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Forming and Machining of Polymers, Ceramics, and Composites
Forming and Machining of Polymers, Ceramics, and Composites targets the two important manufacturing processes where plastic deformation is involved to give the required shape and size to the raw material. The main goal of the book is to represent the recent developments in the field of forming and machining of different non-metals, especially polymers, composites, and ceramics. Special focus is on the advancement of these processes to manufacture components from these non-metals. Presents exclusive material dedicated to forming and machining of non-metals, that is, polymers, ceramics, and composites Provides comprehensive coverage of all important topics related to non-metals processing Covers basics and current research in the field of forming and machining of non-metals Focuses on sustainability interventions and intelligent manufacturing techniques for quality and productivity in forming and machining of non-metals Discusses conventional and non-conventional machining and microfabrication aspects for fabrication and processing of non-metals This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials processing and machine design.
Climate Change and Sustainable Development
From rising sea levels and extreme weather events to food insecurity and forced migration, the effects of climate change are real and accelerating. Climate Change and Sustainable Development offers a comprehensive compilation of contemporary research, covering both fundamental and advanced aspects of climate science. It delves into a wide range of critical topics, including the greenhouse effect, food security, social and environmental issues, threats to marine ecosystems, the role of green energy in reducing carbon emissions, life cycle assessments, cost-effective sustainable strategies, public health implications, carbon capture technologies, and climate adaptation strategies. Features: Ex...
Coal and Biomass Gasification
This book addresses the science and technology of the gasification process and the production of electricity, synthetic fuels and other useful chemicals. Pursuing a holistic approach, it covers the fundamentals of gasification and its various applications. In addition to discussing recent advances and outlining future directions, it covers advanced topics such as underground coal gasification and chemical looping combustion, and describes the state-of-the-art experimental techniques, modeling and numerical simulations, environmentally friendly approaches, and technological challenges involved. Written in an easy-to-understand format with a comprehensive glossary and bibliography, the book offers an ideal reference guide to coal and biomass gasification for beginners, engineers and researchers involved in designing or operating gasification plants.
Valorisation of Food Waste
This book explores innovative strategies for repurposing food waste, with a strong focus on process and product design. It highlights diverse food waste sources, including expiring materials and often overlooked resources, offering a comprehensive evaluation of technologies, methods, and sustainable solutions to address the global challenge of food waste. Key Features: Offers guidelines and a food waste valorisation framework Presents unique pathways for valorising food waste and expired food Delves into principles and strategies for food waste valorisation, transforming food waste into building and construction materials, upcycling food waste, and extracting bioactive compounds from expired sources Explores converting food waste into biochar, biofuel, and maximising biogas production, as well as utilising bioconversion technology with Black Soldier Fly larvae and integrating the water–energy–food nexus Each chapter includes exercises and case studies to enhance understanding and practical application This text is aimed at academics, engineers, technologists, and researchers in the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries.
Advances in Solar Energy Research
This book covers major technological advancements in, and evolving applications of, thermal and photovoltaic solar energy systems. Advances in technologies for harnessing solar energy are extensively discussed, with topics including the fabrication, compaction and optimization of energy grids, solar cells and panels. Leading international experts discuss the applications, challenges and future prospects of research in this increasingly vital field, providing a valuable resource for all researchers working in this field.
New Research Directions in Solar Energy Technologies
Applications of solar energy have been expanding in recent years across the world. This monograph details such far-reaching and important applications which have the potential for large impact on various segments of the society. It focuses solar energy technologies for various applications such as generation of electric power, heating, energy storage, etc. This volume will be a useful guide for researchers, academics and scientists.
Solar Energy
This book covers challenges and opportunities related to solar-energy based systems. It covers a wide variety of topics related to solar energy, including applications-based systems such as solar thermal systems that are focused on drying, desalination, space cooling, refrigeration, and processing; recent advances in solar cells (DSSC) and photovoltaics; technologies for storage of energy (both sensible heating as well as latent heating); and the design of concentrated solar receivers. The information is presented in the context of the overall global energy utilization, and the role of solar energy has been highlighted. The contents of this book will be of interest to researchers, professionals, and policymakers alike.
New Research Directions in Solar Energy Technologies
Applications of solar energy have been expanding in recent years across the world. This monograph details such far-reaching and important applications which have the potential for large impact on various segments of the society. It focuses solar energy technologies for various applications such as generation of electric power, heating, energy storage, etc. This volume will be a useful guide for researchers, academics and scientists.
Applications of Solar Energy
This book focuses on solar-energy-based renewable energy systems and discusses the generation of electric power using solar photovoltaics, as well as some new techniques, such as solar towers, for both residential and commercial needs. Such systems have played an important role in the move towards low-emission and sustainable energy sources. The book covers a variety of applications, such as solar water heaters, solar air heaters, solar drying, nanoparticle-based direct absorption solar systems, solar volumetric receivers, solar-based cooling systems, solar-based food processing and cooking, efficient buildings using solar energy, and energy storage for solar thermal systems. Given its breadth of coverage, the book offers a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals alike.
Advancing the Performance of Photocathode Dye-sensitized Solar Cells for Their Application in Tandem Solar Cells
The aim of this thesis is to improve the performance of photocathode DSCs for their use in tandem DSCs. The scale of solar photovoltaic technology application is limited because of high costs. The research in the area of solar photovoltaic is focused on low cost technologies. Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSCs) are one of the attractive technologies for its projected low manufacturing costs. These solar cells are lagging behind in conversion efficiencies compared to other technologies available in the market.The efficiency of conventional DSCs can be improved with tandem solar cell architecture. In tandem solar cell approach, a photoanode DSC (n-DSC) is assembled with a photocathode DSC (p-DSC...
