Modern Physical Metallurgy

Modern Physical Metallurgy describes, in a very readable form, the fundamental principles of physical metallurgy and the basic techniques available for the assessment of microstructure. This book will enable the student to understand the properties and applications of metals and alloys at a deeper level than an introductory materials course may provide. The 8th Edition ofthis classic text has been updated to provide more balanced coverage of physical and mechanical properties, characterisation, phase transformations, crystal defects, corrosion and surface treatment, as well as updated illustrations and extensive new real-world examples and homework problems.

Key Features:

• Renowned coverage of metals and alloys from two of the world's leading metallurgy researchers and educators
• Covers new materials characterization techniques, including scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), and nanoindentation
• Provides a more thorough coverage of characterisation, mechanical and physical properties, crystal defects, corrosion and surface treatment of any general physical metallurgy book
• New worked examples with real-world applications, case studies, extensive homework exercises, new illustrations, and a full online solutions manual and image bank

Contents:

Atoms and Atomic Arrangements l Phase Diagrams and Alloy Theory l Solidification l Introduction to Dislocations l Characterization and Analysis l Point Defect Behaviour l Diffusion l Physical Properties l Plastic Deformation and Dislocation Behavior l Surfaces, Grain Boundaries, and Interfaces l Work Hardening and Annealing l Steel Transformations l Precipitation Hardening l Selected Alloys l Creep, Fatigue, and Fracture l Oxidation, Corrosion and Surface Engineering