Wiley-VCH - Chemical Engineering

Process Engineering and Industrial Management

Dal Pont, J. — 30 Jan 2012 08:18:35 +0100

Modeling, Analysis and Optimization of Process and Energy Systems

Knopf, F. Carl — 30 Jan 2012 08:17:33 +0100

Energy costs impact the profitability of virtually all industrial processes. Stressing how plants use power, and how that power is actually generated, this book provides a clear and simple way to understand the energy usage in various processes, as well as methods for optimizing these processes using practical hands-on simulations and a unique approach that details solved problems utilizing actual plant data. Invaluable information offers a complete energy-saving approach essential for both the chemical and mechanical engineering curricula, as well as for practicing engineers. [488 Pages, Hardcover]

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Recognizing Catastrophic Incident Warning Signs in the Process Industries

CCPS — 25 Jan 2012 08:17:23 +0100

Providing guidance on responding to warning signs to help avoid process incidents, this book can be used by both process safety management (PSM) professionals as well as operators who are often the frontline defense against process incidents. Warning signs may consist of process deviations or upsets, instrumentation warnings or alarms, or a number of other indicators. Filled with photos and practical tips, this book will turn anyone in a process plant into a hazard lookout and will help prevent potential incidents before they turn into catastrophic events. [264 Pages, Hardcover]

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Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry

Wiley-VCH (ed.) — 12 Jan 2012 08:17:09 +0100

The complete online content of the 8th edition, accessible through a user interface that offers fast access and numerous search functionalities. The content can be installed onto a local PC or in LANs. Now fully compatible with Windows 7 software. [Digital/Multimedia]

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Geological Storage of CO2

Nordbotten, Jan Martin / Celia, Michael A. — 9 Jan 2012 08:17:38 +0100

Despite the large research effort in both public and commercial companies, no textbook has yet been written on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). This book provides an overview, examining the dominant processes as well as the mathematical and numerical methods necessary to analyze the relevant systems. It provides an introduction to single-phase and multi-phase flow in porous media, including the most common mathematical analyses, and an overview of numerical methods for the equations. A considerable part of the book discusses appropriate modeling scales, including how to formulate consistent governing equations at these scales. [256 Pages, Hardcover]

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Applied Polymer Rheology

Kontopoulou, Marianna (ed.) — 9 Jan 2012 08:17:10 +0100

Bridging the gap between theory and practice/application, the book explores state-of-the-art polymer rheology to help readers understand the relationship between molecular structure and the flow behavior of polymers. Functioning as a reference on the literature and technical approaches to polymer rheology, it places a focus on common industrially-used polymer systems. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the rheological characteristics of polymeric fluids of interest to industry so that plastics and polymer engineers, chemical engineers, materials scientists, polymer chemists, and physicists can interpret findings and plan experiments. [368 Pages, Hardcover]

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Principles of Turbomachinery

Korpela, Seppo A. — 4 Jan 2012 08:17:21 +0100

This text provides students and professionals at all levels with a highly accessible reference. The coverage allows for a smooth transition from the study of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer to the subject of turbomachinery, with chapters organized so that more difficult material is left to the later sections. Chapters relate turbomachinery to new areas such as wind power and three-dimensional effects in axial turbomachines, providing information on several types of turbomachinery rather than concentrating specifically on one type. [480 Pages, Hardcover]

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Self-Assembly and Nanotechnology Systems

Lee, Yoon S. — 29 Dec 2011 08:18:21 +0100

This book serves as a companion that expands on the author's previous book by using the concepts from that book as a foundation for an informatic approach to self-assembly, which can be directly expanded into nanoassembly and nanofabrication, providing an effective way to design/fabricate nanofabricated systems. These topics can be used to develop a variety of nanotechnology systems effectively and efficiently, which promises to pave the way to green nanotechnology with its potential for economically sound and environmentally friendly nanoscale processes. [480 Pages, Hardcover]

