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Points of this book ● Covers all currently conceivable decorative technologies! Trends for individual technologies such as film transfer and adhesive molding can also be understood! ● Includes a wide range of recent topics on various technologies and market trends, such as low-cost decorative technologies, soft surface decorative technologies, and case studies by field. ● Comes with a supplementary CD containing color photographs and color charts (about 50 items) in the main text! You can experience the decorative image of products in a way that is closer to reality. Author Director of MTO Technical Research Institute, Mr. Shohei Masui <Author's Biography> 1965: Joined Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (now Sumitomo Chemical Company) 1999: Joined LPM Co., Ltd. 2005: Established MTO Technical Research Institute, Plastic Consultant, and continues to the present.

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Trends and Measures in Neighboring Countries ◆China → REACH, GHS, SDS and Label Creation ◆Taiwan → REACH, S-REACH, GHS, SDS and Label Creation ◆South Korea → k-REACH, GHS, SDS and Label Creation ◆United States → TSCA, GHS, California RoHS ◆Canada → Regulatory Trends and GHS, SDS and Label Creation ◆RoHS → Trends and Responses in the EU and Asia (China and South Korea) ◆GHS → Comparison between the EU and Asia Response to Emerging Countries with Limited Information ◆India, Southeast Asia, Oceania, Latin America → Trends in Chemical and Environmental Regulations in Each Country, GHS Compliance Status, etc. ◆Russia, Turkey → Latest Reports by Experts, Recommended Actions for Companies

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● Advances in NIL Technology and Cutting-Edge Achievements ★ Perspective of Equipment Manufacturers: Roll to Roll, multi-surface processing, large area, mass production, cost reduction, etc. ★ Perspective of Resin Manufacturers: Characteristics and optimal use of UV and thermoplastic resins, etc. ★ Molding and Mold Technology: Mold fabrication, electroforming, addressing release issues, etc. ★ Glass Printing: Grinding and polishing, optical performance exceeding mold pressing, manufacturing costs. ● The Capabilities of Various Microfabrication Technologies ★ Notable Initiatives Towards Microfabrication: Injection molding nano-microfabrication Laser thermal lithography Self-organization, femtosecond lasers Melt micro-transfer processes Micro-contact printing ● Corporate Initiatives Towards Practical Application and Commercialization: ★ Product Examples: Applications in displays, organic EL, high-brightness white LEDs, camera lenses, etc. Moth-eye type anti-reflective films, wire-grid polarizing films, etc.

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◆ ITO, post-ITO, advantages and disadvantages of materials, cutting-edge research and development Zinc oxide, graphene, CNT, silver nanowires, PEDOT, …etc ◆ Process technologies for high-quality film formation, large area, and mass production purposes Hydrothermal method, solvothermal method, large area/mass production sputtering, ECR sputtering method, RPD method, CVD method, roll-to-roll, inkjet method, coating formation, electro-spray deposition method, …etc ◆ Film formation materials according to dry or wet methods Targets, powders, dispersions, inks, pastes, …etc ◆ To what extent can we meet the actual performance requirements for applications and commercialization? How do we respond? Touch panels, solar cells, electronic paper, FPD, organic EL, …etc

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◆Types and Characteristics of Fillers Boron Nitride, Aluminum Nitride Conductive Carbon Nanotube Fillers Zinc Oxide-based Fillers, etc. → Efforts towards High Thermal Conductivity and High Functionality ◆Resin Compound Silane Coupling Agents, Hybridization, etc. → Surface Treatment Technologies and Latest Developments for Dense Filling → Cost-effective Lightweight Solutions with Resin-based Thermal Conductive Materials Viscosity-specific Mixing Technology, Dispersion Control, Nanocomposites, etc. → Extrusion, Mixing, and Dispersion of Resin Compounds ◆Thermal Management Materials and Their Applications High Thermal Conductivity Hybrid Materials, Graphite Composites, High Thermal Conductivity Elastomers, Silver Oxide Microparticles, High Thermal Conductivity and Electrical Insulating Liquid Epoxy Materials, Graphite Sheets, AlN Ceramics, etc. → Efforts towards High Thermal Conductivity and High Functionality For Sealing and Adhesion, LEDs, Power Modules, Automotive Electronics, etc. → Case Studies of Thermal Management Materials and Their Applications in Various Fields

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◆ Development and Infrastructure Improvement → What are the challenges? What will happen next? Rapid charging, ITS, car sharing, parking utilization ◆ Development Trends → New market possibilities emerging from the initiatives of various companies Observing active efforts from startups to universities Test reports on ultra-compact EVs from automobile manufacturers ◆ Design and Manufacturing → Understanding the flow from product planning to production Design, layout, regulatory compliance, brake performance, body manufacturing, etc. ◆ Motors and Secondary Batteries → Considering cost and performance SR motors, in-wheel motors, lithium-ion secondary batteries ◆ Autonomous Motion Control → Technological developments aimed at safer and more comfortable driving Driver assistance technology, onboard sensing ◆ Converted EVs → Specific steps to know for entering the EV business From development methods to component selection, procurement methods, evaluation, and obtaining license plates ◆ Market Trends → Conditions for widespread adoption and hints for new businesses Aging society, environmental business, collaboration with local communities, and the use of EVs in tourism

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【Effective Utilization Technologies for Unused Heat】 　　Heat Pumps 　　Thermoelectric Conversion 　　Rankine Cycle 　　Stirling Engine 　　Thermoacoustic Systems 【Heat Management through Insulation and Heat Shielding】 　　Automotive Glass 　　Resin Glass PUR, PC 　　Polyurethane and Automotive Interior Materials 　　Biodegradable Plastics... etc. 【Future of Next-Generation Vehicles and Heat Management】 　　Consideration of Various Energy-Saving Measures 　　Cold Climate Measures... etc.

