Quality assurance for scientists and engineers

The aim of this book is to introduce the topics of reliability andtopic of quality assurance management such as ISO17025 and ISO9001 to scientists at an early stage in their careers, which will ensure they are equipped with the appropriate tools to plan and execute well managed, reproducible scie...

Electromechanical machinery theory and performance (second edition)

This textbook provides an introduction to power transformers, rotating ac machines, and photovoltaic power systems. An introduction to power electronic converters is covered, with applications to variable speed drives for AC motors and generators.

Life with hubble

A behind-the-scenes narrative of the Hubble mission. Told by the now retired Senior Project Scientist for Hubble, David Leckrone, this fascinating story recounts the history of the mission from 1990 to the present day. It tells the stories of scores of individuals who made major contributions to ...

One physicist's guide to nuclear weapons

One Physicist’s Guide to Nuclear Weapons presents a truly global look at the history, use, and issues surrounding nuclear weapons from the perspective of physicist and writer Jeremy Bernstein. A first-hand witness to the development and science of nuclear weapons, he is in a unique position to hi...

Cosmic voids

The book will cover the following main areas: The discovery of voids, theoretical models and application to data, measurements of voids, cosmological constraints, cosmic voids for other areas of astrophysics, and machine learning with voids. Key Features • The first and unique book dedicated to c...

Rotation, reflection, and frame changes

Rotation, Reflection, and Frame Changes is an engineer’s practical resource for rotation-related theorems that might otherwise be difficult to find in literature. By providing extensive tutorials in requisite mathematics, intuitive insight, and computer source code, this work stands as a definiti...

Nanoparticle enhanced radiation therapy

The central purpose of nanoparticle enhanced radiotherapy (NPRT) is to more precisely control where the radiation dose is to be delivered, desirably with subcellular precision. The contents of this text covers the rationale and fundamental principles of NPRT, optimal nanoparticle size, concentrat...

Imaging in particle therapy

This book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of imaging in Particle Therapy (PT) and its role in treatment planning and delivery, focusing on both current and developing near-room, in-room, and in-beam technologies crucial for treatment verification and adaptation, while addressing met...

Small particle ring accelerators and paul traps

This book covers small particle ring accelerators and Paul trap simulators for research and proof-of-principle experiments of advanced concepts.

Planar slow wave structure traveling wave tubes

This is a book devoted to the development of planar slow wave structure traveling wave tubes, which are miniature-sized high-power microwave amplifiers suitable for advanced manufacturing techniques and mass productions.

Eps grand challenges

In this book, we will look at all these aspects, going from particles, via atoms, cells, starts, galaxies, our place in the universe, to explore what makes us, human beings, really unique in nature: our ability to imagine and shape the future by making use of the scientific method.

Environmental applications of magnetic sorbents

The book is made up of about ten (10) chapters that will particularly focus on advanced research in the use of timely and useful innovative techniques in the synthesis of novel magnetic biosorbents using facile synthesis methods, their characterization, and extensive applications of the synthesiz...

Optical path theory

Optical path theory is the study of the consequences of the Fermat [principle. The Fermat principle is the axiom, the consequences the theorems. Mathematical presentation of concepts, complete with details, problems, solutions, and a multitude of useful examples - ideal for graduates in optics.

Physics of shock and impact: volume 2

This book deals with the shock physics of solids. Comprising of two volumes, this work covers physical, material, mechanical and thermodynamic fundamentals. Volume 2, Materials and shock response, addresses equation of state in the shockwave and the response to shock of various material classes.

A modern introduction to dynamical systems

Brain–computer interfaces

This book provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the science and practice of brain–computer interfaces (BCIs), a rapidly evolving field at the intersection of neuroscience, engineering, computer science, and human–computer interaction. Its primary purpose is to equip readers with...

Modern quantum mechanics and quantum information

Modern Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Information surveys the fundamental aspects of quantum mechanics against the backdrop of its use in modern science applications. Covering several topics in modern quantum mechanics and quantum information that do not appear in older texts, this authoritative a...

A journey into reciprocal space (second edition)

This is a substantially revised and expanded second edition of a book published in the Concise series. The book has been considerably extended and a number of corrections have been made to the text and diagrams. A new chapter (7) has also been added on distortion mode analysis. Many new diagrams ...

