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Non-Equilibrium Particle Dynamics (Hardcover): Albert S. Kim Non-Equilibrium Particle Dynamics (Hardcover)
Albert S. Kim
R3,083 Discovery Miles 30 830 Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Phenomena of Optical Metamaterials (Paperback): Ortwin Hess, Tatjana Gric Phenomena of Optical Metamaterials (Paperback)
Ortwin Hess, Tatjana Gric
R4,231 R3,983 Discovery Miles 39 830 Save R248 (6%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Phenomena of Optical Metamaterials provides an overview of phenomena enabled by artificial and designed metamaterials and their application for photonic devices. The book explores the study of active metamaterials with tunable and switchable properties and novel functionalities, such as the control of spontaneous emission and enhancement. Topics addressed cover theory, modelling and design, applications in practical devices, fabrication, characterization, and measurement, thus helping readers understand and develop new artificial, functional materials.

Noble Metal-Metal Oxide Hybrid Nanoparticles - Fundamentals and Applications (Paperback): Satyabrata Mohapatra, Tuan Anh... Noble Metal-Metal Oxide Hybrid Nanoparticles - Fundamentals and Applications (Paperback)
Satyabrata Mohapatra, Tuan Anh Nguyen, Phuong Nguyen-Tri
R3,934 Discovery Miles 39 340 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Noble Metal-Metal Oxide Hybrid Nanoparticles: Fundamentals and Applications sets out concepts and emerging applications of hybrid nanoparticles in biomedicine, antibacterial, energy storage and electronics. The hybridization of noble metals (Gold, Silver, Palladium and Platinum) with metal-oxide nanoparticles exhibits superior features when compared to individual nanoparticles. In some cases, metal oxides act as semiconductors, such as nano zinc oxide or titanium oxide nanoparticles, where their hybridization with silver nanoparticles, enhanced significantly their photocatalytic efficiency. The book highlights how such nanomaterials are used for practical applications.

Magnetic Nanostructured Materials - From Lab to Fab (Paperback): Ahmed A. El Gendy, Jose Manuel Barandiaran, Ravi L. Hadimani Magnetic Nanostructured Materials - From Lab to Fab (Paperback)
Ahmed A. El Gendy, Jose Manuel Barandiaran, Ravi L. Hadimani; Series edited by Ashutosh Tiwari
R4,257 R3,960 Discovery Miles 39 600 Save R297 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Magnetic Nanostructured Materials: From Lab to Fab presents a complete overview of the translation of nanostructured materials into realistic applications, drawing on the most recent research in the field to discuss the fundamentals, synthesis and characterization of nanomagnetics. A wide spectrum of nanomagnetic applications is included, covering industrial, environmental and biomedical fields, and using chemical, physical and biological methods. Materials such as Fe, Co, CoxC, MnGa, GdSi, ferrite nanoparticles and thin films are highlighted, with their potential applications discussed, such as magnetic refrigeration, energy harvesting, magnetic sensors, hyperthermia, MRI, drug delivery, permanent magnets, and data storage devices. Offering interdisciplinary knowledge on the materials science of nanostructured materials and magnetics, this book will be of interest to researchers in materials science, engineering, physics and chemistry with interest in magnetic nanomaterials, as well as postgraduate students and professionals in industry and government.

Biochemistry for Materials Science - Catalysts, Complexes and Proteins (Paperback): Akio Makishima Biochemistry for Materials Science - Catalysts, Complexes and Proteins (Paperback)
Akio Makishima
R3,022 Discovery Miles 30 220 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Biochemistry for Materials Science: Catalysis, Complexes and Proteins unlocks recent developments in the field of biochemistry through a series of case studies, enabling materials scientists to harness these advances for innovation in their own field, from the design of bio-inspired materials, to the use of new classes of catalyst. The book is broken up into six independent parts that include an introduction to seven recent discoveries, a discussion of the fundamental knowledge and techniques of biochemistry, a look at a number of biochemical materials, and an exploration of the areas of life science, organic chemistry and inorganic-related materials. The book concludes with a discussion of cosmochemistry.

