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Michael Seidel

THERMODYNAMIK – VERSTEHEN DURCH ÜBEN

Band 2: Wärmeübertragung

f Verständliche Erklärung der Lehrstoffes anhand praxisnaher Beispiele f Kompakte Wissensvermittlung – ideal zur Prüfungsvorbereitung f Behandelt ausführlich die Schnittstellen zu anderen Fachdisziplinen f Erprobte und erfolgreiche didaktische Konzepte

Der Band Wärmeübertragung orientiert sich wie schon der erste Band Energielehre für die Festigung und Vertiefung des Wissens an der Kraft des Anwendungsbeispiels. Neben einem kompakten Überblick zu den fachlichen Zusammenhängen enthält jedes Kapitel darauf zugeschnitten vollständig durchgerechnete Lösungen für wichtige praktische Anwendungen. Die 2. Auflage erweitert die Inhalte und bietet dem Leser zusätzliche Übungen. Michael Seidel, Rheinische Fachhochschule Köln, Cologne, Germany.

FACHGEBIETE Maschinenbau fThermodynamik; Maschinenbau fFertigung; Materialien für Energie; Thermodynamik und statistische Physik ZIELGRUPPE Für Studierende des Maschinenbaus und der Verfahrenstechnik im Bachelor-Studium sowie für Energie- und Wärmetechniker.

Lehrbuch, Deutsch, April 2022

Series De Gruyter Studium

2., aktualisierte und erweiterte Auflage Ca. 310 S., 100 Abb. Br. € 34,95 [D] / UVP *US$ 40.99 / UVP *£ 32.00 9<7to1m0=heejad>

ISBN 978-3-11-074490-3 **eBook € 350,– [D] /UVP  *US$ 400.00 / UVP *£ 318.00 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-074509-2 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-074517-7 Paolo Bondavalli

2D MATERIALS

And Their Exotic Properties

f This books covers 2D topological insulators,

Valley-spin and Valleytronics, Black phosphorous, Superconductivity in 2D materials, Strain effect on 2D materials, and Mxenes and their potential impact in the energy field.

The book will explain, in an easy way, the difficult to grasp concepts behind 2D material properties for physicists, materials scientists, and engineer. The physics will be explained in easy terms that are ideal for new comers to the field and advanced students alike. Theory and specific examples of materials and their intriguing properties will be discussed focusing on the structure property relationships that governs materials science. Paolo Bondavilli, Thales Research and Technology, Paris, France.

SUBJECTS Nanomaterials; Electronic and Optical Materials; Nanotechnology; Condensed Matter Physics READERSHIP Researchers and students of nanotechnology, materials science, physics and chemistry.

English, April 2022

Series De Gruyter STEM

Approx. 210 pp., 100 fig. Pb. RRP € 86.95 / *US$ 99.99 / *£ 79.00 9<7to1m0=gfgdcj>

ISBN 978-3-11-065632-9 eBook RRP € 86.95 / *US$ 99.99 / *£ 79.00 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-065633-6 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-065638-1

Phil De Luna (Ed.)

ACCELERATED MATERIALS DISCOVERY

How to Use Artificial Intelligence to Speed Up Development

f Highlights artificial intelligence and robotics to speed up the discovery of advanced materials f Describes machine learning algorithms, selfdriving labs, AI in catalysis and spectroscopy, and industrial use cases.

This book is a primer for any materials scientist looking to future-proof their careers and get ahead of the disruption that artificial intelligence and robotic automation is just starting to unleash. It is meant to be an overview of how we can use these disruptive technologies to augment and supercharge our abilities to discover new materials that will solve world’s biggest challenges. Phil De Luna, National Research Council of Canada, Toronto, Canada.

SUBJECTS Computational Chemistry and Molecular Modeling; Artificial Intelligence; Polymer Science and Technology; Artificial Intelligence READERSHIP Graduate students, career starters, industrial scientists, government researchers, experts, and entrepreneurs.

