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This book presents the select proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Sustainable Technologies (ICAST 2020), organized by Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India. It gives an overview of recent developments in the field of fluid dynamics and thermal engineering. Some of the topics covered in this book include HVAC systems, alternative fuels, renewable energy, nano fluids, industrial advancements in energy systems, energy storage, multiphase transport and phase change, conventional and non-conventional energy theoretical and experimental fluid dynamics, numerical methods in heat transfer and fluid mechanics, different modes of heat transfer, fluid machinery, turbo machinery, and fluid power. The book will be useful for researchers and professionals working in the field of fluid dynamics and thermal engineering.

This book presents a very useful and valuable collection of chapters associated with recent developments in energy, environment, and nanotechnology including nanofluids dynamics. The book provides insights related to various forms of nanotechnological applications in green buildings, environmental and electrochemical systems, solar distillation systems, green energy, storage tank of the solar water heating systems, solar concentrator system's receiver, solar adsorption refrigeration system, and CFD simulations of various aspects of nanofluids/hybrid nanofluids, which are particularly useful, valuable for the betterment of society, culture, and ultimately mankind.

This book presents a very useful and valuable collection of chapters associated with recent developments in energy, environment, and nanotechnology including nanofluids dynamics. The book provides insights related to various forms of nanotechnological applications in green buildings, environmental and electrochemical systems, solar distillation systems, green energy, storage tank of the solar water heating systems, solar concentrator system''s receiver, solar adsorption refrigeration system, and CFD simulations of various aspects of nanofluids/hybrid nanofluids, which are particularly useful, valuable for the betterment of society, culture, and ultimately mankind.

This book presents a very useful and valuable collection of chapters associated with recent developments in energy, environment, and nanotechnology including nanofluids dynamics. The book provides insights related to various forms of nanotechnological applications in green buildings, environmental and electrochemical systems, solar distillation systems, green energy, storage tank of the solar water heating systems, solar concentrator system's receiver, solar adsorption refrigeration system, and CFD simulations of various aspects of nanofluids/hybrid nanofluids, which are particularly useful, valuable for the betterment of society, culture, and ultimately mankind.

This book is a clinically focused guide for the evaluation and management of pancreatic cystic lesions, integrating advances in endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), cross-sectional imaging, cytology, and cyst fluid analysis to improve diagnostic accuracy. It discusses the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with these lesions and supports effective clinical decision-making.The chapters provide detailed insights into pancreatic cystic lesions, with clear discussions on cytology, fluid tumor markers, and molecular profiling to enhance diagnostic precision. The book also addresses evidence-based surgical and non-surgical management strategies, enabling confident, real-world decision-making. It is supplemented with high-quality images from contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), EUS, as well as cytological and histopathological findings, to aid clinical interpretation.This book is relevant for practitioners in gastroenterology, pancreatic surgery, radiology, and pathology, as well as researchers seeking a clinically relevant understanding of pancreatic cystic lesions.

This book is a clinically focused guide for the evaluation and management of pancreatic cystic lesions, integrating advances in endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), cross-sectional imaging, cytology, and cyst fluid analysis to improve diagnostic accuracy. It discusses the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with these lesions and supports effective clinical decision-making.The chapters provide detailed insights into pancreatic cystic lesions, with clear discussions on cytology, fluid tumor markers, and molecular profiling to enhance diagnostic precision. The book also addresses evidence-based surgical and non-surgical management strategies, enabling confident, real-world decision-making. It is supplemented with high-quality images from contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), EUS, as well as cytological and histopathological findings, to aid clinical interpretation.This book is relevant for practitioners in gastroenterology, pancreatic surgery, radiology, and pathology, as well as researchers seeking a clinically relevant understanding of pancreatic cystic lesions.

