rehabilitation and retrofit of structures. Also covering advances in construction techniques/ practices, behavior of structures under blast/impact loading, fatigue and fracture, composite materials and structures, and structures for non-conventional energy (wind and solar), it will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, students and practicing engineers alike. Table of ContentsSee attached.

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Book SynopsisThis book uses simple economic theories to explain how China's agricultural economic phenomena exists in reality. It also helps the reader to get a clear understanding of economic phenomena, insight into the "hog cycle" and "food safety," as well as other economic and social phenomena. The language of this book is not only easy to understand, but also uses ancient poetry and humor to make the subject interesting, as it speaks to the history and current situation of Chinese agriculture. It also opens a window for the people to read about agriculture. This is a unique book on agricultural science that fills an important gap in works on agricultural science and agricultural economics.Table of ContentsChapter 1　Does China Have Enough to Eat.- Chapter 2　The Problem of Food Safety.- Chapter 3　Rural Land System and Rights.- Chapter 4　Can Farming Make Money.- Chapter 5　Who Will Till the Land and How Will They Till It.

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Book SynopsisThis book highlights practical solutions for flight safety improvement techniques, which are currently the focus of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). It has become clear that, in order to rapidly and significantly improve flight safety, the integrated use of new aeronautical technologies is called for. Considering the size of the aviation fleet, its constant growth and the long service lives of aircraft, new technologies should be adapted both to cutting-edge air navigation systems and to those that have been used for over a decade. Concretely, the book discusses methodological approaches to the construction of ground and on-board avionics that make it possible to achieve improved flight safety using innovative new methods. The proposed approaches are illustrated with real-world examples of e.g. satellite-based navigation systems and enhanced ground proximity warning systems. The book is written for professionals involved in the development of avionics systems, as well as students, researchers and experts in the field of radiolocation, radio navigation and air traffic control, the book will support the development and modeling of radio technical complexes, as well as the analysis of complex radio technical systems.Table of ContentsGENERAL DESCRIPTION OF FLIGHT SAFETY PROBLEMS Analysis of the state and prospects for the development of instrument landing systems and collision avoidance systems Features of global navigation satellite systems as an instrument basis for improving flight safety Augmentations – the main method to improve the performance characteristics of global navigation satellite systems Analysis of requirements for satellite-based landing systems and collision avoidance systems General methods and techniques to improve flight efficiency and safety when using satellite-based landing systems and collision avoidance systems Flight safety indicators Conclusions to Chapter 1 METHODOLOGY FOR CONSTRUCTING SATELLITE-BASED LANDING SYSTEMS AND COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS Theoretical background of a formalized methodological approach to the selection of basic elements for radio-electronic complexes to improve flight efficiency and safety Methods for building the structure of the ground and onboard radio-electronic complexes of satellite-based landing systems with augmentations of global navigation satellite systems Methods and rules for the development of a collision avoidance system with the use of global navigation satellite system technologies Directions and methods to enhance satellite-based landing systems and collision avoidance systems Conclusions to Chapter 2 METHODS FOR IMPROVING FLIGHT EFFICIENCY AND SAFETY FOR SATELLITE-BASED LANDING SYSTEMS Method for increasing the accuracy and integrity of the guidance signals based on the construction and use of volumetric distribution diagrams for radio waves multipath errors and the system structure for its implementation Method for ensuring integrity and continuity of guidance signals based on the use of an integrated signal-to-noise ratio for pseudoranges in presence of radiointerference Method for increasing accuracy and integrity of guidance signals based on pseudorange error compensation using phase measurements and the structure of the radioelectronic complex for its implementation Method for increasing accuracy, integrity, continuity and availability of guidance signals based on the use of pseudo-satellite signals and the system structure for its implementation Conclusions to Chapter 3 METHODS FOR IMPROVING FLIGHT EFFICIENCY AND SAFETY BASED ON TECHNOLOGIES APPLICABLE IN COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS Method for improving flight safety by generating a warning about a potential collision based on the three-dimensional synthesis of the underlying surface sections and the display of hazardous elements Method for increasing the flight effectiveness and safety by assessing the possibility of vertical maneuvering and determining the direction of the turn Method for increasing the flight effectiveness and safety by identifying hazardous terrain, taking into account the possibility of a reverse turn, and the system structure for its implementation Method for improving flight efficiency and safety by analyzing the space inside a corridor safe for flight Conclusions to Chapter 4 INTEGRATED TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS ON THE JOINT USE OF TECHNOLOGIES APPLICABLE IN COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AND SATELLITE-BASED LANDING SYSTEMS Principles of constructing an integrated flight safety enhancement system based on the collision avoidance system and the satellite-based landing system Method for preventing aircraft landings on an unauthorized runway by calculating a virtual glide path Method for notifying of the aircraft or UAV position during the landing and roll-on operation Assessment of flight safety and efficiency improvements with the use of integrated systems Conclusions to Chapter 5 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE APPLICATION OF THE PROPOSED TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS IN THE SATELLITE-BASED LANDING SYSTEMS AND COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS Principles of construction and design features of onboard equipment to improve flight efficiency and safety Construction of an onboard navigation and landing complex on the basis of the satellite-based landing system and the collision avoidance system Results of the satellite-based landing system flight tests Results of the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System flight tests and operation Conclusions to Chapter 6 CONCLUSIONs REFERENCES

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Book SynopsisThis book gathers selected papers presented at the Inventive Communication and Computational Technologies conference (ICICCT 2019), held on 29–30 April 2019 at Gnanamani College of Technology, Tamil Nadu, India. The respective contributions highlight recent research efforts and advances in a new paradigm called ISMAC (IoT in Social, Mobile, Analytics and Cloud contexts). Topics covered include the Internet of Things, Social Networks, Mobile Communications, Big Data Analytics, Bio-inspired Computing and Cloud Computing. The book is chiefly intended for academics and practitioners working to resolve practical issues in this area. Table of ContentsEnhanced Security Mechanism in Cloud based on DNA Excess 3 Codes.- Tensorflow Based Semantic Techniques For Multi-Cloud Applications Portability And Interoperability.- Enhancing High Availability for NoSQL Database Systems using Failover Techniques.- Implementation of Automated Bottle Filling System using PLC.- An Integrated Approach to Network Intrusion Detection and Prevention.

