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Amorphous Drugs

Benefits and Challenges

by Marzena Rams-Baron, Renata Jachowicz, Elena Boldyreva, Deliang Zhou, Witold Jamroz, Marian Paluch ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book explains theoretical and technological aspects of amorphous drug formulations. It is intended for all those wishing to increase their knowledge in the field of amorphous pharmaceuticals. Conversion of crystalline material into the amorphous state, as described in this book, is a way to overcome limited water solubility of drug formulations, in this way enhancing the chemical activity and ... Read more

$134.99 USD

This book explains theoretical and technological aspects of amorphous drug formulations. It is intended for all those wishing to increase their knowledge in the field of amorphous pharmaceuticals. Conversion of crystalline material into the amorphous state, as described in this book, is a way to overcome limited water solubility of drug formulations, in this way enhancing the chemical activity and
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Gauge Fields

An Introduction To Quantum Theory, Second Edition

by L. D. Faddeev, A. A. Slavnov ...

Gauge field theory describes the physics of elementary particles adequately at moderate energies. Besides, the methods applied in the field theory of relativistic strings represent a direct generalization of the methods of gauge field theory, to which this book is devoted. For this reason the author considers a new edition of it to be useful, both for direct applications of the already developed ... Read more

$115.99 USD

Gauge field theory describes the physics of elementary particles adequately at moderate energies. Besides, the methods applied in the field theory of relativistic strings represent a direct generalization of the methods of gauge field theory, to which this book is devoted. For this reason the author considers a new edition of it to be useful, both for direct applications of the already developed
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Theory Of Quantum Liquids

Normal Fermi Liquids

by David Pines ...

This book is concerned with a single group of quantum liquids, normal Fermi liqztids, discussing the nature of elementary excitations, the central concept of response functions. It is intended as a text for a graduate course in quantum statistical mechanics or low temperature theory. ... Read more

$115.99 USD

This book is concerned with a single group of quantum liquids, normal Fermi liqztids, discussing the nature of elementary excitations, the central concept of response functions. It is intended as a text for a graduate course in quantum statistical mechanics or low temperature theory.
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Semiconductor Transport

by David Ferry ...

The information revolution would have been radically different, or impossible, without the use of the materials known generically as semiconductors. The properties of these materials, particularly the potential for doping with impurities to create transistors and diodes and controlling the local potential by gates, are essential for microelectronics.Semiconductor Transport is an introductory text ... Read more

$115.99 USD

The information revolution would have been radically different, or impossible, without the use of the materials known generically as semiconductors. The properties of these materials, particularly the potential for doping with impurities to create transistors and diodes and controlling the local potential by gates, are essential for microelectronics.Semiconductor Transport is an introductory text
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Nanotubes and Nanosheets

The Science and Applications of White Graphene

Edited by Ying (Ian) Chen, Srikanth Mateti, Qiran Cai ...

Focusing on the research and development of the renowned two-dimensional nanomaterial, white graphene, also known as boron nitride (BN) nanosheets, this book covers a comprehensive range of topics. These include the structures, production methods, properties, and exciting applications in energy storage, thermal management, and environmental solutions of nanotubes and nanosheets.Since the ... Read more

$233.99 USD

Focusing on the research and development of the renowned two-dimensional nanomaterial, white graphene, also known as boron nitride (BN) nanosheets, this book covers a comprehensive range of topics. These include the structures, production methods, properties, and exciting applications in energy storage, thermal management, and environmental solutions of nanotubes and nanosheets.Since the
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Generalized Optomechanics And Its Applications: Quantum Optical Properties Of Generalized Optomechanical System

by Jin-jin Li, Ka-di Zhu ...

A mechanical oscillator coupled to the optical field in a cavity is a typical cavity optomechanical system. In our textbook, we prepare to introduce the quantum optical properties of optomechanical system, i.e. linear and nonlinear effects. Some quantum optical devices based on optomechanical system are also presented in the monograph, such as the Kerr modulator, quantum optical transistor, ... Read more

$35.99 USD

A mechanical oscillator coupled to the optical field in a cavity is a typical cavity optomechanical system. In our textbook, we prepare to introduce the quantum optical properties of optomechanical system, i.e. linear and nonlinear effects. Some quantum optical devices based on optomechanical system are also presented in the monograph, such as the Kerr modulator, quantum optical transistor,
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Molecular Modeling and Multiscaling Issues for Electronic Material Applications

