Mechanical engineering and materials Books

This book presents the theory and practice of Process Mining Techniques with a detailed focus on Pattern Recognition of diverse themes: Society, Science, Medical, Engineering, and business. The book discusses several perspectives of process mining...

This book provides in-depth coverage of metrology principles for students, practicing engineers, technologists, and researchers. This book aims to give both the technician and the academic researcher in the field a thorough understanding of both the...

This book gathers the proceedings of the 19th International Conference on Civil Engineering and Buildings Services (CIBv), held in Brașov, Romania, on November 7–8, 2024. It covers highly diverse topics such as structural analysis and optimization,...

This book gathers the latest advances, innovations, and applications in the field of engineering optimization, presented at the 2nd Engineering and Applied Sciences Optimization (OPT-ii) and held in Amman, Jordan, on October 1–4, 2024, jointly with...

Nature has developed a diverse of materials, structures, and processes that are highly optimized for various functions. Through the field of biomimicry and bioinspiration, engineers are enhancing their understanding of natural design principles and...

Thermal Spray Coatings for High-Temperature Conditions provides an in-depth analysis of thermal spray coatings covering a wide range of types and applications in aerospace, automotive, and heavy-duty equipment maintenance. It considers the various...

The book starts with a novel unified approach to homogenization, and develops a general theory of microstructure-independent (exact) relations for composite materials that applies to most physical properties of interest, such as conductivity, elasticity,...

In a world grappling with the increasing frequency and intensity of seismic events, ensuring the safety and resilience of our built environment is more critical than ever. "Seismic Structures' Seismic Resilience: Seismic Retrofitting For Enhanced...

Fuel Economy in Sugar Factories explores methods and technologies for enhancing energy efficiency within the sugar production industry. Authored by Samuel Leo Jodidi, this work provides insights into optimizing fuel usage and reducing waste in sugar...

"Tables of Refractive Indices, Volume II: Oils, Fats and Waxes" presents a compilation of refractive index data for various oils, fats, and waxes. This volume serves as a valuable reference for scientists, engineers, and researchers working in fields...

"Magnetic and Other Properties of Electrolytic Iron Melted in Vacuo" explores the effects of vacuum melting on the magnetic characteristics of electrolytic iron. This study by Trygve D. Yensen (1884-1950) provides detailed insights into how altering the...

This collection comprises Volumes 111-120 of the renowned 'Machinery's Reference Series,' originally published in 1913. A comprehensive resource for mechanical and industrial engineers, machinists, and students, this series offers detailed insights into...

Traité Général De L'emploi De L'électricité Dans L'industrie Minière, by N Lapostolest, offers a comprehensive exploration of the application of electricity within the mining industry. Published in 1904, this...

Das Gasglühlicht: Seine Geschichte, Herstellung und Anwendung, published in 1905, is a comprehensive handbook for the lighting industry focusing on the history, production, and application of gas incandescent lighting. Authored by C Richard Böhm, the...

"A Practical Treatise On the Strength of Materials, Including Their Elasticity and Resistance to Impact" by Thomas Box, originally published in 1902, offers a comprehensive exploration of material strength, a cornerstone of engineering. This treatise...

Cours De Mécanique Appliquée Aux Constructions, written by Édouard Collignon, delves into the principles of applied mechanics as they relate to the construction of various structures. This comprehensive course, originally published...

The research work in this thesis involves an experimental and theore­tical investigation for difficult-to-machine materials. An experimental program was carried out to determine the cutting forces, chip formation, the secondary deformation zone thickness...

The use of green engineering materials represents a promising approach in sustainable development. This book explores various renewable materials and their properties, applications, and technological advancements driving their use in modern engineering...

Metal Surface Engineering offers updated and advanced information on tribology for ferrous and non-ferrous materials and discusses the practical application and performance of surface engineering

In today's digital age, companies need to adopt cutting-edge artificial intelligence solutions to effectively detect and counter potential threats. This handbook brings together a team of experts to discuss insights on proactive strategies, threat...

Optoelectronics and Spintronics in Smart Thin Films presents a comprehensive overview of this emerging area and details the current and near future integration of smart thin films in solar cells, sensors, and memory storage.

Substantially revised and updated, Computer Methods for Engineering with MATLAB® Applications, Second Edition presents equations to describe engineering processes and systems. It includes computer methods for solving these equations and discusses the...

Traditionally, industrial hygienists and environmental engineers have been responsible for conducting chemical exposure assessments, however, this task is now becoming a team effort taken on by scientists, businessmen, and policymakers

The development and application of assistive technology can help those with reduced abilities improve their quality of life and reduce their dependence on others. Written in layman's terms, Devices for Mobility and Manipulation for People with Reduced...

The occurrence of failures and mistakes in health care, from primary care procedures to the complexities of the operating room, has become a hot-button issue with the general public and within the medical community. Around the Patient Bed: Human Factors...

Since the 1950s shock compression research contributed greatly to scientific knowledge and industrial technology. As a result, for example, our understanding of meteorite impacts has substantially improved, and shock processes...

The rise and rationalization of the industrial phosphates industry have gone hand in hand with the development and maturation of technologies to purify phosphoric acid. In the 1960s and 70s, driven by the exponential sales growth of the detergent-builder...

Wood has played a major role throughout human history. Strong and versatile, the earliest humans used wood to make shelters, cook food, construct tools, build boats, and make weapons. Recently, scientists, politicians, and economists have renewed their...

The maritime car carrier industry has been entirely neglected by social scientists. This book examines globalization changes in cost structure and dynamics; in ownership, freight, labour and other markets; in technological innovation and ship design; and...

Planning, measuring, and paying attention to details form the basis for all successful engineering operations. Measurements pervade everything we do and must be viewed from a systems perspective. A comprehensive all-encompassing guide to measurements,...

A unique and in-depth presentation of the finite element method (FEM) and the boundary element method (BEM) in structural acoustics and vibrations, this book illustrates the principles using a logical and progressive methodology, which leads to a...

This is the first book of its kind that describes the use of ANSYS® finite element analysis (FEA) software, and MATLAB® engineering programming software to solve acoustic problems. It covers simple text book problems, such as determining the natural...

This book will illustrate to both regional and international professionals the many domains in which HF/E opportunities can be applied within the region. The book will also be used to introduce the HF/E science and overall discipline to the region. It...

The text contains chapters addressing both the theoretical and the practical aspects of the Human-Computer Interaction discipline in usability and inclusion. It will serve as an ideal text for students, professionals, and researchers in the fields of...

Waste to Profit: Environmental Concerns and Sustainable Development gives information about selecting the most suitable technology for waste treatment and energy recovery under different conditions. It contains techno-economic analysis, life cycle...

This book focuses on equivalent circuit modeling, parameter identification, and state estimation in Li-ion battery power applications.

The Science of Electric Vehicles: Concepts and Applications presents the basic electrical principles, physics, chemistry, use of rare earth elements (REEs), batteries, charging, and operation of motor controllers of EVs. In addition to the general...

This book gives an overview of Fenton process principles, explains the main factors influencing this technology, includes applications, kinetic and thermodynamic calculations, presents a strong overview on the heterogeneous catalytic approach, and shows...