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Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film DevicesA one-stop examination of fundamental electrical behaviour in organic electronic device architecturesIn Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices: From Bulk Materials to Nanoscale Architectures, distinguished researcher Michael C. Petty delivers an in-depth treatment of the electrical behaviour of organic electronic devices focused on first principles. The author describes the fundamental electrical behaviour of various device architectures and offers an introduction to the physical processes that play a role in the electrical conductivity of organic materials.Beginning with band theory, the text moves on to address the effects of thin film device architectures and nanostructures. The book discusses the applications to devices currently in the marketplace, like displays, as well as those under development (transistors, solar cells, and memories).Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices also describes emerging organic thin film architectures and explores the potential for single molecule electronics and biologically inspired devices. Finally, the book also includes:* A detailed introduction to electronic and vibrational states in organic solids, including classical band theory, disordered semiconductors, and lattice vibrations* Comprehensive explorations of electrical conductivity, including electronic and ionic processes, carrier drift, diffusion, the Boltzmann Transport Equation, excess carriers, recombination, doping, and superconductivity* An overview of important electro-active organic materials, like molecular crystals, charge-transfer complexes, conductive polymers, carbon nanotubes, and graphene* Practical considerations of defects and nanoscale phenomena, including transport processes in low-dimensional systems, surfaces and interface states* In-depth examinations of metal contacts, including ohmic contacts, the Schottky Barrier, and metal/molecule contacts* A systematic guide to the operating principles of metal/insulator/semiconductor structures and the field effect* A set of problems (with solutions on-line) for each chapter of the bookPerfect for electronics developers and researchers in both industry and academia who study and work with molecular and nanoscale electronics, Electrical Processes in Organic Thin Film Devices also deserves a place in the libraries of undergraduate and postgraduate students in courses on molecular electronics, organic electronics, and plastic electronics.

Comprehensive Resource for Understanding the Emerging Solar Technologies for Hydrogen Generation via Water Splitting and Carbon-based Fuel Production via CO2 Recycling Fossil fuel burning is the primary source of carbon in the atmosphere. Due to the realization that it could harm the life in the planet, there has been a surge in research activities focusing on the development of alternative strategies for energy conversion. Fuel generation using solar energy is one of the most promising approaches that has received widespread attention. The fuels produced using sunlight are commonly referred to as "solar fuels." This book provides researchers interested in solar fuel generation a comprehensive understanding of the emerging solar technologies for hydrogen generation via water splitting and carbon-based fuel production via CO2 recycling. The book presents the fundamental science, technologies, techno-economic analysis, and most importantly, the materials that are being explored in the field of artificial ways of fuel production using solar energy. For the rapid advancement of the field, it is necessary for researchers, particularly for those who are new to the field, to have clear knowledge of various materials studied so far and their performance. For this reason, almost half of the book is dedicated to the discussions on materials and properties. Key topics discussed in the book include: Photocatalytic/photoelectrochemical processes that use semiconductor photocatalysts, including both ceramic and non-ceramic materials Photovoltaic assisted electrochemical processes Solar thermochemical processes Molecular photosynthesis Researchers and professionals in the fields of energy and materials and closely related science and engineering disciplines could use this book to have a comprehensive understanding of both mainstream solar fuel technologies and those in the developmental stages.

Dieses Buch bietet einen umfassenden Überblick über die neuesten Entwicklungen und Fortschritte im Bereich der nachhaltigen intelligenten Computertechnologie, entsprechender Anwendungen und Optimierungstechniken in verschiedenen Branchen.Mit der rasant zunehmenden Nutzung von Kommunikationstechnologie und der Entwicklung von benutzerfreundlicher Software und künstlicher Intelligenz ist Optimierung ein wesentlicher Faktor geworden. Bei fast allen menschlichen Tätigkeiten besteht der Wunsch, mit möglichst geringem Aufwand möglichst gute Ergebnisse zu erzielen. Darüber hinaus ist die Optimierung schon lange ein Schwerpunkt in den verschiedensten Anwendungsbereichen, von Problemen bei der Routenberechnung bis zur medizinischen Behandlung, über das Bau- und Finanzwesen, die Buchhaltung, das Ingenieurwesen und Wartungspläne für Industrieanlagen. Bei der Optimierung von realen Problemen kann es helfen, die Art des Problems zu verstehen und es in eine geeignete Klasse einzuordnen, damit der Entwickler die geeigneten Techniken für eine effiziente Problemlösung anwenden kann. Bei vielen intelligenten Optimierungstechniken lassen sich auch ohne Verwendung einer Zielfunktion optimale Lösungen finden, wobei auch die lokalen Bedingungen eine geringere Rolle spielen.Die 41 Kapitel des Handbook of Intelligent Computing and Optimization for Sustainable Development wurden von Fachleuten aus verschiedenen Bereichen, darunter Mathematik und Informatik, Elektronik und Elektrotechnik, Neuro- und Kognitionswissenschaften, Medizin und Sozialwissenschaften, verfasst und vermitteln den Leserinnen und Lesern ein umfassendes Verständnis davon, welche Bedeutung intelligente Computertechnologie für die nachhaltige Entwicklung der modernen Gesellschaften hat. Erörtert werden zudem die neuesten Forschungsarbeiten an den theoretischen und praktischen Aspekten der erfolgreichen Implementierung neuer, innovativer intelligenter Techniken in den verschiedensten Bereichen, darunter beim IoT, in der Fertigung, bei der Optimierung und im Gesundheitswesen.

