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Nanomaterials

Advances and Applications

Edited by Dheeraj Kumar Singh, Sanjay Singh, Prabhakar Singh ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights recent advances and evolution of various nanomaterials and their potential in diverse research fields. The book covers the synthesis and characterization of various nanomaterials, followed by discussion on desired applications such as clean and green renewable energy, coating, sensors, thermal applications, microelectronics, biomedical applications such as drug carriers, ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book highlights recent advances and evolution of various nanomaterials and their potential in diverse research fields. The book covers the synthesis and characterization of various nanomaterials, followed by discussion on desired applications such as clean and green renewable energy, coating, sensors, thermal applications, microelectronics, biomedical applications such as drug carriers,
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Phase Transformation in Metals

Mathematics, Theory, and Practice

by Nestor Perez ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This new edition retains its class-tested explanation of the physics of phase transformation and associated constraints from a metallurgical/materials science point of view, and adds an enhanced treatment of the underlying theoretical concepts with greater clarification. The new edition continues its examination of crystallography, mass transport by diffusion, thermodynamics, heat transfer and ... Read more

$197.99 USD

This new edition retains its class-tested explanation of the physics of phase transformation and associated constraints from a metallurgical/materials science point of view, and adds an enhanced treatment of the underlying theoretical concepts with greater clarification. The new edition continues its examination of crystallography, mass transport by diffusion, thermodynamics, heat transfer and
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Two-dimensional Hybrid Composites

Synthesis, Properties and Applications

Edited by Neetu Talreja, Divya Chauhan, Mohammad Ashfaq ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights a comprehensive review of synthesis, properties, and strategies to improve the applicability of 2D materials like graphene, borophenes, metal nanosheets, phosphorene, and transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs). It also highlights the synthesis of 2D-based hybrid composite materials and their effects on applicability, especially in energy, environment, and biomedical ... Read more

$98.99 USD

This book highlights a comprehensive review of synthesis, properties, and strategies to improve the applicability of 2D materials like graphene, borophenes, metal nanosheets, phosphorene, and transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs). It also highlights the synthesis of 2D-based hybrid composite materials and their effects on applicability, especially in energy, environment, and biomedical
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Thin Film Deposition Techniques

Thin Film Deposition Techniques and Its Applications in Different Fields

by Tahir Iqbal Awan, Sumera Afsheen, Sabah Kausar ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book describes the basics and historical aspects of thin film. The introductory chapter of this book contains various aspects about thin-film deposition methods, significance of nanomaterials in the fabrication of thin film, certain fundamental characteristics of thin films (electrical, optical, and morphological), some challenges (thickness uniformity, film adhesion issues, temperature ... Read more

$197.99 USD

This book describes the basics and historical aspects of thin film. The introductory chapter of this book contains various aspects about thin-film deposition methods, significance of nanomaterials in the fabrication of thin film, certain fundamental characteristics of thin films (electrical, optical, and morphological), some challenges (thickness uniformity, film adhesion issues, temperature
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Physics of Quantum Rings

Edited by Vladimir M. Fomin ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book deals with a new class of materials, quantum rings. Innovative recent advances in experimental and theoretical physics of quantum rings are based on the most advanced state-of-the-art fabrication and characterization techniques as well as theoretical methods. The experimental efforts allow to obtain a new class of semiconductor quantum rings formed by capping self-organized quantum dots ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book deals with a new class of materials, quantum rings. Innovative recent advances in experimental and theoretical physics of quantum rings are based on the most advanced state-of-the-art fabrication and characterization techniques as well as theoretical methods. The experimental efforts allow to obtain a new class of semiconductor quantum rings formed by capping self-organized quantum dots
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Superconductivity: Discoveries and Discoverers

Ten Physics Nobel Laureates Tell Their Story

by Kristian Fossheim ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book is about the work of 10 great scientists; who they were and are, their personal background and how they achieved their outstanding results and took their prominent place in science history. We follow one of physics and science history's most enigmatic phenomena, superconductivity, through 100 years, from its discovery in 1911 to the present, not as a history book in the usual sense, but ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book is about the work of 10 great scientists; who they were and are, their personal background and how they achieved their outstanding results and took their prominent place in science history. We follow one of physics and science history's most enigmatic phenomena, superconductivity, through 100 years, from its discovery in 1911 to the present, not as a history book in the usual sense, but
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Nanostructures and Thin Films for Multifunctional Applications

Technology, Properties and Devices

Edited by Ion Tiginyanu, Pavel Topala, Veaceslav Ursaki ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book is focused on recent advances in the development of thin films for photovoltaic applications, TiO2/WO3 bi-layers for applications with enhanced photo-catalytic properties, nanometer oxide and hydroxide films for anticorrosive coatings, surface passivation in chemical industries, micro- and nanoelectronics, trilayers of metglas and lead free piezoelectrics for magnetic field sensors, ... Read more

