This book provides a complete guide on tools and techniques for modeling of supercritical and subcritical fluid extraction (SSFE) processes and phenomena. It provides details for SSFE from managing the experiments to modeling and optimization. It includes the fundamentals of SSFE as well as the necessary experimental techniques to validate the models. The optimization section includes the use of p…
This book combines emulsion knowledge into a single, comprehensive volume, ideal for professionals and students involved in the areas of pharmaceutical science who are looking to learn about this emergent research concept.<br /><br /> <ul> <li>Compiles the step-by-step investigations made concerning the potential of nanosized emulsions on both drug delivery and drug targeti…
Written in easy-to-read and -use format, this book provides a strong training resource and reference for product designers using plastics in their products – helping them identify, quantify, and confirm whether problems are related to product design or process.<br /><br />• Updates coverage of data analysis techniques and examples and expands coverage of failure analysis, key because o…
[b]Pump Wisdom[/b] [b]Explore key facets of centrifugal pump ownership, installation, operation, and troubleshooting[/b] The Second Edition of[i] Pump Wisdom: Essential Centrifugal Pump Knowledge for Operators and Specialists[/i] delivers a concise explanation of how pumps function, the design specifications that must be considered before purchasing a pump, and current best practices in lubricatio…
Provides an engaging and clearly structured source of information on the capture and storage of CO2 <br> <br> Designed to bridge the gap between the many disciplines involved in carbon dioxide emission management, this book provides a comprehensive yet easy-to-understand introduction to the subject of CO2 capture. Fit for graduate students, practicing process engineers, and others inte…
[b]The new edition of the highly regarded laboratory manual for courses in food microbiology[/b] [i]Analytical Food Microbiology:[/i] A Laboratory Manual develops the practical skills and knowledge required by students and trainees to assess the microbiological quality and safety of food. This user-friendly textbook covers laboratory safety, basic microbiological techniques, evaluation of food for…
[b]An Introduction to Testing for Drugs of Abuse[/b] [i]An Introduction to Testing for Drugs of Abuse[/i] presents a distilled set of facts about the major drugs of abuse that are encountered in clinical practice. Individual chapters highlight the similarities in chemical structure, mechanism of action, and physiologic effects of each drug group, as well as their metabolism, therapeutic uses and p…
[b]AGITATOR DESIGN FOR GAS-LIQUID FERMENTERS AND BIOREACTORS[/b] [b]Explore the basic principles and concepts of the design of agitation systems for fermenters and bioreactors[/b][i]Agitator Design for Gas-Liquid Fermenters and Bioreactors[/i] delivers a concise treatment and explanation of how to design mechanically sound agitation systems that will perform the agitation process function efficie…
Thermodynamic Processes 2 is devoted to the study of equilibrium between phases in the case of the four changes of physical state: fusion, boiling or vaporization, sublimation and allotropy or transition. It also includes a section that addresses energy's relationship to the zero sum aspect of exergy and thermal cycles. This second volume presents scientific and technical examples – both theo…
This book gives a comprehensive explanation of what governs the breakage of extruded materials, and what techniques are used to measure it. The breakage during impact aka collision is explained using basic laws of nature allowing readers to determine the handling severity of catalyst manufacturing equipment and the severity of entire plants. This information can then be used to improve on the arch…
This is the most comprehensive dictionary of maintenance and reliability terms ever compiled, covering the process, manufacturing, and other related industries, every major area of engineering used in industry, and more. The over 15,000 entries are all alphabetically arranged and include special features to encourage usage and understanding. They are supplemented by hundreds of figures and tables …
[b]Root Cause Failure Analysis[/b] [b]Provides the knowledge and failure analysis skills necessary for preventing and investigating process equipment failures[/b]Process equipment and piping systems are essential for plant availability and performance. Regularly exposed to hazardous service conditions and damage mechanisms, these critical plant assets can result in major failures if not effectivel…
[i]Mathematics for Enzyme Reaction Kinetics and Reactor Performance[/i] is the first set in a unique 11 volume-collection on [i]Enzyme Reactor Engineering[/i]. This two volume-set relates specifically to the wide mathematical background required for systematic and rational simulation of both reaction kinetics and reactor performance; and to fully understand and capitalize on the modelling concepts…
Process engineering emerged at the beginning of the 20th Century and has become an essential scientific discipline for the matter and energy processing industries. Its success is incontrovertible, with the exponential increase in techniques and innovations. Rapid advances in new technologies such as artificial intelligence, as well as current societal needs – sustainable development, climate chang…
This book, cohesively written by an expert author with supreme breadth and depth of perspective on polyurethanes, provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of the science and technology on one of the most commonly produced plastics.<br /><br /> <ul> <li>Covers the applications, manufacture, and markets for polyurethanes, and discusses analytical methods, reaction mec…