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Mesoscopic Phenomena in Multifunctional Materials

Synthesis, Characterization, Modeling and Applications

Edited by Avadh Saxena, Antoni Planes ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
A highly coveted objective of modern materials science is to optimize multiple coupled functionalities in the same single phase material and control the cross-response via multiple external fields. One important example of such multi-functionality are multiferroic materials where two or more ferroic properties are intrinsically coupled. They include, among others, the magneto-electric and magneto ... Read more

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A highly coveted objective of modern materials science is to optimize multiple coupled functionalities in the same single phase material and control the cross-response via multiple external fields. One important example of such multi-functionality are multiferroic materials where two or more ferroic properties are intrinsically coupled. They include, among others, the magneto-electric and magneto
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Fluidization of Fine Powders

Cohesive versus Dynamical Aggregation

by José Manuel Valverde Millán ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book covers the rich phenomenology exhibited by fine powders when they are fluidized by a gas flow. Fine powder cohesiveness leads to poor flowability, clumping, difficulty in fluidizing, irregular avalanching behavior, etc. Despite all the inconveniences, fine powder processes pervade the chemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural and mining industries among others. The author in this book ... Read more

$89.09 USD

This book covers the rich phenomenology exhibited by fine powders when they are fluidized by a gas flow. Fine powder cohesiveness leads to poor flowability, clumping, difficulty in fluidizing, irregular avalanching behavior, etc. Despite all the inconveniences, fine powder processes pervade the chemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural and mining industries among others. The author in this book
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Molecular Theory of Nematic (and Other) Liquid Crystals

An Introduction

by Paul van der Schoot ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book provides a didactic derivation of the main theories of thermotropic and lyotropic liquid crystals, revealing the common molecular-theoretic framework that underpins both theories. This unified context will help young researchers in coming to grips with the basics of the simplest of liquid crystals, being uniaxial nematic liquid crystals, easing them into the intricacies of more complex ... Read more

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This book provides a didactic derivation of the main theories of thermotropic and lyotropic liquid crystals, revealing the common molecular-theoretic framework that underpins both theories. This unified context will help young researchers in coming to grips with the basics of the simplest of liquid crystals, being uniaxial nematic liquid crystals, easing them into the intricacies of more complex
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Magnetic Resonance and Its Applications

by Vladimir I. Chizhik, Yuri S. Chernyshev, Alexey V. Donets, Marina G. Shelyapina, Vyacheslav V. Frolov, Andrei V. Komolkin ...

Series series Biomedical and Life Sciences (R0)
The book is devoted to the description of the fundamentals in the area of magnetic resonance. The book covers two domains: radiospectroscopy and quantum radioelectronics. Radiospectroscopy comprises nuclear magnetic resonance , electron paramagnetic resonance, nuclear quadrupolar resonance, and some other phenomena. The radiospectroscopic methods are widely used for obtaining the information on ... Read more

$188.09 USD

The book is devoted to the description of the fundamentals in the area of magnetic resonance. The book covers two domains: radiospectroscopy and quantum radioelectronics. Radiospectroscopy comprises nuclear magnetic resonance , electron paramagnetic resonance, nuclear quadrupolar resonance, and some other phenomena. The radiospectroscopic methods are widely used for obtaining the information on
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Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Security and Protection against CBRN Threats

Edited by Plamen Petkov, Mohammed Essaid Achour, Cyril Popov ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book is based on the lectures and contributions of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on “Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Security and Protection Against CBRN Threats” held in Sozopol, Bulgaria, September 2019. It gives a broad overview on this topic as it combines articles addressing the preparation and characterization of different nanoscaled materials (metals, oxides, glasses, polymers, ... Read more

$143.09 USD

This book is based on the lectures and contributions of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on “Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Security and Protection Against CBRN Threats” held in Sozopol, Bulgaria, September 2019. It gives a broad overview on this topic as it combines articles addressing the preparation and characterization of different nanoscaled materials (metals, oxides, glasses, polymers,
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Metal Organic Framework (MOFs)

Catalytic Degradation of Pollutants

Edited by Pawan Kumar, Naresh Kumar, Deepak Kumar Aneja ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book presents the fundamental chemistry, synthesis, and classification of Metal Organic Framework (MOFs) for/in catalysis applications. As an introduction, the role of theoretical catalytic degradation studies on MOFs is also covered. The book includes all types of pollutants, i.e., pesticides, plastics, Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon compounds (PAHs), nitroaromatic compounds, and emerging ... Read more

$197.09 USD

This book presents the fundamental chemistry, synthesis, and classification of Metal Organic Framework (MOFs) for/in catalysis applications. As an introduction, the role of theoretical catalytic degradation studies on MOFs is also covered. The book includes all types of pollutants, i.e., pesticides, plastics, Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon compounds (PAHs), nitroaromatic compounds, and emerging
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Proceedings of the 28th International Cryogenic Engineering Conference and International Cryogenic Materials Conference 2022

