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CONTENTS Fundamentals..........................................................3 Characterization & Processing ................................6 MEMS & NEMS ......................................................7 Fundamentals of Microfabrication & Nanotechnology ....................................................9 Page 5
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Nanomaterials ......................................................10 Biomaterials & Medical Devices ............................12 Composite Materials ............................................17 Electronic & Magnetic Materials ..........................20 Metals & Alloys ....................................................22 Polymers................................................................23 General..................................................................26
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Fundamentals Materials and Process Selection for Engineering Design
Introduction to the Physics and Chemistry of Materials Robert J. Naumann University of Alabama, Huntsville, USA
Third Edition Mahmoud M. Farag The American University in Cairo, Egypt
“The key elements of materials selection are handled exceptionally thoroughly. The quantitative treatment of the topics makes this book a perfect adjunct, if not outright, textbook for undergraduate courses.” ––Stephen H. Carr, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, USA
This Third Edition of the bestselling Materials and Process Selection for Engineering Design contains new material on environmental impact assessment, cost analysis, economic process improvement, safety codes, quality function deployment, HOQ in mechanical design, design for Six Sigma, failure mode and effect analysis, systems failure analysis, and more—as well as new appendices on metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Each chapter offers a summary, review questions, suggestions for student projects, and references for further reading.
Features: • Provides tables on materials composition and properties, unit conversions, and a MATLAB® toolbox for solving materials selection problems • Uses examples and open-ended case studies to explain the subject matter and illustrate its practical application in engineering • Includes a solutions manual, PowerPoint presentations, and figure slides with qualifying course adoption ®
Abridged Contents: Product Design and Development in the Industrial Enterprise. Failure Under Mechanical Loading. Corrosion, Wear, and Degradation of Materials. Selection of Materials to Resist Failure. The Nature of Engineering Design. Effect of Material Properties on Design. Effect of Manufacturing Processes on Design. Economics and Environmental Impact of Materials and Processes. The Materials Selection Process. Materials Substitution. Case Studies in Materials Selection and Substitution. Metallic Materials. Polymers. Ceramic Materials. Composite Materials. Semiconductors and Advanced Materials. Conversion of Units and Hardness Values. Glossary.
Providing the foundation needed for more advanced study, this text discusses the structure and properties of materials and how these materials are used in diverse applications. Ideal for a two-semester course, it covers chemical bonding, crystal structure, mechanical properties, phase transformations, and materials processing, along with thermal, electronic, photonic, optical, and magnetic properties of materials. The author explores developments in photonics and magnetoelectronics and provides examples to evaluate how well-simplified theories predict the actual performance of various materials. A solutions manual is available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. 6133X, December 2008, 533 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6133-8, $159.95 / £102.00 Also available as an eBook
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Principles of Metallurgical Thermodynamics Sanat Kumar Roy and Subir Kumar Bose Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal
This textbook is designed to improve knowledge of thermodynamics-related fundamentals and to examine their effective applications in various aspects of metallurgy. It primarily deals with equilibrium thermodynamics, with an emphasis on reactivities of metals and materials used by the scientific and engineering community. However, it also touches upon some nonequilibrium effects relevant to material scientists. The contents of this book focus on the macroscopic point of view, with a passing reference to the microscopic statistical approach. Many special material systems, their properties, and uses are discussed. Catalog no. K23389, November 2014, c. 750 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4822-4245-4, $119.95 / £76.99
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Fundamentals Physical Properties of Materials Second Edition Mary Anne White Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
“… an alternative approach to the typical introductory MSE text used in service courses for engineers. … well written and comprehensive in its presentation. … well illustrated and contains an ample supply of challenging but useful problems.” —James A. Clum, University of Wisconsin, Madison, in Journal of Materials Education
Designed for advanced undergraduate students, Physical Properties of Materials, Second Edition establishes the principles that control the optical, thermal, electronic, magnetic, and mechanical properties of materials. Using an atomic and molecular approach, this introduction to materials science offers a wide-ranging survey of the field and a basis to understand future materials. The author describes applications of materials science, supplies extensive literature references and recommendations for further reading, and includes numerous real-life examples and illustrations. In addition, unique tutorials allow students to apply the principles to understand applications such as photocopying, magnetic devices, fiber optics, and more. This fully revised and updated second edition discusses materials sustainability, crystalline structures, and recent developments in graphene, carbon nanotubes, nanocomposites, magnetocaloric effect, and spintronics. Along with a new capstone tutorial on the materials science of cymbals, this edition contains more than 60 new end-of-chapter problems, bringing the total to 300 problems. Plus, the book’s companion website provides updates, links to relevant movies and podcasts, sources for demonstration materials, videos, and additional problems. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Computational Materials Science An Introduction June Gunn Lee Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul, South Korea
A much-needed practical introduction for non-specialist materials science students, Computational Materials Science: An Introduction covers the essentials of computational science and explains how computational tools and techniques work to help solve materials science problems. The book focuses on two levels of a materials system: the electronic structure level of nuclei and electrons, and the atomistic/molecular level. It presents computational treatments of these system levels using relevant molecular dynamics (MD) and firstprinciples methods. Further reading sections enable advanced study. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Employs XMD, LAMMPS, and VASP—the most frequently used computer programs in the field • Offers the option of conducting lectures and running exercises simultaneously • Contains numerous worked examples, references, and homework problems
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Molecular Dynamics. MD Exercises with XMD and LAMMPS. First-Principles Methods. Density Functional Theory, Treating Solids. DFT Exercises with VASP. Appendices. Catalog no. K11634, September 2011, 302 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3616-3, $98.95 / £62.99 Also available as an eBook
Abridged Contents: Introduction to Materials Science. Atomic and Molecular Origins of Color. Color in Metals and Semiconductors. Color from Interactions of Light Waves with Bulk Matter. Other Optical Effects. Heat Capacity, Heat Content, and Energy Storage. Thermal Expansion and Conductivity. Thermodynamic Aspects of Stability. Surface and Interfacial Phenomena. Other Phases of Matter. Electrical, Magnetic, and Mechanical Properties. Appendices. Catalog no. K12969, June 2011, 469 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-6651-1, $87.95 / £55.99 Also available as an eBook
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Fundamentals Bestseller! Bestseller!
Introduction to the Thermodynamics of Materials
Thermodynamics in Materials Science Second Edition
Fifth Edition
Robert DeHoff
David R. Gaskell Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA
University of Florida, Gainesville, USA
“The long life of this textbook is as good an evaluation of its quality as any book reviewer’s praise. ... It will remain as a classic for times to come.”
Reflecting the author’s classroom-tested approach, Thermodynamics in Materials Science, Second Edition provides a clear presentation of how thermodynamic data is used to predict the behavior of a wide range of materials. This primary textbook accentuates the integration of principles, strategies, and thermochemical data to generate accurate maps of equilibrium states, such as phase, predominance, and Pourbaix corrosion diagrams. It also recommends which maps are best suited for specific real-world scenarios and thermodynamic problems. This second edition introduces more user-friendly computer software for converting comprehensive databases into equilibrium maps. Examples and sample problems show how to apply appropriate strategies and develop the working equations of thermodynamics for systems of increasing complexity. A printed solutions manual and online instructor’s notes are available with qualifying course adoption.
—MRS Bulletin
Introduction to the Thermodynamics of Materials is the definitive introduction to the thermodynamic behavior of materials systems. Written for advanced undergraduate and first-year graduate students in metallurgy, metallurgical engineering, ceramics, or materials science, this basic text presents the underlying thermodynamic principles of materials and their plethora of applications. The book includes thorough phase diagrams and an abundance of practical examples. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Abridged Contents: Introduction and Definition of Terms. First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics. Statistical Interpretation of Entropy. Auxiliary Functions. Heat Capacity, Enthalpy, Entropy, and Third Law of Thermodynamics. Phase Equilibrium in a OneComponent System. Behavior of Gases and Solutions. Gibbs Free Energy-Composition and Phase Diagrams of Binary Systems. Reactions Involving Gases. Reactions Involving Pure Condensed Phases and a Gaseous Phase. Reaction Equilibria in Systems Containing Components in Condensed Solutions. Phase Diagrams for Binary Systems in PressureTemperature-Composition Space. Electrochemistry. Selected Thermodynamic and Thermochemical Data. Exact Differential Equations. Generation of Auxiliary Functions as Legendre Transformations. Nomenclatures.