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Corrosion Chemistry

Cicek, Volkan / Al-Numan, Bayan — 21 Dec 2011 08:17:31 +0100

Corrosion Chemistry details the scientific background of the corrosion process and contemporary applications for dealing with corrosion for engineers and scientists, covering the most recent breakthroughs and trends. Corrosion is in essence a chemical process, and it is crucial to understand the dynamics from a chemical perspective before proceeding with analyses, designs and solutions from an engineering aspect. This book can be used both as a textbook and a reference book both by academics and engineers and scientists in the field. As a reference for the engineer in the field, it is both a refresher for the veteran on the causes of corrosion and the methods, processes, and technologies to deal with it, over a variety of industries. It is the most up-to-date, comprehensive treatment of corrosion available, covering the most cutting-edge new processes and theories. For the freshman engineer just entering the field, it is a tremendous introduction to corrosion. As a textbook, it can be used for a single semester technical elective course in undergraduate and postgraduate education for disciplines such as chemistry, chemical engineering, petroleum engineering, civil engineering, material engineering, mechanical engineering, metallurgical engineering, mining engineering, agricultural engineering, and other related technical fields. [190 Pages, Hardcover]

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Handbook of Engineering and Specialty Thermoplastics

Thomas, Sabu / P.M., Visakh (eds.) — 21 Dec 2011 08:17:24 +0100

Plastics, just like any other material, have experienced a rapid development over the last decade and it is vital to have a single source documenting all these developments. This book summarizes many of the recent technical research accomplishments in the area of engineering polymers, such as oxygen containing main chain polymers (nylons). Recent advances in the development and characterization of multi component polymer blends are discussed in detail. Scientists and engineers will benefit from this up-to-date record on the major findings and observations in the field. [316 Pages, Hardcover]

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Electrochemical Science and Technology

Oldham, Keith / Myland, Jan / Bond, Alan — 5 Dec 2011 08:18:20 +0100

The book addresses the scientific principles underlying electrochemistry. Starting with the basic concepts of electricity, the early chapters discuss the physics and chemistry of the materials from which electrochemical cells are constructed and the properties that make these materials appropriate as cell components. Much of the importance of electrochemistry lies in the conversion of electrical energy into chemical energy and vice versa; the thermodynamics of these processes is described, in the context of a wide range of applications of these interconversions. An electrode is a surface at which an ionic conductor meets an electronic conductor and the book describes a wide variety of such interfaces, including many non-traditional examples. The structure of the ionic/electronic junction is examined and the reactions that occur there are discussed from molecular, energetic and kinetic viewpoints. Polarizations are phenomena that inhibit the free passage of electricity across electrodes and much of electrochemical research is devoted to understanding these processes and to reducing (or sometimes enhancing) their effect. Electroanalytical chemistry and voltammetric methods are described, but not unduly emphasized, in this text. Where appropriate, the mathematical underpinnings of electrochemical science are described, but the more difficult aspects are presented via the web. Much tangential material is made accessible in a similar fashion, as are answers to the problems that copiously illustrate the material. [424 Pages, Hardcover]

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Electrochemical Science and Technology

Oldham, Keith / Myland, Jan / Bond, Alan — 5 Dec 2011 08:18:19 +0100

20% Chance of Rain

Jones, Richard B. — 28 Nov 2011 08:17:28 +0100

Risk applications require a robust knowledge of many attributes of this seemingly simple subject. Using examples and case studies, this book teaches the reader the fundamental and subtle aspects of risk, regardless of the specific situation. The text allows the reader to understand risk analysis while not getting too involved in mathematics. The second edition includes new examples from NASA and several other industries as well as new case studies from legal databases. The many real-life discussion topics enable the reader to understand risk and apply risk management to day-to-day issues. [360 Pages, Softcover]

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An Introduction to Petroleum Technology, Economics, and Politics

Speight, James G. — 21 Nov 2011 08:18:22 +0100

There is only one substance known to mankind that can cause wars, influence global economies, and make countries rich: petroleum. But how much does the average person, even the average engineer, know about it? This book describes the petroleum industry in easy-to-understand language for both the layperson and engineer alike. From the economics of searching for oil and gas, getting it out of the ground, into pipelines, into refineries, and, finally, into your gas tank, this book covers the petroleum industry like no other treatment before. [334 Pages, Hardcover]

