Proton Radiotherapy Accelerators
Proton Radiotherapy Accelerators

Author: Wioletta Wieszczycka

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 9810245289

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Hadronic radiotherapy uses particle beams to treat tumors located near critical body structures and tumors that respond poorly to conventional photon and electron beam radiotherapy. Initial research in hadronic radiotherapy was performed using accelerators built for physics research. The good results of the proton and ion therapy programs have enhanced the tendency to use protontherapy as a routine method. There are about 20 working protontherapy facilities (first, second and third generation) and more than 30 centers are planned.This book presents the first comprehensive overview of the field with a discussion on the fundamental basis of particle physics and radiobiology, as well as review of clinical and technical specifications and designs for proton radiotherapy. In particular, the current designs of proton and heavy ion accelerators, beam delivery systems, gantries, beam monitoring and dosimetry systems, control and safety systems, patient positioning and immobilization devices, and ancillary treatment facilities are widely discussed.

Corrosion in Reinforced Concrete Structures
Corrosion in Reinforced Concrete Structures

Author: H Böhni

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2005-01-20

Total Pages: 263

ISBN-13: 1845690435

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Reinforced concrete has the potential to be very durable and capable of withstanding a variety of adverse environmental conditions. However, failures in the structures do still occur as a result of premature reinforcement corrosion. In this authoritative book the fundamental aspects of this complex process are analysed; focusing on corrosion of the reinforcing steel, and looking particularly, at new scientific and technological developments.Monitoring techniques, including the newly developed online-monitoring, are examined, as well as the numerical methods used to simulate corrosion and perform parameter studies. The influence of composition and microstructure of concrete on corrosion behaviour is explored. The second half of the book, which deals with corrosion prevention methods, starts with a discussion on stainless steels as reinforcement materials. There are comprehensive reviews of the use of surface treatments and coatings, of the application of corrosion inhibitors and of the application of electrochemical techniques. In each case the necessary scientific fundamentals are explained and practical instances of use are looked at. This is an invaluable guide for engineers, materials scientists and researchers in the field of structural concrete. - Fundamental aspects of corrosion in concrete are analysed in detail - Explores how to minimise the effects of corrosion in concrete - Invaluable guide for engineers, materials scientists and researchers in the field of structural concrete

The New Capital Markets in Central and Eastern Europe
The New Capital Markets in Central and Eastern Europe

Author: Michael Schröder

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 539

ISBN-13: 3642565204

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An excellent analyses of the effects of EU enlargement on capital markets in the most advanced countries of Central and Eastern Europe and Russia. It also investigates the EU's impact on the interactions between Eastern and Western capital markets. The study is particularly useful for financial analysts, institutional investors and academic researchers who are interested in the economic and institutional developments of capital markets in CEE countries.

Corrosion of Steel in Concrete
Corrosion of Steel in Concrete

Author: Luca Bertolini

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2004-02-23

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 9783527308002

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This reference work will focus on the corrosion of steel in concrete, the main cause of deterioration of reinforced concrete structures. A survey on well-established mechanisms and concepts is given, but the main emphasis lies on new methods and materials for preventive measures, condition assessment and repair.