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**Points of this Book** - Development roadmaps and market outlooks for domestic and international companies, investment trends in China, and promising applications. - Whole transport materials, crystalline materials, transparent conductive films, sealing materials, carbon-based electrodes, polycrystalline layers... Explanation of the required performance and development trends of various components, their contribution to solar cells, and efforts for high performance. - Explanation of various technologies related to battery manufacturing and installation, such as film formation, coating and drying, and processing. What equipment and key technologies are needed? What should be considered during the process? How to install and construct perovskite solar cells? Introduction of developing methods and demonstration tests! - Introduction of recent research topics such as lead-free degradation countermeasures, tandem structures, and multilayer porous types. How to improve durability? What is necessary for large-area applications? Efforts to enhance performance from surface processing treatments. - Explanation of various evaluation methods necessary for material research, including power generation behavior, characteristics, crystal structure, and defect changes! What can be understood from each method? How to interpret evaluation results, and what are the highly reproducible evaluation methods?

• Solar power generation
• Parts and Materials
• Measurement and Inspection

- Domestic and international policies, projects, development trends, and market entry points for offshore wind power: Current status and challenges of the supply chain and infrastructure, regulatory and standardization trends, cost structure, risk management, etc. - Design and construction technology for wind turbines: Structural design and assembly/construction procedures for floating and fixed structures, along with key considerations. - Various components, materials, and related technologies: From equipment systems such as bearings and motors to blades, magnets, floats, paints, lubricants, cables, and SEP vessels, covering various related technological elements and corresponding materials. - Measurement and control technology: From sensors and measurement technologies such as LiDAR and underwater wireless to wind conditions and power generation forecasting, rotor control, grid interconnection and output control, and the use of AI. - Various challenges arising during construction and long-term operation and their countermeasures: Lightning damage, noise, erosion, corrosion, environmental impacts, etc. - Essential maintenance management and maintenance technologies for offshore operations: From the overall picture of operation and maintenance management to condition monitoring and new technologies such as drones, AI, and underwater robots. - Disposal and recycling processing technologies after operation: Basic dismantling, disposal, and recycling flows, recycling processing technologies centered on blades, and reuse applications.

• Wind power generation
• Power generation facilities
• Power and Energy Equipment

- Current status of material recycling both domestically and internationally, contents of the Plastic Resource Circulation Promotion Act, and points for companies to consider. - Overview of plastic recycling technologies and quality improvement, evaluation responses. - Overview of chemical recycling/material recycling technologies, comparisons of various methods, and types of plastics that can be applied. - Simple evaluation methods for used plastics and examples of analysis. - Factors causing quality degradation of recycled materials and improvement measures. - Trends in recycling technology development by product type: automobiles, industrial waste, container packaging, composite plastics, etc. - Types of plastics handled, processes from collection of recycled materials to processing, methods for sorting foreign substances, and quality control methods. - Challenges and responses related to composite plastics containing a large amount of foreign substances. - Considerations for social implementation, including durability and physical property degradation measures, environmental impact assessments, costs, and foreign substance countermeasures. - Decarbonization effects of recycling and setting goals for resource circulation. - Explanation of examples of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Evaluation conditions and methods for calculating CO2 emissions. - How can companies set goals related to resource circulation? An introduction to the thought process, specific flow, and examples of indicators.

• Other resource recycling

This book provides a multifaceted understanding of the current state of drug development technology, including the licensing situation of modalities in Japan and abroad, as well as technology development using AI.

• others

- Comprehensive overview of domestic and international PFAS regulatory trends! How should we understand and respond to their definitions? A thorough review of legal risks, information gathering methods regarding content, and practical approaches considering future directions! - Characteristics, reactions, and various behaviors of PFAS! Insights into the mechanisms of physical property manifestation that have recently come to light, as well as findings on environmental behavior and biological impacts. - What are the issues with PFAS analysis? What are the necessary considerations and points to be aware of? An explanation of various analytical methods and approaches to measurement and analysis based on specific examples tailored to different subjects and objectives! - What is the current status of treatment and purification technologies for PFAS-containing waste, soil, and contaminated water? Gain an understanding of various degradation, adsorption removal, and purification treatment technology trends! - Trends in the use of PFAS across various fields and applications, as well as countermeasures and alternatives! Healthcare, packaging and food contact materials, semiconductors, construction and civil engineering, and more...