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Book SynopsisThis book deals with mathematical modeling, namely, it describes the mathematical model of heat transfer in a silicon cathode of small (nano) dimensions with the possibility of partial melting taken into account. This mathematical model is based on the phase field system, i.e., on a contemporary generalization of Stefan-type free boundary problems. The approach used is not purely mathematical but is based on the understanding of the solution structure (construction and study of asymptotic solutions) and computer calculations. The book presents an algorithm for numerical solution of the equations of the mathematical model including its parallel implementation. The results of numerical simulation concludes the book. The book is intended for specialists in the field of heat transfer and field emission processes and can be useful for senior students and postgraduates.​Trade Review“The intended audience for this book includes researchers and specialists working in the field of electron emission processes and heat transfer, but this book also contains many details from the point of view of modeling and the corresponding mathematical architecture that may be useful for advanced students and postgraduates.” (Federico Zullo, Mathematical Reviews, March, 2021)Table of ContentsPreface Chapter 1. Introduction 1.1. Brief history of the electron emission discovery 1.2. Types of electron emission 1.3. Statement of the problem 1.4. Mathematical statement of the problem. Heat transfer model Chapter 2. Physical foundations of field emission 2.1. Band theory and Fermi levels 2.2. Specific conductance of semiconductors 2.2.1. Electron and hole concentration 2.2.2. Effective mass 2.2.3. Electron and hole mobility 2.2.4. Temperature dependence of specific conductance in silicon 2.3. Thermoelectricity 2.4. Heat conduction of solids 2.4.1. Electron heat conductivity 2.4.2. Heat conduction of crystal lattice 2.5. Emission current density and Nottingham effect 2.5.1. Support function in metals 2.5.2. Electron tunneling through potential barrier 2.5.3. Formula for the barrier transmission factor in the case of field emission cathode 2.5.4. Emission current density in metals 2.5.5. Specific characteristics of filed emission from semiconductor cathode 2.5.6. Approximation of the emission current density formula 2.5.7. Nottingham effect 2.5.8. Optimal values of approximation parameters 2.5.9. Inversion temperature dependence on the external electric field voltage Chapter 3. Mathematical model 3.1. Phase field system and its use in heat transfer modeling 3.2. Phase field system as regularization of limit problems with free boundary 3.3. Asymptotic solution of the phase field system and modified Stefan problem 3.3.1. Construction of asymptotic solution 3.3.2. Examples 3.4. Weak solution of the phase field system and the melting zone model 3.4.1. Weak solutions and Hugoniot-type conditions 3.4.2. ``Wavetrain''-type solutions and the corresponding limit problem 3.5. Derivation of the limit Stefan–Gibbs–Thomson problem solution from numerical solution of the phase field system 3.6. Generation and merging of dissipative waves 3.7. Cathode in the vacuum cube. Definition of a generalized solution to Poisson equation for electric field potential 3.8. Mathematical model of electron emission in a vacuum cube Chapter 4 Numerical modeling and its results 4.1. Nanocathode model 4.2. Computation of current density inside the cathode 4.3. Computation of emission current density and Nottingham effect modeling 4.4. Difference scheme 4.4.1. Difference scheme for the equation for the potential 4.4.2. Difference scheme for the equation for the function of order 4.4.3. Difference scheme for the heat conduction equation 4.4.4. Difference scheme stability 4.4.5. One more version of the difference scheme 4.4.6. Choice of the difference scheme step 4.5. Algorithm for solving difference equations and possible versions of its parallelization 4.6. Results of numerical experiments 4.6.1. Nonmonotone behavior of free boundaries 4.6.2. Results of modeling with physical parameters corresponding to experimental parameters 4.7. Formation of melting and crystallizing nuclei in the model 4.8. Conclusion

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Book SynopsisThis book comprehensively discusses the basic principles and working mechanism of all kind of batteries towards clean energy storage devices. In addition, it focuses on the synthesis of various electrode materials with 1D architecture via electrospinning technique. This book will give a clear idea about recent synthetic strategy towards nanofibers and nanocomposites for alkali-ion storage applications. The reader could understand the formation mechanism of nanofibers and their potential application in the future energy storage system.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Fabrication of Electrospun.- Electrochemical Energy Storage Devices.- Li-ion battery.- Na-ion battery.- K-ion battery.- Other alkali-ion batteries (Mg, Al, Ca).- Summary.

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Book SynopsisThis book gathers selected research articles from the International Conference on Innovative Product Design and Intelligent Manufacturing System (ICIPDIMS 2019), held at the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, India. The book discusses latest methods and advanced tools from different areas of design and manufacturing technology. The main topics covered include design methodologies, industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, and advances in robotics among others. The contents of this book are useful for academics as well as professionals working in industrial design, mechatronics, robotics, and automation.Table of ContentsTrack 1: Innovative Product Design.- Design Aesthetics.- Ergonomics Design.- UX/UI Design.- Human Computer Interaction.- Computer Aided Design.- Design for Cost & Sustainability.- Design Creativity & Optimization.- Design for Sustainability.- Track 2: Intelligent Manufacturing Systems.- Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing processes.- Optimization and simulation.- Process planning and Scheduling.- Smart Manufacturing.- Virtual Manufacturing.- Robotics, Mechatronics & Automation.- Precision engineering and Metrology.- Supply Chain Management.- CAD/CAM/CAE.

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Book SynopsisThe most commonly used biological wastewater treatment technologies still have serious technical-economical and sustainability-related limitations, due to their high energy requirements, poor effluent quality, and lack of energy and resource recovery processes. In this thesis, novel electrochemical membrane bioreactors (EMBRs), which take advantage of membrane separation and bioelectrochemical techniques, are developed for wastewater treatment and the simultaneous recovery of energy and resources. Above all, this innovative system holds great promise for the efficient wastewater treatment and energy recovery. It can potentially recover net energy from wastewater while at the same time harvesting high-quality effluent. The book also provides a proof-of-concept study showing that electrochemical control might offer a promising in-situ means of suppressing membrane fouling. Lastly, by integrating electrodialysis into EMBRs, phosphate separation and recovery are achieved. Hence, these new EMBR techniques provide viable alternatives for sustainable wastewater treatment and resource recovery. Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Research background.- Intermittently aerated membrane bioreactor technologies for nutrients removal and phosphate recovery.- Anaerobic hybrid membrane bioreactor technology for refractory organic pollutant removal.- Electrochemical membrane bioreactor technologies for sustainable wastewater treatment.- In-situ utilization of generated electricity to mitigate membrane fouling.- In-situ utilization of generated electricity for nutrient recovery.- Conclusion.- acknowledgement.- Academic papers and patents during doctoral studies.

