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Fundamentals of Solid State Engineering

by Manijeh Razeghi ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
The fourth edition of this class-tested, multi-disciplinary introduction to solid state engineering adds dozens of revised and updated sections and problems, as well as three new chapters on solar energy harvesting, thermal and photothermal energy harvesting, and photo-thermovoltaics. Combining concepts from physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, materials science, and mechanical engineering, ... Read more

$89.09 USD

The fourth edition of this class-tested, multi-disciplinary introduction to solid state engineering adds dozens of revised and updated sections and problems, as well as three new chapters on solar energy harvesting, thermal and photothermal energy harvesting, and photo-thermovoltaics. Combining concepts from physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, materials science, and mechanical engineering,
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Nanomaterials and Nanocomposites, Nanostructure Surfaces, and Their Applications

Selected Proceedings of the 8th International Conference Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO2020), 26–29 August 2020, Lviv, Ukraine

Edited by Olena Fesenko, Leonid Yatsenko ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book highlights some of the latest advances in nanotechnology and nanomaterials from leading researchers in Ukraine, Europe and beyond. It features contributions presented at the 8th International Science and Practice Conference Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO2020), which was held on August 26–29, 2020 at Lviv Polytechnic National University, and was jointly organized by the Institute ... Read more

$188.09 USD

This book highlights some of the latest advances in nanotechnology and nanomaterials from leading researchers in Ukraine, Europe and beyond. It features contributions presented at the 8th International Science and Practice Conference Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO2020), which was held on August 26–29, 2020 at Lviv Polytechnic National University, and was jointly organized by the Institute
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Passive and Active Circuits by Example

by Erkan Yuce, Shahram Minaei ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book enables readers to become familiar with passive and active realizations of the impedances and important filter transfer functions (TFs). Firstly, time, s, and frequency domain analysis of the R-L, R-C, and R-L-C circuits are discussed. Then, active realizations of the impedances and TFs using different active devices are introduced. Readers will benefit from an example-driven approach to ... Read more

$80.99 USD

This book enables readers to become familiar with passive and active realizations of the impedances and important filter transfer functions (TFs). Firstly, time, s, and frequency domain analysis of the R-L, R-C, and R-L-C circuits are discussed. Then, active realizations of the impedances and TFs using different active devices are introduced. Readers will benefit from an example-driven approach to
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Electronic Distance Measurement

An Introduction

by Jean M. Rüeger ...

Series series Earth and Environmental Science (R0)
The book has evolved from the author's continuing teaching of the subject and from two editions of a text of the same title. The first edition was published in 1978 by the School of Surveying, Universi ty of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia. Like its predecessors, this totally revised third edition is designed to make the subject matter more readily available to students proceeding to degrees in ... Read more

$80.09 USD

The book has evolved from the author's continuing teaching of the subject and from two editions of a text of the same title. The first edition was published in 1978 by the School of Surveying, Universi ty of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia. Like its predecessors, this totally revised third edition is designed to make the subject matter more readily available to students proceeding to degrees in
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The Physics of Semiconductors

An Introduction Including Nanophysics and Applications

by Marius Grundmann ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
The 4th edition of this highly successful textbook features copious material for a complete upper-level undergraduate or graduate course, guiding readers to the point where they can choose a specialized topic and begin supervised research. The textbook provides an integrated approach beginning from the essential principles of solid-state and semiconductor physics to their use in various classic ... Read more

$107.09 USD

The 4th edition of this highly successful textbook features copious material for a complete upper-level undergraduate or graduate course, guiding readers to the point where they can choose a specialized topic and begin supervised research. The textbook provides an integrated approach beginning from the essential principles of solid-state and semiconductor physics to their use in various classic
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Lectures on Generalized Global Symmetries

Principles and Applications

by Nabil Iqbal ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This open access book provides an introductory set of lectures on generalized global symmetries, originally delivered at the Jena TPI School on Quantum Field Theory and Holography. It is designed to be accessible to readers with a basic understanding of quantum field theory. The topics include an introduction to higher-form symmetries and their applications in various contexts: Abelian and non ... Read more

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This open access book provides an introductory set of lectures on generalized global symmetries, originally delivered at the Jena TPI School on Quantum Field Theory and Holography. It is designed to be accessible to readers with a basic understanding of quantum field theory. The topics include an introduction to higher-form symmetries and their applications in various contexts: Abelian and non
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Cosserat Continuum Mechanics

