Hydraulic engineering

This handbook places emphasis on the importance of correct interpretation of pumping requirements, both by the user and the supplier.

The fashion industry continues to contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions.

This book contains ten state-of-the-art review articles on selected topics in hydraulics/fluid mechanics and water resources engineering, written by alumni of the Indian Institute of Science who hold senior academic positions in reputable scientific institutions and who are active in research.

This book discusses the 3D printing of sensors, actuators, and antennas and illustrates how manufacturers can create smart materials that can be effectively used to prepare low-cost products.

The United States has one of the largest and costliest flood control systems in the world, even though only a small proportion of its land lies in floodplains.

This book outlines the process of sustainable product design and development.

In terms of pioneering and latest technologies, present-day advancements in manufacturing and industrial engineering are required to attend to the accelerated and simultaneous demands of high quality, productivity and sustainability.

This captivating book explores the intersection where performing art meets human interaction and delves into the application of human factors' principles in this field.

Lean Manufacturing concepts are being applied to a variety of industries.

Nowadays, all of us are connected through a large number of sensor nodes, smart devices, and wireless terminals.

Integration of AI-Based Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering Systems with the Internet of Things describes how AI techniques, such as deep learning, cognitive computing, and Machine Learning, can be used to analyze massive volumes of data produced by IoT devices in manufacturing environments.

This textbook provides an excellent resource for engineering and science students to develop basic, intermediate and advanced level skills in hydraulics, hydrology and environmental engineering.

Develop, build, and deploy accurate mathematical models for hydrocarbon reservoirsThis practical resource discusses the construction of reservoir models and the implementation of these models in both forward and inverse modes using numerical, analytical, empirical, and artificial intelligence techniques.

Occupational Health and Safety has been a growth industry for several decades and has moved beyond the realm of the human resource department and workers' compensation claims.

This book presents the broad aspects of measurement, performanceanalysis, and characterization for materials and devices through advanced manufacturing processes.

This book is intended to help young and novice scientists by providing them with advice on how to overcome adversities.

The idea behind this book is to simplify the journey of aspiring readers and researchers to understand the convergence of Big Data with the Cloud.

The text discusses the fundamentals of lubrication science and technology linking the science concepts to engineering practices.

Solar Thermal Conversion Technologies for Industrial Process Heating presents a comprehensive look at the use of solar thermal energy in industrial applications, such as textiles, chemical processing, and food.

Despite occupational diseases in construction contributing to a significant proportion of fatalities, and permanent and temporary incapacities, they have not gained as much attention as occupational injuries from practitioners and researchers.

Based on the past 30-years' research on the technical and cultural values of China's Grand Canal, this book, based on interdisciplinary research, studies the natural and social background of the evolution and development of different sections of the Grand Canal in different historical periods, as well as the interrelations between the Grand Canal and the Chinese politics, economics, and culture.

Product design is becoming increasingly challenging as product complexity increases dramatically with the advent of autonomous control and the need to achieve zero emissions.

Sustainability is a global issue and, with the advent of further legislation to make organizations "e;greener,"e; companies are keen to promote sustainable performance to survive in the market.

Artificial Intelligence based Solutions for Industrial Applications aims to examine the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to tackle difficult industrial issues and offers readers a thorough understanding of how these technologies are being employed to address intricate industrial challenges and to stimulate innovation.

The introduction of artificial lighting extends the time of wakefulness after dark and enables work at night, thus disturbing the human circadian rhythm.

This book presents a comprehensive discussion of the recent advances in Industry 4.

This book highlights topics ranging from green chemistry and engineering to bioremediation, smart technologies, and sustainable business practices.

A comprehensive, accessible introduction to modern all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries.

Application of additive manufacturing and tissue engineering in the fields of science and technology enables the manufacturing of biocompatible, customized, reliable, and cost-effective parts, restoring the functionality of a failed human body part.

This book looks at industry change patterns and innovations (such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data analysis, and blockchain support and efficiency technology) that are speeding up industrial transformation, industrial infrastructure, biodiversity, and productivity.

This volume arises from the work of Roorkee Water Conclave 2020 and focuses on the hydrological aspects of climate change, hydrological extremes, and adaptation for water resources management.

This book provides insights into contemporary issues and challenges in multi-criteria decision models.

This book encapsulates and highlights the most recent innovations, breakthroughs, and comparisons of advanced sustainable manufacturing and material processing techniques for high-performance materials applications with a focus on sustainability and using conventional available methods.

This book discusses the increase in global competitiveness which challenges the manufacturing market to integrate design and product in order to improve quality and process.

The author has spent approximately 50 years in the field of systems engineering.

Focusing on the business implications of green innovation, this book describes the sheer impact, spread, and opportunities arising every day, and how business leaders can implement green innovative practices today to realize tangible as well as intangible business advantages in the future.

Due to disruptions occurring within production processes as a result of different circumstances, it is necessary to provide a new and safe production system that can be resilient to cope with any crisis, such as a pandemic.

To date, several polymer-derived ceramic fibers have been developed all over the world, out of which SiC fibers synthesized from polycarbosilane and their derivatives have achieved highest heat resistance and show excellent mechanical properties.

Sustainable manufacturing is a key component in the engineering industry, helping to decrease emissions, costs, and energy use.

Safety Rebels: Real-World Transformations in Health and Safety discusses the pragmatic experiences of over 30 safety professionals worldwide who managed to positively transform safety within their organizations.

This text highlights how nanofluids can be used in thermal solutions across multiple industries, including electronics, energy, and manufacturing.

The book comprehensively discusses principles, techniques, research activities, applications and case studies of computer-aided design in a single volume.

Introducing Hydrology's New Benchmark Reference Here's the first book in nearly 30 years to provide comprehensive coverage of the current state of hydrologic knowledge and practice--saving you hours of time tracking down the latest techniques in professional journals.

The focus of this book is to cover the fundamentals, methodological approaches, and diverse applications of smart systems.

This handbook places emphasis on the importance of correct interpretation of pumping requirements, both by the user and the supplier.

This book presents research on the determinants of workers' health (physical and mental well-being) and the organization's health (performance and culture).

This state-of-the-art resource draws upon the accumulated wisdom of a carefully chosen team of internationally recognized experts selected for their extensive experience in the essential aspects of water supply systems.

This text defines and covers different themes of post-processing techniques based on mechanical, chemical/electrochemical, and thermal energy.

This book offers an in-depth look at Industry 4.