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces state-of-the-art models and methods based on the neuroendocrine-immune-inspired approaches in the field of manufacturing control systems. It develops various bio-inspired intelligent approaches for multiple applications in order to efficiently generate production plans and control solutions and agilely deal with the frequent unexpected disturbances at the shop floor level. It also provides an introduction to bio-inspired manufacturing systems with intelligent control structures and the latest technologies. Further, the book describes recent advances in the bio-inspired methodology for a high-level adaptability in manufacturing systems, including the bio-inspired control architecture and the implementation of intelligent and adaptive control approaches based on neuroendocrine-immune mechanisms and hormone-regulation principles. It offers a valuable resource for graduate students, researchers and engineers in the fields of production management, manufacturing system control and related areas. Table of ContentsBio-Inspired Manufacturing System Model.- Hormone-regulation based Algorithm for Production Scheduling Optimization.- NeuroEndocrine-regulation based Dynamic Coordination Mechanism in Bio-Inspired Manufacturing System.- Hormone-regulation based approach for distributed and on-line scheduling of machines and AGVs.- Production control strategy inspired by neuroendocrine regulation.- NeuroEndocrine-Immune regulation based approach for disturbance handling.- Prototype and Application of the Bio-Inspired Manufacturing System.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents papers from the International Conference on Sustainable Civil Engineering and Architecture 2019, which was held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from 24–26 October 2019. The conference brought together international experts from both academia and industry to share their knowledge and experiences, and to facilitate collaboration and improve cooperation in the field. The book highlights the latest advances in sustainable architecture and civil engineering, covering topics such as offshore structures, structural engineering, construction materials, and architecture.Table of ContentsFloating Solutions for Challenges Facing Humanity.- Decadal Morphological Recovery of Estuaries and Coasts after The 2011 Tohoku Tsunami.- Formal Techniques for Emergent Architectural Designs.- Research and Development of New Spaces on the Sea for Industrial and Recreational Applications.- Analytical Methods for Dynamic Interaction between Strip Foundations and Poroelastic Soils.- Floating Offshore Wind Turbines in Goto Islands, Nagasaki, Japan Optimization of Steel Panel Damper Design for Seismic Moment Frames.- Tensile Behavior of Ultra-High-Ductile Fiber-Reinforced Cementless Composites.- Experimental Study on the Response of Ultra - High Performance Fiber Reinforced Concrete Slabs under Contact Blast Loading.- Performance Analysis of a Combination between D-wall and Secant Pile Wall in Upgrading the Depth of Basement by Plaxis 2D: A Case Study in Ho Chi Minh City.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents high-quality peer-reviewed papers from the International Conference on Advanced Communication and Computational Technology (ICACCT) 2019 held at the National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, India. The contents are broadly divided into four parts: (i) Advanced Computing, (ii) Communication and Networking, (iii) VLSI and Embedded Systems, and (iv) Optimization Techniques.The major focus is on emerging computing technologies and their applications in the domain of communication and networking. The book will prove useful for engineers and researchers working on physical, data link and transport layers of communication protocols. Also, this will be useful for industry professionals interested in manufacturing of communication devices, modems, routers etc. with enhanced computational and data handling capacities.Table of ContentsPart 1: Advanced Computing.- Distributed Computing.- Cloud Computing.- Cluster and Grid Computing.- Green Computing.- Image and Video Processing-. Big Data Computing.- Machine Learning.- Parallel Computing.- Soft Computing.- Quantum Computing.- Mobile Computing.- Quantum Computing.- Mobile Computing.- Biomedical Computing, Bioinformatics.- Swarm Intelligence & Swarm Robotics.- Evolutionary Computing.- Cellular Automata.- Cellular Computing.- Membrane Computing.- Part 2: Communication & Networking.- Signal Processing.- Image Processing.- Computer Network.- Wireless Network.- Ad-hoc Network.- Internet of Things (IOT).- Network Security.- Cryptography.- Physical Layer Security.- Cognitive Radios.- Software Defined Radio.- Optical Communication.- Antenna.- Satellite and Space Communications.- Next Generation Computing and Communication.- Network Analytics.- Vehicular, Underground and Underwater Networks.- RFID and Sensor Network.- Mobile & Ubiquitous Communication Networks.- Mobile Cloud.- Internet Technologies.- Information-Centric Networking.- Remote Sensing and GIS.- Network Protocols.- Modelling & Simulation of Communication Networks and Systems.- Software-Defined Networking.- Fault Tolerance, Reliability, and Survivability.- Flow and Congestion Control.- Network Architectures.- Part 3: VLSI & Embedded Systems.- Computer Architecture.- VLSI Circuit Design and CAD Tools.- Material Science and Nano Technology.- Nano Electronics and VLSI Technology.- Embedded Systems.- Mathematical Modeling and Scientific Computing.- Hybrid Intelligent Models and Applications.- Medical Informatics.- Part 4: Optimization Technique.- Control Systems and Applications.- Renewable Energy.- Power Electronics.- Cloud and Systems Management.- Big Data Communication and Analytics.- Algorithm Heuristic.- Graph, Geometric Algorithms and Applications.- Computer Graphics, Simulation, and Modelling.- Pattern Recognition and Analysis.- Intelligent Image Analysis.- Neuroimaging Techniques.- Robotics and Machine Vision.- Systems and Software Engineering.- Real-time Systems.- Intelligent Control.- Intelligent E-Learning Systems.- Fuzzy Logic.- Artificial Neural Network.- Evolutionary Computation.- Learning Theory.- Probabilistic Methods.- Multimedia.- Text mining.- Social media systems.- Adaptive hypermedia.- Crowd sourcing.- Personalization.- Security, privacy and social impact.- Applications of Computational Intelligence techniques in Science, Engineering, medicine, finance and education etc.- Mechatronics and Robotics.