• Hydrogen Production

- Overview of the market, learning the necessary high-frequency knowledge from the basics for involvement in 5G/6G. - What are the required characteristics and design policies for high performance of each component in preparation for Beyond 5G/6G? ⇒ Shielding materials, electromagnetic wave absorption materials, polyimide resins, materials for printed wiring boards/substrates, 3D printing materials, fluororesin substrates, film materials, resin hardeners, foams, etc. ⇒ What are the necessary conditions for materials such as transmission loss, relative permittivity, dielectric loss tangent, flame retardancy, processability, etc.? What are the selection criteria for materials? ⇒ Composition of components and the reasons for it, design design, manufacturing methods, evaluation results, etc. - Measurement methods for dielectric properties and how to differentiate them, measurement and calculation methods for permittivity/relative permittivity/dielectric loss tangent. - Methods for improving interfacial adhesion and adhesion, technologies for enhancing the adhesion of difficult-to-bond materials through surface treatment, packaging technologies in 5G/6G, etc.

• Information and communication equipment and infrastructure

Book Title: Current and Future of Land-Based Aquaculture From Initiatives in Industry Promotion, Environmental Response, and Profitability Trends in Closed-Loop Land-Based Aquaculture Systems, Entry Knowledge, and Cultivation Cases Scheduled for Publication in February 2024 Land-based aquaculture is expanding from various perspectives such as food tech, environmental conservation, and regional promotion. Let's thoroughly understand the circumstances and technologies surrounding the spotlighted closed-loop land-based aquaculture! ★ What are the current domestic and international market trends? Detailed explanations of the regulations, subsidies, and other circumstances surrounding aquaculture necessary for entry! ★ Coverage of the latest system trends including water quality maintenance, IoT utilization, simulations, and feed! ★ What is the relationship between environmentally friendly land-based aquaculture and SDGs? How is renewable energy utilized? What about energy efficiency? ★ Detailed explanations of business models leveraging branding and the strengths of land-based aquaculture aimed at industry promotion and profitability. ★ Includes production management and cultivation cases for various species such as shrimp, salmon, pufferfish, abalone, and seaweed!

• others

- What are the electricity costs, water electrolysis costs, and their economic viability? What are the perspectives on research and development and business entry? - Comprehensive coverage of the characteristics and challenges of various devices and methods! From the notable E-TAC method to seawater electrolysis technology! - Inclusion of various fundamental theories related to water electrolysis, measurement methods, and simulation methods! - Detailed explanation of material technologies such as electrodes, catalysts, and electrolytes, as well as their process technologies! - What are the design and output fluctuation countermeasures for water electrolysis systems with the introduction of renewable energy!? - On-site utilization, factory applications, automotive fuel applications, methanation, and more, discussing various application technologies and their prospects based on the development of green hydrogen!

• Hydrogen Production

- A wide range of energy-saving measures is introduced, from equipment with particularly high energy consumption such as compressors, boilers, air conditioning, and refrigerators, to energy-saving solutions for specific processes like drying, crushing, and painting! - What are the ways to minimize initial investment? What are the criteria for equipment renewal? What does energy-saving look like while utilizing existing equipment? How can we balance production quality assurance with energy savings? New approaches using exergy analysis will also be introduced! - Understand environmental laws and the measures that will be required of companies in the future! An explanation of systems and legal aspects related to decarbonization methods such as carbon credits and non-fossil certificates. - How should companies grasp their energy consumption and advance decarbonization/energy-saving activities? Points for collecting and analyzing electricity data, methods for calculating carbon footprints by product, the recognition required from management and personnel, and how to establish an internal system should be addressed.

