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Industrial Development, Technology Transfer, and Global Competition - A history of the Japanese watch industry since 1850... Industrial Development, Technology Transfer, and Global Competition - A history of the Japanese watch industry since 1850 (Hardcover)
Pierre-Yves Donze
R4,933 Discovery Miles 49 330 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The phenomena of Japan emerging as one of the most competitive industrial nations in the twentieth century and the general shift of competitiveness to East Asia since the 1980s have been widely studied by many scholars from different fields of the social sciences. Drawing on sources from Japanese, Swiss, and American archives, the historical analysis of this book tackles a wide range of actors and sheds light on the various processes that enabled Japanese watch companies to transfer technology and expand commercially starting in the second half of the nineteenth century. By exploring the case of the watch industry, this book serves to establish a better understanding of the origins of the competitiveness of Japanese manufacturing and its evolution until its decline in the post-bubble economy (in the 1990s and 2000s).

All in Good Time - Reflections of a Watchmaker (Hardcover, Revised edition): George Daniels All in Good Time - Reflections of a Watchmaker (Hardcover, Revised edition)
George Daniels
R905 Discovery Miles 9 050 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

All in Good Time is the remarkable story of George Daniels (1926-2011), the master craftsman, who was born into poverty but raised himself to become the greatest watchmaker of the twentieth century. Daniels stands alone in modern times as the inventor of the revolutionary co-axial escapement, the first substantial advance in portable mechanical timekeeping over the lever escapement, which has dominated ever since its invention in 1759. Daniels's love of mechanics embraced not only the minute, however - he was also a passionate collector and driver of historic motorcars. This revised and expanded edition of his autobiography also contains a new section that illustrates and discusses over thirty of the pocket and wrist-watches Daniels himself made over the years. Witness here the triumph of intelligence, ingenuity, matchless skill and singularity of purpose over the most unpromising of beginnings.

Thermoelectric Power in Nanostructured Materials - Strong Magnetic Fields (Hardcover, 2010 ed.): Kamakhya Prasad Ghatak,... Thermoelectric Power in Nanostructured Materials - Strong Magnetic Fields (Hardcover, 2010 ed.)
Kamakhya Prasad Ghatak, Sitangshu Bhattacharya
R4,431 Discovery Miles 44 310 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The merging of the concept of introduction of asymmetry of the wave vector space of the charge carriers in semiconductors with the modern techniques of fabric- ing nanostructured materials such as MBE, MOCVD, and FLL in one, two, and three dimensions (such as ultrathin ?lms, nipi structures, inversion and accumu- tion layers, quantum well superlattices, carbon nanotubes, quantum wires, quantum wire superlattices, quantumdots, magnetoinversionand accumulationlayers, qu- tum dot superlattices, etc. ) spawns not only useful quantum effect devices but also unearth new concepts in the realm of nanostructured materials science and related disciplines. It is worth remaking that these semiconductor nanostructures occupy a paramount position in the entire arena of low-dimensional science and technology by their own right and ?nd extensive applications in quantum registers, resonant tunneling diodes and transistors, quantum switches, quantum sensors, quantum logic gates, heterojunction ?eld-effect, quantum well and quantum wire trans- tors, high-speed digital networks, high-frequency microwave circuits, quantum cascade lasers, high-resolution terahertz spectroscopy, superlattice photo-oscillator, advanced integrated circuits, superlattice photocathodes, thermoelectric devices, superlattice coolers, thin ? lm transistors, intermediate-band solar cells, micro- tical systems, high-performanceinfrared imaging systems, bandpass ?lters, thermal sensors, optical modulators, optical switching systems, single electron/molecule electronics, nanotube based diodes, and other nanoelectronic devices.