Explore the diverse electrical engineering application of polymer composite materials with this in-depth collection edited by leaders in the fieldPolymer Composites for Electrical Engineering delivers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles, state-of-the-art research, and future challenges of polymer composites. Written from the perspective of electrical engineering applications, like electrical and thermal energy storage, high temperature applications, fire retardance, power cables, electric stress control, and others, the book covers all major application branches of these widely used materials.Rather than focus on polymer composite materials themselves, the distinguished editors have chosen to collect contributions from industry leaders in the area of real and practical electrical engineering applications of polymer composites. The book?s relevance will only increase as advanced polymer composites receive more attention and interest in the area of advanced electronic devices and electric power equipment.Unique amongst its peers, Polymer Composites for Electrical Engineering offers readers a collection of practical and insightful materials that will be of great interest to both academic and industrial audiences. Those resources include:* A comprehensive discussion of glass fiber reinforced polymer composites for power equipment, including GIS, bushing, transformers, and more)* Explorations of polymer composites for capacitors, outdoor insulation, electric stress control, power cable insulation, electrical and thermal energy storage, and high temperature applications* A treatment of semi-conductive polymer composites for power cables* In-depth analysis of fire-retardant polymer composites for electrical engineering* An examination of polymer composite conductorsPerfect for postgraduate students and researchers working in the fields of electrical, electronic, and polymer engineering, Polymer Composites for Electrical Engineering will also earn a place in the libraries of those working in the areas of composite materials, energy science and technology, and nanotechnology.

An intuitive and insightful overview of the technical and business aspects of the telecoms industryIn The Technology and Business of Mobile Telecommunications: An Introduction, a team of expert telecommunications researchers and consultants delivers a rigorous exploration of the technical and business aspects of mobile telecommunications. The book offers a complete overview of an industry that has seen rapid technical and economic changes while retaining the ability to provide end users with communications coverage and capacity.The authors demonstrate the technical foundations of the mobile industry and show how a communications network is deployed. They detail many of the main innovations introduced over the last few years and some of the most salient challenges facing the industry today. The business models of major mobile operators are examined as well, from the purchasing spectrum to network deployment and customer attraction and retention.The role of the regulator is also thoroughly discussed, with explorations of its role in encouraging the maintenance of a competitive market in which the needs of consumers are met.Readers will also enjoy:* Thorough introductions to the social and economic impacts of mobile communications, as well as a brief history of mobile and cellular communications* Comprehensive explorations of the mobile telecoms ecosystem, from spectrum regulation to standardization, research, end users, operators, vendors, and standard bodies* Practical discussions of the business models and challenges of mobile operators, including mobile virtual network operators and the implementation of international roaming* In-depth examinations of telecommunications standards, including 5GPerfect for anyone studying mobile telecommunications technology at the undergraduate and graduate levels, The Technology and Business of Mobile Telecommunications: An Introduction is also an indispensable resource for practitioners within the telecommunications industry in a technical or business-oriented role.

Discover the analytical foundations of electric machine, power electronics, electric drives, and electric power systemsIn Introduction to the Analysis of Electromechanical Systems, an accomplished team of engineers delivers an accessible and robust analysis of fundamental topics in electrical systems and electrical machine modeling oriented to their control with power converters. The book begins with an introduction to the electromagnetic variables in rotatory and stationary reference frames before moving onto descriptions of electric machines.The authors discuss direct current, round-rotor permanent-magnet alternating current, and induction machines, as well as brushless direct current and induction motor drives. Synchronous generators and various other aspects of electric power system engineering are covered as well, showing readers how to describe the behavior of electromagnetic variables and how to approach their control with modern power converters.Introduction to the Analysis of Electromechanical Systems presents analysis techniques at an introductory level and at sufficient detail to be useful as a prerequisite for higher level courses. It also offers supplementary materials in the form of online animations and videos to illustrate the concepts contained within. Readers will also enjoy:* A thorough introduction to basic system analysis, including phasor analysis, power calculations, elementary magnetic circuits, stationary coupled circuits, and two- and three-phase systems* Comprehensive explorations of the basics of electric machine analysis and power electronics, including switching-circuit fundamentals, conversion, and electromagnetic force and torque* Practical discussions of power systems, including three-phase transformer connections, synchronous generators, reactive power and power factor correction, and discussions of transient stabilityPerfect for researchers and industry professionals in the area of power and electric drives, Introduction to the Analysis of Electromechanical Systems will also earn its place in the libraries of senior undergraduate and graduate students and professors in these fields.