• Heat and Drying Treatment Systems

Book Title: Practical Applications and Examples of CO2 Emission Calculation and LCA for Better Environmental Management Latest Edition Published in March 2023!! ★ How to grasp carbon dioxide emissions? What will future LCA look like? What are the concepts of carbon footprint, Scope 3, and reduction contributions? Understand the principles thoroughly. ★ What is the difference between external calculations and in-house calculations? How to select and utilize databases and software? How should the results of emission calculations and LCA be utilized? What is the concept of carbon pricing? ★ Calculation methods when using recycled materials, renewable energy, and bioprocesses, as well as comprehensive coverage of key points such as allocation of emissions to multiple products and handling of transportation. ★ LCA from oil to plastic to recycling, and case studies in various fields such as LCA in the automotive sector are also included!

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● What responses and certifications will be required from companies in the future? Which laws should be prioritized? What subsidies are available? How do investors view ESG activities? Trends in responses from major companies, etc. 〇 How to calculate and understand GHG emissions, an overview of scopes 1 to 3, the process and approach for calculating emissions, and explanations of calculation methods with specific examples. ● Various CO2 capture technologies (chemical absorption, physical absorption, membrane separation) ⇒ Mechanisms of separation and recovery, production of absorbents, performance/cost comparisons, key technologies and equipment, methods for estimating recovery costs and calculation examples, etc. 〇 Considerations during the planning and design phase for decarbonization ⇒ Balancing business opportunity acquisition and GHG reduction, approaches for planning and organizational development, utilization of ICT functions, etc. ● What are the potential uses after CO2 capture? (CCS, CCUS, useful material synthesis, methanation, IGCC, DAC, etc.) ⇒ Explanation of profitability and practicality, necessary equipment and technologies, business challenges, and the status of overseas utilization, etc.

• Other resource recycling
• Waste treatment facility
• Collection and transportation

★ Investigation and sampling methods for odor sources ★ Examples of odor analysis: Correlation between sensory evaluation results and instrumental analysis data ★ Types of odors for various products / Product development related to odors ★ Odor troubleshooting / Complaint handling This book condenses field-level questions and practical know-how related to odors in a Q&A format. It is a must-read for everyone involved with odors! ★ The appendix introduces key terms for expressing odors. "I want to express an odor I have no experience with" "I want to know more descriptions related to odor quality..." We respond to such requests.

• Environmental Survey
• Other measuring instruments
• Other analytical equipment

★In the field of product development and market launch, we compile common questions and detailed inquiries faced by practical personnel and solve issues in a Q&A format! We also explain changes in needs and business models due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ●Certification standards and methods necessary for commercialization ⇒ "I want to efficiently pass certification standards," "What are the methods for complying with regulations in various countries?" "How can I add and display antibacterial properties on medical devices?" etc. ●Q&A related to antibacterial processing and evaluation ⇒ "How can I improve the durability of the treated surface?" "I want to maintain antibacterial properties during resin blending and coating," "What evaluation methods consider actual usage?" etc. ●Q&A related to antiviral processing and evaluation ⇒ "What are the processing methods for fibers, films, and resin materials?" "What measurement methods can quantify results in a short time?" "Can we conduct simple evaluations in-house?" etc.

• Nursing care products

★Market Trends Surrounding the Algae Business and Its Potential ⇒ Market size and its value, the status of research and development both domestically and internationally, and how it relates to existing businesses and technologies. ★Essential Technologies for Cultivating Algae Indoors and Outdoors and Their Practical Application - Collection of algae, preparation of culture media, screening and breeding methods for culture strains - Large-scale cultivation techniques indoors and outdoors (environmental factors, criteria for selecting culture strains, equipment used, production volume, management methods, etc.) - Environmental design for indoor cultivation (light environment, shape of culture vessels, dissolved oxygen concentration), introduction of design examples and specifications for practical plants - Examples of cultivation troubles such as contamination and their prevention and countermeasures - Performance evaluation methods for cultivation environments (temperature, light, CO2 concentration, etc.) - What happens after cultivating algae? Concentration, drying, component extraction, and component analysis and evaluation techniques ★Examples of Initiatives in Various Fields for Utilizing Algae and Considerations for Commercialization ⇒ An explanation of the estimated production/processing costs of algae biomass, along with the results of demonstration tests for various applications, the potential and challenges for practical application, and future prospects. ★To Ensure Research and Development Does Not End There... Key Points for Business Success ⇒ An explanation based on years of experience in algae research and product development, detailing the journey from basic research to business success.

