Nondestructive Testing
Explore ASM books on nondestructive testing and evaluation
ASM Handbook, Volume 17: Nondestructive Evaluation of Materials
Volume 17 describes the tools and techniques used in nondestructive evaluation and what they reveal about the integrity and operating potential of engineered materials and components.
Print Edition: $285 ASM Members | $380 Non-Members
Casting Defects Handbook: Iron & Steel
AFS has released its latest publication on casting defects, Casting Defects Handbook--Iron & Steel. The first edition of the Casting Defects Handbook has been available to metalcasting personnel worldwide for more than 35 years. The new edition has b
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $80 Non-Members
Coatings Technology: Fundamentals, Testing and Processing Techniques
Drawn from the third edition of The Coatings Technology Handbook, this book focuses entirely on testing, experimental design, and strategies for selecting processing techniques in the coatings, adhesives, paints, and inks industries.
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $290 Non-Members
Corrosion Engineering Handbook
Corrosion can be both costly and dangerous, resulting in product contamination or loss as well as structural instability and premature failure. This handbook contains information necessary for ensuring that, regardless of the structure being built, t
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $425 Non-Members
Corrosion Inspection and Monitoring
The comprehensive reference on modern techniques and methods for monitoring and inspecting corrosion Strategic corrosion inspection and monitoring can improve asset management and life cycle assessment and optimize operational budgets.
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $149.95 Non-Members
Corrosion and Corrosion Protection Handbook, 2nd Edition
Contents: Fundamentals and Prevention of Metallic Corrosion, Dean M. Berger Atmospheric Corrosion, Philip A. Schweitzer, P.E. Cathodic Protection, Philip A. Schwietzer, P.E. Corrosion Inhibitors, Philip A. Schweitzer, P.E. Carbon Steel and Low-Alloy
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $475 Non-Members
Deformation & Fracture Mechanics, 5th Ed.
Deformation and Fracture Mechanics of Engineering Materials provides a combined fracture mechanics-materials approach to the fracture of engineering solids with comprehensive treatment and detailed explanations and references, making it the perfect r
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $264.95 Non-Members
Dictionary of Metals
The Dictionary of Metals is the authoritative reference work for terms and definitions of metals and terms relating to metals. It also provides a considerable amount of historical information, including a timeline of important events in the history o
Print Edition: $130 ASM Members | $175 Non-Members
Failure Analysis of Wood and Wood-Based Products
The book provides an in-depth look at the various common causes of damage to wood and wood-based materials, including surface and coating damage by chemical influences, damage linked to design and conditions of use, and material characteristics, and
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $170 Non-Members
Fatigue Design: Life Expectancy of Machine Parts
Modern analytical theories of fatigue coupled with a knowledge of processing effects on metals make up the sound basis for designing machine parts that are free from unexpected failure. Fatigue Design: Life Expectancy of Machine Parts provides the in
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $210 Non-Members
Fire Resistance of Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys and Measuring the Effects of Fire Exposure on the Pr
This book contains valuable information about the fire resistance of aluminum and aluminum alloys including what occurs when aluminum is in a fire and how the effects of fire damage are evaluated. All aspects of aluminum's fire resistance are describ
Print Edition: $109 ASM Members | $149 Non-Members
Fractography Handbook and Poster set
Purchase ASM Handbook Volume 12: Fractography, and receive the ASM Fractography poster for HALF PRICE.
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $385 Non-Members
Friction, Wear, Lubrication: A Textbook in Tribology, Second Edition
The second edition of a bestseller, this book introduces tribology in a way that builds students’ knowledge and understanding. It includes expanded information on topics such as surface characterization as well as recent advances in the field. The bo
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $105 Non-Members
Fundamentals of Electrochemical Corrosion
Covering the essential aspects of the corrosion behavior of metals in aqueous environments, this book is designed with the flexibility needed for use in courses for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, for concentrated courses in industry
Print Edition: $130 ASM Members | $175 Non-Members
Fundamentals of Welding Metallurgy
This book describes all the metallurgical phenomena involved in the different welding processes. Practical examples of a wide variety of metals and alloys are provided, as well as an expert commentary on steel weldability and types of cracking. Conte
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $245 Non-Members
Gear Materials, Properties, and Manufacture
All of the critical technical aspects of gear materials technology are addressed in this reference work. Intended for gear metallurgists and materials specialists, manufacturing engineers, lubrication technologists, and analysts concerned with gear f
Print Edition: $155 ASM Members | $205 Non-Members
Green Tribology, Green Surface Engineering, and Global Warming
This book describes green engineering concepts to improve energy efficiency by reducing energy losses due to friction and wear in metalworking operations and by extending component life.
Print Edition: $135 ASM Members | $187 Non-Members
Handbook of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Second Edition
A new edition of a bestselling industrial and systems engineering reference, Handbook of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Second Edition provides students, researchers, and practitioners with easy access to a wide range of industrial engineering t
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $290 Non-Members
Handbook of Materials Selection
An innovative resource for materials properties, their evaluation, and industrial applications The Handbook of Materials Selection provides information and insight that can be employed in any discipline or industry to exploit the full range of materi
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $348.95 Non-Members
Inspection of Metals: Understanding the Basics
Inspection of Metals: Understanding the Basics covers the process and technology of inspecting metal parts, with emphasis on final part inspection at the manufacturing facility or on receipt at the user's facility.
