Construction and Building Research

Construction and Building Research
Author: Carmen Llinares-Millán
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2014-01-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9400777906

Many areas of knowledge converge in the building industry and therefore research in this field necessarily involves an interdisciplinary approach. Effective research requires strong relation between a broad variety of scientific and technological domains and more conventional construction or craft processes, while also considering advanced management processes, where all the main actors permanently interact. This publication takes an interdisciplinary approach grouping various studies on the building industry chosen from among the works presented for the 2nd International Conference on Construction and Building Research. The papers examine aspects of materials and building systems; construction technology; energy and sustainability; construction management; heritage, refurbishment and conservation. The information contained within these pages may be of interest to researchers and practitioners in construction and building activities from the academic sphere, as well as public and private sectors.

Renewable Energy Resources

Renewable Energy Resources
Author: John Twidell
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 458
Release: 2006-01-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1135834849

In the years between the first and this second edition, renewable energy has come of age; it makes good sense, good government and good business. This book considers the unchanging principles of renewable energy technologies alongside modern application and case studies. In this second edition, the presentation of the fundamentals has been improved throughout, and chapters on economics and institutional factors have been added. Likewise, sections on environmental impact have been added to each technology chapter. Renewable Energy Resources supports multi-disciplinary.

The Future of Flight

The Future of Flight
Author: Leik Myrabo
Publisher: Pocket Books
Total Pages: 283
Release: 1985
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780671559410

Looks at technological developments which will shape the future of air and space travel, including ultralight aircraft, antimatter, and high-energy laser propulsion systems

Fundamentals of Magnesium Alloy Metallurgy

Fundamentals of Magnesium Alloy Metallurgy
Author: Mihriban O Pekguleryuz
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 381
Release: 2013-03-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0857097296

Magnesium and magnesium alloys offer a wealth of valuable properties, making them of great interest for use across a wide range of fields. This has led to extensive research focused on understanding the properties of magnesium and how these can be controlled during processing. Fundamentals of magnesium alloy metallurgy presents an authoritative overview of all aspects of magnesium alloy metallurgy, including physical metallurgy, deformation, corrosion and applications.Beginning with an introduction to the primary production of magnesium, the book goes on to discuss physical metallurgy of magnesium and thermodynamic properties of magnesium alloys. Further chapters focus on understanding precipitation processes of magnesium alloys, alloying behaviour of magnesium, and alloy design. The formation, corrosion and surface finishing of magnesium and its alloys are reviewed, before Fundamentals of magnesium alloy metallurgy concludes by exploring applications across a range of fields. Aerospace, automotive and other structural applications of magnesium are considered, followed by magnesium-based metal matrix composites and the use of magnesium in medical applications.With its distinguished editors and international team of expert contributors, Fundamentals of magnesium alloy metallurgy is a comprehensive tool for all those involved in the production and application of magnesium and its alloys, including manufacturers, welders, heat-treatment and coating companies, engineers, metallurgists, researchers, designers and scientists working with these important materials. - Overviews all aspects of magnesium alloy metallurgy - Discusses physical metallurgy of magnesium and thermodynamic properties of magnesium alloys - Reviews the formation, corrosion and surface finishing of magnesium and its alloys

Shreve's Chemical Process Industries

Shreve's Chemical Process Industries
Author: Randolph Norris Shreve
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 872
Release: 1984
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780070571471

This book bridges the gap between theory and practice. It provides fundamental information on heterogeneous catalysis and the practicalities of the catalysts and processes used in producing ammonia, hydrogen and methanol via hydrocarbon steam reforming. It also covers the oxidation reactions in making formaldehyde from methanol, nitric acid from ammonia and sulphuric acid from sulphur dioxide. Designed for use in the chemical industry and by those in teaching, research and the study of industrial catalysts and catalytic processes. Students will also find this book extremely useful for obtaining practical information which is not available in more conventional textbooks.

Cutting the Cost of Cold

Cutting the Cost of Cold
Author: Fergus Nicol
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2005-08-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1135804176

In this book academics and practitioners from a wide range of disciplines provide a survey of research into buildings, epidemiology and medical issues, followed by an assessment of the tools available to the practitioner. The book goes on to provide clear guidance on putting theory into practice. This will be a powerful reference source and a compelling read for a wide range of built environment and health professionals from surveyors to environmental health officers.