• Other services and technologies
• Other Hydrogen/Fuel Cells

● Why do many companies fail...? Examples of common pitfalls in data collection that many companies fall into, countermeasures, and how to coordinate between the field and management. 〇 Before advancing to DX... Examples of initiatives to improve productivity using IoT and AI ⇒ Digitalization of on-site know-how and skilled labor tasks, data acquisition approaches with outdated equipment and improvements in production efficiency, front-loading technology in equipment development. 〇 We will answer common questions from the field! "I want to visualize the effects after implementation," "Can it be realized in existing factories?" "Will jobs be taken away from people?" "Is complete automation necessary?" and more. 〇 Advanced examples from various companies and initiatives towards DX ~ Development of human resources, establishment of operational systems, cost awareness, engagement with other players, and strategies for permeating the field.

• IoT
• Big Data
• Database

★In terms of public health, what technologies and applications will be required to reduce user anxiety following the COVID-19 pandemic? ★Design and development technology for non-contact devices and promising related components 　⇒ Explanation of principles of aerial imaging, system configuration, achieving high sensitivity and noise resistance, challenges and countermeasures in recognition processing and detection, model training, and haptic feedback technology during device operation, along with development examples. 　⇒ Features of each component, design points and considerations, required performance, manufacturing, molding, and processing technologies, application considerations for heat-resistant and low-birefringence resins, evaluation methods, optical simulation results, examples of applications in devices, etc. ★Key points in the design and development of non-contact biometric sensing technology and devices 　・Processing and handling of biological signals ⇒ Preprocessing, data analysis methods, data mining techniques and examples, noise factors and their countermeasures. 　・Technical explanations and design development points for image processing, vital sensing, body communication, and voice UI. ★What applications will be in demand in the market in the coming era? 　⇒ What are the changes in the needs for touchless products/services? What are the key factors for widespread adoption? An explanation of the business outlook and development status of various companies.

• Entrance/Exit Gate System
• Home elevators and stairlifts
• Other store equipment and supplies

【Recommended for the following individuals】 - Those considering entering or starting in the space industry and space business. - Those interested in utilizing remote sensing data. - Those looking to add value to their products using space as a keyword. ● Explanation of areas that non-space companies can target and perspectives for entry using their own technologies. What are the business opportunities for equipment/component manufacturers and material manufacturers? ● Key points in the design and development of space components. Differences in required characteristics compared to commercial parts, unique challenges of space applications, necessary certifications for manufacturers, evaluation standards, and quality testing methods. ● Necessary technologies and initiatives for commercialization in various fields such as regional revitalization, satellite communication technology, primary production, space food, water resource management, and robotics, etc. ● Explanation of the information obtained from satellite data and its utilization methods, as well as new business forms utilizing data. ⇒ Detailed explanations of necessary human resources, essential technologies, technical barriers and their solutions, and initiatives for entering different fields. ● Legal considerations for various business forms such as the utilization of satellite data and satellite trading. Introduction of funding methods for small and medium-sized enterprises and venture companies, barriers after starting a business, and case studies of approaches to solve these issues.

• Big Data
• IoT
• Database

★【The Key to Project Success!】 Practical Techniques for Data Preprocessing Explained ⇒ Methods for feature generation according to data types, techniques for data augmentation and transfer learning, considerations for handling missing values and their imputation, removal, and replacement methods, which preprocessing techniques to use and how to determine that, measures against leakage (the inclusion of unnecessary data), a list of convenient tools for processing, and more... explained by active data scientists! ★ How to Approach Data Analysis and Examples by Field! ⇒ Mentioning practical techniques that engineers on the ground will definitely relate to, including common challenges and their solutions! ★ How to correctly handle "technologies and means," including AI (artificial intelligence), by working backward from customer and company objectives? ★ Steps and considerations for efficiently acquiring high-quality data ★ Which metrics should be used to evaluate machine learning models? What is the recently highlighted explainable AI (XAI)? ★ What are the factors that lead many companies to fail in implementing AI and machine learning? What are the commonalities of successful projects? ★ How should organizations be structured for AI implementation, what know-how is needed for the operation of developed products, and how should business profitability be evaluated?

