Surface Analysis Methods in Materials Science

O'Connor, D. J. (Editor)/ Sexton, B. A. (Editor)/ Smart, R. St. C. (Editor)

ISBN 10: 3540413308 / ISBN 13: 9783540413301

Published by Springer Verlag, 2003

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2nd edition. 611 pages. 9.25x6.25x0.85 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Surface Analysis Methods in Materials Science
• Publisher: Springer Verlag
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3540413308
• ISBN 13: 9783540413301
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.98 kilograms

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Synopsis

The success of the first edition of this broad appeal book prompted the prepa­ ration of an updated and expanded second edition. The field of surface anal­ ysis is constantly changing as it answers the need to provide more specific and more detailed information about surface composition and structure in advanced materials science applications. The content of the second edition meets that need by including new techniques and expanded applications. Newcastle John O'Connor Clayton Brett Sexton Adelaide Roger Smart January 2003 Preface to the First Edition The idea for this book stemmed from a remark by Philip Jennings of Mur­ doch University in a discussion session following a regular meeting of the Australian Surface Science group. He observed that a text on surface anal­ ysis and applications to materials suitable for final year undergraduate and postgraduate science students was not currently available. Furthermore, the members of the Australian Surface Science group had the research experi­ ence and range of coverage of surface analytical techniques and applications to provide a text for this purpose. A list of techniques and applications to be included was agreed at that meeting. The intended readership of the book has been broadened since the early discussions, particularly to encompass industrial users, but there has been no significant alteration in content.

From the Back Cover

This guide to the use of surface analysis techniques, now in its second edition, has expanded to include more techniques, current applications and updated references. It outlines the application of surface analysis techniques to a broad range of studies in materials science and engineering. The book consists of three parts: an extensive introduction to the concepts of surface structure and composition, a techniques section describing 19 techniques and a section on applications. Each chapter has been written by specialists in the field who draw on their experience in current developments and applications. This book is aimed at industrial scientists and engineers in research and development seeking a description of available techniques in a concise but informative style. It is invaluable as a comprehensive text for scientists and engineers attending training courses and workshops. The level and content of this book make it ideal as a course text for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students in materials science, materials engineering, physics, chemistry and metallurgy.