ICEC28-ICMC 2022, Hangzhou, China

Edited by Limin Qiu, Kai Wang, Yanwei Ma ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book gathers selected papers from the 28th International Cryogenic Engineering Conference and International Cryogenic Materials Conference 2022 (ICEC28-ICMC 2022), held virtually in Hangzhou, China on 25-29 April 2022, due to COVID-19 pandemic. Highlighting the latest findings on cryogenic engineering and cryogenic materials, it covers topics including: large-scale cryogenic components, ... Read more

$215.09 USD

This book gathers selected papers from the 28th International Cryogenic Engineering Conference and International Cryogenic Materials Conference 2022 (ICEC28-ICMC 2022), held virtually in Hangzhou, China on 25-29 April 2022, due to COVID-19 pandemic. Highlighting the latest findings on cryogenic engineering and cryogenic materials, it covers topics including: large-scale cryogenic components,
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Proceedings of the 3rd Malaysian International Tribology Conference

Edited by Syahrullail Samion, Mimi Azlina Abu Bakar, Shahira Liza Kamis, Mohd Hafis Sulaiman, Nurin Wahidah Mohd Zulkifli ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book is a compilation of selected papers presented at the 3rd Malaysian International Tribology Conference (MITC 2020) held in Langkawi, Malaysia, September 28–30, 2020. The book presents the advancement in the field of tribology and is divided into main topics such as bearing design, biotribology, dry friction and wear, green tribology, green lubricant, lubricant and fuel, surface ... Read more

$152.09 USD

This book is a compilation of selected papers presented at the 3rd Malaysian International Tribology Conference (MITC 2020) held in Langkawi, Malaysia, September 28–30, 2020. The book presents the advancement in the field of tribology and is divided into main topics such as bearing design, biotribology, dry friction and wear, green tribology, green lubricant, lubricant and fuel, surface
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Herbert Fröhlich

A Physicist Ahead of His Time

by G. J. Hyland ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This biography provides a stimulating and coherent blend of scientific and personal narratives describing the many achievements of the theoretical physicist Herbert Fröhlich. For more than half a century, Fröhlich was an internationally renowned and much respected figure who exerted a decisive influence, often as a ‘man ahead of his time’, in fields as diverse as meson theory and biology. Although ... Read more

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This biography provides a stimulating and coherent blend of scientific and personal narratives describing the many achievements of the theoretical physicist Herbert Fröhlich. For more than half a century, Fröhlich was an internationally renowned and much respected figure who exerted a decisive influence, often as a ‘man ahead of his time’, in fields as diverse as meson theory and biology. Although
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Transport Phenomena in Multiphase Systems

by Hamid Arastoopour, Dimitri Gidaspow, Robert W. Lyczkowski ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This volume fills the need for a textbook presenting basic governing and constitutive equations, followed by several engineering problems on multiphase flow and transport that are not provided in current advanced texts, monographs, or handbooks. The unique emphasis of this book is on the sound formulation of the basic equations describing multiphase transport and how they can be used to design ... Read more

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This volume fills the need for a textbook presenting basic governing and constitutive equations, followed by several engineering problems on multiphase flow and transport that are not provided in current advanced texts, monographs, or handbooks. The unique emphasis of this book is on the sound formulation of the basic equations describing multiphase transport and how they can be used to design
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Nanomaterials for Healthcare, Energy and Environment

Edited by Aamir Hussain Bhat, Imran Khan, Mohammad Jawaid, Fakhreldin O. Suliman, Haider Al-Lawati, Salma Muhamed Al-Kindy ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book highlights the various types of nanomaterials currently available and their applications in three major sectors: energy, health, and the environment. It addresses a range of aspects based on the fact that these materials’ structure can be tailored at extremely small scales to achieve specific properties, thus greatly expanding the materials science toolkit.Further, the book pursues a ... Read more

$98.09 USD

This book highlights the various types of nanomaterials currently available and their applications in three major sectors: energy, health, and the environment. It addresses a range of aspects based on the fact that these materials’ structure can be tailored at extremely small scales to achieve specific properties, thus greatly expanding the materials science toolkit.Further, the book pursues a
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Computational Design of Battery Materials

Edited by Dorian A. H. Hanaor ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents an essential survey of the state of the art in the application of diverse computational methods to the interpretation, prediction, and design of high-performance battery materials. Rechargeable batteries have become one of the most important technologies supporting the global transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. Aided by the growth of high-performance ... Read more

$224.09 USD

This book presents an essential survey of the state of the art in the application of diverse computational methods to the interpretation, prediction, and design of high-performance battery materials. Rechargeable batteries have become one of the most important technologies supporting the global transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. Aided by the growth of high-performance
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On-Surface Synthesis

