Zhirong Wang – författare

This first-of-its-kind, two-volume primer is addressed to meet the needs of the rapidly growing number of Chinese language students who were raised in the United States in Chinese-speaking homes and can speak the language but who cannot read or write it. The book's lessons and exercises build upon the cultural knowledge of these "advanced beginners" in order to facilitate full language acquisition. As a culture-based primer, this text takes an unusual and innovative approach, with lessons organized around readings on Chinese history, culture, geography, literature, folktales and mythology, customs, and cuisine. The focus, therefore, is not on sentence grammar, but rather on reading strategies and on "discourse grammar," a new, more authentic approach to the study of languages.

Methods and Tools for Resilience and Dynamic Risk Assessment of Chemical Processes introduces systematic approaches in risk assessment in chemical process safety along with relevant tools, models, and the latest methodologies for assessing safety and resilience in chemical processes, systems engineering, risk and resilience engineering, and simulation and modeling. Chapters outline the theoretical framework of chemical process safety, emphasizing the integration of safety into chemical engineering through key ideas like inherent safety and corporate culture and highlight the significance of Process Hazard Identification (PHI) methods, including traditional techniques and advancements such as AI, for effectively identifying and mitigating hazards.Further chapters investigate advanced hazard assessment methodologies like Systems Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA) and Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS), alongside dynamic risk assessment techniques. The text also discusses the evolution of "resilience" in process safety, resilience assessment methods, and simulation tools for enhancing safety. It includes real-world case studies coupled with insights on future trends in technology to help researchers and students alike to conduct their own future research into risk and resilience assessment in chemical process safety fields.Details state-of-the-art safety and resilience assessment methodologiesIntegrates control and systems engineering processes with simulation and modeling techniquesFocuses on dynamic risk assessment and resilience-building strategies, reflecting the latest trends for simultaneous safety, sustainability, and process optimization and intensificationProvides full details of tools, methods, and case studies for real-world applications of risk analysis in chemical processesDiscusses future implications and trends in chemical process safety and security, focusing on AI and IOT driven techniques

Lithium-ion Battery Safety provides an in-depth exploration of the safety challenges associated with lithium-ion batteries, focusing on thermal runaway-a critical and potentially catastrophic failure mode. The book systematically analyzes the mechanisms, characteristics, and influencing factors of thermal runaway under various abusive conditions, such as mechanical, electrical, and thermal stresses. It examines the propagation of thermal runaway, its derivative disasters, and effective countermeasures, offering valuable insights into prevention, mitigation, and safety management to safeguard lives and property while supporting sustainable development. This book is ideal for researchers, engineers, industry professionals, policymakers, and students involved in battery technology, energy storage, and safety management.It aims to enhance understanding, promote industry-standard safety practices, support technological innovation, and contribute to the sustainable growth of the new energy ecosystem. Whether you are involved in battery design, safety regulation, or industry application, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge needed to prevent accidents and advance safer energy storage solutions.Enhances a comprehensive understanding of the safety of lithium-ion batteriesBenefits industry standardization and technological innovation-driven developmentSupports social public services and policiesEnhances the sustainable development of the new energy industry ecosystem

The rapid expansion of lithium-based energy storage has transformed nearly every aspect of modern life, from electric vehicles and renewable energy systems to portable electronics and industrial power solutions. As battery technologies scale in both energy density and deployment volume, the consequences of thermal runaway and fire incidents have become increasingly visible and urgent. Despite advances in electrochemistry and battery engineering, the industry still lacks a comprehensive, up-to-date reference that systematically explains how flame-retardant materials, structural barriers, and thermal-management strategies can be integrated to prevent or contain catastrophic failure under realistic abuse conditions. This book fills that critical gap and provides a unified, cross-disciplinary understanding of the mechanisms, materials, and engineering principles that govern thermal runaway initiation, propagation, suppression, and isolation in lithium battery systems.• Bridges fundamental materials science with practical battery safety engineering by synthesizing advances in flame-retardant chemistry, high-performance insulative materials, intumescent and ceramic barrier technologies, and system-level structural design.• Offers a clear and coherent framework for designing safer, more resilient energy storage systems.• Spans from the molecular level to the component, module, and pack levels, where these innovations must be translated into manufacturable, cost-effective, and regulation-compliant solutions.• Explores experimental characterization techniques, modeling tools, and engineering case studies that allow readers to evaluate the performance and limitations of different safety strategies under realistic electrical, mechanical, and thermal abuse scenarios.This volume is intended for researchers exploring next-generation safety materials; engineers responsible for battery system design, validation, and certification; and policymakers or safety analysts seeking a deeper understanding of the technologies shaping future standards.