Books published by CRC Press

The book focuses on how information technology may assist in achieving goals and provide solutions to problems like the pandemic. It explores and describes the current state-of-the-art research conducted during the pandemic. Topics covered include the IT Viewpoint and the rules governing digital transformation throughout the epidemic.

This book introduces transdermal drug delivery and developments in transdermal drug delivery techniques including system level design approach of a novel miniaturized medical device to offer precise and painless drug delivery via a skin-based transdermal route. It discusses the MEMS- based fabrication technique and related aspects.

The emergence of the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) is transforming the management of diseases, improving diseases diagnosis and treatment methods, and reducing healthcare costs and errors. This book covers all the essential aspects of IoMT in one place, providing readers with a comprehensive grasp of IoMT and related technologies.Data Modelling and Analytics for the Internet of Medical Things integrates the architectural, conceptual, and technological aspects of IoMT, discussing in detail the IoMT, connected smart medical devices, and their applications to improve health outcomes. It explores various methodologies and solutions for medical data analytics in healthcare systems using machine learning and deep learning approaches, as well as exploring how technologies such as blockchain and cloud computing can further enhance data analytics in the e-health domain. Prevalent IoMT case studies and applications are also discussed.This book is suitable for scientists, design engineers, system integrators, and researchers in the field of IoMT. It will also be of interest to postgraduate students in computer science focusing on healthcare applications and a supplementary reading for IoMT courses.

The book addresses the fundamental physics behind the operation of various FETs, as well as challenges and solutions with the FETs for the device to circuit level design and simulation. This book will provide an overview of new semiconductor devices and their applicability in electronic circuit design.

Carbon-Based Nanocarriers for Drug Delivery enlists the latitudes and advancements in the synthesis processes, functionalization, and applications of carbon-based nanomaterials (CBNs) in targeted drug delivery systems (DDSs). It covers the applicability and suitability of CBNs as nanocarriers for efficient drug delivery application via elucidating the recent advancements in CBNs, their functionalized and innovative derivatives, and the relevant case studies. The book explores the necessity, efficacy, toxicological aspects, and challenges for the application of CBN in targeted DDSs. Some of the features of this book are provided as follows: Provides elaborative description on significance and adaptability of carbon-based nanomaterial in targeted drug delivery for wide ranges of therapeutics Delivers a full-spectrum discussion on drug delivery through carbon-based nanocarriers Explores each carbon-based nanocarrier fundamentally for its drug and gene-delivery-related applications Describes critical discussion on various toxicological effects over the utilization of these nanocarriers Embraces existing as well as novel technologies/methodologies related to the synthesis and functionalization of CBNs, including graphene, graphene oxide, carbon quantum dots, carbon nanotube, fullerene, and smart carbon-based nanocarriers This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in materials and pharmaceutical engineering, including drug delivery systems.

This book explores the common approaches to upgrade heavy and extra-heavy crude oils by means of catalytic hydrotreating, emphasizing hydrogen addition technology as well as carbon rejection alternatives. Kinetic and reactor models are combined with experimental data to simulate and optimize commercial-scale reactor performance. Key Features- Focuses on fixed-bed catalytic hydrotreating and catalysts and process scheme characteristics for commercial application.- Guides readers on hydrotreating process technology development from batch reactor experiments to semi-commercial test.- Describes step-by-step methodologies for development of kinetic models based on experimental data generated at different reaction scales.- Provides detailed explanation on how to formulate a reactor model for the simulation of catalytic hydrotreating of heavy oils. A comprehensive guide to the upgrading of crude oils, this book has particular appeal for petroleum refining industry professionals, catalyst developers, workshop instructors, professors, and their graduate and postgraduate students.

This new edition emphasizes new techniques and strategies to TPM through the use of innovation and management after the pandemic to show effective communication and implementation of TPM techniques.

