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ASM Handbook Volume 12: Fractography
ASM Handbook Volume 12: Fractography

The revised ASM Handbook, Volume 12: Fractography contains substantially expanded coverage of the subject of fractography—in the form of 17 entirely new material-specific, text-based articles. It includes in-depth information on the

Print Edition: $285 ASM Members | $380 Non-Members

ASM Handbook Volume 12A: Atlas of Fractographs
ASM Handbook Volume 12A: Atlas of Fractographs

Featuring over 1700 high-quality fractographs across 30 material categories—from cast irons to ceramics—this essential atlas provides engineers and failure analysts with a visual reference guide to identify fracture mechanisms.

Print Edition: $285 ASM Members | $380 Non-Members

ASM Handbook Volume 9: Metallography and Microstructures
ASM Handbook Volume 9: Metallography and Microstructures

Volume 9 is recommended for anyone who specifies, performs, monitors, evaluates, or uses metallurgical analysis for production QC, research, or educational training. Important updates reflecting the substantial changes in automation, equipment, consu

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ASM Handbook, Volume 19: Fatigue and Fracture
ASM Handbook, Volume 19: Fatigue and Fracture

Volume 19 is a resource for basic concepts, alloy property data, and the testing and analysis methods used to characterize fatigue and fracture behavior of structural materials.

Print Edition: $285 ASM Members | $380 Non-Members

Aluminum-Silicon Casting Alloys: Atlas of Microstructures
Aluminum-Silicon Casting Alloys: Atlas of Microstructures

The Aluminum-Silicon Casting Alloys: Atlas of Microstructures provides any engineer or researcher who works with aluminum castings with a practical and substantive tool for the visual analysis of the microscopic images of the microstructure of alumin

Print Edition: $165 ASM Members | $220 Non-Members

Casting Defects Handbook: Iron & Steel
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

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Ceramography: Preparation and Analysis of Ceramic Microstructures
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

Print Edition: $126 ASM Members | $157 Non-Members

Characterization of Materials, 2nd Edition, 3 Volume Set
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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Corrosion Engineering Handbook
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 Resistance of Zinc and Zinc Alloys
Corrosion Resistance of Zinc and Zinc Alloys

This unique reference analyzes available information on the corrosion resistance of zinc and its alloys both as solid materials and as coatings on steel-detailing the corrosion resistance of zinc in atmospheric, aqueous, underground, and chemical env

Print Edition: $400 ASM Members | $425 Non-Members

Corrosion of Weldments
Corrosion of Weldments

Corrosion failures of industrial components are commonly associated with welding. This book details the many forms of weld corrosion and the methods used to prevent or minimize weld corrosion.

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Dictionary of Metals
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

Extrusion, Second Edition
Extrusion, Second Edition

Offers both a broad and in-depth view of this important metalworking process. The comprehensive coverage enables experienced engineers as well as students and academics to understand the extrusion processes, equipment, and tooling.

Print Edition: $215 ASM Members | $285 Non-Members

Failure Analysis Case Studies II
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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Fractography Handbook and Poster set
Fractography Handbook and Poster set

Purchase ASM Handbook Volume 12: Fractography, and receive the ASM Fractography poster for HALF PRICE.

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Fundamentals of Aluminium Metallurgy: Production, Processing and Applications
Fundamentals of Aluminium Metallurgy: Production, Processing and Applications

Fundamentals of Aluminium Metallurgy Production, Processing and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the production, properties and processing of aluminium, and its applications in manufacturing industries. Considers many issues of centr

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Fundamentals of Electrochemical Corrosion
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

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Heat Transfer In Process Engineering
Heat Transfer In Process Engineering

Cutting-edge heat transfer principles and design applications   Apply advanced heat transfer concepts to your chemical, petrochemical, and refining equipment designs using the detailed information contained in this comprehensive volume.

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Hot Deformation and Processing of Aluminum Alloys
Hot Deformation and Processing of Aluminum Alloys

A comprehensive treatise on the hot working of aluminum and its alloys, Hot Deformation and Processing of Aluminum Alloys details the possible microstructural developments that can occur with hot deformation of various alloys, as well as the kind of

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Introduction to Dislocations, 5th Edition
Introduction to Dislocations, 5th Edition

Dislocations are defects in the crystal structure of important engineering materials, such as metals, ceramics and semi-conductors, that strongly influence the properties of these materials. Research on dislocations was intense when the first edition

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Light Microscopy of Carbon Steels
Light Microscopy of Carbon Steels

With a wealth of micrographs and the explanatory text to make them really useful, this book is a "must have" reference for all persons who select or evaluate steels. Each micrograph is accompanied by data on the composition, condition, etchant, and m

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Magnesium and Its Alloys: Technology and Applications
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 Characterization: Introduction to Microscopic and Spectroscopic Methods, 2nd Edition
Materials Characterization: Introduction to Microscopic and Spectroscopic Methods, 2nd Edition

Now in its second edition, this continues to serve as an ideal textbook for introductory courses on materials characterization, based on the author's experience in teaching advanced undergraduate and postgraduate university students.

Print Edition: $129 ASM Members | $120.95 Non-Members

Metallographer's Guide: Practices and Procedures for Irons and Steels
Metallographer's Guide: Practices and Procedures for Irons and Steels

Provides a solid overview of the important metallurgical concepts related to the microstructures of irons and steels, and it provides detailed guidelines for the proper metallographic techniques used to reveal, capture, and understand microstructures

Print Edition: $215 ASM Members | $285 Non-Members

Metallographic Etching, 2nd Edition
Metallographic Etching, 2nd Edition

An outstanding guide to etchants and electrolytic polishing solutions used by metallographers to reveal the structure of nearly any material ever prepared and examined.