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Structure of Thermodynamics. Laws of Thermodynamics. Thermodynamic Variables and Relations. Equilibrium in Thermodynamic Systems. Statistical Thermodynamics. Unary Heterogeneous Systems. Multicomponent, Homogenous NonReacting Systems: Solutions. Multicomponent Heterogeneous Systems. Thermodynamics of Phase Diagrams. Multicomponent, Multiphase Reacting Systems. Capillarity Effects in Thermodynamics. Defects in Crystals. Equilibrium in Continuous Systems: Thermodynamic Effects of External Fields. Electrochemistry. Catalog no. 4065, March 2006, 624 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-4065-9, $125.95 / £82.00
Catalog no. GS1076, March 2008, 618 pp. ISBN: 978-1-59169-043-6, $154.95 / £99.00
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Characterization & Processing XAFS for Everyone Scott Calvin Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, New York, USA
“The book is very timely … It is unique in covering theoretical background and experimental details to data analysis in a way that is easy to understand.”
Dopants and Defects in Semiconductors Matthew D. McCluskey Washington State University, Pullman, USA
Eugene E. Haller University of California, Berkeley, USA
Features:
This text covers the theory, experimentation, and identification of impurities, dopants, and intrinsic defects in semiconductors. By treating dopants and defects in semiconductors as a unified subject, the authors help define the field and prepare students for work in technologically important areas. Requiring no prior knowledge of semiconductor physics, the text provides a framework for understanding defects in any crystal, summarizes doping methods during and after semiconductor growth, and discusses the properties of dopants and defects. It also explains how characterization methods are used to investigate defects in semiconductors. Figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
• Employs case studies to demonstrate the use of XAFS principles
Catalog no. K11532, February 2012, 390 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3152-6, $104.95 / £66.99
• Describes both near-edge (XANES) and extended (EXAFS) applications in detail
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—Dr. Chi-Chang Kao, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Menlo Park, California, USA
XAFS for Everyone provides a practical, thorough introduction to XAFS spectroscopy for novices from a range of disciplines. An accessible, how-to guide to XAFS experiments, analysis, and modeling, the text is enhanced with more than 200 figures as well as cartoon characters who deliver informative commentary on the different approaches used without distracting from the main narrative.
• Provides derivations and sample calculations to foster a deeper comprehension of the results • Discusses the important and often-overlooked technique of principal component analysis • Includes figure slides with qualifying course adoption
Abridged Contents: XAFS in a Nutshell. Planning the Experiment. Sample Preparation. Data Reduction. Data Collection. Fingerprinting. Linear Combination Analysis. Principle Component Analysis. Curve Fitting to Theoretical Standards. Dictionary of Parameters. Identifying a Good Fit. Process of Fitting. Starting Structures. Constraints. Communicating XAFS. Case Studies. Appendix. Catalog no. K13676, May 2013, 457 pp., Soft Cover ISBN: 978-1-4398-7863-7, $99.95 / £63.00 Also available as an eBook
Experimental Techniques in Materials and Mechanics C. Suryanarayana University of Central Florida, Orlando, USA
Bridging the gap between lecture and lab, this text provides a detailed yet easy-tofollow treatment of various techniques useful for characterizing the structure and mechanical properties of materials. With an emphasis on techniques used in laboratories, the book aids in understanding practical aspects of the methods and in deriving the maximum possible information from the results. Background information and essential concepts are explained in an easy-to-understand way. Along with numerous illustrations and micrographs, each chapter includes worked-out examples, lab experiments, exercises, and references for further reading. Figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K11004, June 2011, 468 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1904-3, $129.95 / £84.00 Also available as an eBook
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MEMS & NEMS Materials Characterization Techniques Sam Zhang and Lin Li Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Ashok Kumar University of South Florida, Tampa, USA
Emphasizing basic principles and practical applications of modern technologies over lengthy and often-intimidating derivations and formulations, Materials Characterization Techniques presents widely used, advanced surface and structural characterization techniques for understanding microand nanoscale properties. It serves as a powerful introduction to the field for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, covering a wide range of topics, from vacuum fundamentals to gel electrophoresis chromatography and beyond.
Features: • Reviews the most popular and powerful analysis and quality control tools, explaining appropriate uses and related technical requirements • Focuses on the interrelationships and interdependence between processing, structure, properties, and performance • Provides real-world case studies and analysis of materials’ performance under specific conditions and use
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Contact Angle in Surface Analysis. Xray Photoelectron Spectroscopy and Auger Electron Spectroscopy. Scanning Tunneling Microscopy and Atomic Force Microscopy. X-ray Diffraction. Transmission Electron Microscopy. Scanning Electron Microscopy. Chromatographic Methods. Infrared Spectroscopy and UV/Vis Spectroscopy. Macro and Micro Thermal Analyses. Laser Confocal Fluorescence Microscopy. Catalog no. 42947, December 2008, 344 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-4294-8, $119.95 / £77.99
Introduction to the Principles of Materials Evaluation David C. Jiles Wolfson Centre for Magnetics Technology, Cardiff University, UK
“The book is well written . . . [and] useful to graduate students, faculty, and professionals involved with materials testing.” —T. Z. Kattamis, University of Connecticut, Storrs, USA, in Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries
Introduction to the Principles of Materials Evaluation presents a thorough examination of all types of destructive and nondestructive testing methods, focusing on each one’s strengths and utility. The author first discusses relevant physical properties and describes how to determine them using mechanical, acoustic, thermal, optical, electrical, magnetic, and radiative energy. He then systematically examines the testing methods derived from these types of energy, detailing how the methods work, how to identify defects and potential problems, and how to make decisions based on the results.
Features: • Offers a unified and practical perspective on a wide variety of testing techniques and their effective use • Explains how different types of energy interact with materials and how this helps to identify material properties • Includes references for further reading as well as numerous illustrations, examples, and exercises to reinforce key concepts
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Mechanical Properties of Materials. Sound Waves: Acoustic and Ultrasonic Properties of Materials. Thermal Properties of Materials. Electrical and Magnetic Properties of Materials. Effects of Radiation on Materials. Mechanical Testing Methods. Ultrasonic Testing Methods. Electrical Testing Methods. Magnetic Testing Methods. Radiographic Testing Methods. Thermal Testing Methods. Destructive vs. Nondestructive Testing. Defect Detection. Reliability and Lifetime Extension. Solutions to Exercises. Catalog no. 7392, November 2007, 304 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-7392-3, $125.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook
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MEMS & NEMS Introduction to BioMEMS Albert Folch University of Washington, Seattle, USA
“I highly recommend this book for an advanced undergraduate or entrylevel interdisciplinary graduate course in BioMEMS. It is well written and produced. The color figures differentiate it from other textbooks in this area and the author has done a thorough job documenting the history and current practices in this rapidly developing field. I plan to use it in my own class.” —Joel A. Kubby, University of California, Santa Cruz, in BioMedical Engineering OnLine
Helping to educate the new generation of engineers and biologists, Introduction to BioMEMS explains how certain problems in biology and medicine benefit from, and often require, the miniaturization of devices. Providing coverage of historical perspectives as well as the latest developments, this classroom-tested text covers the whole breadth of this dynamic field. Focusing on high-impact, creative work that encompasses all scales of life—from biomolecules to cells, tissues, and organisms—the book contains problem sets (including many non-calculation-based exercises), design challenges, key references, chapter summaries, a glossary of important terms, and more than 400 color figures. An instructor's manual and downloadable PowerPoint® slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Includes only the most essential formulas • Describes numerous state-of-the-art biomedical applications that benefit from “going small” • Discusses classical microfabrication, microfluidics, tissue engineering, cell-based and non-cell-based devices, and implantable systems
Abridged Contents: How Do We Make Small Things? Micropatterning of Substrates and Cells. Microfluidics. Molecular Biology on a Chip. Cell-Based Chips for Biotechnology. BioMEMS for Cell Biology. Tissue Microengineering. Implantable Microdevices. Appendix.
