Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Thermodynamics 2026

Aims to provide a clear structured and accessible introduction to the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics tailored for undergraduate students.

I. Wave Mechanics. 2. Historical Prelude. 3. Axiomatic Basis of Quantum Mechanics. 4. One-Dimensional Motion. 5. Motion in Central Fields. 6. The Rotator. 7. The Hydrogen-Like Atom. 8. Some Elements of the Transformation Theory. 9. Equation of Motion. 10. Linear Harmonic Oscillator in the Energy Representation. 11. Angular Momentum. 12. Perturbation Theory. 13. Identical Particles. 

Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing

The field of manufacturing over the years has seen introduction of new and innovative technologies for enhancing output, increasing quality and reducing material inventory. This textbook discusses fundamental concepts, principles, technologies and applications of advanced manufacturing processes.

1. Reconfigurable Manufacturing sSstems. 2. Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems. 3. Agile and Cellular Manufacturing Systems. 4.  Rapid Prototyping and its Techniques. 5. Program Logic Controller and its Communications. 6. Clamping and Locators, Milling and Grinding Fixtures of Advanced Manufacturing Systems. 7. Artificial Intelligence and Flexible Manufacturing Systems. 8. Actuators and Sensors for Advanced Manufacturing Systems. 9.  Robotic Technology. 10. Material Handling for AMS. 11.  Computer Aided Process Planning for AMS and Automatic Manufacturing  and Assembly systems

Advanced Modeling of Thermodynamic Energy Components and Systems presents intermediate-complexity models for energy system components. It addresses a critical gap in studying energy systems under off-design conditions, examining how systems behave when ambient temperature or load conditions change.

Introduction  1. Presentation of the Approach.  2. Thermodynamics Fundamentals.  3. Basic Components and Processes.  4. Heat Exchangers.  5. External Class Development.  6. Component Sizing and Off-Design Operation.  7. Sizing and Off-Design Behavior of Heat Exchangers.  8. Modeling and Setting of Displacement Compressors.  9. Modeling and Setting of Dynamic Compressors and Turbines.  10. Case Studies.  

Advancement of Optical Methods & Digital Image Correlation in Experimental Mechanics, Volume 2

Proceedings of the 2025 Annual Conference on Experimental and Applied Mechanics

Advancement of Optical Methods & Digital Image Correlation in Experimental Mechanics, Volume 2 of the Proceedings of the 2025 SEM Annual Conference & Exposition on Experimental and Applied Mechanics, the second volume of five from the Conference, brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering.

1 Experimental and Numerical Analysis of Buckling in Welded Rail Systems
2 An in-situ Grain-resolved Study of FCC Nickel Plasticity over Gross Granular Fields using Digital Image Correlation with High Resolution Optical Microscopy
3 Residual Stress Evaluation in Silicon Wafer Based on the Principle of Superposition and Full-Field Warpage Measurement
4 GPU-Accelerated Triangulation in the Stereo-DIC Algorithm Using a Heterogeneous Framework
5 A Sublimation-based Pattern Generation Technique for Deformation Analysis of Additively Manufactured Specimens
6 Deformation Measurement of Structure Using Sampling Moire Method with SfM-MVS
7 Development of an in-situ Sensor for Real-time Geometrical Inspection in Additive Manufacturing
8 Development of Mixed Reality Methods for Immersive Visualization of 3D Dynamic Optical Testing Measurements
9. Development of an Instantaneuos Phase-shifting Lensless Digital Holographic Otoscope for Quantitative Imaging of the Human Eardrum in-vivo

The rapid growth of machine learning in recent years has made it a popular tool for data analysis, modeling, and prediction. As more data is generated from fluid flow simulations and experiments, the use of machine learning algorithms has become essential in making sense of it all.

Table of Contents
Biography
List of figures
List of tables       
Part I      Introduction        
Chapter 1Overview of Machine Learning     
Chapter 2 Challenges, Limitations, and Recommendations      
Part II    ML for Turbulent Flows    
Chapter 3 PIV, CFD and ML for Turbulent Jet            
Chapter 4 Turbulent Jets Using Time Series                 
Chapter 5 Machine Learning for Permeability              
Chapter 6 Hybrid Forecasting for Petroleum Reservoir              
Chapter 7 PINN for Second-Order Porous Medium    
Part IV   ML for Hydrogen Energy 
Chapter 8 Hydrogen Migration in Porous Media         
Chapter 9 Hydrogen Leakage          
Part V     ML for Wind Energy         
Chapter 10 Wind Farm Optimization and ML

This book delves into the emergent ways that engineers are utilizing computer simulations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and innovate across aerospace, automotive, energy, and biomedical engineering fields. It provides the most recent tools and strategies for improving prediction accuracy, design, and optimization.

1. Steady Navier-Stokes Solutions in Rotating Disk Boundary Layers.  2. MHD Maxwell Fluid with Slip over Porous Stretching Sheets.  3. Couple Stress Effects in Magnetic Hybrid Nanofluid Flows.  4. Jeffrey Fluid Flow with Heat and Mass Transfer.  5. Axisymmetric Nanofluid Flow with Non-Uniform Magnetic Field.  6. Nanofluid Flows in Heat Exchangers.  7. Double-Diffusive Effects in Williamson Nanofluid Flow.  8. Thermal Analysis in MHD Ternary Nanofluid Models.  9. Trihybrid Nanofluids with Inclined Magnetic Fields.  10. LES-RANS Hybrid Models in CFD.  11. Laplace Homotopy Method for Fractional KdV Equations.  12. Machine Learning for Lid-Driven Cavity Flow.  13. Statistical Study of MHD Williamson Nanofluid Flow.  14. Maxwell Thin-Film Flow with Viscous Dissipation.  15. Casson Hybrid Nanofluid Flow with Chemical Reactions.  16. MHD Heat and Mass Transfer in Non-Newtonian Fluids.  17. Cooling Solutions Using Microchannel Systems.  18. Solar Energy and Thermal Management Systems.  19. Immiscible Micropolar Flow in Vertical Channels.  20. Micropolar Flow with Radiation and Magnetic Fields.  21. Magneto-Oberbeck Convection with Uniform Heat Flux.  

Integrating a New Era of Computational Modeling and Machine Learning

Presents studies on advances, developments, and trends in industrial manufacturing and materials, exploring advanced materials, composites, nanomaterials and different advanced machining processes. Chapters combine modern materials science with computer techniques such as AI, ML, and more.

Preface 1. Computational Modeling of 3D Fabrics for Ballistic and Stab Protective Uses  2. In the New Era of Advanced Materials: A Critical Study 3. Mechanical and Optical Properties of Side-Emitting Optical Fibers 4. Modeling of 2D and 3D Woven Structures and Properties 5. A Critical Analysis of the Use of Machine Learning in the Field of Reliability Prediction  6. Intrinsic Aspects of Fiber-Matrix Interface in FRP Composites: Special Focus on Utility  7. Mechanical and Corrosion Behavior of Friction Stir Processed AA7075 Hybrid Surface Composites  8. Role of Slag Viscosity in the Blast Furnace Process of Pig Iron Production and Its Estimation Index

The second International Conference on Advances in Thermal System, Materials, and Design Engineering (ATSMDE).

The second International Conference on Advances in Thermal System, Materials, and Design Engineering (ATSMDE).

Savran, Melih | Aydin, Levent

An Integrated Approach to Modeling and Optimization in Engineering and Science

Mechanical Engineering Design

An Integrated Approach to Modeling and Optimization in Engineering and Science is a technical book written with the aim to evaluate the modeling and design processes of engineering systems with an integrated approach.

1. Introduction. 2. Design of Experiment, Mathematical Modeling, and Optimization. 3. Comparison of ANN and Neuro Regression Methods in Mathematical Modeling. 4. Evaluation of R2 as a Model Assessment Criterion. 5. Questioning the Adequacy of Using Polynomial Structures. 6. The Effect of Using the Taguchi Method in Experimental Design on Mathematical Modeling. 7. Comparison of Different Test and Validation Methods Used in Mathematical Modeling. 8. Comparison of Different Model Assessment Criteria Used in Mathematical Modeling. 9. Comparison of the Effects of Experimental Design Methods on Mathematical Modeling. 10. Special Functions in Mathematical Modeling. 11. Conclusion.

Banerjee, Arnab | Bera, Kamal Krishna

An Introduction to Waves in Mechanical Periodic Structures and Metamaterials

This book presents a systematic and rigorous treatment of wave propagation in periodic structures, with a particular focus on mechanical and acoustic metamaterials. It bridges fundamental concepts and advanced topics, offering a unified framework to analyze discrete and continuous periodic systems.

Part I. Foundational Aspects of Waves in Metamaterials.  1. Introduction.  2. Waves in Discrete 1D Periodic Structures.  3. Damping in 1D Discrete Medium.  4. Dynamic Stiffness Matrix for 1D Continuum.  5. Band Structure in 1D Continuum: Transfer Matrix Approach.  Part II. Advanced Topics.  6. Energy Transportation in Wave Propagation.  7. Two-Dimensional Wave Propagation.  8. Active Feedback-Controlled Metamaterial.  9. Nonreciprocity in Wave Propagation.  10. Nonlinear Metamaterial.  

Fracture & Damage Mechanics

This book focuses on finite element analysis of various material models and their relevant fracture and damage models using ANSYS. It has three parts: Part I introduces the various material models, Part II highlights the finite element modeling of their relevant fracture parameters, and Part III deals with various material damage models.

1. Introduction.  PART I. Background.  2. Finite Element Method.  3. Various Material Models.  PART II. Fracture Mechanics.  4. Stress Intensity Factor.  5. J-Integral.  6. C*-Integral.  7. VCCT.  PART III. Material Damage Models.  8. Ductile Damage Model.  9. Creep Damage Model.  10. Fiber-Reinforced Material Damage Model.  11. Retrospective. Appendices.  

This book introduces hybrid nanofluids, preparation methods, thermophysical properties, advantages, applications, and future scope. Models to compute the effective thermophysical properties of hybrid nanofluid and flow of hybrid nanofluid through different surfaces/geometries under different situations are discussed.

1 Introduction to Hybrid Nanofluids2 Empirical Correlations for the Estimation of Thermophysical, Friction Factor, and Heat Transfer Properties of Hybrid Nanofluids; 3 Synthetic Routes of Various Water-Based Hybrid Nanofluids and Their Thermal Conductivities; 4 Hybrid Nanofluid Heat Transfer in an Inclined Saturated Porous Cavity: An Experimental Study; 5 Effects of Different Shapes of the Porous Cavity on Natural Convective Heat Transfer of Hybrid Nanofluids: Experimental Study; 6 Hydrothermal Performance of Magnetized Al2O3-TiO2-Water Hybrid Nanofluid Flow within a Triangular Enclosure with a Circular Heater: A Multiple Linear Regression Analysis; 7 A Numerical Study of Micropolar Hybrid Nanofluid Flow over the Wedge with the Impacts of Hall and Ion Slip Using PINN; 8 Heat Diffusion in Non-Newtonian Magnetized Hybrid Blood Flow over a Wedge-Shaped Region; 9 Sensitivity Analysis in Hybridized Casson Nanofluid Near a Perforated Riga Plate; 10 Characteristic of Heat-Induced Ferrofluid Flow on a Riga Sensor Plate with the Effect of Viscous Dissipation; 11 Impact of Thermal Radiation on Electrically Conducting Hybrid Nanofluid Flow through an Expanding/Contracting Wedge Surface with Heat Generation; 12 Mixed Convection of Variable Viscosity Hybrid Nanofluid within Two Inclined Concentric Pipes; 13 Computational Study of Heat Transfer in Sisko Hybrid Nanofluid Flowing over a Radially Stretching Disc; 14 Influence of Slip Mechanisms and Suction on Hybrid Nanofluid Flow via a Stretching Cylinder with Heat Generation; 15 Study on Effects of Uncertain Volume Fraction on Hybrid Nanofluid Flow Using the Homotopy Analysis Method; 16 Marangoni Boundary Layer Flow of an Electrically Conducting Hybrid Nanofluid for the Impact of Particle Shape and Thermal Radiation; 17 Legendre Wavelet Collocation Approach to Simulate Hybrid Nanofluid Flow with Ohmic Heating and Viscous Dissipation under Magnetic Field; 18 Numerical Study of Magnetized Hybrid Nanofluid Flow over a Stretching S

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Heat Transfer Optimization for Sustainable Energy Systems

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Heat Transfer Optimization for Sustainable Energy Systems examines how to use AI/ML-driven methodologies to enhance heat transfer processes in energy systems, such as industrial heat recovery, HVAC systems, and renewable energy generation, with a focus on sustainability.