Predictive analytics in healthcare, volume1

The book provides information on where and how predictive analytics is used in various domains in the healthcare space, and identifies the future directions of each domain, enabling the readers to focus development efforts in that direction.

Fundamentals of industrial instrumentation (second edition)

This book establishes the physical principles with mathematical analysis and practical techniques used to measure variables most important for Instrumentation applications. This text book will provide students and recent graduates with the knowledge to design and build the measurement systems for...

Thermodynamic cycles for renewable energy technologies

This research and reference text surveys the role of specialised thermodynamic cycles in renewable energy technologies. The latest innovations in the technology of a range of cycles are analysed, and concepts and applications are introduced through clear diagrams that equip the reader to engage p...

Fundamental ideas in cosmology

This book examines the world of cosmological research, providing an in-depth critical review of the research associated with challenges to the standard Big Bang scenario. It is an excellent resource for working cosmologists, as well as undergraduate and graduate students of Astronomy and Philosop...

Nanomaterials for advanced energy and power storage devices

This book explores recent technological advancements regarding state of the art nanomaterials and nano systems for advanced energy and power storage.

Superconducting materials and their applications

This book provides a popular account of superconductivity and its applications for an interdisciplinary audience, including new entrants in this fascinating subject. It covers the characteristics of superconducting materials, particularly those with commercial applications, including MRI, MEG, hi...

Flexible electronics, volume 1

This volume covers the mechanical aspects of hard-film/soft-substrate structures and the impacts of stress and strain, including deformation and cycling of ductile films, and straining permeation barriers.

Rare-earth-free ferrimagnetic mn4n spintronics

The book provides the latest research trends on ferrimagnetic Mn4N-based thin films that have a magnetic compensation composition at room temperature and achieve ultrafast current-induced magnetic domain wall motion.

Optics experiments and demonstrations for student laboratories

This book on the laboratory teaching of optics is based on the author’s experience during many years in several universities and colleges. It describes basic experiments in optics that are suitable for student laboratories at undergraduate and graduate levels and do not require specialized equipm...

Techniques of classical mechanics

This book serves as an excellent stepping stone from introductory physics to graduate-level physics, it provides a level field for the various techniques used to solve problems in classical mechanics, it explains the Lagrangian and Hamiltonian methods more simply, and is a must for junior and sen...

Low-energy collision physics

A book with a balanced approach to pedagogic and research frontiers in cold atomic collisions and related topics.

An introduction to fluorescence correlation spectroscopy

A comprehensive course on fluorescence correlation spectroscopy covering an explanation of basic concepts, derivation of theoretical models, and experimental realisation of the technique.

Introduction to simulation methods for gas discharge plasmas

This book is an introduction to the numerical modelling methods for gas discharge plasmas for graduate students and junior researchers. Topics covered include the essentials of basic modelling approaches (particle, fluid, and hybrid) for gas discharges, and the implementation of these methods wit...

Batteries

Introducing battery fundamentals, this book explores state-of-the-art characterisation methods currently employed by the energy storage community. With a focus on Li-ion batteries, the text is ideal for researchers and students interested in the materials and characterization methods for batterie...

Phytochemicals as an epigenetic modifier in cancer prevention

Phytochemical-based cancer therapeutics by targeting epigenetic and cell signalling.

Introduction to general relativity and cosmology (second edition)

This second edition course text presents a modern, compact and digestible account of modern cosmology and general relativity.

Molecular photophysics and spectroscopy (second edition)

This new, expanded edition provides a fresh, accessible photon-based description of modern molecular spectroscopy and photophysics for senior undergraduates and graduate students. Includes works examples and purposely devised illustrations.

Optical forces on atoms

With a focus on graduate students and young researchers, this book discusses the topics that lay the foundation stones of interaction of ultra-cold atoms with optical potentials, developed over last three decades.

Ordered and disordered metamaterials

This book provides a detailed introduction to the basic metamaterial modelling approaches and an overview of innovative phenomena enabled by metamaterials. It covers discussions on the fundamental formalisms used in the study of metamaterials and illustrates the application of these in different ...

