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'Advances in structural adhesive bonding' reviews the most recent improvements in adhesive bonding and the potential in structural engineering. The authors, who are experts in the field, examine key issues in adhesive selection, such as substrate compatibility and manufacturing demands. A comprehensive overview of advances in structural adhesives features epoxy, polyurethane, silicone and acrylic adhesives, considering individual properties and characteristics as well as primary applications. A range of adherends and pre-treatment methods are assessed, with specific chapters summarising improvements in the bonding of metals, plastics and composites. This discussion highlights limitations and future trends, particularly in aerospace and automotive composites. There is also a systematic review of joint design, which discusses various joints for different materials as well as life prediction and improving adhesive joint design using fracture mechanics. The book additionally provid...

PIDtutor has released a book covering all aspects of split-range control, designed to help technicians and engineers implement and troubleshoot split-range control applications. The book was written by George Buckbee, president of PIDtutor. It covers all aspects of the use of split-range control. Starting with the basics, the book discusses when to use split-range and when not to, costs and benefits, how to configure the control strategy, how to calibrate the valves, how to tune the loops, and even how to train operators and troubleshoot problems. Colour pictures illustrate the key concepts. Split-range control uses a single controller with two control valves to maintain a single process variable. It can be used for a variety of applications, such as heating and cooling of a tank or a room. Split-range control is widely used in the process industries, such as pulp and paper, oil and petrochemicals, and mining.