1. Introduction to Heat Transfer in Sustainable Energy Systems.  2. Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence in Heat Transfer Optimization.  3. Thermal Systems and Energy Efficiency: Challenges and Opportunities.  4. AI Techniques for Modeling and Simulation in Heat Transfer.  5. Machine Learning Approaches for Heat Transfer Prediction.  6. Neural Network-Based Heat Transfer Optimization of Casson Nanofluid Flow for Sustainable Energy Applications.  7. CFD and Neural Networks for Combustion Systems.  8. AI-Driven Thermal Management in Solar Energy Systems.  9. AI-Driven Thermal Management in Wind and Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems.  10. Real-Time Control of HVAC Systems Using AI – Methodologies and Algorithms.  11. Real-Time Control of HVAC Systems Using AI – Applications.  12. Big Data and IoT for Heat Transfer Monitoring.  13. AI in Industrial Heat Recovery and Waste Heat Utilisation.  14. Deep Learning Architectures for Thermal Diagnostics.  15. Hybrid AI Techniques for Multiphysics Heat Transfer Problems.  16. Artificial Intelligence for Achieving Net-Zero Energy: Sustainability Pathways.  17. Future Trends: Quantum Computing and Reinforcement Learning in Heat Transfer.  

The text comprehensively highlights the key issues surrounding the implementation of waste-to-energy systems, such as site selection, regulatory aspects, financial, and economic implications.

1. Introduction to Bioenergy and Waste to Energy. 2. Waste to Bioenergy: A Sustainable Solution. 3. Environmental impact of waste to energy. 4. Strategic Approach to Biomass Energy Production: Feasibility, Challenges, and Opportunities. 5. Plastic Recycling for Energy Production. 6. A study on waste management practices in Oman and a way forward to a circular economy. 7. Sustainable Waste to Energy Technologies: Fermentation. 8. Environmental Aspects of Food Waste to Energy Conversion. 9. Biorefineries for Sustainable Waste Valorization. 10. Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs) for Waste Recycling and Energy Production. 11. Industrial Organic Waste to Energy. 12. Valorization of algal blooms and their residues into renewable energy. 13. Recycling of biopolymers. 14. Plastic Recycling for Energy Production. 15. Current and perspective solutions in waste to energy sector.

The third edition of Classical Mechanics presents a complete account of the classical mechanics of particles and systems for physics students at the advanced undergraduate level. The textbook evolved from a set of lecture notes for a course on the subject taught for many years by the author at California State University, Stanislaus.

1 Kinematics – Describing the Motion
2 Newtonian Mechanics
3 Integration of Newton’s Equations of Motion
4 The Lagrangian Formulation of Mechanics
5 The Hamiltonian Formulation of Mechanics
6 Motion under a Central Force
7 The Harmonic Oscillator
8 Coupled Oscillations and Normal Coordinates
9 Nonlinear Oscillations
10 Collisions and Scattering
11 Motion in Noninertial system
12 The Motion of Rigid Bodies
13 Newtonian Gravity and Newtonian Cosmology

Automotive Technology & Engineering

The text includes various technologies and methods that help in generating clean and renewable forms of energy. It also includes the aspects of using fuels in energy conversion media such as internal combustion engines, and comparison with existing fossil fuels. It also focuses on green hydrogen revolution and urban heat island effect.

1. Fueling the Future: Sustainable Biodiesel Production Strategies for a Cleaner Tomorrow. 2. An overview of artificial neural networks for PV system optimization and performance enhancement. 3. Advances and Prospect of Tin Based Perovskites for Efficient and stable Photovoltaic Devices. 4. Study of Super-Hydrophobic Surfaces for Solar Cell. 5. A Holistic Review on Energy Efficient Green Buildings considering Environmental, Economy and Technical Factors. 6. Ventilation in Green Buildings Through Solar Chimney. 7. Development of Blue-Green Infrastructure to mitigate high building energy demand due to Urban Heat Island: A case of Varanasi City. 8. Role of Urban Green Spaces in reducing Urban Heat Island Effect- A case of Central India’s four metropolitan cities. 9. Reactive Power Planning with Load Uncertainty using FACTS. 10. Carbon sequestration potential of Urban Parks- A case study of Chinar. 11. Evolution of Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage Technology: Past, Present and Future Developments. 12. Optimizing Solar Air Heater Performance: A Comparative Analysis of Artificial Roughness Geometries. 13. Competing Alternative Fuel Technologies for Commercial Vehicles in India. 14. Hydrogen Production Technologies: Current Scenario and Future Evolution. 15. Solar Integrated Hydrogen Production and Utilization in India. 16. Production and Utilization of Hydrogen as a Future Fuel for Electric Vehicles (EVs): A Review. 17. Comparative Evaluation of Carbon Emissions from Various Vehicles: Integrating AHP Techniques for Ranking. 18. Agro-residue derived Biochar for Environmental Management- Conversion Techniques and Applications. 19. Building Resilience to Airborne Pathogens: An Indoor Air Quality Model. 20. Urban Air Quality: A comparative Study of Pollution Levels in Dewas versus Bhopal and A Case Study in Sainath nagar near Kolar R

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) methods, focusing on numerical techniques for solving fluid flow problems through both finite difference and finite-volume methods. It explores numerical schemes, advection-diffusion equations, shock-capturing methods, and turbulence modeling.

1. Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics.  2. Classification of Fluid Flow Problems and Boundary Conditions.  3. Finite Difference Method.  4. Time-Stepping Techniques.  5. Preserving Oscillatory Accuracy in Numerical Time-Stepping.  6. Boundary Value Problems.  7. Advection Equation.  8. Diffusion Problem.  9. Stabilizing Explicit Schemes with Hyperviscosity and Filtering.  10. 2D Unsteady Parabolic Problems.  11. Linear Advection-Diffusion Equation.  12. The Viscous Burgers Equation.  13. Elliptic Partial Differential Equations and Grid Arrangement Strategies.  14. Iterative Methods for Elliptic PDEs: Laplace and Poisson Solvers.  15. Pressure-Velocity Coupling in Incompressible Flows: Finite Difference Method.  16. Classical Finite Difference Methods for Hyperbolic PDEs and Discontinuities.  17. Finite Volume Method I: Introduction.  18. Finite Volume Method II: Pressure-Velocity Coupling in Incompressible Flows.  19. Finite Volume Methods III:Flow and Discontinuities.  20. Turbulence Models.  21. Direct and Large Eddy Simulations. Appendix I. Grid Sensitivity Analysis and Grid Convergence Index (GCI).  Appendix II. Grid Independence Analysis in LES Investigation.

This book provides a thorough understanding of fluid dynamics and heat and mass transfer. The second edition contains new chapters on mesh generation and computational modeling of turbulent flow. Combining theory and practice in classic problems and computer code, the text includes examples in ANSYS, STAR CCM+, and COMSOL.

Part I: Basic Equations and Numerical Analysis 1. Review of Basic Laws and Equations 2. Approximations and Errors 3. Numerical Solutions of Systems of Equations 4. Numerical Integration Part II: Finite Difference – Control Volume Method 5. Basic Steps in Finite Difference–Control Volume Method 6. Finite Difference–Control Volume Method: Multidimensional Problems 7. Finite Difference–Control Volume Method: Unsteady State Diffusion Equation 8. Finite Difference–Control Volume Method: Convection Problems 9. Additional Features in Computational Model and Mesh Generations 10. Turbulent Flow Modeling Part III: Finite Element Method 11. Introduction and Basic Steps in Finite Element Method 12. Element Shape Functions 13. Finite Element Method: One-Dimensional Steady State Problems 14. Finite Element Method: Multidimensional Steady-State Problems 15. Finite Element Method: Unsteady-State Problems 16. Finite Element Method: Convection Problems

The text provides insight into the different mathematical tools and techniques that can be applied to the analysis and numerical computations of flow models.

1. Introduction to Mathematical and Computational Methods. 2. IoT-Enabled Monitoring for Natural Convection Solar Dryers. 3. Natural Convection Study in Cylindrical Annulus through OpenFOAM. 4. MHD Forced Convection in Casson Hybrid Nanofluids with Soret and Dufour Effects. 5. Boundary Layer Flow in Aerospace Applications. 6. Sensitivity Analysis for Aerospace Engineering Applications. 7. Design Optimization and Sensitivity Analysis in Aerospace Engineering. 8. Modeling of Flows through Porous Media. 9. Numerical Analysis of Turbulent Flow in Tubes with Longitudinal Fin using Al2O3-Water Nano-Fluids. 10. Gravity-Modulated Thermal Instability in Oldroyd-B Nanofluids. 11. Thermal Instability in Hele-Shaw Cell with Variable Forces for Rivlin-Ericksen Nanofluid. 12. MHD Flow of a Micropolar Hybrid Nanofluid between Two Parallel Disks. 13. Modeling Rayleigh-Taylor Instability in Nanofluid Layers. 14. Shock Wave Effects on Hydrodynamic Instability in Elliptical Bubbles

Computational Intelligence, and Smart Technologies in Solar Thermal Systems

The text covers emerging technologies and innovations in fields such as hybrid solar thermal systems, advanced materials for collectors, novel heat storage solutions, and advancements in concentrating solar power (CSP) technologies. It presents artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques for solar thermal system optimization.

1. Smart Solar Thermal Energy Technologies: Applications and Future Directions. 2. Application of Machine Learning in Greenhouse-Type Solar Dryer Systems: A Review. 3. Application of IoT in Solar Dryer Design. 4. Computer Based Interface System for Online Testing of Parameters for Solar Dryers. 5. Artificial Intelligence-Based Predictive Modelling for Accurate Solar Power Generation: The Comparison between SVR, ANN, and RFR Approaches. 6. Optimization of Solar Energy using a Dual Axis Solar Panel Tracking and Monitoring System. 7. Optimized Design and Modelling of a 4KW Hybrid Solar EV Charging Station. 8. Performance Assessment of 5-Level Inverter for Solar Photovoltaic Systems. 9. Environmental Performance evaluation of an Agrivoltaic system in a hot arid region. 10. Next Generation Solar Power Plants: Technological Developments, Challenges and Future Aspects. 11. Novel Hybrid Materials for Next-Generation Sustainable Solar Cells. 12. Solar Thermal Collectors for Decentralized Cooking: A Review of Design and Implementation Strategies. 13. Review of Advances in Solar Dryer Design and Technologies. 14. Wind Solar Hydrogen Hybrid Energy Generation System Prospects.

This book offers an insightful exploration into the causes, mechanisms, and mitigation strategies of material degradation. it unravels the complexities of corrosion, wear, and fatigue, while showcasing cutting-edge techniques like surface engineering and predictive analytics.

1. Introduction to Surface Degradation. 2. Surface Degradation Mechanisms. 3. Corrosion. 4. Surface Deterioration and Fractography. 5. Environmental Factors and Degradation. 6. Characterization Techniques and Prevention. 7. Digitization of Established Curves and Data-Driven Approaches. 8. Failure Analysis and Life Cycle Assessment. 9. Mitigation Strategies for Surface Degradation.

Yan, Ruqiang | Zhao, Zhibin

Deep Neural Networks-Enabled Intelligent Fault Diagnosis of Mechanical Systems

The book aims to highlight the potential of Deep Learning (DL)-based methods in Intelligent Fault Diagnosis (IFD), along with their benefits and contributions.