Nanomaterials in Rocket Propulsion Systems (Paperback): Qi-Long Yan, Guo-Qiang He, Pei-Jin Liu, Michael Gozin Nanomaterials in Rocket Propulsion Systems (Paperback)
Qi-Long Yan, Guo-Qiang He, Pei-Jin Liu, Michael Gozin
R3,636 Discovery Miles 36 360 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nanomaterials in Rocket Propulsion Systems covers the fundamentals of nanomaterials and examines a wide range of innovative applications, presenting the current state-of-the-art in the field. Opening with a chapter on nano-sized energetic materials, the book examines metal nanoparticles-based fuels, ballistic modifiers, stabilizers and catalysts as the components of rocket propellants. Hydrogen storage materials for rocket propulsion based on nanotubes are then discussed, as are nano-porous materials and metal organic frameworks, nano-gelled propellants, nano-composite ablators and ceramic nano-composites. Other applications examined include high thermal conductivity metallic nano-composite nozzle liners, nano-emitters for Coulomb propulsion of space-crafts, and highly thermostable nano-ceramics for rocket motors. The book finishes with coverage of combustion of nano-sized rocket fuels, nano-particles and their combustion in micro- and nano-electromechanical systems (MEMS/NEMS), plasma propulsion and nano-scale physics. Users will find this to be a valuable resource for academic and government institutions, professionals, new researchers and graduate students working in the application of nanomaterials in the aerospace industry.

Transactions; 68-69 (Hardcover): North Of England Institute Of Mining Transactions; 68-69 (Hardcover)
North Of England Institute Of Mining
R921 Discovery Miles 9 210 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Multiphysics Modeling - Materials, Components, and Systems (Paperback): Murat Peksen Multiphysics Modeling - Materials, Components, and Systems (Paperback)
Murat Peksen
R2,423 Discovery Miles 24 230 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Multiphysics Modelling: Materials, Components, and Systems focuses on situations where coupled phenomena involving a combination of thermal, fluid, and solid mechanics occur. Important fundamentals of the various physics that are required in multiphysics modelling are introduced and supported with practical problems. More advanced topics such as creep deformation, fatigue and fracture, multiphase flow or melting in porous media are tackled. 3D interactions in system architectures and energy systems such as batteries, reformer or fuel cells, and modelling of high-performance materials are exemplified. Important multiphysics modelling issues are highlighted. In addition to theory, solutions to problems, such as in linear and non-linear situations are addressed, as well as specific solutions for multiphysics modelling of fluid-solid, solid-solid and fluid-fluid interactions are given. Drawing on teaching experience, industry solutions, and the latest research, this book is the most complete guide to multiphysics modelling available for students and researchers in diverse science and engineering disciplines.

Durability and Life Prediction in Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites (Paperback): Mohammad... Durability and Life Prediction in Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites (Paperback)
Mohammad Jawaid, Mohamed Thariq, Naheed Saba
R5,054 Discovery Miles 50 540 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Durability and Life Prediction in Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites focuses on the advanced characterization techniques used for the analysis of composite materials developed from natural fiber/biomass, synthetic fibers and a combination of these materials used as fillers and reinforcements to enhance materials performance and utilization in automotive, aerospace, construction and building components. The book presents key aspects of fracture and failure in natural/synthetic, fiber reinforced, polymer based composite materials, ranging from crack propagation, to crack growth, and from notch-size effect, to damage-tolerant design. Written by leading experts in the field, and covering composite materials developed from different natural fibers and their hybridization with synthetic fibers, the book's chapters provide cutting-edge, up-to-date research on the characterization, analysis and modelling of composite materials.

Failure Analysis in Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites (Paperback): Mohammad Jawaid, Mohamed... Failure Analysis in Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites (Paperback)
Mohammad Jawaid, Mohamed Thariq, Naheed Saba
R5,032 Discovery Miles 50 320 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Failure Analysis in Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites covers key aspects of fracture and failure in natural/synthetic fiber reinforced polymer based composite materials, ranging from crack propagation, to crack growth, and from notch-size effect, to damage-tolerant design. The book describes a broad range of techniques and strategies for the compositional and failure analysis of polymeric materials and products. It also illustrates the application of analytical methods for solving commonly encountered problems. Topics of interest include failure analysis, mechanical and physical properties, structural health monitoring, durability and life prediction, modelling of damage processes of natural fiber, synthetic fibers, and more. Written by leading experts in the field, and covering composite materials developed from different natural fibers and their hybridization with synthetic fibers, the book's chapters provide cutting-edge, up-to-date research on the characterization, analysis and modelling of composite materials.