Provides comprehensive coverage of organic corrosion inhibitors used in modern industrial platforms, including current developments in the design of promising classes of organic corrosion inhibitorsCorrosion is the cause of significant economic and safety-related problems that span across industries and applications, including production and processing operations, transportation and public utilities infrastructure, and oil and gas exploration. The use of organic corrosion inhibitors is a simple and cost-effective method for protecting processes, machinery, and materials while remaining environmentally acceptable. Organic Corrosion Inhibitors: Synthesis, Characterization, Mechanism, and Applications provides up-to-date coverage of all aspects of organic corrosion inhibitors, including their fundamental characteristics, synthesis, characterization, inhibition mechanism, and industrial applications.Divided into five sections, the text first covers the basics of corrosion and prevention, experimental and computational testing, and the differences between organic and inorganic corrosion inhibitors. The next section describes various heterocyclic and non-heterocyclic corrosion inhibitors, followed by discussion of the corrosion inhibition characteristics of carbohydrates, amino acids, and other organic green corrosion inhibitors. The final two sections examine the corrosion inhibition properties of carbon nanotubes and graphene oxide, and review the application of natural and synthetic polymers as corrosion inhibitors. Featuring contributions by leading researchers and scientists from academia and industry, this authoritative volume:* Discusses the latest developments and issues in the area of corrosion inhibition, including manufacturing challenges and new industrial applications* Explores the development and implementation of environmentally-friendly alternatives to traditional toxic corrosion inhibitors* Covers both established and emerging classes of corrosion inhibitors as well as future research directions* Describes the anticorrosive mechanisms and effects of acyclic, cyclic, natural, and synthetic corrosion inhibitorsOffering an interdisciplinary approach to the subject, Organic Corrosion Inhibitors: Synthesis, Characterization, Mechanism, and Applications is essential reading for chemists, chemical engineers, researchers, industry professionals, and advanced students working in fields such as corrosion inhibitors, corrosion engineering, materials science, and applied chemistry.

A pragmatic framework for nonprofit digital transformation that embraces the human-centered nature of your organizationThe Smart Nonprofit turns the page on an era of frantic busyness and scarcity mindsets to one in which nonprofit organizations have the time to think and plan -- and even dream. The Smart Nonprofit offers a roadmap for the once-in-a-generation opportunity to remake work and accelerate positive social change. It comes from understanding how to use smart tech strategically, ethically and well.Smart tech does rote tasks like filling out expense reports and identifying prospective donors. However, it is also beginning to do very human things like screening applicants for jobs and social services, while paying forward historic biases. Beth Kanter and Allison Fine elegantly outline the ways smart nonprofits must stay human-centered and root out embedded bias in order to success at the compassionate and creative work that only humans can and should do.

"This Handbook is a sparkling addition to the neurological library, a concise and clear guide to clinical practice in neurology, written in elegant prose, a tribute to Queen Square and to the contribution that both Hospital and Institute have made to neurology. It is the encapsulation of wisdom gained in a long career. For practitioners in the art of neurology, junior and senior this is required reading."--Simon Shorvon, National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, Queen SquareNeurology: A Clinical Handbook is a practical text, for both neurologists and general physicians, in the wards, the office or at home. This book spans the breadth of neurology and its challenges, for those who require a rapid resource in accessible language.The Handbook is also aimed at those considering entering neurology, neurophysiology and neurorehabilitation and for medical trainees and consultants in many specialities. It is an invaluable source for the MRCP, a ready-made reference for clinical practice and for the specialist nurse and therapist.The book deals with essentials - of neuroanatomy, clinical examination, mechanisms of neurological disease and the major issues of dementia and stroke in an ageing population. More specific aspects of neurology are also addressed, including the specialist fields of nerve and muscle disease, the spinal cord, headache and the cranial nerves, infection in the nervous system, MS and sleep disorders. The allied disciplines of neurorehabilitation, neuropsychiatry, neuro-oncology, uro-neurology, neuro-otology and neuro-ophthalmology are also covered.The aim is to provide both an introduction and a summary - of general neurological practice and the specialist aspects of neurology and neuroscience.

Prepare yourself for success with this unique cardiology primer which distils the core information you require and presents it in an easily digestible format.

