ASM Handbook Volume 8: Mechanical Testing and Evaluation

Volume 8 covers the mechanical testing of alloys, plastics, ceramics, composites, and common engineering components such as fasteners, gears, bearings, adhesive joints, and welds.

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ASM Handbook, Volume 18: Friction, Lubrication, and Wear Technology

Volume 18 addresses friction and wear from a systems perspective, while providing a detailed understanding of why it occurs and how to control it; it also explains the basic theory of friction and wear, and offers valuable insight on the forces, mech

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Biomaterials in Orthopaedic Surgery

Reviews the biomaterials (metallic, non-metallic and bone allografts) used for orthopaedic applications and explains both the engineering and clinical aspects of their use and performance within the human body.

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Biomaterials: A Basic Introduction

Biomaterials: A Basic Introduction is a definitive resource for students entering biomedical or bioengineering disciplines. This text offers a detailed exploration of engineering and materials science, and examines the boundary and relationship betwe

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Ceramic Technology and Processing

Perfect for the new technician or engineer entering the ceramics industry as well as for the "old hand" who needs an update on some aspect of ceramics processing, this resource provides practical laboratory-oriented answers to such typical processing

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Ceramography: Preparation and Analysis of Ceramic Microstructures

Ceramography provides detailed instructions on how to saw, mount, grind, polish, etch, examine, interpret and measure ceramic microstructures. It will be a reference guide for technicians in quality control and R&D, process engineers in ceramic m

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Characterization of Materials, 2nd Edition, 3 Volume Set

A thoroughly updated and expanded new edition, this work features a logical, detailed, and self-contained coverage of the latest materials characterization techniques.

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Composite Filament Winding

Filament winding is the most efficient method of manufacturing composite shapes. Topics include capabilities and limitations of filament winding, practical issues such as fiber and resin handling, winding theory, software and numerical control, histo

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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

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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.

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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

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Engineering Design for Wear, Second Edition

A modern presentation of approaches to wear design, this significantly revised and expanded second edition offers methods suited for meeting specific wear performance requirements, numerous design studies highlighting strategies for use with differen

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Failure Analysis Case Studies II

Failure Analysis Case Studies II The first book of Failure Analysis Case Studies selected from volumes 1, 2 and 3 of the journal Engineering Failure Analysis was published by Elsevier Science in September 1998.

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Failure Analysis of Engineering Structures: Methodology and Case Histories

Covers common causes of failures with numerous examples, methodology of failure analysis, and failure mechanisms and characteristic macroscopic and microscopic features that provide significant clues to their causes. Includes more than 50 case studie

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Flat-Rolled Steel Processes: Advanced Technologies

Providing expert insight and analysis related to technological improvements, Flat-Rolled Steel Processes: Advanced Technologies book will help readers understand the current state of flat steel production, how it evolved, and its future direction.

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Foseco Non-Ferrous Foundryman's Handbook, 1st Edition

The Non-Ferrous Foundryman's Handbook provides a practical reference book for all those concerned with dealing with aluminum, copper, and magnesium casting alloys. International SI units are used throughout, but in almost all cases conversions to the

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Foundry Technology, 2nd Edition

Foundry Technology brings together basic metal casting phenomena, foundry techniques and product characteristics in a single work of reference. Peter Beeley was a foundry manager before he became a senior lecturer in metallurgy, and subsequently main

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Fracture Resistance of Aluminum Alloys: Notch Toughness, Tear Resistance, and Fracture Toughness

This book is unique in the degree to which it presents individual test results for many individual lots of a wide range of aluminum alloys, tempers, and products. It is also unique for the breadth of types of fracture parameters presented.

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Fracture and Fatigue of Welded Joints and Structures

'- analyses the processes and causes of fracture and fatigue, focusing predicting and minimizing the failure of welded joints in the design process - assesses the fracture of welded joints and structure featuring constraint-based fracture mechanics f

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Friction and the Hot Rolling of Steel

Providing a historical perspective that goes as far back as the days of Leonardo da Vinci and continues up until the present day, Friction and the Hot Rolling of Steel chronicles the fundamental causes of friction. This book includes well-documented,

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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

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Friction, Wear, and Erosion Atlas

Containing nearly 300 photos of component failures, macro- and micrographs of surface damage, and schematics on material removal mechanisms collected over 50 years of tribology consulting and research, Friction, Wear, and Erosion Atlas is a must-have

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Fundamentals of Corrosion

Billions of dollars are spent annually for the replacement of corroded structures, machinery, and components. Premature failure of bridges or structures due to corrosion can also result in human injury, loss of life, and collateral damage.

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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

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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.