The book titled "Applications of Computational Intelligence Techniques in Communications" is a one-stop platform for the researchers, academicians, and people from industry to get a thorough understanding of the latest research in the field of communication engineering. Over the past decade, a manyfold increase in the use of computational intelligence techniques has been identified for obtaining the most optimal and timely solution to a problem. The various aspects covering the significant contribution of numerous computational intelligence techniques have been discussed in detail in this book.Today's era of machine learning and Internet of Things (IoT) is demanding as high as possible data rate which has resulted into tremendous increased speed of communication. To match-up the pace, the computational intelligence is posing to be the most efficient and favourite tool. The book aims to cover the current technological advancements in the field of communication engineering and give a detailed prospect of computational intelligence to its readers.This book will be a great support to the people working in the field of IoT, machine learning, healthcare, optimization, filter design, 5G and beyond, signal processing etc. The chapters included here will expose its audience to various newly introduced and advanced computational intelligence techniques applicable in communication domain. The readers will be exposed multiple interdisciplinary areas of research in communication and will get the motivation to work in collaboration with other professionals from both the academia and industry.

This book is focused on combining the concepts of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and renewable energy technologies. Besides introducing the fundamentals, the core of this book contains a series of practical examples providing useful information about the methods and smart solutions for CFD modeling of selected Renewable Energy Sources (RES) - based technologies. Each chapter includes a theoretical introduction to the discussed topic, descriptions of factors determining efficiency and other important parameters, followed by practical information concerning the CFD modeling methodology. A summary of the relevant recommendations and exemplary results with comments is also included.Features: provides practical examples on the application of numerical methods in the analysis of renewable energy processes includes an introduction to CFD for practitioners explores selected aspects of the methodology used in CFD simulations of renewable energy technologies discusses tips and hints for efficient use of CFD codes functionalities contains additional exercise devoted to the geothermal systems This book is aimed at professionals and graduate students in energy engineering, renewable energy, CFD, energy systems, fluid mechanics and applied mathematics.

Take the first step in raising your coding skills to the next level, and test your Java knowledge on tricky programming tasks, with the help of the pirate Captain CiaoCiao. This is the first of two volumes which provide you with everything you need to excel in your Java journey, including tricks that you should know in detail as a professional, as well as intensive training for clean code and thoughtful design that carries even complex software.Features: - 189 tasks with commented solutions on different levels- For all paradigms: object-oriented, imperative and functional- Clean code, reading foreign code, object-oriented modelingWith numerous best practices, and extensively commented solutions to the tasks, these books provide the perfect workout for professional software development with Java.

The book focuses on the recent developments in the areas of error reduction, resource optimization, and revenue growth in sustainable manufacturing using machine learning. It presents the integration of smart technologies such as machine learning in the field of Industry 4.0 for better quality products and efficient manufacturing methods. Focusses on machine learning applications in Industry 4.0 ecosystem, such as resource optimization, data analysis, and predictions. Highlights the importance of the explainable machine learning model in the manufacturing processes. Presents the integration of machine learning and big data analytics from an industry 4.0 perspective. Discusses advanced computational techniques for sustainable manufacturing. Examines environmental impacts of operations and supply chain from an industry 4.0 perspective. This book provides scientific and technological insight into sustainable manufacturing by covering a wide range of machine learning applications fault detection, cyber-attack prediction, and inventory management. It further discusses resource optimization using machine learning in industry 4.0, and explainable machine learning models for industry 4.0. It will serve as an ideal reference text for senior undergraduate, graduate students, and academic researchers in the fields including mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, production engineering, aerospace engineering, and computer engineering.

Intelligent Techniques for Cyber-Physical Systems covers challenges, opportunities, and open research directions for cyber-physical systems (CPS). It focuses on the design and development of machine learning and metaheuristics-enabled methods as well as blockchain for various challenges like security, resource management, computation offloading, trust management, and others in edge, fog, and cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT), Internet of Everything (IoE), and smart cities. It also includes the design and analysis of deep learning-based models, sensing technologies, metaheuristics, and blockchain for complex real-life systems for CPS. Offers perspectives on the research directions in CPS; Provides state-of-the-art reviews on intelligent techniques, machine learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning-based models for cloud-enabled IoT environment; Discusses intelligent techniques for complex real-life problems in different CPS scenarios; Reviews advancements in blockchain technology and smart cities; Explores machine learning-based intelligent models for combinatorial optimization problems. The book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in computer science, engineering, and electrical and electronics engineering.

