Biomass and Bioenergy: Processing and Properties by Khalid Rehman Hakeem (Englis

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The Nile on eBay FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Biomass and Bioenergy by Khalid Rehman Hakeem, Mohammad Jawaid, Umer Rashid The book consists of three sections, presenting Non wood and forest products from forestry, arboriculture activities or from wood processing, agricultural biomass (natural fibers) from agricultural harvesting or processing and finally energy crops: high yield crops and grasses grown especially for energy production. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Biomass obtained from agricultural residues or forest can be used to produce different materials and bioenergy required in a modern society. As compared to other resources available, biomass is one of the most common and widespread resources in the world. Thus, biomass has the potential to provide a renewable energy source, both locally and across large areas of the world. It is estimated that the total investment in the biomass sector between 2008 and 2021 will reach the large sum of $104 billion. Presently bioenergy is the most important renewable energy option and will remain so the near and medium-term future. Previously several countries try to explore the utilization of biomass in bioenergy and composite sector. Biomass has the potential to become the world's largest and most sustainable energy source and will be very much in demand. Bioenergy is based on resources that can be utilized on a sustainable basis all around the world and can thus serve as an effective option for the provision of energy services. In addition, the benefits accrued go beyond energy provision, creating unique opportunities for regional development. The present book will provide an up-to-date account of non-wood, forest residues, agricultural biomass (natural fibers), and energy crops together with processing, properties and its applications to ensure biomass utilization and reuse. All aspects of biomass and bioenergy and their properties and applications will be critically re-examined. The book consists of three sections, presenting Non wood and forest products from forestry, arboriculture activities or from wood processing, agricultural biomass (natural fibers) from agricultural harvesting or processing and finally energy crops: high yield crops and grasses grown especially for energy production. Back Cover At present biomass and bioenergy are the most significant renewable energy options and will remain so in the near and medium-term future. Biomass has the potential to become the world's largest and most sustainable energy source and will be very much in demand. Bioenergy is based on resources that can be utilized on a sustainable basis all around the world and can thus serve as an effective option for the provision of energy services. In addition, the benefits accrued go beyond energy provision, creating unique opportunities for regional development. The current book is the first of a two volume series "Biomass and Bioenergy", which is an up to date account of highly important characteristics of biomass and bioenergy. The present book comprising of twenty chapters from distinguished scientists and researchers around the tropics, reporting the diversity of untapped biomass and bioenergy resources, their processing and properties as well as their value-added functions as a bio-based feedstock in a sustainable economy. This book articulately highlighted the usefulness of biomass residues that are mostly known in the tropical world. In this book, the inclusion of a broad range of bast fibres, for example, kapok, pine apple leaf, Indian date fibre etc., mainly existing in the tropics with unexploited potential of vast and wide range value-addition in an energy-intensive world makes perfect sense. Lastly, chapters on alternative energy sources highlight the progress in algal biomass research as well as biomass steam gasification for Hydrogen production. We hope this book will serve as a comprehensive primer for individuals who are interested in learning about the vast potentials of tropical biomass. Table of Contents Processing and Properties of Date palm fibers and its Composites.- Bamboo Fiber Processing, Properties and Applications.- Abaca fiber: A Renewable Bio-Resource for Industrial Uses and Other Applications.- Processing and Properties of Bagasse Fibres.- Agricultural Biomass Raw Materials: The Current State and Future Potentialities.- Kapok Fiber: Structure and Properties.- Production of Natural Fiber Obtained from the Leaves of Pineapple Plants (Ananas comosus) Cultivated in Costa Rica.- Indian Date Leaf FRP Composites: Mechanical and Dielectric Properties.- Sugarcane Straw and Bagasse.- Studies on Okra Bast Fibre Reinforced Phenol Formaldehyde Resin Composites.- Okra Fibres as Potential Reinforcement in Biocomposites.- Biomass Resources in Environmental and Socio-Economic Analysis of Fuel-Wood Consumption.- Production of Algal Biomass.- Natural Fibers Reinforced Polymeric Matrix: Thermal, Mechanical and Interfacial Properties.- Lignocellulosic Materials as the Potential Source of Catalyst.- Straw Availability, Quality, Recovery and Energy Use of Sugarcane.- Jatropha curcas: A Prospective Energy Crop.- Algal Biomass Production Using Waste Water.- Biomass Steam Gasification for Hydrogen Production: A Systematic Review.- Bioethanol G2 : Production Process and Recent Studies. Feature Provides an up-to-date account of non-wood, forest residues, agricultural biomass (natural fibers) and energy crops together with processing, properties and its applications Critically examines all aspects of biomass and bioenergy A timely collection of research amidst issues such as global warming, the high consumption of energy and the high price of fossil fuel Details ISBN 331907640X Year 2014 ISBN-10 331907640X ISBN-13 9783319076409 Format Hardcover Pages 367 Short Title BIOMASS & BIOENERGY 2014/E Language English Media Book Imprint Springer International Publishing AG Subtitle Processing and Properties Place of Publication Cham Country of Publication Switzerland Edited by Umer Rashid Edition 2014th DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-07641-6 Author Umer Rashid Publisher Springer International Publishing AG Edition Description 2014 ed. Publication Date 2014-09-05 Alternative 9783319349282 DEWEY 333.9539 Audience Professional & Vocational Illustrations 52 Illustrations, color; 49 Illustrations, black and white; XVIII, 367 p. 101 illus., 52 illus. in color. Country of Origin NL Product Class Description Environment & Planning We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:137813101;