Edited by Nancy Iwamoto, Haibo Fan, Matthew M.F. Yuen ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Molecular Modeling and Multiscaling Issues for Electronic Material Applications provides a snapshot on the progression of molecular modeling in the electronics industry and how molecular modeling is currently being used to understand material performance to solve relevant issues in this field. This book is intended to introduce the reader to the evolving role of molecular modeling, especially seen ... Read more

$89.99 USD

Molecular Modeling and Multiscaling Issues for Electronic Material Applications provides a snapshot on the progression of molecular modeling in the electronics industry and how molecular modeling is currently being used to understand material performance to solve relevant issues in this field. This book is intended to introduce the reader to the evolving role of molecular modeling, especially seen
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The Science of Solar System Ices

Edited by Murthy S. Gudipati, Julie Castillo-Rogez ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
The role of laboratory research and simulations in advancing our understanding of solar system ices (including satellites, KBOs, comets, and giant planets) is becoming increasingly important. Understanding ice surface radiation processing, particle and radiation penetration depths, surface and subsurface chemistry, morphology, phases, density, conductivity, etc., are only a few examples of the ... Read more

$188.99 USD

The role of laboratory research and simulations in advancing our understanding of solar system ices (including satellites, KBOs, comets, and giant planets) is becoming increasingly important. Understanding ice surface radiation processing, particle and radiation penetration depths, surface and subsurface chemistry, morphology, phases, density, conductivity, etc., are only a few examples of the
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2D Monoelemental Materials (Xenes) and Related Technologies

Beyond Graphene

Edited by Zongyu Huang, Xiang Qi, Jianxin Zhong ...

Series series Emerging Materials and Technologies
Monoelemental 2D materials called Xenes have a graphene-like structure, intra-layer covalent bond, and weak van der Waals forces between layers. Materials composed of different groups of elements have different structures and rich properties, making Xenes materials a potential candidate for the next generation of 2D materials. 2D Monoelemental Materials (Xenes) and Related Technologies: Beyond ... Read more

$67.99 USD

Monoelemental 2D materials called Xenes have a graphene-like structure, intra-layer covalent bond, and weak van der Waals forces between layers. Materials composed of different groups of elements have different structures and rich properties, making Xenes materials a potential candidate for the next generation of 2D materials. 2D Monoelemental Materials (Xenes) and Related Technologies: Beyond
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Ti-Sb-Te Phase Change Materials: Component Optimisation, Mechanism and Applications

by Min Zhu ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book introduces a novel Ti-Sb-Te alloy for high-speed and low-power phase-change memory applications, which demonstrates a phase-change mechanism that differs significantly from that of conventional Ge2Sb2Te5 and yields favorable overall performance. Systematic methods, combined with better material characteristics, are used to optimize the material components and device performance. ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book introduces a novel Ti-Sb-Te alloy for high-speed and low-power phase-change memory applications, which demonstrates a phase-change mechanism that differs significantly from that of conventional Ge2Sb2Te5 and yields favorable overall performance. Systematic methods, combined with better material characteristics, are used to optimize the material components and device performance.
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Observation of Superconductivity in Epitaxially Grown Atomic Layers

In Situ Electrical Transport Measurements

by Satoru Ichinokura ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis presents first observations of superconductivity in one- or two-atomic-scale thin layer materials. The thesis begins with a historical overview of superconductivity and the electronic structure of two-dimensional materials, and mentions that these key ingredients lead to the possibility of the two-dimensional superconductor with high phase-transition temperature and critical magnetic ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis presents first observations of superconductivity in one- or two-atomic-scale thin layer materials. The thesis begins with a historical overview of superconductivity and the electronic structure of two-dimensional materials, and mentions that these key ingredients lead to the possibility of the two-dimensional superconductor with high phase-transition temperature and critical magnetic
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Dopants and Defects in Semiconductors

by Matthew D. McCluskey, Eugene E. Haller ...

Praise for the First Edition"The book goes beyond the usual textbook in that it provides more specific examples of real-world defect physics … an easy reading, broad introductory overview of the field"―Materials Today"… well written, with clear, lucid explanations …"―Chemistry WorldThis revised edition provides the most complete, up-to-date coverage of the fundamental knowledge of semiconductors, ... Read more

$70.99 USD

Praise for the First Edition"The book goes beyond the usual textbook in that it provides more specific examples of real-world defect physics … an easy reading, broad introductory overview of the field"―Materials Today"… well written, with clear, lucid explanations …"―Chemistry WorldThis revised edition provides the most complete, up-to-date coverage of the fundamental knowledge of semiconductors,
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Translational Dynamics and Magnetic Resonance

Principles of Pulsed Gradient Spin Echo NMR

by Paul T. Callaghan ...

