[M.D. Holloway]

I have received a few emails wanting to know what I am writing about as well as wanting to contribute content.

Considering that, I figuered I would let you all know whats up and then see if anyone wished to get involved. This can take the form of emailing over some observations or found content all the way to co-authoring a volume!

Keep in mind, you don't get rich writing a book or two but it can serve as a resume builder as well as a means to understand a topic to the fullest and get your message out.

Here are the volumes I have contracted to produce in the next few years:

2 different sets...

First Set -

Initiatives on Energy Sustainability Series
Volume 1: HydroFracking
Volume 2: Biomass Energy Sources
Volume 3: Nuclear Energy
Volume 4: Natural Kinetic Energy
Volume 5: Thermo and Electro-magnetic Energy Sources

This series explores the history, techniques and materials used in the practice and production of various sustainable energy products beyond crude oil drilling. While these practices utilize many different engineering disciplines, this series explores and explains concepts in an easy to understand format. The primary use of this book shall be to increase the awareness of new and emerging technologies and what the various ramifications can be. The reader shall be exposed to many engineering concepts and terms. All of these ideas and practices shall be explained within the body. A science or engineering background is not required. Technical and non-technical readers will be able to use this book for many reasons; research, investment information, a litigation resource, political research for public policy and as an educational instrument.
The series contents include the history, public and media perception, products produced, methodology, materials used, reserves and production, environmental impact, and economic impact.

Second Set -

Failure Prevention and Operational Excellence Series (7 Volume Set)


Vol.1 to 4 - Failure of Materials, Methods, Machines, Manpower
There are some people who believe everything happens for a reason and then there are those that believe there is a reason why everything happens. Whether you believe in divine design or random occurrence, things fail. Success and reliability occur when failure can be minimized. In general terms, the cause of failures can be grouped into four categories - man, machine, method, and materials. This four volume set categorizes failure according to the source and helps guide the reader to make proper corrective action decisions in order to reduce operation expenses.

Vol. 5 - Diagnostic Tools and Techniques for Increased Equipment Reliability
Every piece of equipment has a heartbeat, blood stream, temperature and so on. Understanding the overall health and well-being of your equipment can improve your profitability and provide a competitive edge. There are various diagnostic tools and techniques that can be used that will provide a better understanding of the health state of your equipment and also provide insight into the longevity. Oil analysis, vibration analysis, acoustic analysis, thermography are just a few methods that are being used by forward thinking companies that are focused on getting the most out of their equipment. This book explains the latest tools and techniques used for equipment diagnostics and the ability to implement such techniques in order to drive down costs.

Vol. 6 - Applied Physics and Chemistry for Industrial Applications
Today’s factories are modern marvels and maintenance technicians are now charged with having to understand the most complicated systems in the history of manufacturing. A comprehensive understanding of applied physics and chemistry and how it relates to the modern factory is essential for world class performance. The science of physics and chemistry has been somewhat out of reach for many maintenance personal until now. This book is written without the need for an advanced degree in the sciences or engineering yet provides great insight and application of sophisticated and elegant concepts of the physical and chemical world as it relates to the assembly, materials, petro-chemical, pharmaceutical, durable goods, textiles or food industry. The content of this book is not limited to maintenance technicians but rather a resource for any engineer and a primer for industrial engineers, physicists and chemists alike.

Vol. 7 - Establishing and Improving the Reliability Profile
Once failure is understood, diagnostic techniques used and personal trained it is now time to begin understanding what the Reliability Profile is for the facility. The process begins with a compressive reliability audit as well as a spend analysis. The information obtained is then used to determine what the Reliability Entitlement is for the facility. A comprehensive reliability plan is established and a targeted spending reduction are used as a goal. This book provides a systematic approach to developing a sound Reliability Profile that will serve as a means to contain costs and improve operation efficiencies across the board.