Print Edition: $105 ASM Members | $140 Non-Members

Metallographic Polishing by Mechanical Methods, 4th Edition
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 Handbook and Book Set
Metallography Handbook and Book Set

Purchase ASM Handbook, Volume 9: Metallography and Microstructures together with the Metallographer's Guide: Practices and Procedures for Irons and Steels at a special discount price.

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

Print Edition: $190 ASM Members | $250 Non-Members

Metallography: Principles and Practice
Metallography: Principles and Practice

Offers a comprehensive source of information on metallographic techniques and their application to the study of metals, ceramics, and polymers. Includes an extensive collection of micro- and macrographs.

Print Edition: $145 ASM Members | $195 Non-Members

Microstructure of Metals and Alloys An Atlas of Transmission Electron Microscopy Images
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.

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Nickel and Chromium Plating, 3rd Edition
Nickel and Chromium Plating, 3rd Edition

Contents: Introduction and historical review; Metallurgical aspects of electrodeposition; Electroplating baths and anodes used for industrial nickel deposition; Engineering applications; Bright nickel electroplating; Control and purification of nicke

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Optical Microscopy of Fiber-Reinforced Composites
Optical Microscopy of Fiber-Reinforced Composites

This hands-on instructional book covers sample preparation, microscopic techniques, and applications for analyzing fiber-reinforced polymer matrix composites using optical microscopy. Includes more than 180 full color images.

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Parametric Analyses of High-Temperature Data for Aluminum Alloys
Parametric Analyses of High-Temperature Data for Aluminum Alloys

Audience The audience for this book includes: Metallurgical and material scientists developing new alloys and processing technology, looking for guidance on how to analyze their data and allowing them to compare it with existing commercial aluminum a

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Pearson's Handbook Desk Edition:  2 Volume Set
Pearson's Handbook Desk Edition: 2 Volume Set

The valuable information in Pearson's Handbook is now more affordable in a handy desk reference  27,686 entries of the highest quality crystal data, representing 27,686 different compounds

Print Edition: $935 ASM Members | $1,045 Non-Members

Phase Diagrams: Understanding the Basics
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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Piping Systems Manual
Piping Systems Manual

In-depth Details on Piping Systems   Filled with examples drawn from years of design and field experience, this practical guide offers comprehensive information on piping installation, repair, and rehabilitation. All of the latest codes, standards, a

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Plastics Failure Analysis and Prevention
Plastics Failure Analysis and Prevention

This book contains analysis of reasons that cause products to fail. General methods of product failure evaluation give powerful tools in product improvement.

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Plastics Processing Technology
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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Powder Metallurgy and Additive Manufacturing: Fundamentals and Advancements
Powder Metallurgy and Additive Manufacturing: Fundamentals and Advancements

Automotive Aluminum Castings Technology is a practical book that details the key features of high-strength structural castings for automobiles with internal combustion engines and electric vehicles. The book discusses alloy options, design m

Print Edition: $185 ASM Members | $250 Non-Members

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

Principles of Brazing is a valuable resource for those working with the brazing process or designing component joints. This book will help solve practical engineering challenges, by building on fundamental metallurgy.

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Reverse Engineering: Technology of Reinvention
Reverse Engineering: Technology of Reinvention

The process of reverse engineering has proven infinitely useful for analyzing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) components to duplicate or repair them, or simply improve on their design.

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Selected Values of the Crystallographic Properties of the Elements
Selected Values of the Crystallographic Properties of the Elements

This reference book presents a unique and comprehensive review of the crystallographic properties of all the elements and will be a valuable resource for metallurgists and crystallographers. The crystallographic properties are evaluated at ambient pr

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Stainless Steels for Design Engineers
Stainless Steels for Design Engineers

This book gives engineers and designers a valuable guide on stainless steels and how to use them.Easy to read, this helpful technical guide is for anyone who designs or builds with stainless steels.

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Steels: Processing, Structure, and Performance, Second Edition
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 Composite Materials and Optical Microscopy of Fiber Reinforced Composites
Structural Composite Materials and Optical Microscopy of Fiber Reinforced Composites

ASM's Mightiest Composite Combo! For a limited time, receive ASM's two newest composites publications at a discount when purchased together. "Structural Composite Materials" - This book deals with all aspects of advanced composite materials;

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Structural Materials: A Textbook with Animations
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

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Surface Wear: Analysis, Treatment, and Prevention
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.

Print Edition: $37 ASM Members | $49 Non-Members

Thermodynamics of Microstructures
Thermodynamics of Microstructures

Provides an understanding of fundamental relationships governing the behavior of microstructures. It also includes a foundation of mathematical models that can be used to investigate and develop new materials through computational thermodynamics.

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Titanium: Physical Metallurgy, Processing, and Applications
Titanium: Physical Metallurgy, Processing, and Applications

This book covers all aspects of the history, physical metallurgy, corrosion behavior, cost factors and current and potential uses of titanium.

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Transformations: Selected Works of G.B. Olson on Materials, Microstructure, and Design
Transformations: Selected Works of G.B. Olson on Materials, Microstructure, and Design

ASM International and The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS) have collaborated to present a collection of the selected works of Dr. Greg B. Olson in honor of his 70th birthday in 2017.

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X-Ray Diffraction for Materials Research: From Fundamentals to Applications
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

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