Introductory Elements of Analysis and Design in Chemical Engineering introduces readers to how chemical engineers think. It explains the application of analytical methods to phenomena important in chemical engineering and teaches analytical skills in the context of engineering design. A principal goal is to help readers reinforce their understanding of mathematics (especially calculus) and science as they are introduced to engineering thinking. Emphasizes basic principles, methods, and problem solving at an elementary level. Presents concepts in calculus, chemistry, and physics and methods of analysis on the basis of experiment and observation. Connects experimental results to mathematical representations. Provides numerous illustrative examples and builds on them to introduce processing and process flow diagrams and to place chemical engineering in an historical context. Includes problems at the end of each chapter. Aimed at readers beginning their studies in chemical engineering, this textbook offers an approachable introduction to the principles of analysis and design in chemical engineering to help readers learn to think quantitatively and with a foundation of chemical engineering concepts.

The book acts as a guide, taking the reader into the smart system domain and providing theoretical and practical knowledge along with case studies in smart healthcare. The book uses a blend of interdisciplinary approaches such as IoT, blockchain, augmented reality, and virtual reality for the implementation of cost-effective, real-time, and user-friendly solutions for healthcare problems. Immersive Virtual and Augmented Reality in Healthcare: An IoT and Blockchain Perspective presents the trends, best practices, techniques, developments, sensors, materials, and case studies that are using augmented and virtual reality environments with the state-of-the-art latest technologies like IoT, blockchain, and machine learning in the implementation of healthcare systems. The book focuses on the design and implementation of smart healthcare systems with major challenges to further explore more robust and efficient healthcare solutions in terms of low cost, faster algorithms, more sensitive IoT sensors, faster data communication, and real-time solutions for treatment. It discusses the use of virtual and augmented reality and how it can provide user-friendly and interactive communication within healthcare systems. Illustrated through case studies, the book conveys how different hospitals and healthcare equipment providers can adopt good practices found in the book to improve the performance/productivity of their staff and system. The content is rounded out by providing how IoT, blockchain, and artificial intelligence can provide the framework for designing and/or upgrading traditional healthcare systems by increasing security and data privacy. A valuable resource for engineers working with systems, the healthcare professionals involved in the design and development of healthcare devices and systems, researcher scholars, multidisciplinary scientists, students, and academics who are wishing to explore the use of virtual and augmented reality in new and existing healthcare systems.

Making it HUGE in Video Games recounts the astonishing journey of an unassuming, middle-of-the-bell-curve young man, rising from mundane beginnings to scale the dizzying heights of artistic distinction and financial success in the worldwide video game industry.This is the story of Chance Thomas, a moderately talented musician who struggled and grew to compose original scores for some of the most well-known entertainment properties in the world. Detailed personal accounts and instructive side bars carry readers across the jagged peaks and valleys of an absolutely achievable career in video games. World-famous IP's get personal treatment here - The Lord of the Rings, Marvel, Avatar, Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer, DOTA 2, King Kong, The Settlers, and many more.Readers will discover unvarnished true stories about starting out, pitching and pursuing gigs, negotiating contracts, composing and producing scores, multinational corporations and personalities, funny anecdotes, daunting challenges, glorious successes, and instructive failures. Autobiographical details throughout provide intimate perspective, vibrant color, and inspiration. The book is written in a comfortable, conversational style.Think of this as a career guidebook wrapped around a personal retrospective; a professional how-to manual woven into a memoir.

Clifford algebra for dual quaternions has emerged recently as an alternative to standard matrix algebra as a computational framework for computer graphics. This book presents dual quaternions and their associated Clifford algebras in a new light, accessible to and geared toward the computer graphics community.Collecting all the associated formulas and theorems in one place, this book provides an extensive and rigorous treatment of dual quaternions, as well as showing how two models of Clifford algebra emerge naturally from the theory of dual quaternions. Each section comes complete with a set of exercises to help readers sharpen and practice their understanding.This book is accessible to anyone with a basic knowledge of quaternion algebra and is of particular use to forward-thinking members of the computer graphics community.