Muography Exploring Earth's Subsurface with Elementary Particles Hidden out of sight in Earth's subsurface are a range of geophysical structures, processes, and material movements. Muography is a passive and non-destructive remote sensing technique that visualizes the internal structure of solid geological structures at high resolution, similar in process to X-ray radiography of human bodies. Muography: Exploring Earth's Subsurface with Elementary Particles explores the application of this imaging technique in the geosciences and how it can complement conventional geophysical observations. Volume highlights include: Principles of muography and pioneering works in the field Different approaches for muographic image processing Observing volcanic structures and activity with muography Using muography for geophysical exploration and mining engineering Potential environmental applications of muography Latest technological developments in muography The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

This issue of AD looks at the work of STUFISH Entertainment Architects. Founded by the late Mark Fisher, the legendary British architect known for his rock music stage sets for bands including the Rolling Stones, U2 and Pink Floyd, the studio is a recognised leader in entertainment architecture.The STUFISH team of architects, designers, visualisers, production managers, technical specialists and producers creates ambitious and pioneering work, exploring new ways to inspire audiences and visitors, from musical experiences to theatrical shows, exhibitions and buildings. Its work has been synonymous with the key theatrical, musical and monumental events embodied in the collective memory of generations across the globe since the mid-1990s.Entertainment architecture is a highly innovative, creative endeavour, producing ever-more elaborate, architectural spectacles. This issue visits the many facets of STUFISH - its history and design process, audience memory and experience -exploring the story behind and evolution of this particular brand of popular culture and its spatial manifestations, and touching on what the future may hold for it.Contributors include: Leonard Auerbach, Victoria Broackes, Peter Cook, Adam Davis, Haidy Geismar, Robert Kronenburg, Theo Lorenz, Ash Nehru, Aubrey Powell, Neil Thomas, Willie Williams, Patrick Woodroffe and Maciej Woroniecki.

A practical pathway to a meaningful life and courageous leadershipIn The Courage Playbook: Five Steps to Overcome Your Fears and Become Your Best Self, Gus Lee, bestselling author and leadership expert, delivers an astonishing reveal that with moral courage, we can overcome our fears. This is a practical guide to gaining your courage to live rightly, treat others without bias and lead inspirationally. Readers will acquire Five Steps to Courage, 3 NO's, 3 GO's and Courageous Communication Plays. These lend deeper meaning to life, strengthen our character, improve relationships and allow us to help others for the common good. They lead to contentment, love and even happiness.The Playbook is a practical, behavior-based "Other-Help" guide that equips us more effectively than the worried "self-help" approach. The Courage Playbook includes:* Skills and strategies for healthfully and authentically deploying courage in your life* Ways to actually solve tough moral problems and conflicts at their root cause, genuinely help others, model strength and close the "Courage Gap"* Methods for courageous and inspirational communication and leadership for all manner of situations - professionally, personally, relationally and organizationallyDesigned for people in all circumstances, to include young professionals, executives and leaders, The Courage Playbook belongs on the desks and libraries of business organizations, government agencies, healthcare, education, non-profits, military units, public safety organizations and on the bedside table of all people who want a seriously effective pathway to deeply improve themselves.

REGISTER-BASED STATISTICSRediscover this authoritative guide to register-based statistics filled with significant new improvementsIn the newly revised Third Edition of Register-based Statistics: Registers and the National Statistical System, Anders Wallgren and Britt Wallgren deliver a robust exploration of how register-based statistics can be used to its fullest potential. The authors describe how statistical institutes can work on long-term projects to improve administrative systems, as well as estimation methods that can improve the quality of statistical estimates based on registers with quality problems. Readers will also discover how to improve the ways register-statistical issues are introduced, as well as how to create population registers.Finally, the authors draw on their experience from teaching and consulting in several countries to explain how to implement register-based statistics.Key features of the third edition:* Discusses the problems new register countries face* Explains how registers will improve the efficiency of the national statistical system* Clarifies the importance of the system approach* Describes how a statistical population register can be created* Registers-based statistics require new skills and understanding of new concepts* Many important quality indicators are described* Explains difficult topics in a pedagogic wayPerfect for staff at national statistical institutes and administrative and ministerial authorities belonging to national statistical systems, Register-based Statistics will also prove to be an indispensable resource for undergraduate and graduate students in statistics programs and courses, as well as survey researchers and practitioners.

SMART HYBRID AC/DC MICROGRIDSAddresses the technical aspects and implementation challenges of smart hybrid AC/DC microgridsHybrid AC/DC Microgrids: Power Management, Energy Management, and Power Quality Control provides comprehensive coverage of interconnected smart hybrid microgrids, their different structures, and the technical issues associated with their control and implementation in the next generation of smart grids. This authoritative single-volume resource addresses smart hybrid microgrids power management, energy management, communications, power converter control, power quality, renewable generation integration, energy storage, and more.The book contains both basic and advanced technical information about smart hybrid AC/DC microgrids, featuring a detailed discussion of microgrid structures, communication technologies, and various configurations of interfacing power converters and control strategies. Numerous case studies highlight effective solutions for critical issues in hybrid microgrid operation, control and power quality compensation throughout the text. Topics include control strategies of renewable energy and energy storage interfacing converters in hybrid microgrids, supervisory control strategies of interfacing power converters for microgrid power management and energy microgrid, and smart interfacing power converters for power quality control. This volume:* Includes a thorough overview of hybrid AC/DC microgrid concepts, structures, and applications* Discusses communication and security enhancement techniques for guarding against cyberattacks* Provides detailed controls of smart interfacing power electronics converters from distributed generations and energy storage systems in hybrid AC/DC microgrids* Provides details on transient and steady-state power management systems in microgrids* Discusses energy management systems, hierarchical control, multi-agent control, and advanced distribution management control of smart microgrids* Identifies opportunities to control power quality with smart interfacing power electronic converters* Addresses power quality issues in the context of real-world applications in data centers, electric railway systems, and electric vehicle charging stationsSmart Hybrid AC/DC Microgrids: Power Management, Energy Management, and Power Quality Control is a valuable source of up-to-date information for senior undergraduate and graduate students as well as academic researchers and industry engineers in the areas of renewable energy, smart grids, microgrids, and power electronics.

