Introduction to the Thermodynamics of Materials, 4th Edition - Hardcover

Gaskell, David R.; Laughlin, David E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1560329920 ISBN 13: 9781560329923

Publisher: Taylor & Francis, 2003

Synopsis

This classic textbook is the definitive introduction to the thermodynamic behavior of materials systems. Written as a basic text for advanced undergraduates and first year graduate students in metallurgy, metallurgical engineering, ceramics, or materials science, it presents the underlying thermodynamic principles of materials and their plethora of applications. The book is also of proven interest to working professionals in need of a reference or refresher course.

About this title

About the Author:

David R. Gaskell received a B.Sc. in Metallurgy and Technical Chemistry from the University of Glasgow and a Ph.D. from McMaster University. He joined the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania in 1967 and later moved to Purdue University, where he is currently a Professor of Materials Engineering.

Review:

'This is an excellent book...it's really what a 'standard' textbook should be: it is detailed, and complete, but builds up from the basics rather than jumping straight in to advanced concepts...I like the iclusion of questions, most importantly, with solutions, and the worked examples are also a valuable resource. Plenty of diagrams for explanations, all clearly referenced and sensibly placed; and there are useful appendices and references.'. Dr. Zoe Barber, Department of Materials Science & Metallurgy, University of Cambridge, UK..
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T...he long life of this textbook is as good an evaluation of its quality as any book reviewer's praise. ...It will remain as a classic for times to come..
-- MRS Bulletin

About this edition

• Publisher: Taylor & Francis
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1560329920
• ISBN 13: 9781560329923
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 634