Albright's chemical engineering handbook [electronic resource] / edited by Lyle F. Albright.
Taking greater advantage of powerful computing capabilities over the last several years, the development of fundamental information and new models has led to major advances in nearly every aspect of chemical engineering. "Albright's Chemical Engineering Handbook" represents a reliable...
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Full Text (via Taylor & Francis) |
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| Format: | Electronic eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Boca Raton :
CRC Press,
©2009.
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| Summary: | Taking greater advantage of powerful computing capabilities over the last several years, the development of fundamental information and new models has led to major advances in nearly every aspect of chemical engineering. "Albright's Chemical Engineering Handbook" represents a reliable source of updated methods, applications, and fundamental concepts that will continue to play a significant role in driving new research and improving plant design and operations. Well-rounded, concise, and practical by design, this handbook collects valuable insight from an exceptional diversity of leaders in their respective specialties. Each chapter provides a clear review of basic information, case examples, and references to additional, more in-depth information. They explain essential principles, calculations, and issues relating to topics including reaction engineering, process control and design, waste disposal, and electrochemical and biochemical engineering. The final chapters cover aspects of patents and intellectual property, practical communication, and ethical considerations that are most relevant to engineers. From fundamentals to plant operations, "Albright's Chemical Engineering Handbook" offers a thorough, yet succinct guide to day-to-day methods and calculations used in chemical engineering applications. This handbook will serve the needs of practicing professionals as well as students preparing to enter the field. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (xv, 1,912 pages) : illustrations. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781420014389 1420014382 9781628704754 1628704756 1281940461 9781281940469 |
| Source of Description, Etc. Note: | Print version record. |