With Applications to Granular Media

by Ioannis Vardoulakis (Deceased) ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This textbook explores the theory of Cosserat continuum mechanics, and covers fundamental tools, general laws and major models, as well as applications to the mechanics of granular media. While classical continuum mechanics is based on the axiom that the stress tensor is symmetric, theories such as that expressed in the seminal work of the brothers Eugène and François Cosserat are characterized by ... Read more

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This textbook explores the theory of Cosserat continuum mechanics, and covers fundamental tools, general laws and major models, as well as applications to the mechanics of granular media. While classical continuum mechanics is based on the axiom that the stress tensor is symmetric, theories such as that expressed in the seminal work of the brothers Eugène and François Cosserat are characterized by
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Principles of Soft-Matter Dynamics

Basic Theories, Non-invasive Methods, Mesoscopic Aspects

by Rainer Kimmich ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
Practical applications of soft-matter dynamics are of vital importance in material science, chemical engineering, biophysics and biotechnology, food processing, plastic industry, micro- and nano-system technology, and other technologies based on non-crystalline and non-glassy materials.Principles of Soft-Matter Dynamics. Basic Theories, Non-invasive Methods, Mesoscopic Aspects covers fundamental ... Read more

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Practical applications of soft-matter dynamics are of vital importance in material science, chemical engineering, biophysics and biotechnology, food processing, plastic industry, micro- and nano-system technology, and other technologies based on non-crystalline and non-glassy materials.Principles of Soft-Matter Dynamics. Basic Theories, Non-invasive Methods, Mesoscopic Aspects covers fundamental
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Beautiful Platters and Delicious Boards

Over 150 Recipes and Tips for Crafting Memorable Charcuterie Serving Boards

by The Coastal Kitchen ...

Beautiful Platters & Delicious Boards will teach you how to craft an array of serving boards sure to satisfy all tastes and budgets!Whether it is a gorgeous assortment of cheeses for a formal dinner party, or a simple afternoon nibble of nuts and sliced fruit, offering up anything on a serving board instantly elevates the moment. This book makes a delicious serving board design within reach no ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Beautiful Platters & Delicious Boards will teach you how to craft an array of serving boards sure to satisfy all tastes and budgets!Whether it is a gorgeous assortment of cheeses for a formal dinner party, or a simple afternoon nibble of nuts and sliced fruit, offering up anything on a serving board instantly elevates the moment. This book makes a delicious serving board design within reach no
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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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Gas Sensors

Principles, Physics, and Technology

by Cesare Malagù, Giulia Zonta ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This textbook presents a comprehensive theoretical analysis of the physics underlying semiconductor materials used in gas sensing applications.Beginning with the fundamentals of quantum mechanics and solid-state physics, the text systematically explores the physical principles and operational mechanisms of chemoresistive sensors. Through an innovative approach and a depth of coverage not found in ... Read more

$71.99 USD

This textbook presents a comprehensive theoretical analysis of the physics underlying semiconductor materials used in gas sensing applications.Beginning with the fundamentals of quantum mechanics and solid-state physics, the text systematically explores the physical principles and operational mechanisms of chemoresistive sensors. Through an innovative approach and a depth of coverage not found in
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Guida allo studio della computazione quantistica

by Stefano Olivares ...

Series series Italian language eBook collection
Questo libro di testo offre un’introduzione completa ai principi e ai metodi della computazione quantistica, pensata per la comunità universitaria. Dopo aver rivisto gli elementi di base della logica classica e della meccanica quantistica, il testo illustra come queste discipline si integrino nella computazione quantistica. Tra gli argomenti principali figurano le porte logiche quantistiche, ... Read more

$31.49 USD

Questo libro di testo offre un’introduzione completa ai principi e ai metodi della computazione quantistica, pensata per la comunità universitaria. Dopo aver rivisto gli elementi di base della logica classica e della meccanica quantistica, il testo illustra come queste discipline si integrino nella computazione quantistica. Tra gli argomenti principali figurano le porte logiche quantistiche,
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Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Materials

by K. Anantha Padmanabhan, S Balasivanandha Prabu, Akash Bhattacharjee, B P Gautham ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles of thermodynamics and kinetics in materials science, offering a balanced integration of theoretical frameworks, computational methodologies, and real-world applications. Covering both equilibrium and non-equilibrium thermodynamics, it introduces key concepts such as thermodynamic laws, phase diagrams, reaction kinetics, ... Read more