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Guide to Wear Problems and Testing in Industry

Machine component wear is one of the costliest problems within industry. In fact, a 1997 survey in the UK placed wear costs at 25% of turnover, or approximately $1 billion. In many cases, making design and or material changes can reduce this cost by

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Handbook of Adhesives and Sealants, Third Edition

A single, up-to-date source for essential adhesive and sealant information. This thoroughly revised handbook presents the what, how, and why behind selecting, formulating, and using adhesive and sealant materials of all types. Written by a recognized

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Handbook of Case Histories in Failure Analysis, Three-Volume Set

These three volumes combined contain more than 335 case histories covering a broad range of industries, applications, materials, failure modes, and analysis techniques.

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Handbook of Machinery Dynamics

Considering a broad range of fundamental factors and conditions influencing the optimum design and operation of machinery, the Handbook of machinery Dynamics emphasizes the force and motion analysis of machine components in multiple applications. Ser

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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

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Handbook of Metal Injection Molding

Metal injection molding combines the most useful characteristics of powder metallurgy and plastic injection molding to facilitate the production of small, complex-shaped metal components with outstanding mechanical properties.

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Handbook of Metalforming Processes

This eminently practical reference provides up-to-date information on flat-rolled sheet metal products-reflecting hands-on experience in materials, equipment, tooling, and processes used in the industry.

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Handbook of Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) Processing

This updated version of the popular handbook further explains all aspects of physical vapor deposition (PVD) process technology from the characterizing and preparing the substrate material, through deposition processing and film characterization, to

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Handbook of Thermoplastic Elastomers

Author: J.G. Drobny Publisher: William Andrew Inc., 2007 Format: Hardcover Main Features Thermoplastic elastomers are one of the most in-demand groups of materials today. Their most attractive feature is that they can be processed like plastics, yet

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Hardness Testing, 2nd Edition

This basic book provides a comprehensive overview of hardness testing, including the various methods and equipment used, testing applications, and the selection of testing methods. The revised and updated second edition features expanded information

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High Pressure Cold Spray: Principles and Applications

This new book is a highly practical and useful "go-to" resource that presents an in-depth look at the high pressure cold spray process and describes applications in various industries. High Pressure Cold Spray: Principles and Applications is both a c

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High Temperature Electronics

The development of electronics that can operate at high temperatures has been identified as a critical technology for the next century. Increasingly, engineers will be called upon to design avionics, automotive, and geophysical electronic systems req

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High Temperature Materials and Mechanisms

High Temperature Materials and Mechanisms explores a broad range of issues related to high-temperature materials and mechanisms that operate in harsh conditions. While some applications involve the use of materials at high temperatures, others requir

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High-Entropy Alloys

A complete picture of a unique new approach to alloy design

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High-Temperature Corrosion and Materials Applications

A comprehensive guide to the forms of high-temperature corrosion and methods for prevention and mitigation.

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Hydrogen Embrittlement and Stress Corrosion Cracking

Price: $49.00 Member Price: $39.00 Authors of fifteen papers analyze current problems and present their theories and the results of research projects.

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Introduction to Brazing Technology

Introduction to Brazing Technology provides practical guidance for the industrial production of an effectively brazed joint and ensures a good working knowledge of the application of brazing as an industrial joining technique. Written in plain langua

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Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering, Second Edition

Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering, Second Edition, offers an interdisciplinary view that emphasizes the importance of materials to engineering applications and builds the basis needed to select, modify, and create materials to meet sp

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Introduction to Process Control, Third Edition

Introduction to Process Control, Third Edition continues to provide a bridge between traditional and modern views of process control by blending conventional topics with a broader perspective of integrated process operation, control, and information

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Lead-Free Solder Interconnect Reliability

Provides the most up-to-date knowledge and data available on the reliability of lead-free solder interconnects. The content has been written by leading experts working in this important technology area. Both fundamental research and practical conside

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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

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Lubrication Fundamentals, Third Edition, Revised and Expanded

Lubrication Fundamentals, Third Edition, Revised and Expanded, describes the need for and design of the many specialized oils and greases used to lubricate machine elements and builds on the tribology and lubrication basics discussed in previous edit

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Magnesium and Its Alloys: Technology and Applications

Magnesium and Its Alloys: Technology and Applications covers a wide scope of topics related to magnesium science and engineering, from manufacturing and production to finishing and applications. This handbook contains thirteen chapters, each contribu

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Materials Science and Engineering

This book features clear, uncomplicated explanations of all essential materials science and engineering concepts. Numerous examples and problems enable you to put into practice what is learned. There's comprehensive, authoritative coverage of polymer

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Materials for the Hydrogen Economy

Describes materials that meet the requirements for handling hydrogen during production, distribution, storage, and utilization Covers gasification, electrolysis, thermochemical, and photobiological processes for generating hydrogen Analyzes electroly

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Mechanical Properties of Ceramics and Composites

This book provides a comprehensive review, evaluation, and summary of the dependence of mechanical properties on grain and particle parameters of size, shape, and orientation for monolithic ceramics and ceramic composites. Emphasizes the critical lin

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Mechanical Wear Fundamentals and Testing, Second Edition, Revised and Expanded

Including new information on wear maps and micro- and macrotribology, this Second Edition: Illustrates the selection and utilization of wear tests in engineering situations using examples from various engineering organizations Provides an overview of

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Metallographic Polishing by Mechanical Methods, 4th Edition

Provides comprehensive and authoritative coverage of mechanical polishing methods to ensure the quality and usefulness of micrographs.

