|
|
Books > Professional & Technical > Technology: general issues
Bone Remodeling Process: Mechanics, Biology, and Numerical Modeling
provides a literature review. The first part of the book discusses
bones in a normal physiological condition, bringing together the
involved actors and factors reported over the past two decades, and
the second discusses pathological conditions, highlighting the
attack vectors of each bone disease. The third part is devoted to
the mathematical descriptions of bone remodeling, formulated to
develop models able to provide information that is not amenable to
direct measurement, while the last part focuses on models using the
finite element method in investigating bone biomechanics. This book
creates an overall image of the complex communication network
established between the diverse remodeling actors, based on
overwhelming control evidence revealed over recent years, as well
as visualizes the remodeling defects and possible treatments in
each case. It also regroups the models allowing readers to analyze
and assess bone mechanical and biological properties. This book
details the cellular mechanisms allowing the bone to adapt its
microarchitecture to the requirements of the human body, which is
the main issue in bone biology and presents the evolution of
mathematical modeling used in a bone computer simulation.
Bioimpedance and Spectroscopy is a comprehensive gateway into the
applications of bioimpedance and relevant aspects of its
instrumentation, which presents cutting-edge knowledge in an
accessible and simplified way. Written by experts from across the
field, this book offers a rare focus on applied engineering and
instrumentation, covering both theory and practical applications.
This text will guide you towards successful experiments and leads
to practical examination of the properties of different biological
structures, whether single cells, tissues or whole organ systems,
by: Revealing how the underlying processes of the bioimpedance
spectroscopy enhance classic understanding of the impedance
measurement Introducing new instrumentation methods and
applications Warning against some common pitfalls and caveats
Explaining historical perspectives, solutions to engineering
problems and real-world case studies of how this technology has
been successfully applied Clear and practical, this book lays out
essential requirements, typical challenges, and common compromises
for both students and engineers in the field. Students of data
acquisition and impedance measurement, graduate students in
biomedical engineering, and engineers of practical measurement
solutions will also find this book useful.
Principles and Technologies for Electromagnetic Energy Based
Therapies covers the theoretical foundations of
electromagnetic-energy based therapies, principles for design of
practical devices and systems, techniques for in vitro and in vivo
testing of devices, and clinical application examples of
contemporary therapies employing non-ionizing electromagnetic
energy. The book provides in-depth coverage of: pulsed electric
fields, radiofrequency heating systems, tumor treating fields, and
microwave heating technology. Devices and systems for electrical
stimulation of neural and cardiac issue are covered as well.
Lastly, the book describes and discusses issues that are relevant
to engineers who develop and translate these technologies to
clinical applications. Readers can access information on
incorporation of preclinical testing, clinical studies and IP
protection in this book, along with in-depth technical background
for engineers on electromagnetic phenomena within the human body
and selected therapies. It covers both engineering and
biological/medical materials and gives a full perspective on
electromagnetics therapies. Unique features include content on
tumor treating fields and the development and translation of
biomedical devices.
Established in 1871 on the outskirts of London, the Royal Indian
Engineering College at Coopers Hill was arguably the first
engineering school in Britain. For thirty-five years the college
helped staff the government institutions of British India
responsible for the railways, irrigation systems, telegraph
network, and forests. Founded to meet the high demand for engineers
in that country, it was closed thirty-five years later because its
educational innovations had been surpassed by Britain's
universities - on both occasions against the wishes of the
Government of India. Imperial Engineers offers a complete history
of the Royal Indian Engineering College. Drawing on the diaries of
graduates working in India, the college magazine, student and
alumni periodicals, and other archival documents, Richard Hornsey
details why the college was established and how the students'
education prepared them for their work. Illustrating the impact of
the college and its graduates in India and beyond, Imperial
Engineers illuminates the personal and professional experiences of
British men in India as well as the transformation of engineering
education at a time of social and technological change.
Simulation and game-based learning are essential applications in a
learning environment as they provide learners an opportunity to
apply the course material in real-life scenarios. Introducing
real-life learning allows the learner to make critical decisions at
different points within the simulation providing constructive
education that leads to a cognitive understanding of the material.
The use of simulations provides the learner with the ability to
cognitively store and recall learning in real-life experiences.
Therefore, it is crucial to not only provide course material but to
have students apply what they have learned in simulations that
replicate real-life scenarios. These learned skills are essential
for students to be marketable and thrive in a career field where
decision making, problem solving, and critical thinking are job
requirements. Simulation and Game-Based Learning in Emergency and
Disaster Management is a cutting-edge research book that examines
the best practices and holistic development when it comes to
simulation learning within emergency and disaster management as
well as global security. Drawing upon the neuroscience of learning,
classroom instruction can be enhanced to incorporate
active-experiential learning activities that positively impact a
learner with long-term information retention. Each simulation
project is carried out in different environments, with different
goals in mind, and developed under various constraints. For these
reasons, this book will provide insight into the simulation
planning and development process, provide examples of online
simulations and game-based learning activities, and provide insight
on simulation development and implementation that can be used
across disciplines in educational and training settings. As such,
it is ideal for academicians, instructional designers, curriculum
designers, education professionals, researchers, and students.
|
|