Concrete Technology and Good Construction Practices

ISBN : 978-81-224-3407-1
Publication Year : 2013
Edition : 1st
Pages : 266
Price : Rs. 200.00 
Binding : Paperback

ABOUT THE BOOK

The book entitled “Concrete Technology and Good Construction Practices” provides a textbook for civil engineering students who are studying in degree or diploma courses. It is also meant for persons who are engaged in supervising quality control works in concrete constructions or looking after concrete repair works. The subject matter organized in the book is relevant for day-to-day reading by students and/or use in field.

The book provides the basic ingredients of concrete and its design / mixing in the most scientific manner. The book has some other unique features as:

• It gives an idea of the current developments in concrete technology and its manufacturing.
• It provides guidance for practicing engineers, why the concrete constructions fail and gives the method of their repair and rehabilitations.
• The book also throws light on the present day philosophy of Green Concrete, its constituent materials and methods of its preparations.

  The book is of great help to practicing engineers and supervisors in PWD, MES, builders, consultants and field staff in construction organizations in government, public and private sector. The book as one part, can also be used as concrete technology to be used along with Laboratory manual for testing of concrete and its ingredients.

AUTHOR

Gupta, Y P , Adviser, Concrete Cable Stayed Naini Bridge COWI-DIPL Consortium, Allahabad
Shah, D L , Professor of Applied Mechanics Deptt., Faculty of Technology & Engg., M.S. University of Baroda.
Jain, R K , Prof., Department of Mathematics, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, New Delhi.

Powder Metallurgy for Automotive and High Performance Materials in Engineering Industries

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3031-8
Publication Year : 2012
Edition : 1st
Pages : 236
Price : Rs. 495.00 
Binding : Hardbound

ABOUT THE BOOK

Powder Metallurgy for Automotive and High Performance Materials in Engineering Industries, discusses the current status and potential of this rapidly expanding manufacturing technology. The challenges facing the powder metallurgy (PM) industry, technological advances for the growth of global PM industry are dealt with. The book is a valuable source for Graduate Students, Researchers, Professionals and Technocrats.

Salient Features:

• Powder Metallurgy in Automotive Industry
• Compaction Techniques with improved efficiency & Economy
• Powder Plant Management and Special Powders
• High Performance Materials and Processing

AUTHOR

Ramakrishnan, P. , Professor Emeritus, I.I.T., Bombay.
Shah, D L , Professor of Applied Mechanics Deptt., Faculty of Technology & Engg., M.S. University of Baroda.
Jain, R K , Prof., Department of Mathematics, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, New Delhi.

Ozone Reactor Technology

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3355-5
Publication Year : 2012
Edition : 1st
Pages : 400
Price : Rs. 495.00 
Binding : Hardbound

ABOUT THE BOOK

This volume covers the technology of Ozone, its production and applications in various fields. This is written by a team of experts who have actually involved themselves in promoting the use of Ozone. There are totally fourteen chapters which give a complete technological information about Ozone gas in general, how it can be generated, how to design Ozone reactors and how to apply it for various applications. More important is the development of circuits for generating Ozone as well as the in situ Ozone System newly developed by the author’s group. Applications of Ozone in water and waste water treatment are covered by experts in the field as also the use of Ozone for Tannery effluent treatment and Textile applications. The volume contains useful technical information for the effluent treatment areas. There is a chapter on Ozone for mosquito control and another on its use for medical applications. Food and biological treatment applications are also covered. This monograph has been prepared with the support of the Department of Science and Technology through its USERS Scheme.

AUTHOR

Padmanabhan, K . , Emeritus Prof., Deptt. of Chemical Engg., A.C. College of Tech, Anna Univ, Chennai.
Shah, D L , Professor of Applied Mechanics Deptt., Faculty of Technology & Engg., M.S. University of Baroda.
Jain, R K , Prof., Department of Mathematics, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, New Delhi.

Fluid Mechanics and Machinery

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3398-2
Publication Year : 2012
Edition : 3rd
Pages : 896
Price : Rs. 399.00 
Binding : Paperback

ABOUT THE BOOK

This edition is totally revised with two new additional chapters—Compressible Fluid Flow and Fluid Power Systems. The chapters on Buoyancy, Flow in Closed Conduits, FLow Measurements and Hydrodynamics are enlarged. Also in all chapters a number of new solved problems, examples and exercise problems have been added.