Proceedings of the International Workshop On-Surface Synthesis, École des Houches, Les Houches 25-30 May 2014

Edited by André Gourdon ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
With contributions by leading international experts, this book presents a detailed compilation of a new and very active field. It is the first book devoted to the covalent coupling of molecular precursors on surfaces that allows the preparation of 0D, 1D and 2D molecules that cannot be synthesized in solution. This book is aimed at students and researchers interested in nanochemistry and molecular ... Read more

$188.09 USD

With contributions by leading international experts, this book presents a detailed compilation of a new and very active field. It is the first book devoted to the covalent coupling of molecular precursors on surfaces that allows the preparation of 0D, 1D and 2D molecules that cannot be synthesized in solution. This book is aimed at students and researchers interested in nanochemistry and molecular
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Nonlinear and Nonequilibrium Dynamics of Quantum-Dot Optoelectronic Devices

by Benjamin Lingnau ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis sheds light on the unique dynamics of optoelectronic devices based on semiconductor quantum-dots. The complex scattering processes involved in filling the optically active quantum-dot states and the presence of charge-carrier nonequilibrium conditions are identified as sources for the distinct dynamical behavior of quantum-dot based devices. Comprehensive theoretical models, which ... Read more

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This thesis sheds light on the unique dynamics of optoelectronic devices based on semiconductor quantum-dots. The complex scattering processes involved in filling the optically active quantum-dot states and the presence of charge-carrier nonequilibrium conditions are identified as sources for the distinct dynamical behavior of quantum-dot based devices. Comprehensive theoretical models, which
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Synthesis and Optimization of Chalcogenides Quantum Dots Thermoelectric Materials

by Chong Xiao ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This thesis focuses on chalcogenide compound quantum dots with special crystal structures and behaviors in an effort to achieve the synergistic optimization of electrical and thermal transport for high-efficiency thermoelectric materials. The controllability and large-scale synthesis of chalcogenide quantum dots are realized through simple colloid synthesis, and the synergistic optimization of the ... Read more

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This thesis focuses on chalcogenide compound quantum dots with special crystal structures and behaviors in an effort to achieve the synergistic optimization of electrical and thermal transport for high-efficiency thermoelectric materials. The controllability and large-scale synthesis of chalcogenide quantum dots are realized through simple colloid synthesis, and the synergistic optimization of the
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Nanomaterials for Advanced Biological Applications

Edited by Moones Rahmandoust, Majid R. Ayatollahi ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book presents an overview of the ways in which the latest experimental and theoretical nanotechnologies are serving the fields of biotechnology, medicine, and biomaterials. They not only enhance the efficiency of common therapeutics and lower their risks, but thanks to their specific properties, they also provide new capabilities. Nano-scale measurement techniques, such as nano-indentation ... Read more

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This book presents an overview of the ways in which the latest experimental and theoretical nanotechnologies are serving the fields of biotechnology, medicine, and biomaterials. They not only enhance the efficiency of common therapeutics and lower their risks, but thanks to their specific properties, they also provide new capabilities. Nano-scale measurement techniques, such as nano-indentation
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Nonlinear Analysis of Gas-Water/Oil-Water Two-Phase Flow in Complex Networks

by Zhong-Ke Gao, Ning-De Jin, Wen-Xu Wang ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Understanding the dynamics of multi-phase flows has been a challenge in the fields of nonlinear dynamics and fluid mechanics. This chapter reviews our work on two-phase flow dynamics in combination with complex network theory. We systematically carried out gas-water/oil-water two-phase flow experiments for measuring the time series of flow signals which is studied in terms of the mapping from time ... Read more

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Understanding the dynamics of multi-phase flows has been a challenge in the fields of nonlinear dynamics and fluid mechanics. This chapter reviews our work on two-phase flow dynamics in combination with complex network theory. We systematically carried out gas-water/oil-water two-phase flow experiments for measuring the time series of flow signals which is studied in terms of the mapping from time
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Nanodust in the Solar System: Discoveries and Interpretations

Edited by Ingrid Mann, Nicole Meyer-Vernet, Andrzej Czechowski ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Nanodust and nanometer-sized structures are important components of many objects in space. Nanodust is observed in evolved stars, young stellar objects, protoplanetary disks, and dust debris disks. Within the solar system, nanodust is observed with in-situ experiments from spacecraft. Nanometer-sized substructures are found in the collected cometary and interplanetary dust particles and in ... Read more

