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The capacity of nanoparticles to interact with biological systems at the molecular and cellular levels has led to revolutionary advancements in medicine and the environmental sciences. This book...

These conference proceedings present 165 papers in all scientific and aerospace engineering fields, including materials and structures, aerodynamics and fluid dynamics, propulsion, aerospace systems,...

The Aerospace PhD Days are organized by the Italian Association of Aeronautics and Astronautics, AIDAA, and are open to PhD students working on Aerospace Science and Engineering topics. The 2024...

The book presents a supplement to the proceedings of the International Conference on 'Advanced Topics in Mechanics of Materials, Structures and Construction' (AToMech1-2023).Keywords: Hand Gesture...

The book presents recent advances in the synthesis of bioinspired nanomaterials and their applications in areas such as photocatalysis, electrocatalysis and photoelectrocatalysis, supercapacitors and...

Structure-directed synthesis aims at the design and preparation of novel solid-state structures; using the structure-directing capability of some molecular additive, the so-called structure-directing...

The book presents the fundamental principles, materials, and strategies involved in the design and development of catalysts for electrocatalytic hydrogen production. Keywords: Metal based Catalysts,...

This book focuses on (1) photocatalysis in environment remediation, i.e. the removal of pollution or contaminants from water, (2) electrode materials for electrocatalytic hydrogen production and...

The book presents a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the eco-friendly synthesis, characterization and potential application of various advanced nanomaterials.Keywords: Green...

The book presents recent advances in the use of hot isostatic pressing (HIP) techniques in the manufacture and processing of materials. Keywords: Turbomachinery, Heat Exchangers, Hydrogen...

The key contributions of this conference focused on "3D Printing Multifunctional Materials and Advanced Composites", "From 3D Printing to Biomedical Applications, "Ultraprecision Machining of...

The book analyses the design features of railway wheel pairs and investigates methods for increasing the durability of these wheels. Laser cladding of the surface of the wheels can successfully be...

The Mediterranean region is distinguished by an architectural heritage of great richness and diversity. This book focuses on the preservation and enhancement of this heritage. As the building and...

The book covers a great range of topics, including (1) Incremental forming and metal forming of 3D printed materials; (2) numerical modeling of processes and systems; (3) material characterization...

The book focuses on the interplay between nanoparticles and biological systems. Topics covered include the synthesis, characterization, and application of nanomaterials in tissue engineering; the...

The book covers the use of nanoparticles in therapeutics, diagnostics, and drug delivery. Topics covered include nanomaterial fabrication, surface modification and applications; toxicity of...

The book presents an overview of nonlinear effects arising in discrete lattices of metals. Topics covered include discrete breathers, quasi-breathers, soliton waves, and shock waves. Keywords:...

The book discusses the latest developments in the area of building constructions. Most of the building components such as columns, roofs and concrete blocks are available in prefabricated forms that...

Perovskite supercapacitors have a promising future in the area of energy storage; due to their superior optoelectronic characteristics, simple device construction and increased efficiency. The book...

The book reviews new research in the area of deformation mechanisms of structural steels and the possibilities to control the process of strain hardening. Topics covered include: The bainite,...

The book focuses on the production methods, properties and applications of functional and lightweight porous/cellular metallic materials. Topics covered include surface emissivity, stainless steel...

This monograph represents a tribute to the late Prof. Karl Gschneidner, well known as ?Mr. Rare Earth?, distinguished Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the Iowa State University, a...

Since 2011, the MAX phase derivatives MXenes are constantly expanding in terms of crystallographic and composition variability. Several advancements have been made in the previous few years that have...

The book covers the current status of renewable energy technology, such as solar, wind, hydro and geothermal power engineering and biomass conversion. It focusses on technical challenges and...

The book presents recent advances in the technology of installation, commissioning, maintenance, replacement, and removal of plant machinery and equipment, feedback on operation and design, and...

The strength-ductility paradox originally referred to the fact that the plasticity of titanium is improved when subjected to high-pressure torsion. This is also known as the SPD-paradox, where SPD is...

The book deals with the thermal and mechanical fracture of functionally graded materials on homogeneous substrate (FGM/H) structures. Emphasis is placed on multiple crack interactions. FGMs have a...

The book presents recent developments in the field of thermoelectric polymers and polymer composites. It focuses on the link between thermoelectric characteristics and material structure. Topics...

Third-generation solar cells (SCs) are built on inorganic nanoparticles, hybrids, or semiconducting organic macromolecules. This book focuses on dye-sensitized solar cells, polymer/organic solar...

A topological insulator is an area that has yet to be fully explored and developed. The charge-induced bandgap fluctuation in the best-known bismuth-chalcogenide-based topological insulators is...