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The core of adhesive technology viewed from multiple angles, including theory and mechanisms, surface treatment, adhesive handling, evaluation methods, and specific examples by material and product! ◎ Adhesive Theory and Adhesive Durability - What are the basic conditions for high-reliability adhesion? → Cohesive failure rate, safety factor of adhesive strength, allowable defect rate - What is the mechanism of adhesion? → Intermolecular forces, surface tension, internal stress - What factors influence the degradation of adhesive joints? → Environmental factors, stress factors, composite factors ◎ Surface Treatment and Adhesive Durability - Corona discharge treatment, atmospheric pressure plasma treatment, UV ozone treatment, organic surface treatments (various coupling agents), cleaning, blasting methods, etching, others, self-assembled monolayers → What is the impact of these surface treatment methods on adhesive durability? ◎ Adhesives and Adhesive Durability - What are the degradation mechanisms of adhesives and their effects on adhesive durability? → Acrylic, epoxy, silicone, polyurethane, UV-curable - What are the applications and required characteristics of functional adhesives, and how do they affect adhesive durability? → Conductive adhesives, flame-retardant adhesives, heat-resistant adhesives, high thermal conductivity adhesives, removable adhesives - How does the selection of adhesives based on the bonded materials affect their durability? - What is the relationship between the shape and dimensions of adhesive joints and moisture degradation? *For more, see applications and case studies below↓

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In addition to research on the latest elemental technologies and a series of systems for artificial photosynthesis, this book integrates the development of technologies related to power generation, hydrogen utilization, and organic synthesis, as well as surrounding technologies. It addresses "how it can be utilized," aiming to foresee the practical application, future potential, and development of artificial photosynthesis. <Trends and Guidelines> - What are the differences between artificial photosynthesis and other energy technologies, and what challenges does it face? - What guidelines can be derived from natural photosynthesis to design artificial photosynthesis? <Elemental Technologies> ● Water splitting and the generation of hydrogen and oxygen (light reaction) - Light-harvesting systems ⇒ Concentrating antenna systems … What is the development status of model compounds for natural photosynthesis reaction centers? … Construction examples: Self-assembled chlorophyll / Self-organizing porphyrins - Charge separation systems and water oxidation-reduction systems ⇒ Various examples of catalytic reactions … Visible light-responsive multi-electron transfer catalysts and oxygen evolution catalysts … Oxide semiconductor photoelectrodes and redox photocatalytic reactions … Oxy-nitride-based photocatalysts … Water oxidation catalysts using metal complexes - Utilization of computational science… Examples of design and exploration of artificial photosynthesis technologies using first-principles calculations ● CO2 fixation, reduction, and organic synthesis technologies (dark reaction) - CO2 reduction reactions using molecular and semiconductor photocatalysts / complex catalysts / composite oxide semiconductor photocatalysts * For more, see applications and examples of achievements below.

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The current status and future of land-based aquaculture technology has been summarized, focusing on "what kind of fish," "how to raise them," and "how to sell them." This book covers challenges related to the commercialization and profitability improvement of land-based aquaculture, along with various initiatives. It is a comprehensive resource useful for everything from considering new entries to research and development and operational practices. <Challenges in commercialization and profitability improvement> ● Current situation and challenges… Benefits and characteristics of land-based aquaculture, essential materials ● Cost analysis… Cost comparisons and estimates, examples of break-even points, guidelines for cost reduction ● Examination of business models… Selection of sellable fish species and case studies, initiatives for differentiation ● Sales strategies and market development… Current state of seafood distribution and consumption, strategies from a marketing perspective ● Attention to legal regulations and utilization of administrative support measures <Management of fish breeding and plants> ● Water quality management ・Management items and measurement frequency, water treatment technologies (nitrification, denitrification, organic matter treatment) ・Management of physical/biological filtration systems, characteristics and selection of filter media ・Removal systems for suspended solids and optimization by size ● Water temperature management ・Optimal water temperature and management methods, waste heat utilization, energy-saving technologies for heating ・Cost reduction in temperature regulation using underground infiltrated seawater ● Fish disease countermeasures… Disease control using ozone sterilization with nanobubbles ● Remote monitoring… Data monitoring and utilization/control via PC *For more details, see applications and case examples below.