$71.99 USD

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles of thermodynamics and kinetics in materials science, offering a balanced integration of theoretical frameworks, computational methodologies, and real-world applications. Covering both equilibrium and non-equilibrium thermodynamics, it introduces key concepts such as thermodynamic laws, phase diagrams, reaction kinetics,
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Equilibrium and Nonequilibrium Aspects of Phase Transitions in Quantum Physics

by Ricardo Puebla ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
In this book, the equilibrium and nonequilibrium properties of continuous phase transitions are studied in various systems, with a special emphasis on understanding how well-established universal traits at equilibrium may be extended into the dynamic realm, going beyond the paradigmatic Kibble–Zurek mechanism of defect formation. This book reports on the existence of a quantum phase transition in ... Read more

$89.09 USD

In this book, the equilibrium and nonequilibrium properties of continuous phase transitions are studied in various systems, with a special emphasis on understanding how well-established universal traits at equilibrium may be extended into the dynamic realm, going beyond the paradigmatic Kibble–Zurek mechanism of defect formation. This book reports on the existence of a quantum phase transition in
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Additive Manufacturing Classification

by Sanjay Kumar ...

Series series eBColl Synthesis Collection 11
Additive manufacturing classification is one of the biggest issues faced by AM community. The book provides a comprehensive classification of AM, which can be useful to anyone working in any area of manufacturing. As the classification depends on the interrelation of various AM processes, the book provides concise and critical information of those processes, which can be helpful to anyone looking ... Read more

$58.49 USD

Additive manufacturing classification is one of the biggest issues faced by AM community. The book provides a comprehensive classification of AM, which can be useful to anyone working in any area of manufacturing. As the classification depends on the interrelation of various AM processes, the book provides concise and critical information of those processes, which can be helpful to anyone looking
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Biocompatible Nanocomposites

From Synthesis to Applications

Edited by Raneesh Balakrishnan, Rubiya Mohammed, Nebu George Thomas, Yogesh Bharat Dalvi ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents a focused overview of biocompatible nanocomposites, emphasizing recent advancements in material design, synthesis techniques, and their expanding applications in biomedicine. It spans key areas such as regenerative medicine, drug delivery, cancer therapy, biosensing, diagnostic imaging, and vaccine delivery —illustrating how these materials are transforming modern healthcare. ... Read more

$134.99 USD

This book presents a focused overview of biocompatible nanocomposites, emphasizing recent advancements in material design, synthesis techniques, and their expanding applications in biomedicine. It spans key areas such as regenerative medicine, drug delivery, cancer therapy, biosensing, diagnostic imaging, and vaccine delivery —illustrating how these materials are transforming modern healthcare.
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Surface Diffusion

Metals, Metal Atoms, and Clusters

by Grazyna Antczak, Gert Ehrlich ...

For the first time, this book unites the theory, experimental techniques and computational tools used to describe the diffusion of atoms, molecules and nanoparticles across metal surfaces. Starting with an outline of the formalism that describes diffusion on surfaces, the authors guide the reader through the principles of atomic movement, before moving on to diffusion under special circumstances, ... Read more

$191.99 USD

For the first time, this book unites the theory, experimental techniques and computational tools used to describe the diffusion of atoms, molecules and nanoparticles across metal surfaces. Starting with an outline of the formalism that describes diffusion on surfaces, the authors guide the reader through the principles of atomic movement, before moving on to diffusion under special circumstances,
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Gauge/Gravity Duality

Foundations and Applications

by Martin Ammon, Johanna Erdmenger ...

Gauge/gravity duality creates new links between quantum theory and gravity. It has led to new concepts in mathematics and physics, and provides new tools to solve problems in many areas of theoretical physics. This book is the first textbook on this important topic, enabling graduate students and researchers in string theory and particle, nuclear and condensed matter physics to get acquainted with ... Read more

$77.99 USD

Gauge/gravity duality creates new links between quantum theory and gravity. It has led to new concepts in mathematics and physics, and provides new tools to solve problems in many areas of theoretical physics. This book is the first textbook on this important topic, enabling graduate students and researchers in string theory and particle, nuclear and condensed matter physics to get acquainted with
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Advanced Materials and Nano Systems: Theory and Experiment - Part 2

by Dibya Prakash Rai ...