Computational Structural Mechanics - Static and Dynamic Behaviors (Paperback): Snehashish Chakraverty, Karan Kumar Pradhan Computational Structural Mechanics - Static and Dynamic Behaviors (Paperback)
Snehashish Chakraverty, Karan Kumar Pradhan
R4,226 R3,929 Discovery Miles 39 290 Save R297 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Computational Structural Mechanics: Static and Dynamic Behaviors provides a cutting-edge treatment of functionally graded materials and the computational methods and solutions of FG static and vibration problems of plates. Using the Rayleigh-Ritz method, static and dynamic problems related to behavior of FG rectangular, Levy, elliptic, skew and annular plates are discussed in detail. A thorough review of the latest research results, computational methods and applications of FG technology make this an essential resource for researchers in academia and industry.

Mechanical and Physical Testing of Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites (Paperback): Mohammad... Mechanical and Physical Testing of Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites (Paperback)
Mohammad Jawaid, Mohamed Thariq, Naheed Saba
R5,055 Discovery Miles 50 550 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Mechanical and Physical Testing of Biocomposites, Fibre-Reinforced Composites and Hybrid Composites covers key aspects of fracture and failure in natural/synthetic fiber reinforced polymer based composite materials, ranging from crack propagation, to crack growth, and from notch-size effect, to damage-tolerant design. Topics of interest include mechanical properties, such as tensile, flexural, compression, shear, impact, fracture toughness, low and high velocity impact, and anti-ballistic properties of natural fiber, synthetic fibers and hybrid composites materials. It also covers physical properties, such as density, water absorption, thickness swelling, and void content of composite materials fabricated from natural or synthetic materials. Written by leading experts in the field, and covering composite materials developed from different natural fibers and their hybridization with synthetic fibers, the book's chapters provide cutting-edge, up-to-date research on the characterization, analysis and modelling of composite materials.

Ni-free Ti-based Shape Memory Alloys (Hardcover): Hee-Young Kim, Shuichi Miyazaki Ni-free Ti-based Shape Memory Alloys (Hardcover)
Hee-Young Kim, Shuichi Miyazaki
R5,576 R4,539 Discovery Miles 45 390 Save R1,037 (19%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Ni-free Ti-based Shape Memory Alloys reviews the fundamental issues of biomedical beta-type Ti base shape memory and superelastic alloys, including martensitic transformation, shape memory and superelastic properties, alloy development, thermomechanical treatment and microstructure control, and biocompatibility. Some unique properties, such as large nonlinear elastic behavior and low Young's modulus, observed in metastable Ti alloys are discussed on the basis of phase stability. As it is expected that superelastic Ti alloys will further expand the applications of shape memory alloys within the biomedical field, this book provides a comprehensive review of these new findings in Ti-base shape memory and superelastic alloys.

Nanomaterials for the Removal of Pollutants and Resource Reutilization (Paperback): Xubiao Luo, Fang Deng Nanomaterials for the Removal of Pollutants and Resource Reutilization (Paperback)
Xubiao Luo, Fang Deng
R4,238 R3,941 Discovery Miles 39 410 Save R297 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nanomaterials for the Removal of Pollutants and Resource Reutilization presents the fundamental principles necessary for the application of nanomaterials in environmental pollution control and resource reutilization, also describing specific novel applications of environmentally functional nanomaterials. In addition to outlining the applications of nanomaterials for pollution control, the book highlights problems and offers solutions. This comprehensive resource will inspire the next generation of nanomaterial designers, providing a state-of-the-art review and exploration of emerging developments.

Encyclopedia of Materials: Electronics (Hardcover): Haseeb Abdul Encyclopedia of Materials: Electronics (Hardcover)
Haseeb Abdul
R52,387 Discovery Miles 523 870 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Encyclopedia of Materials: Electronics, Three Volume Set provides a compilation on all aspects of electronic materials and devices, i.e., their science, engineering and technology. As electronic materials are integrated into numerous devices and widely used in almost all sectors, including information and communication technology, automation and control, robotics, manufacturing, process industries, instrumentation, energy and power systems, healthcare, and defense and security, this book is an ideal reference. This area of science will play an influential role in the future. In addition, given the rapid expansion of publications in this field, the compilation of definitive reviews of this kind is especially important and invaluable. The study of electronic materials is truly multidisciplinary, therefore the contributors to, and the audience for, this work will be from the fields of materials science, engineering, physics and chemistry. This title will provide users with a single and unique reference source for fundamental and applied research in electronic materials, incorporating elements from many different disciplines and applications. The work will be an invaluable resource for libraries in universities, research organizations, and manufacturing and technology companies.

