Plastics may undergo an industrial treatment for many reasons including strength, chemical inertness, biodegradability, and heat resistance. Providing an overview of the various treatments utilized in the plastics industry, this title examines the numerous treatments in use as well as the differences in treatments based on the type of plastic and the type of component being treated. ...
The theory, design, construction, and operation of microbial fuel cells Microbial fuel cells (MFCs), devices in which bacteria create electrical power by oxidizing simple compounds such as glucose or complex organic matter in wastewater, represent a new and promising approach for generating power. Not only do MFCs clean wastewater, but they also convert organics in these wastewaters into usable energy. Given the world's limited supply of fossil ...
A comprehensive, practical guide to wood-plastic composites and their properties This is the first book that presents an overview of the main principles underlying the composition of wood-plastic composite (WPC) materials and their performance in the real world. Focusing on the characteristics of WPC materials rather than their manufacture, this guide bridges the gap between laboratory-based research and testing and the properties WPC materials ...
Combinatorial Materials Science describes new developments and research results in catalysts, biomaterials, and nanomaterials, together with informatics approaches to the analysis of Combinatorial Science (CombiSci) data. CombiSci has been used extensively in the pharmaceutical industry, but there is enormous potential in its application to materials design and characterization. Addressing advances and applications in both fields, Combinatorial ...
This industrially relevant resource covers all established and emerging analytical methods for the deformulation of polymeric materials, with emphasis on the non-polymeric components. Each technique is evaluated on its technical and industrial merits. Emphasis is on understanding (principles and characteristics) and industrial applicability. Extensively illustrated throughout with over 200 figures, 400 tables, and 3,000 references. ...
Die elektrische Traktion ist aus okologischer und okonomischer Sicht die gunstigste Art und im Nahverkehr und bei Hochgeschwindigkeitsbahnen die einzig mogliche Art der Energieversorgung fur Bahnen. Die Energie wird den Zugen uber Fahrleitungen zugefuhrt. Die Zuverlassigkeit des Bahnbetriebs hangt wesentlich von diesen Fahrleitungen ab, die unter allen klimatischen Bedingungen ihre Aufgabe mit hoher Verfugbarkeit mit geringem Instandhaltungsaufw ...
This book provides guidance on how to carry out the calculations required for circuit designs in compliance with the Wiring Regulations. It has been updated to take account of changes introduced by BS 7671 : 2001 and Amendment 1 to the standard which included a new table of current-carrying capacities. The book makes extensive use of worked examples with the minimum discussion of theory. Chapters cover: ? cross-sectional areas of circuit live co ...
The book shows how to design and complete a range of electrical installation projects – domestic, commercial, industrial and agricultural – in a competitive manner, while ensuring full compliance with the Wiring Regulations. Guidance is given on certification and test methods, with full attention given to electrical safety requirements. ...
Tomorrow's Professor is designed to help you prepare for, find, and succeed at academic careers in science and engineering. It looks at the full range of North American four-year academic institutions while featuring 30 vignettes and more than 50 individual stories that bring to life the principles and strategies outlined in the book. Tailored for today's graduate students, postdocs, and beginning professors, Tomorrow's Professor: Presents a no- ...
