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The Academy has available with it the following Monographs/ Proceedings/ Policy Papers on latest technological subjects. The books may be obtained by placing an order on the Academy. The payment may be sent to the Academy by Demand Draft in favour of "Indian National Academy of Engineering" for the requisite amount as quoted against the publications.

 

1. Title Software Technology : Challenges and Opportunities   - Proc. INAE Bangalore 1992
Author/Editor Rajaraman (V)  ed.
Publisher Tata McGraw Hill Ltd
Place of Publication New Delhi
Publication Date 1993
Price Rs.200/-($ 20)
Details/Abstract

Proceedings of the discussion meeting held at Bangalore in 1992.  It focuses on factors that influence the growth of software industry, govt. policies, software engineering, manufacturing and robotics. 

2. Title Materials Technology : Challenges and Opportunities  - National Seminar 1991
Author/Editor sundaram C V  &  ranganathan S  edS.
Publisher ALLIED Publishers Ltd
Place of Publication New Delhi
Publication Date 1992
Price Rs.200/-($ 20)
Details/Abstract

Discussions held at a National Seminar in 1991. It presents an action plan to make India a significant material power

 

3. Title Energy For Growth and Sustainability  - Proc  Int Workshop, Kalpakkam 1998
Author/Editor Indian National Academy of Engineering
Publisher ALLIED Publishers Ltd
Place of Publication New Delhi
Publication Date 1998
Price Rs.500/-($ 50)
Details/Abstract

Proceedings of the International Workshop held at Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu in June 1998. Assessement of the potential of various electricity generating systems in our country, technological issues that need to be tackled and strategies to be adopted.

4. Title Chemical Technology for Better Environment
Author/Editor ROY (TK) ED.
Publisher ALLIED Publishers Ltd
Place of Publication New Delhi
Publication Date  -
Price Rs.650/-($ 65)
Details/Abstract

The book discusses the recent innovations which will make manufacturing processes cleaner and products more ecofriendly. The book in its twelve chapters has focussed on the actions and practical measures which a developing nation can take to ensure sustainable growth of its process industries.

5. Title Manufacturing  Technology Beyond 2000 - Proc. Int. Seminar  Bangalore 2000
Author/Editor Indian National Academy of Engineering
Publisher ALLIED Publishers Ltd
Place of Publication New Delhi
Publication Date 2000
Price Rs.200/-($ 20)
Details/Abstract

Manufacturing Technology plays a vital role for development of the country’s industrial growth and largely dictates the trend of the economy. The book contains theme papers on Manufacturing for the New Millenium, Robotics, FMS & Factory Automation, Technology Options, IT and others presented at International Seminar in Oct. 2000 at Bangalore

6. Title NDE Science & Technology for Quality Improvement   - Workshop Bangalore
Author/Editor Indian National Academy of Engineering, Indian Society for Non-Destructive Testing & QUNEST Foundation
Publisher
Place NIAS, Bangalore
Publication Date 1999
Price Rs.400/-($ 40)
Details/Abstract

The book brings out role of NDE in quality improvement in the products, services and the organization as a whole with examples of its successful application in a spectrum of industries. It covers various facets including design, production, automation and robotics, software, maintenance, condition monitoring, life extension, education and training, codes and standards and accreditation.

 

7. Title National Connectivity Vision : Surface Transportation and Communication
Author/Editor Indian National Academy of Engineering
Publisher
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Price Rs.400/-($ 40)
Details/Abstract

Surface Transportation of passengers and freight, which is the lifeline of Indian economy, is shared by the Railways and the Automobiles. The proportion of passengers and freight traffic moved by buses and trucks has risen to about 80% and 70% since 1951. Whereas Indian Railway network is the second largest in the world, the road network is still in the unorganized sector. On an average, 1.75 lakh commercial vehicles valued at Rs.10,000 crores are inducted in the fleet each year. The book lays special emphasis on road and rail transport and the influence which Communication and Information Technology can exercise in providing an optimal national connectivity vision for the country.

8. Title Technology Management
Author/Editor Indian National Academy of Engineering
Publisher
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Price Rs.450/-($ 45)
Details/Abstract

One of the important components of Technology Management is the management of innovation which involves the creation and introduction of new products, processes, services into the market. Technology Management is highly interdisciplinary and time varying; thus requiring prompt and appropriate response. The new mindsets are required to grasp the evolving paradigms. In the Indian industrial scenario, Post-World War-II, there have been success stories and there have been failures in the sphere of technology management. It is essential to comprehend the success stories in technology management so that India can build on them in the future. The book focuses thrusts in various facets on Creativity & Innovation in Technology Management, Academia-R&D-Industry Interaction, Manufacturing Industry, Technology Acquisition/Management, Strategic Sector, Intellectual Property Rights and Patents and Technology and Society. 

 

9. Title Information and Network Security
Author/Editor Indian National Academy of Engineering
Publisher
Place
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Price Rs.450/-($ 45)
Details/Abstract

Advent of the ‘internet’ in the last decade or so has had profound influence on education and research and since extended to business and industry. The Government of India IT Act of October 2000 empowers the enforcement agencies to quell misuse of Information Networks. This book focuses comprehensive attention on the changing paradigms on Information Technology. Twenty two papers presented in this volume cover all facets related with Wireless Security, Cryptography Techniques and Bio-metric Recognition systems as also to enforce Cyber Laws for optimum exploitation of the ‘systems’ approach to safeguard National Security and simultaneously give a fillip to e-business. 

10. Title Engineered Building Materials and their Performance
Author/Editor Indian National Academy of Engineering
Publisher
Place
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Price Rs.725/-($ 73)
Details/Abstract

Last few decades have seen rapid advances in construction materials. Man’s endeavour for innovative structural forms, will to conquer difficult terrains with long-lasting structures, degradation of atmospheric conditions etc. all have necessitated development of more efficient and engineered materials, tailor made for specific challenging requirements which were hitherto not so demanding. India needs appropriate materials technology for a variety of buildings ranging from heritage buildings to skyscrapers. Repairs and rehabilitation needs are on an increase for all types of structures. The technologies need to be disseminated to the young breed of structural/civil engineers of the country so as to equip them for early adoption of these in their professional career. The book covers 30 papers comprising all facets of materials technology for a variety of buildings. 

 

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INAE Lecture Series 

Rs.50/-(US $ 5) 

"R&D Challenges in Nuclear Technology" (1996 )
"Konkan Railway : A Unique Success";  "Vision 2020 : What India should do?"; "Inevitability of Nuclear Energy" (1997)
"Engineering as an Innovator of Change in Society and the Role of Engineering Academies"(1998)
"Enlisting Technology as an Ally in the movement for social and Gender Equity" (2000)

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