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Metals & Alloys ................................................3

Corrosion..........................................................8

Polymers & Plastics ..........................................9

Biomaterials ....................................................15

Nanomaterials ................................................17

Fire Science ....................................................18

Electronics & Magnetic Materials ....................18

Composites & Advanced Materials ................22

Energy Applications ........................................23

Adhesives........................................................24

Industrial Textiles ............................................25

Surface Engineering ........................................26

Tribology & Lubrication ..................................26

Materials Characterization & Testing ..............28

General ..........................................................29

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PhaseTransformationsin Metals and AlloysThird EditionD.A. PorterRaahe Steel Research Center, Finland

K.E. EasterlingUniversity of Exeter, UK

A comprehensive overview of specific types ofphase transformations, this new edition is sup-plemented by practical case studies involvingengineering alloys. It addresses computer-aided calculation of phase diagrams, a processthat has undergone major changes in recentyears. It also expands treatment of bainitetransformation, nucleation, metallic glasses,steel, and Scheil’s additivity rule for appreciat-ing transformations during continuous cooling.The book features detailed examples and exer-cises drawn from current applications.

Catalog no. 62107, February 2009520 pp., Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-6210-6$69.95 / £42.99

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Flat-Rolled Steel ProcessesAdvancedTechnologiesEdited by

Vladimir B. GinzburgInternational Rolling MillConsultants, Pennsylvania, USA

Considered a major innovator, Vladimir B.Ginzburg holds more than two dozen patents.In this volume, he brings together industry pioneers to define the latest developments inflat-rolled processes. This includes the revolu-tionary introduction of computer-based tech-nology in both new and existing conventionalrolling mills. Each section provides a brief topicsummary and then describes the latestadvances specific to that area. Topics includeadvanced hot rolling mills, advanced coldrolling mills, control systems, and the produc-tion of advanced flat-rolled steel products.

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Physical MetallurgySecond EditionWilliam F. HosfordUniversity of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA

Essential Properties and Processes forQuality and Profitability

Covering major topics in metallurgy, this bookcombines theoretical concepts, real alloy sys-tems, processing procedures, and examples ofreal-world applications. It reviews propertiescommon to all metals before discussing spe-cific nonferrous alloy systems, iron-carbonalloys, special steels and low carbon sheetsteel, and cast irons. Concluding chapterstreat powder metallurgy, corrosion, welding,and magnetic alloys. The book uses engaginghistorical and contemporary examples thatrelate to the applications of concepts in eachchapter, ample references, and sample prob-lems throughout.

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New!Grain Boundary Migration in MetalsThermodynamics, Kinetics,Applications, Second EditionGunter Gottstein and Lasar S. ShvindlermanInst für Metallkunde Und Metal, Aachen, Germany

This new edition documents progress achievedin grain boundary physics and related phe-nomena during the past decade. It covers themotion of connected grain boundaries, theeffect of grain boundary faceting on thatmotion, grain growth in 2D and 3D systems,and the influence of grain boundary junctionson grain growth kinetics, on grain microstruc-ture evolution, and on the stability of finegrained and nanocrystalline materials. It alsoadds a chapter on computer simulation ofgrain boundary motion and includes the latestexperimental data. Problems, many of themworked, are included with each chapter. Catalog no. 5435X, December 2009c. 714 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-5435-4$149.95 / £95.00

New!GoldScience and ApplicationsChristopher Corti and Richard HollidayWorld Gold Council, London, UK

Edited by two respected authorities from theWorld Gold Council, this volume providesresearchers with the definitive handbook onthe current science and applications of thisvaluable and beautiful precious metal. Packedwith contributions from the world’s leadingexperts, this volume brings in authoritativeinformation from a number of sciences, includ-ing chemistry, physics, nanotechnology, andmetallurgy. The book presents a myriad ofapplications, ranging from electronics to medi-cine and optics. A comprehensive overviewchapter provides historical perspectives of theelement and each chapter describes potentialfurther uses, including applications currentlybeing developed.

Catalog no. 65238, December 2009c. 446 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-6523-7$239.95 / £145.00

Microstructureof Metals and AlloysAn Atlas ofTransmission ElectronMicroscopy ImagesGanka ZlatevaBulgarian Academy of Sciences,Sofia, Bulgaria

Zlatanka MartinovaUniversity of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, Sofia, Bulgaria

Designed to complement existing books onmaterials science theory, metallurgy, and elec-tron microscopy, this resource focuses on themicrostructure of metals and alloys, detailingthe steps involved in the microstructure devel-opment of metallic materials under externalinfluences. The volume contains a collection ofcarefully selected original transmission electronmicroscope (TEM) micrographs. These imagesdemonstrate typical crystal lattice defects,microstructure elements, and the basicprocesses occurring within the crystal structure.

Catalog no. 7556X, 2008192 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7556-4$129.95 / £82.00

New!Quenching Theory andTechnologySecond EditionEdited by

Bozidar Liscic, Hans M. Tensi, Lauralice C.F. Canale, and George E. TottenAn essential revision of the original publishednearly 20 years ago, this new edition, createdwith the urging of International Federation forHeat Treatment and Surface Engineering(IFHTSE), is the only complete reference on thiscritical topic, which is fundamental to the pro-duction of defect and distortion-free products.It adds a number of chapters addressing impor-tant technological developments, including thequench processing of aluminum, although theprimary focus continues to be on steel.Additional chapters address the quenching oftitanium alloys, wetting kinetics and quenchseverity of selected vegetable oils, gas quench-ing, intensive quenching, and computer mod-els for the simulation of quenching.

Catalog no. 9279, December 2009c. 710 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-9279-5$189.95 / £121.00





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Modeling ofSteelmakingProcessesDipak MazumdarIndian Institute of Technology,Kanpur, India

James W. EvansUniversity of California, Berkeley, USA

Factors such as visual opacity, high operatingtemperature, and the relatively large size ofindustrial reactors often preclude direct experi-mental observation in steel manufacturing.Therefore, the industry is overwhelminglydependent on modeling to quickly and cost-effectively provide insight into analysis, design,optimization, and control of processing. Withcontent designed to serve professionals andstudents, Modeling of Steelmaking Processesstarts with an overview of steelmaking anddevelops into a focused description of underly-ing scientific fundamentals and applications.

Features:

• Examines the relevance of modeling andmeasurements, the evolution of steelmaking, and modern technology

• Discusses emerging issues, such as environmental emissions, recycling, andproduct development and quality

• Reviews computational fluid dynamics(CFD) software

• Analyzes mechanistic, AI-based, andmacroscopic models, to provide a holisticview of steelmaking process modeling

• Provides useful questions and problems,as well as a practice session on modeling,to reinforce understanding

Developed as a self-tutorial, this text exploresthermodynamic principles, analysis of metal-lurgical kinetics and transport phenomena,and key numerical methods, helping readerseasily navigate a generally complex subject.

Catalog no. 62433, August 2009493 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-6243-4$139.95 / £89.00

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Indium Nitrideand RelatedAlloysEdited by

T.D. Veal and C.F. McConvilleUniversity of Warwick, UK

W. J. SchaffCornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA

Written by recognized leaders in this dynamicand rapidly expanding field, Indium Nitrideand Related Alloys provides a comprehensivesummary of the present state of knowledge inindium nitride (InN) research. It elucidates andclarifies the often confusing and contradictoryscientific literature to provide valuable and rig-orous insight into the structural, optical, andelectronic properties of this quickly emergingsemiconductor material and its related alloys.Drawing from both theoretical and experi-mental perspectives, it provides a thoroughreview of all data since 2001, when the bandgap of InN was first identified as 0.7 eV.

Explores the challenges and potential inthis growing field

The superior transport and optical propertiesof InN and its alloys offer tremendous poten-tial for a wide range of device applications,including high-efficiency solar cells andchemical sensors. However, with unsolvedproblems including high free electron densi-ty, difficulty in characterizing p-type doping,and the lack of a lattice-matched substrate,indium nitride remains perhaps the leastunderstood III-V semiconductor.

Covering the epitaxial growth, experimentalcharacterization, theoretical understanding,and device potential of this semiconductorand its alloys, this book is essential readingfor established researchers and those new tothe field.