Classical mechanics: lecture notes

Classical Mechanics: Lecture notes, is intended to be the basis for a one-semester graduate-level course on classical mechanics and dynamics, including the mechanics of continua, in particular deformations, elasticity, waves, and fluid dynamics.

Oscillations

Written as a reference book for engineers and physicists, this book explores the relation between dynamic atomic force microscopy (AFM) and oscillation theory. Because of its layout, this text can be used as a general introduction to oscillation theory or as an introduction to dynamic AFM.

Semiconductors (second edition)

Semiconductors form the basis for the nano-electronics industry that powers everyday life. This book covers the electronic band structure, the lattice dynamics and the transport properties of semiconductors, and is an essential guide for first-year graduate level students.

Cognitive sensors, volume 2

Volume 2 features Cognitive Sensors in smart healthcare, including appropriate Signal Processing, Filtering, Machine Learning and AI for medical Cognitive Science analysis and applications; Case Studies, Brain Disorder and Stress analysis.

Extragalactic astrophysics (second edition)

This book is designed to be an advanced undergraduate or graduate level text book on Extragalactic astrophysics. The second edition contains over 50 pages of new and updated material, and questions have been added to the end of each chapter.

Advanced signal processing for industry 4.0, volume 2

This book looks at issues relating to sensor mechanism for evaluating operations, supply chain, management of machines, analysing the generated data, low-cost solutions for Industry 4.0, vision processing for various applications, and reviews present and future opportunities for the role of signa...

Sustainable nanomaterials for energy applications

This book reviews the fundamental and applied issues regarding the synthesis and properties of nanomaterials, together with their use in technological applications covering the generation, storage, and transformation of energy, including sustainability concerns.

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...

Energy-smart buildings

Energy-Smart Buildings intends to provide a brief research source for building technology and regulations in terms of energy efficiency, as well as discussing fundamental aspects and cutting-edge trends for new buildings and retrofitting the current building stock. Sources of renewable and sustai...

Lithium niobate-based heterostructures

This book explores the fundamental principles of fabricating LiNbO₃-based heterostructures, delving into their properties and the electron phenomena that drive their effective application in a range of devices.

Machine learning, medical ai and robotics

An up-to-date review of current medical artificial intelligence and robotics applications across different medical disciplines.

Electrochemical energy storage devices and supercapacitors

This book provides a comprehensive account of the fundamental aspects of electrochemical energy storage devices. Electrochemical properties of materials and performance assessment parameters are discussed alongside an analysis of their potential commercial applications. This book is ideal for und...

An introduction to solar variability

Integrability using the sine-gordon and thirring duality

This book provides a description of the duality between two integrable systems: the 1+1-dimensional Sine-Gordon model and the 1+1-dimensional Thirring model. It’s an opportunity for a focussed study of integrability in its wider breadth of interest, maintaining a clear ultimate purpose in mind: u...

The mössbauer effect (second edition)

This updated and significantly expanded second edition of "The Mössbauer Effect" describes the basic physics of the Mössbauer effect and its applications in a variety of fields including physics, chemistry, materials science, biology, mineralogy and archaeology.

Mathematical modelling and characterization of cylindrical structures

Mathematical Modelling and Characterization of Cylindrical Structures examines the analytical and computational methods used to describe and predict the behavior of cylindrical forms, which are central to engineering, applied sciences, and materials research. Cylindrical structures—such as pipeli...

Application of low dimensional topological materials in spintronics

This book gives a concise introduction to the principles of topological insulators, and introduces how the special properties of topological insulators can be used in Spintronics. It discusses the typical Hamiltonians of topological insulators and superconductors, with a focus on Group IV materia...

Airborne radioactive discharges and human health effects

This book is an essential introduction to the basic principles of radiation protection and aerosol physics, including applications within international and UK law for the protection of the public against the dangers arising from ionising radiation. The text also discusses the difficulties with th...

Radio photonics

This book covers recent technological developments and advanced aspects of optical transmission techniques, focusing on the fundamental mechanics relevant to radiofrequency and optical engineers. It is ideal for engineers, upper level undergraduate and graduate level students in electrical engine...