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Modern Drying Technology

Tsotsas, Evangelos / Mujumdar, Arun S. (eds.) — 17 Nov 2011 08:17:03 +0100

FUNDAMENTALS OF ENERGY ANALYSIS OF DRYERS Introduction Energy in Industrial Drying Fundamentals of Dryer Energy Usage Setting Targets for Energy Reduction Classification of Energy Reduction Methods Case Study Conclusions MECHANICAL SOLID-LIQUID SEPARATION PROCESSES AND TECHNIQUES Introduction and Overview Density Separation Processes Filtration Enhancement of Separation Processes by Additional Electric or Magnetic Forces Mechanical/Thermal Hybrid Processes Important Aspects of Efficient Solid-Liquid Separation Processes Conclusions ENERGY CONSIDERATIONS IS OSMOTIC DEHYDRATION Scope Introduction Mass Transfer Kinetics Modeling of Osmotic Dehydration Osmotic Dehydration - Two Major Issues Conclusions HEAT PUMP ASSISTED DRYING TECHNOLOGY - OVERVIEW WITH FOCUS ON ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT AND PRODUCT QUALITY Introduction Heat Pump Drying System - Fundamentals Various Configurations/Layout of a HPD Heat Pumps - Diverse Options and Advances Miscellaneous Heat Pump Drying Systems Applications of Heat Pump Drying Sizing of Heat Pump Dryer Components Future Research and Development Needs in Heat Pump Drying ZEOLITES FOR REDUCING DRYING ENERGY USAGE Introduction Zeolite as an Adsorption Material Using Zeolites in Drying Systems Energy Efficiency and Heat Recovery Realization of Adsorption Dryer Systems Cases Economic Considerations Perspectives SOLAR DRYING Introduction Solar Radiation Solar Air Heaters Design and Function of Solar Dryers Solar Drying Kinetics Control Strategies for Solar Dryers Economic Feasibility of Solar Drying Conclusions and Outlook ENERGY ISSUES OF DRYING AND HEAT TREATMENT FOR SOLID WOOD AND OTHER BIOMASS SOURCES Introduction Wood and Biomass as a Source of Renewable Material and Energy Energy Consumption and Energy Savings in the Drying of Solid Wood Preconditioning of Biomass as a Source of Energy: Drying and Heat Treatment Conclusions EFFICIENT SLUDGE THERMAL PROCESSING: FROM DYING TO THERMAL VALORIZATION Introduction to the Sludge Context Sludge Drying Technologies Energy Efficiency of Sludge Drying Processes Thermal Valorization of Sewage Sludge Energy Efficiency of Thermal Valorization Routes Conclusions [XXXII, 342 Pages, Hardcover]

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Heat Transfer Applications for the Practicing Engineer

Theodore, Louis — 14 Nov 2011 08:17:21 +0100

This book serves as a training tool for individuals in industry and academia involved with heat transfer operations and provides an overview of ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) related topics as they apply to heat transfer operations for students studying for their Professional Engineering (PE) Exams. Not only does the book provide both the principles of heat transfer operations and their applications, it includes sample problems and solutions and their applications, such as heat transfer equipment design procedures. It covers specific heat transfer topics such as the class of heat exchange, the quantity or rate of heat transferred, as well as instructions as to how to carry out the basic calculations needed in this subject. [664 Pages, Hardcover]

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Principles and Case Studies of Simultaneous Design

Luyben, William L. — 11 Nov 2011 08:17:26 +0100

A comprehensive guide that provides a significant number of detailed economic design examples of typically complex industrial processes, Principles and Case Studies of Simultaneous Design presents general process design principles in a concise readable form that can be easily comprehended by students and engineers when developing effective flow sheet and control structures. The ten detailed case studies presented illustrate an in-depth and quantitative way the application of these general principles, along with detailed flow sheets and Aspen Plus files of dynamic simulations to enhance learning for learners of all levels. [344 Pages, Hardcover]