The book highlights mechanical, thermal, electrical, and magnetic properties, and characterization of additive manufactured products in a single volume. It will serve as an ideal reference text for graduate students and academic researchers in diverse engineering fields including industrial, manufacturing, and materials science.This text Explains mechanical properties like hardness, tensile strength, impact strength, and flexural strength of additive manufactured components Discusses characterization of components fabricated by different additive manufacturing processes including fusion deposition modeling, and selective laser sintering Highlights corrosion behavior of additive manufactured polymers, metals, and composites Covers thermal, electrical, and magnetic properties of additively manufactured materials Illustrates intrinsic features and their Influence on mechanical properties of additive manufactured products This text discusses properties, wear behavior and characterization of components produced by additive manufacturing technology. These products find applications in diverse fields including design, manufacturing and tooling, aerospace, automotive industry, and biomedical industry. It will further help the readers in understanding the parameters that influence the mechanical behavior and characterization of components manufactured by additive manufacturing processes. It will serve as an ideal reference text for graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, automotive engineering, aerospace engineering, and materials science.

This book covers polymer 3D printing through basics of technique and its implementation. It begins with the discussion on fundamentals of new-age printing, know-how of technology, methodology of printing, and product design perspectives. It includes aspects of CAD along with uses of Slicer software, image analysis software and MATLAB(R) programming in 3D printing of polymers. It covers choice of polymers for printing subject to their structure-property relationship, troubleshooting during printing, and possible uses of waste plastics and other waste materials.　　 Key Features　 Explores polymeric material printing and design. Provides information on the potential for the transformation and manufacturing, reuse and recycling of polymeric material. Includes comparison of 3D printing and injection moulding. Discusses CAD design and pertinent scaling-up process related to polymers. Offers basic strategies for improvement and troubleshooting of 3D printing. This book is aimed at professionals and graduate students in polymer and mechanical engineering and materials science and engineering.

It is assumed that the impact of natural and man-made hazards on society in terms of damage cannot be avoided. To reduce potential disaster levels and to assess which policies have had a positive outcome, a careful comparison should take place on the procedures implemented in the management of crises. The experiences with the earthquakes in the Pianura Padana area and central regions of Italy in the last ten years have been incorporated in the 'After the Damages' advanced training project. This project aims to showcase recent innovations and advancements in post-disaster management, so as to take a more proactive role in post-disaster management, and to respond more effectively when disasters occur. This volume provides insights into the dynamics and negative effects of natural and man-made hazards (i.e., earthquakes, fires, floods, droughts, volcanic eruptions, etc.), including more updated approaches to deal with post-disaster phases. The book also offers tools to deal with possible international crisis scenarios and mitigate the social impact of vulnerabilities through risk reduction. Built Heritage in post-Disaster Scenarios aims at public administration managers, government agency representatives, international organizations, researchers, and professionals in architecture, engineering, and earth science. Marcello Balzani, Architect, PhD in "Representation and Survey", Full Professor of Representation at the Department of Architecture, University of Ferrara. President of Clust-ER Building and Construction. He is author of more than 200 publications on the themes of Drawing and Architectural and Urban Surveying, Project Representation, Management and Visualisation. Federica Maietti, Architect, PhD, Associate Professor in the Scientific Sector ICAR/17 at the Department of Architecture, University of Ferrara. Member of the DIAPReM Centre, since 2005 she carries out research activities in the fields of heritage documentation, survey and diagnostic investigations, in different national and international contexts, including Pompeii, Malta, Brazil, India, and Mexico. Scientific Manager of the International Academy "After the Damages", she is involved in several research activities and she is the author of more than two hundred publications in the field of Heritage Documentation, Survey and Representation. Manlio Montuori, Architect, PhD, former assistant professor non-tenured at the University of Ferrara, Department of Architecture, where he is a member of the Labo.R.A. The main field of his research is the conservation of architectural heritage and landscape, with special emphasis on preservation procedures for traditional and industrial built heritage. His research interests also address assessment and management in the context of damage and disaster risk reduction. Scientific Manager of the International Academy "After the Damages", he is involved in several research projects implementing ICT technologies in the conservation and structural health assessment of built and cultural heritage. Fabiana Raco, Architect, PhD RTDa Researcher of Drawing at the Department of Architecture, University of Ferrara. Technical coordinator of TekneHub Laboratory. Author of more than 50 publications on the topics of Drawing, Architectural and Urban Surveying, Representation, Diagnostics, Visualization and Project Management of interventions on built heritage.