Learn how to give the young adults in your life the knowledge, confidence, and motivation to make adult money decisions, and create their own strong financial foundation and independence, so you can all live richer lives.In Launching Financial Grownups, popular personal finance expert and Certified Financial Planner Bobbi Rebell gets candid about the very real-life challenges of getting young adults to choose to be financial grownups and develop their own financial foundation and security. She shares her own personal setbacks and solutions (both from her own past, and as a parent), and walks readers through the ups and downs of financial adulting milestones. Rebell has put together a practical and specific adulting launch plan for parents of young adults along with tips on how to open money discussions, the questions to ask your children, the most effective listening strategies, when to step in to stop them from making mistakes, and when to let them learn from their mistakes.Launching Financial Grownups provides the tools to help your teen or young adults navigate the challenges of adulthood including debt, credit cards, peer pressure that leads to bad money decisions, negotiations, how to manage their own household, different investing opportunities, insurance needs, charitable giving, the legal documents they need to have in place in case of an emergency, what they need to know about your finances and even starting to think about their retirement planning. All this while also addressing recent demographic trends driven by the pandemic including young adults moving back into their childhood homes, and becoming financially dependent, after having been independent.Launching Financial Grownups offers:* Solutions for parents who want to avoid 'cutting off' their kids at a seemingly arbitrary age or life milestone and are looking for more supportive solutions to get their young adults to be well adjusted financial grownups.* Strategies for parents to protect their own financial well-being and retirement resources.* Advice from top parenting and money experts including "How to Raise an Adult" author Julie Lythcott-Haims, "The Price You Pay for College" author Ron Lieber, "Grown and Flown" co-author Mary Dell Harrington, Tori Dunlap of "Her First 100K", "How to be a Happier Parent" author KJ Dell'Antonia, Tonya Rapley of My Fab Finance and Jean Chatzky, author and CEO of HerMoney MediaEssential for the parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends and everyone who is vested in the financial success and independence of young adults, Launching Financial Grownups is a must-have financial resource for long-overdue and timeless advice in an engaging and supportive package.

Pioneering outline of the concept which enhances 5G capabilities and will revolutionize the telecommunications industryOpen RAN Explained details the new architectures, functionalities, and interfaces of Open RAN models and explains the standards, principles, and practical aspects the operators need to know to be prepared for the new era. The work describes the challenges and opportunities of modularization and presents scenarios and recommendations for optimal network deployment considering techno-economic aspects. It further summarizes the latest key features and aspects of the Open RAN to provide readers with a single source of information that eases network deployment, device designing, and education of personnel and students interested in advanced mobile communications.Technically, the work references the latest specifications of the O-RAN Alliance and GSMA OP/TIP, complemented by the current 3GPP Release 16 specifications on the network virtualization and spit models for which deployment is expected from 2022-25.Written by an author working at the cutting edge of 5G development in industry, sample topics covered in Open RAN Explained include:* Open RAN architecture, exploring ideas like details of the requirements and challenges of the cloud runtime environment the Open RAN needs for O-Cloud* RAN modularization, covering the role of 4G and 5G, 3GPP split options, O-RAN options, and hardware design* O-RAN use cases, such as traffic steering, QoS and QoE optimization, massive MIMO, network slicing and service level assurance, and V2X handover* Open RAN planning and deployment, regarding Open RAN deployment scenarios, service-based planning aspects, optimization, site strategies, and morePresenting many practical examples to aid in reader comprehension, Open RAN Explained is an essential and accessible resource for operators, equipment manufacturers, service providers, regulators, and educational institutes alike to understand and explore the principles and details of the Open RAN.