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The Weather Almanac

Horstmeyer, Steven L. — 31 Oct 2011 08:18:05 +0100

The Weather Almanac, Twelfth Edition presents climate and meteorological data including weather trends and patterns dating back 1000 years, natural disasters, and a 20-page glossary. The book features detailed maps, pictures, and tables compiling climate data from various sources, including the National Weather Service and the US Geological Survey. Separate sections, edited from official reports, cover tornadoes, hurricanes, thunderstorms, and lightening, flash floods, and winter storms, including recent disasters such as the Indian Ocean Tsunami and Hurricane Katrina. These chapters serve as a reference for severe weather and extreme conditions. [1144 Pages, Hardcover]

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Fluidverfahrenstechnik

Goedecke, Ralf (ed.) — 22 Sep 2011 08:17:20 +0200

Der Klassiker als günstige Studienausgabe für jedermann! ... kann als Wissensvermittler, Ratgeber und auch als Nachschlagewerk empfohlen werden. [XXX, 1236 Pages, Softcover]

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Predictive Control in Process Engineering

Haber, Robert / Bars, Ruth / Schmitz, Ulrich — 15 Sep 2011 08:17:04 +0200

Describing the principles and applications in a simple and lively manner, this practical book includes many examples and several industrial case studies covering a wide variety of application areas. [XXIX, 600 Pages, Hardcover]

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Introduction to Membrane Science and Technology

Strathmann, Heinrich — 8 Sep 2011 08:17:08 +0200

An impressive overview of all aspects of the topic. Together with numerous case studies, practical examples and Q&A, this advanced textbook provides an excellent and comprehensive introduction for advanced students as well as process and chemical engineers working in the industry [XX, 524 Pages, Hardcover]

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Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Composites

Grady, Brian P. — 29 Aug 2011 08:17:39 +0200

Providing a much-needed and thorough overview of polymers in the carbon nanotubes (CNTs), Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Composites provides a fundamental understanding of achievements in the field and highlights key studies that have had significant impact. The author summarizes widely scattered information (8,000 journal papers) into one accessible resource, complemented by references to key papers for readers wanting more in-depth information. The text comprehensively examines CNT-polymers from synthesis to manufacturing and applications, making this a valuable tool for polymer scientists and engineers, chemists, physicists, and materials scientists. [352 Pages, Hardcover]

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Plasmid Biopharmaceuticals

Prazeres, Duarte Miguel F. — 29 Aug 2011 08:17:11 +0200

A plasmid is a DNA molecule separate from chromosomal DNA and capable of autonomous replication. Plasmid Biopharmaceuticals helps pharmaceutical scientists and engineers understand the basic characteristics of therapeutic DNA plasmids, their potential utilization in drug development, and the issues and solutions for large-scale GMP production. Bringing together information on plasmid basics and applications, the book also addresses a range of manufacturing-related issues. It is an essential guide for academic and industrial researchers concerned with plasmid DNA manufacturing for pharmaceutical applications. [616 Pages, Hardcover]

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Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry

Wiley-VCH (ed.) — 25 Aug 2011 08:17:09 +0200

The 7th print edition of the Ullmann's Encyclopedia includes 1,050 articles in alphabetical order, on 30,000 pages, with 22,000 figures, 8,000 tables, 19,000 cross-references and 85,000 index entries, all in 40 hardbound volumes. [29456 Pages, Cloth]

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Handbook on Material and Energy Balance Calculations in Material Processing, Includes CD-ROM

Morris, Arthur E. / Geiger, Gordon H. / Fine, H. Alan — 22 Aug 2011 08:18:38 +0200

Lately, there has been a renewed push to minimize the waste of materials and energy that accompany the production and processing of various materials. This third edition of this reference emphasizes the fundamental principles of the conservation of mass and energy, and their consequences as they relate to materials and energy. New to this edition are numerous worked examples, illustrating conventional and novel problem-solving techniques in applications such as semiconductor processing, environmental engineering, the production and processing of advanced and exotic materials for aerospace, electronic, and structural applications. [640 Pages, Hardcover]