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Metallography of Steels: Interpretation of Structure and the Effects of Processing

This book is a combination of a metallographic atlas for steels and cast irons and an introductory textbook covering the fundamentals of phase transformations and heat treatment of these materials. Every important stage of processing, from casting to

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Metallurgy Basics Bundle

Save up to $39 when you buy both Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist and Dictionary of Metals.

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Metallurgy of Welding, 6th Edition

A new edition of a well established and respected textbook from an author who is a recognized authority in this field. Joining techniques are one of the key technologies in materials engineering and this book provides comprehensive coverage of the su

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Metals Handbook Desk Edition, 2nd Edition

The Metals Handbook Desk Edition is a comprehensive, accessible, convenient, and practical reference source on the properties, selection, processing, testing, and characterization of metals.

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Nano- and Biocomposites

Advanced polymer-based nanocomposite materials continue to become increasingly popular and important for a wide range of engineering applications, as evidenced by continued government initiatives involving R&D and commercialization of these substances.

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Phase Diagrams: Understanding the Basics

The basic principles, construction, interpretation, and use of alloy phase diagrams are clearly described with ample illustrations for all important liquid and solid reactions. This well-written text is for non-metallurgists and anyone seeking a quic

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Phase Transformations in Metals & Alloys, Fourth Edition

Revised to reflect recent developments in the field, Phase Transformation in Metals and Alloys, Fourth Edition, continues to be the most authoritative and approachable resource on the subject. It supplies a comprehensive overview of specific types of

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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

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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 p

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Practical Heat Treating Set: Basic Principles and Processes and Practices

This two-book set is essential for anyone in the heat-treating industry, offering a comprehensive guide to the science and application of heat treatment in metals. The books cover essential concepts, such as the effects of temperature and atmosphere

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Practical Plant Failure Analysis: A Guide to Understanding Machinery Deterioration and Improving Equ

This is a practical guide for those who do the work of maintaining and improving the reliability of mechanical machinery. It is for engineers and skilled trades’ personnel who want to understand how failures happen and how the physical causes of the

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Schey's Tribology in Metalworking: Friction, Lubrication, and Wear

Schey’s Tribology in Metalworking—Friction, Lubrication, and Wear is an update to the seminal text Tribology in Metalworking by John Schey, originally published by ASM International in 1983. The 1983 first edition served as a recognized esse

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Sintering of Ceramics

Sintering of Ceramics provides the only comprehensive treatment of the theories and principles of sintering and their application to the production of advanced ceramics with the required target microstructure.

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Stahlschlüssel (Key to Steel), 2025 Edition

The Key to Steel—Stahlschluessel cross-reference book will help you decode/decipher steel designations and find equivalent materials worldwide. It includes more than 75,000 standards and steel brands of approximately 300 steelworks and suppliers.

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Structure-Property Relations in Nonferrous Metals

Knowledge of the structures and properties of nonferrous metals, such as aluminum, is required knowledge for all materials scientists, chemists, and metallurgists. However, existing books often include this topic with their description of ferrous met

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Surface Engineering for Corrosion and Wear Resistance

A practical guide to help engineers and designers select the best possible surface treatments for corrosion and wear control.

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Surface Wear: Analysis, Treatment, and Prevention

This book provides a multidisciplinary approach to understanding wear, diagnosing its causes, and prescribing appropriate treatments and preventive measures.

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The Design and Manufacture of Medical Devices

Medical devices are included in the fields of medical and health technology and encompass a wide range of health care products. Today, it is difficult to obtain an exact definition of "medical device.

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Tribomaterials: Properties and Selection for Friction, Wear, and Erosion Applications

This book is intended to help readers reduce the unwanted costs and ramifications of friction, wear, and erosion in tribosytems by recommending engineering materials that have proven to be successful in dealing with these issues. Recommendations on w

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Understanding How Components Fail, 3rd Edition

One of the first books new engineers and technicians should read. The third edition of the perennial best seller preserves the core of the previous editions, focusing on the metallurgical and materials evaluation for failure mode identification. Comp

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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.

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Which Process? A Guide to the Selection of Welding and Related Processes

The author presents a unique scheme for selecting processes at the drawing board stage where a need for a connection is usually first perceived. Leading the enquirer through a series of diagrams and tables, he reveals the processes which are feasible

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Woldman's Engineering Alloys, 9th Edition

Audience: Designers, materials engineers, and purchasing agents. This is where you'll find data on the latest alloy advances or a forgotten alloy that hasn't been used in years. Contains thousands of new records that include the latest alloys and cur

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