NSTI's clean and nanotechnology conferences have built a tradition of being the most prestigious forum in the world for leading scientists in the field, and Cleantech 2010 is no exception. Top contrib
Because of an increased awareness for early diagnostic and management of congenital heart disease, pediatric echocardiography has progressed recently in a major way. This concise, step-by-step guide a
A chemical engineer now retired from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Sarker was asked to provide a third edition of the textbook that was first published in 1974 and again in 1990. Among ot
Many recent advances in technology have been associated with nanotechnology and the miniaturization of components, devices and systems. Microjoining has been closely associated with the evolution of m
For a food product to be a success in the marketplace, it must be stable throughout its shelf-life. Quality deterioration due to chemical changes and alterations in condition due to physical instabili
This important collection reviews key inspection and monitoring techniques and their applications to bridges, buildings, and other civil structures. The first group of chapters covers ways for testing
The fossil-fuel power sector and energy-intensive industries are major producers of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, contributing to rising global CO2 levels that have been linked to climate change. CO
Research on meals is carried out in a wide range of fields and these different disciplines do not always benefit from each others’ expertise. With contributions from a wide array of disciplines, this
Traditionally, law enforcement agencies react to isolated crimes in insulated jurisdictions. With the rise of terrorism, law enforcement agencies can no longer afford to operate blindly. The only way
Sex-related homicides claim victims from all walks of life, be they men or women, lovers or strangers, elders or children. They are some of the most horrific crimes imaginable, and unlike robbery-hom
Medical textiles remain one of the most dynamic areas of research in textiles. Medical and Healthcare Textiles is a compendium of worldwide research into medical textiles written by leading experts in
Shellfish remain a very popular and nutritious food, but consumption may present a particularly high risk to consumers. Edited by leading authorities in the field, this collection reviews hazards the
Hydrometallurgy: Principles and Applications focuses on the theoretical principles and engineering aspects of hydrometallurgical processes. Written in a reader-friendly style, it offers complete cover
Historically, the terms validation and verification have been very loosely defined in the system engineering world, with predictable confusion. Few hardware or software testing texts even touch upon v
Wind power generation is fast becoming one of the leading renewable energy sources worldwide. Reliability of power supply is one of the main issues for wind energy systems, and so improved stand-alone
Consumers demand quality milk with a reasonable shelf-life, a requirement that can be met more successfully by the milk industry through use of improved processes and technologies. Guaranteeing the pr
These proceedings contain papers that have been subjected to a double blind refereeing process conducted by academic peers with specific expertise in the key themes and research orientation of the pap
The fossil-fuel power sector and energy-intensive industries are major producers of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, contributing to rising global CO2 levels that have been linked to climate change. CO
Direct injection enables precise control of the fuel/air mixture so that engines can be tuned for improved power and fuel economy. This must be balanced against increased equipment costs and emissions
The breakdown of food structures in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract has a major impact on the sensory properties and nutritional quality of foods. Understanding the relationship between food structur
This book discusses free vibration of single-degree-of-freedom (SDOF) systems and forced vibration of SDOF systems. It covers response to periodic dynamic loadings and impulse loads and two degrees of
In 1999, the Institute of Medicine published a report exposing the high prevalence of medical error, boosting academic, medical, and human factors interest in this field. The Handbook of Human Factors
While catastrophic disasters are rare, given global climate change and the location of human population centers, there is no doubt they will continue to occur at an ever-increasing rate and scale. Ba
"High standards of noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) performance are expected in vehicle design. Refinement is therefore one of the main engineering/design attributes to be addressed when developi
Coatings and laminates allow for the introduction of smart functionalities for textile products. They are suitable for a wide range of textile applications and can contribute to improving product perf
The textile industry can experience a vast array of problems, and modeling can highlight the mechanisms involved and analyze useful predictive results for solving these problems. This book provides an
This book provides an overview of the types of textiles used within the interior textile sector and key technological developments and safety issues affecting the industry. The first group of chapters
As consumer demands for specific attributes in their textiles increase and global competition intensifies, it is important that industry find ways of engineering certain performance requirements into
This important collection reviews the key ingredients, formulation technology, and health effects of functional and specialty beverages. It begins with coverage of essential ingredients such as stabil
A comprehensive review of the technologies and materials available for the design and production of smart clothing, this book goes beyond the basics to provide a comprehensive overview of the wearer’s
For students and professionals in nutrition and food sciences and health fields, Guo (food and nutritional sciences, U. of Vermont) provides an introduction to foods that have health-promoting propert
The obesity epidemic has spawned an unlimited array of quick-fix, rapid weight loss plans and unproven pharmaceuticals. Dangerous side effects and rebound weight gain has made the cure seem worse than
First introduced in 2001, Kersting’s Distribution System Modeling and Analysis is the only textbook on computational modeling for electric power distribution systems. Computer models are only as good
Helping engineers develop efficient, economical, and optimized system designs, this reader-friendly Third Edition provides new discussions of quiet converter design, rotary transformer design, planar
In our increasingly litigious society, no company can afford to be without directors' and officers' liability insurance. To the author, whose involvement with this form of liability insurance dates fr
The issue of risk should be embedded in the mindset of every engineer and manager to improve safety and dependability. Companies can be held accountable by law when a gross failing in health and safe
`A must on the bookshelves of academics and research students working in the cereals area, as well as industrial technologists involved in all aspects of cereal production and processing.' Finlay Mac
With an increasingly aged population, eye diseases are becoming more widespread. Biomaterials have contributed in recent years to numerous medical devices for the restoration of eyesight, improving ma
An invaluable resource for clinicians as well as for researchers in materials and biomedical devices, this text summarizes recent research on the use of biomaterials and tissue engineering in the trea
Written by the director of ARM’s worldwide academic program, this volume gives computer science professionals and students an edge, regardless of their preferred coding language. For those with some b