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Focusing on the cultivation technology of microalgae, which is gaining attention for its use in the biofuel business. This book integrates not only the essential technologies but also various utilization technologies, laying the groundwork for "higher productivity" and "commercialization and industrialization." <Key Points of Essential Technologies> ● Selection and new development of cultivation species... Conditions to be met, considerations, guidelines for development and exploration ● Breeding... Examples of breeding using mutations ● Various collection technologies and screening breeding (isolation and maintenance culture) ● Optimization of culture medium creation... Basic systems for proliferation growth and examples of dedicated medium development ● Equipment management... Key points for management during cultivation, understanding fatty acid distribution ● Photobioreactor... Development of reactors based on new process development ● Lighting... Light quantity, distribution characteristics, and wavelength of LEDs for algal cultivation ● Air conditioning management... Management methods for different types of plants, aeration ● Extraction... Organic solvent extraction method, compressed DME extraction method, hydrothermal treatment method, supercritical extraction method, subcritical extraction method ● Considerations for cultivation in snowy and cold regions *For more details, see applications and case studies below.

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A comprehensive collection of various examples of the introduction, operation, and development of renewable energy and new energy sources. It covers the latest trends, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of implementation, estimates of initial and running costs, actual construction practices, equipment management and monitoring, maintenance, and insights that consider everything from introduction to actual use, in a broad and deep manner. <Latest Trends and Considerations for Utilization> - Current status and challenges of the fixed price purchase system and procurement price calculation - Key points for calculating commercialization costs - Business risks and funding methods <Solar Energy> - Simulation of business profitability - Various business developments - Case studies of microgrids and smart BEMS operations <Solar Thermal> - Various concentrating, heat collection, and heat storage technologies - Estimates of power generation costs and future outlook <Geothermal> - Hot spring binary power generation and geothermal binary power generation - Community-based small-scale geothermal power generation - Case studies of power generation utilization in hot spring areas *For more details, see applications and performance examples below.

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What will happen to next-generation vehicles? What impact will shale gas and shale oil have? With the changing oil and energy landscape brought about by the shale revolution in the United States, what are the prospects for the development and adoption of various next-generation vehicles? This book compiles the current status, challenges, and latest initiatives in this field. It consolidates key points such as infrastructure development, international trends, cost reduction, safety, and emissions purification. <Shale Revolution and Its Impact> Latest trends considering the movement of natural gas and gasoline vehicles in the U.S. / Fuel conversion technologies for vehicles (GTL, FT synthesis, hydrogen production, etc.) <Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV)> Current status of adoption in Japan, the U.S., and Europe / Challenges in infrastructure development, including maintenance / Issues and initiatives for CNG and LNG vehicles / Natural gas dual-fuel engines / Emission purification catalyst technologies for NGVs *For more details, see applications and case studies below.*

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Following the 2012 publication of the "Business Strategy" book for entrants, a new book on "Plant Factories" for producers is being released! This book condenses the key points that producers should consider in plant factories into one volume. It is filled with the latest initiatives aimed at establishing business profitability. *For more details, see applications and case examples below.*

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★Reduce defects! Practical lead-free implementation know-how that you can apply immediately. ★Thorough understanding with over 1,000 diagrams and photos!

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★LED Devices - Comparison of crystal growth on both substrate and compound semiconductor sides - Fabrication of sub-wavelength structures on the device surface and their optical effects - Impact of polarization fields and avoidance strategies; latest etching and laser processing ★Phosphors - Synthesis methods considering improved luminous efficiency / Improvement of color unevenness due to phosphor thickness - Characteristics and challenges of various types such as YAG, BOS, and nitrides - Evaluation methods and required characteristics / Trends in white LEDs without phosphors ★Optical Design/Simulation - Calculation/analysis of internal quantum efficiency, light extraction efficiency, and light distribution characteristics - Temperature-dependent optical simulations / Limitations of simulations - Light distribution design / Optical control, lens shapes, and practical lighting fixture design ★Performance Improvement/Discussion - Enhancement of LED chip brightness and orientation - Improvement of light extraction efficiency and luminous efficiency through photonic crystals - Innovations for improving reliability and durability / Strategies to reduce electrostatic effects and distortions around the device - Evaluation of color reproduction and color rendering / Characteristics and issues of NIST standard measurements - Considerations on thermal characteristics, mass production, and costs

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Complete understanding of DLVO theory, evaluation methods for Hamaker constant and zeta potential, and methods for creating potential curves. Author: Hiroyuki Oshima, Ph.D., Professor, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Tokyo University of Science [Related Activities] Editor of Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces (published by Elsevier) Asia Editor of Colloid and Polymer Science (published by Springer) International Chair of ISO/TC91 (Surfactants)

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9,500 yen + tax offered at a standard price! ★ An essential book for handling thin films! ★ Explanations using as simple formulas as possible! ★ Includes over 30 Q&A to solve on-site troubles! ● Points for evaluating and analyzing surfaces and interfaces! ● Questions that can't be asked on-site & no one to ask ● How to deal with film peeling, detachment, and cracking? ● What constitutes a high-quality film and its manufacturing methods! ● Understanding the mechanisms of stress generation in thin film processes!