Mott insulators

This text introduces the subject of Mott insulators and reviews present knowledge in the field, enabling students and researchers to get acquainted with this very interesting and emerging area of science and technology.

Separation of variables and superintegrability

Separation of variables methods for solving partial differential equations are of immense importance in mathematical physics and they are the most powerful tool known for obtaining explicit solutions. This book provides an up-to-date presentation of the theory of separation of variables and its r...

Advances in flexible and printed electronics

This book focuses on recent advancements of flexible and printing electronics.

Solving climate change

This book explains how the world can stabilize Earth’s climate and minimize future damage from climate change, presenting the latest analytical tools and data for those who want to help solve the biggest collective challenge humanity has ever faced.

Printing technologies and applications

In this book, the interactions between printing method, ink and substrate surface are discussed in order to achieve optimal results and durability.

Flexible electronics, volume 2

This volume focuses on thin-film transistors (TFTs) and their properties, as well as covering field effect transistors (FETs), including electrolyte-gated field-effect transistors such as EGOFETs and OECFETs.

Human-assisted intelligent computing

This edited book focuses on well-known and new methodologies of optimization techniques in human-assisted computing that are used to resolve some of the very complicated and hard problems we face today

A modern course in quantum field theory, volume 2 (second edition)

This volume tackles more advanced themes often found in longer three-semester, or specialist further advanced postgraduate courses. Written for advanced students, the work provides complete material for a two or three semester course and includes numerous exercises, some with detailed solutions. ...

Lasers in medical diagnosis and therapy

Lasers in Medical Diagnosis and Therapy: Basics, applications and future prospects provides an overview on medical lasers and laser systems as well as laser applications in medical diagnosis and therapy. Since it was written by physicists, it focusses on the physics and underlying mechanisms of l...

Computational physics with r

"Computational Physics with R" introduces key numerical methods through practical R implementations, creating a bridge between physics and statistics and offering students and researchers a hands-on, reproducible approach to problem-solving.

Magnesium-based nanocomposites

This text covers the most recent advances in the processing and properties of magnesium-based nanocomposites, which are a class of lightweight sustainable materials with the potential to be revolutionary in saving energy. It provides a complete picture of the materials, including their multi-face...

The physics of emergence (second edition)

This book explores whether physics points to a reductive or an emergent structure of the world and proposes a physics-motivated conception of emergence that leaves behind many of the problematic intuitions shaping the philosophical conceptions. It would be suitable for physicists, scientists, und...

Energetics science and technology

This text provides an interdisciplinary view of energetics technology and introduces connected topics within the field. It presents a coherent overview of energetic materials technology to show the interdependences and the possibility of greater interaction.

Magnetic nanomaterials

This book explores various methods of synthesis and characterization, as well as the diverse applications of MNPs, with a primary focus on cancer theranostics.

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.

Optical sensors

This comprehensive introductory book on optical sensors provides an overview of essential principles used in optics. Its primary aim is to support students and professionals in developing a practical understanding, accomplished through a dedicated lab section that facilitates hands-on experience ...

The doppler method for the detection of exoplanets

This text provides a deep understanding of the Doppler method, including how to achieve RV measurement precision, as well as the challenges, limitations, and potential of the technique. It's an essential reference for researchers and graduate students in the field of exoplanets, and additionally ...

Two-dimensional valleytronic materials

The book Valleytronics in Two-Dimensional Materials aims to give an overview of the recent developments achieved in Valleytronics based on various 2D materials. This book will describe in detail recent developments of valleytronics in 2D materials since its emergence in 2007. After some experimen...

Systems for printed flexible sensors

Flexible devices are gradually emerging as an alternative viable low-cost user-friendly technology for wearable health care services in different fields. This book provides readers with a single platform to develop a system using flexible sensors integrating with interfacing/signal conditioning, ...

Blockchain-based peer-to-peer transactions in energy systems

Blockchain-based Peer-to-Peer Transactions in Energy Systems begins with an introduction to blockchain technology, which covers cryptographic hashing, Merkle trees, types of blockchain and common consensus mechanisms. It discusses selected real-world blockchains and their real-world applications....

Ai and ethics

This book examines some of the deep issues that have become very relevant due to the increasing use of AI in recent times. The book is geared toward increasing awareness of the immediate moral and legal repercussions of the presence and possibly dominance of AI in our society.