Analog Electronics for Radiation Detection (Hardcover): Renato  Turchetta Analog Electronics for Radiation Detection (Hardcover)
Renato Turchetta
R5,842 Discovery Miles 58 420 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Analog Electronics for Radiation Detection showcases the latest advances in readout electronics for particle, or radiation, detectors. Featuring chapters written by international experts in their respective fields, this authoritative text: Defines the main design parameters of front-end circuitry developed in microelectronics technologies Explains the basis for the use of complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) image sensors for the detection of charged particles and other non-consumer applications Delivers an in-depth review of analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), evaluating the pros and cons of ADCs integrated at the pixel, column, and per-chip levels Describes incremental sigma-delta ADCs, time-to-digital converter (TDC) architectures, and digital pulse-processing techniques complementary to analog processing Examines the fundamental parameters and front-end types associated with silicon photomultipliers used for single visible-light photon detection Discusses pixel sensors with per-pixel TDCs, channel density challenges, and emerging 3D technologies interconnecting detectors and electronics Thus, Analog Electronics for Radiation Detection provides a single source for state-of-the-art information on analog electronics for the readout of radiation detectors.

Innovations in Mechatronics Engineering II (Paperback, 1st ed. 2022): Jose Machado, Filomena Soares, Justyna Trojanowska, Sahin... Innovations in Mechatronics Engineering II (Paperback, 1st ed. 2022)
Jose Machado, Filomena Soares, Justyna Trojanowska, Sahin Yildirim, Jiri Vojtesek, …
R5,136 Discovery Miles 51 360 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book covers a variety of topics in the field of mechatronics engineering, with a special focus on innovative control systems and automation concepts for a wide range of applications. Based on a set of papers presented at the 2nd International Conference "Innovation in Engineering", ICIE, held in Minho, Portugal, on June 28-30, 2022, the chapters report on cutting-edge control algorithms for mobile robots, automatic monitoring systems and intelligent predictive maintenance techniques. They cover advanced scheduling, risk-assessment and decision-making strategies, and their applications in industrial production, training and education, and service organizations. This volume, which belongs to a three-volume set, provides engineering researchers and professionals with a timely overview and extensive information on trends and technologies behind the future developments of mechatronics systems in the era of Industry 4.0.

Handbook of Optical Metrology - Principles and Applications, Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Toru Yoshizawa Handbook of Optical Metrology - Principles and Applications, Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Toru Yoshizawa
R7,729 Discovery Miles 77 290 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Handbook of Optical Metrology: Principles and Applications begins by discussing key principles and techniques before exploring practical applications of optical metrology. Designed to provide beginners with an introduction to optical metrology without sacrificing academic rigor, this comprehensive text: Covers fundamentals of light sources, lenses, prisms, and mirrors, as well as optoelectronic sensors, optical devices, and optomechanical elements Addresses interferometry, holography, and speckle methods and applications Explains Moire metrology and the optical heterodyne measurement method Delves into the specifics of diffraction, scattering, polarization, and near-field optics Considers applications for measuring length and size, displacement, straightness and parallelism, flatness, and three-dimensional shapes This new Second Edition is fully revised to reflect the latest developments. It also includes four new chapters-nearly 100 pages-on optical coherence tomography for industrial applications, interference microscopy for surface structure analysis, noncontact dimensional and profile metrology by video measurement, and optical metrology in manufacturing technology.

Antique Typewriters - From Creed to Qwerty (Hardcover): Michael H. Adler Antique Typewriters - From Creed to Qwerty (Hardcover)
Michael H. Adler
R1,230 R983 Discovery Miles 9 830 Save R247 (20%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Typewriter collectors everywhere have praised this stimulating study. New insights into the origins of the typewriter and its history are illustrated with 279 wonderful photos. The book also includes comprehensive directories of typewriter inventions, makes, and models, and a guide to values with advice on buying and collecting.