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Part One: Basic Knowledge Workers Should Know - Format: 2 DVDs, approximately 170 minutes - Supplement: Training materials Part Two: Practical Considerations for Workers (Entry, Work, Cleaning, etc.) - Format: 2 DVDs, approximately 140 minutes - Supplement: Training materials Instructor Formerly of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Power Device Manufacturing Division, Quality Assurance Department, Ph.D. Nobuo Sonoda

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- Biocompatibility and blood compatibility necessary for medical product development - Design of biointerfaces and the role of water molecules - Molding and processing of plastic medical devices with biocompatibility and safety - Safety of medical devices from a risk perspective and the liability of raw material manufacturers - Organic-inorganic hybrid materials: current status and future expectations in medical applications - Adhesive strength and safety of plant-derived adhesives - Development of anti-thrombotic small-diameter artificial blood vessels, artificial corneas, and artificial bones using silk - Nanosheets made from polyimide containing PC, blood compatibility - Design and development of medical membranes such as blood dialysis membranes - Cases related to the reactions during blood contact and performance degradation, which are specific to medical membranes - Polymer materials used in artificial joints (sliding surfaces) and their modification - Maintenance of a normal tear film layer and reduction of dryness in contact lenses

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Focusing on case studies of prominent companies and researchers, we highlight examples and related trends of the application of electronics technology in the medical and healthcare fields. We have gathered insights that encompass essential regulatory compliance for medical-related businesses, as well as the latest technologies, including wearable devices, while also considering business and service development.

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A comprehensive book that details the utilization of XAFS (X-ray Absorption Fine Structure) and EELS (Electron Energy Loss Spectroscopy) used for structural and reaction analysis of various materials and devices, compiling measurement and analysis case studies. It summarizes everything from the basics and principles to practical applications in an easy-to-understand manner.

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What are the future prospects of thermoelectric conversion technology? This document summarizes the current status and challenges of material development, as well as the latest initiatives. It is a comprehensive guide that helps understand the key points for the practical application of thermoelectric materials, covering aspects from design and development to modularization, flexibility, and practical case studies.

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In the field of inorganic materials, we seek to clarify the essence of the challenges posed by "synthesis techniques aimed at high functionality" and "effective exploration methods for new materials," and to provide solutions. In addition to reliable various solution synthesis methods that contribute to the synthesis and high functionality of inorganic solid materials, we provide a detailed explanation of the practical aspects of new material exploration through solution parallel synthesis, offering an approach applicable to all inorganic materials. At the end of the book, there is a Shannon ion radius table and a comprehensive index, along with a CD-R containing color versions of the figures included in the book, gathering numerous graphs and data with clear explanations. This guidebook, written by an instructor who has received positive feedback in seminars, delivers practical knowledge not found in other publications.

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● An explanation of the bubble generation mechanisms, their characteristics and behaviors, and key points for applications, categorized by various generation methods! ~ Pressurized dissolution method, ejector method, Venturi tube method, nano-porous films, ultrasonic method, etc. ~ ● A discussion on the generation, coalescence, disappearance, and stabilization mechanisms of microbubbles and nanobubbles (fine bubbles and ultrafine bubbles), as well as their cleaning effects and biological activity effects! ● What are the physical properties and characteristics of bubbles, and how do their contraction behaviors, temperature effects, chemical reactions, interactions, and neutralization reactions work!? ● How is bubble diameter measured? What are the principles, advantages and disadvantages of various methods, and how are they selected? Various simulation examples aimed at particle behavior and property evaluation will also be introduced! ● An explanation of the latest research and development and utilization status in various fields, as well as considerations for setting conditions that correspond to the circumstances and realities of each field, and methods to bring out performance, including key points for application! ~ Nanoparticle synthesis, emulsions, crystallization, membrane filtration, water treatment, photochemical reactions, cleaning, sterilization, food, agriculture, aquaculture, bubble formulations, beauty, shipping, civil engineering, soil purification, etc. ~

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◎An easy-to-understand explanation for beginners, including key points to consider and essential knowledge of interface chemistry! - What is particle dispersion? What is a particle dispersion system? - Methods for producing particle dispersions: breakdown method and buildup method. - What states do the processes of wetting, mechanical disintegration, and stabilization indicate? - What colloid and interface chemistry knowledge should be known in practical particle dispersion? - What are the precautions and methods for particle dispersion in organic solvent systems? - What are the evaluation methods for the acidity of polymers and particles? - What is the concept behind designing binder resins for pigment dispersion? - What is the mechanism of action of pigment derivatives in particle dispersion in organic solvent systems? - What is particle dispersion in aqueous systems? - What is the relationship between the flow properties and sedimentation of particle dispersion liquids and the state of particle dispersion? - What is important when evaluating particle dispersion? - What types and classifications of dispersants are there? - What are some representative dispersion machines and dispersion processes? - What is a nano-sized dispersion machine? - Should solubility parameters be applied to particle dispersion and formulation design?

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○Enhancing surface analysis and evaluation techniques for nanoparticles!! How can we observe the surface modification state of nanoparticles? Focusing on the analysis and evaluation of nanoparticle surfaces and surface modification states! Covering everything from explanations of various analytical methods to simple evaluations conducted on-site! ○Detailed explanation of various surface modification techniques!! A wide range of topics from various surface modification methods to simultaneous operation of synthesis and surface modification (in-situ synthesis methods)! What are the methods for controlling the surface of nanoparticles? What is the optimal surface? ○What is the improvement of dispersibility through surface modification and its evaluation? Why is it difficult to disperse nanoparticles? What is surface modification for controlling the dispersion, adhesion, and aggregation behavior of nanoparticles? How is the dispersion state of surface-modified nanoparticles evaluated? ○Understanding the practical enhancement of nanoparticles through surface modification! What is the relationship between organic-inorganic hybrids and nanoparticle surface modification? Covering surface modification techniques for various nanoparticles, from metallic nanoparticles to magnetic nanoparticles, fluorescent nanoparticles, semiconductor nanoparticles, graphene, and other nanocarbons! ○What are the applications of surface-modified nanoparticles? Medical and cosmetic applications, biosensors, batteries, Conductive pastes, catalysts, pigments… What functions are required of nanoparticles in various fields? What types of surface modifications are being performed?