Print Edition: $155 ASM Members | $205 Non-Members
International Atlas of Casting Defects
Categorized by an international identification system, this comprehensive volume identifies 111 casting defects with 283 photos and 137 drawings. The system used for classifying defects is based on a physical description of the defect. It permits ide
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $85 Non-Members
Life Lessons of a Failure Analyst
This book is a compilation of 45 editorials written by Dr. McIntyre R. Louthan, Jr., former editor-in-chief of the Journal of Failure Analysis and Prevention. The editorials focus on learning good communication skills, leadership, and strength in cha
Print Edition: $25 ASM Members | $30 Non-Members
Manual de Defectos de Fundicion: Aleaciones Ferrosas (Casting Defects Handbook: Iron & Steel — Spa
This translation of the American Foundry Society’s bestselling Casting Defects Handbook: Iron & Steel contains the same information that is found in the English edition. This is the guide for in-plant use by quality assurance, inspection and other ke
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $60 Non-Members
Metallurgy Basics Bundle
Save up to $39 when you buy both Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist and Dictionary of Metals.
Print Edition: $215 ASM Members | $287 Non-Members
Microelectronics Failure Analysis Desk Reference, Seventh Edition
The Electronic Device Failure Analysis Society proudly announces the Seventh Edition of the Microelectronics Failure Analysis Desk Reference. The new edition will help engineers improve their ability to verify, isolate, uncover, and identify the root
Print Edition: $190 ASM Members | $250 Non-Members
Microstructure of Metals and Alloys An Atlas of Transmission Electron Microscopy Images
A teaching tool intended to complement existing books on the theory of materials science, metallurgy, and electron microscopy, this text focuses on metals and alloys.
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $230 Non-Members
Nondestructive Evaluation: A Tool in Design, Manufacturing, and Service
Nondestructive evaluation (NDE) inspection schemes are important in design, manufacturing, and maintenance. By correctly applying techniques of NDE, we can reduce machine and system failures and increase reliability of operating systems over an exten
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $190 Non-Members
Nondestructive Testing
A comprehensive guide to understanding, selecting, and applying nondestructive testing methods for specific applications.
Print Edition: $90 ASM Members | $120 Non-Members
Physical Metallurgy of Direct Chill Casting of Aluminum Alloys
Pulling together information previously scattered throughout numerous research articles into one detailed resource, Physical Metallurgy of Direct Chill Casting of Aluminum Alloys connects the fundamentals of structure formation during solidification
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $290 Non-Members
Plastics Processing Technology
Price: $25.00 Member Price: $20.00 Written for "non-materials" engineers, managers, technicians, purchasing agents and students, this primer satisfies a need for those who must be able to communicate with materials specialists and plastics pPrint Edition: $20 ASM Members | $53 Non-Members
Practical Heat Treating, Second Edition
What is heat treatment? This book describes heat treating technology in clear, concise, and nontheoretical language. It is an excellent introduction and guide for design and manufacturing engineers, technicians, students, and others who need to under
Print Edition: $105 ASM Members | $147 Non-Members
Practical Residual Stress Measurement Methods
An introductory and intermediate level handbook written in pragmatic style to explain residual stresses and to provide straightforward guidance about practical measurement methods. Practical Residual Stress Measurement Methods provides the reader wit
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $166.95 Non-Members
Protective Coatings for Turbine Blades
This book addresses the problem of surface protection for aircraft engine turbine blades. It is based on the author's 30+ years of work on the development and application of coatings to protect against oxidation and hot corrosion. It describes and de
Print Edition: $42 ASM Members | $53 Non-Members
Steels: Processing, Structure, and Performance, Second Edition
In this second edition, new information and references are integrated into chapters.
Print Edition: $200 ASM Members | $265 Non-Members
Structural Materials: A Textbook with Animations
Structural Materials: A Textbook with Animations is a comprehensive introduction to structural materials and the underlying principles that affect their selection, properties, and performance. The book focuses on familiar applications (for example, m
Print Edition: $80 ASM Members | $107 Non-Members
Titanium Alloys: Russian Aircraft and Aerospace Applications
Contains state-of-the-art Russian technology on titanium alloys Includes physical and technological properties of commercial alloys and their applications Covers the role of titanium alloys in aircraft and aerospace construction Includes nearly 400 new organic chemicals and 30 percent new and updated information Presents important new information on the temperature dependence of selected ...
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $300 Non-Members
Ultrasonic Transducers: Materials and Design for Sensors, Actuators and Medical Applications
Ultrasonic transducers are key components in sensors for distance, flow and level measurement as well as power and other applications of ultrasound. This book reviews recent research in the design and application of this important technology. Part o
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $325 Non-Members
Ultrasonics: Fundamentals, Technologies, and Applications, Fourth Edition
Updated, revised, and restructured to reflect the latest advances in science and applications, the fourth edition of this best-selling industry and research reference covers the fundamental physical acoustics of ultrasonics and transducers, with a fo
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $290 Non-Members
Welding and Joining of Aerospace Materials
Welding and joining techniques play an essential role in both the manufacture and in-service repair of aerospace structures and components. These techniques have become more advanced as new, complex materials are developed.
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $280 Non-Members
What Every Engineer Should Know about Finite Element Analysis, 2nd Edition
Contents: History and Development, G.E. Barron Basic Finite Element Concepts, John R. Brauer Structural Analysis, Vern D. Overbye Thermal Analysis, Vern D. Overbye Electromagnetic Analysis, John R. Bauer Fluid Analysis, Nancy J. Lambert Design Optimization, Robert S. Lahey Interactive Model Building and Results Processing, Jeffrey J. Ruehl FEA: A Guide to the Future, Bruce E.
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $140 Non-Members
X-Ray Diffraction for Materials Research: From Fundamentals to Applications
This informative new three-part book describes the principles of x-ray diffraction and its applications to materials characterization. Part 1 deals with elementary crystallography and optics, which is essential for understanding the theory of x-ray d
Print Edition: N/A ASM Members | $175 Non-Members