Metals & Alloys

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Hybrid Laser-Arc WeldingEdited by

Flemming Ove OlsenTechnical University of Denmark,Lyngby

Catalog no. N10051, July 2009320 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0214-4$224.95 / £135.00

HandbookThermal ProcessModeling SteelsEdited by

Cemil Hakan GürMiddle East Technical University,Ankara, Turkey

Jiansheng PanShanghai Jiao Tong University,China

Catalog no. 190X, January 2009712 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8493-5019-1$169.95 / £108.00

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Titanium AlloysModelling ofMicrostructure,Properties andApplicationsEdited byWei ShaUniversity of Canterbury, New Zealand

Savko MalinovThe Queen’s University of Belfast, UK

Catalog no. N10034, June 2009500 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0148-2$255.95 / £155.00

AutomotiveEngineeringLightweight,Functional, andNovel MaterialsEdited by

Brian CantorThe University of York, UK

Patrick Grant and ColinJohnsonOxford University, UK

Catalog no. IP155, 2008296 pp., ISBN: 978-0-7503-1001-7$149.95 / £95.00

MultiaxialNotch FatigueFrom Nominal toLocal Stress/StrainQuantitiesEdited by

Luca SusmelUniversity of Ferrara, Italy

Catalog no. N10057, April 2009250 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0301-1$189.95 / £115.00

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Welding Thermal Processesand Weld Pool BehaviorsChuan Song WuInstitute for Materials Joining, Shandong University, China

Catalog no. N10126, December 2009c. 350 pp., ISBN: 978-7-111-21962-0$159.95 / £99.00







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AluminumRecyclingMark E. SchlesingerUniversity of Missouri-Rolla, USA

The first integrated treat-ment of the aluminumrecycling process, thisbook details the collecting,sorting, and separating ofscrap aluminum and dis-cusses the processing and upgrading equip-ment that is used. It first describes aluminumalloys, the various “mines” where aluminumscrap is found, and the procedures that differ-entiate scrap aluminum from other materials.Subsequent chapters survey the furnaces usedfor remelting the recovered scrap and the refin-ing techniques that improve its purity andquality. The book also discusses the economicsof scrap recycling and outlines the structure ofthe recycling industry. The final chapteraddresses unique environmental and safetychallenges of recycling operations.

Catalog no. 662X, 2007248 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8493-9662-5$144.95 / £92.00

Steel HeatTreatmentHandbookSecond Edition, Two Volume SetEdited by

George E. TottenPortland State University,Oregon, USA

This reference presents the classical perspec-tives that form the basis of heat treatmentprocesses while incorporating descriptions ofthe latest advances to impact this enduringtechnology. The second edition of the best-selling Steel Heat Treatment Handbookoffers extended coverage in two self-containedvolumes: Metallurgy and Technologies andEquipment and Process Design. This comprehensive reference integrates metal-lurgical principles with engineering technologyin terms of basic process, equipment opera-tion, and design. Up-to-date references, newtopics, and rewritten chapters bring additionalbreadth, depth, and clarity to process designfor heat treatments. This second edition pres-ents coverage of treatments for tool steels,stainless steels, and powder metallurgy compo-nents. The book also contains material on vacuum processes, designing quench processes,steel transformation mechanisms, updatednomenclature and classifications, nitridingtechniques, metallurgical property testing, anddistortion of heat-treated components.

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Catalog no. DK3125, 20071576 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8247-2741-3$209.95 / £134.00

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Steel Heat TreatmentEquipment and Process DesignCatalog no. DK8454, 2007, 714 pp.ISBN: 978-0-8493-8454-7, $154.95 / £98.00

Steel Heat TreatmentMetallurgy and TechnologiesCatalog no. DK9384, 2007, 848 pp.ISBN: 978-0-8493-8455-4, $185.95 / £121.00

Titanium AlloysAn Atlas ofStructures andFracture FeaturesVydehi Arun JoshiDefense Metallurgical ResearchLab, Hyderabad, India

Examining failure analysisof titanium alloys in practi-cal situations, this volumeuses award-winning micrographs and frac-tographs to illustrate the microstructure ofalloys impacted by various thermo-mechanicaltreatments present in real-world operatingconditions. The book includes microstructuresand fracture features of alpha, alpha + beta,beta, and Ti3Al-based aluminides tested at vari-ous conditions and temperatures and containsnearly 400 photos of titanium alloy structuresas well as an additional CD-ROM of fracturefeature images.

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Fundamentalsof CorrosionMechanisms, Causes,and PreventativeMethodsPhilip A. Schweitzer, P.E.Consultant, York,Pennsylvania, USA

This reference offers a comprehensive descrip-tion of the causes of corrosion and the meansto limit or prevent it. It explains various formsof corrosion, including its methods of attack onplastic materials, and the causes of failure inprotective coatings, linings, and paints.Emphasizing atmospheric exposure, the textpresents vital information regarding the designof structures, automobiles, household plumb-ing, manufacturing equipment, and other enti-ties, as well as the effects of de-icing chemicalson highways and bridges.Catalog no. 67702, September 2009416 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-6770-5$129.95 / £82.00

CorrosionScience andTechnologyMechanism,Mitigation andMonitoringEdited byU. Kamachi MudaliIndira Gandhi Centre for AtomicResearch, Tamil Nadu, India

Baldev RajNew Delhi, India

Recent advances in instruments and techniqueshave resulted in better understanding of corro-sion science. New materials and processespromise technologically superior engineeringcomponents with outstanding corrosion resist-ance. This volume of articles from internation-ally renowned experts provides a review ofdevelopments, current understanding, andfuture directions. It contains the latest advance-ments in corrosion science and offers thoroughcoverage of corrosion prevention and mitiga-tion. It also includes a chapter on the latest innano materials and coatings.Catalog no. 3374, January 2009598 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8493-3374-3$129.95

CorrosionControl in theAerospaceIndustryEdited by

Samuel BenavidesUS Coast Guard, USA

Corrosion control in theaerospace industry is anissue that has always been important, but isbecoming more so with the aging of the air-craft fleet. Corrosion can lead to non-availabili-ty of aircraft and in extreme cases, catastroph-ic failure. The first part of this important bookreviews aging aircraft and the cost of corrosion.A second group of chapters discusses corrosionfundamentals and the third section examinescorrosion monitoring, evaluation, and predic-tion. A final section analyzes methods of corro-sion protection and prevention.

Catalog no. WP7965, February 2009384 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7965-4$259.95 / £137.00

Novel Approachesto Improving HighTemperatureCorrosionResistanceEdited by

M. SchützeSociety for Chemical Engineeringand Biotechnology, Germany

W.J. QuaddakkersInstitute of Energy Research at the Forschungszentrum, Germany

High-temperature corrosion is a major problemaffecting sectors such as the power generation,aerospace, and metal-working industries. Thisbook summarizes ways of modifying alloys toimprove high-temperature corrosion resist-ance. It discusses surface treatments, currentresearch on testing for high-temperature corro-sion resistance, and the development of com-mon testing standards. The book also reviewsresearch on the behavior of alloys in a widerange of service conditions such as furnace andboiler environments.

Catalog no. WP7959, 2008648 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7959-3$289.95 / £153.00





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Macroporous PolymersProduction Properties andBiotechnological/Biomedical ApplicationsEdited by

Bo Mattiasson and Igor Yu GaleaevLund University, Sweden

Ashok KumarIndian Institute of Technology, Kampur

Macroporous polymers are rapidly becomingthe material of choice for many tissue engineer-ing, bioseparation, and bioprocessing applica-tions. This book addresses the production, char-acterization, and application of macroporouspolymers. It considers traditional methods ofproduction, including phase separation poly-merization, leaching, foaming, and doubleemulsion, as well as newly merging also discuss-es in detail the various applications of macrop-orous gels for the separation of biomoleculesand for the cultivation of mammalian cells.

Contents:Production of Macroporous Polymeric Materialsby Phase Separation PolymerizationProduction and Properties of Cryogels byRadical PolymerizationMacroporous Polymer Scaffolds ThroughLeaching ProcessesProduction and Properties of Poly(VinylAlcohol) Cryogels: Recent DevelopmentPreparation of Polylactide ScaffoldsMacroporous Polysaccharide Gels Superporous Agarose Gels: Production,Properties, and ApplicationsFast-Responsive Macroporous HydrogelsCharacterization of Macroporous GelsMacroporous Polymeric Materials: SyntheticStrategies and Morphological CharacterizationsMacroporous Gels for Isolation of SmallMolecules from the Solutions ContainingSuspended MaterialMonolithic Macroporous Polymers asChromatographic MatricesChromatographic Separation of Plasmid DNAUsing Macroporous BeadsCryogels as Matrices for Cell Separation andCell CultivationMacroporous Polymeric Scaffolds for TissueEngineering ApplicationsPolymeric Scaffolds for Regenerative Medicine


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Shape-Memory Polymersand MultifunctionalCompositesEdited by

Jinsong Leng and Shanyi DuHarbin Institute of Technology, China

Offering a review of the systematic progressof this emerging class, this work provides abroad overview of shape-memory polymers(SMP) and their composites. The text pres-ents detailed information on the wide rangeof SMP applications, including aeronautics,astronautics, biomedicine, and the automo-bile industry. Industry experts use each chap-ter to discuss an important aspect of thesenovel smart materials, from their propertiesand fabrication to the actuation approachesthat can be used to trigger shape recovery.This comprehensive book also covers topicssuch as multifunctional SMPs and their com-posites and SMP-based composite materials.

