Modelling Of Pollutants In Complex Environmental Systems

Author : Grady Hanrahan
Publisher : ILM Publications
Page : 489 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781906799014

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Modelling of Pollutants in Complex Environmental Systems by Grady Hanrahan Pdf

Environmental modelling has enjoyed a long tradition, but there is a defined need to continually address both the power and the limitations of such models, as well as their quantitative assessment. This book showcases modern environmental modelling methods, the basic theory behind them and their incorporation into complex environmental investigations. It highlights advanced computing technologies and how they have led to unprecedented and adaptive modelling, simulation and decision-support tools to study complex environmental systems, and how they can be applied to current environmental concerns. This volume is essential reading for researchers in academia, industry and government-related bodies who have a vested interest in all aspects of environmental modelling. Features include: A range of modern environmental modelling techniques are described by experts from around the world, including the USA, Canada, Australia, Europe and Thailand; many examples from air, water, soil/sediment and biological matrices are covered in detail throughout the book; key chapters are included on modelling uncertainty and sensitivity analysis; and, a selection of figures are provided in full colour to enable greater comprehension of the topics discussed.

Author : Grady Hanrahan,Lindsey Langston,Paul Russen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : OCLC:876044139

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Modelling of Pollutants in Complex Environmental Systems by Grady Hanrahan,Lindsey Langston,Paul Russen Pdf

Author : Satya Prakash Maurya,Akhilesh Kumar Yadav,Ramesh Singh
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2022-08-24
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781000626636

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Modeling and Simulation of Environmental Systems by Satya Prakash Maurya,Akhilesh Kumar Yadav,Ramesh Singh Pdf

This book presents an overview of modeling and simulation of environmental systems via diverse research problems and pertinent case studies. It is divided into four parts covering sustainable water resources modeling, air pollution modeling, Internet of Things (IoT) based applications in environmental systems, and future algorithms and conceptual frameworks in environmental systems. Each of the chapters demonstrate how the models, indicators, and ecological processes could be applied directly in the environmental sub-disciplines. It includes range of concepts and case studies focusing on a holistic management approach at the global level for environmental practitioners. Features: Covers computational approaches as applied to problems of air and water pollution domain. Delivers generic methods of modeling with spatio-temporal analyses using soft computation and programming paradigms. Includes theoretical aspects of environmental processes with their complexity and programmable mathematical approaches. Adopts a realistic approach involving formulas, algorithms, and techniques to establish mathematical models/computations. Provides a pathway for real-time implementation of complex modeling problem formulations including case studies. This book is aimed at researchers, professionals and graduate students in Environmental Engineering, Computational Engineering/Computer Science, Modeling/Simulation, Environmental Management, Environmental Modeling and Operations Research.

Author : Michael Deaton,James J. Winebrake
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1999-12-03
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0387988807

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Dynamic Modeling of Environmental Systems by Michael Deaton,James J. Winebrake Pdf

A primer on modeling concepts and applications that is specifically geared toward the environmental field. Sections on modeling terminology, the uses of models, the model-building process, and the interpretation of output provide the foundation for detailed applications. After an introduction to the basics of dynamic modeling, the book leads students through an analysis of several environmental problems, including surface-water pollution, matter-cycling disruptions, and global warming. The scientific and technical context is provided for each problem, and the methods for analyzing and designing appropriate modeling approaches is provided. While the mathematical content does not exceed the level of a first-semester calculus course, the book gives students all of the background, examples, and practice exercises needed both to use and understand environmental modeling. It is suitable for upper-level undergraduate and beginning-graduate level environmental professionals seeking an introduction to modeling in their field.