$188.99 USD

This book is focused on recent advances in the development of thin films for photovoltaic applications, TiO2/WO3 bi-layers for applications with enhanced photo-catalytic properties, nanometer oxide and hydroxide films for anticorrosive coatings, surface passivation in chemical industries, micro- and nanoelectronics, trilayers of metglas and lead free piezoelectrics for magnetic field sensors,
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Spin Glasses

Criticality and Energy Landscapes

by Marco Baity Jesi ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis addresses the surprising features of zero-temperature statics and dynamics of several spin glass models, including correlations between soft spins that arise spontaneously during avalanches, and the discovery of localized states that involve the presence of two-level systems. It also presents the only detailed historiographical research on the spin glass theory. Despite the extreme ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis addresses the surprising features of zero-temperature statics and dynamics of several spin glass models, including correlations between soft spins that arise spontaneously during avalanches, and the discovery of localized states that involve the presence of two-level systems. It also presents the only detailed historiographical research on the spin glass theory. Despite the extreme
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Microwave Assisted Synthesis of Materials

by Charu Lata Dube ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents innovative, cutting-edge techniques for microwave processing of semiconducting materials. Microwave processing is a rapid, energy-efficient and environmentally friendly technique of sintering and calcining which can lead to a reduction of 86% in sintering time and energy saving of 96% in comparison to conventional sintering methods. This technique is capable of processing almost ... Read more

$107.99 USD

This book presents innovative, cutting-edge techniques for microwave processing of semiconducting materials. Microwave processing is a rapid, energy-efficient and environmentally friendly technique of sintering and calcining which can lead to a reduction of 86% in sintering time and energy saving of 96% in comparison to conventional sintering methods. This technique is capable of processing almost
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ZnO Tetrapods

Basics, Modeling, Synthesis, and Applications

Edited by K. Thangaraju, Paul Joseph Daniel, V. Jayalakshmi, Yogendra Kumar Mishra ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights recent trends and results based on the focused investigations on zinc oxide tetrapods, a specific morphology of ZnO with intriguing structural and optoelectronic features viable for several novel applications. First, it presents a comprehensive introduction to ZnO tetrapods, explaining the unique characteristics that prompt interest for research and real-time applications. It ... Read more

$179.99 USD

This book highlights recent trends and results based on the focused investigations on zinc oxide tetrapods, a specific morphology of ZnO with intriguing structural and optoelectronic features viable for several novel applications. First, it presents a comprehensive introduction to ZnO tetrapods, explaining the unique characteristics that prompt interest for research and real-time applications. It
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Smart Materials and Structures

Proceedings of the 4th European and 2nd MIMR Conference, Harrogate, UK, 6-8 July 1998

Edited by G.R Tomlinson, W.A Bullough ...

Significant changes have occurred in materials science, including increasing demands on life extensions, and the reliability and exploitability of components, materials, and structures. These changes provide smart technologies with excellent application opportunities in aerospace, civil and electrical engineering, transportation, manufacturing, com ... Read more

$790.99 USD

Significant changes have occurred in materials science, including increasing demands on life extensions, and the reliability and exploitability of components, materials, and structures. These changes provide smart technologies with excellent application opportunities in aerospace, civil and electrical engineering, transportation, manufacturing, com
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Phases of Matter and their Transitions

Concepts and Principles for Chemists, Physicists, Engineers, and Materials Scientists

by Gijsbertus de With ...

Phases of Matter and their TransitionsAn all-in-one, comprehensive take on matter and its phase propertiesIn Phases of Matter and their Transitions, accomplished materials scientist Dr. Gijsbertus de With delivers an accessible textbook for advanced students in the molecular sciences. It offers a balanced and self-contained treatment of the thermodynamic and structural aspects of phases and the ... Read more

$108.00 USD

Phases of Matter and their TransitionsAn all-in-one, comprehensive take on matter and its phase propertiesIn Phases of Matter and their Transitions, accomplished materials scientist Dr. Gijsbertus de With delivers an accessible textbook for advanced students in the molecular sciences. It offers a balanced and self-contained treatment of the thermodynamic and structural aspects of phases and the
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The gm/ID Methodology, a sizing tool for low-voltage analog CMOS Circuits

The semi-empirical and compact model approaches

by Paul Jespers ...