Contents:

Overview of Shape-Memory Polymers The Structural Variety of Shape-MemoryPolymersThermomechanical Behavior and ModelingApproaches Thermomechanical Characterizations of Shape-Memory Polymers (Dual/Triple-Shape) andModeling Approaches Electrical, Thermomechanical and Shape-Memory Properties of the PU Shape-MemoryPolymer Multifunctional Shape Memory Polymers andActuation Methods Shape Memory Polymer CompositesApplications of Shape Memory Polymers inAerospaceShape Memory Polymer Foam and ApplicationsShape Memory Polymer TextileApplications of Shape Memory Polymers inBiomedicineNovel Applications and Future of ShapeMemory Polymers





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New!PlasticConversionProcessesA Concise andApplied GuideEric Cybulski3M Innovative Properties Company,St. Paul, Minnesota, USA

Although there are books available thatdescribe a single plastic conversion process,such as injection molding, few if any sourcesdescribe and compare a comprehensive list ofsuch processes. This book provides a basicoverview of seven conversion processes used inthe industry. Each chapter begins with aprocess attribute table to serve as a quickguide, then briefly describes a particular con-version process, along with a short history. Thistext also details equipment, tooling, materials,and other important topics to bolster under-standing of the field. Catalog no. 94068, May 2009, 165 pp.Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-9406-0$69.95 / £42.99

PolymericFoamsTechnology andDevelopments inRegulation, Process,and ProductsEdited byShau-Tarng LeeSealed Air Corporation, SaddleBrook, New Jersey, USA

Dieter ScholzConsultant, Rapra Technology, Gau-Algesheim, Germany

This volume describes current trends in tech-nologies, regulations, processes, and productdevelopments for the polymeric foam researchcommunity. It provides an international per-spective on the direction of foam technologiesand applications, focusing on advancements inEurope. The text covers new foam productsand examines new technologies such as injec-tion foam molding and PVC foam, industry andenvironmental regulations, research on foamperformance, emission impact, and economiceffects.

Catalog no. 61259, January 2009302 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-6125-3$139.95 / £89.00

Rubber Curingand PropertiesJean-Maurice VergnaudUniversity of Saint-Etienne, France

Iosif-Daniel RoscaConcordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Featuring the work of one of the world’s foremostauthorities on rubber cur-ing, this comprehensive resource provides valu-able data that will allow researchers and engi-neers to find solutions to their own curingproblems. It delves into a variety of currentevaluation practices for unvulcanized and vul-canized rubber and curing methods, includingthe use of molds and injection molding. It alsoexplores a number of solutions to on-goingchallenges with recycling scrap rubber.


ConductiveElectroactivePolymersIntelligent PolymerSystems, Third EditionGordon G. Wallace,Geoffrey M. Spinks,Leon A.P. Kane-Maguire,and Peter R. Teasdale

Emphasizing dynamic properties at the molec-ular level, this volume provides an in-depthunderstanding of intelligent polymer systems.This third edition features new chapters cover-ing the synthesis and fabrication of nanocom-ponents and nanostructures for polypyrroles,polythiophenes, and polyanilines. Each chap-ter discusses the effect of nanodimensionalcontrol on the resultant properties. Additionalnew topics addressed in the text includeMEMS applications, electronic textiles, bio-medical applications, electrochemical Raman,electrochemical ESR, and scanning vibratingreference electrode studies.






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PolymerNanocompositesHandbookEdited by

Rakesh K. Gupta andElliot KennelWest Virginia University,Morgantown, USA

Kwang-Jea KimThe University of Akron, Institute of Polymer Engineering,Ohio, USA

Reflecting the exceptional growth in recentyears in the use of nanostructured materials, thisvolume covers the synthesis of nanomaterialsthat act as the building blocks of polymernanocomposites as well as polymers that act asmatrix materials. It examines molecular precur-sors and related challenges for large-scale man-ufacturing and describes current processingtechniques and the difficulty in obtaining ade-quate dispersion. Discussing future applicationsin civilian and defense-related fields, it also pres-ents methods to characterize the bulk and inter-facial structure of polymer nanocomposites.

Catalog no. 9777, July 2009, 566 pp.ISBN: 978-0-8493-9777-6$139.95 / £85.00

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Filled PolymersScience and IndustrialApplicationsJean L. LeblancUniversite Pierre & Marie Curie,Paris, France

This volume is a comprehensive survey of themany aspects of rubber and thermoplasticfilled polymers. It demonstrates their common-alities and the scientific background behindtheir many industrial applications. It covers rhe-ological as well as mechanical properties offilled polymer systems and discusses varioustypes of fillers, including carbon black, mineral,and short fiber. An appendix includes a selec-tion of calculation worksheets with numericalillustrations to clarify the concepts.

Catalog no. K10041, September 2009444 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0042-3$139.95 / £89.00

MultiphasePolymer-BasedMaterialsAn Atlas of PhaseMorphology at theNano and Micro ScaleCharef HarratsEindhoven University ofTechnology, The Netherlands

During the past ten years, a large variety ofnew multiphase polymer-based materials havebeen studied from a morphological point ofview and great progress has been achieved.Multiphase Polymer-Based Materials: AnAtlas of Phase Morphology at the Nano andMicro Scale presents up-to-date coverage ofdevelopments in this field in a practical andeasy-to use-format.

Features:

• Includes a brief introduction to the basicsand fundamentals in phase morphologyof polymer blends

• Addresses phase morphology in polymer/polymer micro and nano blends,thermosets/thermoplastics blends, andthermoplastic vulcanizates

• Features images of phase morphology in filler/polymer composites andnanocomposites

• Explains the various methods by whichphase morphology can be directlyobserved

• Provides microscopic photomicrographsof blend systems where the phase morphology is of the co-continuous type

• Includes tools, tips, and selected scanningelectron photomicrographs of the methodsfor the investigation of morphology

The book provides a practical, straightfor-ward approach for dealing with the micro-scopic observation of phase morphology inmulticomponent polymer blends andnanocomposites.

Catalog no. 62174, March 2009232 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-6217-5$179.95 / £109.00


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Current Topicsin ElastomersResearchEdited by

Anil K. BhowmickRubber Technology Center,Kharagpur, India

Edited by a world-renowned expert, this pioneering work explores advances in elas-tomers research. Topics discussed includedevelopments in rubber, nanotechnology, andelastomers; the direction of current research;and new materials derived using eco-friendlytechnologies. Leading experts contribute chap-ters that cover waste rubber, thermoplasticelastomers, bioelastomers, new techniques forcharacterization, and the physics and engineer-ing of elastomers.


Handbook ofSpecialtyElastomersEdited by

Robert C. KlingenderSpecialty Elastomer Consulting,Arlington Heights, Illinois,USA

This volume is a singlesource reference for thedesign of compounds using specialty elas-tomers. Each chapter examines elastomers interms of development history, chemical com-position, structure, properties, processingmethods, applications, and commercially avail-able products. The book also discusses the useof antioxidants, antiozonants, vulcanizationagents, plasticizers, and process aids with spe-cialty elastomers. Covering applications in therubber, energy, chemicals, and oil industries,the concluding chapter discusses the consider-ations involved in designing application-specif-ic rubber compounds.

Catalog no. DK4127, 2008576 pp., ISBN: 978-1-57444-676-0$139.95 / £89.00

PolymersA Property Database,Second EditionEdited by

Bryan EllisSheffield University, UK

Ray SmithQueen Mary University ofLondon, UK

A reliable source for scien-tific and commercial information on over 1,000polymers, this revised and updated edition fea-tures 25 percent new material, including 50entirely new entries that reflect advances insuch areas as conducting polymers, hydrogels,nano-polymers, and biomaterials. The secondedition also comes with unlimited access to acomplete, fully searchable web version of thereference. Each entry includes trade names,properties, manufacturing processes, commer-cial applications, supplier details, references,and links to material on constituent monomers.


AnalyzingFriction in theDesign ofRubber Productsand Their PairedSurfacesRobert Horigan SmithConsultant, Mukilteo,Washington, USA

Supported by extensive analytical evidence,this book details what rubber friction is andwhy it behaves the way it does. With numer-ous figures and quantitative examples, itillustrates how to analyze rubber friction in anaccurate, predictive manner. The authorreveals that the laws of metallic friction donot apply to rubber and presents a scientifi-cally-based unified theory for the behavior ofrubber friction. He also demonstrates theexistence of a fourth basic rubber frictionforce (surface deformation hysteresis) andaddresses the design and analysis of specificrubber products.






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PlasticsFabrication andRecyclingManas ChandaIndian Institute of Science,Bangalore

Salil K. RoyUdita Complex, Kolkata West Bengal, India

This book begins with adiscussion of different types of molds and dies,including compression molding, injectionmolding, blow molding, thermoforming,extrusion, and pultrusion. It then covers spin-ning, casting, reinforcing, foaming, com-pounding, and coating processes. The authorsalso explore the decoration of plastics, includ-ing painting operations, printing processes, hotstamping, in-mold decorating, embossing,electroplating, and vacuum metallizing. Theyconclude with an overview on key aspects ofplastics recycling, developments in the field,and waste recycling problems.


