Hazardous Materials: A Systems Engineering Perspective and Guide to Applications

Dealing with hazardous materials is becoming more challenging to modern societies and is something that requires an interdisciplinary and system-oriented point of view. This book contains chapters from leading researchers that cover many of the essential aspects that contribute to enhanced chemical, biological, radioactive, and nuclear hazard safety and security, including advanced sensor technology, system design, risk assessment, and social implications. The individual chapters provide a state-of-the-art overview of each topic and provide concrete applications, case-studies, and future trends.