1:Introduction and Background  Part I: Basic applications of deep learning enabled Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  2:Auto-encoders for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  3:Deep Belief Networks for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  4:Convolutional Neural Networks for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  Part II: advanced topics of deep learning enabled Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  5:Data Augmentation for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  6:Multi-sensor Fusion for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  7: Unsupervised Deep Transfer Learning for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  8: Neural Architecture Search for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  9: Self-Supervised Learning (SSF) for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis  10: Reinforcement Learning for Intelligent Fault Diagnosis

Sivaloganathan, Sangarappillai

Mechanical Engineering Design

Manufacturing Engineering Design

This book introduces systematic design process, for product and engineering design projects. Starting with a product idea normally outlined as a design brief, it guides to plan the design process, define the problem, generate and choose a near-optimal or optimal solution and complete the embodiment

1. Introduction. 2. Design Process Planning. 3. Establishing Design Brief. 4. Establishing Requirements. 5. Functional Modelling. 6. Need-Metric Matrix. 7. Drawing Specifications. 8. Conceptual Design. 9. Concept Evaluation and Selection. 10. Embodiment Design. 11. Complete Design Projects

This book covers topics such as seismic and surface wave propagation, nonlinear dynamics, heat and mass transfer, convection phenomena, complex fluid mixing, numerical integration techniques, and crack behaviour in piezoelectric materials. It is useful for students and researchers in the fields of mechanical engineering and civil engineering

1. Love-Type Waves in Heterogeneous Kelvin–Voigt-Type Viscoelastic Media with Coulomb Frictional Interface  2. Understanding Rayleigh-Type Wave Dynamics in Complex Medium  3. Effects of Attenuation Coefficient and Dissipation Factors on the Dispersion Phenomenon of Rayleigh Waves through the Piezo-Viscoelastic Medium  4. Investigation on Love Waves Scattering in an Orthotropic Composite Structure with Surface Irregularity  5. Love-Type Surface Wave Propagation in a Layered Anisotropic Medium with Sliding Interface  6. On the Characteristics of Love Waves Scattered Due to the Irregular Surface of Orthotropic Poroelastic Layer in an Orthotropic Composite Structure  7. Dynamics of Gravity Affected Reflected Waves Generated Due to Incident qP Wave at the Impedance Boundary of a Micro-Mechanically Modeled PFRC Half-Space  8. Crack Propagation and Interaction in Piezoelectric Materials: A Mathematical Approach and Numerical Simulation  9. Novel Similarity Solutions of (1+1)-General Boussinesq and (1+1)-Gilson–Pickering Equations  10. Heat and Mass Transfer of Double Diffusive Convection in a Vertical Porous Flat Plate  11. Finite Amplitude Analysis and Thermoconvective Layer of Maxwell Fluid in Porous Medium in LTNE (Local Thermal Non-Equilibrium) Model with Cross-Diffusion  12. Linear Stability of Thermosolutal Free Convection of Couple Stress Fluid in Porous Zone  13. Mixing of Complex Fluids in Mechanically Agitated Vessels: Challenges and Advances  14. Lie Group-Based Investigation of Symmetries and Solutions for the Kdv–Burgers Equation  15. A Mixed Quadrature Rule of Precision 7 For Integration of Analytic Functions
 

Roy, Debasish | Rao, G Visweswara

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

This comprehensive textbook covers both classical and geometric aspects of optimization using methods, deterministic and stochastic in a single volume. It will help serve as ideal study material for senior undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of civil, mechanical, electrical, electronics and communication engineering.

Contents
Chapter 1 Optimization methods – A preview1.1 Introduction1.2  The continuous case – mathematical formulation1.3  The discrete case – The travelling salesman problem1.4  Basics of probability theory and random number generation       1.5 The brachistochrone problem1.6 More on functional optimization: Hamilton’s principle1.7 Constrained optimization problems and optimality conditions1.8. Functional optimization and optimal control     Concluding RemarksExercises
NotationsReferences Chapter 2  Classical derivative-based methods of optimization2.1 Introduction 2.2 Basic gradient methods 2.3 Quasi-Newton methods  2.4 Penalty function methods  2.5 Linear programming (LP)  2.6. Method of generalized reduced gradients 2.7 Method of feasible directions  2.8 Method of gradient projection  Concluding remarks        ExercisesNotationsReferences Chapter 3 – Classical derivative-free methods of optimization3.1 Introduction   3.2 Direct search methods   3.3   Other direct search methods   3.4  Metaheuristics - Evolutionary methods
Concluding remarks   Exercises NotationsReferences Chapter 4 Elements of Riemannian Differential Geometry and geometric methods of optimization
4.1 Introduction 4.2 Tangent vectors and tangent space on manifolds 4.3 Riemannian (geometric) version of some classical gradient methods 4.4. Statistical estimation by geometrical method of optimization  4.5. Stochastic processes, stochastic calculus and solution of SDEs 4.6. Analogy between statistical sampling and stochastic optimization 4.7. Geometric method of optimization by Riemannian Langevin dynami

Mechanical Engineering Design

The text discusses energy-efficient vehicles as an essential element of sustainable transportation.

1. Introduction to Energy Efficient Vehicles for Sustainable Transportation: Transitions and Challenges. 2. Zero Emission: Challenges and Modern Solutions. 3. Youth and Public Transportation: Economics, Sustainability and Shifting Trends Towards E-Transportation. 4. Accessible Sustainable Smart Charging Infrastructure Planning for Cities. 5. Sustainable Transportation: Policy, Planning and Implementation. 6. Transitions from IC engine to EV and HEV. 7. Efficient Design, Materials and Specification of Electric Motor Used in Electric Vehicle Challenges. 8. Lithium-Ion Battery for Electric Transportation: Types, Components, Pack Design, and Technology. 9. Intelligent Transport System in Smart Cities: Aspects and Challenges of Vehicular Networks and Cloud Computing. 10. The Rise of Electric Vehicles-2023 Status and Future Directions. 11. Techno-Economic and Future Aspects of the HEV-EV- FCV: Decarbonisation, Digitalization and Sustainability. 12. Modern Electric, Hybrid Electric Vehicles and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles. 13. Application of Solar Energy in Sustainable Mobility. 14. State Estimation of Lithium Ion Battery for Electric Vehicle Application: Types, Design Methods, and Future Trends. 15. Social, Economic and Environmental issues associated with Sustainable Transportation. 16. Separation of Ternary Azeotropic Mixture of Ethanol, Isopropanol and Methyl Ethyl Ketone – Challenges for Future Fuels and Solvents

The Energy Management Handbook, 10th Ed. is the official CEM® reference from AEE®, offering proven strategies to cut energy costs, boost efficiency, and support sustainability. Covering HVAC, renewables, audits, and more, it’s a practical guide for professionals seeking long-term, low-carbon, cost-effective solutions.

1. Introduction to Energy Management and Decarbonization 2. Energy Management 3. Energy Auditing 4. Energy Rates and Tariffs 5. Economic Analysis 6. Motors, Drives and Electric Energy Management 7. Lighting 8. Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems (HVAC) Systems 9. Industrial Refrigeration Systems 10. Building Envelope 11. Building Automation, Controls and Artificial Intelligence Systems 12. Energy Storage Systems 13. Fuels, Furnaces, Boilers and Fired Equipment 14. Steam Systems 15. Cogeneration and Distributed Generation 16. Renewable Energy 17. Waste Heat Recovery 18. Compressed Air Systems 19. Pump Systems  20. Fan Systems 21. Energy Systems Maintenance  22. Commissioning for Energy Management 23. Financing Performance Contracting 24. Measurement and Verification of Energy Savings

Michaelides, Efstathios E.

Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Energy Storage provides a thorough and holistic understanding of the operation and state of technology of all the energy storage options. It encompasses all the methods for energy storage, the engineering systems utilized, and the relevant applications from the small device level to the electricity grid level.

1. Introduction  2. Applications, Characteristics, and Figures of Merit  3. Mechanical Energy Storage  4. Electrical and Magnetic Storage  5. Electrochemical Storage – Batteries  6. Hydrogen and Other Fuels  7. Thermal Storage  8. Hybrid Energy Storage  9. Economics and the Cost of Energy Storage

Advanced Modeling of Energy Systems and Nuclear Cycles, Two-Volume Set

Engineering Thermodynamics: Advanced Modeling of Energy Systems and Nuclear Cycles is a two-volume set addressing two critical gaps in thermodynamics education: energy systems under off-design conditions and detailed modeling of Thermodynamic Cycles of Nuclear Power Plants (TCNPPs).

Volume I. 1. Presentation of the approach.  2. Thermodynamics fundamentals.  3. Basic Components and Processes.  4. Heat Exchangers.  5. External Class Development.  6. Component Sizing and Off-Design Operation.  7. Sizing and Off-Design Behavior of Heat Exchangers.  8. Modeling and Setting of Displacement Compressors.  9. Modeling and Setting of Dynamic Compressors and Turbines.  10. Case Studies.  Volume II. 1. Systems Approach and Innovative Teaching of Thermodynamic Cycles of Nuclear Power Plants with Thermoptim.  2. Physical Phenomena Involved in Nuclear Reactors, Panorama of Nuclear Reactors.  3. Steam and Gas Power Cycles: Understanding, Analysis, and Improvement Methodologies.  4. Improvement of Steam Power Cycles.  5. Medium Temperature Steam Power Cycles.  6. Improvement of Closed Cycle Gas Turbines.  7. Specific Applications and Perspectives: Combined Cycles, Desalination, Hydrogen Production, Cogeneration.  8. Case Studies.  9. Systemic Modeling: A Strategic Imperative for Energy Engineering Education.  Appendix 1. Reminders.  Appendix 2. Turbines.  

This book introduces the physical basics and the historical scientific background of the concept of entropy and explains the importance of entropy for living beings, machines, computers industrial facilities, ecological systems, and the earth as whole.

1. Introduction 2. Concept of Entropy in Thermodynamics and Physical Chemistry 3. Entropy and Evolution 4. Entropy, Environment and Production 5. Entropy Export in Sustainable Material and Land Resource Management 6. Transformation and Continuity

Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing

This book provides essential information on environmentally benign/sustainable machining processes including innovations and developments in conventional machining, considering economy, safety, and productivity, developments in machine tools, recent research on green lubricants and lubrication techniques, and so forth.

Chapter 1. Introduction to Environmentally Benign Machining and Its Impacts
Chapter 2. Hybrid Advanced Machining for Sustainability in Manufacturing
Chapter 3. Wire EDM and Laser Beam Machining of NiTi Alloys for Overall Sustainability
Chapter 4. Eco-Friendly Dielectrics for EDM and WEDM Processes
Chapter 5. Green Machining of Ceramics
Chapter 6. Life Cycle Engineering and Analysis of Machining Processes
Chapter 7. Sustainable Machining of Difficult-to-Machine Materials
Chapter 8.  Environmentally Benign Machining of Composites
Chapter 9. Recent Developments in Environmentally Benign Machining

This book provides an overview of the components used in the oil and gas industry, including instrumentation, pipe components, and safety components. Using practical industry examples, and an accessible approach, the book is a key reference point for all those seeking to learn more about the industry.

1. Instrumentation. 2. Piping Components. 3. Valves. 4. Actuators. 5. Safety Components. 6. Flare. 7. Electrical Components.

Yan, Fei | Liang, Wen | Dong, Fangyan

This book explores the intersection of quantum computing and network science. It bridges the theoretical foundations of quantum walk algorithms with their applications in the structural exploration and representation learning of complex networks.

1. Quantum Computing and Quantum Walks  2. Foundational Theory of Quantum Walks  3. Applications of Quantum Walks in Node Discovery  4. Applications of Quantum Walks in Link Mining  5. Applications of Quantum Walks in Community Detection  6. Applications of Quantum Walks in Network Representation Learning  7. Conclusions

Feng, Liuyang | Qian, Xudong

Fracture & Damage Mechanics

This sets out experimental results for fracture resistance, assessment of ductile tearing and brittle fracture, and new approaches to estimate welded joints under high and low cycle and combined actions. It also presents a digital twin for fatigue crack sizing and life assessment, with the example of an offshore structure.

