Building Secure Hardware is designed to be the definitive guide to the world of hardware cryptography, blending deep theoretical insights with practical applications. This book starts by laying a strong foundation in the basics of cryptography. It demystifies complex concepts, explaining how cryptographic techniques have evolved over time and why they are essential for protecting data. We will explore the differences between hardware and software cryptography and understand why hardware-based solutions often offer superior security.

The book also covers hash functions and digital signatures, critical tools for ensuring data integrity and authenticity. Security is not just about having the right tools but also about implementing them correctly. The book emphasizes the principles of secure hardware design, highlighting common vulnerabilities and providing strategies to make those design power-efficient which is suitable for promoting the ideas of Green Communication.

Finally, the book looks to the future, discussing emerging technologies and trends in hardware cryptography. Building Secure Hardware is more than just a technical manual; it’s a comprehensive resource that bridges the gap between theory and practice.

What You Will Learn:

• Learn key algorithms like AES, RSA, ECC, and hash functions used in encryption and data protection
• Explore practical implementations using HSMs, FPGAs, ASICs, and TPMs
• Design secure and energy-efficient hardware for modern, low-power IoT systems
• Discover real-world applications and future trends, including agentic AI and emerging cryptographic tools

Who This Book Is For:

Whether you're a student, an entrepreneur, or a professional in cryptography, computer science, electrical engineering, or information security, this comprehensive guide is your go-to resource for mastering hardware cryptography, bridging theory with hands-on implementation to help you confidently build secure, efficient systems.

Keshav Kumar is an Assistant Professor at Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering in Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology, Kanpur, India. He is pursuing his PhD in the field of Hardware Security from Lingayas Vidyapeeth, Faridabad, India. He has worked with Chandigarh University, Punjab, India (NIRF 29). He has completed his Master of Engineering in ECE with a specialization in Hardware Security from Chitkara University, Punjab, India. He has also worked as a JRF with NIT Patna and as an Assistant Lecturer at Chitkara University, Punjab, India. He has authored and co-authored 5 books, and over 70+ research papers in the field of Hardware Security, Green Communication, Low-power VLSI Design, Machine Learning Techniques, and IoT. He has also worked with professors from 20 different countries. His areas of specialization include Deep Learning, Hardware Security, Green Communication, Low-power VLSI Design, Machine Learning Techniques, WSN, and IoT. He has experience teaching Python Programming, Embedded Systems, IoT, Computer Networks, and Digital Electronics. He is also associated with Gyancity Research Consultancy Pvt Ltd. He is also a member of IAENG. He has 1300+ citations (Google Scholar) and 18 H-index (Google Scholar), besides 13 H-Index (Scopus).

Dr. Bishwajeet Pandey is a Professor at GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management, Greater Noida, India, and a Visiting Professor at UCSI University, Malaysia (QS World Rank 265). He has been a Senior Member of IEEE since 2019. Dr. Pandey holds an MTech in Computer Science from IIIT Gwalior, India, and a PhD in Computer Science from the Gran Sasso Science Institute, Italy. He has previously taught at several esteemed institutions, including Chitkara University (Chandigarh), Jain University (Bangalore), Astana IT University (Kazakhstan), Eurasian National University (Kazakhstan — QS World Rank 321), and Walsh College (USA). A prolific researcher, Dr. Pandey has authored over 30 books and published more than 260+ Scopus-indexed research papers, accumulating over 5000+ citations. His leadership experience includes serving as the Research Head of the School of CSE at Jain University, Bangalore (2021–2023) and heading the International Global Academic Partnership Committee at the Birla Institute of Applied Science, Bhimtal (2020–2021). In 2023, he was honoured with the prestigious Professor of the Year Award at Lord’s Cricket Ground by the London Organisation of Skills Development. Dr Pandey’s greatest strength lies in his extensive global academic network. He has visited 52 countries, participated in 105 international conferences, and co-authored papers with 218 professors from 93 universities across 42 nations. He also serves as the Chair of two IEEE International Conferences — ICAIC (AI in Cybersecurity) and GAISS (Generative AI for Secure Systems) — held in Houston and Austin, USA and one Springer International Conference — SQITS — held in San Antonio, USA.