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Climate and Natural Hazard Risks is an in-depth examination of the physical, environmental, economic, and social impacts of climate change and natural hazards on vulnerable populations in different areas around the world. The authors open with the simple question "what is risk?," taking a detailed look at global trends and risk frameworks as they relate to climate change. From there, the chapters systematically review different hazards and their implications for risk and resilience (hurricanes, cyclones, flooding, extreme temperatures, food insecurity, earthquakes, tsunamis). The authors then delve into the latest research and data surrounding probabilistic hazard assessment and multi-hazard risk assessment. The book closes with a thoughtful discussion on resilience and the wide-reaching impacts of environmental transitions. Professionals working across climate change, environmental risk assessment, and disaster resilience will find much to consider in this thought-provoking text.

Bio-polymerized Sulfur for Sustainable Practice in Applied Sciences and Engineering examines new opportunities in Sustainable Chemistry by using renewable resources and sulfur as a building block for manufacturing sustainable functional materials that can be used in applied sciences and engineering practice. It also discusses bio-polymeric materials that are made from sulfur and renewable resources.Bio-polymerized Sulfur for Sustainable Practice in Applied Sciences and Engineering also outlines life cycle assessment studies, the sustainability of circular economy, sulfur, bio-polymeric materials, and bio-polymerized sulfur. Bio-polymerized Sulfur for Sustainable Practice in Applied Sciences and Engineering enables new options in using polymerized sulfur in the development of engineered products and to further sustainability.

Metal Cutting, Fifth Edition builds upon the classic work that has for decades been the go-to reference for individuals working in the area of metal cutting. This revised edition, divided into four parts, features an extensive new chapter on coated cutting tools and updated and expanded chapters on ceramic cutting tools and machinability. A discussion of wear mechanisms and their governing equations is included, as are updates on tool micro examination, use of the quick-stop method, and tool temperature determination. Each chapter begins with a comprehensive bullet point summary and contents. The book will be useful for those studying and teaching courses on metal cutting and machining processes at the advanced undergraduate and graduate levels in universities as well as professional materials scientists and mechanical engineers in industrial manufacturing sectors centered on automotive and aerospace component production.

Designed to provide unparalleled board preparation and review, Comprehensive Self-Assessment in Infectious Disease: Questions and Answers also helps ID clinicians increase and test their knowledge of both common and rare infectious diseases. This essential review tool offers 675 questions and answers in a style that mimics core ID exams, and is the ideal companion to Comprehensive Review of Infectious Diseases, 2nd Edition.Provides 14 quizzes of approximately 50 multiple-choice questions each, with explanations for both correct and incorrect answers.Covers the full spectrum of infectious disease, including areas frequently covered on the boards: respiratory infections, including COVID-19; tropical diseases; clinically-relevant microbiology and ID pharmacology; HIV and antiretroviral therapy; infections in immunocompromised hosts; dermatologic manifestations of ID; infection mimics; infection control and prevention; and more.Includes test-taking tips that ensure your maximum retention of information and best performance on examsAn eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date. Companion review volume also available: Comprehensive Review of Infectious Diseases, 2nd Edition [978-0-323-88185-2]

Helps to prepare you for success on the ARRT advanced certification examination for computed tomography. This text offers you a content review in outline format of the three areas on the exam: patient care, imaging procedures, and physics/instrumentation.

Broad coverage of topics in radiologic science, including radiologic physics, imaging, radiobiology, and radiation protection. Special topics include mammography, fluoroscopy, spiral computed tomography, and cardiovascular interventional procedures. Strong pedagogy, including objectives, key terms, outlines, chapter introductions and summaries helps students organize information and ensure that they understand what is most important in every chapter. Quick reference information, including formulas, conversion tables, abbreviations, etc. provides easy access to frequently used information End-of-chapter questions, including definition exercises, short answer, and calculations, offer students an opportunity for review. Key terms are bolded and defined at first mention in the text. Each bolded key term is included in an expanded glossary. This feature helps ensure students understand key terms as they are used in discussions of important concepts. Math formulas highlighted in special color boxes. Important "concepts boxes," highlighted by "penguin" icons. Evolve ancillaries include instructor resources (image collection, test bank with more than 900 questions, and PowerPoint chapter lectures of ~300 slides) and student resources (answers to challenge questions, answers to workbook questions, math tutor answer key, image collection, student review questions, lab videos (new) Updated to reflect the latest ARRT guidelines - including latest released shielding guidelines Student Lab Exercise' videos on the Evolve site to help students understand complicated experiments Streamlined physics and math sections with a targeted focus on necessary content that ensures student technologists are prepared to take the ARRT exam and have the background they need to perform well in the clinical environment.