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"I am considering entering agriculture, but I don't know where to start." "I am exploring new business opportunities." "Although I entered the market, my business is not taking off." For those considering new business development and entry into agriculture, and for those struggling with operations after entry... <Highlighted Topics> ● The potential of agricultural business seen from domestic and international market trends - Guidance on building business models - Trends in agricultural entry within the country - Thorough explanation of laws and regulations related to agricultural entry by administrative scriveners! ● Latest trends in various businesses and considerations for commercialization - Current situations to consider before commercialization - Case studies of initiatives by various companies ● Examples of agricultural entry from different industries: 11 cases 【Construction industry / Software / Real estate / Social welfare / Cosmetics / Transportation, railways / Food manufacturers / Materials and parts / Electrical and equipment manufacturers (2 companies) / Initiatives for farming-type solar systems】 ● Learn from the failures of other companies! Keys to your business success - Analysis of the process and factors leading to business withdrawal (behind the scenes of achieving results...) - Points to consider when entering agriculture from different industries - Keys to successful commercialization learned from failures

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○ What are the robots and their functions that are truly needed in hospitals and social welfare facilities? ○ An explanation of the current state of sales promotion and distribution, market trends both domestically and internationally, and how to approach business and intellectual property strategies! ○ Insights on international safety standards ISO 13482, points to consider when obtaining CE marking, and the approach to legal regulations, risk management, and strategies! ○ What are the new materials expected to be applied and required in the future, such as graphene and artificial muscles, and what are the future developments? ○ From various sensing technologies like person and voice recognition to actuator technologies, power (battery) technologies like lithium batteries and wireless power transmission, and communication technologies like IoT cloud integration! ○ Various control technologies such as motion control, motor learning, haptics, and communication, as well as design considerations for acceptance! ○ HAL, Paro, HSR, Muscle Suit, RIBA, PALRO, Terapio, Lucia... A variety of specific examples of robots that have been developed and commercialized, ranging from medical function improvement and therapy to walking assistance, mobility and transfer support, rehabilitation support, and excretion assistance, as well as communication, bed monitoring, and ward round robots, including insights into the challenges faced during development!

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● Comprehensive explanation of the overall picture and trends of the plant business in domestic and international markets ◇ What should be produced? What are the promising cultivation items? ◇ What is the future of functional plants? What are the fields of activity? ◇ Topics companies should be aware of... Issues with functional labeling / Patent issues / Challenges in commercialization ◇ Market trends and actual trading conditions in various countries ◇ What are the fields of activity? Future prospects and considerations for commercialization ● Technologies for enhancing functional components and cultivation methods ◇ Techniques and research on enhancing components contained in various plants ◇ Storage and growth approaches for general agricultural products ◇ Cultivation methods and efforts towards commercialization ● Current status and potential of the functional plant business seen through case studies from various companies and universities - Utilization in pharmaceuticals - Development of the flavored sake "Kaneyama Raifuku Sake" - Application of organic JAS certified plants in cosmetics - Development of anti-glycation useful plants and their application in cosmetics - Utilization of monk fruit as a sweetener - Sixth industrialization by Keystone Technology Co., Ltd. - Entry into the plant factory business and cultivation of low-nitrate lettuce - Processing business for functional vegetables - Development of production technology for high-functionality vegetables

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★This publication covers the trends in development for product applications of CFRP and CFRTP, including key points for product design, molding and processing, secondary processing, product lifespan and evaluation, recycling, and examples of commercialization! It is packed with essential information for the future utilization of carbon fiber reinforced plastics! Be sure to check it out! ◎What is the reality of CFRP/CFRTP? In addition to development trends and characteristics, it provides detailed explanations of the key points necessary for commercialization! Efforts to reduce costs in various areas are also included! ◎What about processing technology? Important molding and processing technologies are thoroughly covered! Other secondary processing technologies are also highlighted! What about cutting methods? What are the key points of adhesive bonding technology? How is it evaluated? What about tool technology? ◎Essential for commercialization! Degradation, repair, and recycling technologies are also well covered! What are the efforts and evaluation examples aimed at improving product degradation and characteristics? Detailed explanations of essential repair technologies for generalization! Recycling technologies related to costs. Understand the current situation and research trends! ◎What is the reality of commercialization? What are the necessary characteristics and challenges? It lists the required characteristics and challenges for various applications, including automotive and aerospace, which are attracting attention. Various application examples are introduced! What will the future developments look like?