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Porous Media Transport Phenomena

Civan, Faruk — 22 Aug 2011 08:17:42 +0200

The book that makes transport in porous media accessible to students and researchers alike Porous Media Transport Phenomena covers the general theories behind flow and transport in porous media--a solid permeated by a network of pores filled with fluid--which encompasses rocks, biological tissues, ceramics, and much more. Designed for use in graduate courses in various disciplines involving fluids in porous materials, and as a reference for practitioners in the field, the text includes exercises and practical applications while avoiding the complex math found in other books, allowing the reader to focus on the central elements of the topic. Covering general porous media applications, including the effects of temperature and particle migration, and placing an emphasis on energy resource development, the book provides an overview of mass, momentum, and energy conservation equations, and their applications in engineered and natural porous media for general applications. Offering a multidisciplinary approach to transport in porous media, material is presented in a uniform format with consistent SI units. An indispensable resource on an extremely wide and varied topic drawn from numerous engineering fields, Porous Media Transport Phenomena includes a solutions manual for all exercises found in the book, additional questions for study purposes, and PowerPoint slides that follow the order of the text. [488 Pages, Hardcover]

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Biomechatronic Design in Biotechnology

Mandenius, Carl-Fredrik / Björkman, Mats — 15 Aug 2011 08:17:26 +0200

Bio-mechatronics integrates mechanical parts with a human being. Illustrating how the general engineering design science theory can be applied when designing a technical system where biological species or components are integrated, Mechatronic Design for Biotechnology provides the fundamentals, theory, and applications of bio-mechatronic design principles. This cutting-edge book present professionals in the industrial biotech sector with a unifying approach to the many fields of engineering sciences and biotechnology used in the product development of protein purification systems, artificial human organs, and stem-cell technology. [304 Pages, Hardcover]

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Risk and Safety Analysis of Nuclear Systems

Lee, John C. / McCormick, Norman J. — 27 Jul 2011 08:17:34 +0200

After a multi-decade hiatus, it appears that nuclear power again may become a viable option for new electrical generation facilities in the United States. Due to regulations, every utility that operates a nuclear power plant will require risk and reliability assessment. This book provides an introduction to risk assessment and an overview of nuclear power plant safety analysis, augmented by real-world examples drawn from design and operating experience. Including 60 solved examples and over 100 exercises, it is intended for students and engineers invested in the nuclear industry. [504 Pages, Hardcover]

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Fischer-Tropsch Refining

de Klerk, Arno — 21 Jul 2011 08:17:11 +0200

The first handbook and reference to systematically cover the topic deals extensively with aspects of engineering, chemistry and catalysts. Adopting a fundamental approach, it uses numerous examples to illustrate the possibilities and limitations of FT syncrude. [XXII, 620 Pages, Hardcover]

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Modern Drying Technology

Tsotsas, Evangelos / Mujumdar, Arun S. (eds.) — 21 Jul 2011 08:17:04 +0200

Quality changes in food materials as influenced by drying processes Impact of drying on the mechanical properties and cracks formation in rice Physical quality factors during freeze drying and powder vacuum contact drying of pharmaceuticals In-line product quality control of pharmaceuticals in freeze drying processes Understanding and preventing structural changes during drying of gels Structure, shape and quality of spray dried particles Particle formulation in spray fluidized beds [XXXVI, 394 Pages, Hardcover]

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Hybrid Nanomaterials

Chauhan, B. P. S. — 13 Jul 2011 08:17:16 +0200

Hybrid nanomaterials are unique conjugates of organic/inorganic structures. Nanohybrids and Their Applications presents the basic principles underlying the synthesis and fabrication of nanohybrids, their benefits, self-assembly and fabrication, and applications. This book discusses the most recent developments pertaining to the synthesis, characterizations, and applications of hybrid nanomaterials in a format that various disciplines can understand and use. Written by experts in this field, the text provides a fundamental insight into tricks, tools, and challenges associated with these technique or technology for engineers and scientists. [352 Pages, Hardcover]