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Book SynopsisThis book compiles the latest research on food-derived opioid peptides, particularly those derived from milk. It describes in detail the structure, classification and, more importantly, physiological functions of these peptides. Presenting an interesting overview of the opioid receptors and receptor ligands, it examines the absorption, transport and degradation of these opioid peptides. Further, it highlights the production of β-casomorphins from only one variant of β-casein and its biological activities, and explores the generation of αb‐lactorphin from bovine αb‐lactalbumin and βb‐lactorphin. The book also includes a section on the use of advanced biochemical and pharmacological techniques to analyze opioid peptides, discussing the extraction of protein from food sources, protein purification followed by SGID, filtration of peptides and analysis using analytical HPLC. Lastly, it offers insights into the significance of these peptides in the pharmaceutical industry and their potential role as therapeutic agents.This timely book is useful for researchers and students in the field of food sciences, dairy science, agriculture and pharmacology. It is also of interest to industry experts.Table of ContentsAttached

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Book SynopsisThis book presents selected, high-quality research papers from the International Conference on Electronic Systems and Intelligent Computing (ESIC 2020), held at NIT Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh, India, on 2 – 4 March 2020. Discussing the latest challenges and solutions in the field of smart computing, cyber-physical systems and intelligent technologies, it includes papers based on original theoretical, practical and experimental simulations, developments, applications, measurements, and testing. The applications and solutions featured provide valuable reference material for future product development. Table of ContentsA Reliable and Secure Wireless Network for VoIP Application.- Interdisciplinary Approaches Incorporating Computational Intelligence in Modern Pharmacognosy to Address Biological Problems.- Solar Power Plant Site Selection: A Systematic Literature Review on MCDM Techniques Used.- Biometrics Based Pig Identification: From Invention to Commercialisation.- Optimal Placement of FACTS Devices in the Power System Using ANN to Increase the System Loadability.- Impact of Noise Levels on SVM-GMM based Speaker Recognition System.- Implementation of Perturbation Based MPPT Technique Using Model Based Design.- Modified Aggressive Packet Combining Scheme with Repetition Code for Throughput Enhancement in High Error Rate Channel.- Development of Image Based Disease Scale of Phoma Blight of Potato using K-means Clustering.

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Book SynopsisThis book discusses comprehensively the advanced manufacturing processes, including illustrative examples of the processes, mathematical modeling, and the need to optimize associated parameter problems. In addition, it describes in detail the cohort intelligence methodology and its variants along with illustrations, to help readers gain a better understanding of the framework. The theoretical and statistical rigor is validated by comparing the solutions with evolutionary algorithms, simulation annealing, response surface methodology, the firefly algorithm, and experimental work. Lastly, the book critically reviews several socio-inspired optimization methods. Table of ContentsIntroduction.- A Brief Review of Socio-Inspired Metaheuristics.- Multi Cohort Intelligence Algorithm.- Optimization of Electric Discharge Machining (EDM).- Optimization of Abrasive Water Jet Machining (AWJM).- Optimization of Micro Milling Process.- Optimization of Micro Drilling Process.- Optimization of Cutting Forces in Micro Drilling of CFRP Composites for Aerospace Applications.- Optimization of Micro Turning Process.- Optimization of Machining Process Parameters of Titanium Alloy Under (MQL) Environment.

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Book SynopsisThis book is a collection of peer-reviewed best selected research papers presented at 3rd International Conference on Computer Networks and Inventive Communication Technologies (ICCNCT 2020). The book covers new results in theory, methodology, and applications of computer networks and data communications. It includes original papers on computer networks, network protocols and wireless networks, data communication technologies, and network security. The proceedings of this conference is a valuable resource, dealing with both the important core and the specialized issues in the areas of next generation wireless network design, control, and management, as well as in the areas of protection, assurance, and trust in information security practice. It is a reference for researchers, instructors, students, scientists, engineers, managers, and industry practitioners for advance work in the area.Table of ContentsAnalysis and Design Recommendations for Nepal Tourism Website based on user Perspective.- Packet Priority Scheduling for Data Delivery Based on Multipath Routing in Wireless Sensor Network.- Fall Prevention System for Workers Working on High Towers.- Optimization of Merge Hypothesis for Automatic Image Caption Generation.- Comparative Study of Machine Learning Techniques for Chronic Disease Prognosis.- Real-time Video Surveillance System for Detecting Malicious Actions and Weapons in Public Spaces.- Facial Expression Recognition System Using Different Methods.- Robot Navigation through QR and Text Detection.- Comparative Study of Cooling Solutions of a Drone Based on Raspberry Pi Deducing the Most Efficient Cooling Method.- Mechanism for Saving Base Stations Energy using Binary Particle Swarm Optimization.- Adaptive Frost Filtered Quantile Regressive Artificial Deep Structure Learning Framework for Image Quality Assessment.- Classification of In-House Managed Equipment by Listing its Parts.- Blockchain based Secure and Efficient Crowdsourcing Framework.- Attendance System Using Face Recognition for Academic Education.- A Comparative Study of Conventional Machine Learning and Deep Learning Models to Find Semantic Similarity.- Enhancement of Dehazing Methods using DNN and Filtering.- An Organized Study on Data Divulge Elimination and Discernment.- Study of Simulation Environment of Cloud Broker and Classification of cloud Service Broker.- Contactless Transaction Using Wearable Ring with Biometric Fingerprint Security Feature.- Hybridization of TrellisNet with CNN.- Perlustration on Mobile Forensics Tools.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents the select proceedings of the second International Conference on Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering (RAME 2020). The topics covered include aerodynamics and fluid mechanics, automation, automotive engineering, composites, ceramics and polymers processing, computational mechanics, failure and fracture mechanics, friction, tribology and surface engineering, heating and ventilation, air conditioning system, industrial engineering, IC engines, turbomachinery and alternative fuels, machinability and formability of materials, mechanisms and machines, metrology and computer-aided inspection, micro- and nano-mechanics, modelling, simulation and optimization, product design and development, rapid manufacturing technologies and prototyping, solid mechanics and structural mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer, traditional and non-traditional machining processes, vibration and acoustics. The book also discusses various energy-efficient renewable and non-renewable resources and technologies, strategies and technologies for sustainable development and energy & environmental interaction. The book is a valuable reference for beginners, researchers, and professionals interested in sustainable construction and allied fields. Table of ContentsSpecific Heat of Nanofluids - An Experimental Investigation.- Study of Effects of Part Commonality on Stochastically Variable Product Demand.- Application of a Goal programming to optimize the schedule and frequency of product advertisement in Telemedia.- Impact of wall angle, step size and spindle speed on forming force in SPIF.- Location and capacity allocation decisions to mitigate the impacts of unexpected man-made disasters in Delhi: A Goal Programming approach.- Single slope single basin active solar still integrated with ETCs: A Review.- A review on nuclear energy based hydrogen production methods.- Experimental investigations on bubble detection in water-air two-phase vertical columns.- Design Optimization and comprehensive study of three-way cylindrical-shaped PPE sterilizer.- Power generation from waste heat by using thermoelectric modules.- Effect of SiC nanoparticles concentration on the tribological behavior of karanja oil.- Performance Characteristics of Karanja Biodiesel Blends Using Energy Audit Technique.