1. Introduction 2. Experimental Approaches to Quantify Fracture Resistance 3. Ductile Tearing and Its Engineering Assessment 4. Assessment of Brittle Fracture Failure 5. High-Cycle Fatigue of Welded Joints 6. Low-Cycle Fatigue of Welded Joints 7. Digital Twin-Based Fatigue Assessment of Welded Plate Joints 8. Conclusions and Summary

Sahoo, T | Meylan, MH | Stepanyants, Y | Boral, S | Das, S

This monograph describes mathematical techniques for various aspects of flexural gravity wave propagation, pertinent to ocean engineering. It focuses on frontier problems in hydroelasticity including blocking dynamics of flexural gravity waves in both homogeneous and stratified fluids.

0. Front Matter. Section I. 1. Introduction. Section II. 2. Flexural Gravity Waves: An Introduction. 3. Wave ice interaction problems in shallow water. 4. Flexural gravity wave scattering in homogeneous fluid. 5. Flexural gravity waves in a stratified fluid. 6. Wave interaction with flexible submerged plate. 7. Ocean floor and water compressibility. 8. Waves due to a moving source. 9. Modulation effects in flexural-gravity waves. 10. Frequency downshifting. 11. Rossby waves in the ocean covered by compressed ice. 12. Closure. Appendix A: Gravity wavemaker theory. Appendix B: Glossary. Appendix C: Acknowledgements. Appendix D: References.

Fluid Mechanics: A Problem-Solving Approach presents problem-solving approaches that are used in fluid mechanics and provides a clear distinction between integral formulation and the different formulation of conservation law. The book is intended for senior undergraduate mechanical and civil engineering students.

1. Introduction. 2. Pressure and Stationary Fluid. 3. Kinematics of Fluid Particle. 4. Conservation Laws. 5. Dimensional Analysis and Similitude. 6. The Integral Analysis. 7. Inviscid Flow. 8. Laminar Flows. 9. Introduction to Turbulent Flows. 10. Viscous Flow through Conduits. 11. External Boundary Layer Flows. 12. Free Shear Flows. 13. Wakes and Separated Flows. 14. Waves and Tsunamis. 15. Channel Flow. 16. Compressible Flows. 17. Turbomachinery.

The text will help readers in establishing a strong foundation in the core principles and fundamental concepts of fluid mechanics. It provides an in-depth exploration of advanced fluid mechanics concepts, alongside glimpses of the horizon of emerging trends and challenges.

0.     Front Matter
1.     Fluid Properties and Definitions
2.     Fluid Statics and Pressure Measurement
3.     Fluid Dynamics and Conservation Laws
4.     Flow Regimes and Reynolds Number
5.     Flow in Open Channels
6.     Flow Measurement Techniques in Industry 4.0 
7.     Flow Visualization Techniques and Applications: Insights from Particle Tracking
8.     Aeroacoustics and Noise Control in Fluid Machinery 
9.     Renewable Energy Sources and Fluid Mechanics

The text provides an in-depth exploration of advanced fluid mechanics concepts, alongside glimpses of the horizon of emerging trends and challenges. It further presents strategies for noise reduction, enhanced machinery performance, micro fluids, lab-on-a-chip technologies, precision fluid dispensing, and smart fluid systems.

0.      Front Matter
1.     AI and Machine Learning in Fluid Mechanics
2.     Big Data and Data Analytics in Fluid Mechanics
3.     Internet of Things and Smart Fluid Systems
4.     Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
5.     Fluid Flow in Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
6.     Fluid Mechanics in Nanomanufacturing
7.     Magneto-Hydro Dynamic (MHD) flows in Microfluidic Devices
8.     Nanofluid Flow in a U-Tube Double-Pipe Heat Exchanger
9.     Nanofluid-based enhanced oil recovery processes

10.   Natural Convection of Rigid-Free Jeffrey Nanofluid Layer in High Porosity
11.   Joule and Viscous Dissipation in Convective Transport of Casson Nanofluid in a Magnetized Porous Medium 
12.  Applications of Acoustic Cavitation and Sonochemistry
13.   Lab on a Chip in Healthcare Monitoring: Current and Future Perspectives

de Moura, Marcelo F. S. F. | Dourado, Nuno

Fracture & Damage Mechanics

This book is a key guide to bone fracture and fatigue, focusing on quasi-static and fatigue and fracture characterization of cortical bone tissue. Discussing the fundamental aspects of fracture mechanics and fatigue, applicable to many orthotropic materials, the book examines novel, cutting-edge approaches to analyse and model this.

Introduction
Bone Mechanical Behaviour
Quasi-static Fracture and Fatigue/Fracture Characterisation
Mode I Fracture Characterisation
Mode II Fracture Characterisation               
Mixed-Mode I+II Fracture Characterisation
Practical Applications

Fracture, Fatigue, Failure, Damage Evolution and Thermomechanics & Infrared Imaging, Volume 4

Proceedings of the 2025 Annual Conference on Experimental and Applied Mechanics

Fracture, Fatigue, Failure, Damage Evolution and Thermomechanics & Infrared Imaging, Volume 4 of the Proceedings of the 2025 SEM Annual Conference & Exposition on Experimental and Applied Mechanics, the fourth volume of five from the Conference, brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering.

 1 Rapid Fatigue Characterisation of AlSi10Mg-AM using Energy-based approaches
2 Effect of Induced Porosity on Fatigue Performance of Additively Manufactured Short-Fiber Thermoplastics Using Infrared Thermography
3 Fracture Properties Identification using Full-field Measurements: Some Important Concepts and Validation
4 Energy Dissipation Measurement Under Cyclic Torsional Loading Using Infrared Thermography
5 On the Calculation of the Initial Temperature Slope: Key Considerations for the Fatigue Limit Estimation
6 Investigation of Failure in Unidirectional Adhesively-Bonded Composite Joints via Infrared Thermography
7 Effect of Loading Frequency on Fatigue Behavior of Additively Manufactured Short Fiber Thermoplastics via Infrared Thermography
8 Analytical Generalization of the T and A-theta Integrals for the Study of Cracking in Three-dimensional Orthotropic Medium
 

The text provides a holistic view to reduce the use of fossil fuels and move towards sustainable future transportation fuels like biodiesel, ethanol, and hydrogen fuels. It explores the compatibility of biodiesel with vehicles and its utilization across various transport modes.

1. Navigating the Sustainable Fuel Revolution: A Crossroads of Legacy, Innovation, and the Green Imperative. 2. Performance and Emission Characteristics Analysis of a Light-Duty Diesel Engine Operating on Waste Plastic Oil Blended with Nanoparticles and Diesel Fuel. 3. Coco-Mixed Biodiesel as a  novel Knock Mitigation for CI Engines: A Comprehensive Performance and Emission analysis. 4. Parametric Optimization of Biodiesel Production from Waste Cooking Oil Using the Taguchi Method. 5. Investigating the Interaction of Compression Ratio and Nanoparticle-Doped Waste Plastic Oil-Diesel Blends in a Light-Duty Engine. 6. A comprehensive analysis of biodiesel synthesis utilizing biomass derived from aquatic vegetation, along with an evaluation of its impact on engine performance and exhaust emissions. 7. Performance Assessment of Biogas Fuel and Effect of EGR in spark Ignited Engine. 8. Analysis of gasifier-IC engine performance characteristics using babul wood feedstock. 9. Cold flow properties: Applying Investigative study and evaluating prognostic procedures for biodiesel. 10. Experimental Investigations on the performance and emission characteristics of SI engine fueled with blends of ethanol and graphene oxide nanoparticles. 11. Effects waste cooking oil biodiesel with Al2O3 nanoparticles-diesel fuel blends on a light duty diesel engine emission. 12. Fault diagnosis of Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell Power Systems for Maritime Applications. 13. Escalating methanisation in old conventional biogas units and developing the supply chain of Kamdhenu Natural Gas. 14. Enhancing Emission and Performance of a Diesel Engine through Nano-additives: A Review. 15. Circular Economy Models for Sustainable E-Waste Management & Need of Science Communication. 16. E-Waste Awareness, Disposal Behaviors and the Path toward Sustainable Management - A Study among Undergraduate Students at University of Colombo SriLanka. 17. Second Generation Biodiesel Feedstocks. 18. Application o

Fundamental Physics: A Guide to Relativity and Quantum Physics presents the two foundational pillars of modern physics, quantum mechanics and general relativity, in a coherent form aimed primarily at upper-level undergraduate students.

Preface. SECTION I Quantum Physics. Chapter 1 Basic Properties. Chapter 2 Examples. Chapter 3 Quantum Mechanics on a Hilbert Space. Chapter 4 Angular Momentum and Spin. Chapter 5 Quantum Information. SECTION II Relativity. Chapter 6 Basics of Gravity and Relativity. Chapter 7 Special Relativity. Chapter 8 Curved Spaces. Chapter 9 General Relativity. Chapter 10 Vacuum Solutions. SECTION III Relativity and Quantum Physics. Chapter 11 Quantum Mechanics with Newton’s Potential. Chapter 12 Relativistic Quantum Mechanics. Chapter 13 Quantum Gravity. Index.

Fundamentals of Turbomachinery simplifies complex turbomachinery concepts, helping engineering students understand the basics step-by-step to prepare for more advanced studies and real-world applications. It provides the theoretical details with a strong emphasis on a solid mathematical foundation.

1. Basic Concepts.  2. Introduction to Turbomachines.  3. One-Dimensional Theory of Turbomachines.  4. Dimensional Analysis of Turbomachines.  5. Pump Systems.  6. Two-Dimensional Cascades.  7. Three-Dimensional Flow in Axial Flow Machines.  8. Three-Dimensional Flow Losses.  9. Axial Flow Compressors.  10. Axial Flow Turbines.  11. Centrifugal Compressors.  12. Centripetal Turbines.  13. General Principles of Rotor Dynamics in Turbomachinery.  14. Materials for Turbomachines.  Appendix A.

Presenting time-tested standards, as well as validated emerging knowledge on threaded fasteners and bolted joints, this updated edition covers how to design, select parts and materials, control assembly processes, predict behavior, and solve on-the-job problems.

PART I: Material Properties and Selection 1. Fastener Materials 2. Joining with Aluminum Alloy Bolts and Nuts 3. Titanium Screw Joint Systems PART II: Processing of Fasteners 4. Fastener Manufacturing  5. Fastener Coatings 6. Thread Lubricants 7. Tribology of Threaded Joints: Sustainable Lubricants PART III: Threaded Fastners 8. Computing the Strength of a Fastener 9. Computing the Stiffness of a Fastener 10. Computing Joint Stiffness 11. Washers: A Guide to Their Function and Selection 12. Vibration-Resistant Fasteners 13. Aerospace Bolts  14.  Thread Forming, Self-Tapping, and Thermoplastic Screws PART IV: Design and Analysis of Bolted Joints 15. VDI Joint Design Procedures  16. Design Guidelines for Automotive Bolted Joints 17. Design of Gasketed Joints 18.ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Design Rules for Bolted Flanges 19.Fastener Selection for Non-Metallic Automotive Joints 20. Design of Joints Loaded in Shear 21. Design Rules for Structural Steel Bolting 22. Quality Inspection of Automotive Joints PART V: Assembly of Bolted Joints 23. Behavior of a Bolted Joint During Assembly 24. Tightening Groups of Fasteners in a Structure and the Resulting Elastic Interactionl 25. Hydraulic Stud Tensioning 26. Torque-Control of Bolt Tightening   27. Torque-Angle Control of Bolt Tightening  28.Torque-to-Yield Control Process of Bolt Tightening 29. Stretch Control 30. Use of Ultrasonics in Bolted Joints 31. Control with Direct Tension Indicators 32. Selecting Preload for an Existing Joint PART VI: The Joint in Service 33. Clamp Load Decay in Multi-Material Joints Due to Cyclic Heating and Cooling 34. Joint Diagrams 35. Loss of Clamp Load in Post-Yielded Joint Systems Subjected to Ax

Heat Exchangers: Classification, Selection, and Thermal Design discusses heat exchangers and their various applications, such as refrigeration, air conditioning, automobiles, gas turbines, and thermal power plants.

1. Heat Exchangers: Introduction, Classification, and Selection. 2. Heat Exchanger Thermohydraulic Fundamentals and Thermal Design of Heat Exchangers. 3. Compact Heat Exchangers. 4. Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Design. 5. Boiling, Condensation and Steam Generation. 6. Regenerators and Waste Heat Recovery Devices. 7. Plate Heat Exchangers and Spiral Plate Heat Exchangers. 8. Heat Transfer Augmentation.