Nanophotonics Devices, Circuits, and Systems Preecha Yupapin King Mongkut's Institute of Technology, Bangkok, Thailand
“This is an interesting work and excellent reference for scientists and students, especially for those seeking inspiration from the most fascinating discoveries in the field of nanophotonics.” —Prof. Asghar Asgari, The University of Western Australia, Crawley
Nanophotonics: Devices, Circuits, and Systems investigates the behavior of light (light pulse) within the micro- and nanoscale device (ring resonator), which can be integrated to form the device, circuits, and systems used for atom/molecule trapping and transportation, optical transistors, fast calculation devices (optical gate), nanoscale communication and networks, energy storage, and more.
Features: • Presents an extensive collection of cutting-edge studies related to nanophotonics and its applications • Discusses the huge potential of small-scale devices, especially those with light signal processing capabilities • Provides novel nano-device designs and simulations applicable to future practice
Abridged Contents: Nanophotonics. Optical Cryptography. All-Optical Adder/Subtractor. Photonic Transistor Manipulation. Nanoscale Sensing Device Design. Solar Energy Conversion Manipulation. Drug Delivery Manipulation. Molecular Buffer. Nano-battery Manipulation. Blood Cleaner on-Chip Design. Alloptical Logic XOR/XNOR Gates. Laser Gun Design. Catalog no. N10552, May 2013, 178 pp. ISBN: 978-981-4364-36-2, $69.95 / £44.99
Catalog no. K10966, August 2012, 528 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1839-8, $93.95 / £59.99 Also available as an eBook
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Fundamentals of Microfabrication & Nanotechnology From MEMS to Bio-MEMS and Bio-NEMS Manufacturing Techniques and Applications Marc J. Madou University of California, Irvine, USA
Abridged Contents: Nonlithography-Based (Traditional) and Lithography-Based (Nontraditional) Manufacturing Compared. Nature as an Engineering Guide: Biomimetics. Nanotechnology: Top-Down and Bottom-Up Manufacturing Approaches Compared. Packaging, Assembly, and Self-Assembly. Selected Materials and Processes for MEMS and NEMS. Metrology and MEMS/NEMS Modeling. Scaling Laws. Actuators. Power and Brains in Miniature Devices. MEMS and NEMS Applications. Catalog no. 5516X, June 2011, 650 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-5516-0, $109.95 / £69.99 Also available as an eBook
Manufacturing Techniques for Microfabrication and Nanotechnology Marc J. Madou University of California, Irvine, USA
Abridged Contents: Photolithography. Next-Generation Lithographies and Lithography Research. Dry Etching. Wet Chemical Etching and Wet Bulk Micromachining—Pools as Tools. Thermal Energy-Based Removing. Mechanical Energy-Based Removing. Physical and Chemical Vapor Deposition—Thin Film Properties and Surface Micromachining. Chemical, Photochemical and Electrochemical Forming Techniques. Thermal Energy-Based Forming Techniques—Thermoforming. Micro-Molding Techniques—LIGA. Catalog no. 55194, June 2011, 670 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-5519-1, $109.95 / £69.99 Also available as an eBook
Solid-State Physics, Fluidics, and Analytical Techniques in Micro- and Nanotechnology Marc J. Madou University of California, Irvine, USA
Abridged Contents: Historical Note: The Ascent of Silicon, MEMS, and NEMS. Crystallography. Quantum Mechanics and the Band Theory of Solids. Silicon Single Crystal Is Still King. Photonics. Fluidics. Electrochemical and Optical Analytical Techniques. Catalog no. 55119, June 2011, 656 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-5511-5, $109.95 / £69.99 Also available as an eBook
Save on the Set Catalog no. 3180, August 2011, 1992 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-3180-0, $273.00 / £174.00
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Nanomaterials New!
Nanotechnology Understanding Small Systems, Third Edition Ben Rogers and Jesse Adams NevadaNano, Sparks, USA
Sumita Pennathur University of California, Santa Barbara, USA
“This book is well written, with lots of examples and historic perspectives that certainly make reading more enjoyable and stimulating.” —Dr. Prabhu Arumugam, Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, USA
A 2011 CHOICE Award winner, Nanotechnology: Understanding Small Systems is one of the first true primary texts in nanotechnology. This fully updated Third Edition maintains the pedagogy of the previous edition, but has been vetted by a number of previous and current adopters and revised to reflect their comments. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Offers an expanded treatment of the health/environmental ramifications of nanomaterials • Compares macroscale systems to those at the nanoscale, showing how scale phenomena affects behavior • Includes new coverage of nanomedicine, new personality profiles and sidebars, new problems and examples, and an extensive nanotech glossary
Abridged Contents: Big Picture of the Principles in a Small World. Introduction to Miniaturization. Introduction to Nanoscale Physics. Nanomaterials. Nanomechanics. Nanoelectronics. Nanoscale Heat Transfer. Nanophotonics. Nanoscale Fluid Mechanics. Nanobiotechnology. Nanomedicine. Catalog no. K21691, October 2014, c. 432 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4822-1172-6, $99.95 / £72.99 Also available as an eBook
Understanding Nanomaterials Malkiat S. Johal and Lewis E. V. Johnson Pomona College, Claremont, California, USA
“... serves students well in their goal to gain a greater understanding of why nanoscaled systems are of great interest, how they are fabricated, and how they are characterized using a wide variety of analytical instrumentation very commonly found in university and industrial settings.” —Marcus D. Lay, University of Georgia, Athens, USA
Understanding Nanomaterials is a training tool for the future workforce in nanotech development. Accessible to students who have taken introductory university science courses, this introductory textbook provides a coherent overview of the fundamental principles that govern the fabrication, characterization, and application of nanomaterials. Assuming only a basic level of competency in physics, chemistry, and biology, the author focuses on the needs of the undergraduate curriculum, discussing important processes such as self-assembly, patterning, and nanolithography. His approach limits mathematical rigor in the presentation of key results and proofs, leaving it to the instructor’s discretion to add more advanced details, or to emphasize particular areas of interest. Figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Contains real-world examples, application notes, and a glossary of technical terminology • Highlights interdisciplinary theory and enabling tools derived from chemistry, biology, physics, medicine, and engineering • Includes worked examples, end-of-chapter problem sets, and exercises for self-study to strengthen conceptual understanding
Abridged Contents: A Brief Introduction to Nanoscience. Intermolecular Interactions and Self- Assembly. Rudiments of Surface Nanoscience. Characterization at the Nanoscale. Types and Uses of Some Nanomaterials. Appendix. Glossary. Catalog no. 73109, April 2011, 327 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-7310-2, $65.95 / £42.99 Also available as an eBook
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Nanomaterials Coming 2015
Nanoscale Physics for Materials Science
Physics of Semiconductors and Nanostructures
Takaaki Tsurumi, Hiroyuki Hirayama, Martin Vacha, and Tomoyasu Taniyama
Jyoti Prasad Banerjee
Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan
Although there are many books available on the preparation, properties, and characterization of nanomaterials, few provide an interdisciplinary account of the physical phenomena that govern the novel properties of nanomaterials. Addressing this shortfall, Nanoscale Physics for Materials Science covers fundamental cross-disciplinary concepts in materials science and engineering. It presents a unified approach to materials science, rather than focusing on inorganic, organic, semiconductor, ceramic, and metallurgical materials separately, offering a comprehensive description of the physical phenomena and changes that can be expected when macroscopically sized materials are reduced to the nanometer level. Problem sets and references are included at the end of each chapter. A solutions manual is available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Explores the electrical, optical, and magnetic properties of materials at the nanoscale level • Links physical phenomena with recent scientific and technological developments • Presents an overview of quantum mechanics and the band structure of solids
Institute of Radio Physics and Electronics, University of Calcutta, West Bengal, India
Suranjana Banerjee Academy of Technology, West Bengal University of Technology, Adisaptagram, India
Physics of Semiconductors and Nanostructures supplies a solid foundation for understanding the principles of operation and application of different types of microelectronic, optoelectronic, and quantum-effect devices based on semiconductor materials and nanostructures. Complete with exercises, the text is intended for junior- and senior-level undergraduate students of electrical and electronics engineering, physics, and materials science.