Rapid Cure Composites - Materials, Processing and Manufacturing (Paperback): Nishar Hameed, Mazhar Peerzada, Nisa Salim,... Rapid Cure Composites - Materials, Processing and Manufacturing (Paperback)
Nishar Hameed, Mazhar Peerzada, Nisa Salim, Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai
R4,194 Discovery Miles 41 940 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Rapid Cure Composites: Materials, Processing and Manufacturing presents up-to-date information on the design criteria to formulate matrix systems for rapid curing. Emphasis is placed on the role different materials [resin compound and fiber reinforcement] play in developing fast curing composites, assessment of current and novel manufacturing techniques for adapting fast curing processes, the comparison between conventional curing and rapid curing, and different applications in various industrial sectors [e.g., aerospace, automotive, renewables and marine]. The book will be an essential reference resource for academic and industrial researchers working in the field of composite materials, processing and manufacturing organizations, materials scientists, and more. Polymer composites are widely used in several industries, including aerospace, automobile, spray and coatings, and electronics due to their lightweight and superior mechanical properties. However, one of the dominant hurdles towards their growth in commercial industries is the long curing cycle and slow production.

Handbook of Natural Polymers, Volume 1 - Sources, Synthesis, and Characterization (Paperback): M. S. Sreekala, Lakshmipriya... Handbook of Natural Polymers, Volume 1 - Sources, Synthesis, and Characterization (Paperback)
M. S. Sreekala, Lakshmipriya Ravindran, Koichi Goda, Sabu Thomas
R5,325 Discovery Miles 53 250 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Handbook of Natural Polymers, Volume One: Sources, Synthesis, and Characterization is a comprehensive resource covering extraction and processing methods for polymers from natural sources, with an emphasis on the latest advances. Sections cover the current state-of-the-art, challenges and opportunities in natural polymers. Following sections cover extraction, synthesis and characterization methods organized by polymer type. Along with broad chapters discussing approaches to starch-based and polysaccharide-based polymers, dedicated chapters offer in-depth information on nanocellulose, chitin and chitosan, gluten, alginate, natural rubber, gelatin, pectin, lignin, keratin, gutta percha, shellac, silk, wood, casein, albumin, collagen, hemicellulose, polyhydroxyalkanoates, zein, soya protein, and gum. Final chapters explore other key themes, including filler interactions and properties in natural polymer-based composites, biocompatibility and cytotoxicity, and biodegradability, life cycle, and recycling. Throughout the book, information is supported by data, and guidance is offered regarding potential scale-up and industry factors.

Nanobiosensors for Biomolecular Targeting (Paperback): Subash C.B. Gopinath, Thangavel Lakshmipriya Nanobiosensors for Biomolecular Targeting (Paperback)
Subash C.B. Gopinath, Thangavel Lakshmipriya
R3,946 Discovery Miles 39 460 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nanobiosensors for Bio-molecular Targeting presents the latest analytical methods for the detection of different substances in the range of small molecules to whole cells, exploring the advantages and disadvantages of each method. Biosensors combine the component of biological origin and physicochemical detector to show the presence of analytes in a given sample. The use of bionanotechnology has led to a significant advancement in the progression of nanobiosensors and has been effectively used for biomedical diagnosis.

Shreir's Corrosion (Hardcover, 4th ed.): Tony J a Richardson Shreir's Corrosion (Hardcover, 4th ed.)
Tony J a Richardson
R46,067 Discovery Miles 460 670 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This four-volume reference work builds upon the success of past editions of Elsevier s "Corrosion" title (by Shreir, Jarman, and Burstein), covering the range of innovations and applications that have emerged in the years since its publication. Developed in partnership with experts from the Corrosion and Protection Centre at the University of Manchester, "Shreir s Corrosion" meets the research and productivity needs of engineers, consultants, and researchers alike.
incorporates coverage of all aspects of the corrosion phenomenon, from the science behind corrosion of metallic and non-metallic materials in liquids and gases to the management of corrosion in specific industries and applications
features cutting-edge topics such as medical applications, metal matrix composites, and corrosion modeling
covers the benefits and limitations of techniques from scanning probes to electrochemical noise and impedance spectroscopy"

Applications of Nanofluid Transportation and Heat Transfer Simulation (Hardcover): Mohsen Sheikholeslami Applications of Nanofluid Transportation and Heat Transfer Simulation (Hardcover)
Mohsen Sheikholeslami
R6,199 Discovery Miles 61 990 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Different numerical and analytical methods have been employed to find the solution of governing equations for nanofluid flow and heat transfer. Applications of Nanofluid Transportation and Heat Transfer Simulation provides emerging research exploring the theoretical and practical aspects and applications of heat and nanofluid transfer. With practical examples and proposed methodology, it features coverage on a broad range of topics such as nanoparticles, electric fields, and hydrothermal behavior, making it an ideal reference source for engineers, researchers, graduate students, professionals, and academics.