This book covers environmental and economic waste treatment with resource recovery strategies covering mining, urban, agricultural, industrial, and sewage wastes. It further includes waste management, life-cycle assessment, recycling, and recovering valuable materials from blast furnace slags, iron ore, coal, and bauxite mining. Wastewater recycling, reuse, treatment methods, and economic gain through nanotechnology are covered, along with biochemical study cycles in mining waste and tailing, landfill stabilization, energy, and nutrient recovery from household, urban, and hazardous waste.Features: Includes details on the generation and composition of hazardous wastes. Focuses on practices in waste management followed in developing countries. Illustrates concept of energy and resource recovery. Explains ethical, innovative management strategies dealing with solid, biomedical, and chemical wastes. Discusses sustainable nanotechnology and engineered materials for treatment of biological and chemical pollutants in wastewater. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in environmental engineering and management.

The book comprehensively covers a wide range of evolutionary computer vision methods and applications, feature selection and extraction for training and classification, and metaheuristic algorithms in image processing. It further discusses optimized image segmentation, its analysis, pattern recognition, and object detection.Features: Discusses machine learning-based analytics such as GAN networks, autoencoders, computational imaging, and quantum computing Covers deep learning algorithms in computer vision Showcases novel solutions such as multi-resolution analysis in imaging processing, and metaheuristic algorithms for tackling challenges associated with image processing Highlight optimization problems such as image segmentation and minimized feature design vector Presents platform and simulation tools for image processing and segmentation The book aims to get the readers familiar with the fundamentals of computational intelligence as well as the recent advancements in related technologies like smart applications of digital images, and other enabling technologies from the context of image processing and computer vision. It further covers important topics such as image watermarking, steganography, morphological processing, and optimized image segmentation. It will serve as an ideal reference text for senior undergraduate, graduate students, and academic researchers in fields including electrical engineering, electronics, communications engineering, and computer engineering.

This manual contains the complete illustrated solutions to all the problems in the seventh edition of Craig's Soil Mechanics.

This book describes development of bioceramics and biocomposites, which are used in bone tissue repair, remodelling, and regeneration. It covers the fundamental aspects of materials science and bioengineering, clinical performance in a variety of applications, ISO/ASTM specifications, and opportunities and challenges.

Induction Machines Handbook: Steady State Modeling and Performance offers a thorough treatment of steady-state induction machines (IM), the most used electric motor (generator) in rather constant or variable speed drives, forever lower energy consumption and higher productivity in basically all industries, from home appliances, through robotics to e-transport and wind energy conversion.Chapter 1 offers a detailed introduction from fundamental principles to topological classifications and most important applications and power ranges from tens of W to tens of MW.Then individual Chapters 2 and 4 deal in detail with specific issues, such asMagnetic, electric, and insulation materialsElectric windings and their mmfMagnetization curve and inductanceLeakage inductances and resistancesSteady-state equivalent circuit and performanceStarting and speed control methodsSkin and on-load saturation effectsField harmonics, parasitic torques, radial forces, noiseLossesThermal modelingSingle-phase induction machine basicsSingle-phase induction motors: steady-state modeling and performanceFully revised and updated to reflect the last decade's progress in the field, this third edition adds new sections, such asMultiphase and multilayer tooth-wound coil windingsThe brushless doubly fed induction machine (BDFIM)Equivalent circuits for BDFIMControl principles for doubly fed IMMagnetic saturation effects on current and torque versus slip curvesRotor leakage reactance saturationClosed-slot IM saturationThe origin of electromagnetic vibration by practical experiencePM-assisted split-phase cage-rotor IM's steady stateThe promise of renewable (hydro and wind) energy via cage-rotor and doubly fed variable speed generators e-transport propulsion and i-home appliances makes this third edition a state-of-the-art tool, conceived with numerous case studies and timely for both academia and industry.

This book initiates with a general introduction to microalgae and algal biotechnology with subsequent discussions on all the significant aspects of applied biotechnology, bio-remediation, nano applications, multidimensional usages of algae as a biofertilizer, and a source of bioactive compounds and phytochemicals. Major themes of the book include algae and the environment, bio-remediation using algae, algal-omics and applications, and large-scale bioprocesses for algal cultivation, its constraints and challenges. Features: Focusses on the importance of algae for a sustainable environment. Covers algal bioplastics and other commercial products. Explores possible utilization of algae in phyco/bioremediation. Reviews algae as a biostimulant and biofertilizer. Demonstrates challenges during algal cultivation on a large scale. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in biotechnology, bioenergy, renewable energy, energy, fuel and petrochemicals, wastewater, novel technologies, clean technologies, bioremediation environmental, functional foods and nutraceuticals, marine and aquatic science.