Water Footprints: Achieving Sustainable Development Goals serves as a comprehensive resource for professors, students, researchers, water resources planners, and managers working on natural science and engineering, addressing critical issues related to water footprints and their impact on environmental sustainability goals, especially the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Edited by global experts in the field, this book delves into the intricacies of water usage, offering a detailed exploration of its environmental impacts. By incorporating unique case studies and practical applications in every chapter, this book adopts a holistic approach to water use, integrating perspectives from environmental science, agriculture, and engineering. This interdisciplinary approach aims to present sustainable solutions to the growing challenge of ecological constraints while contributing to the achievement of the UN SDGs. Moreover, it addresses current management and policy concerns, highlighting the need for updated governance measures, particularly in light of international frameworks like the UNFCCC Paris Agreement.

Geoheritage: Assessment, Protection, and Management, Second Edition provides a comprehensive exploration of geoheritage, beginning with an introduction to geodiversity and progressing to the characterisation of in situ and ex situ geoheritage, its protection and sustainable use. It also offers advanced concepts and methodologies for site assessment, mapping, conservation, visualisation and management and features 12 case studies spanning five continents.Authored by 75 experts from 22 countries, this edition includes nearly 200 figures and maps. New chapters expand the scope of the first edition to address geoheritage’s links to biodiversity, climate change, natural hazards, ecosystem services, education and cities.This essential resource is perfect for geoscientists and students in the fields of geodiversity, geoheritage, geoconservation and geotourism, as well as professionals involved in nature conservation, protected areas and geoparks.

Learn the latest approaches to orthodontic diagnosis and treatment! Contemporary Orthodontics, Seventh Edition provides an evidence-based guide to the stages of growth and development, diagnosis, treatment planning, and current treatment techniques. Coverage includes biomechanics and the mechanical principles in orthodontic force control, along with a discussion of contemporary orthodontic appliances and the treatment of malocclusion and dentofacial deformity. Illustrated case studies help you more easily apply concepts to practice. Written by an experienced team of orthodontic specialists led by Henry W. Fields Jr., Brent E. Larson, and David M. Sarver, this is the go-to orthodontics text and reference for dental students, general dentists, and orthodontic residents and specialists. NEW! Content updates include current discussions of scientific evidence, informed consent, AI, two new chapters on clear tray aligners, OSA-related issues, and technology applied to orthognathic surgery planning and treatmentNEW! More than 200 updated photos and illustrations demonstrate new techniques and technologies, increasing the total number of images in the book to nearly 2,000Comprehensive coverage provides detailed information on principles of growth and development, diagnosis with helpful checklists,treatment planning with more guidance, and current treatment proceduresCoverage of topics included on the INBDE prepares you for the examinationClear writing style and logical organization makes difficult topics easier to understand. Case studies with photographs and illustrations highlight and reinforce key concepts in the treatment of complex problems in both children and adultsFocus on three major areas of dentistry includes: 1) the principles of growth and development that underlie the clinical practice of dentistry for children, 2) the application of those principles in diagnosis and treatment planning for children and adults, and 3) basic orthodontic treatment methodsEnhanced eBook version is included with every new print purchase, featuring access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud

Master the use of dental materials with this all-in-one guide to restorative materials and procedures! Craig's Restorative Dental Materials, Fifteenth Edition, addresses the fundamental concepts and skills needed to understand the science behind dental materials and their appropriate selection when designing and fabricating restorations. It begins with fundamentals and moves on to advanced skills in the manipulation of dental materials, providing insight on the latest advances and research along the way. From an expert author team, this comprehensive resource is considered to be the standard in the field of dental restorative materials. NEW! Dedicated chapter covers the principles of adhesion and adhesivesNEW! Current photos highlight the latest advances in digital technology in dentistryNEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, features key topics videos for each chapter and INBDE-style clinical cases, plus digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloudComprehensive coverage ranges from fundamental concepts to advanced skills, detailing everything you need to know to select appropriate dental materials when designing and fabricating restorationsClear, focused approach provides an essential understanding of the fast-changing field of restorative dental materialsMore than 300 full-color illustrations show clinical detail with clarity and realismLogical organization arranges chapters by major clinical procedures· NEW! Chapter on the principles of adhesion and adhesives· NEW! Photos highlighting the advances in digital technology in dentistry.· NEW! Short videos highlighting the key topics on each chapter.· UPDATED! Electronic resources including PPT files for instructors and board-exam-style clinical cases with discussion topics.

