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This book presents research advances in automotive AC systems using an interdisciplinary approach combining both thermal science, and automotive engineering. It covers a variety of topics, such as: control strategies, optimization algorithms, and diagnosis schemes developed for when automotive air condition systems interact with powertrain dynamics. In contrast to the rapid advances in the fields of building HVAC and automotive separately, an interdisciplinary examination of both areas has long been neglected. The content presented in this book not only reveals opportunities when interaction between on-board HVAC and powertrain is considered, but also provides new findings to achieve performance improvement using model-based methodologies.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the physical properties of foods and the advanced technologies used to measure them. Key topics include optical, thermal, acoustic, rheological, textural, and other properties. For each property, the book covers principles, measurement methods and technologies, data processing techniques, and applications in food quality evaluation and monitoring. While it discusses advanced technologies such as near-infrared spectroscopy, computer vision, spectral imaging, acoustic resonance analysis, electronic noses/tongues/eyes, and multi-sensor data fusion in detail, the book also introduces intelligent equipment design and real-time quality monitoring systems for the food industry. The publication will enable readers to understand the principles of various non-destructive food quality measurement techniques and apply them for in-situ evaluation and in-field monitoring. It will serve as a valuable reference for undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and professionals in food science and engineering.