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Concise Encyclopedia of System Safety

Ericson, Clifton A. — 11 Jul 2011 08:17:34 +0200

Many system safety standards inadequately define safety terms and sometimes define them incorrectly. System Safety: Definition of Terms and Concepts is explicitly devoted to defining system safety terms and concepts as a convenient desk reference manual and helps the safety professional find their way through the current jungle of terms and definitions used in books, guidelines, standards and even laws. This handy sized reference provides the definition of many safety terms rather than having to search through a slew of different manuals and documents looking for the exact definition. This book also initiates an effort to adopt a single common and correct definition for all safety-related terms by providing clear and current definitions for safety-related terms. [536 Pages, Hardcover]

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Hydrodynamics of Gas-Liquid Reactors

4 Jul 2011 08:17:57 +0200

Hydrodynamics of Multiphase Reactors addresses both practical and theoretical aspects of this topic. Initial chapters discuss various different types of gas/liquid reactors from a practical viewpoint, and later chapters focus on the modelling of multiphase systems and computational methods for reactor design and problem solving. The material is written by experts in their specific fields and includes chapters on the following topics: Multiphase flow, Bubble columns, Sparged stirred vessels, Macroscale modelling, Microscale modelling, Runaway conditions, Behaviour of vessel contents, Choked flow, Measurement techniques. [344 Pages, Hardcover]

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Handbook of Engineering and Speciality Thermoplastics

Thomas, Sabu — 20 Jun 2011 08:18:29 +0200

Plastics, just like any other material, have experienced a rapid development over the last decade and it is vital to have a single source documenting all these developments. This book summarizes many of the recent technical research accomplishments in the area of engineering polymers, such as oxygen containing main chain polymers (polyether and polyesters) and emphasizes the various aspects of preparation, structure, processing, morphology, properties and applications of engineering polymers. Scientists will benefit from this up-to-date record on the major findings and observations in the field. [562 Pages, Hardcover]

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Efficient Carbon Capture for Coal Power Plants

Stolten, Detlef / Scherer, V. (eds.) — 2 Jun 2011 08:17:09 +0200

The book addresses the interdisciplinary character of power plant technology and details how CCS from coal-fired power plants aims to achieve secure, cost-effective and feasible technologies. [XX, 620 Pages, Hardcover]

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Problem Solving for Process Operators and Specialists

Bonem, J. M. — 17 May 2011 08:17:24 +0200

Problem Solving for Process Operators and Specialists provide methods to train process operators to solve challenging problems. Throughout the book, the theory behind each pragmatic calculation technique is explained in understandable terms prior to presenting the author's approach. These techniques have been developed by an author with more than 50 years of industrial experience. The book includes many sample problems and examples of real-world problem solving. Using these techniques, theoretically correct working hypotheses can be developed in an expedient fashion. [344 Pages, Hardcover]

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Pump Wisdom

Bloch, Heinz P. — 10 May 2011 08:19:28 +0200

An accessible guide to the main reasons pumps fail--and what can be done about it Workhorses in many different industries, including the oil industry, water industry, chemical industry, food industry, and pharmaceutical industry to name a few, pumps are a vital contributor to maintaining and increasing the flow of production. In fact, the pump industry itself is a multi-billion dollar global business. Taking the unique approach of addressing both pump operators and pump designers, Pump Wisdom explains the causes of failure in centrifugal pump function--whether it's pump selection, overlooked installation criteria, or the accumulation of small deviations--and maps out remedies with well defined methods that target specific issues, rather than focusing on technical generalities and theory. Clearly written and concise, Pump Wisdom relies on proven tactics for reducing pump vulnerabilities and correcting imbalances between hydraulic assembly and mechanical assembly. In addition, it supplies sound tips for detecting and rectifying risky shortcuts taken by pump designers and manufacturers. Pump Wisdom also: * Provides a concise explanation of how pumps function * Details the specifications to be considered when purchasing a pump * Provides tips on the installation of centrifugal pumps in process plants * Written in concise language that avoids excessive mathematical treatment * Explains pump hydraulics in easy to understand terms * Emphasizes the mechanical aspects of pumps with coverage on bearings, seals, impeller trimming, lubricant application, lubricant types, and more Pump Wisdom sheds light on the techniques for stabilizing pump performance and maximizing pump efficiency. Its concise format allows readers to strike directly at the heart of the problem--and helps them devise strategies to prevent costly failures before they occur. [224 Pages, Hardcover]

