Sliding Friction

Sliding Friction
Author: Bo N.J. Persson
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2013-03-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3662036460

Sliding friction is one of the oldest problems in physics and certainly one of the most important from a practical point of view. The ability to produce durable low-friction surfaces and lubricant fluids has become an important factor in the miniaturization of moving components in many technological devices, e.g., magnetic storage, recording systems, miniature motors and many aerospace components. This book will be useful to physicists, chemists, materials scientists, and engineers who want to understand sliding friction. The book (or parts of it) could also form the basis for a modern undergraduate or graduate course on tribology.

Resins for Surface Coatings, 3VL Set

Resins for Surface Coatings, 3VL Set
Author: P. K. T. Oldring
Publisher: Wiley
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002-02-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780471978978

Since the first editions of these books were published there have been many significant advances in the field of surface coatings. These second editions are written at a level suitable for graduates new to the resins and surface coatings industries. They give a basic understanding of the topics covered, whilst reflecting recent advances within the industry. Within these three books the chemistries of different types of resins for surface coatings are explained. In each case, an overview is given, suitable for the graduate new to industry or for less technically involved management. Coating formulations are given to illustrate the use of different types of resin. As with the chemistry, they are not meant to be exhaustive. These books should provide a valuable guide for formulators and should be considered as an essential aid for the 'bench chemist'. The aim has been to give a general overview, including the necessary background information required to ensure that coating formulators understand the resins with which they are working and the principles of crosslinking.

Additives for Plastics Handbook

Additives for Plastics Handbook
Author: J. Murphy
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 507
Release: 2001-11-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080498612

Both technically and economically, additives form a large and increasingly significant part of the polymer industry, both plastics and elastomers. Since the first edition of this book was published, there have been wide-ranging developments, covering chemistry and formulation of new and more efficient additive systems and the safer use of additives, both by processors in the factory and, in the wider field, as they affect the general public. This new edition follows the successful formula of its predecessor, it provides a comprehensive view of all types of additives, concentrating mainly on their technical aspects (chemistry/formulation, structure, function, main applications) with notes on the commercial background of each. The field has been expanded to include any substance that is added to a polymer to improve its use, so including reinforcing materials (such as glass fibre), carbon black and titanium dioxide. This is a book which has been planned for ease of use and the information is presented in a way which is appropriate to the users' needs.

Planning Guide for Power Distribution Plants

Planning Guide for Power Distribution Plants
Author: Hartmut Kiank
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 427
Release: 2012-01-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3895786659

When planning an industrial power supply plant, the specific requirements of the individual production process are decisive for the design and mode of operation of the network and for the selection and design and ratings of the operational equipment. Since the actual technical risks are often hidden in the profound and complex planning task, planning decisions should be taken after responsible and careful consideration because of their deep effects on supply quality and energy efficiency. This book is intended for engineers and technicians of the energy industry, industrial companies and planning departments. It provides basic technical network and plant knowledge on planning, installation and operation of reliable and economic industrial networks. In addition, it facilitates training for students and graduates in this field. In an easy and comprehensible way, this book informs about solution competency gained in many years of experience. Moreover, it also offers planning recommendations and knowledge on standards and specifications, the use of which ensures that technical risks are avoided and that production and industrial processes can be carried out efficiently, reliably and with the highest quality.

Petrochemical Economics

Petrochemical Economics
Author: Duncan Seddon
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2010
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1848165358

This compendium gives an overview of the technologies and economics in the production of olefins in the petrochemical industries. It highlights the options and costs for producing olefins using different technologies and different feedstocks at a time when the cost of carbon dioxide emissions are set to be included in the production cost. Industry professionals, engineers, research scientists and financiers will find this title a valuable resource.

Materials Handbook

Materials Handbook
Author: François Cardarelli
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 1365
Release: 2008-03-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1846286697

This unique and practical book provides quick and easy access to data on the physical and chemical properties of all classes of materials. The second edition has been much expanded to include whole new families of materials while many of the existing families are broadened and refined with new material and up-to-date information. Particular emphasis is placed on the properties of common industrial materials in each class. Detailed appendices provide additional information, and careful indexing and a tabular format make the data quickly accessible. This book is an essential tool for any practitioner or academic working in materials or in engineering.

Springer Handbook of Mechanical Engineering

Springer Handbook of Mechanical Engineering
Author: Karl-Heinrich Grote
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 1310
Release: 2020-12-09
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030470350

This resource covers all areas of interest for the practicing engineer as well as for the student at various levels and educational institutions. It features the work of authors from all over the world who have contributed their expertise and support the globally working engineer in finding a solution for today‘s mechanical engineering problems. Each subject is discussed in detail and supported by numerous figures and tables.