PlasticsFundamentals,Properties, andTestingManas ChandaIndian Institute of Science,Bangalore

Salil K. RoyUdita Complex, Kolkata WestBengal, India

A concise review of the inherent properties ofpolymers, this volume explores a range of top-ics, including how their end-use properties canbe influenced through changes in the molecu-lar architecture or incorporation of various fillersand additives. The authors describe themechanical, electrical, optical, and thermalproperties of polymers, providing theoreticalderivations where necessary as well as explana-tions on molecular and structural features. Toidentify the principles involved, the book fur-nishes the bases of many standard test methodsaccording to ASTM and BS 2782 specifications.


CastablePolyurethaneElastomersIan ClemitsonIndustrial Chemist (Retired),Bellmere, Qld, Australia

In the polyurethane indus-try, the suppliers of the rawmaterials provide informa-tion on how to processmaterials without always explaining why theserecommendations are being made. This vol-ume explains the background of such recom-mendations and describes how they achievedesired outcomes. It discusses the productionof polyurethane components from theoreticaland practical aspects. The text progresses fromraw materials to the production of prepoly-mers, covering the different types of availablesystems, the reasons for choosing the right sys-tem on micro and macro levels, and curing andpost-curing operations, while also addressinghealth and safety issues at each stage.


IndustrialPolymers,SpecialtyPolymers, andTheir ApplicationsManas ChandaIndian Institute of Science,Bangalore

Salil K. RoyUdita Complex, Kolkata West Bengal, India

Providing a comprehensive overview of newdevelopments in the use of polymers in a vari-ety of areas, this volume first focuses on com-monly used industrial polymers. It examinespolypropylenes, low- and high-density polyeth-ylenes, and poly(vinyl chloride), and less wide-ly used polymer types. The book then explorespolymer derivatives and polymeric combina-tions that play special and often critical roles indiverse fields of human activities. The polymerscovered include liquid crystal, electroactive,ionic, and shape memory polymers; hydrogels;and nanocomposites.

Catalog no. 8058X, January 2009, 432 pp.,ISBN: 978-1-4200-8058-2, $99.95 / £63.99






Polymers & Plastics

Technology ofFluoropolymersSecond EditionJiri George DrobnyDrobny Polymer Associates,Merrimack, New Hampshire, USA

Fully revised and updat-ed, this second editioncontinues to provideindustrial chemists, technologists, and engi-neers with the most accurate, compact, andpractical source on fluoropolymers, such asTeflon. Highlighting new industrial, military,medical, and consumer goods applications,this edition adds more detailed informationon equipment and processing conditions. Itexplores breakthroughs in understandingproperty-structure relationships, new poly-merization techniques, and the chemistryunderlying novel polymers.


New!

GeopolymersStructures, Processing,Properties andIndustrial ApplicationsEdited by

John L. Provis andJannie S.J. van DeventerUniversity of Melbourne, Australia

A review of the latest research involvinggeopolymers, this book discusses their syn-thesis and characterization, properties, andapplications. It includes topics such as fly ashchemistry and inorganic polymer cements,geopolymer precursor design, nanostruc-ture/microstructure of metakaolin and fly ashgeopolymers, accelerated aging, and chemi-cal durability. The book also explores engi-neering properties, the production of fire andheat resistant geopolymers, mining wastes,thermal properties, commercialization forconstruction, and applications in waste man-agement.Catalog no. N10092, July 2009ISBN: 978-1-4398-0970-9, $229.95 / £145.00Handbook of

Vinyl PolymersRadical Polymerization,Process, and Technology,Second EditionEdited byMunmaya K. MishraRichmond, Virginia, USA

Yusuf YagciIstanbul Technical University, Turkey

Maintaining the quality of the criticallyacclaimed first edition, this fully updated ref-erence focuses on the physical and organicchemistry of radical vinyl polymerization.Emphasizing radical initiating systems andmechanisms for synthesizing vinyl polymers,renowned researchers in the field survey thelatest processing methods, technologies, andapplications. Topics covered include polymerfunctionalization, photo initiation, block andgraft copolymers, polymer composites, andliving/controlled radical polymerization. Thefinal chapter includes up-to-date properties,structural information, and data onmonomers and polymerization.

Catalog no. DK3074, January 2009784 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8247-2595-2$199.95 / £127.00

New!Advances inPolymerProcessingFrom Macro to Nano ScalesEdited by

Sabu ThomasMahatma Gandhi University, IndiaYang WeiminSouthwest Research Institute (SwRI), USA BeijingUniversity of Chemical Technology, China

This volume examines the processing tech-niques critical to the quality performance ofpolymer products used in a wide range ofindustries. It discusses thermosets, thermoplas-tics, elastomers, foams, and nanocomposites. Italso covers multiphase systems from macro tonano scales and reviews developments inestablished techniques. Leading experts ineach area look at extrusion technologies, injec-tion molding, and blow molding, in addition torecently developed processing technologies,such as those using supercritical fluids, micro-molding, and reactive processing.

Catalog no. N10035, July 2009, 500 pp., ISBN:978-1-4398-0149-9, $279.95 / £175.00





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Biomaterials


New!

A LaboratoryCourse inBiomaterialsWujing XianUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA

A new teaching tool forinstructors in biomaterialsand bioengineering, this volume is a compre-hensive laboratory textbook. It trains studentsin laboratory skills, data analysis, problem solv-ing, and scientific writing and integrates a vari-ety of principles that include materials science,chemistry, biochemistry, molecular and cellbiology, and engineering. Providing detaileddescriptions, explanations, and illustrations ofexperiments, the text also includes a series ofquestions and answers at the end of each chap-ter to clarify concepts.Catalog no. 75829, June 2009c. 216 pp., Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-7582-3$59.95 / £36.99

New!

MaterialsScience forDentistryNinth EditionB.W. DarvellThe University of Hong Kong

Now in its ninth edition,this volume provides a fundamental under-standing of the materials on which dentistrydepends, covering those aspects of structureand chemistry that govern the behavior andperformance of the materials in use. The bookexamines gypsum, polymers, acrylic, cements,waxes, porcelain and metals. Later chaptersreview surfaces, corrosion, mixing, casting, cut-ting, bonding, and mechanical testing. Thenew edition discusses mechanical testing andoffers new material on condensation siliconeand phosphate-bonded investment chemistries,mixing, MTA™, and alternative radiographicimaging techniques.Catalog no. N10006, June 2009600 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0105-5$69.95 / £46.99

BiomaterialsFabrication andProcessingHandbookEdited by

Paul K. ChuCity University of Hong Kong

Xuanyong LiuShanghai Institute of Ceramics,China

Comprehensive in scope, this volume focuseson a variety of production and processingaspects of the latest biomaterials. It discusseshow scaffolds are used in tissue engineeringand describes common implant materials, suchas hard tissue, blood contacting, and soft tis-sue. The book also examines the important rolenanotechnology plays in the preparation ofdrugs, protein delivery, tissue engineering, car-diovascular biomaterials, hard tissue replace-ments, biosensors, and bio-MEMS. With exten-sive reference lists in each chapter, this bookprovides detailed, practical guidance on pro-ducing biomaterials and employing them inbiomedicine.


Shape MemoryAlloys forBiomedicalApplicationsEdited by

Takayuki YoneyamaNihon University, Chiyoda-ku, TokyoShuichi MiyazakiUniversity of Tsukuba, Japan

Shape memory metals aresuitable for a wide range of biomedical devices,including applications in dentistry, bone repair,urology, and cardiology. This volume provides athorough review of shape memory metals anddevices for medical applications. The first part ofthe book discusses the materials, primarily Ti-Nibased alloys. It covers mechanical properties,thermodynamics, and composition as well asfabrication of parts, chemical reactivity, surfacemodification, and biocompatibility. The contrib-utors also examine stents, orthodontic devices,and endodontic instruments. Future develop-ments in this area are discussed.Catalog no. WP7966, March 2009320 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7966-1$219.95 / £126.00






Biomaterials

New!Biomaterialsand TissueEngineering in UrologyEdited by

John DenstedtUniversity of Western Ontario,Canada

Anthony AtalaWake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA

This text summarizes recent research on the useof biomaterials and tissue engineering in thetreatment of urological disorders. Part Onereviews the fundamentals, including biofilmsand encrustation formation. Part Two then dis-cusses recent advances in biomaterials and thedesign of urological devices such as metalureteral stents, self-lubricating catheter materi-als, and penile implants. The final sectionaddresses urological tissue engineering, cover-ing artificial and natural biomaterials, nanotech-nology, and placental stem cells used for theregeneration of urological tissue and organs.Catalog no. N10041, June 2009500 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0177-2$247.95 / £150.00

New!