The Mechanics of Mechanical Watches and Clocks (Hardcover, 2013 ed.): Ruxu Du, Longhan Xie The Mechanics of Mechanical Watches and Clocks (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
Ruxu Du, Longhan Xie
R4,519 Discovery Miles 45 190 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

"The Mechanics of Mechanical Watches and Clocks" presents historical views and mathematical models of mechanical watches and clocks. Although now over six hundred years old, mechanical watches and clocks are still popular luxury items that fascinate many people around the world. However few have examined the theory of how they work as presented in this book. The illustrations and computer animations are unique and have never been published before.
It will be of significant interest to researchers in mechanical engineering, watchmakers and clockmakers, as well as people who have an engineering background and are interested in mechanical watches and clocks. It will also inspire people in other fields of science and technology, such as mechanical engineering and electronics engineering, to advance their designs.
Professor Ruxu Du works at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, China. Assistant Professor Longhan Xie works at the South China University of Technology, China.

Nanostructured Materials (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020): T. Daniel Thangadurai, N. Manjubaashini, Sabu Thomas, Hanna J. Maria Nanostructured Materials (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
T. Daniel Thangadurai, N. Manjubaashini, Sabu Thomas, Hanna J. Maria
R2,884 Discovery Miles 28 840 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book discusses the early stages of the development of nanostructures, including synthesis techniques, growth mechanisms, the physics and chemistry of nanostructured materials, various innovative characterization techniques, the need for functionalization and different functionalization methods as well as the various properties of nanostructured materials. It focuses on the applications of nanostructured materials, such as mechanical applications, nanoelectronics and microelectronic devices, nano-optics, nanophotonics and nano-optoelectronics, as well as piezoelectric, agriculture, biomedical and, environmental remediation applications, and anti-microbial and antibacterial properties. Further, it includes a chapter on nanomaterial research developments, highlighting work on the life-cycle analysis of nanostructured materials and toxicity aspects.

Metal Oxide Nanostructures as Gas Sensing Devices (Hardcover, New): G Eranna Metal Oxide Nanostructures as Gas Sensing Devices (Hardcover, New)
G Eranna
R5,532 Discovery Miles 55 320 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Metal Oxide Nanostructures as Gas Sensing Devices explores the development of an integrated micro gas sensor that is based on advanced metal oxide nanostructures and is compatible with modern semiconductor fabrication technology. This sensor can then be used to create a compact, low-power, handheld device for analyzing air ambience. The book first covers current gas sensing tools and discusses the necessity for miniaturized sensors. It then focuses on the materials, devices, and techniques used for gas sensing applications, such as resistance and capacitance variations. The author addresses the issues of sensitivity, concentration, and temperature dependency as well as the response and recovery times crucial for sensors. He also presents techniques for synthesizing different metal oxides, particularly those with nanodimensional structures. The text goes on to highlight the gas sensing properties of many nanostructured metal oxides, from aluminum and cerium to iron and titanium to zinc and zirconium. The final chapters deal with existing and future devices that are based on nanostructures. Miniaturized systems that analyze air ambience need sensors capable of identifying different gaseous species. Exploring state-of-the-art gas sensing devices, this book shows how nanostructured metal oxides are ideally suited for use as gas sensing elements.

Advances in Mechanism Design III - Proceedings of TMM 2020 (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2022): Jaroslav Beran, Martin Bilek, Miroslav... Advances in Mechanism Design III - Proceedings of TMM 2020 (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2022)
Jaroslav Beran, Martin Bilek, Miroslav Vaclavik, Petr Zabka
R5,152 Discovery Miles 51 520 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book presents the latest research advances relating to machines and mechanisms. Featuring papers from the XIII International Conference on the Theory of Machines and Mechanisms (TMM 2020), held in Liberec, Czech Republic, on September 7-9, 2021, it includes a selection of the most important new results and developments. The book is divided into five parts, representing a well-balanced overview, and spanning the general theory of machines and mechanisms, through analysis and synthesis of planar and spatial mechanisms, linkages and cams, robots and manipulators, dynamics of machines and mechanisms, rotor dynamics, computational mechanics, vibration and noise in machines, optimization of mechanisms and machines, mechanisms of textile machines, mechatronics and control and monitoring systems of machines. This conference is traditionally held every four years under the auspices of the international organisation IFToMM and the Czech Society for Mechanics.