Features: • Covers the physics of semiconductor materials, basic concepts of quantum mechanics and nanoelectronics, band theory of solids, and transport phenomena in semiconductors • Discusses the physics of low-dimensional quantum nanostructures, heterojunctions, and superlattices • Includes a solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption
Abridged Contents:
Fundamentals of Quantum Mechanics and Band Structure. Electronic States and Electrical Properties of Nanoscale Materials. Optical Properties and Interactions of Nanoscale Materials. Magnetic and Magnetotransport Properties of Nanoscale Materials.
Crystalline Solids. Quantum Theory of Solids. Physics of Semiconductors. Transport Phenomena in Semiconductors. Low Dimensional Semiconductors. Quantum Nanostructures and Superlattices. Transport Phenomena under Electric Field in Quantum Nanostructure. Transport Phenomena under Magnetic Field. Optical Properties of Quantum Nanostructures.
Catalog no. K10051, December 2009, 287 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-0059-1, $104.95 / £67.99
Catalog no. K22309, October 2015, c. 525 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4822-2304-0, $89.95 / £57.99
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Biomaterials & Medical Devices New!
New!
Biomaterials
Design of Biomedical Devices and Systems
A Basic Introduction Qizhi Chen Monash University, Clayton, Australia
George Thouas Developed from the extensive lecture notes created by Dr. Chen during his teaching of biomaterials at Monash University, Biomaterials: A Basic Introduction aptly provides a multidisciplinary approach to this multidisciplinary subject, offering the optimal balance of depth and broadness of coverage to ensure students from a wide academic spectrum gain a solid grasp of essential concepts and principles. This classroom-tested textbook contains numerous pedagogical attributes such as learning objectives, chapter highlights, laboratory practices, problems, and references.
Features: • Explores biomaterials from the perspectives of materials science, engineering, cell biology, and medicine • Presents the properties and principles of biomaterials from the point of view of clinical applications • Includes a solutions manual and figure slides with qualifying course adoption
Third Edition Paul H. King Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, USA
Richard C. Fries ISORel, Inc., Fitchburg, Wisconsin, USA
Arthur T. Johnson University of Maryland, College Park, USA
Intended for a senior design course in biomedical/bioengineering, Design of Biomedical Devices and Systems offers a comprehensive approach to the design methodologies of modern medical devices. A substantial revision of a solid text, the Third Edition contains new coverage on clinical trials, supplies additional mathematical modeling tools, presents information on sterilization and bioprocessing, devotes more instruction to integrating medical and biological considerations with engineering, and includes updates to all chapters as well as new problems, examples, and case studies throughout. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
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Metallic Biomaterials: Corrosion and Toxicity. Metallic Biomaterials: Orthopaedic Implants. Metallic Biomaterials: Miscellaneous Others. Bioinert Ceramics. Bioactive and Biodegradable Ceramics. Bioinert Polymers. Biodegradable Polymers. Composite Biomaterials. Anatomy: Integumentary, Skeletal Muscular Systems. Anatomy: Nerve, Endocrine, and Cardiovascular Systems. Anatomy: Lymphatic, Respirative, Digestive, Urinary, and Productive Systems. Histology: Epithelial, Muscular, and Nerve Tissues. Histology: Connective Tissue. The Cell. Immune System and Interaction between the Body and Implanted Biomaterials. Evaluation of Biomaterials. Regulation of Medical Devices.
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering Design. Fundamental Design Tools. Design Team Management, Reporting, and Documentation. Product Definition. Product Documentation. Product Development. Hardware Development Methods and Tools. Software Development Methods and Tools. Human Factors. Industrial Design. Biomaterials and Material Testing. Risk Analysis—Devices and Processes. Testing. Analysis of Test Data. Product Liability and Accident Investigations. The FDA and Devices. Food and Drug Administration History and Relevant Nondevice Regulations. Biological Engineering Designs. International Regulations and Standards. Intellectual Property: Patents, Copyrights, Trade Secrets, and Licensing. Manufacturing and Quality Control. Miscellaneous Issues. Professional Issues. Concept to Product. Suggested Reading. Appendices.
Catalog no. K22550, November 2014, c. 736 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4822-2769-7, $119.95 / £76.99
Catalog no. K16421, August 2014, 505 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-6913-3, $129.95 / £82.00
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Biomaterials & Medical Devices Basic Transport Phenomena in Biomedical Engineering Third Edition Ronald L. Fournier University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
Designed for the beginning student, Basic Transport Phenomena in Biomedical Engineering, Third Edition provides a quantitative understanding of the underlying physical, chemical, and biological phenomena involved. It offers mathematical models using the “shell balance” or compartmental approaches, along with numerous examples and end-of-chapter problems based on these mathematical models. In many cases, these models are compared with actual experimental data. Encouraging students to work examples with the mathematical software of their choice, this text provides them the opportunity to explore various aspects of the solution on their own, or apply these techniques as starting points for the solution to their own problems.
Features: • Covers the theories and real-world applications of transport in biological systems • Contains extensive illustrations as well as a bibliography of supportive research • Includes a solutions manual with qualifying course adoption
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Robotic Surgery Smart Materials, Robotic Structures, and Artificial Muscles Mohsen Shahinpoor and Siavash Gheshmi University of Maine, Orono, USA
Robotic Surgery: Smart Materials, Robotic Structures, and Artificial Muscles focuses on robotic surgery and biomimetic artificial muscles and their possible engineering, industrial, medical, and science applications. It presents the fundamentals of surgical robots, including the design of their geometrical configurations, kinematics, dynamics, and control. It also describes the designs of ophthalmic surgical robots and general laparoscopic surgical robots, as well as applications of materials and systems that can be manufactured or fabricated to act like biomimetic artificial muscles, sensors, and actuators.
Features: • Explores how artificial muscles, smart materials, and sensors are used in robotic surgery • Covers artificial muscles made with ionic polymer-metal composites and nanocomposites • Includes end-of-chapter homework problems and MATLAB® codes
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Introduction. A Review of Thermodynamic Concepts. Physical Properties of the Body Fluids and the Cell Membrane. The Physical and Flow Properties of Blood. Solute Transport in Biological Systems. Pharmacokinetic Analysis. Extracorporeal Devices. Tissue Engineering. Bioartificial Organs.
Introduction to Surgical Robots General Configurations. Surgical Robots Kinematics and Workspace. Intraocular Robotic Surgical Systems. Deployable Laparoscopic Robotic Surgical Systems. Applications of Intelligent Materials and Artificial Muscles to Robotic Surgery. Summary and Conclusions. References. Appendix.
Catalog no. K11304, August 2011, 483 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2670-6, $109.95 / £55.99
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Biomaterials & Medical Devices Biofluid Mechanics
Fundamentals of Biomechanics
The Human Circulation, Second Edition
Ronald L. Huston
Krishnan B. Chandran University of Iowa, Iowa City, USA
Stanley E. Rittgers University of Akron, Ohio, USA
Ajit P. Yoganathan Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, USA
“... this book provides a good platform in fluid mechanics prior to progressing to the physiological applications which make it an appropriate textbook for BME students.” —Tim McGloughlin, University of Limerick, Ireland
Designed for senior undergraduate or first-year graduate students in biomedical engineering, Biofluid Mechanics: The Human Circulation explains how fluid mechanics is applied to the study of the human circulatory system. Reflecting changes in the field since publication of its predecessor, this Second Edition includes improved figures, additional examples, and more end-of-chapter problems and references. It also presents a new chapter on the computational fluid dynamic analysis of the human circulation, which reflects the rapidly increasing use of computational simulations in research and clinical arenas. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Abridged Contents: Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics. Introduction to Solid Mechanics. Cardiovascular Physiology. Biomechanics of the Human Circulation: Rheology of Blood and Vascular Mechanics. Static and Steady Flow Models. Unsteady Flow and Nonuniform Geometric Models. Native Heart Valves. Cardiovascular Implants, Biomechanical Measurements, and Computational Simulations: Prosthetic Heart Valve Dynamics. Vascular Therapeutic Techniques. Fluid Dynamic Measurement Techniques. Computational Fluid Dynamic Analysis of the Human Circulation. Catalog no. K12006, February 2012, 451 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4516-5, $109.95 / £69.99
University of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Providing a comprehensive survey of how the principles of mechanics are applied to human systems and organs, Fundamentals of Biomechanics equips students with essential knowledge needed for advanced studies, research, and employment in biomedical engineering. After a review of terminology, a summary of human anatomy, and a presentation of anthropometric data, the text discusses methods for biomechanical analyses including essential mathematics, mechanics, and modeling techniques. It then covers tissue biomechanics, kinematics, and dynamics of human body models, and applications such as lifting, walking, swimming, and accident victim simulation.
