Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction
“Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction” by Jr William D. Callister is a comprehensive text published by Wiley in November 1993. This third edition spans 832 pages and is presented in English, offering an in-depth exploration of materials science and engineering, reflecting the latest developments in the field.
Readers will find a new chapter titled Case Studies in Materials Selection, which includes five diverse examples such as a cantilever beam and the space shuttle’s thermal protection system. These case studies provide insights into the materials used and the rationale behind their selection, covering various engineering disciplines. Additionally, this edition introduces new material on diamond thin films and carbon fullerenes, along with a discussion of the Hall effect, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the subject of materials.
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An outstanding text reflecting the latest developments in the field. This edition contains a new chapter titled Case Studies in Materials Selection which includes five different examples—a cantilever beam, an automobile valve spring, the artificial hip, the space shuttle’s thermal protection system and packaging for integrated circuits—relative to materials employed and the rationale behind their use. These case studies are comprehensive in coverage and feature numerous engineering disciplines. New material on novel diamond thin films and the recently discovered carbon fullerenes plus a discussion of the Hall effect have been added.
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