Support your growing family without losing professional ground--a proven approachThe Parental Leave Playbook helps parents take control of their leave and make the most of what's considered a career timeout, but is actually a vital "time-in" for your life. If you're an expecting or new parent concerned about how your leave and return plans will affect your visibility, candidacy for promotion, work relationships, and performance (not to mention your identity and home life), this book will guide you into the smoothest transition possible. Most importantly, this book will help you as you grow and strengthen yourself and your family while remaining a professional.In The Parental Leave Playbook, you'll learn Dr. Amy Beacom's innovative R.E.T.A.I.N. framework and the three-phase, ten-touchpoint model, to coach yourself through the leave process. Beacom identifies the critical points before, during, and after leave where parents and managers must work together, and explains how parents can facilitate success by finessing the way they approach their manager and colleagues. These models are supported by case studies from the author's work in the field with leading organizations like Microsoft, and supplemented by resources such as the evidence-based Parental Leave Transition Assessment (PLTA) sample report, leave action plan templates, reflection prompts, and development exercises to enhance self-awareness and skills.You'll learn how to:* Communicate your parental leave plans effectively and at the right time* Set expectations with managers and colleagues to ensure a smooth transition* Learn how to maintain visibility, avoid being replaced, and continue your upward career trajectory during your parental leave and beyond* Grow and strengthen your family without sacrificing your professional gainsAll working parents-to-be can benefit from the ideas and proven tools in this direct and practical book.

Maintenance, Reliability and Troubleshooting in ROTATING MACHINERYThis broad collection of current rotating machinery topics, written by industry experts, is a must-have for rotating equipment engineers, maintenance personnel, students, and anyone else wanting to stay abreast with current rotating machinery concepts and technology.Rotating machinery represents a broad category of equipment, which includes pumps, compressors, fans, gas turbines, electric motors, internal combustion engines, and other equipment, that are critical to the efficient operation of process facilities around the world. These machines must be designed to move gases and liquids safely, reliably, and in an environmentally friendly manner. To fully understand rotating machinery, owners must be familiar with their associated technologies, such as machine design, lubrication, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, rotordynamics, vibration analysis, condition monitoring, maintenance practices, reliability theory, and other topics.The goal of the "Advances in Rotating Machinery" book series is to provide industry practitioners a time-savings means of learning about the most up-to-date rotating machinery ideas and best practices. This three-book series will cover industry-relevant topics, such as design assessments, modeling, reliability improvements, maintenance methods and best practices, reliability audits, data collection, data analysis, condition monitoring, and more.Volume one began the series by focusing on design and analysis. Volume two continues the series by covering important machinery reliability concepts and offering practical reliability improvement ideas. Best-in-class production facilities require exceptional machinery reliability performance. In this volume, exceptional machinery reliability is defined as the ability of critical rotating machines to consistently perform as designed, without degradation or failure, until their next scheduled overhaul. Readers will find this volume chock-full of practical ideas they can use to improve the reliability and efficiency of their machinery.Maintenance, Reliability and Troubleshooting in Rotating Machinery covers, among many other topics:* General machinery reliablity advice* Understanding failure data* Design audits and improvement ideas* Maintenace best practices* Analyzing failures

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT A FIELD GUIDEA comprehensive guide for all the electrical equipment in plants to understand their basic theories, relevant standards, operation and maintenance, challenges, and scope for future research.This valuable new volume is a must-have for any engineer. Covering almost all electrical equipment, such as generators, motors, transformers, cables, batteries, meters, relays, fuses, lamps, lightning arresters, circuit breakers, and so much more, it ­covers not only the basic theory, but also mathematical equations, selection guidelines, installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance, and many other practical applications. Equally as importantly, also covered here are all the applicable international standards, such as IEC and IEEE.This book is written in a simple language for easy understanding by field engineers. The rating plate of all the equipment is described in detail. The relevant details of the equipment have been taken from the reputed manufacturers' brochures and their operation manuals. This book serves as a guide for researchers to know the gaps in existing technologies and gives direction for future research. Academics can refer to this book to understand the field requirements and to prepare their curriculum accordingly.This groundbreaking new volume presents these topics and trends, bridging the research gap, and enables wide-scale implementation of efficient and effective operations. Whether for the veteran engineer or the student, this is a must-have for any library.This outstanding new volume:* Is a comprehensive, "one stop shop" guidebook for electrical engineers* Covers all the electrical machines, switchgear, meters and relays, cables, batteries, and many other types of equipment found on the shop or plant floor* Includes all the applicable international standards such as IEEE, IEC, NEMA, NFPA, and others* Lists out the gaps in the existing technology and opportunities for future researchAudience Electrical engineers, technicians, and other designers, engineers, and scientists who work with electrical equipment.

POLYMERS AND ADDITVES IN EXTREME ENVIRONMENTSUniquely catalogs polymers and additives for uses in extreme applications such as in high or low pressure, high or low temperature, deep water and other special applications.The book includes chapters on aqueous environments including polymeric membranes for water purification and wastewater treatment; extreme pressure environments such as oils and lubricants for combustion engines as well as materials used for deep drilling such as surfactants, scale inhibitors, foaming agents, defoamers, propellants, fracturing fluids; extreme temperatures is subdivided in high and low temperature applications including gasketing materials, fuel tank sealants, expulsion bladders, fuel cell materials, and on the other hand, cold weather articles and thermoregulatory textiles; electrical applications include solar cell devices, triboelectric generators, fuel cell applications, electrochromic materials and batteries; medical applications include polymers for contact lenses, materials for tissue engineering, sophisticated drug delivery systems; aerospace applications include outer space applications such as low temperature and pressure, also cosmic rays, outgassing, and atomic erosion, as well as materials for electrostactic dissipative coatings and space suits; a final chapter detailing materials that are used in other extreme environments, such as adhesives, and polymeric concrete materials.AudienceMaterials and polymer scientists working in manufacturing and plastics, civil and mechanical engineers in various industries such as automotive, aircraft, space, marine and shipping, electronics, construction, electrical, etc. will find this book essential. The book will also serve the needs of engineers and specialists who have only a passing contact with polymers and additives in industrial setting need to know more.