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- Details of various notifications and applications, as well as various testing methods, violations, and penalties - ○ What is the Chemical Substances Control Law (CSCL)? And what does it cover? A clear explanation of what falls under the CSCL based on its details. What types of applications are there? Who is exempt? ○ A detailed explanation of the practical aspects of notifications and applications for existing and new chemical substances! What is the difference between existing chemical substances and general chemical substances? Which substances do not require notification? What are the notifications for various chemical substances? What is the pre-notification for new chemical substances? How should one apply for small quantities of new chemical substances? A complete description of the practical flow from necessary documents to timing! ○ A clear description of the tests required by the CSCL, their details, and interpretation of results! Covering safety tests, biodegradability tests, concentration tests, and many other tests! You can also check the finer details you want to know for practical purposes! ○ Focused explanation on the handling of polymer compounds! What is the flow of the polymer flow scheme test? What is the reality? What is the definition of low-concern polymers? What about confirmation applications? ○ What happens if you violate the CSCL?? An explanation of the penalties under the CSCL and the Industrial Safety and Health Act! Examples of violations are also introduced. What should you do if you violate the law? Additional responses to keep in mind for different situations are also included! ○ What is the relationship with the Industrial Safety and Health Act? What is the pre-notification for new chemical substances? What is the purpose of testing and research? What are the differences from the CSCL? Is there consistency?

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◎ To formulate an efficient and effective patent strategy - Explanation of the types of patent searches and specific procedures along with key points to consider - The process of generating invention themes that lead to successful research and development ◎ Know-how from application to interim responses - Key points for patent claims and specifications that are easy for examiners to understand - Establishing rights to differentiate from competitors ◎ Learning from patent dispute cases for countermeasures against competitors - Practical response points in infringement lawsuits ◎ Industry-specific circumstances and practical responses seen through case studies by field - What commonalities should development sites and intellectual property personnel focus on, regardless of industry boundaries? - Industry-specific patent-related tasks - Pharmaceuticals: Responses for both innovative and generic drugs / Intellectual property systems unique to pharmaceuticals - Batteries: Social background and circumstances / Self-designation - Electrical equipment manufacturers: Defensive patent searches / Strategies for improving patent quality / Concrete examples of building a culture - Industry-academia collaboration: Matching universities and companies / Factors for success - Food: Challenges in different fields / Development team composition with affiliated companies and users - Chemical industry: Confirmation of infringement facts / PBP cream - IT and software: Roadmap to the ideal form / E-commerce / Pipe curves - Consultants active in research and development will share key points they emphasize in the field! Proposing a path to becoming an advanced intellectual property company.

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What can be done? What is needed? For those considering industrial applications of artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning-related technologies and their utilization. ◎ What is artificial intelligence? What is machine learning? What is deep learning? ◎ What are supervised learning, unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, and neural networks (NN)? What is remarkable about deep learning? What are the strategies behind the popular game of Go (AlphaGo)? Understand the basics of each technology thoroughly! ◎ Detailed explanations of image recognition, speech recognition, natural language processing, and more in each field ◎ ◎ Utilizing artificial intelligence! What is needed? How to handle data? What tools are available? What are the methods for implementation? ◎ What is required to leverage artificial intelligence? An explanation of everything from types of open-source tools like R, Python, and Spark to implementation methods for deep learning-related tools such as Caffe and Chainer! ◎ Issues surrounding artificial intelligence are also explained! What are the trends in legal regulations? Will singularity occur? ◎ ◎ What industrial fields can applications be found in? ◎ Explaining the impact on industries, from the application of deep learning in autonomous driving and artificial intelligence in drug discovery and medical diagnosis, to its use in robotics, visual inspection, material development, and energy!

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● Written by a lineup of authors active on the front lines! Published with the latest content reflecting trends from drupa 2016! ● A detailed explanation from the basics of types, materials, and equipment for UV curing to product applications in coatings, inks, and hard coats. ● Essential technological trends such as UV LED, UV inkjet, en-thiol curing, and hyperbranched polymers are also included. ● What is the current situation of water-based UV curing? What about self-repair? How should products be handled? Recent information of interest! ● What are the effects of light wavelength and illuminance, and how can conditions be optimized? What are the methods for curing shadowed areas? Key points essential for practical work are thoroughly explained. ● How can curing inhibition and curing shrinkage be prevented? What are the key points for preventing degradation? Problems that constantly arise are explained in detail from various perspectives! Evaluation and analysis methods are also thoroughly covered! For more details, please check our website!

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● Power supply technology aimed at low power consumption - Solving the challenge of operating time. Case study on the development of high-capacity lithium-ion batteries - Achieving both high capacity and high output. Explanation of three-dimensional structured lithium-ion batteries - Realizing energy loss reduction. Case study on the development of semiconductor polymers for organic thin-film batteries - What kind of power supply is suitable for wearable devices? ● Minimally invasive biosensing technology - Problem-solving methods for existing technologies. Explanation of applications to new services - Unique challenges of wearable types; what conditions are necessary for commercialization as medical devices? ● Applications of sensing technology and new service concepts - Development and introduction examples of emerging new devices and services - Business strategies for technologies to watch in this field and responses to the wearable market ● Key factors for entering the wearable device market - What killer applications and services are needed for quantitative proliferation? - New business in medical/healthcare settings utilizing the characteristics of wearables - Regulatory information and trends from the government side—barriers to entry, requirements for devices, personal information protection, and what is necessary for the market launch of medical healthcare devices - What conditions are necessary for biomaterials? What considerations should be taken into account regarding skin damage during device fabrication?