Design and Application of Intelligent Thermally Conductive Materials is a current, comprehensive, reference resource, providing information on the structure, design, and application of these newly developed materials in various contexts, together with an analysis of future trends and applications. The author presents a detailed description of the application of these intelligent materials to a wide range of uses, and also of their particular importance in the development and application of advanced chips. It provides postgraduates and senior undergraduates with an essential overview of thermal conductivity, from which to appreciate the descriptions of intelligent thermal conductivity.For all readers, including researchers, industry professionals, and technicians in the field, chapters on the structure, design, development and performance of intelligent thermal conductive materials provide essential information. While the potential future demand for these materials is enormous, the author indicates where developmental, technical, and production bottlenecks may occur. The possible use of intelligent thermal conductive materials in a wide range of contexts is discussed, together with their potential for energy saving and resource conservation.

Electrochemistry of Organic and Organometallic Compounds is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for researchers, practitioners, and students in the field of electrochemistry, organic chemistry, and organometallic chemistry. The book addresses growing interest in the use of electrochemical methods for the synthesis, characterization, and functionalization of organic and organometallic compounds. It provides the principles and applications of electrochemistry in the context of organic and organometallic compounds, covering topics such as electrochemical synthesis and functionalization, characterization techniques, and applications in areas such as energy storage and catalysis.Sections provide practical examples, guidance, and the tools and knowledge needed to effectively use electrochemical methods for the synthesis and modification of organic and organometallic compounds. The book includes the latest advances in electrochemistry, how to apply these to the synthesis and modification of organic and organometallic compounds, as well as practical guidance on the use of electrochemical techniques.

Knowledge Graph-Based Methods for Automated Driving offers sought-after, specialized know-how for a wide range of readers both in academia and industry on the use of graphs as knowledge representation techniques which, when compared to other relational models, provide a number of advantages for data-driven applications like automated driving tasks. The machine learning pipeline presented in this volume incorporates a variety of auxiliary information, including logic rules, ontology-informed workflows, simulation outcomes, differential equations, and human input, with the resulting operational framework being more reliable, secure, efficient as well as sustainable.Case studies and other practical discussions exemplify these methods’ promising and exciting prospects for the maturation of scalable solutions with potential to transform transport and logistics worldwide.

Multifunctional Solar Chimney in Buildings: From Idea to Practice is the first book on multifunctional solar chimneys that integrates energy saving, natural ventilation, and fire safety. The book introduces fundamental influencing factors and optimization design, theoretical deduction of both heating and cooling modes, the impacts of wind environments, solar chimney applications, fulfilment of WHO requirements, idea validation of multifunctional solar chimney, and finally, the applications of multifunctional solar chimney in buildings and tunnels.This is a valuable resource for all those with an interest in solar chimney technology, sustainable building design, and fire safety engineering, including researchers, engineers, architects, developers, scientists, faculty, advanced students, and policymakers.

S960 Ultra-High Strength Steel Welded I-Section Structural Members provides detailed, theoretical, and experimental data on key design provisions for ultra-high strength steel structures. Most of the current design provisions for high strength steel welded I-section components with material grades up to S690 (or S700) have been developed for normal strength steel counterparts. The design parameters of S960 ultra-high strength steel structures - which are increasingly being used in structures - is out of their scope, hence this book addresses that omission.

Digital Transformation in the Construction Industry: Sustainability, Resilience, and Data-Centric Engineering delivers timely and much sought-after guidance related to novel, digital-first practices and the latest technological tools, the gradual adoption of which is being embraced to significantly reshape the way buildings and other infrastructure assets are designed, constructed, operated, and maintained.Methodological and practice-informed investigations by scholars and researchers from across the globe, providing a wealth of knowledge relevant for, and applicable to, different geographical and economic contexts, are coherently collated in this edited volume. This systematic analysis of cutting-edge developments (such as Building Information Modeling, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Big Data, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, 3D Printing, and Structural Health Monitoring) is accompanied by discussions on challenges and opportunities that digitalization engenders. Additionally, real-word case studies enrich the coverage, highlighting how these innovative solutions can contribute to establishing working efficiencies that can at the same time aid the impactful realization of globally recognized sustainability goals.Readers in both academic and professional settings are, therefore, not only equipped with a comprehensive overview of the state of the art but also offered an insightful reference resource for future works in the area.