AdvancedTextiles forWound CareEdited byS. RajendranUniversity of Bolton, UK

This collection provides adetailed review of how tex-tiles are incorporated into wound care applica-tions and explains the importance and suitabili-ty of using textiles on different wound types. Itintroduces wound care and wound manage-ment and the importance of laboratory testingin relation to these issues. It comprehensivelyreviews the different textile dressings availableand discusses moist wound management andbioactive dressings to promote healing. Theconcluding chapters describe how advancedtextiles, such as smart temperature controlledtextiles and composites, can be used for woundcare products.Catalog no. WP9489, June 2009, 384 pp.ISBN: 978-1-4200-9489-3, $222.95 / £135.00

BiologicallyInspiredTextilesEdited by

A. Abbott and M. EllisonClemson University, South Carolina, USA

Written by a distinguishedteam of internationalauthors, this text explores the current state ofthe art in this research arena and examineshow biomimetics are increasingly applied tonew textile technologies. It discusses the princi-ples, production, and properties of biomimet-ics. Topics include recombinant DNA technolo-gies and their applications for protein produc-tion, spinning of fibers from protein solutions,and structure/function relationships in spidersilk. Building on this foundation, the book thenreviews the application of biomimetics to arange of textile applications, including thedesign of clothing and self-cleaning textiles.

Catalog no. WP7985, March 2009320 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7985-2$219.95 / £115.00

Biomaterials for TreatingSkin LossDenis OrgillBrigham and Women’s Hospital,Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Carlos BlancoUniversity Hospital Maastricht,The Netherlands

A comprehensive review ofthe range of biomaterials for treating skin loss,this book begins with an examination of thebasics of skin replacement with chapters onmarkets and regulation, biomechanics, and thebiological environment of skin. It then reviewsepidermal and dermal replacement technologywith discussions on alternative delivery of ker-atinocytes, collagen-based and human origin-based dermal replacement, and lyophilizedxenogenic products. The book closes with anexploration of combined dermis and epidermalreplacement technologies and provides around-up of skin replacement principles.

Catalog no. N10002, February 2009320 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-9989-8$239.95 / £125.00





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Nanomaterials


New!Nano- andBiocompositesEdited by

Alan Kin-tak LauThe Hong Kong PolytechnicUniversity, KowloonFarzana HussainOregon State University,Corvallis, USA

Khalid LafdiUniversity of Dayton, Ohio, USA

Advances in nanotechnology are leading to thecreation of composites with a myriad of med-ical applications. This forward-thinking book-melds research in biocomposites with advancesin nanocomposite technology to provide aninterdisciplinary resource on advanced materi-als for the biomedical industry. It brings togeth-er pioneering researchers who describe theircontributions to the field. Among other areas,they cover nanostructured polymer compositesand nano/bio composites. They look at devel-opments in tissue engineering, safer resins fortooth and bone repair, and improved artificialjoints. They also discuss potential opportunitiesfor continued research.Catalog no. 8027X, August 2009408 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-8027-8$159.95 / £99.00

New!Structure Property Correlationsfor Nanoporous MaterialsAbhijit ChatterjeeAccelrys, Tokyo, Japan

Those seeking to develop and studynanoporous catalytic materials now have theresource they need to help them performmolecular simulations. In this volume, AbhijitChatterjee, a pioneering researcher involvedwith the application of density functional theo-ry in chemical reactions, discusses the theoreti-cal concepts and basic aspects of nano-porousmaterials and molecular modeling density. Heprovides researchers with the methods neededto carry out simulations covering synthesis andcharacterization relevant to applications in thepetrochemical and fine chemical industries aswell as in biology.


CarbonNanotubesProperties andApplicationsEdited byMichael J. O’ConnellUnidym, Inc., Menlo Park,California, USA

This volume takes a broadlook at CNTs and the toolsused to study them. It opens with a generalintroduction to the basic characteristics and thehistory of CNTs, followed by discussions onsynthesis methods and the growth of “pea-pod” structures. Coverage then moves to elec-tronic properties and band structures of single-wall nanotubes (SWNTs), magnetic properties,Raman spectroscopy of electronic and chemi-cal behavior, and electromechanical propertiesand applications in NEMS. The final sections ofthe book explore mechanical properties ofSWNTs spun into fibers, sidewall functionaliza-tion in composites, and the practice of usingSWNTs as tips for scanning probe microscopes.Catalog no. 2748, 2006, 360 pp.ISBN: 978-0-8493-2748-3$114.95 / £72.99

Bestseller!NanomaterialsHandbookEdited by

Yury GogotsiDrexel University, Philadelphia,Pennsylvania, USA

Exploring emerging mate-rials and those alreadycommercially available, this handbook delvesinto the unique properties of materials that arerealized at the nano level. Offering in-depthinvestigation of carbon-based nanomaterials, itgoes beyond the usual discussion of nanotubesand nanofibers to consider graphite whiskers,cones and polyhedral crystals, and nanocrys-talline diamonds. Using language familiar tomaterials scientists, it also provides significantnew information with regard to nanostruc-tured semiconductors, ceramics, metals, bio-materials and polymers, as well as advances indrug delivery. Catalog no. 2308, 2006800 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8493-2308-9$154.95 / £98.00






Fire Science Electronic & MagneticMaterials

Introduction to OrganicElectronic andOptoelectronicMaterials andDevicesEdited by

Sam-Shajing SunNorfolk State University,Virginia, USA

Larry R. DaltonUniversity of Washington, Seattle, USA

Reflecting the rapid growth in research anddevelopment on organic/polymeric electronicand photonic materials and devices, this vol-ume examines organic semiconducting, con-ducting, and superconducting materials; FieldEffect Transistors (FETs); nonvolatile organicthin-flim memory devices; and organic, elec-tro-optic and opto-electronic materials. It pres-ents the most widely recognized fundamentals,principles, and mechanisms along with repre-sentative examples, key experimental data, andover 200 illustrative figures. Catalog no. 9284, 2008936 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8493-9284-9$119.95 / £76.99

CombustionPhenomenaSelected Mechanismsof Flame Formation,Propagation andExtinctionEdited by

Jozef JarosinskiTechnical University of Lodz, PolandBernard VeyssiereLaboratoire de Combustion et de Detonique, Futuroscope-Chasseneuil, France

Utilizing a large amount of illustrations, thisbook provides a comprehensive survey of thefundamental processes occurring in the con-ception, spread, and extinguishment of a flame.Taking readers through the stages of combus-tion, the expert contributors visually display,mathematically explain, and clearly theorize onimportant physical topics of combustion, suchas flammability limits, instability, and quench-ing. An accompanying CD-ROM presentsnumerous color photographs, which reveal various combustion phenomena.Catalog no. 8408, February 2009234 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8493-8408-0$149.95 / £83.00

Solid StateEngineeringPhysicsPrabir Kanti Basu andHrishikesh DhasmanaLingaya’s Institute ofManagement and Technology,Faridabad, India

A comprehensive introduc-tion to the subject, this textfirst examines the crystal structure of new mate-rials, discussing point defects both qualitativelyand quantitatively. Focusing on quantumphysics, the next chapter examines the dualnature of particles and the Schrödinger equa-tion. The authors then cover the free electrontheory of metals and semiconductors. They alsostudy the details of photoconductors and pho-tovoltaic cells as well as the magnetization fac-tor for various magnetic materials. The finalchapter focuses on the exciting phenomenon ofsuperconductivity.Catalog no. N10068, April 2009184 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0647-0$79.95 / £41.99

New!Fire Retardancy ofPolymeric MaterialsSecond EditionEdited by

Charles A. WilkieMarquette University, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USAAlexander B. MorganUniversity of Dayton, Research Institute, Ohio, USA

The new edition of this classic volume expandsits coverage to reflect the multi-disciplinaryapproach of flame retardancy today. The textfocuses on fire retardant chemistry, regulations,fire safety engineering, fire phenomena, and allthe other ancillary issues that pertain to thisapplied field of materials science. Using a mixof “how-to” instructions and a distillation oftechnical knowledge, the book provides sug-gested formulations, discusses why one materi-al is preferred over another for a particular useor application, and offers a starting point forthe compounder or plastics fabricator to passflammability requirements.Catalog no. 83996, December 2009c. 836 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-8399-6$169.95 / £108.00





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Electronic & Magnetic Materials


New!

Inorganic NanowiresApplications, Properties, andCharacterizationM. MeyyappanNASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, California, USA

Mahendra K. SunkaraUniversity of Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Nanotechnology production has exploded inthe last five years, due in no small part to itsrapidly increasing impact in the area of com-mercial electronics, much of that made possi-ble by the development of nanowires.Providing researchers and product developerswith essential information on both popularand emerging varieties, this volume coverstheir growth, characterization, and properties.It looks at various types, including semicon-ducting, metallic, and oxide, and includesextensive coverage of applications that areeither already using or are ideal candidates fornanowires in electronics, optoelectronics, fieldemission, thermoelectric devices, and sensors.