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Book SynopsisThis book illustrates the importance and significance of the biosurfactants obtained from microorganisms, preferably from bacteria and yeast. It explains the superiority of biosurfactants (green molecule) over chemically synthesized surfactants for the sustainable future. The content of the present book addresses the quest for novel biosurfactants producing strains, high throughput screening methods, and production strategies. It finely describes the aptness of biosurfactants for industrial and environmental applications. It elaborately describes the technical background and cutting-edge advancement of the commercial aspect of biosurfactants. In the later part of the book, the role of green biosurfactants in food processing, control of food spoilage, incorporation in personal health care products, environmental and agricultural remediation are discussed. Finally, the book elucidates a comprehensive and representative description of toxicity assessment of the biosurfactants, which highlights the risk assessment of the incorporation of the microbial biosurfactants in food, healthcare, and pharmaceutical formulations.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 1.1. Properties and characteristics.- Chapter 1.2. General Properties.- Chapter 1.3. Chemical vs. Biosurfactants.- Chapter 1.4. Aptness of biosurfactants for industrial and environmental applications.- Chapter 2. Screening of Biosurfactants.- Chapter 3. Commercial production, optimization and purification.- Chapter 3.1. Low cost substrates and higher productivity.- Chapter 3.2. Recent developments in optimization and purification.- Chapter 4. Industrial and environmental applications.- Chapter 4.1. Biosurfactants in Food.- Chapter 4.2. Biosurfactants in Food.- Chapter 5. Role of biosurfactants in Agriculture and soil reclamation.- Chapter 5.1. Soil washing and soil reclamation.- Chapter 5.2. Soil washing and soil reclamation.- Chapter 6.Toxicity assessment.

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Book SynopsisThis book opens up a critical dimension to the field of industrial ecology. The book discusses the post COVID-19 trends in the field of industrial ecology and evolving practices adopted by firms for betterment of environment and society. The authors identify valuable lessons to be learned and present conceptual frameworks to guide future industrial ecology applications. Transforming industrial systems into closed-loop industrial ecosystems dramatically reduces the negative impact of industrial activities on the environment. Therefore, this book is important not only for operation management scholars but also those who are interested in ensuring an environmentally sustainable future.Table of Contents- Chapter 1. Introduction to sustainable production and consumption systems - Chapter 2. Post COVID-19 development of sustainable production and consumption systems - Chapter 3. Evolution of practices in sustainable production - Chapter 4. Applications of Industrial Symbiosis - Chapter 5. Life Cycle Thinking and Analysis, and Industrial Ecology Frameworks - Chapter 6. Technological revolution in Industrial ecology - Chapter 7. Sustainable consumption trend in emerging economies - Chapter 8. Sustainable production and developed countries - Chapter 9. Innovative practices and advanced technologies application to balance triple bottom line - Chapter 10. Future of sustainable production and consumption

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Book SynopsisThis book highlights principles and applications of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). After introducing the basic concepts, research progress, standardizations and limitations of EMC, the book puts emphasis on presenting the generation mechanisms and suppression principles of conducted electromagnetic interference (EMI) noise, radiated EMI noise, and electromagnetic susceptibility (EMS) problems such as electrostatic discharge (ESD), electric fast transient (EFT) and surge. By showing EMC case studies and solved examples, the book provides effective solutions to practical engineering problems. Students and researchers will be able to use the book as practical reference for EMC-related measurements and problem- solution.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Summary of Electromagnetic Compatibility Chapter 2 Conducted EMI Noise Generated Mechanism, Measurement and Diagnosis Chapter 3 Conducted Electromagnetic Interference Suppression Methods and Case Studies Chapter 4 Radiated EMI Noise Generated Mechanism, Measurement and Diagnosis Chapter 5 Radiated Electromagnetic Interference Suppression Methods and Case Study Chapter 6 Principle and Analysis of Electromagnetic Susceptibility Chapter 7 Case Study of Electromagnetic Susceptibility

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Book SynopsisThis open access book presents the novel concept of plaston, which accounts for the high ductility or large plastic deformation of emerging high-performance structural materials, including bulk nanostructured metals, hetero-nanostructured materials, metallic glasses, intermetallics, and ceramics.The book describes simulation results of the collective atomic motion associated with plaston, by computational tools such as first-principle methods with predictive performance and large-scale atom-dynamics calculations. Multi-scale analyses with state-of-the art analytical tools nano/micro pillar deformation and nano-indentation experiments are also described. Finally, through collaborative efforts of experimental and computational work, examples of rational design and development of new structural materials are given, based on accurate understanding of deformation and fracture phenomena.This publication provides a valuable contribution to the field of structural materials research.Table of ContentsPart I. Introduction.- 1. Plaston induced plasticity in bulk nanostructured metals.- Part II. Simulation of plaston and plaston induced phenomena.- 2. Nucleation of plaston at surface and interface of metallic materials.- 3. Atomistic study of plaston in nanostructured metals.- 4. First principles calculations of collective motion of atoms in metals.- 5. Machine learning interatomic potentials with controlled accuracy.- 6. First principles calculations of dislocation cores in HCP metals.- Part III. Experimental analyses of plaston.- 7. STEM observation of plaston in alumina.- 8. Micro-pillar deformation experiments of brittle intermetallics in steel.- 9. Nano-indentation study of steels.- 10. Synchrotron x-ray study on plaston in metals.- 11. Improvement of fatigue lifetime by controlling plaston at crack tip.- Part IV. Design and development of high performance structural materials.- 12. Development of bulk nanostructured steels.- 13. Design and development of high Mn steels.- 14. Design and development novel magnesium alloys.