High Mobility and Quantum Well Transistors - Design and TCAD Simulation (Hardcover, 2013 ed.): Geert Hellings, Kristin De Meyer High Mobility and Quantum Well Transistors - Design and TCAD Simulation (Hardcover, 2013 ed.)
Geert Hellings, Kristin De Meyer
R4,023 R3,453 Discovery Miles 34 530 Save R570 (14%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

For many decades, the semiconductor industry has miniaturized transistors, delivering increased computing power to consumers at decreased cost. However, mere transistor downsizing does no longer provide the same improvements. One interesting option to further improve transistor characteristics is to use high mobility materials such as germanium and III-V materials. However, transistors have to be redesigned in order to fully benefit from these alternative materials. High Mobility and Quantum Well Transistors: Design and TCAD Simulation investigates planar bulk Germanium pFET technology in chapters 2-4, focusing on both the fabrication of such a technology and on the process and electrical TCAD simulation. Furthermore, this book shows that Quantum Well based transistors can leverage the benefits of these alternative materials, since they confine the charge carriers to the high-mobility material using a heterostructure. The design and fabrication of one particular transistor structure - the SiGe Implant-Free Quantum Well pFET - is discussed. Electrical testing shows remarkable short-channel performance and prototypes are found to be competitive with a state-of-the-art planar strained-silicon technology. High mobility channels, providing high drive current, and heterostructure confinement, providing good short-channel control, make a promising combination for future technology nodes.

Handbook on Synthesis Strategies for Advanced Materials - Volume-I: Techniques and Fundamentals (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021): A.K.... Handbook on Synthesis Strategies for Advanced Materials - Volume-I: Techniques and Fundamentals (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
A.K. Tyagi, Raghumani S. Ningthoujam
R4,713 Discovery Miles 47 130 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents state-of-the-art coverage of synthesis of advanced functional materials. Unconventional synthetic routes play an important role in the synthesis of advanced materials as many new materials are metastable and cannot be synthesized by conventional methods. This book presents various synthesis methods such as conventional solid-state method, combustion method, a range of soft chemical methods, template synthesis, molecular precursor method, microwave synthesis, sono-chemical method and high-pressure synthesis. It provides a comprehensive overview of synthesis methods and covers a variety of materials, including ceramics, films, glass, carbon-based, and metallic materials. Many techniques for processing and surface functionalization are also discussed. Several engineering aspects of materials synthesis are also included. The contents of this book are useful for researchers and professionals working in the areas of materials and chemistry.

Advances in Spectroscopy: Molecules to Materials - Proceedings of NCASMM 2018 (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019): Dheeraj Kumar Singh,... Advances in Spectroscopy: Molecules to Materials - Proceedings of NCASMM 2018 (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2019)
Dheeraj Kumar Singh, Sourav Das, Arnulf Materny
R2,956 Discovery Miles 29 560 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents and discusses recent developments in the broad field of spectroscopy, providing the reader with an updated overview. The main objective is to introduce them to recent innovations and current trends in spectroscopy applied to molecules and materials. The book also brings together experimentalists and theoreticians to highlight the multidimensional aspects of spectroscopy and discuss the latest issues. Accordingly, it provides insights not only into the general goals of spectroscopy, but also into how the various spectroscopic techniques represent a toolbox that can be used to gain a more detailed understanding of molecular systems and complex chemical problems. Besides technical aspects, basic theoretical interpretations of spectroscopic results are also presented. The spectroscopy techniques discussed include UV-visible absorption spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, IR absorption spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy, and time-resolved spectroscopy. In turn, basic tools like lasers and theoretical modeling approaches are also presented. Lastly, applications for the characterization of fundamental properties of molecules (environmental aspects, biomolecules, pharmaceutical drugs, hazardous molecules, etc.) and materials (nanomaterials, nuclear chemistry materials, biomaterials, etc.) are discussed. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable resource for researchers from various branches of science, and presents new techniques that can be applied to their specific problems.