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Ethics in Science and Engineering

Foote, Russell — 10 May 2011 08:17:58 +0200

For engineering and scientific endeavors to progress there must be generally accepted ethical guidelines in place to which engineers and scientists must adhere. This book explores the various scientific and engineering disciplines, examining the potential for unethical behavior by professionals. Documented examples are presented to show where unethical behavior could have been halted before it became an issue. The authors also look to the future to see what is in store for professionals in the scientific and engineering disciplines and how the potential for unethical behavior can be negated. [318 Pages, Hardcover]

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Modeling and Simulation of Catalytic Reactors for Petroleum Refining

Ancheyta, J. — 10 May 2011 08:17:11 +0200

Modeling and Simulation of Catalytic Reactors for Petroleum Refining describes the main conversion processes used in the petroleum refining industry: catalytic hydrotreating, catalytic reforming, and fluid catalytic cracking. It explains and analyzes approaches for modeling of catalytic reactors for steady-state and dynamic simulations and discusses aspects such as thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, process variables, process scheme, and reactor design. It uses laboratory and commercial data to validate models developed. This is an essential reference for chemical and process engineers, computational chemists and modelers, catalysis researchers, and professionals in the petroleum industry. [528 Pages, Hardcover]

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Handbook of Engineering and Specialty Polymer

Fink, Johannes Karl — 28 Apr 2011 08:17:59 +0200

This book focuses on common types of polymers belonging to the class of water soluble polymers. It covers a wide range of applications: food, cosmetic, medical, lithography and ink jet printing, agricultural, wastewater cleaning, and oilfield. The text is arranged according to the chemical constitution of polymers and reviews the developments that have taken place in the last decade. Each chapter follows the same template. A brief introduction to the polymer type is given and previous monographs and reviews dealing with the topic are listed for quick reference. The text continues with monomers, polymerization, fabrication techniques, properties, application, as well safety issues. Following this, suppliers and commercial grades are presented. A review of the patent literature is an integral part of the text and this will be helpful for the engineer who is developing new products. Four indices conclude the volume. An extensive tradenames index contains information that is fairly unique; the index of chemicals will be helpful to find certain applications of a particular substance; an index of acronyms and a general index conclude this section. [452 Pages, Hardcover]

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Fine Chemicals

Pollak, Peter — 27 Apr 2011 08:18:03 +0200

This second edition of the comprehensive reference fine chemicals industry offers information on new developments in field, substantial updates on facts and figures, and includes a discussion on the offer/demand balance for fine chemicals. The book is contains three sections: The Fine Chemicals Industry: definitions, products, technologies, facilities, costs, and management aspects; The Business: the market, customers, and marketing; and Outlook: changes in the offer / demand scenario, the role of emerging companies in Asia (especially China and India), and forecast of market changes. [312 Pages, Hardcover]

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Hyperbranched Polymers

Yan, Deyue / Gao, Chao / Frey, Holger — 20 Apr 2011 08:18:40 +0200

Hyperbranched Polymers provides a comprehensive overview of the rapidly developing research in this area. Beginning with an introduction to the topic (including concepts, definitions and nomenclature, and descriptions of their structure and versatility), the book covers the synthesis of hyperbranched polymers, theoretical aspects and techniques of characterization, and information on their modification, supramolecular properties, and applications. Additionally, the book includes appendices, providing a list of known hyperbranched polymers as well as review articles published in this area. [480 Pages, Hardcover]

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Electrochemical Aspects of Ionic Liquids