Series series Analog Circuits and Signal Processing
In "The gm/ID Methodology, a Sizing Tool for Low-Voltage Analog CMOS Circuits", we compare the semi-empirical to the compact model approach. Small numbers of parameters make the compact model attractive for the model paves the way towards analytic expressions unaffordable otherwise. The E.K.V model is a good candidate, but when it comes to short channel devices, compact models are either ... Read more

$116.99 USD

In "The gm/ID Methodology, a Sizing Tool for Low-Voltage Analog CMOS Circuits", we compare the semi-empirical to the compact model approach. Small numbers of parameters make the compact model attractive for the model paves the way towards analytic expressions unaffordable otherwise. The E.K.V model is a good candidate, but when it comes to short channel devices, compact models are either
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Generalized Optomechanics And Its Applications: Quantum Optical Properties Of Generalized Optomechanical System

by Jin-jin Li, Ka-di Zhu ...

A mechanical oscillator coupled to the optical field in a cavity is a typical cavity optomechanical system. In our textbook, we prepare to introduce the quantum optical properties of optomechanical system, i.e. linear and nonlinear effects. Some quantum optical devices based on optomechanical system are also presented in the monograph, such as the Kerr modulator, quantum optical transistor, ... Read more

$35.99 USD

A mechanical oscillator coupled to the optical field in a cavity is a typical cavity optomechanical system. In our textbook, we prepare to introduce the quantum optical properties of optomechanical system, i.e. linear and nonlinear effects. Some quantum optical devices based on optomechanical system are also presented in the monograph, such as the Kerr modulator, quantum optical transistor,
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Gerthsen Physik

by Christian Gerthsen ...

Series series Life Science and Basic Disciplines (German Language)
Für die Studierenden der Physik im Haupt- und Nebenfach ist der Gerthsen ein unverzichtbarer und kompetenter Begleiter durch das gesamte Studium. Nahezu alle Studierenden beginnen mit dem Klassiker Gerthsen. Sämtliche Gebiete der Physik werden ausführlich und gut verständlich dargestellt. Das Buch stellt alle klassischen Themen vor - Mechanik, Wärmelehre, Elektrodynamik, Optik. Darauf aufbauende ... Read more

$28.99 USD

Für die Studierenden der Physik im Haupt- und Nebenfach ist der Gerthsen ein unverzichtbarer und kompetenter Begleiter durch das gesamte Studium. Nahezu alle Studierenden beginnen mit dem Klassiker Gerthsen. Sämtliche Gebiete der Physik werden ausführlich und gut verständlich dargestellt. Das Buch stellt alle klassischen Themen vor - Mechanik, Wärmelehre, Elektrodynamik, Optik. Darauf aufbauende
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Computational Materials, Chemistry, and Biochemistry: From Bold Initiatives to the Last Mile

In Honor of William A. Goddard’s Contributions to Science and Engineering

Edited by Sadasivan Shankar, Richard Muller, Thom Dunning, Guan Hua Chen ...

Series Book 284 - Springer Series in Materials Science
This book provides a broad and nuanced overview of the achievements and legacy of Professor William (“Bill”) Goddard in the field of computational materials and molecular science. Leading researchers from around the globe discuss Goddard’s work and its lasting impacts, which can be seen in today’s cutting-edge chemistry, materials science, and biology techniques. Each section of the book closes ... Read more

$215.99 USD

This book provides a broad and nuanced overview of the achievements and legacy of Professor William (“Bill”) Goddard in the field of computational materials and molecular science. Leading researchers from around the globe discuss Goddard’s work and its lasting impacts, which can be seen in today’s cutting-edge chemistry, materials science, and biology techniques. Each section of the book closes
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Advances in Engineering Materials

Select Proceedings of FLAME 2020

Edited by Bhupendra Prakash Sharma, G. Srinivasa Rao, Sumit Gupta, Pallav Gupta, Anamika Prasad ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Future Learning Aspects of Mechanical Engineering (FLAME 2020). This book, in particular, focuses on characterizing materials using novel techniques. It covers a variety of advanced materials, viz. composites, coatings, nanomaterials, materials for fuel cells, biomaterials among others. The book also discusses advanced ... Read more

$287.99 USD

This book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Future Learning Aspects of Mechanical Engineering (FLAME 2020). This book, in particular, focuses on characterizing materials using novel techniques. It covers a variety of advanced materials, viz. composites, coatings, nanomaterials, materials for fuel cells, biomaterials among others. The book also discusses advanced
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MXenes for Sustainable Development

Comprehensive Insights and Innovative Applications

Edited by Virat Khanna, Rashmi Walvekar ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book serves as a detailed guide to MXenes and their diverse applications in various domains, helping to achieve sustainable development. It begins with a thorough exploration of the introduction, synthesis, and characterization of MXenes, laying the foundation for understanding their significance as key building blocks for sustainability. The subsequent sections delve into MXene's pivotal ... Read more

$197.99 USD

This book serves as a detailed guide to MXenes and their diverse applications in various domains, helping to achieve sustainable development. It begins with a thorough exploration of the introduction, synthesis, and characterization of MXenes, laying the foundation for understanding their significance as key building blocks for sustainability. The subsequent sections delve into MXene's pivotal
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Quasi-one-dimensional Organic Superconductors

by Wei Zhang, Carlos A R Sa De Melo ...