Heat Exchangers: Operation, Performance, and Maintenance covers heat exchanger installation, commissioning and operation, and maintenance and performance deterioration in service. It also discusses various cleaning processes and repair methods.

1. Flow-Induced Vibration of Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers.  2. Fouling.  3. Corrosion.  4. Boiler, Thermal Power Plant and Heat Exchangers of Feed Water and Cooling Water Systems.  5. Heat Exchanger Installation, Operation, and Maintenance.  

This book identifies the ideal sizing, operation, and control strategies for hot air convective bath driers coupled with air-to-air mechanical vapor compression heat pumps. It evaluates the energy requirements, most efficient operation and control methods, drying performances, and environmental issues and considerations.

1. Introduction.  2. Drying of Porous Solid Materials.  3. Drying of Fruits and Vegetables.  4. Drying of Woods.  5. Heat Pump-Assisted Drying: What’s Wrong?.  6. Optimum Coupling of Thermodynamic Systems.  7. Optimizing Dehumidification Capacity of Mechanical Vapor Compression Heat Pumps.  8. Efficient Operation and Control Rules.  9. Conclusions.  

Heat Recovery with Commercial, Institutional, and Industrial Heat Pumps presents the basic concepts and thermodynamic behavior of mechanical vapor compression and recompression. It covers both ammonia-water absorption and compression/resorption heat pumps.

1. Introduction.  2. Process Integration.  3. Electrically Driven Subcritical Mechanical Vapor Compression Heat Pumps.  4. Electrically Driven Transcritical Mechanical Vapor Compression Heat Pumps.  5. Thermal (Ejection) Vapor Compression Refrigeration and Air Conditioning and Enhanced (Ejector) Heat Pump Systems.  6. Dual-Energy (Hybrid) Mechanical Vapor Compression Heat Pumps.  7. Gas Engine, Gas-Fired, and Steam Turbine-Driven Heat Pumps.  8. Mechanical Vapor Recompression Heat Pumps.  9. Ammonia Water Absorption Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, and Heat Pump Systems.  

Heat Transfer: A Systematic Learning Approach presents valuable tools in understanding heat transfer mechanisms and provides a clear understanding of complex turbulent flows. It provides a comprehensive introduction to topics of heat transfer, including conduction, convection, thermal radiation, and nanofluids.

1. The Heat Transfer.  2. Heat Conduction Equation.  3. Steady State One Dimensional Heat Conduction.  4. Steady State Two Dimensional Heat Conduction.  5. Transient Heat Conduction.  6. Heat Conduction Analysis Using Finite Difference Technique.  7. Fundamentals of Convective Heat Transfer.  8. Forced Convection: Internal Flows.  9. Forced Convection Along Flat Surface.  10. Forced Convection on Curved Surfaces.  11. Natural and Mixed Convection.  12. Heat Transfer Along Phase Change.  13. Fundamentals of Thermal Radiation.  14. Thermal Radiation Exchange Between Surfaces.  15. Heat Exchangers.  Appendix A. Thermal Properties of Selected Metallic Elements. Appendix: Interpolation Using the Jupyter Note Book. Index.  

The text comprehensively highlights the latest methodologies, models, techniques, and applications along with a description of modeling, optimization, and experimental works in the energy sector.

1. Introduction to Thermal Energy Storage: Solar, Geothermal and Hydrogen Energy. 2. Technological Advancements in Sustainable and Renewable Solar Energy Systems. 3. Thermal Energy Storage Technologies and Their Applications. 4. Solar Energy Scenario in India: Opportunities and Challenges. 5. Applications of IoT in Renewable Energy Sector: Smart Energy Management, Opportunities, Challenges and Applications. 6. Design and Modelling of Solar, Geothermal and Hybrid Energy Systems. 7. Optimization Techniques of Solar Thermal and Hybrid Energy Systems. 8. Predicting PV Thermal Collector Performance with Apriori Algorithm. 9. Solar and Geothermal based Thermal Energy Storage for Building Applications. 10. Study and Analysis of Low-Level Geothermal Heat Pumps in Oman. 11. Green Hydrogen Production: Methods, Designs and Applications. 12. Comparative Assessment of Hydrogen Production Methods from Renewable Energy: A Review. 13. Hydrogen Production and Storage: Technological Advancements and Applications. 14. Harnessing Solar and Hydrogen Energy: Conserving for the generations to come. 15. Solar Power Potential of India: Thermal, economical and Technological Advancements. 16. Green Hydrogen Productions: Methods, Designs and Smart Applications. 17. Experimental Investigation of Thermohydraulic Performance of Solar Air collector with Double Sided Roughened Absorber Plate. 18. Design and Analysis of a Solar Based Gear Pump System. 19. Solar Desalination Techniques: Challenges and Opportunities. 20. Atmospheric Water Generation with Different Grades of Molecular Sieve

This book describes various technologies of hydrogen production from different sources and storage in liquid, gaseous as well as in compound forms have also been covered in detail. It also highlights the various modes of transportation of hydrogen and its utilization in a variety of engineering applications.

1. Introduction. 2. Universal Clean Sustainable Energy for Future – Hydrogen. 3. Hydrogen Energy: Addressing Challenges and Exploring Future Prospects. 4. Environmentally Friendly and Cost-Effective Hydrogen Production Strategy: Prospects, Challenges and Technology Development. 5. Thermochemical conversion of biomass for hydrogen production. 6. Hydrogen production from biomass: Harnessing Nature for Sustainable Energy. 7. Aqueous Phase Reforming of Biomass Derived Feedstocks –Towards the Design of Catalytic Systems for the Production of Hydrogen. 8. Thermochemical Hydrogen Production Methods: A Review. 9. Recent Technology and Challenges in Cost-Effective Hydrogen Production from Renewable Energy Sources. 10. Design and Simulation of Industrial Automation System for Hydrogen Production. 11. Storage of Hydrogen in Solid State Materials. 12. Absorption and adsorption-based storage of hydrogen as a fuel. 13. Assessment of materials for energy-efficient low-pressure hydrogen storage. 14. Sustainable Supply Chain Practices in the Emerging Hydrogen Transportation Industry. 15. Hydrogen Fuel in Sustainable Transformation: A Comprehensive Review. 16. A Review on Hybridization and Energy Management Strategies for Hydrogen based Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Applications. 17.  Safety Challenges and Future Scope of Green Hydrogen for the Energy Transition.

Impact Engineering covers the basic aspects of the dynamic analysis of structures undergoing small to large displacements, linear and nonlinear elastic material behavior to viscoplasticity, and the basic features of simple and advanced structural impact analysis.

1. Introduction to structural impact2. Rigid body impact3. One–dimensional elastic waves and impact of bars4. Elasto–dynamics of beams5. Visco–plastic dynamics of beams and plates6. Axial impact in shells and plastic waves7. Material behavior and failure8. Linear finite elements analysis9. Nonlinear finite elements analysis10. Scaling11. Impact engineering

This book focusses on designing, implementing, and verifying performance of energy efficiency and conservation (EE&C) projects in relevant industries from a practitioner’s perspective. Various techniques and approaches are presented using case studies.

1. Introduction 2. Fundamentals of Energy Efficiency and Conservations 3. Energy-Intensive Industries 4. Discovery of Opportunities: Audit and Diagnostics 5. Implementation of Retrofit Projects 6. Measurement and Verification of Project Performance 7. Employee Engagement for Sustainability 8. Conclusion

Industrial Composites, Optimization Methods, and Tribological Considerations

This book recapitulates the significance of metal composites in modern sustainable Industry along with the critical review of process optimization technique and tribological aspects for industrial and automotive applications.

Chapter 1: An Overview of Metal Matrix Composites and significance in Modern sustainable Industry
Chapter 2: Recent Industrial advancements of diverse Metal composites: Aluminium, Copper, and Magnesium
Chapter 3: Reinforcements for Metal and Hybrid Metal Matrix Composites and current Market opportunities
Chapter 4: Existing Development Techniques and machining in MMCs for Automotive and Aeronautical Industries
Chapter 5: Emerging Practices for Physical and Mechanical Characterization of Composite Materials
Chapter 6: Critical Review of Process Optimization techniques for Material characterization and Analysis
Chapter 7: Tribology of Metal Matrix Composites: A Comprehensive Review
Chapter 8: Lubrication Technology, Additives and Lubricants
Chapter 9: Improvements in Tribological Properties of Metal Matrix Composites for Industrial and Automotive applications

Innovations in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering for a Sustainable Future

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Presents research contributions across various engineering and technological domains, showcasing advancements in electrical power system, power electronics, communication systems, artificial intelligence & machine learning, materials science, fluid dynamics, manufacturing, and renewable energy.

Preface 1. Learning Queueing Time in XGPON Using Artificial Neural Network Regression Analysis to Improve Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation 2. Comparative Study and Analysis of Deep Learning Algorithms for Vehicle Classification 3. Introduction of 5G Network Within Airport Boundary Through Safety Management System 4. Analysis of Radar Cross Section Using Trihedral Corner Reflector for Millimeter Wave FMCW Radar 5. Occlusion-Based Territories Module Transmission Range, Stability, and Disease Detection Algorithm in Varied Setup Conditions for Agriculture Applications 6. Comparative Study of Normal and Joint 11kV XLPE Cable Under Offline Conditions Using Scale PD Calibrator 7. Microsleep Prevention System Based on Eye Aspect Ratio Using Webcam 8. Fatty Acid Assessment of Crude Palm Oil Using an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) 9. Cardinality with Spatial Filter for Myoelectric Pattern Recognition Feature Extraction 10. FPV Cooling Performance Analysis 11. Review of Different Types of Solar Tracking Systems 12. The Prospects for Residential Rooftop PV System Investment in Brunei 13. Optimizing Water Management in Vertical Farming: Design and Implementation of an Automated Pneumatic Water Level Control System 14. Automated and Smart Manufacturing Systems: An Investigation 15. Design and Fabrication of Assisted Upper Body Exercise Equipment (Prototype) 16. Desktop Survey of Piping Work Pack for Offshore Maintenance: Cost Effectiveness 17. Optimization of End Process with Minimum Quantity Lubrication 18. Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Electrospun PVDF Nanofibers Reinforced with MXene Nanofillers 19. Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis on the Hydraulic Performance of Polycrystalline Diamond Compact Drill Bit Designed for Interbedded Formation Drilling 20. Thermal Analysis of the Lubrication Fluid Film in a Journal Bearing 21. Effects of Quenching Medium and Time on the Hardness of Heat-Treated Steel 22. Optimal Turning of Ti-Alloy Ti-6Al-4V Using ABACUS Simulation 23.

Proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Scientific Computing and Machine Learning (ICASCML) 2023, Maldives

Gao, Zhentong | Xu, Jiajin

Structural Mechanical Engineering

This book introduces the principles and theories of fatigue statistics and presents the Zhentong Gao method along with its practical applications.

Part 1: Mathematical Foundations of Intelligent Fatigue Statistics  1. Basic Knowledge of Probability Theory  2. Random Variable Functions and Moment Generating Functions  3. Several Commonly Used Distributions  4. Basic Knowledge of Statistics  Part 2: Computer Basics of Intelligent Statistical Fatigue  5. Application of Excel in Probability Statistics  6. Introduction to Python  Part 3: Some Applications of Intelligent Fatigue Statistics  7. Estimation of Population Parameters  8. Zhentong Gao Method  9. Several Commonly Used Testing Methods  10. Application of Digital-Experiments to the Study of Weibull Distribution

Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning

This updated text introduces the fundamental concepts of inverse heat transfer solutions, showing their application for solving problems in convection, conduction, radiation, and multi-physics problems. The text introduces a formulation based on generalized coordinates for the solution of inverse heat conduction problems in two-dimensional regions.