• Recommendations
• IoT
• Big Data

●Understand by purpose! Essential technologies for implementing various processing methods and applications ●Learn hands-on! How to create a document classification model ⇒ Based on example problems, we will explain step by step the preparation of data, preprocessing, fine-tuning settings, etc., along with abundant source code. ●Directly linked to improving processing accuracy! Practical "preprocessing" methods and implementations ⇒ How to handle proper nouns? What measures to take for notation variations? Introduction of useful tools and libraries, etc. ●Research and development trends and application examples by application ⇒ Proposing approaches to challenges encountered in practice, such as dealing with data shortages and unknown words not present in training data, recognition of domain-specific proper expressions, and ways to utilize datasets.

• Business Card Management System
• WEB customer service system
• Big Data

- Starting with the basics of machine learning as an introduction, each method of anomaly detection capable of addressing various issues will be explained. - The steps for building anomaly detection models (constructing learning models, defining anomaly levels, setting thresholds) and the flow from data measurement to model implementation will be explained using state anomaly detection in manufacturing as an example. - Practical techniques aimed at those seeking to put these methods into practice will be explained. ⇒ Introducing methods for improving accuracy, such as defining anomalies, approaches when data is scarce, and evaluation methods for systems. - How to establish an internal environment to introduce and utilize AI effectively. ⇒ Approaches to problem-solving during system operation, collaboration with the field, and securing talent, as seen in the initiatives of overseas companies. - Approaches to anomaly detection and case studies for implementation across various fields and types of data [total of 13 items]. - What should be prepared? ⇒ Consideration of cost-effectiveness, data sensing methods, the amount and types of necessary learning data, etc. - Examples of acquired data and analysis ⇒ Preprocessing, data augmentation, time series data analysis, feature extraction, evaluation methods, etc. - Application to the field and operational improvements ⇒ System configuration and design points, additional learning, challenges during the introduction of anomaly detection, etc.

• others
• ERP (core system)

**Market Trends and Key Points to Watch for 5G-Related Services and Devices** ● What changes are expected with the 5G transformation of base stations, smartphones, and other devices? Trends in the market and directions toward practical implementation. **Key Technological Elements Driving the Expansion of 5G** ● "Consideration of Semiconductor Speedup": A key technology for 5G! Explanation of the thinning of connection circuits and encapsulation technology, which are important factors for speedup. 〇 "Massive MIMO": A key technology for communication systems! Technical challenges for hardware realization and proposals for specific configurations. ● "High-Speed Compatible FPC": Methods and material selection for high-speed transmission. 〇 "5G Antennas": Structure, design examples, and essential points for arraying millimeter-wave planar array antennas. ● Concerns about smartphones in the 5G era: Required characteristics for enclosures and antenna materials, with a breakdown of two 5G-compatible products to explain design points! **Guidelines Required for Designing 5G-Compatible Materials, Development/Applications/Assessment Methods** ● Types and characteristics of low-loss materials. Summary of major handling companies and price information. ○ Material characteristics required in high-frequency environments and the reasons for them, along with key points during design and development. **Approaches to Applying Existing Materials and Technologies to 5G** Development of curing agents, electromagnetic wave shielding coatings, high-strength dissimilar joining technologies, etc.

• paint
• glue

● Before considering thermal management... Trends in the domestic and international automotive markets surrounding EVs and the business opportunities that can be identified from them ⇒ Changes in demand for various components due to electrification, impacts on manufacturers. What are the key areas for entry? ● Thermal management approaches from each component ■ Heat dissipation materials / Heat-resistant materials ・Development trends of structural components requiring heat shielding, insulation, and low thermal capacity ■ Air conditioning ・Development design guidelines for air conditioning control aimed at reducing heating load. Evaluation indicators used in automotive air conditioning development ■ Thermal storage technology ・Types of thermal storage methods and their characteristics. Development status of chemical thermal storage technology ■ Motors / Inverters ・Thermal issues related to heat generation and cooling of drive motors due to miniaturization, high torque/high power, and high rotation ■ Batteries ・Concepts and basic technology considerations for miniaturization through sealing of housings, dust resistance, and uniform temperature distribution of cells ● Mentioning the automotive industry's topical technology "autonomous driving"! Examining new thermal issues that arise and their countermeasures ・Solar radiation shielding, interior comfort, air conditioning load, required material properties, etc.