Series Book 5 - Peking University-world Scientific Advanced Physics Series
The book includes a thorough description of a wide range of physical properties of organic superconductors of reduced dimensionality. The authors start with an overview of the field followed by a background discussion and selected experimental topics. A critical discussion of theoretical proposals is presented under the constraints of experimental observations and exciting possibilities for the ... Read more

$77.99 USD

The book includes a thorough description of a wide range of physical properties of organic superconductors of reduced dimensionality. The authors start with an overview of the field followed by a background discussion and selected experimental topics. A critical discussion of theoretical proposals is presented under the constraints of experimental observations and exciting possibilities for the
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Micromachined Circuits and Devices

Microwave to Sub-millimeter Applications

by Shiban Kishen Koul, Sukomal Dey ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book presents the design of different switching and resonant devices using the present state-of-the-art radio frequency (RF) micromachining (MEMS) technology. Different topologies of MEMS switches have been discussed considering optimum performances over microwave to millimeter wave frequency range. Wide varieties of micromachined switching networks starting from single-pole-double-throw ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book presents the design of different switching and resonant devices using the present state-of-the-art radio frequency (RF) micromachining (MEMS) technology. Different topologies of MEMS switches have been discussed considering optimum performances over microwave to millimeter wave frequency range. Wide varieties of micromachined switching networks starting from single-pole-double-throw
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50 Years of the Renormalization Group

Dedicated to the Memory of Michael E Fisher

by Amnon Aharony, Ora Entin-Wohlman, David A Huse ...

The contributions in the book are devoted to the memory of Michael E Fisher, and hence include many personal memories from people whose work was influenced by him. Also, the book is a collection of articles from leaders in the field of phase transitions and critical phenomena, to celebrate 50 years of the renormalization group and the 1972 paper by Wilson and Fisher. Many of the articles review, ... Read more

$44.99 USD

The contributions in the book are devoted to the memory of Michael E Fisher, and hence include many personal memories from people whose work was influenced by him. Also, the book is a collection of articles from leaders in the field of phase transitions and critical phenomena, to celebrate 50 years of the renormalization group and the 1972 paper by Wilson and Fisher. Many of the articles review,
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Advanced Materials

Proceedings of the International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2019

Edited by Ivan A. Parinov, Shun-Hsyung Chang, Banh Tien Long ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents selected peer-reviewed contributions from the 2019 International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2019 (Hanoi, Vietnam, 7–10 November, 2019), divided into four scientific themes: processing techniques, physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials. The book describes a broad spectrum of promising nanostructures, ... Read more

$188.99 USD

This book presents selected peer-reviewed contributions from the 2019 International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2019 (Hanoi, Vietnam, 7–10 November, 2019), divided into four scientific themes: processing techniques, physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials. The book describes a broad spectrum of promising nanostructures,
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Anisotropy of Metamaterials

Beyond Conventional Paradigms

by Vladimir Mityushev, Tatjana Gric, Radoslaw Kycia, Natalia Rylko ...

Series series Series in Optics and Optoelectronics
Anisotropy of Metamaterials: Beyond Conventional Paradigms provides a comprehensive introduction to the mathematical modeling of metamaterials based on the macroscopic complex-valued permittivity tensor of dispersed random composites. Key topics include physical and mathematical theory, computer simulations, constructive homogenization, classification of dispersed random composites and their ... Read more

$77.99 USD

Anisotropy of Metamaterials: Beyond Conventional Paradigms provides a comprehensive introduction to the mathematical modeling of metamaterials based on the macroscopic complex-valued permittivity tensor of dispersed random composites. Key topics include physical and mathematical theory, computer simulations, constructive homogenization, classification of dispersed random composites and their
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Hybrid Nanostructures as Solid-State Sensors for IoT

Edited by Aniruddha Mondal, Arindam Biswas ...

The book provides an in-depth discussion of various Hybrid Nanostructures as solid-state sensors in the context of the Internet of Things (IoT). It explains the vital role that sensors play in IoT to aid in discovering what possibilities ought to be addressed to make the data more meaningful. The book highlights the applicability of biosensing field effect transistor (FET) technology with a ... Read more

$77.99 USD

The book provides an in-depth discussion of various Hybrid Nanostructures as solid-state sensors in the context of the Internet of Things (IoT). It explains the vital role that sensors play in IoT to aid in discovering what possibilities ought to be addressed to make the data more meaningful. The book highlights the applicability of biosensing field effect transistor (FET) technology with a
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