This book will explore the integration of sustainability and innovation across various domains of Civil Engineering. It will begin with an introduction to the principles of sustainability within the field, tracing the historical evolution of sustainable practices and examining current trends that emphasize the need for environmentally responsible engineering. The focus will then shift to green building technologies, highlighting the development of sustainable building materials, the implementation of energy-efficient designs, and practical applications through case studies that will illustrate successful green construction projects. The discussion will continue with advanced materials in civil engineering, addressing the creation of innovative construction materials that will offer enhanced performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact. The book will further delve into structural and geotechnical innovations, emphasizing sustainable structural design and the development of resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding seismic and wind forces. It will explore soil stabilization techniques and other geotechnical innovations that will contribute to the sustainability of civil engineering projects, supported by real-world case studies. Environmental and water resources engineering practices will then be examined, focusing on pollution control, waste management, and climate change adaptation strategies. The section on water resources engineering will cover sustainable water management practices, including groundwater monitoring and water quality management, which will be essential for preserving vital water resources. Urban and transportation engineering will also be key areas of focus, with discussions on smart cities and urban planning that will integrate digital technologies to create sustainable urban environments. The exploration of transportation engineering innovations will highlight smart transportation systems, sustainable pavement design, and advanced traffic management techniques. The inclusion of renewable energy systems in civil engineering will be discussed next, showcasing the integration of renewable energy into infrastructure and building systems, supported by case studies on successful applications. Infrastructure resilience and adaptation will be addressed through resilient infrastructure design and disaster risk reduction strategies, ensuring that civil engineering projects will withstand and recover from adverse events. The book will also cover advanced technologies and digital innovations, such as remote sensing, GIS applications, and Building Information Modeling (BIM), which will transform the way civil engineering projects are designed, managed, and monitored. The role of machine learning and numerical modeling in optimizing civil engineering practices will also be explored. The final section of the book will present case studies in sustainable civil engineering, highlighting global success stories and lessons learned. It will conclude with a forward-looking perspective on the future of civil engineering, discussing emerging trends, innovations, and the policy and regulatory frameworks needed to support sustainable practices. Strategic recommendations for practitioners and policymakers will be provided to guide the continued advancement of sustainable civil engineering, ensuring that the industry will meet the challenges of the future while promoting environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

This book will explore the integration of sustainability and innovation across various domains of Civil Engineering. It will begin with an introduction to the principles of sustainability within the field, tracing the historical evolution of sustainable practices and examining current trends that emphasize the need for environmentally responsible engineering. The focus will then shift to green building technologies, highlighting the development of sustainable building materials, the implementation of energy-efficient designs, and practical applications through case studies that will illustrate successful green construction projects. The discussion will continue with advanced materials in civil engineering, addressing the creation of innovative construction materials that will offer enhanced performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact. The book will further delve into structural and geotechnical innovations, emphasizing sustainable structural design and the development of resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding seismic and wind forces. It will explore soil stabilization techniques and other geotechnical innovations that will contribute to the sustainability of civil engineering projects, supported by real-world case studies. Environmental and water resources engineering practices will then be examined, focusing on pollution control, waste management, and climate change adaptation strategies. The section on water resources engineering will cover sustainable water management practices, including groundwater monitoring and water quality management, which will be essential for preserving vital water resources. Urban and transportation engineering will also be key areas of focus, with discussions on smart cities and urban planning that will integrate digital technologies to create sustainable urban environments. The exploration of transportation engineering innovations will highlight smart transportation systems, sustainable pavement design, and advanced traffic management techniques. The inclusion of renewable energy systems in civil engineering will be discussed next, showcasing the integration of renewable energy into infrastructure and building systems, supported by case studies on successful applications. Infrastructure resilience and adaptation will be addressed through resilient infrastructure design and disaster risk reduction strategies, ensuring that civil engineering projects will withstand and recover from adverse events. The book will also cover advanced technologies and digital innovations, such as remote sensing, GIS applications, and Building Information Modeling (BIM), which will transform the way civil engineering projects are designed, managed, and monitored. The role of machine learning and numerical modeling in optimizing civil engineering practices will also be explored. The final section of the book will present case studies in sustainable civil engineering, highlighting global success stories and lessons learned. It will conclude with a forward-looking perspective on the future of civil engineering, discussing emerging trends, innovations, and the policy and regulatory frameworks needed to support sustainable practices. Strategic recommendations for practitioners and policymakers will be provided to guide the continued advancement of sustainable civil engineering, ensuring that the industry will meet the challenges of the future while promoting environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

