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This book gathers the proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Civil Engineering and Buildings Services (CIBv), held in Brașov, Romania on November 2-3, 2023. It covers highly diverse topics such as structural analysis and optimization, concrete, steel and timber structures, computer aided design of structures, railways, roads and bridges, geotechnics and foundations, experimental methods in the investigation of structures, new and improved building materials, risk assessment of natural hazards, advanced energy design for HVAC installations, energy performance of buildings, and...

This contributed volume offers and interdisciplinary view on several topics related to related to the Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3). These targets mainly involve reducing maternal mortality, ending preventable deaths under five years of age, fighting communicable diseases, e.g., tuberculosis, HIV, malaria, hepatitis B, and neglected tropical diseases, reducing mortality from non-communicable diseases, e.g., cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and suicide, and promoting mental health, prevention and treatment of substance abuse, reducing road...

This book presents select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Civil Infrastructure and Construction Materials (CICM) and provides a compendium of cutting-edge research and innovative solutions in civil engineering from around the world. This book covers a diverse range of topics from seismic resilience and smart infrastructure technologies to novel construction materials and sustainable design practices. The papers discuss the application of shape memory alloys and innovative bracing systems designed for enhanced seismic resilience; delve into advancements in...

This book covers the latest advancements and applications of nonlinear dynamics in various fields of science and engineering, presenting a curated selection of peer-reviewed contributions at the 2nd International Conference on Nonlinear Dynamics and Applications (ICNDA 2024) at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology (SMIT). Organized by the Department of Mathematics, SMIT, SMU, this international conference provides a platform for scientists, researchers, and inventors to share their findings and exchange ideas in the ever-evolving field of nonlinear dynamics.

This book comprises...

This book covers the latest advancements and applications of nonlinear dynamics in various fields of science and engineering, presenting a curated selection of peer-reviewed contributions at the 2nd International Conference on Nonlinear Dynamics and Applications (ICNDA 2024) at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology (SMIT). Organized by the Department of Mathematics, SMIT, SMU, this international conference provides a platform for scientists, researchers, and inventors to share their findings and exchange ideas in the ever-evolving field of nonlinear dynamics.

This book comprises...

Nonlinear Structures & Systems, Volume 1: Proceedings of the 42nd IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2024, the first volume of ten from the Conference brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering.  The collection presents early findings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of Nonlinear Dynamics, including papers on:

• Experimental Nonlinear Dynamics


• Jointed Structures: Identification, Mechanics, Dynamics


• Nonlinear Damping


• Nonlinear Modeling and...

Green Synthesis provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable chemical innovations that are reshaping science and industry. Covering ten chapters written by experts, the book explores eco-friendly synthesis of organic compounds, polymers, bioplastics, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, pigments, photocatalysts, and carbon-based nanomaterials. Each contribution balances fundamental concepts with practical insights, including renewable feedstocks, catalysis, and applications in the circular economy. By integrating theory, case studies, and emerging methodologies, the volume...

This book comprises the proceedings of the conference "Circularity Days 2024", which took place from May 15th-16th in Wolfsburg.

The conference focused on key topics such as Design for Remanufacturing, Circular Production, and Sustainable Materials and Applications. The emphasis was placed on products that are easily disassembled, repaired, and remanufactured, utilizing innovative manufacturing methods to minimize resource consumption, energy usage, and emissions, and highlighting eco-friendly materials and their role in achieving circularity. Especially circular production methods,...

This book provides state-of-the-art information on ambient assisted living (AAL) and focuses on technologies, services, living spaces, policies, and interventions to promote health, improve quality of life, and active aging. It includes various research contributions, case studies, and projects where assistive technologies are successfully applied in the field, and it covers a wide range of topics: tailoring products and services to the aging society, bio-data and artificial sensing AAL scenarios, cognition, and technologies, and designing for inclusion and well-being. The book gathers the...