Nanotechnology Enabled In situ Sensors for Monitoring Health (Hardcover, 2011 Ed.): Thomas J. Webster Nanotechnology Enabled In situ Sensors for Monitoring Health (Hardcover, 2011 Ed.)
Thomas J. Webster
R2,971 Discovery Miles 29 710 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nanotechnologies are now being applied to health monitoring. Until recently, there has been little research into how to use nanotechnology and sensors in health monitoring. Nanotechnology Enabled In Situ Sensors for Monitoring Health summarizes the research efforts to design sensors based on nanotechnology that can be placed into the body to monitor health. Nanotechnology is being used at an unprecedented pace to both diagnose and treat diseases, rather than conventional approaches that diagnose and treat diseases in a different manner.

Cylindrical Vibratory Gyroscope (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021): Xuezhong Wu, Xiang Xi, Yulie Wu, Dingbang Xiao Cylindrical Vibratory Gyroscope (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
Xuezhong Wu, Xiang Xi, Yulie Wu, Dingbang Xiao
R4,570 Discovery Miles 45 700 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book introduces readers to the shell structure, operating principle, manufacturing process, and control theory for cylindrical vibratory gyroscopes. The cylindrical vibratory gyroscope is an important type of Coriolis vibratory gyroscope that holds considerable potential for development and application. The main aspects addressed include: operating principle and structure, theoretical analysis and modeling, dynamic analysis and modeling, manufacturing process, parameter testing methods, closed-loop control, and the error compensation mechanism in cylindrical vibratory gyroscopes.

Book of Fountain Pens and Pencils (Hardcover): Stuart Schneider Book of Fountain Pens and Pencils (Hardcover)
Stuart Schneider
R2,369 R1,801 Discovery Miles 18 010 Save R568 (24%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

After the tremendous reception their first book received, Stuart Schneider and George Fischler went to work on this, their second volume. To their delight, despite their comprehensive study of fountain pens and pencils, there were hundreds that had not been included in Fountain Pens and Pencils: The Golden Age of Writing Instruments. This completely new collection will fill you with delight, as well. The colors, designs, and general creativity of the pens illustrated make it easy to understand why this is one of the fastest growing areas of collecting. As the authors say, "The hobby of pen collecting has mushroomed beyond expectations. We are witness to a hobby with incredible appeal throughout the world". While the first book illustrated over 1000 pens mostly made by companies like Scheaffer, Waterman, and Parker, whose reputation for high quality was known to collectors of writing instruments, there were many small pen companies that exhibited quality workmanship and individuality. While the familiar companies are included, this book will introduce more pens and pen makers, many of which will be unfamiliar to pen collectors. A value guide is included, which offers the pen collector or trader a reference to determine comparative values of pens. We hope you enjoy this new volume, and find it a useful, valued tool in your collecting life.

Handbook of Charged Particle Optics (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Jon Orloff Handbook of Charged Particle Optics (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Jon Orloff
R5,898 Discovery Miles 58 980 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

With the growing proliferation of nanotechnologies, powerful imaging technologies are being developed to operate at the sub-nanometer scale. The newest edition of a bestseller, the Handbook of Charged Particle Optics, Second Edition provides essential background information for the design and operation of high resolution focused probe instruments. The book's unique approach covers both the theoretical and practical knowledge of high resolution probe forming instruments. The second edition features new chapters on aberration correction and applications of gas phase field ionization sources. With the inclusion of additional references to past and present work in the field, this second edition offers perfectly calibrated coverage of the field's cutting-edge technologies with added insight into how they work. Written by the leading research scientists, the second edition of the Handbook of Charged Particle Optics is a complete guide to understanding, designing, and using high resolution probe instrumentation.