The text provides the following:

• Guidance in building of physical and mathematical models more often called derivation of equations to describe the physical situation.
• About 320 numerical examples for the application of the equations derived
• About 300 sketches explaining the physical situations.
• About 500 solved problems to highlight the whole spectrum of applications.
• About 750 objective questions with answers for self evaluation.
• More than 500 graded problems for exercise mostly with answers.
• Stress on validation of numerical results by counter checking.

AUTHOR

Kothandaraman, C.P. , Ex-Prof. of Mech. Engg., P.S.G. College of Tech., Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
Rudramoorthy, R. , Principal, P.S.G College of Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Exposure to Boilers

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3424-8
Publication Year : 2012
Edition : 2nd
Pages : 456
Price : Rs. 499.00 
Binding : Hardbound

ABOUT THE BOOK

“Exposure to Boilers“ is the comprehensive book covering basic concepts, analytical and theoretical aspects of boiler design, operation and maintenance.

The book covers the syllabus for

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering.
• Power Plant Engineering, Applied Engineering
• Boiler Proficiency/Competency Examinations and Boiler Operators’ Examination

This book nurtures the need of students, practicing engineers and also senior professionals for enhancing their knowledge in boiler. It will appeal to readers while going through two chapters on concepts encompassing typical misconceptions of practicing engineers and students.

Although boilers are available for various means and objectives, its selection, modification or retrofitting for a specific objective is a difficult task. The book deals with over twenty-eight boilers, their mountings, fittings and auxiliaries.This book also covers practical problems and the chemistry involved in boiler operations. Flue gas and water testing procedures and chemical preparations are also included. This will enable an engineer or chemist to prepare chemicals and conduct testing independently.

The care has been taken to include all requisite reference data, tables, graphs, etc supported by illustrations wherever required. The book is also useful to mechanical engineers, chemical engineers and chemists associated with boilers. It can be a comprehensive book for the consultants in energy conservation and trouble shooting. All technical aspects presented in a simple language, make this book an easy reading. By referring this book, practising engineers can handle boiler efficiently wherein students would definitely appear for any exams confidently.

AUTHOR

Aglave, G.S. , Proprietor, Conzerve Consultants.
Shah, D L , Professor of Applied Mechanics Deptt., Faculty of Technology & Engg., M.S. University of Baroda.

 

Basic Industrial Biotechnology

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3404-0
Publication Year : 2012
Edition : 1st
Pages : 470
Price : Rs. 295.00 
Binding : Paperback

ABOUT THE BOOK

Industrial Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary subject involves microbiology, biochemistry, process technology and chemical technology. The topics need to be dealt in an interactive way in order to comprehend the complexities involved in the fermentative production of different products of commercial importance. The present book deals with the basics of bio-process and large scale production of microbial products of economic importance. An effort is made to provide complete information needed both for teachers and researchers. Some of the topics like bio-pesticides, bio-fertilizers, bio-sensors cultivation, cell and tissue culture of both plants as well as animals are also given in order to get holistic view of biotechnology. Brief account of intellectual property rights and patents is discussed for the benefit of budding bio-technologist. At the end of each chapter, review questions for self assessment and further readings are provided so as to satiate the curiosity of the reader.

The book is written in a style acceptable to students. The subject deals with relevant data precised in a tabular form to illustrate it, for easy and effective perception of the students. The book is of great importance to the students of industrial microbiology, nutritional sciences, food technology, applied microbiology, chemical technology as well as professionals and researchers.

AUTHOR

Reddy, S.M. , Professor, Deptt. of Biotechnology, St. Martin’s Engineering College, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh. 
Reddy, Ram. S , Professor, Department of Microbiology, Kakatiya University, Warangal, (A.P) 
Narendra Babu, G , Former Associate Professor, SRR Govt. College, Karimnagar, (A.P.)

Objective Physics

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3224-4
Publication Year : 2011
Edition : 1st
Pages : 652
Price : Rs. 395.00 
Binding : Paperback

ABOUT THE BOOK

• Covering practically whole of UG & PG syllabus usually followed by universitiesof India and abroad.
• Adequate emphasis is given to help students prepare for all Indian Competitive Examinations which include NET,GATE etc.
• Step by step working of the numerical problems.
• Lucid user-friendly approach.
• Wide spectrum of problems has been included.
• Unique presentation to enhance problem solving ability.
• A friendly companion for teachers also.