Author : Anu Ramaswami,Jana B. Milford,Mitchell J. Small
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 696 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2005-04-15
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015060652289

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Integrated Environmental Modeling by Anu Ramaswami,Jana B. Milford,Mitchell J. Small Pdf

A unified presentation of environmental model development, implementation, and testing Integrated Environmental Modeling teaches model development, model implementation, and model testing skills in a unified manner, crosscutting the three "media" comprising environmental systems--air, water, and soil--by focusing on parallels and similarities between them, and introducing a new generation of multimedia models. No other single volume offers comprehensive coverage of chemical transport and fate in all three environmental media, including the resulting impacts on the biosphere and human health, with a focus on the fundamental processes underlying environmental modeling. Integrated Environmental Modeling provides broad-based training in the development of pollutant transport and fate models in air, water, and soil, with a focus on five essential competencies: * Understanding the fundamental process principles that govern contaminant transport and transformations in multimedia environments, emphasizing the parallels and links between different media * Learning model development skills, starting from the simplest conceptual models and building more complex and realistic models that couple component process modules at the appropriate spatial and temporal scales of resolution * Using statistical methods and data sources to estimate input parameters and characterize model sensitivity and uncertainty * Gaining hands-on experience with computer-aided implementation and evaluation of fate and transport models using realistic case study examples * Applying fate and transport models to evaluate pollutant interactions with the biosphere, particularly in human exposure modeling and health risk assessment Complete with case studies, Integrated Environmental Modeling is a valuable, single-source tool for senior and graduate students in environmental science and engineering courses on pollutant transport, remediation, and risk assessment, and an essential reference text for professionals in industry, consulting, and government agencies responsible for environmental assessment and risk analysis.

Author : Piero Melli,Paolo Zannetti
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1562520539

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Environmental Modelling by Piero Melli,Paolo Zannetti Pdf

Author : John Wainwright,Mark Mulligan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2004-01-26
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0471496189

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Environmental Modelling by John Wainwright,Mark Mulligan Pdf

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Author : C.A. Wrobel,C.A. Brebbia
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401136945

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Water Pollution: Modelling, Measuring and Prediction by C.A. Wrobel,C.A. Brebbia Pdf

Water Pollution is a subject of growing concern in our industrial world. The environmental problems caused by the increase of pollutant loads dis charged into natural water systems have led the scientific community to pursue studies capable of relating the pollutant discharge with changes in the water quality. The results of these studies are permitting industries to employ more efficient methods of controlling and treating the waste loads, and water authorities to enforce more strict legislation regarding this matter. The present book contains edited versions of the papers presented at the First International Conference on Water Pollution (Modelling, Measuring and Prediction), held in Southampton, England, in September 1991. Its contents, which reflect the interdisciplinarity of the subject, are divided into four parts, each consisting of a keynote address and several invited and contributed papers: 1. Mathematical models (Keynote speaker: Prof. R.A. Falconer, Univer sity of Bradford, USA) 2. Data acquisition/monitoring/measurement (Keynote speaker: Dr. A. Plata Bedmar, IAEA, Austria) 3. Waste disposal and wastewater treatment (Keynote speaker: Prof. D.R.F. Harleman, MIT, USA) 4. Chemical and biological problems (Keynote speaker: Dr. E.I. Hamil ton, Environmental consultant, UK) Although the papers have been typographically edited they have been re produced directly from material submitted by the authors, and their content is a reflection of the authors' research and opinion.

Author : Clark C.K. Liu,Pengzhi Lin,Hong Xiao
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2021-11-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000469783

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Water Environment Modeling by Clark C.K. Liu,Pengzhi Lin,Hong Xiao Pdf

Water Environment Modeling covers the formulations and applications of mathematical models that simulate water flow and chemical transport in rivers, lakes, groundwater, estuaries, coastal, and ocean waters. These models are used to evaluate the response of water environment to human interventions and serve as useful analytical tools for water pollution control and resource management. Simple and comprehensive modeling techniques and their practical applications are presented with examples and exercises, most of which are derived from actual case studies. In general, simple models can be solved analytically and comprehensive models require numerical solutions. While simple models are usually adopted for preliminary assessment of a particular water environment, comprehensive models are used to provide detailed spatial and temporal variations of pollutants in complex environments. The system-based models in the forms of integral equations are introduced as an alternative modeling approach. This textbook is ideal for advanced undergraduate students and graduate students in civil and environmental engineering and related academic fields. It is also suitable as a reference book for practicing engineers and scientists. Authors: Clark C.K. Liu is Emeritus Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Hawaii and former Environmental Engineering Director of US National Science Foundation. Pengzhi Lin is Professor of State Key Laboratory of Hydraulics and Mountain River Engineering at Sichuan University. He is the author of Numerical Modeling of Water Waves (CRC Press, 2008). Hong Xiao is Professor and Vice Director of Hydroinformatics Institute of the State Key Laboratory of Hydraulics and Mountain River Engineering at Sichuan University.