Taking the reader through the underlying principles of molecular translational dynamics, this book outlines the ways in which magnetic resonance, through the use of magnetic field gradients, can reveal those dynamics. The measurement of diffusion and flow, over different length and time scales, provides unique insight regarding fluid interactions with porous materials, as well as molecular ... Read more

$66.99 USD

Taking the reader through the underlying principles of molecular translational dynamics, this book outlines the ways in which magnetic resonance, through the use of magnetic field gradients, can reveal those dynamics. The measurement of diffusion and flow, over different length and time scales, provides unique insight regarding fluid interactions with porous materials, as well as molecular
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Introduction to Surface and Superlattice Excitations

by D.R. Tilley, Michael G. Cottam ...

Series series Graduate Student Series in Physics
Cottam and Tilley provide an introduction to the properties of wave-like excitations associated with surfaces and interfaces. The emphasis is on acoustic, optic and magnetic excitations, and apart from one section on liquid surfaces, the text concentrates on solids. The important topic of superlattices is also discussed, in which the different kinds of excitation are considered from a unified ... Read more

$96.99 USD

Cottam and Tilley provide an introduction to the properties of wave-like excitations associated with surfaces and interfaces. The emphasis is on acoustic, optic and magnetic excitations, and apart from one section on liquid surfaces, the text concentrates on solids. The important topic of superlattices is also discussed, in which the different kinds of excitation are considered from a unified
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Quantum Theory of Materials

by Efthimios Kaxiras, John D. Joannopoulos ...

This accessible new text introduces the theoretical concepts and tools essential for graduate-level courses on the physics of materials in condensed matter physics, physical chemistry, materials science and engineering, and chemical engineering. Topics covered range from fundamentals such as crystal periodicity and symmetry, and derivation of single-particle equations, to modern additions ... Read more

$68.99 USD

This accessible new text introduces the theoretical concepts and tools essential for graduate-level courses on the physics of materials in condensed matter physics, physical chemistry, materials science and engineering, and chemical engineering. Topics covered range from fundamentals such as crystal periodicity and symmetry, and derivation of single-particle equations, to modern additions
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Electronic Structure of Materials

by Rajendra Prasad ...

Most textbooks in the field are either too advanced for students or don't adequately cover current research topics. Bridging this gap, Electronic Structure of Materials helps advanced undergraduate and graduate students understand electronic structure methods and enables them to use these techniques in their work.Developed from the author's lecture ... Read more

$166.99 USD

Most textbooks in the field are either too advanced for students or don't adequately cover current research topics. Bridging this gap, Electronic Structure of Materials helps advanced undergraduate and graduate students understand electronic structure methods and enables them to use these techniques in their work.Developed from the author's lecture
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Silicon Solid State Devices And Radiation Detection

by Claude Leroy, Pier-giorgio Rancoita ...

This book addresses the fundamental principles of interaction between radiation and matter, the principles of working and the operation of particle detectors based on silicon solid state devices. It covers a broad scope in the fields of application of radiation detectors based on silicon solid state devices from low to high energy physics experiments, including in outer space and in the medical ... Read more

$48.99 USD

This book addresses the fundamental principles of interaction between radiation and matter, the principles of working and the operation of particle detectors based on silicon solid state devices. It covers a broad scope in the fields of application of radiation detectors based on silicon solid state devices from low to high energy physics experiments, including in outer space and in the medical
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Advanced Materials

Proceedings of the International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2019

Edited by Ivan A. Parinov, Shun-Hsyung Chang, Banh Tien Long ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents selected peer-reviewed contributions from the 2019 International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2019 (Hanoi, Vietnam, 7–10 November, 2019), divided into four scientific themes: processing techniques, physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials. The book describes a broad spectrum of promising nanostructures, ... Read more

$188.99 USD

This book presents selected peer-reviewed contributions from the 2019 International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2019 (Hanoi, Vietnam, 7–10 November, 2019), divided into four scientific themes: processing techniques, physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials. The book describes a broad spectrum of promising nanostructures,
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Solved Problems in Applied Mechanics of Solids

by Allan F. Bower ...