AUTHOR

Ghosh, Dipak
Deb, Argha Dr.
Bhattacharyya, Swarnapratim Dr.

Textbook of Engineering Physics

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3453-8
Publication Year : 2012
Pages : 602
Price : Rs. 399.00 
Binding : Paperback

ABOUT THE BOOK

This textbook is a comprehensive up-to-date volume providing the concepts and applications of contemporary physics for the use of students pursuing undergraduate engineering degree courses in institutions affiliated to Indian Universities Located in different  zones. A modern description of interaction between atoms (and molecules) is given along with discussions of topics such as lasers, nanotechnology, magnetic properties of materials, superconductivity and applications. Many riders at the end of each chapter are the salient features of this textbook. This may in turn serve the purpose of GATE aspirants and others aspiring for faculty positions in Universities, Colleges and research institutions through written examinations.

AUTHOR

Pillai, S.O. , Former Professor of Physics, Anna University, Chennai, India.
Sivakami, Pillai , Formerly, Tutor in Phy., Hindu College, Nagercoil Alagappa Arts & Sci. College, Karaikudi, Tamilnadu
Jain, R K , Prof., Department of Mathematics, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, New Delhi.

Statistical Mechanics

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3354-8
Publication Year : 2012
Edition : 3rd
Pages : 320
Price : Rs. 250.00 
Binding : Paperback

ABOUT THE BOOK

This book gives a clear and logical exposition of the basic method of ensembles in Statistical Mechanics as developed by J.W. Gibbs. Beginning with the Liouville theorem, a brief but useful introduction to the classical statistical mechanics is provided. Then the quantum picture is outlined and basic postulate of quantum statistical mechanics are stated. The discussion of the symmetry of wave function and its effect on counting is given in detail.

The relation between statistical mechanics and thermodynamics is worked out and the Gibbs paradox is discussed in a lucid way. The concept of entropy is related to the information theory. Various ensembles are constructed and used to derive the Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac ideal gases, topics like liquid He electrons in metals, and white dwarfs are given adequate coverage. Quantum Hall effect, random walk and Fourier analysis of a random fluctuation are devoted sufficient space to make it a useful and fascinating book.

The book concludes with a discussion of the sling model and a modern treatment of the critical phenomena. Problems at the end of each chapter widen the area covered and also help to deepen the understanding of the material given. This book is written to introduce the subject to advanced undergraduates in physics and chemistry or to graduates in engineering classes. The present edition contains new material including a chapter on Irreversible Thermodynamics and sections dealing with density matrix and superconductivity.

AUTHOR

Agarwal, B.K. , Professor and Head, Department of Physics and Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Allahabad, U.P
Eisner, M.

Rudiments of Materials Science

 

ISBN : 978-81-224-3381-4
Publication Year : 2012
Edition : 3rd
Pages : 452
Price : Rs. 299.00 
Binding : Paperback

ABOUT THE BOOK

Writing a comprehensive book on Materials Science for the benefit of undergraduate courses in Science and Engineering was a day dream of the first author, Dr. S.O. Pillai for a long period. However, the dream became true after a lapse of couple of years. Lucid and logical exposition of the subject matter is the special feature of this book. The principal topics covered are:

• Theories of Metals
• Superconductivity
• Magnetism and Magnetic Properties of Materials
• Theory of Semiconductors
• Dielectrics
• Optoelectronics and Lasers
• Composite Materials and Non-conventional Energy Sources
• Scope of Nanotechnology
• Miscellaneous Topics
• An elementary treatment of basic topics namely Solid formation, Crystalline state, Wave mechanics of free electrons is found in the beginning of the book. A quick going through these topics may help the readers gain the power of understanding the main topics of the subject “Science of Condensed Materials“ with trifle effects.
• Trial based treatment of some newer topics in the form of direct discussion and conversation such as Insulating materials and their properties and uses, Light emitting diodes and Photon devices, Fibre optics and Holography, Ceramic materials and Polymers, Corrosion and some remedies and Composite materials is made available at the last part of this book.
• No author can escape without providing objective questions, problems with solutions and tables giving physical properties of important materials that too in a book like this. This book is not an exception in these features too.

AUTHOR

Pillai, S.O. , Former Professor of Physics, Anna University, Chennai, India.
Sivakami, Pillai , Formerly, Tutor in Phy., Hindu College, Nagercoil Alagappa Arts & Sci. College, Karaikudi, Tamilnadu