{"product_id":"9781041252375","title":"City Gas Distribution and Pipeline Networks Design, Operation, and Innovation","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCity Gas Distribution and Pipeline Networks\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesign, Operation, and Innovation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBhalchandra Shingan\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Engineering \/ Chemical \u0026amp; Biochemical\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis textbook serves as a comprehensive technical guide covering the entire lifecycle of city gas distribution (CGD) systems from demand assessment to pipeline design, pressure regulation, and metering. It emphasizes material selection, hydraulic modeling, geographic information systems (GIS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and real-time monitoring to ensure optimal operation. The book also explores safety protocols, regulatory frameworks, and emerging technologies such as AI, digital twins, and hydrogen integration. Through case studies and practical insights, it equips students and professionals with the knowledge required to design sustainable, future-ready gas infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn in-depth exploration of City Gas Distribution (CGD) systems and pipeline networks, with a focus on advanced technologies and sustainability trends.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoverage of innovation and digital transformation in CGD, including software tools, templates, design checklists, regulatory guidelines, and multimedia demonstrations.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscussion on the integration of renewable biogas and hydrogen in the CGD industry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparation of readers for the next generation of smart, data-driven gas distribution systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInclusion of case studies, solved and unsolved numerical problems, and global regulatory comparisons.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is intended for senior undergraduate and graduate students specializing in city gas distribution systems and natural gas engineering, as well as industry professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBhalchandra Shingan\u003c\/b\u003e is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun, India. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in Gas Engineering from UPES, and an M.Sc. in Gas Engineering and Management from the University of Salford, UK. With over 13 years of academic and research experience, Dr. Shingan has been actively engaged in teaching and curriculum development across various energy-related domains. Notably, he has taught city gas distribution and pipeline network analysis for over 12 years, integrating industry case studies, modeling tools and simulation techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis research interests include LNG cold energy utilization, natural gas processing, pipeline simulation and optimization, sustainable energy systems, gas distribution and transmission systems, and environmental risk assessment. Dr. Shingan has published more than 30 research and conference papers, including multiple Q1 and Q2 SCIE-indexed journal articles. He has contributed book chapters with internationally reputed publishing houses and served as a reviewer for reputed journals such as \u003ci\u003eChemical Engineering \u0026amp; Technology\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEnergy Sources Part A\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eDiscover Chemical Engineering\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), the Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers (IIChE), the Natural Gas Society (NGS), and the Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry (FIPI). His contributions have been recognized with multiple awards, including Outstanding Contribution Awards from SPE in 2014 and 2024. Dr. Shingan is known for his project-based learning approach and strong engagement in industry-academia collaboration, making his work especially relevant for both academic and professional audiences in the natural gas and CGD sector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 November 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCRC Press\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCRC Press\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781041252375\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e544\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43.13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"CRC Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63547459534988,"sku":"9781041252375","price":170.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9781041252375","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}