Author : Pravat Kumar Shit,Partha Pratim Adhikary,Debashish Sengupta
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 718 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030634223

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Spatial Modeling and Assessment of Environmental Contaminants by Pravat Kumar Shit,Partha Pratim Adhikary,Debashish Sengupta Pdf

This book demonstrates the measurement, monitoring and mapping of environmental contaminants in soil & sediment, surface & groundwater and atmosphere. This book explores state-of-art techniques based on methodological and modeling in modern geospatial techniques specifically focusing on the recent trends in data mining techniques and robust modeling. It also presents modifications of and improvements to existing control technologies for remediation of environmental contaminants. In addition, it includes three separate sections on contaminants, risk assessment and remediation of different existing and emerging pollutants. It covers major topics such as: Radioactive Wastes, Solid and Hazardous Wastes, Heavy Metal Contaminants, Arsenic Contaminants, Microplastic Pollution, Microbiology of Soil and Sediments, Soil Salinity and Sodicity, Aquatic Ecotoxicity Assessment, Fluoride Contamination, Hydrochemistry, Geochemistry, Indoor Pollution and Human Health aspects. The content of this book will be of interest to researchers, professionals, and policymakers whose work involves environmental contaminants and related solutions.

Author : Carlos Borrego,Eberhard E. Renner
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 904 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2011-09-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080549675

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Air Pollution Modeling and its Application XVIII by Carlos Borrego,Eberhard E. Renner Pdf

Recent developments in air pollution modeling are explored as a series of contributions from researchers at the forefront of their field. This book on air quality modeling and its applications is focused on local, urban, regional and intercontinental modeling, data assimilation and air quality forecasting, model assessment and validation, aerosol transformation, the relationship between air quality and human health and the effects of climate change on air quality. It consists of a series of papers that were presented at the 28th NATO/CCMS Conference on Air Pollution Modeling and its Application held in Leipzig, Germany, May 15-19, 2006. It is intended as reference material for students and professors interested in air pollution modeling at the graduate level as well as researchers and professionals involved in developing and utilizing air pollution models. *Discusses cutting-edge developments on air pollution modeling and air quality issues *Presents topical and highly relevant subjects to the air quality and modeling research community *Provides material that can be used to further improve air quality modeling and to inform the community about recent and novel developments in the field

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology,Committee on Models in the Regulatory Decision Process
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2007-07-25
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780309178921

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Models in Environmental Regulatory Decision Making by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology,Committee on Models in the Regulatory Decision Process Pdf

Many regulations issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are based on the results of computer models. Models help EPA explain environmental phenomena in settings where direct observations are limited or unavailable, and anticipate the effects of agency policies on the environment, human health and the economy. Given the critical role played by models, the EPA asked the National Research Council to assess scientific issues related to the agency's selection and use of models in its decisions. The book recommends a series of guidelines and principles for improving agency models and decision-making processes. The centerpiece of the book's recommended vision is a life-cycle approach to model evaluation which includes peer review, corroboration of results, and other activities. This will enhance the agency's ability to respond to requirements from a 2001 law on information quality and improve policy development and implementation.

Author : Paolo Zannetti
Publisher : Computational Mechanics
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015032610845

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Environmental Modeling by Paolo Zannetti Pdf

Author : V. Uddameri
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 486 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Environmental chemistry
ISBN : 1578085160

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Applied Environmental Systems Modeling by V. Uddameri Pdf

Introduces essential concepts of pollutant fate and transport using hands-on model building approach. This book gives a refresher on pertinent theory with special emphasis on obtaining fluxes and mass-loadings for various physical, chemical and biological processes in natural and engineered systems which are part of the mass-balance formulation.

Author : Paolo Zannetti
Publisher : Computational Mechanics
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Nature
ISBN : IND:30000105123743

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Environmental Modeling by Paolo Zannetti Pdf