Computational Intelligence Methods for Super-Resolution in Image Processing Applications (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021): Anand... Computational Intelligence Methods for Super-Resolution in Image Processing Applications (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
Anand Deshpande, Vania V. Estrela, Navid Razmjooy
R5,093 Discovery Miles 50 930 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book explores the application of deep learning techniques within a particularly difficult computational type of computer vision (CV) problem super-resolution (SR). The authors present and discuss ways to apply computational intelligence (CI) methods to SR. The volume also explores the possibility of using different kinds of CV techniques to develop and enhance the tools/processes related to SR. The application areas covered include biomedical engineering, healthcare applications, medicine, histology, and material science. The book will be a valuable reference for anyone concerned with multiple multimodal images, especially professionals working in remote sensing, nanotechnology and immunology at research institutes, healthcare facilities, biotechnology institutions, agribusiness services, veterinary facilities, and universities.

Smart Soft-Matter Nanotubes - Preparation, Functions, and Applications (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021): Toshimi Shimizu Smart Soft-Matter Nanotubes - Preparation, Functions, and Applications (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
Toshimi Shimizu
R4,104 Discovery Miles 41 040 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book addresses the manufacturing methods, characteristic tubular morphologies, diverse functions, and potent applications of organic tubular architectures prepared or self-assembled from rationally designed molecular building blocks. The hollow cylindrical structures with high-aspect ratios are capable of creating unique functions that can be differentiated from well-known self-assembled nanostructures such as organic nanofibers, nanoribbons, and nanorods. Encapsulation, stabilization, transportation, release, and their cooperative functions pave the way for innovative chemical, physical, biological, and medical applications. The book presents attractive advantages of soft-matter nanotubes, which are also different from well-known hard-matter nanostructures such as carbon nanotubes. The topics and figures in this volume intrigue not only academic researchers but also engineers and university students.

Recent Advances in Sustainable Technologies - Select Proceedings of ICAST 2020 (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021): Kanishka Jha, Piyush... Recent Advances in Sustainable Technologies - Select Proceedings of ICAST 2020 (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
Kanishka Jha, Piyush Gulati, Uma Kant Tripathi
R7,069 Discovery Miles 70 690 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Sustainable Technologies (ICAST 2020), organized by Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India. The topics covered in this book are multidisciplinary in nature. The primary topics included in the book are from the domains of automobile engineering, mechatronics, material science and engineering, aerospace engineering, bio-mechanics, biomedical instrumentation, mathematical techniques, agricultural engineering, nuclear engineering, physics, biodynamic modelling and ergonomics etc. The contents of this book will be beneficial for beginners, researchers, and professionals alike.

Proceedings of 15th International Conference on Electromechanics and Robotics "Zavalishin's Readings" - ER(ZR) 2020, Ufa,... Proceedings of 15th International Conference on Electromechanics and Robotics "Zavalishin's Readings" - ER(ZR) 2020, Ufa, Russia, 15-18 April 2020 (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
Andrey Ronzhin, Vladislav Shishlakov
R5,662 Discovery Miles 56 620 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book features selected papers presented at the 15th International Conference on Electromechanics and Robotics "Zavalishin's Readings" - ER(ZR) 2020, held in Ufa, Russia, on 15-18 April 2020. The contributions, written by professionals, researchers and students, cover topics in the field of automatic control systems, electromechanics, electric power engineering and electrical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, automation and vibration technologies. The Zavalishin's Readings conference was established as a tribute to the memory of Dmitry Aleksandrovich Zavalishin (1900-1968) - a Russian scientist, corresponding member of the USSR Academy of Sciences and founder of the school of valve energy converters based on electric machines and valve converters energy. The first conference was organized by the Institute of Innovative Technologies in Electromechanics and Robotics at the Saint Petersburg State University of Aerospace Instrumentation in 2006.

Graphene and Nanoparticles Hybrid Nanocomposites - From Preparation to Applications (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021): Abou El Kacem... Graphene and Nanoparticles Hybrid Nanocomposites - From Preparation to Applications (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
Abou El Kacem Qaiss, Rachid Bouhfid, Mohammad Jawaid
R6,332 Discovery Miles 63 320 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book covers the recent research on nanomaterials and nanotechnology based on the hybridization of graphene with other nanoparticles. With their simple synthesis, nanoscale dimensions, high aspect ratio, mechanical, electrical and thermal properties, graphene and its hybridized materials have witnessed a great interest, and the chapters in this book cover the spectrum of research from the preparation and synthesis of novel nanocomposites to their potential use in aeronautic, automative, energy and environmental applications. Written by respected researchers from both industry and academia, this book is of interest to researchers and students working on nanomaterials.