• Other power sources
• Secondary Cells/Batteries

Understand the mechanism, elements, and structure of twin-screw extruders! What are the differences between single-screw and twin-screw extrusion? When should a twin-screw extruder be utilized? Essential points for the practical use of twin-screw extruders will also be explained! Let's use this information for troubleshooting! What impact do various condition settings and parameters have on material properties? Let's grasp the key points for inspection, maintenance, and upkeep of twin-screw extruders! Detailed explanation of compounding technology, alloys, blends, and other various application technologies. Reactive extrusion and reactive processing... What is structural control through mixing? From the technical overview of nano-dispersion and nano-composites to evaluation and scale-up! Recent topics such as applications to carbon fibers and cellulose nanofibers will also be discussed. Understand the screw design of twin-screw extruders and the combinations of segments! What are the characteristics of twin-screw extruders and their mixing and dispersion behavior? What are the screw shapes for different processes? What are the methods for screw design? What are the considerations for combining screw mixing elements and their applications? Thoroughly grasp the methods and evaluations of simulation and visualization! Detailed explanations of various simulations will be provided in an easy-to-understand manner! How is the dispersion behavior evaluated using twin-screw extruders? What are the visualization techniques for mixing using twin-screw extruders?

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★ How can measurements of the brain and physiological indicators be utilized in business? With the transformation in handling information through IoT, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data, why measure humans? What is the significance of measuring biometric information in advertising and promotion? ★ A clear and detailed explanation of various biometric measurement methods! What are the differences between the various brain measurement techniques (fMRI, fNIRS, EEG, MEG)? How are eye movements, heart rate, pulse, electromyography, and facial expressions measured, and what can they be used for? ★ What advancements are being made in biometric measurement devices? How is biometric sensing being utilized for sensory evaluation? What is the optical topography technology that is being applied in various ways? EEG devices are becoming more accessible! What are the development trends for wearable EEG devices? ★ What are the specific methods and issues for utilizing biometric measurements in sensory evaluation and product development? How should data be handled? What is objective sensory evaluation using the fractal nature of EEG? What about fatigue and stress assessment? What are the legal issues regarding the use of biometric data? ★ Experts and companies at the forefront of applying these technologies to product development explain in detail with abundant case studies from various companies! How is biometric measurement being utilized in the automotive industry? What are the application examples in healthcare (hygiene products)?

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★A clear explanation of the basics of grinding! Why do things break? Basics of destruction and strength, etc. A solid understanding of the foundational technologies for grinding, including particle strength, hardness, and particle size. ★Practical know-how for effective grinding! From the ease and difficulty of grinding to particle size distribution know-how, detailed explanations of the characteristics and selection of various grinding machines, and methods for improving efficiency, packed with essential knowledge for practical use. Also discusses improving the energy efficiency of grinding machines. ★Detailed explanation of simulations and grinding phenomena in mills! What about simulations of media movement using DEM? What is the relationship between ball movement in the mill and grinding phenomena? Optimization of mill structure? What is the relationship between the energy of media movement and mechanochemical effects? ★Comprehensive troubleshooting! Effects of humidity, measures against agglomeration, points to note in particle size distribution measurement results, dust explosions, static electricity, contamination, and detailed descriptions of various troubles and prevention measures. ★Detailed explanation of mechanochemical effects with numerous concrete examples! From the activation of solids through grinding, amorphization of solid crystals, phase transitions, to material synthesis, decomposition of resins, and resource utilization, a wealth of content tailored to various purposes!

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● Key Points for Product Development Derived from the Latest Market Trends ⇒ What areas are experiencing increased demand? What are the key points for commercialization in the Japanese and overseas markets? What are the changes in overseas needs and noteworthy products? ● How to Understand the Mechanism of Functional Expression and Its Evaluation Methods? ⇒ What are the causes of variability in evaluation results? How should data be handled when multiple components are involved? Safety of the antibacterial agents themselves, safety testing and evaluation examples of the processed products. ● How to Impart Antibacterial, Anti-Mold, and Anti-Viral Properties to Products? ⇒ From material design guidelines to know-how in product development such as addressing discoloration during blending. Examples of promoting product utilization using unique certification standards, with useful points for commercialization explained throughout! ● What are the Necessary Conditions, Procedures, and Display Precautions for Obtaining Product Certification Marks? ~ Evaluation standards / testing methods / reference values / characteristics of each mark, etc. ⇒ Explanation of how to comply with industry standards by certification bodies such as NITE and SIAA! ● Procedures and Key Points for Responding to Regulations in Various Countries for Product Development and Sales ~ Europe, the United States, China, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, etc. ⇒ What domestic and international regulations exist, and what responses should be taken? Detailed information from the current situation in Southeast Asia, which is difficult to grasp, to essential matters such as the BPR directive!