English, February 2022

Series De Gruyter STEM

Approx. 312 pp., 59 fig. Pb. RRP € 89.95 / *US$ 103.99 / *£ 82.00 9<7to1m0=hdiaej>

ISBN 978-3-11-073804-9 eBook RRP € 89.95 / *US$ 103.99 / *£ 82.00 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-073808-7 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-073325-9

Robert Schlögl (Ed.)

CHEMICAL ENERGY STORAGE

f New chapters devoted to energy and society, energy ethics, and the innovative use of carbon. f Expands on the technology and materials discussed in the 1st edition f A good review of what is feasible at an industrial level – potential vs. risk

The 2nd Edition of Chemical Energy Storage expands greatly on the original by including an update to the materials and technologies first discussed. New chapters devoted to the impact of law, society, and region-specific policy on the types of chemical energy storage that are chosen for a particular area. This book is written by the top authors in their fields and is ideal for rearchers and students alike. Robert Schlögl, Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society, Berlin, Germany.

SUBJECTS Catalysis; Political Economics fEconomic Policy; Energy Harvesting and Conversion; Materials for Energy READERSHIP Researchers and students of energy, chemistry, materials science, physics, and chemical engineering.

English, January 2022

Series De Gruyter STEM

2nd ed. Approx. 520 pp., 250 fig. Pb. RRP € 99.95 / *US$ 114.99 / *£ 91.00 9<7to1m0=gaiede>

ISBN 978-3-11-060843-4 eBook RRP € 99.95 / *US$ 114.99 / *£ 91.00 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-060845-8 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-060859-5 Gunjan Jeswani, Marcel Van de Voorde (Eds.)

HANDBOOK OF NANOETHICS

f Examines risks as well as benefits of nanoscience and technology. Discusses the current rules and regulations. Introduction to the topic written by experts in the field.

With Nanotechnology being a relatively new field, the questions regarding safety and ethics are steadily increasing with the development of the research. This book aims to give an overview on the ethics associated with employing nanoscience for products with everyday applications. The risks as well as the regulations are discussed, and an outlook for the future of nanoscience on a manufacturer’s scale and for the society is provided. Gunjan Jeswani, Shri Shankaracharya Technical Campus, India; Marcel Van de Voorde, University of Technology in Delft, Netherlands.

SUBJECTS Safety and Risk Management; Nanomaterials; Materials Characterization and Properties; Nanotechnology READERSHIP Students in Materials Science, Chemistry, Nanotechnology and Engineering, Professionals and Researchers in Nanotechnology.

English, August 2021

Series De Gruyter STEM

422 pp., 50 fig. Pb. RRP € 69.95 / *US$ 80.99 / *£ 63.50 9<7to1m0=ggjcdh>

ISBN 978-3-11-066923-7 eBook RRP € 69.95 / *US$ 80.99 / *£ 63.50 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-066928-2 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-066947-3 Jasna Jankovic, Jürgen Stumper (Eds.)

PEM FUEL CELLS

From Characterization and Modeling to Trends and Challenges

f Covers fundamentals and state-of-the-art applications of PEM Fuel Cells. Code to download is available as online material.

This book is a comprehensive introduction to the rapidly developing field of PEM fuel cells. It covers the fundamentals and basic concepts of different types of fuel cells as well as recent developments of PEM fuel cells. Components, diagnostics, performance and characterization are discussed and modelling and novel applications are covered. Written by experts in this field, this book is an invaluable tool for graduate students and professionals. Jasna Jankovic, University of Connecticut, USA; Jürgen Stumper, Juergen Stumper and Associates, Canada.

SUBJECTS Energy Harvesting and Conversion; Petrochemistry and Fuels; Polymers; Materials for Energy READERSHIP Researchers and Professionals in Energy Research and Industry, Graduate Students in Materials Science and Engineering.