Features: • Offers an extensive glossary, reference lists, illustrations, and tables for clarification • Provides end-of-chapter problems and examples to test assimilation • Includes a solutions manual and figure slides with qualifying course adoption
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Review of Human Anatomy and Some Basic Terminology. Review of Vectors, Dyadics, Matrices, and Determinants. Forces and Force Systems. Mechanics of Materials. Modeling of Biosystems. Tissue Biomechanics. Kinematical Preliminaries: Fundamental Equations. Kinematic Preliminaries: Inertia Force Considerations. Human Body Inertia Properties. Kinematics of Human Body Models. Kinetics of Human Body Models. Dynamics of Human Body Models. Numerical Methods. Simulations and Applications. Catalog no. K14776, April 2013, 470 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-1037-1, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook
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Biomaterials & Medical Devices Regenerative Engineering Edited by
Cato T. Laurencin and Yusuf Khan University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, USA
“This text is well-organized and will fit well into most introductory biomaterials/ tissue engineering courses around the country.”
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering Technology Second Edition Laurence Street Rosedale, British Colombia, Canada
Combining lecture-based teaching and problembased learning—which is not hypothetical but based on actual biological, engineering, or clinical scenarios—Regenerative Engineering introduces regenerative medicine and tissue engineering by presenting the fundamental concepts of cell biology, stem cell science, materials science, and cell–material interactions. It then explores the development of vital organs and tissue types and provides up-to-date examples of ongoing work, often in the context of a specific clinical need.
Written by an experienced biomedical engineering technologist, Introduction to Biomedical Engineering Technology, Second Edition describes the technological devices, various hardware, tools, and test equipment used in today’s healthcare arena. Photographs of representative equipment; the technical, physiological, and anatomical basis for their function; and where they are commonly found in hospitals are detailed for a wide range of biomedical devices, from defibrillators to electrosurgery units. Appendices supply useful information such as normal medical values, a list of regulatory bodies, Internet resources, and information on training programs. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
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• Addresses concerns related to the regenerative engineering of various organ tissues, vascular tissues, bones, ligaments, neural tissues, and interfaces between tissues
• Incorporates real-life examples of the work that biomedical engineering technologists do
—Laura Suggs, University of Texas at Austin, USA
• Contains contributions from world-class researchers, as well as examples, case studies, and extensive references • Includes a solutions manual and figure slides with qualifying course adoption
Abridged Contents: Regenerative Engineering: The Future of Medicine. Cell Biology. Stem Cells and Tissue Regeneration. Introduction to Materials Science. Biomaterials. In Vitro Assessment of Cell–Biomaterial Interactions. Host Response to Biomaterials and Its Implications in Regenerative Engineering. Organ Regenerative Engineering: Cell Sources, Considerations, and Strategies. Cardiovascular Regenerative Engineering. Bone Regenerative Engineering. Engineering Tissueto-Tissue Interfaces. Neural Regenerative Engineering. Ligament Regenerative Engineering. Skeletal Muscle Regenerative Engineering. Engineering Limb Regeneration: Lessons from Animals That Can Regenerate.
• Includes examples and illustrations as well as end-of-chapter questions to test students’ understanding • Outlines everyday functions and applications of the various medical devices to prepare students for situations they will encounter on the job
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Diagnostic Devices. Diagnostic Imaging. Treatment Devices. Biomedical Engineering Technologist Work. Testers and Tools. Batteries, Radiation, and Computers. Technology Management. Appendices: Normal Values, Regulations and Standards, Biomedical Engineering Technology Programs in the United States and Canada, Biomedical Associations, Devices and Manufacturers, Test Equipment Manufacturers, Bibliography and Internet Resources. Catalog no. K12781, October 2011, 391 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-6058-8, $98.95 / £62.99 Also available as an eBook
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Biomaterials & Medical Devices An Introduction to Biomaterials Second Edition Edited by
Bionanophotonics An Introductory Textbook Shuichi Kinoshita
Jeffrey O. Hollinger
Osaka University, Japan
Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
This book examines the physical basis for the optical processes connected with the structural colors in living beings. Placing a special emphasis on the biological and physiological bases of a variety of animals and how they are seen by human vision, the text covers light and color, thin-layer interference, diffraction of light, diffraction grating, photonic crystals, light scattering, and the finite-difference time-domain method. It includes myriad examples of advances in photonics that stem from nature. A solutions manual is available with qualifying course adoption.
This second edition text features nine new chapters, including a new chapter on the biology of wound healing that sets the stage for the basic requirements of standardized biomaterials testing and explains the reactions between biomaterials and the living systems into which they are implanted. The book explains in vitro and in vivo testing paradigms and provides numerous examples on experimental design, laboratory assays, and animal models. Emphasizing the importance of the regulatory process, it describes how innovation in the biomaterials process relates to patentability and inventorship. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Catalog no. N10581, July 2013, 400 pp. ISBN: 978-981-4364-71-3, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook
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Analysis and Application of Analog Electronic Circuits to Biomedical Instrumentation Second Edition Robert B. Northrop University of Connecticut, Storrs, USA
This book explains the electronic components and subsystems—the “building blocks”—that are used in ECG, EEG, EMG, ERG, tomographic images, biochemical spectrograms, and other crucial medical applications. The second edition has been substantially updated and revised. It now features a glossary, new end-of-chapter problems, and three new chapters that address wireless patient monitoring using UHF telemetry; power amplifiers and their applications to biomedical instruments; and RFID, GPS, and ultrasonic tags used in ecological research. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K12982, March 2012, 578 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-6669-6, $125.95 / £81.00
Biomedical Microsystems Ellis Meng University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA
Written by an active researcher named one of Technology Review’s Young Innovators Under 35, this book begins with an introduction to the benefits of miniaturization. It introduces materials, fabrication technology, and the necessary components of all bioMEMS. The author covers fundamental principles and building blocks, including microfluidic concepts, lab-on-a-chip systems, and sensing and detection methods. The final chapters explore several important applications of bioMEMS, such as microdialysis, catheter-based sensors, MEMS implants, neural probes, and tissue engineering. Detailed examples, exercises, references, and illustrations help clarify the concepts. A solutions manual is available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. 51229, September 2010, 408 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-5122-3, $104.95 / £65.99 Also available as an eBook
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Composite Materials New!
Composite Materials Design and Applications, Third Edition Daniel Gay Institut Clément Ader, University of Toulouse, France
"This book covers the topics related to the mechanics of composite materials in a very simple way. ... It is addressed to graduate and undergraduate students as well as to practical engineers who want to enhance their knowledge and learn the guidelines of the use of composite materials. ... This book is...a good classroom material...[and] a good reference.” —Dr. Pierre Rahme, University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA
Abridged Contents: Composite Materials: Interest and Physical Properties Manufacturing Processes Ply Properties Sandwich Structures Conception: Design and Drawing Conception: Fastening and Joining Composite Materials and Aerospace Construction
Mirroring the exponential growth and development of composites, Composite Materials: Design and Applications, Third Edition contains all-new coverage of nano- and biocomposites and reflects recent manufacturing processes and applications in the aerospace, automotive, naval, wind turbine, and sporting goods industries. The text provides numerous examples of the pre-sizing of composite parts, processed from industrial cases and reworked to highlight key information, as well as includes test cases for the validation of computer software using finite elements. While the heart of the book, devoted to the methodical pre-design of structural parts, retains its original character, the contents have been significantly rewritten, restructured, and expanded to better illustrate the types of challenges encountered in modern engineering practice. Figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Composite Materials for Various Applications
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Anisotropic Elastic Medium Elastic Constants of Unidirectional Composites Elastic Constants of a Ply in Any Direction Mechanical Behavior of Thin Laminated Plates Elastic Coefficients Damage in Composite Parts; Failure Criteria Bending of Composite Beams of Any Section Shape Torsion of Composite Beams of Any Section Shape Bending of Thick Composite Plates Applications Levels 1-3 Catalog no. K19063, August 2014, 635 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-8487-7, $119.95 / £76.99
• Provides a design method to define composite multilayered plates under loading, along with all numerical information needed for implementation • Proposes original study of composite beams of any section shapes and thick-laminated composite plates, leading to technical formulations that are not found in the literature • Consists of a technical level that rises in difficulty as the text progresses, yet each part still can be explored independently
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Composite Materials Bestseller!