A modern course in quantum field theory, volume 1 (second edition)

This book provides a self-contained pedagogical and constructive presentation of quantum field theory. It contains a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental topics of quantum field theory and includes numerous exercises, some with detailed solutions. Readers of this text will be well prepar...

Multifunctional bio-based lubricants

There is a critical need for engineers to move away from using conventional petroleum-based oils and lubricants in mechanical systems due to their environmental impact. With sustainability as a key focus, this refence text raises awareness of the need to develop bio-based lubricants.

Renewables (second edition)

This comprehensive review provides a detailed insight into renewable energy options, their current state of development and how they can provide an environmentally sustainable energy future. This second edition is extensively revised and includes the latest advances in the field.

The everyday physics of hearing and vision (second edition)

This non-technical book examines the everyday physics behind hearing and vision to help readers understand more about themselves and their physical environment. New topics in the second edition include hearing and vision aids, electron microscopy, the third eye (pineal body), vision and hearing g...

Introduction to nonlinear optics of photonic crystals and metamaterials (second edition)

Introduction to Nonlinear Optics of Photonic Crystals and Metamaterials, Second Edition presents concise examples illustrating some of the basic principles of nanophotonics, embedding a discussion of current and future device applications in a theoretical account of the non-linear behaviour of li...

An introduction to the physics of nuclear medicine (second edition)

This book gives an introduction to the physics of nuclear medicine including the principles of radiation detection physics, methods used in radionuclide therapy and techniques to produce images for diagnosis and intraoperative monitoring.

Optical cryptosystems

Optical Cryptosystems introduces the subject of optical cryptography and provides up-to-date coverage of optical security schemes. Optical principles, approaches, and algorithms are discussed as well as applications, including image/data encryption–decryption, watermarking, image/data hiding, and...

Electromagnetism and special methods for electric circuits analysis

This textbook presents the second part of the Electricity and Magnetism (E&M) course, focusing onto classical electrodynamics, a branch of theoretical physics studying phenomena related to moving electric charges and the interactions between electromagnetic field and electric charges.

Research collaboration

A practical approach to support researchers in their collaborations. Demonstrates the potential of collaboration, drawing on real-world experience of facilitating and advising collaborations ‘in the wild’. Provides tools and approaches that will help readers develop the skills and behaviours that...

Simulation of complex systems

Ultra-BriefThis book provides the most fundamental and essential techniques to simulate complex systems, from the dynamics of molecules to the spreading of diseases, from optimization using ant colonies to the simulation of the Game of Life.

Neuromorphic circuits

This book covers a constructive approach to modeling analog neuromorphic circuits with CMOS and nano transistors, focusing on the BioRC project at the University of Southern California.

Supersymmetric methods in quantum, statistical and solid state physics

Building on the earlier edition, this updated work now encapsulates the substantial developments that have been made in supersymmetric quantum mechanics in recent years. Aimed at graduate students and scientists, it provides a thorough review of supersymmetric quantum mechanics and now also inclu...

Inverse imaging with poisson data

Inverse Imaging with Poisson Data is an invaluable resource for graduate students, postdocs and researchers interested in the application of inverse problems to the domains of applied sciences, such as microscopy, medical imaging and astronomy.

The brain–bladder axis in tissue growth and remodelling

This book will inspire the reader to develop and apply a unique holistic approach to solving complex biomedical problems in the area of growth and remodeling of the urinary bladder through the applications of modern methods of computational biology.

Advances in physics of rydberg atoms and molecules

This book covers recent analytical advances in the study of Rydberg atoms and molecules. It presents classical descriptions of electron trajectories in Rydberg atoms, offering a deep physical insight into their dynamics. It surveys shifts and shapes of the corresponding spectral lines. It is idea...

Statistical physics of condensed matter systems

This course text provides an introduction of classical (Boltzmann) and quantum (Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein) statistics with application to condensed matter systems.

Tearing mode dynamics in tokamak plasmas

This comprehensive research and reference text aims to outline a realistic, comprehensive, self-consistent, analytic theory of tearing mode dynamics in tokamak plasmas.

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...