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Book SynopsisThis open access book presents the novel concept of plaston, which accounts for the high ductility or large plastic deformation of emerging high-performance structural materials, including bulk nanostructured metals, hetero-nanostructured materials, metallic glasses, intermetallics, and ceramics.The book describes simulation results of the collective atomic motion associated with plaston, by computational tools such as first-principle methods with predictive performance and large-scale atom-dynamics calculations. Multi-scale analyses with state-of-the art analytical tools nano/micro pillar deformation and nano-indentation experiments are also described. Finally, through collaborative efforts of experimental and computational work, examples of rational design and development of new structural materials are given, based on accurate understanding of deformation and fracture phenomena.This publication provides a valuable contribution to the field of structural materials research.Table of ContentsPart I. Introduction.- 1. Plaston induced plasticity in bulk nanostructured metals.- Part II. Simulation of plaston and plaston induced phenomena.- 2. Nucleation of plaston at surface and interface of metallic materials.- 3. Atomistic study of plaston in nanostructured metals.- 4. First principles calculations of collective motion of atoms in metals.- 5. Machine learning interatomic potentials with controlled accuracy.- 6. First principles calculations of dislocation cores in HCP metals.- Part III. Experimental analyses of plaston.- 7. STEM observation of plaston in alumina.- 8. Micro-pillar deformation experiments of brittle intermetallics in steel.- 9. Nano-indentation study of steels.- 10. Synchrotron x-ray study on plaston in metals.- 11. Improvement of fatigue lifetime by controlling plaston at crack tip.- Part IV. Design and development of high performance structural materials.- 12. Development of bulk nanostructured steels.- 13. Design and development of high Mn steels.- 14. Design and development novel magnesium alloys.