Introduction to Composite Materials Design Second Edition Ever J. Barbero, West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA This book covers design aspects such as fiber and matrix selection, fabrication processes, prediction of material properties, and structural analysis and design of beams, plates, and shells. Powerful preliminary design tools, such as “carpet plots,” are used throughout. Instructional materials (including PowerPoint® slides), special software, and other pedagogical tools are available on the author’s website. A solutions manual is available with qualifying course adoption.
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Materials. Manufacturing Processes. Micro-mechanics. Ply Mechanics. Macro-mechanics. Strength. Damage. Fabric-Reinforced Composites. Beams. Plates and Stiffened Panels. Shells. Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete. Appendices. Catalog no. 79158, July 2010, 562 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4200-7915-9, $115.95 / £72.99 Also available as an eBook
Finite Element Analysis of Composite Materials using Abaqus™ Ever J. Barbero, West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA Developed from the author’s graduate-level course on advanced mechanics of composite materials, this book shows how powerful finite element tools address practical problems in the structural analysis of composites. Unlike other texts, this one takes the theory to a hands-on level by actually solving problems. It explains the concepts involved in the detailed analysis of composites, the mechanics needed to translate those concepts into a mathematical representation of the physical reality, and the solution of the resulting boundary value problems using Abaqus™. Model files for the examples are available on the author’s website. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Abridged Contents: Mechanics of Orthotropic Materials. Introduction to Finite Element Analysis. Elasticity and Strength of Laminates. Buckling. Free Edge Stresses. Computational Micromechanics. Viscoelasticity. Continuum Damage Mechanics. Discrete Damage Mechanics. Delaminations. Appendices. Catalog no. K15072, April 2013, 444 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4665-1661-8, $119.95 / £76.99 Also available as an eBook
Finite Element Analysis of Composite Materials Using ANSYS® Second Edition Ever J. Barbero, West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA This book is the only finite element analysis book on the market using ANSYS® to analyze composite materials. Combining theory with implementation, the text covers major aspects of advanced analysis, including three-dimensional effects, viscoelasticity, edge effects, elastic instability, damage, and delamination. This edition incorporates advances in modeling of damage in composites. In addition, all 50+ examples have been updated for the newest ANSYS version. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Abridged Contents: Mechanics of Orthotropic Materials. Introduction to Finite Element Analysis. Elasticity and Strength of Laminates. Buckling. Free Edge Stresses. Computational Micromechanics. Viscoelasticity. Continuum Damage Mechanics. Discrete Damage Mechanics. Delaminations. Appendices. References. Catalog no. K15077, December 2013, 366 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4665-1689-2, $119.95 / £76.99 Also available as an eBook
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Composite Materials Bestseller!
Principles of Composite Material Mechanics Third Edition Ronald F. Gibson, University of Nevada, Reno, USA This edition blends classical and contemporary mechanics of composites technologies, includes references to current composites technology and research findings, and features new problems, figures, and references. It offers expanded coverage of finite element modeling and test methods and a new appendix on matrix concepts and operations. It also discusses particle composites, nanocomposites, nanoenhancement of conventional fiber composites, and hybrid multiscale composites. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Abridged Contents: Lamina Stress–Strain Relationships. Effective Moduli and Strength of a Continuous Fiber-Reinforced Lamina. Analysis of Lamina Hygrothermal Behavior, a Discontinuously Reinforced Lamina, Laminates, Viscoelastic and Dynamic Behavior, and Fracture. Mechanical Testing of Composites and Their Constituents. Catalog no. K12275, September 2011, 683 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-5005-3, $119.95 / £77.99 Also available as an eBook
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Fiber-Reinforced Composites Materials, Manufacturing, and Design, Third Edition P.K. Mallick, University of Michigan, Dearborn, USA This book covers the mechanics, characteristics, test methods, applications, manufacturing processes, and design aspects of composites. Highlighting materials such as nanocomposites and smart materials, this edition contains clear examples and additional problems to emphasize real-world applications. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Abridged Contents: Materials. Fibers. Matrices. Fiber Surface Treatments. Fillers and Additives. Fibers into Matrix. Fiber, Density, and Void Content. Mechanics. Fiber-Matrix Interaction in a Unidirectional Lamina. Fiber-Reinforced Lamina Characteristics. Laminated Structure. Interlaminar Stresses. Performance. Static Mechanical Properties. Fatigue, Impact, and Other Properties. Environmental Effects. Long-Term Properties. Fracture Behavior and Damage Tolerance. Manufacturing Fundamentals. Bag Molding. Compression Molding. Pultrusion. Filament Winding. Resin Transfer Molding. Other Manufacturing Processes. Manufacturing Processes for Thermoplastic Matrix Composites. Quality Inspection Methods. Failure Predictions. Laminate Design Considerations. Joint Design. Metal, Ceramic Matrix, and Carbon-Carbon Composites. Catalog no. 4205, November 2007, 640 pp., ISBN: 978-0-8493-4205-9, $125.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook
Structural Analysis of Polymeric Composite Materials Second Edition Mark E. Tuttle, University of Washington, Seattle, USA This text introduces frequently used statistical methods and practical applications for the environmental field. Presenting a nonmathematical approach, this edition features updated references and examples, along with material on data quality objectives, the generalized linear model, and censored data. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Abridged Contents: Role of Statistics in Environmental Science. Environmental Sampling. Models for Data. Drawing Conclusions from Data. Environmental Monitoring. Impact Assessment. Assessing Site Reclamation. Time Series and Spatial Data Analyses. Censored Data. Monte Carlo Risk Assessment. Catalog no. K13483, December 2012, 292 pp., ISBN: 978-1-4398-7512-4, $125.95 / £81.00
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Electronic & Magnetic Materials Electronic Structure of Materials Rajendra Prasad Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
Requiring only basic knowledge of quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and condensed matter physics, Electronic Structure of Materials helps advanced undergraduate and graduate students understand and use electronic structure methods. Developed from the author’s lecture notes, the text takes a microscopic view of materials as composed of interacting electrons and nuclei. It explains all the properties of materials in terms of basic quantities of electrons and nuclei, such as electronic charge, mass, and atomic number. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Electronic, Magnetic, and Optical Materials Pradeep Fulay University of West Virginia, Morgantown, USA
Jung-Kun Lee University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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Electronic, Magnetic, and Optical Materials takes a materials science and engineering approach to teaching the fundamentals of electronic, magnetic, and optical properties of materials. It integrates coverage of physics, chemistry, materials science, and engineering concepts with the technological aspects of materials used in the electronics, magnetics, and photonics industries. Written clearly and concisely, this introductory book concentrates on fundamental topics and discusses applications in nanoscience and technology. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
• Discusses first-principles methods, including pseudopotential, KKR, and APW
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• Describes many applications of electronic structure, including low-dimensional systems and nanomaterials • Includes numerous examples, exercises, references, and recommendations for further reading
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Quantum Description of Materials. Density Functional Theory. Energy Band Theory. Methods of Electronic Structure Calculations. Disordered Alloys. First-Principles Molecular Dynamics. Materials Design Using Electronic Structure Tools. Amorphous Materials. Atomic Clusters and Nanowires. Surfaces, Interfaces, and Superlattices. Graphene and Nanotubes. Quantum Hall Effects and Topological Insulators. Ferroelectric and Multiferroic Materials. High-Temperature Superconductors. Spintronics Materials. Battery Materials. Materials in Extreme Environments. Appendices. References. Catalog no. K14536, July 2013, 469 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-0468-4, $89.95 / £57.99
• Includes numerous real-world technology examples that appeal to the needs of senior-level undergraduate and first-year graduate students • Integrates physics, chemistry, materials science, and engineering concepts with technological aspects of materials • Provides end-of-chapter problems, glossaries, and references, as well as downloadable electronic teaching aids
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Electrical Conduction in Metals and Alloys. Fundamentals of Semiconductor Materials. Fermi Energy Levels in Semiconductors. Semiconductor p-n Junctions. Semiconductor Devices. Linear Dielectric Materials. Ferroelectrics, Piezoelectrics, and Pyroelectrics. Magnetic Materials. Catalog no. 9564, May 2010, 436 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-9564-2, $115.95 / £72.99 Also available as an eBook
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Electronic & Magnetic Materials Principles of Electromagnetic Waves and Materials Dikshitulu K. Kalluri University of Massachusetts, Lowell, USA