Rapid advancements in mobile computing and communication technology and recent technological progress have opened up a plethora of opportunities. These advancements have expanded knowledge, facilitated global business, enhanced collaboration, and connected people through various digital media platforms. While these virtual platforms have provided new avenues for communication and self-expression, they also pose significant threats to our privacy. As a result, we must remain vigilant against the propagation of electronic violence through social networks. Cyberbullying has emerged as a particularly concerning form of online harassment and bullying, with instances of racism, terrorism, and various types of trolling becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide.Addressing the issue of cyberbullying to find effective solutions is a challenge for the web mining community, particularly within the realm of social media. In this context, artificial intelligence (AI) can serve as a valuable tool in combating the diverse manifestations of cyberbullying on the Internet and social networks. This book presents the latest cutting-edge research, theoretical methods, and novel applications in AI techniques to combat cyberbullying. Discussing new models, practical solutions, and technological advances related to detecting and analyzing cyberbullying is based on AI models and other related techniques. Furthermore, the book helps readers understand AI techniques to combat cyberbullying systematically and forthrightly, as well as future insights and the societal and technical aspects of natural language processing (NLP)-based cyberbullying research efforts.Key Features: Proposes new models, practical solutions and technological advances related to machine intelligence techniques for detecting cyberbullying across multiple social media platforms. Combines both theory and practice so that readers (beginners or experts) of this book can find both a description of the concepts and context related to the machine intelligence. Includes many case studies and applications of machine intelligence for combating cyberbullying.

Data Structures is a central module in the curriculum of almost every Computer Science programme. This book explains different concepts of data structures using C. The topics discuss the theoretical basis of data structures as well as their applied aspects.

The release of ChatGPT has kicked off an arms race in Machine Learning (ML), however ML has also been described as a black box and very hard to understand. Machine Learning, Animated eases you into basic ML concepts and summarizes the learning process in three words: initialize, adjust and repeat. This is illustrated step by step with animation to show how machines learn: from initial parameter values to adjusting each step, to the final converged parameters and predictions.This book teaches readers to create their own neural networks with dense and convolutional layers, and use them to make binary and multi-category classifications. Readers will learn how to build deep learning game strategies and combine this with reinforcement learning, witnessing AI achieve super-human performance in Atari games such as Breakout, Space Invaders, Seaquest and Beam Rider.Written in a clear and concise style, illustrated with animations and images, this book is particularly appealing to readers with no background in computer science, mathematics or statistics.Access the book's repository at: https: //github.com/markhliu/MLA

The emergence and application of stainless steel wires-engineered multifunctional ultra-high performance concrete advances the safety, durability, function/intelligence, resilience, and sustainability of infrastructure, thus prolonging the service life and reducing the maintenance to lower the lifecycle cost of infrastructure. This is the first reference work on this multifunctional concrete, which combines high performance with functional/ smart properties, such as thermal, electrical, self-sensing, and electromagnetic properties, as well as a sustainable profile. The book delivers both fundamentals and applications about multifunctional concrete, covering basic principles, properties, mechanisms, engineering application cases, and future development challenges and strategies. Stainless Steel Wires-Engineered Multifunctional Ultra-High Performance Concrete opens up a new horizon for researchers and specialist technologists in the field of concrete materials and structures.

Photovoltaic Systems Engineering for Students and Professionals: Solved Examples and Applications examines photovoltaic (PV) power plants in a holistic way. PV installations of all types and sizes - from the smallest plant element to the largest system components - are approached from an electrical engineering perspective and further explained through worked examples. It presents the different forms of energy and the energy conversions between them in a clear and understandable way. This book is an essential resource for both students and practicing engineers working in the solar photovoltaic areas and critical work for all electrical engineers. Features: Includes over 100 worked examples and more than 80 end-of-chapter problems Presents systematic techniques and approaches to problem solving Includes PowerPoint presentations and a solutions manual for instructors Considers the effects of environmental conditions on the performance of PV systems Presents step-by-step design of photovoltaic systems of all sizes from scratch