Industrial chemistry and chemical engineering Books

This handbook provides the only complete collection of high-pressure thermodynamic data pertaining to polymer solutions at elevated pressures to date of all critical data for understanding the physical nature of these mixtures and applicable to a number...

"..it is increasingly clear that cancer is also a disease of inertia. In this book, a broadly multidisciplinary group presents the evidence and provides the recommendations. ... The antidote to diseases of inertia is movement - let's move!" John Potter,...

Health professionals are recognizing the major role that nutraceuticals play in health enhancement. As a result, there is a dramatic increase in research aimed at identifying new functional foods and nutraceuticals. There is not, however, a single source...

While certain saturated and trans fats continue to face scrutiny as health hazards, new evidence indicates that, in addition to supplying foods with flavor and texture, fats also provide us with dietary components that are absolutely critical to our...

Drawing from the third edition of the bestselling Powder Technology Handbook, this book concentrates on handling methods and unit operations for powder and particle processing techniques. Itexamines the purpose and factors involved in each...

Modified atmosphere (MA) and controlled atmosphere (CA) technologies have great potential in a wide range of applications. The increasingly global nature of food production and the increased emphasis on reducing chemical preservatives and pesticides have...

Assembling the work of an international panel of researchers, Mass Spectrometry of Nucleosides and Nucleic Acids summarizes and reviews the latest developments in the field and provides a window on the next generation of analysis. Beginning with an...

Since the third edition of this reference was completed, there have been major changes in the global chemical industry. With less emphasis on new processes for making basic chemicals and more emphasis on pollution prevention and waste disposal,...

First published in 1996, liposomes have become an important model in fundamental biomembrane research, including biophysical, biochemical, and cell biological studies of membranes and cell function. They are thoroughly studied in several applications,...

Analyzing the Danish island of Samsø, this book explains sustainability through a biogeophysical lens of how to best use Earth's limited resources to achieve true sustainability. The methods used derive from the thermodynamic functions of exergy. The...

First published in 1995, Surface Analysis of Paper examines surface analysis techniques from a paper industry perspective and places heavy emphasis on applications. Modern techniques, including ion mass spectrometry, infrared spectroscopy, and optical...

The third edition of Bubbles, Drops, and Particles in Non-Newtonian Fluids provides comprehensive coverage of the scientific foundations and the latest advances in particle motion in non-Newtonian media.Thoroughly updating and expanding its best-selling...

Developed from the Global Foundation's International Conference on Environment and Nuclear Energy, held in October 1997, this volume examines the impact of nuclear energy on regional and global environmental issues under a...

Proceedings of the I&EC Division of the ACS Symposium held in Birmingham, Alabama, September 17-20, 1996

W ALL ARE SURROUNDED by plastic materials and cannot imagine modem life and utilities without the synthetic polymers. And yet, how many of us can distinguish between polyethylene and PVC? After all, most people name any polymer...

This particular book shall serve as comprehensive tutelage covering everything from the cradle to the grave regarding patents and patenting, emphasising Indian patent filing procedures and document handling. The book shall make a person competent enough...

Polyphenols are considered healthy because they are supposed to protect people from civilization diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer, or diabetes. This may be due to the inhibition of inflammation or their antioxidant effects. However, there...

Water use at a plant can increase for many reasons. Plant expansions and unit conversions can impact utility systems by boosting flows and contaminant loading. In addition, new and modified units may contribute additional storm water runoff. Tighter ...

During the last decades, supercritical fluid extraction has received especial attention mainly due to its direct application in food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Regarding to environmental and processing regulations, supercritical fluids are...

Nuclear test Environment. Marshall Islands: Bikini Atoll, Enewetak Atoll, Rongelap Atoll, Utrōk Atoll. The United States Department of Energy has recently implemented a series of strategic initiatives to address long-term radiological surveillance needs...

Polymers selected for this edition of the Handbook of Polymers include all major polymeric materials used by the plastics and other branches of the chemical industry as well as specialty polymers used in the electronics, pharmaceutical, medical, and...