The best way to learn the physical sciences and mathematics is to dive in and start solving problems. With this in mind, Solved Problems in Applied Mechanics of Solids offers a large number of example problems that are designed to help students and practicing engineers learn to predict stresses and deformation in solids that are subjected to mechanical or thermal loading. The book will also be ... Read more

$73.99 USD

The best way to learn the physical sciences and mathematics is to dive in and start solving problems. With this in mind, Solved Problems in Applied Mechanics of Solids offers a large number of example problems that are designed to help students and practicing engineers learn to predict stresses and deformation in solids that are subjected to mechanical or thermal loading. The book will also be
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Cu-Interconnects, Glass, and AI-Assisted Simulation for Chiplets and Heterogeneous Integration

by John Lau, Kuo-Ning Chiang ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book focuses on the design, materials, process, fabrication, quality, reliability, fatigue, fracture, and artificial intelligence (AI) assisted in chiplets and heterogeneous integration. Both principles and engineering practice have been addressed, with more emphasis placed on engineering practice. This is achieved by providing in-depth study on a number of major topics such as Cu ... Read more

$197.99 USD

This book focuses on the design, materials, process, fabrication, quality, reliability, fatigue, fracture, and artificial intelligence (AI) assisted in chiplets and heterogeneous integration. Both principles and engineering practice have been addressed, with more emphasis placed on engineering practice. This is achieved by providing in-depth study on a number of major topics such as Cu
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Room Temperature Superconductivity

by Turing Editorial Team ...

This book is a Weekend Pocketbook on Everything You Should Know About Superconductivity, the century-long quest to build a material where electricity flows with zero resistance.What would change if wires stopped wasting energy as heat?Superconductivity sounds almost magical: current that never fades, magnets strong enough to levitate trains, machines that could reshape medicine, fusion, transport, ... Read more

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This book is a Weekend Pocketbook on Everything You Should Know About Superconductivity, the century-long quest to build a material where electricity flows with zero resistance.What would change if wires stopped wasting energy as heat?Superconductivity sounds almost magical: current that never fades, magnets strong enough to levitate trains, machines that could reshape medicine, fusion, transport,
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Offene Quantensysteme

Die Primas Lectures

by Anton Amann, Ulrich Müller-Herold ...

Series series Life Science and Basic Disciplines (German Language)
Das Buch entspringt zwei Vorlesungen, die Hans Primas an der ETH Zürich gehalten hat. Es vermittelt die Grundlagen der allgemeinen Spektroskopie und erarbeitet die dazu erforderlichen theoretischen Hilfsmittel: Thermostatik, statistische Mechanik, Dichteoperatoren, Dynamik offener Quantensysteme, lineare Antworttheorie. In den Anwendungen finden sich die Blochschen Gleichungen der Kernresonanz, ... Read more

$35.99 USD

Das Buch entspringt zwei Vorlesungen, die Hans Primas an der ETH Zürich gehalten hat. Es vermittelt die Grundlagen der allgemeinen Spektroskopie und erarbeitet die dazu erforderlichen theoretischen Hilfsmittel: Thermostatik, statistische Mechanik, Dichteoperatoren, Dynamik offener Quantensysteme, lineare Antworttheorie. In den Anwendungen finden sich die Blochschen Gleichungen der Kernresonanz,
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Photon Counting Detectors for X-ray Imaging

Physics and Applications

by Hiroaki Hayashi, Natsumi Kimoto, Takashi Asahara, Takumi Asakawa, Cheonghae Lee, Akitoshi Katsumata ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book first provides readers with an introduction to the underlying physics and state-of-the-art application of photon counting detectors for X-ray imaging. The authors explain that a photon-counting imaging detector can realize quantitative analysis because the detector can derive X-ray attenuation information based on the analysis of intensity changes of individual X-ray. To realize this ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book first provides readers with an introduction to the underlying physics and state-of-the-art application of photon counting detectors for X-ray imaging. The authors explain that a photon-counting imaging detector can realize quantitative analysis because the detector can derive X-ray attenuation information based on the analysis of intensity changes of individual X-ray. To realize this
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Advances in Materials Processing and Manufacturing Applications

Proceedings of iCADMA 2020

Edited by Amar Patnaik, Ernst Kozeschnik, Vikas Kukshal ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents selected papers from the International Conference on Advances in Materials Processing and Manufacturing Applications (iCADMA 2020), held on November 5–6, 2020, at Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, India. iCADMA 2020 proceedings is divided into four topical tracks – Advanced Materials, Materials Manufacturing and Processing, Engineering Optimization and ... Read more

$188.99 USD

This book presents selected papers from the International Conference on Advances in Materials Processing and Manufacturing Applications (iCADMA 2020), held on November 5–6, 2020, at Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, India. iCADMA 2020 proceedings is divided into four topical tracks – Advanced Materials, Materials Manufacturing and Processing, Engineering Optimization and
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