Part I: Introduction and Parameter Estimation 1. Basic Concepts 2. Parameter Estimation: Minimization of an Objective Function without Prior Information about the Unknown Parameters 3. Parameter Estimation: Minimization of an Objective Function with Prior Information about the Unknown Parameters 4. Parameter Estimation: Stochastic Simulation with Prior Information about the Unknown Parameters Part II: Function Estimation 5. Function Estimation: Minimization of an Objective Functional without Prior Information about the Unknown Functions 6. Function Estimation: Solution within the Bayesian Framework of Statistics with Prior Information about the Unknown Functions Part III: State Estimation 7. State Estimation: Kalman Filter 8. State Estimation: Particle Filter

Choudhury, Binayak S. | Samanta, Soumen

This book provides an in-depth exploration of the mathematical and theoretical foundations of quantum teleportation.

1. Linear Spaces and Operators. 2. Classical Bits and Classical Gates. 3. Essentials From Quantum Physics. 4. Entanglement. 5. Density Matrix. 6. Quantum Noise. 7. Quantum Communication System. 8. Teleportation of Single-qubit Quantum States. 9. Teleportation Protocol of Multi-qubit States 10. Bidirectional Teleportation Protocols 11. Controlled Teleportation Protocols 12. Multi-hop Teleportation Schemes 13. Probabilistic Teleportation Protocols 14. Teleportation Under Noisy Environments 15. Control of Noise in Teleportation Processes Appendix A: Remote State Preparation scheme of single-qubit state Appendix B: Joint remote state preparation protocol of single-qubit state Appendix C: Hybrid bi-directional communication protocol References Index

The 4th edition of ICMAMS (ICMAMS 2024) was held in Bangalore, India, from 11th to 13th of December 2024, hosted by the Ramaiah Institute of Technology (RIT), Karnataka, India.

1 Thermo-mechanical and structural characteristics of hybrid nanofiller and natural fibrestrengthened biodegradable composite laminatesB. Deepanraj, N. Senthilkumar, G. Perumal and M. Asad2 Numerical investigations on tool edge preparation effects on dry cutting of AA2024Muhammad Asad, Muhammad Azhar Ali Khan, Muhammad Usman Rashid, Mushtaq Khan,Deepanraj Balakrishnan, Hassan Ijaz and Faramarz Djavanroodi3 Dynamic response of beam type structures subjected to bi-directional excitationMrinmoy Saha, B. Panigrahi and Sabareesh G. R.4 Digital twin framework for structural health monitoring using PWT-excited Lamb wavesVishnu Harikumar and Bijudas C. R.5 Element-free Galerkin method for static analysis of non-local elastic solids using differentialand integral strain-driven modelsAkhil S. L., Praveen Krishna I. R. and Gaurab Kumar Khanra6 Re-analysis of Euler-Bernoulli microbeam bending problems modelled after Eringen’sstrain-driven non-local theory, strain gradient theory, and the stress-driven theory: Acomparative studyGaurab Kumar Khanra, I. R. Praveen Krishna and Raveendranath P.7 A comparative analysis on the thin-walled anisotropic blades with symmetric andunsymmetrical aero foil cross-sectionsG. Deepak Kumar and Brajesh Panigrahi8 Analysis of surface wave propagation in composite structures with corrugated interfacesN. Bhengra and M. Rodge9 Experimental and numerical investigation of face-core debonding in honeycomb sandwichpanelsKumar, R. Ganesh Narayanan and N. Muthu10 Damage evaluation to containment of nuclear power plant subjected to impact loading ofdifferent aircraftAlim Rawsan, Sher Bahadur Singh and Pabitra Ranjan Maiti11 Sand inclusion composite structures for enhanced ballistic impact resistanceManas Thakur, Nakka Nishika, Bommiditha Jyothsnavi, Surkanti Sai Sahasra andSrika

The 4th edition of ICMAMS (ICMAMS 2024) was held in Bangalore, India, from 11th to 13th of December 2024, hosted by the Ramaiah Institute of Technology (RIT), Karnataka, India.

1 Thermo-mechanical and structural characteristics of hybrid nanofiller and natural fibrestrengthened biodegradable composite laminatesB. Deepanraj, N. Senthilkumar, G. Perumal and M. Asad2 Numerical investigations on tool edge preparation effects on dry cutting of AA2024Muhammad Asad, Muhammad Azhar Ali Khan, Muhammad Usman Rashid, Mushtaq Khan,Deepanraj Balakrishnan, Hassan Ijaz and Faramarz Djavanroodi3 Dynamic response of beam type structures subjected to bi-directional excitationMrinmoy Saha, B. Panigrahi and Sabareesh G. R.4 Digital twin framework for structural health monitoring using PWT-excited Lamb wavesVishnu Harikumar and Bijudas C. R.5 Element-free Galerkin method for static analysis of non-local elastic solids using differentialand integral strain-driven modelsAkhil S. L., Praveen Krishna I. R. and Gaurab Kumar Khanra6 Re-analysis of Euler-Bernoulli microbeam bending problems modelled after Eringen’sstrain-driven non-local theory, strain gradient theory, and the stress-driven theory: Acomparative studyGaurab Kumar Khanra, I. R. Praveen Krishna and Raveendranath P.7 A comparative analysis on the thin-walled anisotropic blades with symmetric andunsymmetrical aero foil cross-sectionsG. Deepak Kumar and Brajesh Panigrahi8 Analysis of surface wave propagation in composite structures with corrugated interfacesN. Bhengra and M. Rodge9 Experimental and numerical investigation of face-core debonding in honeycomb sandwichpanelsKumar, R. Ganesh Narayanan and N. Muthu10 Damage evaluation to containment of nuclear power plant subjected to impact loading ofdifferent aircraftAlim Rawsan, Sher Bahadur Singh and Pabitra Ranjan Maiti11 Sand inclusion composite structures for enhanced ballistic impact resistanceManas Thakur, Nakka Nishika, Bommiditha Jyothsnavi, Surkanti Sai Sahasra andSrika

Structural Mechanical Engineering

In this textbook for students of laminated composite materials, composite structures, and anisotropic elasticity, Chyanbin Hwu draws on more than 3 decades of research and applications experience to provide a leading resource on many unique topics related to laminated composite structures

1. Introduction to Composites. 2. Mechanical Behavior of Laminated Composite Materials. 3. Laminated Composite Plates. 4. Laminated Composite Beams. 5. Laminated Composite Shells. 6. Composite Sandwich Construction. 7. Composite Wing Structures. 8. Anisotropic Elasticity. 9. Numerical Methods.

Ebrahimi, Farzad | Farajzadeh Ahari, Mehrdad

Structural Mechanical Engineering

Mathematical Numerical Analysis

Mechanics of Magnetostrictive Materials and Structures demonstrates the practical applications and uses for this cutting-edge smart material. Exploring analytical and numerical solution procedures and characteristics of metamaterials, the book details how these respond to external factors

Chapter 1. An Introduction to Magnetostrictive Materials and Structures. Chapter 2. Static Analysis of Magnetostrictive Materials and Structures. Chapter 3. Vibration Analysis of Magnetostrictive Materials and Structures. Chapter 4. Wave Propagation of Magnetostrictive Materials and Structures. Chapter 5. Dynamic Analysis of Magnetostrictive Materials and Structures.

de Silva, Clarence W. | Tennakoon, Nimali

Mechanics of Materials provides the basis for understanding structural mechanics in engineering systems such as buildings, bridges, vehicles, and machines.

Chapter 1. Introduction to Mechanics of Materials Chapter 2. Statistics: A Review Chapter 3. Stress Chapter 4. Strain Chapter 5. Mechanical Properties of Materials Chapter 6. Axial Loading Chapter 7. Torsion in Shafts Chapter 8. Bending in Beams Chapter 9. Stress and Strain Transformations. Chapter 10. Introduction to Finite Element Analysis. Chapter 11. Methods and Equations in FEA Appendix A: Geometric Properties of Planar Shapes Appendix B. Deflections and Slopes of Beams in Bending Appendix C. Buckling of Columns. Appendix D. Advanced Topics. Appendix F. Mechanical Properties of Common Engineering Materials. Appendix F. Finite Element Analysis Using MATLAB®

The text describes how the design, analyzing capacity, and optimization criteria of mechatronics systems can be improved using numerical, experimental, and computational approaches, and how it helps in data sensing, fault detection, and diagnosis.

Chapter 1: Analysis of Impact of Reed Solomon Encoding on AWGN Channel with QPSK and GMSK Modulation. 2. PDAVC: Preventing DDOS Attacks in Virtual Cloud using Machine Learning Algorithms. 3. Transforming Service Sectors with IoT, ML, and Comprehensive Security Solutions. 4. Eco Mechatronics: Integrating Sustainability into Mechatronic Systems. 5. Integration of Electronics Control System for an Advanced Hovercraft. 6. Blockchains and its implications in Wireless Sensor Networks. 7. Advancements in Mechatronic Systems for Manufacturing, Robotics, and Automation: Yaskawa Motoman GP12 Robot Applications. 8. Comparative Feasibility Analysis of PV Plant with Energy Effective measures in Chandigarh University using RET screen. 9. Internet of Things in Livestock Farming: Implementation, Challenges, and Future Trends. 10. An efficient water quality evaluation model using weighted hesitant fuzzy soft sets for water pollution rating. 11. OCR using Traditional and DNN Approach.12. Development of Remote Sensing Microsatellite for Observation of Martian Surface in Space.

Kumar, Avinash | Katiyar, Jitendra Kumar

The main objective of this book is to understand and manipulate the physical, chemical, and biological processes that occur in microscale fluidic systems. It explains microfluidics and biofluidics and their application to innovative design and computational intelligence methods used for solving nonlinear problems of engineering.

1. Fundamentals of Micro- and Biofluidics 2. Development of Micro- and Biofluidic Devices 3. A Tribological Aspect of Micro- and Biofluidics 4. Applications of Micro- and Biofluidics 5. Future Outlook Of Micro- and Biofluidics

Modeling and Simulation of Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer delves into the fascinating world of fluid dynamics and heat transfer modeling, presenting an extensive exploration of these subjects.

1. Flow behavior of a conducting fluid in an unsteady state with Brownian motion. 2. Underground Coal Gasification Modelling. 3. Modeling of MXene (Ti3C2) emerged blood flowing through cosine shape stenosis. 4. Heat transfer analysis in Shell and Tube heat exchanger with helical baffles. 5. Residual and Computational Time Analysis of the Boundary Layer Flow. 6. Modelling of electrically conducting fluid flow over a rotating disc. 7. Unsteady radiative MHD flow over a porous stretching plate. 8. Modeling of Cylindrical Blast Waves with Dust Particles. 9. Reliable Analysis of Riemann Problem in Magnetogasdynamics. 10. Modeling of Rayleigh-Taylor instability with nanoparticles and magnetic field. 11. Modelling of silicone oil based Casson hybrid nanofluid across a porous rotating disk. 12. Modeling of Hybrid Sisko Nanofluid over a Radially Stretching Surface with Suction. 13. Modelling of ternary nanofluid flow through a diverging porous channel.

Meng, Debiao | Zhu, Shun-Peng

Multidisciplinary Design Optimization of Complex Structures Under Uncertainty

Structural Mechanical Engineering

From basic theory to advanced applications, this helps readers achieve more efficient and reliable design optimization in complex systems through rich case studies and practical technical guidance, presenting the fundamental theories and methods of Uncertainty-Based Multidisciplinary Design and Optimization.

1. Introduction.  2. Basic Knowledge of UBMDO.  3. Approximate Method.  4. Uncertainty Analysis Method.  5. Deterministic MDO Method.  6. UBMDO Method.  7. Application of Advanced UBMDO in Aviation Equipment.  8. Application of MDO Considering Random and Interval Uncertainty in Energy Equipment.  9. Application of Adaptive Surrogate Model-assisted UBMDO in Propulsion Equipment.  10. The Development Prospect of UBMDO.  

The text offers a detailed presentation of mathematical, numerical, and experimental techniques for nanofluids. It further comprehensively discusses topics such as the comparison of heat transfer models, flow features of ternary hybrid nanofluids, thermodynamics and mass diffusion, and natural convection in triangular cavities.

