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Engineering Practice with Oilfield and Drilling Applications (Wiley-ASME Press Series)
By Donald W. Dareing. 2022
Explains how to apply time-tested engineering design methods when developing equipment and systems for oil industry and drilling applications Although…
specific requirements and considerations must be incorporated into an engineering design for petroleum drilling and production, the approach for developing a successful solution is the same across many engineering disciplines. Engineering Practice with Oilfield and Drilling Applications helps readers understand the engineering design process while demonstrating how basic engineering tools can be applied to meet the needs of the oil and petroleum industry. Divided into three parts, the book opens with an overview of best practices for engineering design and problem solving, followed by a summary of specific mechanical design requirements for different modes of power generation, transmission, and consumption. The book concludes with explanations of various analytical tools of design and their application in vibration analysis, fluid mechanics, and drilling systems. Throughout the book, clearly written chapters present traditional tools of engineering mechanics, various mathematical models and methods of solution, key references and background information, and more. Featuring hundreds of figures and a wealth of real-word examples from the petroleum industry, this practical reference: Presents a systematic process for developing an engineering design Illustrates the application of engineering tools during all stages of design Discusses key specifications and considerations for pressure vessels and drilling rigs Explains concept evaluation, visualization of a system and its subsystems, implementing feedback from test results, finalizing a design, and presenting manufacturing drawings Drawn from the author's decades of academic and industrial experience, Engineering Practice with Oilfield and Drilling Applications is the perfect textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in Engineering programs, as well as a highly useful reference for mechanical engineers new to the petroleum industry.Design, Modeling and Reliability in Rotating Machinery
By Robert X. Perez. 2022
Rotating machinery represents a broad category of equipment, which includes pumps, compressors, fans, gas turbines, electric motors, internal combustion engines,…
and other equipment, that are critical to the efficient operation of process facilities around the world. These machines must be designed to move gases and liquids safely, reliably, and in an environmentally friendly manner. To fully understand rotating machinery, owners must be familiar with their associated technologies, such as machine design, lubrication, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, rotordynamics, vibration analysis, condition monitoring, maintenance practices, reliability theory, and other topics. The goal of the "Advances in Rotating Machinery" book series is to provide industry practitioners a time-savings means of learning about the most up-to-date rotating machinery ideas and best practices. This three-book series will cover industry-relevant topics, such as design assessments, modeling, reliability improvements, maintenance methods and best practices, reliability audits, data collection, data analysis, condition monitoring, and more. This first volume begins the series by focusing on rotating machinery design assessments, modeling and analysis, and reliability improvement ideas. This broad collection of current rotating machinery topics, written by industry experts, is a must-have for rotating equipment engineers, maintenance personnel, students, and anyone else wanting to stay abreast with current rotating machinery concepts and technology.This book presents a complete in-depth analysis for on the impact of liquid sulfur dioxide and liquid sulfur trioxide…
to carry out complex and difficult sulfonations as well as manufacture of sulfuric acid with a CAPEX requirement of less than half an area requirement less than one-third and no emission of sulfur dioxide The processes described in this volume represents an innovative approach relevant to the current manufacturing processes of sulfuric acid sulfamic acid para toluene sulfonic acid and other sulfonated productA Rapid Introduction to Adaptive Filtering (SpringerBriefs in Electrical and Computer Engineering)
By Hernan Rey, Leonardo Vega. 2012
In this book the authors provide insights into the basics of adaptive filtering which are particularly useful for…
students taking their first steps into this field They start by studying the problem of minimum mean-square-error filtering i e Wiener filtering Then they analyze iterative methods for solving the optimization problem e g the Method of Steepest Descent By proposing stochastic approximations several basic adaptive algorithms are derived including Least Mean Squares LMS Normalized Least Mean Squares NLMS and Sign-error algorithms The authors provide a general framework to study the stability and steady-state performance of these algorithms The affine Projection Algorithm APA which provides faster convergence at the expense of computational complexity although fast implementations can be used is also presented In addition the Least Squares LS method and its recursive version RLS including fast implementations are discussed The book closes with the discussion of several topics of interest in the adaptive filtering fieldApplications of Density Functional Theory to Biological and Bioinorganic Chemistry (Structure and Bonding #150)