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces the most state-of-the-art wireless power transfer technologies for electric vehicles from the fundamental theories to practical designs and applications, especially on the circuit analysis methods, resonant compensation networks, magnetic couplers, and related power electronics converters. Moreover, some other necessary design considerations, such as communication systems, detection of foreign and living objects, EMI issues, and battery charging strategies, are also introduced to provide sufficient insights into the industrial applications. Finally, some future points are mentioned in brief. Different from other works, all the WPT technologies in this book are applied in real EV applications, whose effectiveness and reliability have been already tested and verified. From this book, readers who are interested in the area of wireless power transfer can have a broad view of modern WPT technologies. Readers who have no experience in the WPT area can learn the basic concept, analysis methods, and design principles of the WPT system for EV charging. Even for the readers who are occupied in this area, this book also provides rich knowledge on engineering applications and future trends of EV wireless charging. Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Basic Concepts of Static/Dynamic Wireless Power Transfer for Electric Vehicles.- Resonant Circuit Analysis Theories.- Resonant Compensation Topologies.- Magnetic Couplers.- Soft Switching.- Communication System.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents the proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Electrical, Control and Computer Engineering (InECCE 2021), held in Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia, on 23 August 2021. The topics covered are sustainable energy, power electronics and drives and power engineering including distributed/renewable generation, power system optimization, artificial/computational intelligence, smart grid, power system protection and machine learning energy management and conservation. The book showcases some of the latest technologies and applications developed to solve local energy and power problems in order to ensure continuity, reliability and security of electricity for future generations. It also links topics covered the sustainable developed goals (SDGs) areas outlined by the United Nation for global sustainability. The book will appeal to professionals, scientists and researchers with experience in industry.Table of ContentsPART I Sustainable Energy and Power EngineeringDynamic Partial Discharge Characteristic for Onsite Measurement Based on Zero Crossing in Power Cable (TESTING NO 2)A. Z. Abdullah, Z. H. Bohari, N. Azizan, M. IsaPartial Discharge Detection Performance Using Multi-Cylindrical Slots Antenna with Parasitic Suppression Patch for Power Transformer (TESTING NO 3)Z. H. Bohari, M. Isa, A. Z. Abdullah, P. J. Soh, A. N. Nanyan, and M. F. SulaimaReliability Performance in Distribution System based on the Amount of Power supply by Generators and Synchronous Compensators in the SystemNoorFatin Farhanie Mohd Fauzi, Nur Nabihah Rusyda Roslan, Mohd Ikhwan Muhammad RidzuanOptimal Loading Analysis with Penalty Factors for Generators Using Brute Force MethodMohammad Khurshed Alam, Mohd Herwan SulaimanUsing the Barnacles Mating Optimizer with Effective Constraints Handling Technique for Cost Minimization of Optimal Power Flow Solution Mohd Herwan Sulaiman, Zuriani Mustaffa, Mohd Mawardi Saari and Ahmad Johari MohamadModelling of Power Curve Equation for Small-Scale Vertical Axis Hydrokinetic TurbineW.I. Ibrahim, M. R. Mohamed and R. M. T. R. IsmailHigh Gain Boost Converter for Electrical Vehicle (EV) ApplicationM. Z. Aihsan, M. M. Azizan, M. I. Fahmi, A. M. Yusof and M. F. HarizAnalysis on the Projectile Speed for Different Initial Voltage and Projectile Position for 6-Stage and 10-Stage Reluctance AcceleratorsKhairul Amin Abu Johan, Nabil Fikri Idris and Anwar Hasni Abu HassanLight Bulbs Comparison from Different Brand and Working PrincipleM.S. Sutrisno, S. Nurulain, N. O. Sharif, M. R. Salim, H. ManapHotspot Detection in Photovoltaic Array using Thermal Imaging MethodMohd Shawal bin Jadin, Shahira Farhana Ahmad Safian, Kamarul Hawari Ghazali,A Device for Evaluating Photovoltaic (PV) Module Output Performance and Degradation Mohd Shawal bin Jadin, Athirah Surimin¬, Norizam Sulaiman, Airul Sharizli Abdullah and Fairuz Rizal Mohamad RashidiPerformance of 2-DOF PID Controller in AGC of Two Area Interconnected Power System Using PSO Algorithm.K. Peddakapu, M. R. Mohamed, P. Srinivasarao, D J.K. Kishore, D.A. Koteswararao, P.S P R SwamyLoss Minimization of Optimal Power Flow with Stochastic Solar Power Generation Using Improved Salp Swarm AlgorithmZuriani Mustaffa and Mohd Herwan SulaimanUtilization and Evaluation of Heat from Asphalt Pavement to Produce Power Using Thermoelectric PlateKhairul Anwar Bin Khalid, Aimie Nazmin Azmi, Aziah KhamisAnalysis of Partial Discharge Activity in High Voltage XLPE Insulation as a Function of Different Void Sizes and Locations Using the Capacitance ModelMohanned Khalid Elemary, Hadi Nabipour Afrouzi, Chin-Leong Wooi, Kamyar Mehranzamir, Zulkurnain Abdul Malek and Jubaer AhmedComparative Analysis of 5-level Multilevel Inverter with Reduced Switched TopologyM. H. Arshad, B. Ismail, M. Z. Aihsan , Z. M. Isa and S. KhodijahComparative Study on Various Type of Lightning Arrester at Solar FarmS. S. Wahdain, M. S. Hissam and A. I. MohamedTiming Control of Streamer Initiation and Electrospray Generation for Waste Water TreatmentShinji Yudate, Ryosuke Tamada, Tatsuya Takahashi, Ryotaro Ozaki, Kazunori KadowakiPerformance Analysis of Single-Phase Inverter using SEPIC Converter Iman Alyzza Zunnurain, Koh Mun Yumi and Mohd Haris FaisalA Hybrid Optimization Approach for Power Loss Reduction and Voltage Profile Improvement in Distribution System Noor Najwa Husnaini Mohammad Husni, Siti Rafidah Abdul Rahim and Mohd Rafi Adzman Study and Analysis of Harmonic Current Generation in Uncontrolled Rectifier with RLC Load Noradniazman Abd Aziz and Yushaizad YusofSelective Harmonic Minimization in Multilevel Inverter with Cascaded DC sources using Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithm Y. W. Sea, W. T. Chew, J. S. Ong, W.V. Yong, N. S. Ahmad and J. H. LeongOptimization of Distributed Generation Using Mix-Integer Optimization by Genetic Algorithm (MIOGA) Considering Load Growth Che Muhamad Asad Safwan, Norhafidzah Mohd Saad, Mohammad Fadhil Abas, Suliana Ab-Ghani and Abid AliOptimization of Radial Distribution Network With Distributed Generation using Particle Swarm Optimization Considering Load Growth Muhammad Al Amin Abdullah, Norhafidzah Mohd Saad, Mohammad Fadhil Abas, Norazila Jaalam and Abid Ali Evaluating Performance enhancement of Surfactant-added Nano-enhanced Phase Change Material (SNPCM) on PV Module Nurul Humaira Binti Muhd Zaimi, Amirjan Bin Nawabjan, Shaharin Fadzli Abdul Rahman, Siti Maherah Binti Hussin and Hasimah Abdul RahmanA High Accuracy Control of Dual Active Bridge DC-DC Converter using PSO Online Direct Tuning Suliana Ab-Ghani, Hamdan Daniyal, Nur Huda Ramlan, Norhafidzah Mohd Saad and Meng Chung TiongRule-based-Iterative Energy Management System for Islanded Hybrid Microgrid System Ng Rong Wee and J. J. JamianA Simulation Study of Wireless Power Transfer for Electric VehicleMohd.M. M.I., Bakar. M.S. and Jadin M.SSpatio-temporal characteristics of energetic lightning in Southeast