Ohno, Hiroyuki — 20 Apr 2011 08:18:03 +0200

From the previous edition: ...provides an impressively readable book that...is understandable by and of value to students and scientists well outside the electrochemistry area. --CHOICE, November 2005 Revised, updated, and expanded, this second edition describes general and electrochemical properties of ionic liquids, along with a discussion of applications in biochemistry, ionic devices, functional design, and polymeric ionic liquids. The new edition provides chemists, chemical engineers, and graduate students with thoroughly updated material, including new chapters on Li ion Batteries and Actuators. [504 Pages, Hardcover]

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Membrane Process Design Using Residue Curve Maps

Peters, Mark / Glasser, David / Hildebrandt, Diane / Kauchali, Shehzaad — 20 Apr 2011 08:17:56 +0200

Design and Synthesis of Membrane Separation Processes provides a novel approach to the design and synthesis of membrane separations. Using a graphical simulation technique (a CD that allows the user to input his/her own variables) that allows the reader to design membranes, the book provides the fundamental methods for the process design and synthesis of membranes. While the membranes detailed are primarily for separating gases, the techniques described can be used for other separations such as liquid separations. An essential text for chemical and process engineers as well as chemists and physicists involved with separations and the development of membranes. [248 Pages, Hardcover]

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Process Understanding

Houson, Ian (ed.) — 14 Apr 2011 08:17:38 +0200

Discussing what process understanding means to different disciplines and sectors of chemistry throughout a product's life-cycle, this handbook and ready reference reveals the factors important to all the different sectors involved in the development and manufacture of chemicals. [XVIII, 352 Pages, Hardcover]

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Chemielogistik

Suntrop, Carsten (ed.) — 14 Apr 2011 08:17:35 +0200

Experten der Chemielogistik bieten Ideen und Ansätze zur gezielten Weiterentwicklung dieser Branche. Dieses Buch der Chemielogistik soll zum einen ein Ansatz sein, die Lücke in der Logistikliteratur zu schließen und der Chemielogistik einen entsprechenden Stellenwert zu schaffen. [XXVI, 328 Pages, Hardcover]

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Industrial Scale Natural Products Extraction

Bart, Hans-Jörg / Pilz, Stephan (eds.) — 14 Apr 2011 08:17:33 +0200

Expert account of industrial process technologies used to recover natural products from plant material, focussing on the engineering aspects of extractions, both up- and down-stream processing and featuring biotransformation, economic aspects and regulations. [XVIII, 296 Pages, Hardcover]

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Conduct of Operations and Operational Discipline

CCPS — 13 Apr 2011 08:17:36 +0200

This book details management practices which help ensure rigor in executing process safety programs in order to prevent major accidents with Conduct of Operations, also called Operational Discipline, which involves a range of management practices which help keep companies focused on executing the requirements of process safety management programs. It covers that practices that include both soft and hard management practices to encourage and hold staff accountable for all of the complex elements of process safety. [242 Pages, Hardcover]

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Guidelines for Auditing Process Safety Management Systems

CCPS — 30 Mar 2011 08:17:07 +0200

This book discusses the fundamental skills, techniques, and tools of auditing, and the characteristics of a good process safety management system. A variety of approaches are given so the reader can select the best methodology for a given audit. This book updates the original CCPS Auditing Guideline project since the implementation of OSHA PSM regulation, and is accompanied by a CD featuring checklists for both the audit program and the audit itself. This package offers a vital resource for process safety and process development personnel, as well as related professionals like insurers. [900 Pages, Hardcover]

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Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, and Mass Transfer

Raju, K. S. — 28 Mar 2011 08:17:18 +0200

This multi-disciplinary guide takes the logical step of incorporating the three core areas of chemical engineering-- fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and mass transfer--into one comprehensive volume. A much-needed counterbalance to other texts in the field this book steers its attention towards practice rather than placing emphasis purely on theoretical concepts. Rich in content, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer and Mass Transfer is wide in scope, yet structured in a way that bypasses excess details to offer solid analysis on all facets of chemical engineering. Students pursuing this field and practitioners looking to fortify their knowledge are sure to find what they are looking for in this handy, all-in-one guide. [768 Pages, Hardcover]

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