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Nanodust and nanometer-sized structures are important components of many objects in space. Nanodust is observed in evolved stars, young stellar objects, protoplanetary disks, and dust debris disks. Within the solar system, nanodust is observed with in-situ experiments from spacecraft. Nanometer-sized substructures are found in the collected cometary and interplanetary dust particles and in
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Electronic States of Narrow-Gap Semiconductors Under Multi-Extreme Conditions

by Kazuto Akiba ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book discusses the latest investigations into the electronic structure of narrow-gap semiconductors in extreme conditions, and describes in detail magnetic field and pressure measurements using two high-quality single crystals: black phosphorus (BP) and lead telluride (PbTe).The book presents two significant findings for BP and PbTe. The first is the successful demonstration of the pressure ... Read more

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This book discusses the latest investigations into the electronic structure of narrow-gap semiconductors in extreme conditions, and describes in detail magnetic field and pressure measurements using two high-quality single crystals: black phosphorus (BP) and lead telluride (PbTe).The book presents two significant findings for BP and PbTe. The first is the successful demonstration of the pressure
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Harvesting Solar Energy

Efficient Methods and Materials Using Cascaded Solar Cells

by Samson Mil'shtein, Dhawal Asthana ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book deals with existing technologies of solar energy conversion as well as novel methods under consideration in academic and commercial R&D sites. The experimental results presented in the work are well crafted by both analytical and first-principle numerical simulations. The book highlights the real potential for economically justified use of solar energy at every household and/or ... Read more

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This book deals with existing technologies of solar energy conversion as well as novel methods under consideration in academic and commercial R&D sites. The experimental results presented in the work are well crafted by both analytical and first-principle numerical simulations. The book highlights the real potential for economically justified use of solar energy at every household and/or
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Pair-Correlation Effects in Many-Body Systems

Towards a Complete Theoretical Description of Pair-Correlations in the Static and Kinetic Description of Many-Body Systems

by Kristian Blom ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
The laws of nature encompass the small, the large, the few, and the many. In this book, we are concerned with classical (i.e., not quantum) many-body systems, which refers to any microscopic or macroscopic system that contains a large number of interacting entities. The nearest-neighbor Ising model, originally developed in 1920 by Wilhelm Lenz, forms a cornerstone in our theoretical understanding ... Read more

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The laws of nature encompass the small, the large, the few, and the many. In this book, we are concerned with classical (i.e., not quantum) many-body systems, which refers to any microscopic or macroscopic system that contains a large number of interacting entities. The nearest-neighbor Ising model, originally developed in 1920 by Wilhelm Lenz, forms a cornerstone in our theoretical understanding
... Read more
Metal Impurities in Silicon- and Germanium-Based Technologies

Origin, Characterization, Control, and Device Impact

by Cor Claeys, Eddy Simoen ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book provides a unique review of various aspects of metallic contamination in Si and Ge-based semiconductors. It discusses all of the important metals including their origin during crystal and/or device manufacturing, their fundamental properties, their characterization techniques and their impact on electrical devices’ performance. Several control and possible gettering approaches are ... Read more

$170.09 USD

This book provides a unique review of various aspects of metallic contamination in Si and Ge-based semiconductors. It discusses all of the important metals including their origin during crystal and/or device manufacturing, their fundamental properties, their characterization techniques and their impact on electrical devices’ performance. Several control and possible gettering approaches are
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Fabrication and Physical Properties of Novel Two-dimensional Crystal Materials Beyond Graphene: Germanene, Hafnene and PtSe2

by Linfei Li ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis reports on essential experimental work in the field of novel two-dimensional (2D) atomic crystals beyond graphene. It especially describes three new 2D crystal materials, namely germanene, hafnene, and monolayer PtSe2 fabricated experimentally for the first time, using an ultra-high vacuum molecular beam epitaxy (UHV-MBE) system.Multiple characterization techniques, including scanning ... Read more

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This thesis reports on essential experimental work in the field of novel two-dimensional (2D) atomic crystals beyond graphene. It especially describes three new 2D crystal materials, namely germanene, hafnene, and monolayer PtSe2 fabricated experimentally for the first time, using an ultra-high vacuum molecular beam epitaxy (UHV-MBE) system.Multiple characterization techniques, including scanning
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Non-Bloch Band Theory of Non-Hermitian Systems

by Kazuki Yokomizo ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book constructs a non-Bloch band theory and studies physics described by non-Hermitian Hamiltonian in terms of the theory proposed here.In non-Hermitian crystals, the author introduces the non-Bloch band theory which produces an energy spectrum in the limit of a large system size. The energy spectrum is then calculated from a generalized Brillouin zone for a complex Bloch wave number. While a ... Read more

$152.09 USD

This book constructs a non-Bloch band theory and studies physics described by non-Hermitian Hamiltonian in terms of the theory proposed here.In non-Hermitian crystals, the author introduces the non-Bloch band theory which produces an energy spectrum in the limit of a large system size. The energy spectrum is then calculated from a generalized Brillouin zone for a complex Bloch wave number. While a
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