Composites engineering: an a–z guide

Composites Engineering: An A–Z Guide provides a quick and accessible reference to composites terminologies. Comprehensive without being overly detailed, it fills a gap for an accessible reference text of composites engineering terms and concepts. It is ideal for composites scientists and engineer...

Simplified classical mechanics, volume 1 (second edition)

Simplified Classical Mechanics, Second Edition, Volume I: Foundations of Motion, explores the kinematics and dynamics of motion, with emphasis on Newton’s laws of motion.

Advanced secure optical image processing for communications

New image-processing tools and data-processing network systems have considerably increased the volume of transmitted information such as 2D and 3D images with high resolution. This book explores alternatives and research that is converging towards optical/numerical hybrid solutions for high-volum...

Cryogenics

This book is particularly designed to aid those practitioners coming newly into Cryogenics, giving them a context and signposts for where to go for further information. It spans a broad range of applications and undoubtedly will contain new information useful to those already involved with Cryoge...

Ferroelectrics

This reference text reviews the most significant aspects in the evolution of the field of ferroelectrics over the past decade by integrating both fundamental and experimental aspects. The book aims to supplement gaps in existing books on ferroelectrics and inspire new developments in the field.

A modern course in quantum field theory, volume 1

A Modern Course in Quantum Field Theory provides a self-contained pedagogical and constructive presentation of quantum field theory. Written for advanced students, the work provides complete material for a two or three semester course and includes numerous problem exercises, some with detailed so...

Dust in the galactic environment (third edition)

Dust in the Galactic Environment, Third Edition provides a thorough overview of the subject, covering general concepts, methods of investigation, important results and their significance. It includes introductory material for new entrants to the field alongside detailed discussion for more advanc...

Numerical modelling of bulk superconductor magnetisation

This book provides readers with numerical analysis techniques to model the magnetisation of bulk superconductors based on the finite element method. How to model bulk superconducting materials and their various magnetisation processes are presented along with an in-depth summary of the current st...

Physics of shock and impact: volume 1

Physics of Shock and Impact is a two volume set of work that looks at the shock physics of solids and covers physical, material, mechanical and thermodynamic fundamentals. Volume 1, Fundamentals and dynamic failure, provides an introduction to the fundamentals of shockwave physics and progresses ...

Time-domain studies of the andromeda galaxy

The advent of charge-coupled devices and the subsequent implementation of ultrawide cameras for large imaging surveys has opened a new window for time-domain astronomy. In this book, our closest neighboring spiral galaxy – the Andromeda galaxy (M31) – is used as an example to walk readers through...

Light scattering and absorption by particles

This book provides a thorough overview of how particles of any size or shape scatter light and introduces the Q-space analysis of light scattering for researchers in physics and related applied sciences.

Nonlinear ultrasonic guided waves

The book sets the stage for nonlinear guided waves by introducing nonlinear wave propagation in 1D and expanding the mathematical treatment to guided waves. It considers self-interaction for harmonic generation and mutual interactions for wave mixing. It demonstrates the characteristics of nonlin...

Modeling and simulating cardiac electrical activity

This book provides a thorough introduction to the topic of mathematical modeling of electrical activity in the heart, from molecular details of ionic channel dynamics to clinically derived patient-specific models.

Deep learning technologies for social impact

This book highlights the importance of specific frameworks such as IoT-enabled frameworks or serverless cloud frameworks that are applying DL techniques for solving persistent, complex and pressing societal problems. Enhanced through case studies, including those implemented using tensorflow2 and...

Photo acoustic and optical coherence tomography imaging, volume 3

Ultra-Brief CopyThis book covers the state-of-the-art techniques of optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) imaging, helping to advance scientific research for the diagnosis of retinal diseases.

Nanoplatforms for cancer imaging

Nanoplatforms for Cancer Imaging explores the integration of nanotechnology with biomedical imaging to enhance cancer diagnosis and treatment. By covering fundamental principles, emerging technologies, and clinical applications, this book provides a comprehensive resource for researchers, clinici...

Microbial surfactants

Microbial surfactants are a group of versatile amphiphilic molecules produced by microbes through green enzymatic reactions. There is a broad range of applications for these green and sustainable Microbial Surfactants which has aided their importance in current scenarios and future prospects.

Emerging trends in artificial intelligence

This book is specifically tailored for researchers in AI who are eager to delve into the latest developments and explore the integration of theoretical concepts with practical applications. Embark on a transformative journey through the latest advancements in AI and gain a comprehensive understan...

Exofrontiers

This book is a compendium of key scientific questions, challenges, and opportunities across different areas of exoplanetary science. It provides a starting point for researchers, experts and non-experts alike, to obtain a quick overview of the forefront of exoplanetary science and a vision for th...