Principles of Electromagnetic Waves and Materials is a condensed version of the author’s previously published textbook, Electromagnetic Waves, Materials, and Computation with MATLAB®. This book focuses on lower-level courses, primarily senior undergraduate and graduate students in electromagnetic waves and materials courses. It takes an integrative approach to the subject of electromagnetics by supplementing quintessential “old-school” information and methods with the appropriate amount of material on plasmas. A solutions manual, figure slides, MATLAB® downloads, quizzes, and examination problems are available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Strikes a balance between theoretical and practical aspects • Includes end-of-chapter problems and useful appendices • Exposes students to the broad area of plasmonics
Abridged Contents: Electromagnetics of Simple Media. Electromagnetics of Simple Media: One-Dimensional Solution. TwoDimensional Problems and Waveguides. ThreeDimensional Solutions. Spherical Waves and Applications. Laplace Equation: Static and LowFrequency Approximation. Miscellaneous Topics on Waves. Electromagnetic Modeling of Complex Materials. Waves in Isotropic Cold Plasma: Dispersive Medium. Spatial Dispersion and Warm Plasma. Wave in Anisotropic Media and Magnetoplasma. Optical Waves in Anisotropic Crystals. Appendices. Catalog no. K20643, May 2013, 462 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-9372-5, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook
Electromagnetic Waves, Materials, and Computation with MATLAB® Dikshitulu K. Kalluri University of Massachusetts, Lowell, USA
This book is for senior undergraduate and first-year graduate students specializing in one or more of the technologies based on electromagnetics. It begins with the electromagnetics of bounded simple media, moves on to electromagnetic equations of complex media, and then covers electromagnetic computation. The author takes a modern approach by using MATLAB® and FDTD methods and provides a strong base of conceptual mathematical aspects. The material strikes a balance between theory, intuitive approximate solutions, use of commercial software, and interpretation of solutions. Case studies and practical examples are presented throughout. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K11757, August 2011, 886 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-3867-9, $146.95 / £93.00 Also available as an eBook
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Microwave Engineering Concepts and Fundamentals Ahmad Shahid Khan Aligarh Muslim University, India
This encyclopedic text not only encompasses nearly all facets of microwave engineering, but also gives all topics—including microwave generation, measurement, and processing—equal emphasis. It describes ferrite devices, cavity resonators, semiconductor and RF/microwave devices, and integrated circuits, and discusses different microwave components, antennas, tubes, transistors, diodes, and parametric devices. Complete with illustrations, numerical examples, problems, and references, the book covers everything from wave propagation to reflection and refraction, guided waves, and transmission lines, providing a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles of microwave engineering. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K20512, March 2014, 800 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-9141-7, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook
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Metals & Alloys Bestseller!
Phase Transformations in Metals and Alloys Third Edition (Revised Reprint) David A. Porter University of Oulu, Finland
Kenneth E. Easterling University of Exeter, UK
Mohamed Sherif SFK Research Center, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
Expanded and revised to cover new developments in the field and correct errors in the previous printing, Transformation in Metals and Alloys, Third Edition provides information and examples that better illustrate the engineering relevance of this topic. It supplies a comprehensive overview of specific types of phase transformations, supplemented by practical case studies of engineering alloys. It addresses computer-aided calculation of phase diagrams, including recent improvements. It also expands treatment of bainite transformation, nucleation, metallic glasses, steel, and Scheil’s Additivity Rule. Providing illustrations on an accompanying CD-ROM, the text adds new exercises drawn from current applications and integrates basic and advanced material in a progressive, easy-to-follow style ideal for students. Figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Defines specific types of phase transformations in terms of properties and composition of the mixture • Includes new case studies, examples, and exercises, linking theory with current applications • Provides a theoretical background to transformation-induced plasticity (TRIP) steels
Abridged Contents: Thermodynamics and Phase Diagrams. Diffusion. Crystal Interfaces and Microstructure. Solidification. Diffusional Transformations in Solids. Diffusionless Transformations.
Physical Metallurgy Second Edition William F. Hosford University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA
For students ready to advance in their study of metals, Physical Metallurgy, Second Edition uses engaging historical and contemporary examples that relate to the applications of concepts in each chapter. The book combines theory, real alloy systems, processing procedures, and real-world applications. The author uses his experience in teaching physical metallurgy at the University of Michigan to convey this topic with greater depth and detail than most introductory materials courses offer. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Includes an updated table on metal prices as well as coverage of compact graphite, austempered ductile iron, and cemented carbide tools • Discusses aluminum-lithium alloys, copper and nickel, and other non-ferrous metals and low carbon steels • Explores crystallographic textures and their influence on microstructure and properties
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Freezing. Diffusion. Surfaces. Solid Solutions. Intermediate Phases. Phase Diagrams. Dislocations. Annealing. Phase Transformations. Aluminum Alloys. Copper and Nickel Alloys. Hexagonal Metals. Other Nonferrous Alloys. Steels. Hardening of Steels. Tempering and Surface Hardening. Low Carbon Steels. Special Steels. Cast Irons. Welding. Powder Processing. Corrosion. Magnetic Materials. Microstructural Analysis. Stereographic Projection. Miller-Bravais Indices for Hexagonal Crystals. Catalog no. K10701, April 2010, 441 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1360-7, $115.95 / £72.99 Also available as an eBook
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Polymers Bestseller!
Introduction to Polymers Third Edition Robert J. Young and Peter A. Lovell
Bestseller!
Polymer Chemistry Second Edition Paul C. Hiemenz
University of Manchester, UK
Covina, California, USA
Introduction to Polymers, Third Edition presents the science underpinning the synthesis, characterization, and properties of polymers. The material has been completely reorganized and expanded to include important new topics and provide a coherent platform for teaching and learning the fundamental aspects of contemporary polymer science. All topics are illustrated with extensive reaction schemes and/or diagrams. Problems and recommendations for further reading appear at the end of each chapter. Equations are derived from first principles, highlighting the inherent assumptions, limitations, and strengths in the use. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Timothy P. Lodge
Features: • Explores new developments in polymer synthesis, diffusion, solution behavior of polyelectrolytes, and field-flow fractionation methods • Discusses multicomponent polymer systems, macromolecular dynamics and reptation, liquid crystalline polymers, and thermal analysis • Contains major new sections on polymer composites, effects of chain entanglements, swelling of elastomers, polymer fibers, and more
Abridged Contents: Concepts, Nomenclature, and Synthesis of Polymers. Characterization of Polymers. Phase Structure and Morphology of Bulk Polymers. Properties of Bulk Polymers. Catalog no. 3929, June 2011, 688 pp., Soft Cover ISBN: 978-0-8493-3929-5, $59.95 / £37.99 Also available as an eBook
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Minneapolis, USA
Written by well-established professors in the field, Polymer Chemistry, Second Edition provides a well-rounded and articulate examination of polymer properties at the molecular level. It focuses on fundamental principles based on underlying chemical structures, polymer synthesis, characterization, and properties. This edition integrates theories and experiments made possible by instrumentation advances. It includes new chapters on controlled polymerization and chain conformations and updated material on synthesis, viscoelasticity, solution properties, and thermodynamics. Its well-organized content can be scaled to meet the needs of introductory and advanced courses in chemistry, materials science, and chemical engineering. Each chapter contains a chapter summary and problems. A solutions manual is available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Contains mathematical tools and step-by-step derivations for example problems • Incorporates new theories and experiments using the latest tools and instrumentation • Integrates concepts from physics, biology, materials science, chemical engineering, and statistics
Abridged Contents: Introduction to Chain Molecules. Step-growth Polymerization. Chain-growth polymerization. Controlled Polymerization. Copolymers, Microstructure, and Stereoregularity. Polymer Conformations. Thermodynamics of Polymer Solutions. Light Scattering by Polymer Solutions. Dynamics of Dilute Polymer Solutions. Networks, Gels and Rubber Elasticity. Linear Viscoelasticity. The Glass Transition. Crystalline Polymers. Catalog no. DK4670, February 2007, 608 pp. ISBN: 978-1-57444-779-8, $106.95 / £43.99
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Polymers Carraher's Polymer Chemistry
Introduction to Polymer Science and Chemistry
Ninth Edition
A Problem-Solving Approach, Second Edition
Charles E. Carraher Jr. Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, USA
Carraher's Polymer Chemistry, Ninth Edition provides a wellrounded presentation of the principles and applications of polymers. It provides all the elements of an introductory text, covering synthesis, properties, and characterization. With an emphasis on the environment and green chemistry, the text offers detailed coverage of natural and synthetic giant molecules, inorganic and organic polymers, biomacromolecules, elastomers, adhesives, coatings, fibers, plastics, blends, caulks, composites, and ceramics. A test bank and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption.