By Mihai Putz, D Mingos. 2012
The series Structure and Bonding publishes critical reviews on topics of research concerned with chemical structure and bonding The…
scope of the series spans the entire Periodic Table and addresses structure and bonding issues associated with all of the elements It also focuses attention on new and developing areas of modern structural and theoretical chemistry such as nanostructures molecular electronics designed molecular solids surfaces metal clusters and supramolecular structures Physical and spectroscopic techniques used to determine examine and model structures fall within the purview of Structure and Bonding to the extent that the focus is on the scientific results obtained and not on specialist information concerning the techniques themselves Issues associated with the development of bonding models and generalizations that illuminate the reactivity pathways and rates of chemical processes are also relevant The individual volumes in the series are thematic The goal of each volume is to give the reader whether at a university or in industry a comprehensive overview of an area where new insights are emerging that are of interest to a larger scientific audience Thus each review within the volume critically surveys one aspect of that topic and places it within the context of the volume as a whole The most significant developments of the last 5 to 10 years should be presented using selected examples to illustrate the principles discussed A description of the physical basis of the experimental techniques that have been used to provide the primary data may also be appropriate if it has not been covered in detail elsewhere The coverage need not be exhaustive in data but should rather be conceptual concentrating on the new principles being developed that will allow the reader who is not a specialist in the area covered to understand the data presented Discussion of possible future research directions in the area is welcomed Review articles for the individual volumes are invited by the volume editors Readership research scientists at universities or in industry graduate students Special offer For all customers who have a standing order to the print version of Structure and Bonding we offer free access to the electronic volumes of the Series published in the current year via SpringerLinkAccelerated Plant Breeding, Volume 4: Oil Crops
By Shabir Hussain Wani, Satbir Singh Gosal. 2022
Plant improvement has shifted its focus from yield, quality and disease resistance to factors that will enhance commercial export, such…
as early maturity, shelf life and better processing quality. Conventional plant breeding methods aiming at the improvement of a self-pollinating crop usually take 10-12 years to develop and release of the new variety. During the past 10 years, significant advances have been made and accelerated methods have been developed for precision breeding and early release of crop varieties. This book focuses on the accelerated breeding technologies that have been adopted for major oil crops. It summarizes concepts dealing with germplasm enhancement and development of improved varieties based on innovative methodologies that include doubled haploidy, marker assisted selection, marker assisted background selection, genetic mapping, genomic selection, high-throughput genotyping, high-throughput phenotyping, mutation breeding, reverse breeding, transgenic breeding, shuttle breeding, speed breeding, low cost high-throughput field phenotyping, etc. This edited volume is therefore an excellent reference on accelerated development of improved crop varieties.Bioökonomie: Impulse für ein zirkuläres Wirtschaften (FOM-Edition)
By Thomas Heupel, Barnim G. Jeschke. 2022
In der Definition der Bundesregierung umfasst die Bioökonomie die „Erzeugung, Erschließung und Nutzung biologischer Ressourcen, Prozesse und Systeme, um Produkte,…
Verfahren und Dienstleistungen in allen wirtschaftlichen Sektoren im Rahmen eines zukunftsfähigen Wirtschaftssystems bereitzustellen“. Viele Publikationen adressieren stark die technologischen Facetten der Bioökonomie. In dem vorliegenden Sammelband werden hingegen Anwendungsaspekte, Potenziale und Hemmnisse aus wissenschaftlicher – aber eben auch aus betrieblicher – Sicht reflektiert, um konkrete Erkenntnisse für Geschäftsmodelle abzuleiten, die regenerative Rohstoffe in ihre Wertschöpfung einbeziehen. Die branchenbezogenen Erkenntnisse münden in einen Leitfaden, der Aufschluss über den bioökonomischen Reifegrad des jeweiligen Unternehmens gibt.Potential and Challenges of Low Carbon Fuels for Sustainable Transport (Energy, Environment, and Sustainability)
By Avinash Kumar Agarwal, Hardikk Valera. 2022