English, June 2022

Series De Gruyter STEM

Approx. 420 pp., 150 fig. Pb. RRP € 77.95 / *US$ 89.99 / *£ 71.00 9<7to1m0=gccgcb>

ISBN 978-3-11-062262-1 eBook RRP € 77.95 / *US$ 89.99 / *£ 71.00 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-062272-0 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-062360-4

Sabu Thomas, Jose James, Hanna J. Maria (Eds.)

POLYMER BLEND NANOCOMPOSITES AND IPNS

Interfacial Characteristics

f Covers polymer blends and interpenetrating networks f Discusses interfaces between polymers and fillers in nanocomposites f Addresses both theory and analytical techniques

Interfaces are important for properties and applications of polymers and polymer blends, where the interface between different polymers is crucial for mechanical properties. The analysis of polymer interfaces in polymer blends and IPPNs and the influence of various fillers is required for designing materials. This book provides a detailed descriptions of interfacial characteristics and its influence on different properties.

Sabu Thomas, Jose James, Hanna J. Maria,

School of Chemical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, India.

SUBJECTS Macromolecular Chemistry; Polymer Science and Technology; Nanomaterials; Polymers READERSHIP Researchers and students in the area of polymer science, nanotechnology, and materials science.

English, June 2022

Series De Gruyter STEM

Approx. 260 pp., 80 fig. Pb. RRP € 99.95 / *US$ 114.99 / *£ 91.00 9<7to1m0=gehcdf>

ISBN 978-3-11-064723-5 eBook RRP € 99.95 / *US$ 114.99 / *£ 91.00 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-064728-0 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-064746-4 Sabu Thomas, Jose James, Hanna J. Maria, Jemy James (Eds.)

POLYMER INTERFACIAL CHARACTERISTICS

in Polymer Blends, IPNs, Gels, and Composites

f Describes the relationship between interfacial characteristics and different properties of the material f Main audience is graduate students and early career researchers in the polymer science field

The interfaces in polymer blends and IPN directly influence properties and applications of polymers. This book describes how interfacial characteristics influence different material properties. Interfaces are crucial for many properties and applications of polymers especially in polymer blends, where the interface between different polymers plays a critical role for mechanical properties and the application of ultra-strength composite materials.

Sabu Thomas, Hanna J. Maria, Jemy James

Mahatma Gandhi U., India; Jose James, St. Joseph’s College, India.

SUBJECTS Macromolecular Chemistry; Polymer Science and Technology; Polymers; Materials Characterization and Properties READERSHIP Graduate students, career starters, experts, researchers and scientists in polymer science.

English, June 2022

Series De Gruyter STEM

Approx. 290 pp., 60 fig. Pb. RRP € 99.95 / *US$ 114.99 / *£ 91.00 9<7to1m0=hbdjjc>

ISBN 978-3-11-071399-2 eBook RRP € 99.95 / *US$ 114.99 / *£ 91.00 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-071401-2 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-071410-4 José Miguel García, Félix Clemente García, José Antonio Reglero Ruiz, Saúl Vallejos, Miriam Trigo-López

SMART POLYMERS

Principles and Applications

f Discusses fundamental principles. f Covers sensors based on smart polymers. f Provides an overview of the latest applications of smart polymers in the biomedical research field.

Smart polymers react sharply to small changes in physical or chemical conditions and present an intelligent response to the presence of different biomolecules. For these reasons, the interest in smart polymers has recently increased exponentially. This book offers a unique opportunity to review the physical-chemical fundamentals of smart polymers, and their behavior. It also provides an excellent review of the main applications of smart polymers. José Miguel García, Félix Clemente García, José Antonio Reglero Ruiz, Saúl Vallejos, Miriam Trigo-López, University of Burgos, Spain.

SUBJECTS Macromolecular Chemistry; Polymer Science and Technology; Polymers; Functional and Smart Materials READERSHIP Researchers and students in the area of materials science, chemistry and biomedicine.