Digital Twin Driven Smart Manufacturing (Paperback): Fei Tao, Meng Zhang, A. Y. C Nee Digital Twin Driven Smart Manufacturing (Paperback)
Fei Tao, Meng Zhang, A. Y. C Nee
R4,936 Discovery Miles 49 360 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Digital Twin Driven Smart Manufacturing examines the background, latest research, and application models for digital twin technology, and shows how it can be central to a smart manufacturing process. The interest in digital twin in manufacturing is driven by a need for excellent product reliability, and an overall trend towards intelligent, and connected manufacturing systems. This book provides an ideal entry point to this subject for readers in industry and academia, as it answers the questions: (a) What is a digital twin? (b) How to construct a digital twin? (c) How to use a digital twin to improve manufacturing efficiency? (d) What are the essential activities in the implementation of a digital twin? (e) What are the most important obstacles to overcome for the successful deployment of a digital twin? (f) What are the relations between digital twin and New Technologies? (g) How to combine digital twin with the New Technologies to achieve high efficiency and smartness in manufacturing? This book focuses on these problems as it aims to help readers make the best use of digital twin technology towards smart manufacturing.

Marine Composites - Design and Performance (Paperback): Richard Pemberton, John Summerscales, Jasper Graham-Jones Marine Composites - Design and Performance (Paperback)
Richard Pemberton, John Summerscales, Jasper Graham-Jones
R6,783 Discovery Miles 67 830 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Marine Composites: Design and Performance presents up-to-date information and recent research findings on the application and use of advanced fibre-reinforced composites in the marine environment. Following the success of their previously published title: Marine Applications of Advanced Fibre-reinforced Composites which was published in 2015; this exemplary new book provides comprehensive information on materials selection, characterization, and performance. There are also dedicated sections on sandwich structures, manufacture, advanced concepts, naval architecture and design considerations, and various applications. The book will be an essential reference resource for designers, materials engineers, manufactures, marine scientists, mechanical engineers, civil engineers, coastal engineers, boat manufacturers, offshore platform and marine renewable design engineers.

Emerging Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage (Paperback): Kuan Yew Cheong, Giuliana Impellizzeri, Mariana Amorim Fraga Emerging Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage (Paperback)
Kuan Yew Cheong, Giuliana Impellizzeri, Mariana Amorim Fraga
R5,330 R4,936 Discovery Miles 49 360 Save R394 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Emerging Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage presents the state-of-art of emerging materials for energy conversion technologies (solar cells and fuel cells) and energy storage technologies (batteries, supercapacitors and hydrogen storage). The book is organized into five primary sections, each with three chapters authored by worldwide experts in the fields of materials science, physics, chemistry and engineering. It covers the fundamentals, functionalities, challenges and prospects of different classes of emerging materials, such as wide bandgap semiconductors, oxides, carbon-based nanostructures, advanced ceramics, chalcogenide nanostructures, and flexible organic electronics nanomaterials. The book is an important reference for students and researchers (from academics, but also industry) interested in understanding the properties of emerging materials.

Zeolites - New Challenges (Hardcover): Karmen Margeta, Anamarija Farkas Zeolites - New Challenges (Hardcover)
Karmen Margeta, Anamarija Farkas
R3,067 Discovery Miles 30 670 Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Recent Advances in Innovative Magnetic Nanomaterials for Cancer Theranostics (Hardcover): Sudip Mukherjee Recent Advances in Innovative Magnetic Nanomaterials for Cancer Theranostics (Hardcover)
Sudip Mukherjee
R1,362 Discovery Miles 13 620 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

In this book, cancer theranostics applications of magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles are overviewed in details. Moreover, their synthesis, characterization, multifunctionality, disease targeting, biodistribution, pharmacokinetics and toxicity have been briefly highlighted. Finally, we have mentioned the current examples of clinical trials of magnetic nanoparticles in cancer theranostics along with their future scopes and challenges.

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