Reinvigorate your innovation approach with business ecosystemsIn a business ecosystem, different companies collaborate along and across previously sacrosanct industry barriers, encouraging innovation and the development of groundbreaking new products and services.Design Thinking for Business Growth delivers an eye-opening, fresh approach to designing and scaling business models and ecosystems. In this book, Michael Lewrick delivers a comprehensive procedural model for the design, development, and implementation of business ecosystems. He also presents the most critical design methods and tools you'll need to make your own ecosystem a success.* Fleshed out case studies and examples of companies with successful business ecosystem initiatives* A mindset for business growth, including the use of "design lenses" and the exploitation of momentum and speed to facilitate innovation* Practical exercises to better understand and implement the ideas discussed in the bookPerfect for founders, managers, and executives in industries of all types, Design Thinking for Business Growth also belongs in the libraries of product managers, department heads, and non-profit professionals who wish to better understand how to develop new and innovative ideas that lead to company growth and success.With a topical view of the design paradigm, Design Thinking for Business Growth complements the international bestsellers The Design Thinking Playbook and The Design Thinking Toolbox.If you are ready to apply a new design thinking mindset for remarkable business growth, Design Thinking for Business Growth is your ultimate tool for success.

The current volume continues the tradition of the Organic Syntheses series, providing carefully checked and edited experimental procedures that describe important synthetic methods, transformations, reagents, and synthetic building blocks or intermediates with demonstrated utility in organic synthesis. These significant and interesting procedures should prove worthwhile to many synthetic chemists working in increasingly diverse areas. A trusted guide for professionals in organic and medicinal chemistry in academia, government, and industries, including pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, agrochemicals, and biotechnological products.

Ein unverzichtbarer Leitfaden bei der Anwendung computergestützter Statistik in der modernen DatenwissenschaftIn Computational Statistics in Data Science präsentiert ein Team aus bekannten Mathematikern und Statistikern eine fundierte Zusammenstellung von Konzepten, Theorien, Techniken und Praktiken der computergestützten Statistik für ein Publikum, das auf der Suche nach einem einzigen, umfassenden Referenzwerk für Statistik in der modernen Datenwissenschaft ist. Das Buch enthält etliche Kapitel zu den wesentlichen konkreten Bereichen der computergestützten Statistik, in denen modernste Techniken zeitgemäß und verständlich dargestellt werden.Darüber hinaus bietet Computational Statistics in Data Science einen kostenlosen Zugang zu den fertigen Einträgen im Online-Nachschlagewerk Wiley StatsRef: Statistics Reference Online. Außerdem erhalten die Leserinnen und Leser:* Eine gründliche Einführung in die computergestützte Statistik mit relevanten und verständlichen Informationen für Anwender und Forscher in verschiedenen datenintensiven Bereichen* Umfassende Erläuterungen zu aktuellen Themen in der Statistik, darunter Big Data, Datenstromverarbeitung, quantitative Visualisierung und Deep LearningDas Werk eignet sich perfekt für Forscher und Wissenschaftler sämtlicher Fachbereiche, die Techniken der computergestützten Statistik auf einem gehobenen oder fortgeschrittenen Niveau anwenden müssen. Zudem gehört Computational Statistics in Data Science in das Bücherregal von Wissenschaftlern, die sich mit der Erforschung und Entwicklung von Techniken der computergestützten Statistik und statistischen Grafiken beschäftigen.

Discover the latest developments in IoT Big Data with a new resource from established and emerging leaders in the fieldBig Data Analytics for Internet of Things delivers a comprehensive overview of all aspects of big data analytics in Internet of Things (IoT) systems. The book includes discussions of the enabling technologies of IoT data analytics, types of IoT data analytics, challenges in IoT data analytics, demand for IoT data analytics, computing platforms, analytical tools, privacy, and security.The distinguished editors have included resources that address key techniques in the analysis of IoT data. The book demonstrates how to select the appropriate techniques to unearth valuable insights from IoT data and offers novel designs for IoT systems.With an abiding focus on practical strategies with concrete applications for data analysts and IoT professionals, Big Data Analytics for Internet of Things also offers readers: A thorough introduction to the Internet of Things, including IoT architectures, enabling technologies, and applicationsAn exploration of the intersection between the Internet of Things and Big Data, including IoT as a source of Big Data, the unique characteristics of IoT data, etc.A discussion of the IoT data analytics, including the data analytical requirements of IoT data and the types of IoT analytics, including predictive, descriptive, and prescriptive analyticsA treatment of machine learning techniques for IoT data analyticsPerfect for professionals, industry practitioners, and researchers engaged in big data analytics related to IoT systems, Big Data Analytics for Internet of Things will also earn a place in the libraries of IoT designers and manufacturers interested in facilitating the efficient implementation of data analytics strategies.