This book is dedicated to the subject of HACCP. The Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point system is a preventative system for assuring the safe production of food products. It is based on a common sense application of technical and scientific principles...

"How do you market a successful brand in today's constantly changing healthcare industry? Markus Saba and Hilary Gentile have spent decades confronting that challenge. In Brand Plan Rx, they show us how to use a simple and powerful framework of...

Food irradiation is increasingly used worldwide as a proven and effective method of food preservation, as well as for improvement of food safety and quality. The International Conference on Ensuring the Safety and Quality of Food through Radiation...

The result of years of experience by experts in extrusion technology, Extruders in Food Applications brings together practical experience and in-depth knowledge of extrusion cooking technology. The book summarizes basic considerations for the application...

In countries like India the dung is collected and used as biogas which is used to generate electricity and heat. The gas is a rich source of methane and is used in rural areas of India to provide a renewable, stable and environment friendly source of...

The organic compounds of silicon, which have been the subject of many scholarly researches during the past 80 years, at last show promise of emerging from the laboratory and finding a place in industry. An understanding of the behaviour of organosilicon...

Generally, sources for power generation are broken down into two categories: thermal and non-thermal. This book examines non-thermal sources of power generation and emphasizes recent advances in distributed power generation systems.

This book describes the application of machine learning modelling approaches in atomic layer deposition and presents detailed information on modelling, optimization, and prediction of the behaviour and characteristics of ALD for improved process quality...

The ten chapters of this textbook, written in a simple but scientific language, encompass all the non-thermal treatments in-depth, from basic concepts to technological advances. The book provides complete study material in a single source including such...

An industry expert details the differences in solvent treating processes and the types of feedstock used for each. This practical and accessible guide is written for managers, professionals and technicians as well as graduate students transitioning into...

In the last ten years there has been an exponential increase in the adoption of high-density farming, which leads to better yield and higher-quality fruits, thus improving the economic return. Handbook of Plum Fruit: Production, Postharvest Science, and...

This collection of reports and papers offers a detailed look into the regulation and production of alcoholic beverages in the UK. While it may appeal to historians and those in the food and beverage industry, it can be a dry read.This work has been...

Piesse's comprehensive guide to brewing chemistry is an essential resource for anyone involved in the beer industry. From the basics of fermentation to the intricacies of hop chemistry, this book covers all the key topics in detail. With clear...

Learn about the fascinating process of electro-deposition with this informative book by Alexander Watt. This classic text covers everything from basic electro-chemistry to the practical applications of electroplating. An essential read for anyone...

Explore the groundbreaking work of the Carlsberg Laboratory with this collection of papers, reports, and articles. Covering a wide range of topics, from brewing science to biotechnology, this volume is a valuable resource for researchers and scholars in...

Découvrez tous les éléments de la pyrotechnie en 5 parties avec ce livre captivant de Claude F. Ruggieri. Des explications détaillées et des illustrations à couper le souffle vous attendent.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

In this groundbreaking scientific publication, Charles Francis Doane investigates the impact of lactic acid on cheddar cheese. Doane's findings have had a significant impact on the cheese industry and remain a key reference for cheese manufacturers over...

Efficiency of Heat Transmission in a Vacuum Evaporator is a technical guide to the design and operation of vacuum evaporators. Written by Toly Agazim, an expert in the field, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and best...

Louis Edgar Andés gilt als einer der führenden Experten auf dem Gebiet der Fett-, Öl-, Seifen- und Schmiermittelherstellung. In diesem Buch teilt er seine langjährigen Erfahrungen und das umfassende Fachwissen mit seinen Lesern und bietet ihnen...

Discover the science behind the production of malleable iron in this groundbreaking study. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various variables involved in the process, offering a unique perspective on one of the world's most important...

This book is a comprehensive guide to cotton spinning, management, and carding, aimed at American cotton spinners and managers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we...

Dieses Buch, geschrieben von einem bedeutenden französischen Chemiker des 19. Jahrhunderts, behandelt die Farbstoffe und ihre wissenschaftliche Erforschung. Es ist ein Klassiker der Farbstoffchemie und ein wichtiges Nachschlagewerk für Historiker und...