Contents:

Introduction Historical Perspective Growth Techniques Thermodynamic and Kinetic Aspects of

Nanowire Growth Modeling of Nanowire Growth Semiconducting Nanowires Phase Change Materials Metallic Nanowires Oxide Nanowires Nitride Nanowires Other Nanowires Applications in Electronics Applications in Optoelectronics Applications in Sensors Applications in the Energy SectorOther Applications Index


New!

OrganicElectronicsMaterials,Processing, Devicesand ApplicationsEdited by

Franky SoUniversity of Florida, Gainesville, USA

Although organic electronics has receivedincreased attention in scientific journals, mostbooks on the subject only cover certain aspectsof organic electronic materials and devices.This is the first book to detail the chemistry,physics, and processing involved, along withdifferent types of applications. Leading expertsfocus on their area of specialty to cover chem-istry and materials, fundamental physics, anddevice processing and fabrication. They pro-vide state-of-the-art information on the latestimprovements for experienced researcherswhile also presenting a comprehensiveoverview for those new to the field.

Features:

• Provides an overview for those new to thesubject as well as material for experiencedresearchers

• Covers the broad subject of organic electronics from chemistry, physics, andprocessing to device applications

• Includes information on both conjugatedand non-conjugated polymers and smallmolecule materials for LEDs, photovoltaics,and thin film transistors

• Discusses fundamentals of charge injectionin organic semiconductors and the effectof interface dipoles on charge injection

• Presents information on low-temperatureprocesses and novel patterning techniques

• Reviews recent progress in OLEDs, organicthin film transistors, and organic photovoltaic devices

• Covers new applications of organic electronic devices: biosensors, opticalcommunications, and solid-state lighting

Catalog no. 72900, November 2009c. 544 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7290-7$149.95 / £95.00





AdvancedMaterials andDesign forElectromagneticInterferenceShieldingXingcun Colin TongLaird Technologies, Schaumburg, Illinois, USA


New!

Electrochemistry of PorousMaterialsAntonio Doménech CarbóUniversity of Valencia, Spain

Catalog no. K10316, November 2009c. 324 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0633-3$129.95 / £82.00

Defects inMicroelectronicMaterials andDevicesEdited by

Daniel M. Fleetwood,Sokrates T. Pantelides,and Ronald D. SchrimpfVanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, USA


UltrafastDynamics andLaser Action ofOrganicSemiconductorsEdited by

Zeev Valy VardenyUniversity of Utah, Salt LakeCity, USA


Physics andApplications of NegativeRefractive Index MaterialsS. Anantha RamakrishnaIndian Institute of Technology,Kanpur, India

Tomasz M. GrzegorczykMassachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, USA


Smart MaterialsEdited by

Mel SchwartzConsultant, Clearwater, Florida, USA








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New!

MetamaterialsHandbookTwo Volume Slipcase SetFilippo CapolinoUniversity of California, Irvine

Summarizing the state of the art in electro-magnetic artificial materials (or metamateri-als), from microwave to optical ranges, theMetamaterials Handbook covers all aspectsof the field in two separate volumes. It organ-izes all conceivable aspects of the results ofvarious years of research in this exciting area,serving as a guide for industry and academicresearchers as well as for designers using arti-ficial materials for electronic devices across theentire frequency spectrum, from megahertzto optical frequencies. The study of metama-terials breaks down traditional frontiers andinvolves a wide range of disciplines, includingphysics, microfabrication, electromagnetictheory, and computational methods.

Catalog no. 53620, October 2009c. 1600 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-5362-3$169.95 / £103.00

The Handbook can also be purchasedas two individual volumes:

Theory and Phenomena ofMetamaterialsCatalog no. 54252, October 2009c. 974 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-5425-5$99.95 / £60.99

Applications of MetamaterialsCatalog no. 54236, October 2009c. 762 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-5423-1$99.95 / £60.99

New!

Carbons forElectrochemicalEnergy Storageand ConversionSystemsEdited by

François BéguinCNRS University, Orleans, France

Elžbieta Fr�ckowiakPoznan University of Technology, Poland

Written in collaboration with prominent scien-tists in carbon science and its energy-relatedapplications, Carbons for ElectrochemicalEnergy Storage and Conversion Systemsprovides the most complete and up-to-datecoverage available on carbon materials forapplication in electrochemical energy storageand conversion. The text studies different car-bon materials and their detailed physicochem-ical properties and provides an in-depth reviewof their wide-ranging applications, includinglithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, fuel cells,and primary cells.

Figures, tables, equations, and case studies provide concrete guidance

Recognizing that most scientists involved withthese applications are materials scientists ratherthan electrochemists, the text begins with areview of electrochemical principles and meth-ods. It then covers the different forms of tradi-tional sp2 carbons, introduces novel tech-niques for preparing advanced carbons, anddescribes the main physicochemical propertieswhich control the electrochemical behavior ofcarbons. The second half of the book focuseson research and provides a wealth of originalinformation on industrial applications.

Complete with an abundance of figures, tables,equations, and case studies, this book is anideal one-stop reference for researchers, engi-neers, and students working on developing thecarbon-based energy storage and conversionsystems of tomorrow.







Composites & Advanced Materials

FunctionallyGradedMaterialsNonlinear Analysis ofPlates and ShellsHui-Shen ShenShanghai Jiao Tong University,China

This book introduces the modeling of function-ally graded materials (FGMs) and presents thederivation of the governing equations of FGMplates in the von Karman sense. It presents thegeometrically nonlinear bending of FGM platesdue to transverse static loads of heat conduc-tion and furnishes a detailed treatment of thepostbuckling problems of FGM plates subject-ed to thermal, electrical, and mechanical loads.The book then covers the nonlinear vibration ofFGM plates without or with piezoelectric actu-ators and discusses postbuckling solutions forFGM cylindrical shells under various loadingconditions.Catalog no. 92561, January 2009280 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-9256-1$149.95 / £89.00

New!

Composite MaterialsTechnologyNeural Network ApplicationsEdited by

S.M. SapuanUniversiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Selangor

Iqbal Mohammed MujtabaUniversity of Bradford, UK

An established area in computer science, neu-ral networks have been used with great successin various branches of scientific and technolog-ical research, ranging from civil engineeringand chemical processing to agriculture, spacestudy, and manufacturing. Bringing togetherthe work of leading researchers, this book pro-vides readers with an understanding of the var-ious applications of artificial neural networks incomposite material technology. It covers dam-age detection, design and analysis, mechanicalproperties, and materials and process selection.


New!

AdvancedMaterials andTechniques forReinforcedConcreteStructuresMohamed El-ReedyEngineering Consultant in the Oil and Gas Industry, Giza, Egypt

While attractive to developers and investors,the safe and economic design and constructionof reinforced concrete buildings can sometimesbe problematic. This book discusses how tocreate safety and economy in design, construc-tion, and maintenance operations plans. Theauthor presents up-to-date data on advancedmaterials and techniques, exploring the advan-tages and disadvantages of different structuresystems in durability, reliability, construction,and architectural requirements.

Catalog no. 88912, June 2009327 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-8891-5$129.95 / £78.99

New!

Capacity and Transport inContrast Composite StructuresAsymptotic Analysis and ApplicationsA.A. Kolpakov and A.G. KolpakovUniversita degli Studi di Cassino, Italy

A transport problem refers to a problem thatis described with scalar linear elliptic equa-tions. Devoted to the analysis of transportproblems for systems of densely packed, con-trast composite materials, this book presentsnew and modified asymptotic methods forreal-world applications in composite materi-als development. The authors cover asymp-totic analysis of partial differential equations,material science, and the analysis of effectiveproperties of electroceramics. The text alsoprovides numerical calculations of moderncomposite materials that take into accountnonlinear effects. Catalog no. K10104, November 2009c. 312 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0175-8$159.95 / £99.00





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Energy Applications


Solid OxideFuel CellsMaterials Propertiesand PerformanceEdited by

Jeffrey Fergus, Rob Hui, Xianguo Li,David P. Wilkinson, and Jiujun Zhang

With contributions from international scientistsactive in SOFC research, this volume providesstate-of-the-art information for the selectionand development of materials for improvedSOFC performance. It describes current materi-als, future advances in materials, and significanttechnical problems that remain unresolved.The book covers electrolytes, anodes, and cath-odes as well as interconnects and sealants,which are two supporting components of thefuel cell stack. It also addresses the variousissues involved in materials processing forSOFC applications.Catalog no. 88831, January 2009298 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-8883-0$139.95 / £89.00

New!

Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel CellsMaterials Properties and PerformanceEdited by

David P. Wilkinson, Jiujun Zhang, Rob Hui,Jeffrey Fergus, and Xianguo Li

Fuel cells are an important enabling technolo-gy for the hydrogen economy and have thepotential to revolutionize the way we powerour world. However, many challenges must beovercome before fuel cell systems become acompetitive alternative for consumers.Considering performance, durability, and cost,this book examines the issues and recentprogress on key materials for proton exchangemembrane fuel cells (PEMFC). The text reviewsthese materials in terms of properties andfunctions in fuel cells, such as temperature lim-its, catalytic activity, catalyst poisoning, pro-tonic conductivities, chemical stability, degra-dation, microstructure, and processing.

Contents and Contributors:

Recent Developments in Electrocatalyst Activityand Stability for Proton Exchange MembraneFuel Cells, David Thompsett

Catalyst Layers and Fabrication, Zhong Xie,Chaojie Song, David P. Wilkinson, andJiujun Zhang

Proton Exchange Membranes, Timothy J. Peckham,Yunsong Yang, and Steven Holdcroft

Diffusion Layers, Mauricio Blanco and David P. Wilkinson

Bipolar Plates and Plate Materials, Tim Cheng

Physical Modeling of Materials for PEFCs: A Balancing Act of Water and ComplexMorphologies, Michael H. Eikerling and Kourosh Malek


New!Fuel CellsModeling, Control,and ApplicationsBei GouUniversity of Texas at Arlington, USA

Woon Ki NaCaterpillar, Inc. Peoria, Illinois, USA

Bill DiongTexas Christian University, SanAntonio, USA

Filled with simulation examples and test results,this book describes advanced research on mod-eling and control designs for fuel cells andhybrid energy systems. It discusses novel non-linear control design for PEM fuel cells, exploresdynamic modeling, and compares linear andnonlinear control designs and their effective-ness. The authors present the Simulink imple-mentation of the dynamic model and nonlinearcontrol of fuel cells and illustrate their integra-tion as distributed generators in utility powersystem load flow analysis.






Adhesives

New!

Handbook ofSealantTechnologyEdited by

K.L. MittalHopewell Junction, New York, USA

A. PizziUniversité Henri Poincaré-Nancy1, France

Sealing is an age-old problem that dates backto our earliest attempts to create a more com-fortable living environment. Prehistoric peopleused natural sealants such as earth, loam, grass,and reeds to protect the interior of their homesagainst the weather. Today’s applicationsextend to a myriad of uses. The Handbook ofSealant Technology provides an in-depthexamination of sealants, reviewing their histor-ical developments and fundamentals, adhesiontheories and properties, and today’s widerange of applications.

Featuring contributions from international aca-demic and industry experts, this comprehen-sive, illustrated reference explores:

• The history of sealants from the StoneAge to the present

• The testing and durability of sealants andsealed joints

• The use of organofunctional silanes insealant technology

• Hot melt and intumescent sealants• Urethane waterproofing membrane

systems• Foam back-up materials• Sealants for use in construction, bridge

expansion joints, and automotive electronics

• Fibrin sealants for biomedical applications

As technology continues to develop, the poten-tial for sealant use grows exponentially. Thisvaluable reference guide provides a window onthe past and offers insight into the extent offuture possibilities in a host of industries.


Handbook ofPressure-SensitiveAdhesives andProductsThree Volume SetEdited by

István BenedekPressure Sensitive Consulting, Wuppertal, Germany

Mikhail M. FeldsteinTopchiev Institute for Petrochemical Synthesis, Moscow, Russia

Made up of three stand-alone references, theHandbook of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesivesand Products offers a complete guide to thefundamentals, manufacturing, and applica-tions of pressure-sensitive adhesives and prod-ucts. Indispensable and state-of-the-art, theseresources cover the fundamental processesinvolved with the design of pressure-sensitiveadhesives and products. They also discuss thetechnology and equipment used in their man-ufacture, the related test methods, and explainthe theory and practices used to develop andapply assorted products.

Topically organized for ease of reference, thesethree volumes span physics, macromolecularscience, surface chemistry, nanotechnology,web-finishing, and materials including healthcare and electronic materials, as well as theautomotive engineering, packaging, biomed-ical tape, and label industries.

Save on the set!


The Handbook can also be purchasedas three individual volumes:

Fundamentals of Pressure SensitivityCatalog no. 59378, January 2009, 370 pp.,ISBN: 978-1-4200-5937-3, $129.95 / £82.00

Technology of Pressure-SensitiveAdhesives and ProductsCatalog no. 59394, January 2009, 568 pp.ISBN: 978-1-4200-5939-7, $149.95 / £95.00Applications of Pressure-SensitiveProductsCatalog no. 59351, January 2009, 384 pp.ISBN: 978-1-4200-5935-9, $119.95 / £76.99






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Industrial Textiles


New!

Fatigue Failureof Textile FibresEdited by

Mohsen MiraftabThe University of Bolton, UK

Expertly edited with aninternational panel of con-tributors, this book explains the different typesof fatigue failure that can occur in textiles,including tensile, torsional, and flex fatigue,and describes the mechanisms of each type offatigue. With chapters covering the factors thatcan affect fatigue life and fatigue behavior, thebook underlines the relationship that fatiguehas with the environment and looks at testingand modeling fatigue in such areas as polymermatrices. It then relates actual fibre fatigue fail-ures to those of laboratory tests and explainshow they influence mathematical modeling topredict potential failure.

Catalog no. N10048, May 2009320 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0210-6$209.95 / £115.00

Smart Clothesand WearableTechnologyEdited by

J. McCannUniversity of Wales, Newport, UK

D. BrysonUniversity of Derby, UK

A comprehensive review ofthe technologies andmaterials available for the design and produc-tion of smart clothing, this book goes beyondthe basics to provide a comprehensiveoverview of various wearer requirements. Afterassessing the design and materials available forsmart clothing and wearable technology, thebook covers the design process from fiberselection through to product development indigital print technology. It then examines thegeneral requirements, types of technologiesavailable, and manufacturing methods of smartclothing. The coverage includes developmentsin fabric joining and graphic communications.

Catalog no. N10013, March 2009384 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0113-0$249.95 / £150.00

Identificationof Textile FibersEdited by

Max M. HouckWest Virginia University,Morgantown, USA

Identifying fibers involvesobserving the physical andchemical properties of thefiber, a process for which there are numerousinstruments available. This book provides acomprehensive review of fiber structure, thediversity of instruments available to identifythem, and applications for a range of indus-tries. The first part examines the main fibers,their structure, and characteristics. It thenfocuses on methods of fiber identification,ranging from microscopic to DNA analysis.

Catalog no. N10014, February 2009320 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0114-7$239.95 / £125.00

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Handbook ofTextile FibreStructureVolume 2, Natural,Regenerated,Inorganic, andSpecialist FibresEdited by

S. Eichhorn, J.W. S. Hearle, M. Jaffe, and T. Kikutani

This authoritative collection provides a compre-hensive review of the structure of an extensiverange of textile fibres. The book begins with anintroductory set of chapters on fibre structureand methods to characterize them. It thenreviews the structure of natural cellulosic andprotein fibres, including cotton, silk and wool.It also covers the structure of manufacturedpolymer fibres, such as polyester, polyamides,elastomeric fibres and high-modulus, high-tenacity polymer fibres. The book concludeswith a discussion of the structure of a variety ofother textile fibres such as glass, carbon, andoptical fibres.

Catalog no. N10129, August 2009ISBN: 978-1-4398-2072-8$249.95 / £160.00






Surface Engineering Tribology andLubrication

New!Introduction to Texture AnalysisMacrotexture, Microtexture, andOrientation Mapping, Second EditionOlaf EnglerHydro Aluminium Deutschland GmbH, Bonn, Germany

Valerie RandleUniversity of Wales, Swansea, UK

Completely revised and updated, this secondedition of a bestselling volume provides anintroductory-level guide to texture analysis. Itstands out as one of the only books to addresstraditional texture analysis and newer electron-microscopy-based microtexture analysis.Mathematics of the subject are kept to the min-imum necessary to understand the scientificprinciples. The text highlights the microtextureanalysis, reflecting both the growing emphasison this modern approach and our greaterrequirement for detailed explanation of thephilosophy, practice, and analysis associatedwith it.

Catalog no. 63650, November 2009c. 488 pp., Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-6365-3$129.95 / £82.00

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The Kelvin Probe forSurface EngineeringFundamentals and DesignA. Subrahmanyam and Suresh KumarIndian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai

In surface engineering, the Kelvin probe is con-sidered the most powerful non-destructivetechnique used to understand active and pas-sive surfaces and interfaces. This volume is thefirst complete source of information on theKelvin probe. While the equipment can be eas-ily fabricated, until now engineers have lackedready access to what this text provides: system-atic documentation on design and fabrication.Just as significantly, this authoritative volumealso explains how to interpret Kelvin probedata. It guides readers through the basics ofdesign and builds their capacity for analysisthrough the use of case studies.