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• Organic Natural Materials
• Chemicals

★What are quantum dot materials that have recently gained attention for their incorporation into displays? Learn about the technology and applications of colloidal quantum dots, including band structure and size. ★What are the fabrication techniques for colloidal quantum dots? Detailed explanations of production in aqueous solutions, solvents, and glass. ★From practical points such as stabilization techniques for quantum dots, longevity techniques, and dispersion stabilization, to particle size evaluation techniques and fluorescence/lifetime evaluation, essential technologies for practical use are thoroughly covered. ★Essential for commercialization! A detailed explanation of the trends and outlook for Cd-free quantum dots. ★Quantum rods, carbon-based quantum dots, perovskite-type quantum dots, Si quantum dots, etc. Researchers and companies at the forefront write about the latest trends of interest! ★What is the current status of applications in displays, which are receiving the most attention? How are companies responding? Understand the actual market trends from suppliers to product trends! ★Coverage from the structure and characteristics of quantum dot LEDs (QLED) to fabrication methods, evaluation, and outlook! Let's get a solid grasp of next-generation light sources! ★Indications of the potential for various applications such as improving the efficiency of solar cells, fluorescent probes/molecular imaging, lasers, etc.

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●Approach to material design and development for high capacity, improved safety, and rapid charging of LiB 　・Handling and selection of additives and conductive aids for electrolytes that lead to good performance 　・Powder technology and materials that contribute to high performance of batteries 　・From overcharge prevention using electrolytes to flame retardancy assurance technologies and oxidation suppression methods 　・Development of separators that balance thin film and safety, along with evaluation in actual batteries 　・Design guidelines and safety measures for battery packs that should be considered in equipment development ●Comprehensive and easy-to-understand explanation of various evaluation tests and safety standards! 　・What methods are used to estimate the various states of the battery? 　・Safety considerations based on materials, development design, and operation ●Topics and market trends related to LiB, and its future potential 　・Market data (quantity and shipment value) for each component, surrounding the automotive/component manufacturers 　・What direction should manufacturers take and look towards in order to succeed in competition, based on trends of major companies both domestically and internationally? 　・Proposals for the applications and management methods of LiB in IoT and smart societies

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• Lithium-ion battery
• Other polymer materials

★ A wide range of writers, from manufacturer engineers in various fields such as coatings, painting equipment, automobiles, and analysis evaluation, to veteran engineers who are well-versed in painting, provide detailed explanations of the key points in painting and coatings. ★ What are the key points of painting from the perspectives of "coatings," "application," and "drying"? What is the relationship between the design and composition of coatings and the resulting film? What are the characteristics and usage of additives? Why do defects occur during drying? What are the key points for uniform application and drying? ★ A detailed explanation of the essential physical property control needed to create a good coating. How can adhesion and cohesion be improved? What are the methods for controlling film thickness? How can the viscoelasticity of coatings be controlled, and how can rheology be utilized? ★ Engineers from various manufacturers explain the characteristics and differences of various painting methods and the handling of painting equipment. ★ A comprehensive understanding of coating analysis, evaluation, and simulation. Detailed explanations from composition analysis and adhesion evaluation of coatings to an overview of various weather resistance tests and degradation evaluation! The latest trends in evaluation equipment are also included. Understand everything from the basics of simulation to 3D printing simulation. ★ Comprehensive troubleshooting. What measures can be taken for curing failures and adhesion failures? Understand solutions for painting troubles such as splattering, runs, and unevenness, as well as degradation measures for blisters, cracks, and peeling! ★ Important practical points such as compliance with chemical substance regulations and issues related to automotive coatings are also included.

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●Specific examples of operational design and initiatives aimed at practical application 【Manufacturing / Development / Marketing / Automotive / Finance / Environment / Agriculture / Healthcare】 - How is data collection conducted? ⇒ Sensing technologies and devices used / Types and amounts of necessary data / Points to consider during data collection - Learning points from handling data lying dormant inside and outside the company ⇒ How to handle big data / Tips for situations with limited data / Methods for improving accuracy / Criteria for selecting learning methods and learning processes / Verification of messy data - Application to actual business operations. From system theory to operational utilization methods ⇒ Process from problem setting to resolution / Issues that arise during implementation and solutions / Development process of services and operational results ●To utilize machine learning and artificial intelligence in practice. What are the necessary requirements for companies and on-site operations? ●Explanation of machine learning methods by purpose - correctly understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each method! ●Learn specifically from mainstream tools to handling languages!

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What can be achieved by utilizing IoT? Is it better to implement it? This book is packed with hints for implementation through abundant case studies and improvement proposals! A must-read! Key points of this book: ◎ What is IoT in the manufacturing industry? ◎ ◎ Innovation in production sites through IoT and AI... What are the necessary technological elements? ◎ How can AI be utilized in manufacturing sites? How does deep learning change the manufacturing environment? ◎ What kind of sensors are needed? Comprehensive coverage of devices ◎ An overview of sensor networks and wireless communication technologies like LPWA is clearly explained! It also covers wearable devices and energy used in IoT. ◎ Insightful content for actual operation ◎ From essential points such as costs, effect measurement, and reasons for failure to IoT platforms, security issues, intellectual property strategies, and human resource development. ◎ What can be achieved by implementing IoT in manufacturing sites? A wealth of case studies and proposals for IoT and AI utilization ◎ Featuring major applications such as anomaly detection, image recognition, predictive maintenance, as well as production efficiency improvement cases like operation management, workflow management, and inventory management! Examples of IoT utilization in small and medium-sized enterprises and in food manufacturing are also included.

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