Features: • Includes case studies illustrating various developments and the societal and scientific contexts
Manas Chanda Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
Unlike most introductory books on this enormous and important field, this text stresses practical problem solving and includes recent advances critical for the modern polymer scientist-tobe. Updating the popular first edition of “the polymer book for the new millennium,” this volume seamlessly integrates exploration of the fundamentals of polymer science and polymer chemistry. It is peppered with helpful questions and answers throughout to enhance understanding of presented theories and concepts. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K15289, January 2013, 770 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-5384-2, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook
• Contains learning objectives, definitions, exercises, useful appendices, and recommendations for additional reading • Complies with the American Chemical Society’s Committee on Professional Training guidelines as an advanced or in-depth course
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Polymer Structure (Morphology). Molecular Weight of Polymers. Polycondensation Polymers (Step-Reaction Polymerization). Ionic Chain-Reaction and Complex Coordination Polymerization and Free-Radical Chain Polymerization (Addition Polymerization). Copolymerization. Composites, and Fillers. Naturally Occurring Polymers: Plants and Animals. Organometallic and Inorganic–Organic Polymers. Inorganic Polymers. Testing and Spectrometric Characterization of Polymers. Rheology and Physical Tests. Additives. Reactions on Polymers. Synthesis of Reactants and Intermediates for Polymers. Polymer Technology. Selected Topics. Solutions. Appendices. Catalog no. K15198, September 2013, 818 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-5203-6, $119.95 / £76.99 Also available as an eBook
Engineering Design with Polymers and Composites Second Edition James C. Gerdeen and Ronald A.L. Rorrer University of Colorado, Denver, USA
This book explains how to create polymer materials to meet design specifications. The second edition includes new chapters on polymer fusing, rapid prototyping, and piezoelectric polymers. The authors describe modern design concepts for selecting polymers and composites for design applications. They also present computer methods for choosing polymer materials from a database, for optimal design, and for laminated plate design. Homework problems and references appear at the end of each chapter. A solutions manual and ancillary materials are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K12777, December 2011, 420 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-6052-6, $154.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook
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Polymers Introduction to Polymer Chemistry Third Edition Charles E. Carraher, Jr. Using simple fundamentals, Introduction to Polymer Chemistry, Third Edition demonstrates how the basic principles of one polymer group can be applied to all of the other groups. It covers reactivities, synthesis and polymerization reactions, techniques for characterization and analysis, energy absorption and thermal conductivity, physical and optical properties, and practical applications. Building on undergraduate work in foundational courses, the text fulfills the American Chemical Society Committee on Professional Training in-depth course requirement. An instructor’s manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. • Covers intensive organic chapters up front, before physical aspects • Addresses green materials, green polymers, and environmental concerns • Contains case studies, exercises, summaries, glossaries, and suggestions for further reading
Abridged Contents: Introduction. Polymer Structure (Morphology). Molecular Weight of Polymers. Naturally Occurring Polymers. Step-Reaction Polymerization (Polycondensation Reactions). Ionic Chain-Reaction and Complex Coordination Polymerization and Free Radical Chain Polymerization (Addition Polymerization). Copolymerization. Organometallic, and Metalloid Polymers. Inorganic Polymers. Reactions of Polymers. Testing and Spectrometric Characterization of Polymers. Rheology and Physical Tests. Additives. Synthesis of Reactants and Intermediates for Polymers. Polymer Technology. Appendices. Catalog no. K15344, December 2012, 554 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-5494-8, $102.95 / £41.99 Also available as an eBook
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Polymers Chemistry and Physics of Modern Materials, Third Edition J.M.G. Cowie and Valeria Arrighi Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland
Underscoring the multidisciplinary nature of polymer science, this third edition provides a broad-based and comprehensive text at an introductory, reader-friendly level. With nearly 50 percent new or updated material, this edition presents new polymerization methods, characterization techniques, and applications in electronic, biological, and medical settings. New topics include controlled radical polymerization, novel polymer architectures, chain dimension, morphology, determining molecular weights, metallocene catalysts, copolymers, and rheological behavior. The book features real world examples, chapter problems, and a solutions manual (with qualifying course adoption). Catalog no. 9813, July 2007, 520 pp., Soft Cover ISBN: 978-0-8493-9813-1, $98.95 / £62.99
The Mechanical and Thermodynamical Theory of Plasticity Mehrdad Negahban University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA
This book provides a complete and accessible introduction to continuum mechanics and thermodynamics for those with minimal background. Going beyond what is found in a typical text, the author—a highly experienced instructor—covers what is needed to develop and select plasticity models, or use them for solving static and dynamic problems. The book covers rate-dependent and temperature-dependent plasticity, anisotropic plasticity, thermodynamic constraints, and crystal plasticity. It includes an extensive number of figures, exercises, and computer simulation problems. Figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. 7230, April 2012, 784 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-7230-8, $125.95 / £81.00 Also available as an eBook
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General A First Course in Differential Equations, Modeling, and Simulation Carlos A. Smith and Scott W. Campbell University of South Florida, Tampa, USA
This practical text avoids overly theoretical explanations and shows students how differential equations are derived by applying basic physical principles and experimental observations to engineering systems. This resource also covers classical methods for obtaining the analytical solution of differential equations and Laplace transforms. In addition, the authors discuss how these equations describe mathematical systems and how to use software to solve sets of equations in which analytical solutions cannot be determined. Numerical values are provided in all examples and problems. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K12318, May 2011, 345 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-5087-9, $98.95 / £62.99 Also available as an eBook
Random Phenomena Fundamentals of Probability and Statistics for Engineers Babatunde A. Ogunnaike University of Delaware, Newark, USA
Many of the problems that engineers face involve randomly varying phenomena. But if characterized properly, even such randomness and the resulting uncertainty are subject to rigorous mathematical analysis. This classroom-tested text provides students with a fundamental understanding and working knowledge of how to model and analyze random phenomena. Basing his approach on the principle of theoretical foundations before application, the author explains how to use probability and statistics appropriately to deal with uncertainty in engineering problems. A solutions manual is available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. 44974, September 2009, 1056 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-4497-3, $154.95 / £99.00
Introduction to Numerical and Analytical Methods with MATLAB® for Engineers and Scientists William Bober Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, USA
This textbook teaches students how to write computer programs on the MATLAB® platform and to use many of MATLAB’s built-in functions to solve engineering-type problems. By combining a textbook on MATLAB with basic numerical and analytical analysis, the mystery of what MATLAB’s built-in functions contain is somewhat alleviated for students. Within each chapter, there are exercises related to the topics just covered. The text contains many examples from mechanical, civil, aeronautical, and electrical engineering. A solutions manual and figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K16725, November 2013, 556 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4665-7602-5, $119.95 / £76.99 Also available as an eBook
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Research Methods in Science and Engineering Scott A. Gold University of Dayton, Ohio, USA
Suitable for first-year graduate or senior undergraduate students, this text focuses on the process of conducting research rather than on discipline-specific methods. The first half of the book focuses on the scientific method in practice. The second half deals with skills and knowledge important to the research process, including statistical measures in research, ethics, and safety, as well as effective research communication through papers, posters, proposals, presentations, and lab notebooks. Exercises and examples are provided throughout. Figure slides are available with qualifying course adoption. Catalog no. K21582, January 2015, c. 232 pp. Soft Cover ISBN: 978-1-4822-0829-0, $79.95 / £49.99
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