Catalog no. AB8077, July 2009200 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-8077-3$99.95 / £60.99

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Integral Approaches to Tribo-Testing inMechanical EngineeringHar PrashadConsultant for Centre for Tribology Incorporated (CETR),Campbell, California, USA

With in-depth coverage of multifaceted prob-lems and their solutions, this book reviewsnano/micro studies of different coatings, bio-engineering, lubricants and additives, and newtesting, and diagnosis approaches in variousdimensions. The book presents original investi-gations and studies in the area of mechanicalengineering and industrial tribology. It is a criti-cal resource for engineers and technologists ofheavy industry, students, research engineersand scientists, academicians, and others whograpple with the complex problems of the test-ing of engineering components and tribologyfor multifaceted research.

Catalog no. N10064, August 2009275 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-0608-1$129.95 / £78.99

Tribology ofNatural FiberCompositesEdited by

Navin ChandAdvanced Materials & ProcessesResearch Institute, Bhopal, India

Mohammed FahimUniversity of Delhi, India

Highlighting mechanical properties and failuremechanisms, this book covers the availabilityand processing of natural fiber polymer com-posites and their structural, thermal, mechani-cal, and tribological properties. It discussessources of natural fibers and the thermal, struc-tural, mechanical, spectroscopic, and morpho-logical properties of unmodified and chemical-ly modified natural fibers. The author intro-duces the tribology of polymer composites anddescribes how reinforcement and fillers modifytheir tribological properties. He then covers thechemical composition, physical structure,mechanical properties, and tribological behav-ior of polymer reinforced composites.

Catalog no. WP9001, January 2009200 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-9001-7$239.95 / £126.00





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Friction Scienceand TechnologyFrom Concepts toApplications, Second EditionPeter J. BlauOak Ridge National Laboratory,Tennessee, USA

From the history of frictionstudies to the evolution ofmeasurement instruments, this volume pro-vides a broad, multidisciplinary overview of thefield. Expanded coverage in this editionincludes the effects of engine conditioning onlubricant frictional characteristics and the roleof friction in automotive and truck brakes. Italso explores the friction of footware and bio-materials. The text updates ASTM standardsand offers a case study that describes how anew standard for piston ring and liner frictionwas developed.Catalog no. 5404X, January 2009432 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-5404-0$139.95 / £89.00

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Handbook ofLubrication andTribologyVolume I, Applicationand Maintenance,Second EditionEdited byGeorge E. TottenPortland State University, Oregon, USA

Focused on the use of lubricants in a variety ofend-use applications, this second edition con-tinues to be a cutting-edge contribution to thefields of industrial lubrication and tribology.This volume addresses the latest technologyrelated to testing and maintenance proce-dures, along with changes in our understand-ing of how lubrication principles impact imple-mentation. It includes new international stan-dards on safety, environmental protection, andwaste treatment. It also includes a cross-refer-ence of these standards and discusses applica-tions in the microelectronics industry.


Lubrication andMaintenance ofIndustrialMachineryBest Practices andReliabilityEdited by

Robert M. GreshamSociety of Tribologists &Lubrication Engineers, Zionsville, Indiana, USA

George E. TottenPortland State University, Oregon, USA

Written by peer-recognized industry experts,Lubrication and Maintenance of IndustrialMachinery: Best Practices and Reliability pro-vides the necessary tools for maintenance pro-fessionals who are responsible for overall oper-ational functions. With chapters culled from thesecond edition of the Handbook of Lubricationand Tribology, Volume 1 and a new introducto-ry chapter, this work supplies critical lubricationinformation that can be used to achieve greatermachine reliability. Incorporating Lean meth-ods, this resource can be used by everyoneinvolved in the production process, from super-visors to floor personnel. Recommended for STLE’s CertifiedLubrication Specialist® Certification

In addition to lubrication program development and scheduling, this volumealso covers critical elements of the reliabilityequation, such as:

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lubricants• Energy conservation• Storage and handling• Recycling of used oils

This book fills a niche by specifically and com-prehensively focusing on lubrication as part ofthe overall maintenance program. Under theeditorial guidance of two of the most respect-ed names in the field, this seminal work is des-tined to become an industry standard.






Materials Characterization & Testing

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The PhysicalChemistry ofMaterialsEnergy andEnvironmentalApplicationsRolando M.A. Roque-MalherbeUniversity of Turabo, Gurabo, Puerto Rico

This book examines the structure, synthesis,properties, and applications of adsorbents, cat-alysts, ion exchangers and conductors, andpermeable porous and dense materials. Thebook shows how the materials are used in gasseparation, membrane reactors, pollutionabatement, detergency, agriculture, sustain-able energy applications, and more. It also dis-cusses the theoretical aspects of materialsphysics, describes the characterization of mate-rials, and explains diffusion in dense andporous materials.

Catalog no. 82728, October 2009c. 522 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-8272-2$149.95 / £95.00

Real-Time WeldProcessMonitoringEdited by

Y.M. ZhangUniversity of Kentucky,Lexington, USA

There is a growing interestin the use of sensors toprovide accurate, real-time monitoring in cir-cumstances where it cannot be achieved bymore traditional testing and inspection tech-niques. This volume reviews the range of mon-itoring techniques available and their applica-tions. The first part of the book reviews therange of sensor technologies in welding, fromarc and optical sensors to infrared and ultrason-ic techniques. Part Two discusses the monitor-ing of particular aspects of welding such asweld seams and profiles, the analysis of weldpenetration and weld pool surface, as well asmonitoring of resistance and laser welding.

Catalog no. WP7787, 2008312 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7787-2$239.95 / £126.00

MaterialsCharacterizationTechniquesSam Zhang and Lin LiNanyang TechnologicalUniversity, Singapore

Ashok KumarUniversity of South Florida,Tampa, USA

With an emphasis on practical applications andreal-world case studies, this volume presents theprinciples of widely used advanced surface andstructural characterization techniques for qualityassurance, contamination control, and processimprovement. The book reviews the most pop-ular analysis and quality control tools andexplains the appropriate uses and related techni-cal requirements. The text features coverage of awide range of topics, including Auger electronspectroscopy, atomic force microscopy, trans-mission electron microscopy, gel electrophoresischromatography, laser confocal scanning flores-cent microscopy, and UV spectroscopy.

Catalog no. 42947, January 2009, 344 pp.,ISBN: 978-1-4200-4294-8, $99.95 / £39.99

Fabric TestingEdited by

Jinlian HuHong Kong Polytechnic University

A comprehensive review ofthe tests available for fab-rics, this volume beginswith introductory chaptersthat discuss the scope,importance, and statisticalanalysis of fabric testing. The book then reviewsvarious types of fabric tests such as fabric com-position testing; physical and mechanical tests;fabric chemical testing; methods for testingappearance, permeability, comfort and flam-mability; dyeing and coloring tests; and keyissues in testing textile samples. With its distin-guished editor and international team of con-tributors this is a valuable resource for design-ers, technologists, quality inspectors and test-ing institutes in the textile industry as well asacademics and students within the textile field.

Catalog no. WP7988, January 2009320 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7988-3$259.95 / £135.00





UltrasonicsData, Equations andTheir Practical UsesEdited by

Dale EnsmingerSunnyvale, California, USA

Foster B. StulenEthicon Endo-Surgery, Cincinnati,Ohio, USA

Ultrasonics is a form of acoustical energy withpractical applications in a variety of areas, suchas medicine and nondestructive testing. Thisvolume examines data and functions gatheredfrom several areas of science and technology.The book evaluates the practicality of new ideasand explores how to make important data avail-able for the design of ultrasonic systems to meetpresent and new developments. Additional cov-erage includes design equations, piezoelectricmaterials, magnetostrictive transducer designdata, materials evaluation, and mechanicaleffects of ultrasonic energy.

Catalog no. DK8307, January 2009508 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8247-5830-1$139.95 / £89.00

New!Nanoscale Physics forMaterials ScienceTakaaki Tsurumi, Hiroyuki Hirayama,Martin Vacha, and Tomoyasu Taniyama

Based on a progressive multi-disciplinary gradu-ate course at the prestigious Tokyo Institute ofTechnology, this work offers an accessibleapproach to the nanoscale physics phenomenabehind the unusual properties of nanomaterials.A current resource for material scientists, engi-neers, physicists, and students, the book bringstogether the work of four leading experts. Inrelation to materials at the nanoscale, it coversthe fundamentals of quantum mechanics andband structure, electronic states and electricalproperties, optical properties and interactions,and magnetic and magnetotransport proper-ties. The book also includes worked examples toclarify the material.


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Advanced polymer-based nanocomposite materials con-tinue to become increasingly popular and important for awide range of engineering applications, as evidenced bycontinued government initiatives involving R&D andcommercialization of these substances. In the race toexploit the unique mechanical, thermal, and electricalproperties of nanocomposite materials, researchers mustalso address new challenges to predict, understand, andmanage the potentially adverse effects they could have onhuman lives and the environment.

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