1. Nanofluid Dynamics Properties and Applications. 2. Experimental Techniques for Nano-fluid Testing and Validation. 3. The Application of Nanofluids in Thermal Management Systems. 4.  Optimizing SAH Performance: A Computational Approach with Nanofluid Integration. 5. Carbon nanotubes for evacuated Tube Solar Collector. 6. Optimization algorithm for CNT application in solar system. 7. Enhancement of Casson SWCNT-MWCNT- Graphene/ethanol tri-hybrid nanofluid’s heat transfer over a spinning disk. 8. Adoption, Development and Application of Robotic & Nanofluid Technology in Sustainable Healthcare: A Comprehensive Study. 9. MHD Darcy-Forchheimer ternary Ag-Au-Cu/H2O hybrid nanofluid flow over moving thin needle under the influence of Hall current and chemical reaction. 10. Natural Convection in a Triangular Cavity Filled with MoS_2-waterNanofluid and Microorganisms – Finite Element Method. 11. Activation Energy and Inclined Magnetization on Convective Transportation of Casson Nanofluid with Thermal Radiation. 12. Numerical computation of bioconvection flow in nanofluid over stretching sheet in non-Darcy medium with Forchheimer correction. 13. Nanofluidic Applications in Sustainable Food Technology and Agriculture.
 

Ferrofluids, a synthetic intelligent liquid material, exhibit fascinating flow phenomena when subjected to magnetic fields. This book systematically examines the fundamentals, applications, mathematical derivations, and properties of non-equilibrium ferrohydrodynamics and explores the magnetization and viscosity properties of ferrofluids.

1. Introduction  2. Basic equations of non-equilibrium ferrohydrodynamics  3. Introduction to quasi-equilibrium ferrohydrodynamics  4. Magnetic properties of ferrofluids  5. Viscosity and magnetoviscous effects of ferrofluids  6. Ferrofluid planar Couette-Poisseuille flows  7. Ferrofluid flow in pipes  8. Laminar circular flow of ferrofluid  9. Spin-up flow of ferrofluids

Plastic Forming and Deformation of Metals Based on Multiscale Simulation

This book takes a multiscale approach to explore the plastic forming and deformation of metals, spanning a wide spectrum from the macroscale to the mesoscale, microscale, nanoscale, and atomic levels.

1. Theoretical Basis for Plastic Deformation of Metals  2. First-principles Simulation for Plastic Deformation of Metals  3. Molecular Dynamics Simulation for Plastic Deformation of Metals  4. Discrete Dislocation Dynamics Simulation for Plastic Deformation of Metals  5. Cellular Automaton Simulation of Dynamic Recrystallization in Plastic Deformation of Metals  6. Crystal Plasticity Finite Element Simulation for Plastic Deformation of Metals  7. Finite Element Simulation of Ball Spinning and Isothermal Precision Forging  8. Finite Element Simulation for Stamping Forming of Bipolar Plate  9. Finite Element Simulation for Superplastic Forming Based on Composite Sheet

Caravelli, Francesco | Dalvit, Diego A. R.

Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory

This book — the first of three — introduces the standard techniques of statistical mechanics; presenting a practica approach to the recurring structures that link different areas of statistical physics. It's an ideal textbook for university courses on Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics, offering a broad, accessible starting point.

Chapter 1 From the Theory of Fire to Classical Thermodynamics, Chapter 2 Thermodynamics, Chapter 3 Cycles and Thermodynamic Entropy, Chapter 4 Work–Entropy Relationships, Chapter 5 Applications of Thermodynamics, Chapter 6 Kinetic Theory, Chapter 7 Boltzmann's Entropy Functional, Chapter 8 Equilibration and Entropy, Chapter 9 Entropy and Ensembles, Chapter 10 Properties of Classical Gases, Chapter 11 Simulating a Particle Gas: a Primer, Chapter 12 Quantum Statistical Mechanics, Chapter 13 Properties of Quantum Gases, Chapter 14 Classical Many-Body Physics: Introduction to Ferromagnets, Chapter 15 Mean-Field Ferromagnets, Chapter 16 Ising Model and Phase Transitions, Chapter 17 Landau Theory of Phase Transitions, Chapter 18 Landau–Ginzburg and Fluctuations, Chapter 19 Renormalization Group, Chapter 20 Critical Exponents

Principles and Practice of Forensic Mechanical Engineering explains the physical processes and causes of failures that result in physical or bodily damage. It discusses the nature of defects and defines the three types – design defects, manufacturing defects and service defects – with supporting examples of each. 

1. Introduction.  2. Defects.  3. Peculiar Failures.  4. Machine Accidents.  5. Combustion Explosions.  6. Combustion Venting.  7. Ignition of Mixed Flammable Liquids.  8. Arson.  9. Soot.  10. Steam and Other Boiling Liquid Explosions.  11. Pipe Bursts From Freezing.  12. Vertical Tank Failures.  13. Residential Oil Tank Failures.  14. Control Standards.  15. Conclusions, Opinions and Liability.  Afterword.  

This is an updated, and extended version of its first edition. New features include transparent interferometric derivation of the physics for quantum entanglement devoid of mysteries and paradoxes. It also provides utilitarian matrix version of quantum entanglement for engineering applications.

Preface
Author’s Biography
Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Introduction
1.2 Brief Historical Perspective
1.3 The Principles of Quantum Mechanics
1.4 The Feynman Lectures on Physics
1.5 The Photon
1.6 Quantum Optics
1.7 Quantum Optics for Engineers
1.7.1 Quantum Optics for Engineers: Quantum Entanglement, Second Edition
References
Chapter 2 Planck’s Quantum Energy Equation

2.1 Introduction
2.2 Planck’s Equation and Wave Optics
2.3 Planck’s Constant h
2.3.1 Back to E = h
Problems
References
Chapter 3 The Uncertainty Principle

3.1 Heisenberg’s Uncertainty Principle
3.2 The Wave-Particle Duality
3.3 The Feynman Approximation
3.1.1 Example
3.4 The Interferometric Approximation
3.5 The Minimum Uncertainty Principle
3.6 The Generalized Uncertainty Principle
3.7 Equivalent Versions of Heisenberg’s Uncertainty Principle
3.7.1 Example
3.8 Applications of the Uncertainty Principle in Optics
3.8.1 Beam Divergence
3.8.2 Beam Divergence in Astronomy
3.8.3 The Uncertainty Principle and the Cavity Linewidth Equation
3.8.4 Tuning Laser Microcavities
3.8.5 Nanocavities
Problems
References
Chapter 4 The Dirac–Feynman Quantum Interferometric Principle

4.1 Dirac’s Notation in Optics
4.2 The Dirac–Feynman Interferometric Principle
4.3 Interference and the Interferometric Probability Equation
4.3.1 Examples: Double-, Triple-, Quadruple-, and Quintuple-Slit Interference
4.3.2 Geometry of the N-Slit Quantum Interferometer
4.3.3 The Diffraction Grating Equation
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Seals are vital to the performance stability of centrifugal machines, influencing everything from sealing efficiency to vibration reliability.

Introduction. Classification of rotary machines seals.  1. Stuffing box seals.  2. Mechanical seals.  3. Gap seals and their influence on the centrifugal machine’s dynamic characteristics.  4. Automatic balancing devices as sealing units.  5. Special designs of non-contact seals.  6. Sealing systems for rotary machines.  Conclusion

Ravisankar, B. | Angelo, P.C.

This book discusses about grain refinement by various severe plastic deformation processes such as equal channel angular pressing, high pressure torsion, twist extrusion and so forth. It also deals with grain refinement mechanism, influence of process parameters on the properties of the fabricated micro/nano material, and thermal stability.

1. Introduction 2. Severe Plastic Deformation Processes Developed for Grain Refinement 3. Equal Channel Angular Pressing 4. High-Pressure Torsion 5. Twist Extrusion 6. Cyclic Extrusion And Compression 7. Multi-Axial Forging 8. Accumulative Roll Bonding 9. Groove Pressing 10. Friction Stir Processing 11. Microstructure and Properties of Materials Processed under SPD 12. Commercialisations and Challenges of Nanostructured Metals and Alloys

This book introduces technologies and devices that are used for the analysis of treated ballast water. Emphasis is placed on the separation, manipulation, detection, counting and sizing of microalgae in a microfluidic chip which shows great potential for developing miniatured analysis devices.

1. Introduction and Basic Concepts  2. Resistive Pulse Sensing of Particles and Microalgae  3. Automatic Separation and Manipulation of Microalgae  4. Smartphone-Based Lab-on-Chip Device for Living Algae Detection  5. Electrostatic Charges on Microalgae Surface: Mechanism and Ballast Water Analysis  6. Surface Charge-Based Living Microalgae Detection in a Microchannel  7. Dielectrophoresis-based cell viability assessment  8. Commercial Devices for Living Algae Detection

The book discusses various rotor system, rotor dynamics, and dynamics of rotating machinery problems through tutorials. It correlates examples provided in book with real machinery where it can be used and readers can analyze their own rotor sys. based on variety of examples presented. All problems are supplemented by independent MATLAB codes.

1. A Brief History of Rotor Systems and Basic Terminologies. 2. Transverse Vibrations of Simple Rotor Systems. 3. Rotordynamic Parameters of Bearings 4. Transverse Vibrations of Simple Rotor-Bearing-Foundation Systems. 5. Transverse Vibrations of Simple Rotor Systems with Gyroscopic Effects.

Al-Samarai, Riyadh A. | Al-Douri, Yarub

Smart Materials in Mechanical Engineering: Innovation and Applications serves as a comprehensive educational resource that bridges traditional mechanical engineering principles with contemporary smart technology applications.

1. Introduction to Advanced Materials and Their Role in Industry 4.0.&nbsp; 2. Mechanical and Physical Properties of Advanced Materials.&nbsp; 3. Processing and Fabrication Techniques.&nbsp; 4. Fundamentals of Nanostructured Materials.&nbsp; 5. Metallic, Ceramic, and Polymeric Nanomaterials.&nbsp; 6. Industrial Applications of Nanomaterials.&nbsp; 7. Principles of Composite Materials.&nbsp; 8. Perovskite Compounds: Structure, Modification, and Advanced Properties.&nbsp; 9. Automotive and Aerospace Applications of Self-Healing Polymer Nanocomposites.&nbsp; 10. Electronics and Energy Storage Applications of Self-Healing Polymer Nanocomposites.

Mechanical Engineering Design

The focus of this book is to cover the fundamentals, methodological approaches, and diverse applications of smart systems. It further discusses important topics such as the internet of things enabled smart systems, artificial intelligence, ergonomics, digital twin, and quality assured framework in smart systems.

1. Management Strategies in Smart Systems. 2. A Critical Review on Smart Manufacturing. 3.  A Review of Sustainable Approach to Smart Manufacturing Systems. 4.  A Status of Smart Agriculture: A Method to Enhancing Management. 5. Methodological approaches for smart Agriculture and Its Applications. 6. Smart Agriculture in the Context of Fourth Industrial Revolution: Opportunities and Challenges for Bangladesh. 7. Smart Aroma-Culture and Effective Commercial Distillation of Major Essential Oil Crops Make India a Global Leader in the Specified Field. 8. Effect of Biohumus on Agrochemical Properties of Soil, Fertility and Plant Productivity in Greenhouse Conditions. 9. Smart Ergonomic Design of VDT Workstation: An Affordable way to Environment Health and Safety. 10. Quality Assured Framework for Smart Drug Delivery Systems in pharmaceutical industries &amp; Its Applications. 11. Multi-agent based Dynamic Scheduling of Flexible Manufacturing Systems with Routing Flexibility. 12. Role of Spiritual personality for effective management in smart manufacturing. 13. Smart manufacturing through lean enablers: an assessment framework using multi-grade fuzzy approach and importance-performance analysis for manufacturing firm.

Fu, Yun-Fei | Rolfe, Bernard

Mechanical Engineering Design

This presents a new topology algorithm for structural optimization called Smooth-Edged Material Distribution for Optimizing Topology (SEMDOT). It presents the basic theory of SEMDOT, explains its connections with the corresponding optimizers, and uses it to address the jagged edge problem facing classical topology optimization algorithms.