Incredible Ball Point Pen: A Comprehensive History and Price Guide (Paperback): Henry Gostony Incredible Ball Point Pen: A Comprehensive History and Price Guide (Paperback)
Henry Gostony
R900 R747 Discovery Miles 7 470 Save R153 (17%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The Incredible Ball Point Pen tells the story of the ball point pen's painful development, its cacophonous launching, the public hysteria accompanying its debut, and its outrageous and scandalous promotion. It recounts the fabulous riches which followed, the public's rapid and total disillusionment with the product, the collapse of the market, scientific breakthroughs in the 1950s, the industry's resurrection, myriad improvements occurring from 1950 to 1959, and the modern period from 1960 on. This is the most exhaustive work available on early ball point brands, manufacturers, and models. It includes over 400 photos of pens, copies of original ads, patents, documentation, and a comprehensive spotter and price guide. All who appreciate the ball point pen as a collectible and investment and who wish to further their knowledge about this fascinating topic will certainly want this book.

Spintronics - Fundamentals and Applications (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021): Puja Dey, Jitendra Nath Roy Spintronics - Fundamentals and Applications (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
Puja Dey, Jitendra Nath Roy
R3,120 Discovery Miles 31 200 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book highlights the overview of Spintronics, including What is Spintronics ?; Why Do We Need Spintronics ?; Comparative merit-demerit of Spintronics and Electronics ; Research Efforts put on Spintronics ; Quantum Mechanics of Spin; Dynamics of magnetic moments : Landau-Lifshitz-Gilbert Equation; Spin-Dependent Band Gap in Ferromagnetic Materials; Functionality of 'Spin' in Spintronics; Different Branches of Spintronics etc. Some important notions on basic elements of Spintronics are discussed here, such as - Spin Polarization, Spin Filter Effect, Spin Generation and Injection, Spin Accumulation, Different kinds of Spin Relaxation Phenomena, Spin Valve, Spin Extraction, Spin Hall Effect, Spin Seebeck Effect, Spin Current Measurement Mechanism, Magnetoresistance and its different kinds etc. Concept of Giant Magnetoresistance (GMR), different types of GMR, qualitative and quantitative explanation of GMR employing Resistor Network Theory are presented here. Tunnelling Magnetoresistance (TMR), Magnetic Junctions, Effect of various parameters on TMR, Measurement of spin relaxation length and time in the spacer layer are covered here. This book highlights the concept of Spin Transfer Torque (STT), STT in Ferromagnetic Layer Structures, STT driven Magnetization Dynamics, STT in Magnetic Multilayer Nanopillar etc. This book also sheds light on Magnetic Domain Wall (MDW) Motion, Ratchet Effect in MDW motion, MDW motion velocity measurements, Current-driven MDW motion, etc. The book deals with the emerging field of spintronics, i.e., Opto-spintronics. Special emphasis is given on ultrafast optical controlling of magnetic states of antiferromagnet, Spin-photon interaction, Faraday Effect, Inverse Faraday Effect and outline of different all-optical spintronic switching. One more promising branch i.e., Terahertz Spintronics is also covered. Principle of operation of spintronic terahertz emitter, choice of materials, terahertz writing of an antiferromagnetic magnetic memory device is discussed. Brief introduction of Semiconductor spintronics is presented that includes dilute magnetic semiconductor, feromagnetic semiconductor, spin polarized semiconductor devices, three terminal spintronic devices, Spin transistor, Spin-LED, and Spin-Laser. This book also emphasizes on several modern spintronics devices that includes GMR Read Head of Modern Hard Disk Drive, MRAM, Position Sensor, Biosensor, Magnetic Field sensor, Three Terminal Magnetic Memory Devices, Spin FET, Race Track Memory and Quantum Computing.

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