The discovery of new materials and the manipulation of their exotic properties for device fabrication is crucial for advancing technology. Nanoscience, and the creation of nanomaterials have taken materials science and electronics to new heights for the benefit of mankind. Advanced Materials and Nanosystems: Theory and Experiment covers several topics of nanoscience research. The compiled chapters ... Read more

$49.69 USD

The discovery of new materials and the manipulation of their exotic properties for device fabrication is crucial for advancing technology. Nanoscience, and the creation of nanomaterials have taken materials science and electronics to new heights for the benefit of mankind. Advanced Materials and Nanosystems: Theory and Experiment covers several topics of nanoscience research. The compiled chapters
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Scanning Probe Studies of Structural and Functional Properties of Ferroelectric Domains and Domain Walls

by Philippe Tückmantel ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This thesis explores the fascinating properties of domain walls in ferroelectric materials. Domain walls can be used as model systems to study fundamental aspects of interface physics, such as crackling noise, with implications extending to a broad variety of systems, from material fracture and earthquakes to solar flares and collective decision making. Ferroelectric domain walls also show ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis explores the fascinating properties of domain walls in ferroelectric materials. Domain walls can be used as model systems to study fundamental aspects of interface physics, such as crackling noise, with implications extending to a broad variety of systems, from material fracture and earthquakes to solar flares and collective decision making. Ferroelectric domain walls also show
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Nanoparticles Reinforced Metal Nanocomposites

Mechanical Performance and Durability

Edited by Santosh K. Tiwari, Vijay Kumar, Sabu Thomas ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights recent developments related to fabrication and utilization of nanoparticle-engineered metal matrices and their composites linked to the heavy industries, temperature fasteners, high-pressure vessels, and heavy turbines, etc. The mechanical properties of newly developed metallic composites are discussed in terms of tensile modulus, hardness, ductility, crack propagation, ... Read more

$116.99 USD

This book highlights recent developments related to fabrication and utilization of nanoparticle-engineered metal matrices and their composites linked to the heavy industries, temperature fasteners, high-pressure vessels, and heavy turbines, etc. The mechanical properties of newly developed metallic composites are discussed in terms of tensile modulus, hardness, ductility, crack propagation,
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Fisicoquímica experimental para sistemas coloidales con aplicación industrial

by Adolfo Eduardo Obaya Valdivia, Yolanda Marina Vargas Rodríguez, María del Rosario Rodríguez Hidalgo ...

El objetivo de esta propuesta es presentar una alternativa a las prácticas tradicionales de laboratorio de los sistemas coloidales mediante experimentos de laboratorio, desde una perspectiva constructivista e integral, apoyándose en la investigación como principio didáctico, en donde a partir de conceptos básicos se logre la preparación de sistemas coloidales. ... Read more

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El objetivo de esta propuesta es presentar una alternativa a las prácticas tradicionales de laboratorio de los sistemas coloidales mediante experimentos de laboratorio, desde una perspectiva constructivista e integral, apoyándose en la investigación como principio didáctico, en donde a partir de conceptos básicos se logre la preparación de sistemas coloidales.
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Two-Dimensional Materials for Environmental Applications

Edited by Neeraj Kumar, Rashi Gusain, Suprakas Sinha Ray ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book focuses on recent developments in the field of two-dimensional nanomaterials for environmental applications. Due to their high surface area and tunable surface chemistry, two-dimensional nanomaterials are currently garnering great interest for environmental remediation applications. This book compiles contributed chapters from active international researchers dealing with the development ... Read more

$125.99 USD

This book focuses on recent developments in the field of two-dimensional nanomaterials for environmental applications. Due to their high surface area and tunable surface chemistry, two-dimensional nanomaterials are currently garnering great interest for environmental remediation applications. This book compiles contributed chapters from active international researchers dealing with the development
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Lyotropic Chromonic Liquid Crystals

From Viscoelastic Properties to Living Liquid Crystals

by Shuang Zhou ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis describes lyotropic chromonic liquid crystals (LCLCs) with exotic elastic and viscous properties. The first part of the thesis presents a thorough analysis of the elastic and viscous properties of LCLCs as functions of concentration, temperature and ionic contents, while the second part explores an active nematic system: living liquid crystals, which represent a combination of LCLC and ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis describes lyotropic chromonic liquid crystals (LCLCs) with exotic elastic and viscous properties. The first part of the thesis presents a thorough analysis of the elastic and viscous properties of LCLCs as functions of concentration, temperature and ionic contents, while the second part explores an active nematic system: living liquid crystals, which represent a combination of LCLC and
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