Asia: Preliminary statistical results Shunsuke Akama, Yasuhide Hobara, Amir Izzani Mohamed, Chandima Gomes, Kazuo Shiokawa, Shu Hirai, Hiroshi Kikuchi and Michael StockSpatio-temporal distributions of lightning stroke charge using ELF and Meteorological Data Yasuhide Hobara, Takuhiko Ohashi, Tomonori Shiraishi and Kazuo ShiokawaPART II Control, Instrumentation and Artificial Intelligent SystemsComparative Study of Controller Performance for Variable Speed Compressor Using R600a RefrigerantM. N. Rajaie, M. Saifizi, S. M. Othman, W. A. MustafaA Retention Ability of Velocity Profile in Multi-Stage Fluidization SystemsM.S.M. Shabri, M.A.M. Nawi, M.S. Zakaria, N.M. Musa, M.A.R. Alias, and R.M.Z.R. IbrahimAssessing the Chaotic Map Population Initializations for Sine Cosine Algorithm Using the Case Study of Pairwise Test Suite GenerationFakhrud Din, Kamal Z. Zamli and Abdullah B. NasserLevy Slime Mould Algorithm for Solving Numerical and Engineering Optimization ProblemsJulakha Jahan Jui, Mohd Ashraf Ahmad and Muhammad Ikram Mohd RashidProstate Cancer Prediction Using Feedforward Neural Network Trained with Particle Swarm OptimizerJulakha Jahan Jui, M.M. Imran Molla, Mohammad Khurshed Alam and Asma Ferdowsi An Open-source, Miniature UV to NIR Spectrophotometer for Measuring the Transmittance of Liquid MaterialsAnas Mohd Noor, Ahmad Nasrul Norali, Zulkarnay Zakaria, Chong Yen Fook and Basri Noor CahyadiLevy Tunicate Swarm Algorithm for Solving Numerical and Real-World Optimization ProblemsJulakha Jahan Jui, Mohd Ashraf Ahmad and Muhammad Ikram Mohd RashidSine-based Barnacle Mating Optimization for PD Control of an Inverted Pendulum SystemAlmaa Anwari Roslan, Ahmad Nor Kasruddin Nasir, Mohd Falfazli Mat Jusof, Ahmad Azwan Abd Razak and Mohd Ashraf Ahmad A New Hybrid Image Encryption Technique using Lorenz Chaotic System and Simulated Kalman Filter (SKF) AlgorithmNurnajmin Qasrina Ann, Dwi Pebrianti, Mohd Fadhil Abas, Luhur BayuajiClassification of Domestic Electrical Appliances Based on Starting Transient Using Artificial Intelligence MethodsTarmizi Ahmad Izzuddin, Norlaili Mat Safri, Ong Sze Munn, Zamani Md Sani, Mohamad Na’im Mohd Nasir Water-based Energy Production using PI ControllerN. I. H. M. Ali, N. I. Ahmad, M.Z. Aihsan, D. H. A. Rahman, M. S. Abdul Rahim, N. Azizan, H. Mokhtarddin, B. M. Jalaludin, A. A. H. Zaidi, A. SalehManta Ray Foraging Optimization with Quasi-Reflected Opposition Strategy for Global OptimizationAhmad Azwan Abdul Razak, Ahmad Nor Kasruddin Nasir, Nor Maniha Abdul Ghani, Mohd Falfazli Mat JusofDesign and Implementation of Closed-loop PI Control Strategies in Real-time for Linear ARMAX Models of Vapour Compression Refrigeration System using R600a RefrigerantM. N. Rajaie, M. Saifizi, S. M. Othman, W. A. MustafaParticle Swarm Optimization with Modified Initialization Scheme for Numerical OptimizationWy-Liang Cheng, Koon Meng Ang, Zhi Chuan Choi, Wei Hong Lim, Sew Sun Tiang, Elango Natarajan, Chun Kit Ang, Mohamed Khan Afthab Ahamed KhanA Simple Design of a Matlab-Based Function for Topographical Presentation of FNIRS DataTalukdar Raian Ferdous, Rifath Hasan, Mohammad Khurshed Alam, Muhammad Muinul Islam, and Md. Asadur Rahman Moth Flame Optimization Maximum Power Point Tracking Algorithm for Photovoltaic System under Partial Shaded ConditionsMeng Chung Tiong, Hamdan Daniyal, Mohd Herwan Sulaiman, Mohd Shafie BakarPerformance Measure of Case Based Reasoning (CBR) for Ammonia in Water by Specific ConcentrationMuhamad Faruqi Zahari, Muhammad Sharfi Najib, Suhaimi Mohd Daud, Mujahid Mohamad, Nur Farina Hamidon MajidClassification for Ammonia in Water by Specific Concentration using Artificial Neural Network (ANN)Muhamad Faruqi Zahari, Muhammad Sharfi Najib, Suhaimi Mohd Daud, Mujahid Mohamad, Suziyanti ZaibThe Classification of Meat Odor-profile using K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN)Nur Farina Hamidon Majid, Muhammad Sharfi Najib, Muhamad Faruqi Zahari, Suziyanti Zaib and Tuan Sidek Tuan MudaThe Classification of Meat Odor-profile using K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN)Nur Farina Hamidon Majid, Muhammad Sharfi Najib, Muhamad Faruqi Zahari, Suziyanti Zaib and Tuan Sidek Tuan MudaThe Study of Groundwater Source by using KNN ClassificationSuziyanti Zaib, Muhammad Sharfi Najib, Suhaimi Mohd Daud, Muhammad Faruqi Zahari and Mujahid MohamadkNN: Classification of Agarwood Types in Oil and Wooden Using E-noseMujahid Mohamad, Muhammad Sharfi Najib, Saiful Nizam bin Tajuddin, Suhaimi Mohd Daud, Nur Farina Hamidon Majid, Suziyanti Zaib, and Muhamad Faruqi ZahariLubricant Oil Odor-Profile Classification using Case based Reasoning Intelligent Classification MethodSuhaimi Mohd Daud, Muhammad Sharfi Najib, Saiful Nizam Tajuddin, Muhamad Faruqi Zahari, Nur Farina Hamidon Majid, Suziyanti Zaib and Mujahid MohamadIntermittent Measurement and Finite Escape Time Correlations Study in H∞ Filter In NavigationHamzah Ahmad, Mohd Syakirin Ramli, Nur Aqilah Othman, Badaruddin Mohamad and Mohd Mawardi SaariA Novel Hybrid Extreme Learning Machine-Whale Optimization Algorithm for Bearing Fault DiagnosisM Firdaus Isham, M. S. R. Saufi and Amirul. A. R.Development of Low-Cost Remote Sensing System for Air Quality Monitoring Using Flying Wing UAV PlatformDhiya Syakir Bin Zulkifli and Ahmad Anas Bin YusofPerformance Analysis of Spraying Coverage Rate by using Mobile Robot for Pesticide Spraying Application on Chili Fertigation FarmA. M. Kassim, S. Said, M. M. Roslan, S. Sahak, M. A.S. A. Aziz, M.R. Yaacob, W.M. Bukhari, M. A. A Abid, A. H. Azahar, D. A. Prasetya and A. K. R. A. JayaA BASIC Language Compiler for PLC ApplicationsZulfakar Aspar and Nurul Huda Abd RahmanRobust Nonlinear Liquid Level Control of a Coupled-tank System using Backstepping Integral Sliding Mode ControlMaziyah Mat-Noh, Hamzah Ahmad, Nur Aqilah Othman, Dwi Pebrianti and Herdawatie Abdul KadirPower Production Optimization of Model-Free Wind Farm using Smoothed Functional AlgorithmRen Hao Mok and Mohd Ashraf AhmadPART III Applied Electronics and Computer EngineeringDevelopment of IoT based Smart Sorting Recycle Bin using Raspberry Pi3 B+Shahrulazlan Che Abdul Ghani, Yasmin Abdul Wahab, Nurhafizah Abu Talip@Yusof, Mohd Mawardi Saari, Rohana Abdul Karim, Nor Farizan Zakaria, Nurul Wahidah Arshad and Mohd Razali DaudDiagnosis of Hearing Impairment Based on Wavelet Transformation and Machine Learning ApproachMd Nahidul Islam, Norizam Sulaiman and Mahfuzah MustafaBrainwave Distribution of Cognitive Activities Between Normal and Dyslexia ChildrenEngku Mohd Nasri Engku Mat Nasir, Norfaiza Fuad, Mohd Erwandi Marwan, and Norfatin AkilaSelf-Powered Solar Patch Antenna at 5.8 GHz for wireless surveillance monitoringKeerrthenan Yoorththeran and Noorlindawaty Md JizatDiscontinuities Classification using Texture Features and Support Vector MachineHaniza Yazid 1[0000-0003-1760-2473], Khairul Salleh Basaruddin, Muhammad Juhairi Aziz Safar and Hafizal YazidAutomatic Brain Tumor Detection using Feature Selection and Machine Learning from MRI ImagesA. S. M. Shafi1, Md. Mahmudul Hasan, M. M. Imran Molla, Mohammad Khurshed Alam and Md. Tarequl IslamGas Detection System for Dry and Wet Cupping ProcessMohd Riduwan Ghazali, Nursyazwani Khazanah, Wan Ismail Ibrahim, and Mohd Falfazli Mat JusoComparative Study on Hyperspectral Image Enhancement for Low Illumination Outdoor Scenes ImagesLee Yong Quan, Rohana Abdul Karim, Nurul Wahidah Arshad, Nor Farizan Zakaria, Wan Nur Azhani Binti W. 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