• glass wool
• Heat shielding sheet
• Rock wool

● Understanding the CNF market situation, points for practical application from patent publications, and the status of application development - What are the promising applications and fields that can leverage the characteristics of CNF? The production operation status and research and development trends both domestically and internationally. Analyzing the potential market for CNF, manufacturing costs, and materials to consider before entry based on market data. ● Key technologies for the production, dispersion, and compounding of cellulose nanofibers - What is the amount of CNF to be added? Methods to prevent aggregation during mixing, excellent properties of composite materials, and approaches to practical application. - Comparison of various manufacturing techniques and processes for CNF and their physical property evaluations. Efforts for large-scale production at low cost, etc. ● How to simply evaluate the state of CNF? - Evaluation methods for fiber form, fiber width and length, fiber surface properties, dispersibility, degree of defibrillation, viscosity, and strength. ● Technology development and evaluation for product applications - Examples of technology development aimed at improving tactile sensation, stability, and adding functionality. Methods for compounding, dispersing, and powdering with various materials. Challenges and solutions from property evaluation to practical application, etc.

• paint
• Reinforcement and repair materials
• Subsidiary materials

● Key Points for Product Development Interpreted 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 agent itself, safety testing and evaluation examples of the processed product. ● 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! ● Steps and Key Points for Responding to Regulations in Product Development and Sales in Various Countries ~ 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!

• Veneer laminate
• Anti-rot, anti-termite, anti-mold material
• Plaster wall

◎ For the formulation of efficient and effective patent strategies - Explanation of the types of patent searches and specific procedures along with important points to consider - The process of generating invention themes that lead to successful research and development ◎ Know-how from application to intermediate responses - Key points for patent claims and specifications that are easy for examiners to understand - Establishing rights to differentiate from competitors ◎ Learning from patent litigation cases to counteract competitors - Practical response points in infringement lawsuits ◎ Industry-specific circumstances and corresponding practical responses from 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 between universities and companies / Factors for success - Food: Challenges in different fields / Development team composition with related companies and users - Chemical industry: Verification 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 on-site! Proposing a path to becoming an advanced intellectual property company.

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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 potential of functional plants? What are the fields of activity? ◇ Topics companies should be aware of... functional labeling troubles / 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 improving functional components and cultivation methods ◇ Techniques and research on improving components contained in various plants ◇ Storage and growth approaches for general agricultural products ◇ Cultivation methods and efforts toward 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 - (K.K.) Keystone Technology's sixth industrialization - Entry into plant factory business and cultivation of low-nitrate lettuce - Processing business for functional vegetables - Development of production technology for high-functionality vegetables

• others

"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 entering 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 explanations 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 ● 11 examples of agricultural entry from different industries [Construction industry / Software / Real estate / Social welfare / Cosmetics / Transportation, railways / Food manufacturers / Materials, 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

• others

Following the 2012 publication of the "Business Strategy" book for entrants, a new book on "Plant Factories" for producers is now 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.*

• others
• Solar power generation

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 originating in the United States, what are the prospects for the development and adoption of various next-generation vehicles? This book compiles the current status and challenges, as well as the latest initiatives. 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 vehicles 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 technology for NGVs *For more details, see applications and case studies below.

• others
• Solar power generation

A comprehensive collection of various examples of the introduction, operation, and development of renewable 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 in-depth 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 revenues - Various business developments - Case studies of microgrids and smart BEMS operations <Solar Thermal> - Various concentrating, collecting, and storing heat technologies - Estimates of power generation costs and future outlook <Geothermal> - Hot spring binary power generation and geothermal binary power generation - Community-oriented small-scale geothermal power generation - Case studies of power generation utilization in hot spring areas *For more details, see applications and performance examples below.*

• others
• Solar power generation

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 medium preparation... Basic systems for proliferation growth and examples of specialized 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 methods, compressed DME extraction methods, hydrothermal treatment methods, supercritical extraction methods, subcritical extraction methods ● Considerations for cultivation in snowy cold regions *For more details, see applications and case studies below.