Quantum statistical mechanics in classical phase space

Quantum and classical physics are presented as distinct and unrelated. Transformation to classical phase space gives researchers access to algorithms derived from classical statistical mechanics that promise results on much more favourable terms. This book offers a framework for understanding th...

Mastering computer vision with pytorch and machine learning

This book is a valuable resource for professionals, researchers, and students who want to expand their knowledge of advanced computer vision techniques using PyTorch.

Biomechanical modeling of the cardiovascular system

Biomechanical Modeling of the Cardiovascular System brings together the challenges and experiences of academic scientists, leading engineers, industry researchers and students to enable them to analyse results of all aspects of biomechanics and biomedical engineering. It also provides a springboa...

Backscattering sources, volume 2

The top-performing X-ray and gamma ray sources are synchrotrons and Free Electron Lasers, which require large investment. Consequently, more affordable and accessible platforms are required for research and applications based on X-rays and gamma rays. CBS is a subset of Thomson and Compton scatte...

Electrochemical capacitors

This research and reference text provides comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals of electrochemical capacitors, including metal properties, the mechanisms of different types of capacitors, and their function at low temperatures and under flexible conditions.

High-performance computing and artificial intelligence in process engineering

High-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) boost production efficiency, lower costs, and enhance system stability in process engineering, fostering industrial intelligence and smart manufacturing.

Wearable communication systems and antennas for commercial, sport and medical applications

Offering fresh insight into a rapidly growing field, Wearable Communication Systems and Antennas for Commercial, Sport and Medical Applications provides useful information for students, engineers and researchers with an interest in wearable communication devices and antennas.

Solid state physics

This book is a self-contained undergraduate textbook in solid state physics, designed to accompany a one-semester second or third year course. The book is highly accessible and focuses on a selected set of topics (basically the physics of electrons and phonons), whilst also providing substantial,...

Magnetically confined fusion plasma physics, volume 2

This book focuses on the multifluid theory in the field of magnetically confined plasma physics. It is an advanced review on the state-of-the-art theory and application of magnetically confined plasma physics.

Foundations of chemical kinetics

This book examines foundational theories in chemical kinetics, taking a hands-on approach that bridges from theory to application. Aimed at senior undergraduate and graduate students, this book focuses on theories that provide insights into basic physical principles that govern the rates of chemi...

Orbital angular momentum states of light (second edition)

This book provides an in-depth introduction to modelling of long-range propagation of orbital angular momentum (OAM) modes as well as more general structured light beams through atmospheric turbulence.

An astronomical inclusion revolution

This book responds to the critical need for astronomers to understand, operationalize, and assess the efficacy of DEI efforts on research collaboration. It explores the historical context, present landscape, and best inclusion strategies that all astronomers should know, and is intended to benefi...

Practical electrodynamics with advanced applications

This textbook covers both the basic and advanced topics of electrodynamics, along with the applications and techniques. It is an excellent learning resource for students studying electrodynamics courses.

The possibility of earthquake forecasting

This book uses a holistic approach to address the problems of earthquake forecasting, demonstrating the earthquake preparation process as a complex system that relies on the interaction of different geospheres. The purpose of the book is to widen the understanding of the earthquake preparation pr...

Laser–plasma accelerators and radiation sources

This book will describe the laser-plasma interactions that are driven by ultrashort ultra-intense lasers, such as electron acceleration, ion acceleration, and radiation generation, from their fundamental principles to instructions for constructing such sources, with a particular focus on novices ...

Principles of statistical physics and numerical modeling

This unique text introduces classical statistical mechanics using molecular dynamic simulations to teach and explore the subject. Illustrated with numerous figures and animations, the book will be useful for students and professionals wishing to receive a contemporary understanding of statistical...

Vibrational excitations in multilayer nanostructures

Results of the original investigations by the authors in the field of electron-vibrational processes and states of the electron-hole-phonon systems are represented from the unified standpoint and applied for the analysis of diverse physical phenomena in the multilayer planar, cylindrical, and sph...

Printed and flexible sensor technology

This book reviews and showcases the design, fabrication and implementation of printed and flexible sensors and their range of applications in biomedical, industrial, and environmental settings.

Precise dimensions

Units are the foundation for all measurement of the natural world, and from which standard, our understanding develops. This book, stemming from a conference on the history of units organised by the editors, provides a detailed and discursive examination of the history of units within physics, in...

Quantum field theory

This book introduces field theory models from a classical point of view where symmetries are easy to understand and reformulates them with tensorial methods suitable for quantum computations. It is targeted at graduate students and researchers in high-energy, condensed matter and atomic physics.

Gas sensor technologies for environmental sensing

This book presents and evaluates the most common, basic gas sensing technologies and their respective potential against the background of user requirements. The book is primarily aimed at end-users of gas sensing technology who need to be able to judge the different technological offers available.

Cloud computing in astronomy