Harmonic Modeling of Voltage Source Converters using Basic Numerical MethodsOne of the first books to bridge the gap between frequency domain and time-domain methods of steady-state modeling of power electronic convertersHarmonic Modeling of Voltage Source Converters using Basic Numerical Methods presents detailed coverage of steady-state modeling of power electronic devices (PEDs). This authoritative resource describes both large-signal and small-signal modeling of power converters and how some of the simple and commonly used numerical methods can be applied for harmonic analysis and modeling of power converter systems. The book covers a variety of power converters including DC-DC converters, diode bridge rectifiers (AC-DC), and voltage source converters (DC-AC).The authors provide in-depth guidance on modeling and simulating power converter systems. Detailed chapters contain relevant theory, practical examples, clear illustrations, sample Python and MATLAB codes, and validation enabling readers to build their own harmonic models for various PEDs and integrate them with existing power flow programs such as OpenDss.This book:* Presents comprehensive large-signal and small-signal harmonic modeling of voltage source converters with various topologies* Describes how to use accurate steady-state models of PEDs to predict how device harmonics will interact with the rest of the power system* Explains the definitions of harmonics, power quality indices, and steady-state analysis of power systems* Covers generalized steady-state modeling techniques, and accelerated methods for closed-loop converters* Shows how the presented models can be combined with neural networks for power system parameter estimationsHarmonic Modeling of Voltage Source Converters using Basic Numerical Methods is an indispensable reference and guide for researchers and graduate students involved in power quality and harmonic analysis, power engineers working in the field of harmonic power flow, developers of power simulation software, and academics and power industry professionals wanting to learn about harmonic modeling on power converters.

The Industrial Revolution caused a paradigm shift from an agrarian economy to a manufacturing economy, giving birth to the industrial city. 'City' became synonymous with a concentration of factories causing unfiltered scenes between centres of production and urban dwellings. The corrupted image of the city ultimately led to the displacement and separation of production away from residential zones in the 20th century. However, new innovative manufacturing technologies are allowing a coexistence between factories and dwellings through hybrid typologies that blend production back into the urban fabric. This AD issue discusses the implications of the re-emergence of production as an architectural and urban agenda through hybrid models that engage a new socioeconomic shift. Given the contemporary circumstances of a global pandemic affecting global supply chains, it is necessary to deliver a vision for a new productive urbanism that allows autonomous circular economies to flourish. Our 21st-century cities have an obligation to explore a new industrial revolution of shared economies that optimise the use of the legacy systems, infrastructure and building stock. Yet it is ultimately up to architecture to take arms in delivering new typologies.Contributors: Frank Barkow, Michele Bonino and Maria Paola Repellino, Kristiaan Borret, Vicente Guallart, Tali Hatuka, Doojin Hwang, Yerin Kang and Chihoon Lee, Kengo Kuma, Wesley Leeman, Scott Lloyd and Alexis Kalagas, Winy Maas, DK Osseo-Asare, Marina Otero Verzier, Nina Rappaport, and Shohei Shigematsu.Featured architects: Barkow Leibinger, DJH Architects, Goldsmith, Kengo Kuma & Associates, MVRDV, OMA, and TEN.

An incisive collection of essays highlighting conflict and peace issues in the Global South, with coverage of theory, method, mediated, case-oriented, and innovative approachesIn Handbook of Conflict and Peace Communication, renowned communication and media scholar Dr. Sudeshna Roy delivers an authoritative exploration of a variety of critical conflicts in the world and a spectrum of approaches to peace communication. This book offers an in-depth view of how intricate and intractable conflicts can be and how the communicative aspects of conflict are equally challenging. The author reviews and guides readers through classic and contemporary analysis in the field, providing a truly interdisciplinary work.Handbook of Conflict and Peace Communication is divided into five navigable sections--Theory Development, Method Development, Traditional/Digital Media and Peace and Conflict, Case Studies, and Innovative Approaches - that help illuminate workable and innovative peace communication strategies relevant to today's conflicts.Readers will also find:* Informative contributions from a collection of outstanding scholars, practitioners, and activists* Comprehensive explorations of past conflict communication theory in the context of contemporary theory* Practical tools to navigate complex local and global conflicts* In-depth examinations of strategies of peace communication from the margins that acknowledge and elevate solutions for and from the most vulnerablePerfect for undergraduate and graduate students, scholars, and practitioners of peace and conflict studies, media studies, intercultural communication, human rights, and social justice, Handbook of Conflict and Peace Communication will also earn a place in the libraries of interdisciplinary studies involving philosophy, anthropology, political science, history, geography, economics, psychology, and others.