• others
• Solar power generation

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 addresses the 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 Status and Challenges… Advantages 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 status of seafood distribution and consumption, marketing-oriented strategies ● Attention to Legal Regulations and Utilization of Administrative Support Measures <Fish Rearing and Plant Management> ● 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 devices for suspended solids and optimization by size ● Water Temperature Management - Appropriate water temperature and management methods, waste heat utilization, energy-saving technologies for heating - Cost reduction for temperature control 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, refer to applications and case examples below.

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• Solar power generation

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 for designing artificial photosynthesis? <Elemental Technologies> ● Water splitting and 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 details, see applications and performance examples below.

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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, combined 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 impact on adhesive durability? → Acrylic, epoxy, silicone, polyurethane, UV-curable - What are the applications and required properties 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 adherend material 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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◆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 Reduction and Weight Reduction with Resin-based Thermal Conductive Materials Viscosity-based Mixing Techniques, 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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Points of this book ★ Compare the basic descriptions of SDS in various countries and domestically to understand the typical structure. ★ Examine actual SDS (MSDS) text in English and Japanese for concrete analysis. ★ A glossary (comparison table) correlating terms used in SDS and GHS (in English) with their Japanese counterparts is included at the end. Author Ph.D. Hiroshi Sato *Brief Biography Former Head of Environmental Safety Management at Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited *Main Publications "Practical Procedures for Environmental Audits" "Environmental English ABC: Environmental Issues in English" "Start Environmental Audits Now" "Thinking About Environmental Issues in English"

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Understand the key points for new market entry and business development through actual examples from many businesses that are actively engaged! <Supervised by the Social Development Research Center, Plant Factory and Agricultural Commerce and Industry Committee>

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"What physical property values can be calculated?" "Can we handle the physical property value called ○△?" "How can I obtain the calculation code?" "I want to simulate property predictions." "How can we achieve high-accuracy molecular design?" "I want to utilize it for writing papers." ⇒ With detailed explanations and examples, this aims to provide an introduction to structure optimization of materials and devices using first-principles calculations! This book is for everyone engaged in first-principles calculations, from beginners to advanced users.

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◎Heat-resistant materials with increasing demand in fields such as electrical, electronic, optical components, and the automotive sector ◆ Technologies for improving heat resistance using various methods and approaches! ◆ Design guidelines for heat resistance improvement! ◆ Composite technologies such as organic-inorganic hybrids ◆ Control of polymer crystallization and enhancement of heat resistance ◆ Control of chemical structure and crosslinking structure ◆ Concepts of physical heat resistance and chemical heat resistance ◆ Relationship between glass transition temperature and molecular structure ◆ Molecular design considering the cohesion and rigidity of polymers ◆ Evaluation techniques for the heat resistance of polymer materials

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"What will happen to the full purchase system in the future?" "What procedures are necessary for construction?" "What are the challenges for stabilizing power generation output/power supply?" From cost calculations and business models leading up to implementation, to elements such as solar cells, power conditioners, storage batteries, and grid interconnection, as well as operational examples, maintenance, and local government initiatives for mega-solar projects, this book looks ahead to the entry and implementation of mega-solar and industrial solar power generation businesses and their future. Written by 34 authors.

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Contents Introduction: Latest Trends in Heat Dissipation and Heat Resistance Technologies for EV and HV Vehicles Chapter 1: Design and Development of Heat Dissipation and Heat Resistance Materials for EV and HV Vehicles, and Heat Dissipation and Heat Resistance Technologies Chapter 2: High Heat Dissipation and High Heat Resistance Technologies in Power Device Implementation and Power Modules for EV and HV Vehicles Chapter 3: High Heat Dissipation and High Heat Resistance Technologies in Inverters/Converters and Control Units for EV and HV Vehicles Chapter 4: High Heat Dissipation and High Heat Resistance Technologies in Motors for EV and HV Vehicles Chapter 5: High Heat Dissipation and High Heat Resistance Technologies in Batteries for EV and HV Vehicles

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