This book focuses on low carbon fuels a preferable class of fuels for Internal Combustion Engines (ICEs) highlighting the effect…
of low carbon fuels on tailpipe emissions. This book aims to strengthen the knowledge base dealing with low carbon fuels as a sustainable transport fuel. The volume includes recent results and are focused on current trends of automotive sector. This book will be of interest to those in academia and industry involved in fuels, IC engines, engine instrumentation, and environmental research.Applying Predictive Analytics: Finding Value in Data
By Richard V. McCarthy, Mary M. McCarthy, Wendy Ceccucci. 2022
The new edition of this textbook presents a practical, updated approach to predictive analytics for classroom learning. The authors focus…
on using analytics to solve business problems and compares several different modeling techniques, all explained from examples using the SAS Enterprise Miner software. The authors demystify complex algorithms to show how they can be utilized and explained within the context of enhancing business opportunities. Each chapter includes an opening vignette that provides real-life examples of how business analytics have been used in various aspects of organizations to solve issues or improve their results. A running case provides an example of a how to build and analyze a complex analytics model and utilize it to predict future outcomes. The new edition includes chapters on clusters and associations and text mining to support predictive models. An additional case is also included that can be used with each chapter or as a semester project.This volume synthesizes and analyzes thirty years of hydrological research in the Danum Valley Conservation Area, a lowland dipterocarp rainforest in Sabah,…
Malaysia. Ian Douglas explores the role of water in the rainforest ecosystem, setting out the ecological, climatological and geological context of present-day hydrological processes, soil erosion and stream sedimentation. He emphasizes the role of extreme events and natural disturbances in sediment supplies and the evolution of drainage pathways and explains the pathways of rainfall and stream sediment. Douglas then explores the impacts caused by logging, the extreme pulses of sedimentation and the effects of log removal and logging road construction, examining the effects of major storms in the 20 years after tree harvesting. Methods of minimizing logging damage to soils and streams are discussed and the effects on flora and fauns are considered.Probiotic Research in Therapeutics: Volume 4: Probiotics in Neurodegenerative Disorders
By Indu Pal Kaur. 2022
Humans have numerous microorganisms residing in the body, especially in the gut, far exceeding the human body's normal mammalian cells.…
Recent research links the gut microbiome, the population of microorganisms living in the gastrointestinal tract, with brain diseases. This volume explores the concept and possibility of its extension to manage a galaxy of CNS diseases, including Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Autism spectrum disorders, depression, insomnia, and chronic fatigue syndrome. This volume elaborates about communication channels between gut and brain via the vagus nerve, short-chain fatty acids including omega acids, and other inflammasomes.In contrast to the available books on the topic, this title is more versatile and endeavors to bring together scientific pre-clinical, and clinical claims on the probable psychobiotic implication of probiotic therapy. The book will appeal similar to the general public, students, experienced researchers, and academicians. It is endeavored to address an aspect of probiotic usage beyond gut disorders. We hope that it would be helpful to people studying the human nervous system and related conditions with their treatments.Aero and Vibroacoustics of Automotive Turbochargers
By Hung Nguyen. 2012
Aero and Vibroacoustics of Automotive Turbochargers is a topic involving aspects from the working fields of thermodynamics of turbomachinery …
aerodynamics rotordynamics and noise propagation computation In this broadly interdisciplinary subject thermodynamics of turbomachinery is used to design the turbocharger and to determine its operating conditions Aerodynamics is needed to study the compressor flow dynamics and flow instabilities of rotating stall and surge which can produce growling and whining-type noises Rotordynamics is necessary to study rotor unbalance and self-excited oil-whirl instabilities which lead to whistling and constant tone-type noises in rotating floating oil-film type bearings For the special case of turbochargers using ball bearings some high-order harmonic and wear noises also manifest in the rotor operating range Lastly noise propagation computation based on Lighthill s analogy is required to investigate airborne noises produced by turbochargers in passenger vehicles The content of this book is intended for advanced undergraduates graduates in mechanical engineering research scientists and practicing engineers who want to better understand the interactions between these working fields and the resulting impact on the interesting topic of Aero and Vibroacoustics of Automotive TurbochargersMolecular Mechanism of Crucifer’s Host-Resistance