This book will explore the integration of sustainability and innovation across various domains of Civil Engineering. It will begin with an introduction to the principles of sustainability within the field, tracing the historical evolution of sustainable practices and examining current trends that emphasize the need for environmentally responsible engineering. The focus will then shift to green building technologies, highlighting the development of sustainable building materials, the implementation of energy-efficient designs, and practical applications through case studies that will illustrate successful green construction projects. The discussion will continue with advanced materials in civil engineering, addressing the creation of innovative construction materials that will offer enhanced performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact. The book will further delve into structural and geotechnical innovations, emphasizing sustainable structural design and the development of resilient infrastructure capable of withstanding seismic and wind forces. It will explore soil stabilization techniques and other geotechnical innovations that will contribute to the sustainability of civil engineering projects, supported by real-world case studies. Environmental and water resources engineering practices will then be examined, focusing on pollution control, waste management, and climate change adaptation strategies. The section on water resources engineering will cover sustainable water management practices, including groundwater monitoring and water quality management, which will be essential for preserving vital water resources. Urban and transportation engineering will also be key areas of focus, with discussions on smart cities and urban planning that will integrate digital technologies to create sustainable urban environments. The exploration of transportation engineering innovations will highlight smart transportation systems, sustainable pavement design, and advanced traffic management techniques. The inclusion of renewable energy systems in civil engineering will be discussed next, showcasing the integration of renewable energy into infrastructure and building systems, supported by case studies on successful applications. Infrastructure resilience and adaptation will be addressed through resilient infrastructure design and disaster risk reduction strategies, ensuring that civil engineering projects will withstand and recover from adverse events. The book will also cover advanced technologies and digital innovations, such as remote sensing, GIS applications, and Building Information Modeling (BIM), which will transform the way civil engineering projects are designed, managed, and monitored. The role of machine learning and numerical modeling in optimizing civil engineering practices will also be explored. The final section of the book will present case studies in sustainable civil engineering, highlighting global success stories and lessons learned. It will conclude with a forward-looking perspective on the future of civil engineering, discussing emerging trends, innovations, and the policy and regulatory frameworks needed to support sustainable practices. Strategic recommendations for practitioners and policymakers will be provided to guide the continued advancement of sustainable civil engineering, ensuring that the industry will meet the challenges of the future while promoting environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

This book presents a very useful and easily comprehensible/valuable collection of experimental and mathematical studies on nanofluids, nanocomposites, and addresses current and future applications. This book serves as a ready reference for researchers working in the areas of dynamics of nanofluids. This book points toward technical expansions linked with energy, nanotechnology applications, energy storage, solar photovoltaic, and other related areas. This book provides insights related to various forms of applications in renewable energy systems and other industrial applications.

This book presents a very useful and easily comprehensible/valuable collection of experimental and mathematical studies on nanofluids, nanocomposites, and addresses current and future applications. This book serves as a ready reference for researchers working in the areas of dynamics of nanofluids. This book points toward technical expansions linked with energy, nanotechnology applications, energy storage, solar photovoltaic, and other related areas. This book provides insights related to various forms of applications in renewable energy systems and other industrial applications.

This book discusses recent work on the use of nanoparticles in energy and environment-related work. This book presents experimental, numerical, analytical, and theoretical work on the use of nanomaterials in energy and environment. This book helps to highlight cutting-edge research and is a ready reference for the researchers working in this arena of academia and industries. This book provides insights related to various forms of nanotechnological applications in green buildings, environmental and electrochemical, solar distillation systems, green energy, storage tank of the SWH system, solar concentrator system's receiver, and CFD simulations of various aspects of nanofluids/hybrid nanofluids, which are particularly useful, valuable for the betterment of society.

This book discusses recent work on the use of nanoparticles in energy and environment-related work. This book presents experimental, numerical, analytical, and theoretical work on the use of nanomaterials in energy and environment. This book helps to highlight cutting-edge research and is a ready reference for the researchers working in this arena of academia and industries. This book provides insights related to various forms of nanotechnological applications in green buildings, environmental and electrochemical, solar distillation systems, green energy, storage tank of the SWH system, solar concentrator system''s receiver, and CFD simulations of various aspects of nanofluids/hybrid nanofluids, which are particularly useful, valuable for the betterment of society.