1. Introduction.  2. Topology Optimization Algorithms.  3. Smooth-Edged Material Distribution for Optimizing Topology (SEMDOT) Algorithm.  4. Optimizers.  5. Stiffness Maximization Problems.  6. Compliant Mechanism Design Problems.  7. Heat Conduction Problems.  8. Dynamic Problems.  9. Maximum Stress Minimization Problems.  10. Self-Supporting Design for Additive Manufacturing.  11. Homogenization Topology Optimization Problems.  12. Closing Remarks.  Appendix A. Comparison with Existing Algorithms.  Appendix B. Zhou-Rozvany Problem.  Appendix C. MATLAB-Based SEMDOT Software Packages.  

Ansermet, Jean-Philippe

Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory

A sound understanding of magnetism, transport theory, spin relaxation mechanisms, and magnetization dynamics is necessary to engage in spintronics research. In this primer, special effort has been made to give straightforward explanations for these advanced concepts.

Chapter 1: Magnetoresistance. Chapter 2: Exchange. Chapter 3: Crystal Field Effects. Chapter 4: Magnetic Anisotropies. Chapter 5: Indirect Exchange. Chapter 6: Moments in Metals. Chapter 7: Magnetization Dynamics. Chapter 8: Thermodynamics of Spin-Dependent Transport. Chapter 9: Boltzmann Description of Transport. Chapter 10: Perpendicular Transport Phenomena. Chapter 11: Anomalous Transport. Chapter 12: Principles of Spin Relaxation. Chapter 13: Mechanisms of Spin Flip. Chapter 14: Magnetic Relaxation. Chapter 15: Magnetic Resonance. Chapter 16: Dynamic Nuclear Polarization. Chapter 17: Ferromagnetic Resonance Spectroscopy. Chapter 18: Antiferromagnetic Resonance and Polaritons. Chapter 19: Coherent Spin Dynamics. List of Abbreviations. Glossary. References. Index.               

de Souza Sánchez Filho, Emil

This comprehensive textbook presents fundamental concepts and detailed analysis of stress analysis in homogeneous and isotropic solids using a tensor approach. All expressions are derived in the form of Cartesian tensors, with detailed step-by-step deductions and complete demonstrations, ensuring no steps are omitted in obtaining results.

1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Stress Tensor2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Stress Hexacosahedron3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Stress Quadrics4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Plane Stress5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mohr Circle6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Geometric Representation of Stress7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Piola–Kirchhoff Stress Tensors8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Differentiation of Tensors and Objectivity Principle

Wierzbicki, Tomasz | Ling, Jiayin

Fracture & Damage Mechanics

Structural Mechanical Engineering

Structural Mechanics covers three aspects of modern eng: the foundation of structural mechanics, the solution to urgent industrial problems, the reconstruction of major accidents. It offers 6 case studies identifying the most imp phase of the collapse or fracture of a complex system, develop a tractable model and offer solutions.

Part I From Continuum Mechanics to Elastic Structures
Lecture 1: The concept of strain Lecture 2: The Concept of Stress, Generalized Stresses and Equilibrium Lecture 3: Development of Constitutive Equations of Continuum, Beams and Plates Lecture 4: Solution Method for Beam Deflections Lecture 5: Moderately Large Deflection Theory of Beams Lecture 6: Bending Response of Plates and Optimum Design Lecture 7: Energy Methods in Elasticity Lecture 8: Stability of Elastic Structures Lecture 9: Advanced Topic in Column Buckling Lecture 10: Buckling of Plates and Sections Part II Plastic Analysis of Plates and Shells, and Ductile Fracture Lecture 11: Fundamental concepts in plasticity Lecture 12: Von Mises yield condition Lecture 13: Tresca yield condition Lecture 14: Yield condition in generalized stresses Lecture 15: Principle of virtual velocity and Limit Analysis  Lecture 16: Fundamental concepts of ductile fracture Lecture 17: Fracture Calibration and Experimental Validation Part III Dynamic Loading and Failure of Structures Lecture 18: Space Shuttle Challenger mid-air break-up (1986) Lecture 19: Denting Analysis of Short Tubular Members Lecture 20: Buckle Propagation In Undersea Pipelines (1987) Lecture 21: Grounding Damage of Exxon Valdez (1989) Lecture 22: Airplane Wing Cutting Into Twin Tower External Columns(2003) Lecture 23: Fracture And Collapse of the BP Horizon Oil Rig (2010)Lecture 24: Road Debris Impact on EV Battery Pack (2014)
 Appendix  

Explores the intersection between United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and geospatial technology. Analyzes how geospatial and statistical information, and data analysis techniques are effectively employed to assess, monitor, and facilitate sustainable development initiatives.

1. Multi-Criteria Optimization Modeling for the Sustainable Development Goals of Nigeria: Mission 2030 2. Simulating the Impacts of Land Use Transformations on Flood Potential Using a Distributed Hydrological Model, in the Palani Hills, South India 3. Decadal Land Use/Land Cover Change Detection Using Remote Sensing and GIS Technique in Karnataka, South India 4. Spatiotemporal Mapping of Air Pollutants in Delhi During the Haze Period 5. Mapping the Groundwater Table in an Alluvial Aquifer Using Digital Elevation Model, GIS, and Geostatistics 6. Spatial Regression and Temporal Analyses Using GIS: A Case Study of India 7. A Spatially Explicit Framework for Computing the QoL Index for People in the Cauvery River Basin 8. A Remote Sensing and GIS-Based Two-Decadal Spatiotemporal Analysis of the Delhi Region Due to Variability in Climate 9. Measurements of Precipitation over the Antarctic Region: Ground-Based Data&nbsp;and Satellite Measurements 10. Spatiotemporal Monitoring of Land Surface Temperature for Assessing Heat-Related Health Risks 11. A Multi-Attribute Optimization Modeling of Socio-Economic Issues&nbsp;of Sustainable Development Goals of India: Mission 2030 12. Energy Supply Cost Sustainability: A Case Study of Educational Institution 13. Exploring Market Hierarchy and Infrastructural Facilities for Sustainable Rural Development in India: A Geographical Perspective 14. Quantification of Potential Evapotranspiration from Pindari-Kafni Glacier Valleys in Kumaun Central Himalayas

Sustainable Engineering & Manufacturing

The text discusses sustainable buildings, energy efficient technologies, advanced materials, advances in renewable energy for building sector, green intelligent infrastructure, policies on sustainable infrastructure, and life cycle assessment. It presents design considerations, challenges, and applications of net zero energy buildings.

1. Innovation in green building sector for sustainable future: Fundamentals to Advances. 2. Development of new materials for sustainable buildings. 3. Smart Building Materials for Energy and Heat Transfer Optimization. 4. Life Cycle Assessment of Sustainable Building Materials. 5. Efficiency Meets Innovation: City Gas Systems in Modern Buildings. 6. India’s Future on Sustainable Infrastructure: A Systematic Review of Initiatives. 7. Net Zero Energy Buildings: Design Considerations, Challenges, and Applications. 8. Strategic and Technical Analysis of Sustainable Smart Cities Development in Oman. 9. Data Mining Techniques in Green Building for Evaluation of energy Cost, Grades and Adoption. 10. Energy Policies and Infrastructure Requirements for Efficient Green Buildings. 11. Building Performance Prediction &amp; Optimization. 12. Energy Planning and Thermal Comfort in Buildings. 13. Renewable energy technologies application in sustainable buildings. 14. Social, Economic, and Environmental Issues Associated with Sustainable Buildings. 15. Emerging Trends in Smart Green Building Technologies. 16. Implementation of Renewable Technologies in Energy-Efficient Urban Infrastructure: Development to Promote Sustainable Socio-Economic Growth. 17. A Comprehensive Review on Pipe Layout and Life Cycle Energy Analysis of Earth-Air Heat Exchanger: Sustainable Solution for Energy Efficient Building. 18. Retrofitting of existing buildings to achieve energy efficient buildings - A case study of residential building in India.

Laplante, Phillip A. | Laplante, Chris

A Practical Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Nontechnical Professionals

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

This guide complements traditional technical writing manuals through first-hand examples that help readers understand practical considerations in writing technical content. The new edition includes new exercises and case studies and new content on software/systems documentation, popular writing tools, and technologies like generative AI.

1. The Nature of Technical Writing. 2. Technical Writing Basics. 3. The Writing Process. 4. Scientific Writing. 5. Business Communications. 6. Technical Reporting. 7. Using Graphical Elements. 8. Publishing Your Work. 9. Writing for the Digital Age. 10. Writing with Collaborators.

Laplante, Phillip A. | Laplante, Chris

A Practical Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Nontechnical Professionals

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

This guide complements traditional technical writing manuals through first-hand examples that help readers understand practical considerations in writing technical content. The new edition includes new exercises and case studies and new content on software/systems documentation, popular writing tools, and technologies like generative AI.

1. The Nature of Technical Writing. 2. Technical Writing Basics. 3. The Writing Process. 4. Scientific Writing. 5. Business Communications. 6. Technical Reporting. 7. Using Graphical Elements. 8. Publishing Your Work. 9. Writing for the Digital Age. 10. Writing with Collaborators.

Thermal and Flow Measurements spans the basics of measurement methods to the advanced diagnostic applications in experiments and testing. It provides a foundational understanding of how to measure flow rates, temperature, pressure and other key parameters in fluid and thermal processes.

1. Introduction.&nbsp; 2. Basic Measurements of Pressure, Temperature, and Flow Rates.&nbsp; 3. Flow Visualization and Image Analysis.&nbsp; 4. Flow Velocity Measurements.&nbsp; 5. Optical Diagnostics for Measurements of Species Concentrations and Temperature.&nbsp; 6. Particle Sizing and Two-Phase Flow Measurements.&nbsp; 7. Gas Sampling Measurements.&nbsp; 8. Scaled Measurements: From Microscale Sensors to Atmospheric Diagnostics.&nbsp; Appendix A. Electronic Devices.&nbsp; Appendix B. Optics.&nbsp; Appendix C. Electromagnetics and Electromagnetic Radiation.&nbsp; Appendix D. Quantum Mechanics and Atomic/Molecular Structure.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Thermodynamics offers a blend of theory and practical applications for a complete understanding of thermodynamics for various engineering applications. Beginning with a basic introduction of thermodynamics, the book advances to more specialized topics like Organic Rankine cycle, gas mixtures, equilibria, and chemical reactions.

1. Matter and Measurements. 2. Energies and First Law of Thermodynamics. 3. Ideal and Perfect Gas Models. 4. Pure Substance with phase change and Real Gases. 5. First Law Analysis of Engineering Devices. 6. Second Law of Thermodynamics. 7. Entropy. 8. Applications of the Second Law of Thermodynamics. 9. Exergy. 10. Vapor Power Cycles. 11. Gas Power Cycles. 12. Refrigeration. 13. Gas-mixtures and Air-conditioning. 14. Basics of Combustion Thermodynamics. 15. Mixtures Thermodynamics-I. 16. Mixtures Thermodynamics-II. 17. Equilibria and Chemical Reactions.

Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory

This book covers the structural aspects of Heusler and half-Heusler compounds and discusses the thermoelectric properties of various families of half-Heusler compounds. Of interest to everyone working or interested in the field of thermoelectricity, especially graduate students, postdocs, and researchers.

1. Introduction&nbsp;&nbsp;2. Thermoelectric energy conversion&nbsp;&nbsp;3. Electronic transport&nbsp;&nbsp;4. Thermal transport in thermoelectric materials&nbsp;&nbsp;5. Structural aspects of Heusler and half-Heusler alloys&nbsp;&nbsp;6. Synthesis of half-Heusler compounds and Fe2Va1&nbsp;&nbsp;7. Thermoelectric half-Heusler compounds&nbsp;&nbsp;8. Thermoelectric modules based on half-Heusler compounds 9. Fe2VA1-based Heusler alloys as thermoelectrics&nbsp;&nbsp;10. Topological phenomena in Heusler and half-Heusler compounds

Vacuum Bubbling introduces the background and applications for generating bubbles under a vacuum condition. It presents the advantage of utilizing vapor bubble in deaeration applications. The book is intended for researchers and industry professionals working in power generation, plant and process engineering, and energy.

1. Introduction. 2. Solubility, Diffusion, and Evaporation. 3. Industrial Applications. 4. Concluding Remarks.