By Govind Singh Saharan, Prabhu Dayal Meena, Naresh K. Mehta. 2021
The book is a comprehensive compilation of applied knowledge for developing resistant varieties to all the major biotrophs, hemibiotrophs and…
necrotrophs pathogens of crucifers through the use of latest biotechnological approaches. The book includes, multi-component resistance, incorporation of non-host resistance gene, function of particular gene in resistance, expression of age related resistance, enhanced gene resistance, sources of alternative gene which enhance disease resistance, through the use of latest biotechnical approaches like proteomics, omics, transcriptomics and metabolomics. The book also explores the molecular basis of disease resistance, its biometabolomics activities in response to infection and interaction by the various biotrophs, hemibiotrophs and necrotrophs pathogens. The identification of R genes and its incorporation into agronomically superior varieties through use of molecular mechanisms is also explained. This compilation is immensely useful to the researchers especially Brassica breeders, teachers, extension specialists, students, industrialists, farmers, and all others who are interested to grow healthy, and profitable cruciferous crops all over the world.Simulation and Gaming for Social Design (Translational Systems Sciences #25)
By Toshiyuki Kaneda, Ryoju Hamada, Terukazu Kumazawa. 2021
This book is a collection of research articles that deal with three aspects of simulation and gaming for social design:…
(1) Theory and methodology, including game system theory and agent-based modeling; (2) Sustainability, including global warming and the energy–food nexus);; and (3) Social entrepreneurship, including business, ethnic, and ethical understanding. The latter two especially form two major areas of clinical knowledge in contemporary life. Simulation and gaming, with its participatory approach, provides participants with a seamless integration of problem solving and education. It has been known as a tool for interdisciplinary communication since the 1960s, and now it is being developed to contribute to global society in the twenty-first century. This is the first book on simulation and gaming for social design that covers all aspects from the methodological foundations to practical examples in the fields of sustainability and social entrepreneurship. Regardless of the size of the problematics, societal system design involves (1) The visioning and conception aspects due to the long-term, overall nature of the goal; (2) Interdisciplinary thinking and communication for the exploration of new states of accommodation with technological systems; and (3) The “human dimension” aspect including education that must be dealt with, thus academic developments of simulation and gaming for social design as system thinking and practice methodologies are anticipated. Simulation and gaming has great potential for development as a tool to facilitate the transfer between theoretical and clinical knowledge.An Introduction to System Modeling and Control
By John Chiasson. 2022
A practical and straightforward exploration of the basic tools for the modeling, analysis, and design of control systems In An…
Introduction to System Modeling and Control, Dr. Chiasson delivers an accessible and intuitive guide to understanding modeling and control for students in electrical, mechanical, and aerospace/aeronautical engineering. The book begins with an introduction to the need for control by describing how an aircraft flies complete with figures illustrating roll, pitch, and yaw control using its ailerons, elevators, and rudder, respectively. The book moves on to rigid body dynamics about a single axis (gears, cart rolling down an incline) and then to modeling DC motors, DC tachometers, and optical encoders. Using the transfer function representation of these dynamic models, PID controllers are introduced as an effective way to track step inputs and reject constant disturbances. It is further shown how any transfer function model can be stabilized using output pole placement and on how two-degree of freedom controllers can be used to eliminate overshoot in step responses. Bode and Nyquist theory are then presented with an emphasis on how they give a quantitative insight into a control system's robustness and sensitivity. An Introduction to System Modeling and Control closes with chapters on modeling an inverted pendulum and a magnetic levitation system, trajectory tracking control using state feedback, and state estimation. In addition the book offers: A complete set of MATLAB/SIMULINK files for examples and problems included in the book. A set of lecture slides for each chapter. A solutions manual with recommended problems to assign. An analysis of the robustness and sensitivity of four different controller designs for an inverted pendulum (cart-pole). Perfect for electrical, mechanical, and aerospace/aeronautical engineering students, An Introduction to System Modeling and Control will also be an invaluable addition to the libraries of practicing engineers.The Goldilocks Enigma: Why Is the Universe Just Right for Life?