English, January 2022

Series De Gruyter STEM

Approx. 130 pp., 30 fig. Pb. RRP € 59.95 / *US$ 68.99 / *£ 54.50 9<7tm5l1=fcceag>

ISBN 978-1-5015-2240-6 eBook RRP € 59.95 / *US$ 68.99 / *£ 54.50 PDF ISBN 978-1-5015-2246-8 ePUB ISBN 978-1-5015-1545-3

Haibin Ning

THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITES

Principles and Applications

f Provides a comprehensive overview of thermoplastic composites. f Explores the interrelationship between processing, structure and performance. f Includes recycling and 3D printing.

The book covers continuous, long and natural fiber thermoplastic composites. It describes processing methods and explains the effect of different processing parameters on the structure and performance. Mechanical behavior and fracture mechanics, design and modeling are also discussed. Haibin Ning, University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA.

SUBJECTS Polymer Science and Technology; Composites; Materials Characterization and Properties; Materials Processing READERSHIP Researchers and students in the area of Composites and Materials Science.

English, November 2021

Series De Gruyter STEM

343 pp., 290 fig. Pb. RRP € 77.95 / *US$ 89.99 / *£ 71.00 9<7tm5l1=fbjadb>

ISBN 978-1-5015-1903-1 eBook RRP € 77.95 / *US$ 89.99 / *£ 71.00 PDF ISBN 978-1-5015-1905-5 ePUB ISBN 978-1-5015-1161-5

Seán Thomas Barry

CHEMISTRY OF ATOMIC LAYER DEPOSITION

f Covers the fundamental chemistry behind ALD. f Main audience is engineers using ALD and graduate students across all disciplines. f Written by one of the most prominent Canadian researchers in the field of ALD.

This book will help chemists and non-chemists alike understand the fundamentals of surface chemistry and precursor design, and how these precursors drive the processes of atomic layer deposition, and how the surface-precursor interaction governs atomic layer deposition processes. The underlying principles in atomic layer deposition rely on the chemistry of a precursor with a surface. Seán Thomas Barry, Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada.

SUBJECTS Inorganic Chemistry; Electrical Engineering fMicrotechnologies; Paints, Pigments, Coatings and Dyes; Thin Films, Surfaces and Interfaces READERSHIP For chemistry graduate students and engineers in thin film deposition.

Textbook, English, November 2021

Series De Gruyter Textbook

113 pp., 75 fig. Pb. RRP € 64.95 / *US$ 74.99 / *£ 59.00 9<7to1m0=hbcfbd>

ISBN 978-3-11-071251-3 **eBook RRP € 650.00 / *US$ 750.00 / *£ 591.00 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-071253-7 ePUB ISBN 978-3-11-071259-9

Mohamed Elzagheid

MACROMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY

Natural and Synthetic Polymers

f Simple, brief, and straightforward text for both natural and synthetic polymers. f Compact book on natural and synthetic macromolecules. f Practice exercises included after each chapter.

This book discusses macromolecular chemistry, from natural to synthetic polymers. Natural polymers including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids are explored including their classifications and properties. Industrial synthetic polymers are discussed including their synthesis, characterization, and industrial use. Applications discussed include potential additives and biodegradable polymers. Mohamed Elzagheid, Jubail Industrial College, KSA.

SUBJECTS Macromolecular Chemistry; Polymer Science and Technology; Polymers; Materials Characterization and Properties READERSHIP Students in macromolecular chemistry, polymer science, organic chemistry, and materials science.

Textbook, English, November 2021

Series De Gruyter Textbook

127 pp., 102 fig. Pb. RRP € 59.95 / *US$ 68.99 / *£ 54.50 9<7to1m0=hgchfe>

ISBN 978-3-11-076275-4 **eBook RRP € 600.00 / *US$ 690.00 / *£ 545.50 PDF ISBN 978-3-11-076276-1

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