Mechanical Metamaterials for Engineering and Architectural Applications examines materials with extraordinary mechanical properties such as negative stiffness, programmable elasticity, and auxetic behavior that surpass conventional limits. This accessible yet comprehensive book covers design principles, fabrication techniques, and practical applications, including vibration isolation in aerospace systems and adaptive building façades. Bridging theory and practice, it highlights th...

Writing Skills for Scientific Communication is a comprehensive guide designed for researchers, students, and professionals striving for excellence in academic and innovative endeavours. Covering every stage of the research journey, it provides insights into defining research problems, conducting literature reviews, and crafting impactful research papers. The book explores intellectual property rights, the patenting process, and licensing, offering practical strategies for protecti...

This book provides an overview of the burgeoning next generation of industry- Industry 4.0, which promises to increase flexibility in manufacturing in tandem with mass communication, improved productivity and better quality. This volume provides a comprehensive and holistic overview of intelligent manufacturing, process planning, assessment of product development opportunities, aspects of risk management, education and qualification requirements, socio-technical considerations and the sust...

This book introduces the materials and traditional processes involved in the manufacturing industry. It discusses the properties and application of different engineering materials as well as the performance of failure tests. The book lists both destructible and non-destructible processes in detail. The design associated with each manufacturing processes, such Casting, Forming, Welding and Machining, are also covered.

This book examines the radical technological changes occurring in welding engineering and technology, with a focus on offering a better understanding of the latest developments for marine applications. It presents a detailed analysis of interdisciplinary knowledge, numerical modeling and simulation, and the various applications of welding systems. The theoretical results, practical solutions, and guidelines presented are valuable for both researchers working in the area of marine engineeri...

At the core of this book are several application areas where Industry 4.0 has been, or can be, applied. This book introduces the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with discussions and reflections that will lead the reader into a deeper understanding of the nature of the concept. This book also reveals various facets that can be applied and utilized for implementation of the concept in various sectors.This book:• Comprehensively discusses skills for Industry 4.0• Provide...

In today's fast changing, globalized world, the role of Human Resources has transcended the conventional boundaries. HR is no longer just about rules, compliance, hiring, or training; It is about creating an environment where employees feel motivated and joyful in working. 'Happiness Resources: The Ultimate Guide to Human Resources' explains how organizations can be successful through redefining HR to focus on employee well-being and employee satisfaction, as any organization can only succ...

Design thinking is a ground-breaking problem solving process which combines logic, intuition, and systematic reasoning to develop long-term solutions to common engineering challenges and to inspire innovation. Serving as an introduction to the concept as well as a reference point, the book is essential reading for all engineers.Following a design thinking approach itself to structure its contents, this book is a key introduction to the process, providing case studies to demonstrate...

Nanoelectronics: Devices, Circuits and Systems explores current and emerging trends in the field of nanoelectronics, from both a devices-to-circuits and circuits-to-systems perspective. It covers a wide spectrum and detailed discussion on the field of nanoelectronic devices, circuits and systems. This book presents an in-depth analysis and description of electron transport phenomenon at nanoscale dimensions. Both qualitative and analytical approaches are taken to explore the devices, circu...

‘Mindset- the epicenter: Who am "I"?’ is the second volume to his earlier work 'Mindset the epicenter'. This book interrogates why two persons, having the same mind, which is made up of the same atoms, tend to behave differently towards people around them when faced with similar circumstances.In fact, the question which led the author to pen this book was: what’s the true epicenter of everyone’s mind, including the trouble makers and the Samaritans?He dips into the vast reser...

Engineering pedagogy is closely linked to both the technical and the pedagogical sciences. Over the years, engineering pedagogy has shifted from practical education to teaching how to integrate information, computational, and communications technology. However, while pedagogical and psychological qualifications are highly important requirements for a teaching career in engineering, the research on engineering pedagogy remains scant and scattered across journal articles, conference proceedi...

Nanomaterials and Nanocomposites: Characterization, Processing, and Applications discusses the most recent research in nanomaterials and nanocomposites for a range of applications as well as modern characterization tools and techniques. It deals with nanocomposites that are dispersed with nanosized particulates and carbon nanotubes in their matrices (polymer, metal, and ceramic). In addition, the work:Describes different nanomaterials, such as metal and met...