By Paul Davies. 2006
People have long gazed in wonder at the universe and asked, Why are we here? Until recently, the answer has…
been the province of priests and philosophers, but now scientists are starting to weigh in with ideas that are both surprising and deeply controversial. In his new book, physicist Paul Davies shows how recent scientific discoveries point to a perplexing fact: many basic features of the physical universe-- from the speed of light to the most humble carbon atom-- seem tailor-made to produce life. A radical new theory says it's because our universe is just one of an infinite number of universes, each one slightly different. Our universe is bio-friendly by accident; we just happened to win the cosmic jackpot. While this multiverse theory is compelling, it has bizarre implications, from infinite copies of each of us to Matrix-like simulated universes. Davies believes there's a more satisfying solution to the question of existence: the observations we make today could help shape the nature of reality in the remote past. If this is true, then life and, ultimately, consciousness aren't just incidental byproducts of nature, but central players in the formation of the universe.Advances in Condition Monitoring of Machinery in Non-Stationary Operations: Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Condition Monitoring of Machinery in Non-Stationary Operations, CMMNO'2014, Lyon, France December 15-17 (Applied Condition Mo
By Fakher Chaari, Mohamed Haddar, Radoslaw Zimroz, Walter Bartelmus. 2016
The book provides readers with a snapshot of recent research and technological trends in the field of condition monitoring of…
machinery working under a broad range of operating conditions Each chapter accepted after a rigorous peer-review process reports on an original piece of work presented and discussed at the 4th International Conference on Condition Monitoring of Machinery in Non-stationary Operations CMMNO 2014 held on December 15-16 2014 in Lyon France The contributions have been grouped into three different sections according to the main subfield signal processing data mining or condition monitoring techniques they are related to The book includes both theoretical developments as well as a number of industrial case studies in different areas including but not limited to noise and vibration vibro-acoustic diagnosis signal processing techniques diagnostic data analysis instantaneous speed identification monitoring and diagnostic systems and dynamic and fault modeling This book not only provides a valuable resource for both academics and professionals in the field of condition monitoring it also aims at facilitating communication and collaboration between the two groupsChemistry, An Atom Focused Approach
By Thomas R. Gilbert, Rein V. Kirss, Natalie Foster, Geoffrey Davies. 2014
The book intends to enable the students to be able to interpret and even predict the physical and chemical properties…
of substances based on their atomic and molecular structures, and to understand how chemistry is linked to other scientific disciplines.The United Nations' Declaration on Peasants' Rights (Earthscan Food and Agriculture)
By Mariagrazia Alabrese, Margherita Brunori, Adriana Bessa, Pier Filippo Giuggioli. 2022
This is the first book to address and review the United Nations' Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other…
People Working in Rural Areas (UNDROP), which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2018. Food security and sustainable agri-food systems, responsible governance of natural resources, and human rights are among the key themes of the new millennium. The Declaration is the first internationally negotiated instrument bridging these issues, calling for a radical paradigm change in the agricultural sector while giving voice to peasants and rural workers, recognised as the drivers of more equitable and resilient food systems. The book unfolds the impact of the Declaration in the wider realm of law and policy making, especially concerning the new human rights standards related to access and control of natural resources and the governance of food systems. The chapters in the book touch on a broad array of topics, including women’s rights, the role of and impact on indigenous peoples, food sovereignty, climate change, land tenure, and agrobiodiversity. Voices from outstanding scholars and practitioners are gathered together to inform and trigger a further debate on the negotiation process, the innovative and potentially disruptive contents, the relations with other fields of law, and the practical scope of the Declaration. The volume concludes with a collection of case studies that provide concrete examples to help us understand the potential impacts of the Declaration at regional, national, and local levels. This book is the first comprehensive tool to navigate the Declaration and is designed for students, researchers, and practitioners in the fields of food and agriculture law, peasant, agrarian and rural studies, human rights and environmental law, and international development and cooperation.Creativity and Innovation: Cognitive, Social, and Computational Approaches (Understanding Complex Systems)
By Ali A. Minai, Paul B. Paulus, Simona Doboli, Jared B. Kenworthy. 2021
This book focuses on the emergence of creative ideas from cognitive and social dynamics. In particular, it presents data, models, and analytical methods…
grounded in a network dynamics approach. It has long been hypothesized that innovation arises from a recombination of older ideas and concepts, but this has been studied primarily at an abstract level. In this book, we consider the networks underlying innovation – from the brain networks supporting semantic cognition to human networks such as brainstorming groups or individuals interacting through social networks – and relate the emergence of ideas to the structure and dynamics of these networks. Methods described include experimental studies with human participants, mathematical evaluation of novelty from group brainstorming experiments, neurodynamical modeling of conceptual combination, and multi-agent modeling of collective creativity. The main distinctive features of this book are the breadth of perspectives considered, the integration of experiments with theory, and a focus on the combinatorial emergence of ideas.