Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist, Second Edition(05306G) - Hardcover

ASM International

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1615038213 ISBN 13: 9781615038213

Publisher: ASM International, 2011

Synopsis

The completely revised Second Edition of Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist provides a solid understanding of the basic principles and current practices of metallurgy.
This major new edition is for anyone who uses, makes, buys or tests metal products. For both beginners and others seeking a basic refresher, the new Second Edition of the popular Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist gives an all-new modern view on the basic principles and practices of metallurgy. This new edition is extensively updated with broader coverage of topics, new and improved illustrations, and more explanation of basic concepts.
Why are cast irons so suitable for casting? Do some nonferrous alloys respond to heat treatment like steels? Why is corrosion so pernicious? These are questions that can be answered in this updated reference with many new illustrations, examples, descriptions of basic metallurgy.
This new edition is a must-have ready reference on metallurgy!

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The new Second Edition of Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist focuses on the core principles and practices of metallurgy. From the basic concepts of metal structure, the applied aspects of metallurgy are described with vivid illustrations and clear explanations. Readers novice or others will get a solid foundation and understanding of the basics in the many areas of metallurgy. This is THE ultimate one-stop resource available for anyone working with metals.

300+ illustrations with many new figures and color images

Table of Contents
Metallurgy for the Non-metallurgist, 2nd Edition

1 The Accidental Birth of a No-Name Alloy

2 Structure of Metals and Alloys

3 Mechanical Properties and Strengthening Mechanisms

4 Discovering Metals: A Historical Overview

5 Modern Alloy Production

6 Fabrication of Metal Products

7 Testing and Inspection: The Quest for Quality

8 Steel Products and Properties

9 Heat Treatment of Steel

10 Cast Irons

11 Tool Steels

12 Stainless Steels

13 Nonferrous Metals: A Variety of Possibilities

14 Heat Treatment of Nonferrous Alloys

15 Coping With Corrosion

16 The Mechanical Durability of Metals and Alloys

--ASM International

Detailed Topics
Metallurgy for the Non-metallurgist, 2nd Edition

1 The Accidental Birth of a No-Name Alloy
Turning Points in Technology
The Foundations of Innovation
Continuing Material Innovations
2 Structure of Metals and Alloys
Profile of the Atom
Bonding Between Atoms
Crystal Structures and Defects
Diffusion
Solid Solutions
Allotropy of Iron
Melting
Solidification Structures
Equilibrium Phase Diagrams
3 Mechanical Properties and Strengthing Mechanisms
Mechanical Properties
Solid-Solution Strengthening
Effect of Grain Size
Cold Work
Back To Dr. Wilm s Mystery
4 Discovering Metals: A Historical Overview
Native Metals
The Bronze Age
Making Metals Extractive Practices
Iron
Discovery of Modern Metals
Refining of Metals
5 Modern Alloy Production
Introduction
Melting Methods
Solidification Processes
Ingot casting
Continuous Casting
Shape Casting
6 Fabrication of Metal Products
Deformation processes
Powder Metallurgy
Machining
Welding and Joining
7 Testing and Inspection: The Quest for Quality
Metallography
Hardness Testing
Mechanical Testing
Nondestructive Testing
8 Steel Products and Properties
Classifications of Steels
Carbon Steels
Alloy Steels
Alloying Elements in Steels
Strength and Toughness
Corrosion
Physical Properties of Steel
Steel Selection in Automotive Exhausts
9 Heat Treatment of Steel
The Iron-Carbon System
Common Phases in Steel
Critical Temperatures and Transformation Diagrams
Annealing and Normalizing
Types of Annealing Treatments
Furnace Heating and Induction Heating
Hardening and Tempering
Cold Treating of Steel
Case Hardening
Heat Treating Equipment
10 Cast Irons
Classification of Cast Irons
Gray Iron
Ductile Iron
Malleable Iron
Compacted Graphite Iron
High-Alloy Irons
11 Tool Steels
Classification of Tool Steels
Wrought Tool Steels
Powder Metallurgy Tools Steels
Heat treatment of Tools Steels
Machining and Grinding of Tool Steels
12 Stainless Steels
Classification of Stainless Steels
Ferritic Stainless Steels
Austenitic Stainless Steels
Duplex Stainless Steels
Martensitic Stainless Steels
Precipitation Hardening Stainless Steels
13 Nonferrous Metals: A Variety of Possibilities
Light Metals (Al, Be, Mg, Ti)
Corrosion Resistant Alloys (Al, Cu, Ni, Ti)
Superalloys
Refractory Metals (Mo, Nb, Re, Ta, W)
Low-melting point metals ( --ASM International

Detailed Topics
Metallurgy for the Non-metallurgist, 2nd Edition

1 The Accidental Birth of a No-Name Alloy
Turning Points in Technology
The Foundations of Innovation
Continuing Material Innovations
2 Structure of Metals and Alloys
Profile of the Atom
Bonding Between Atoms
Crystal Structures and Defects
Diffusion
Solid Solutions
Allotropy of Iron
Melting
Solidification Structures
Equilibrium Phase Diagrams
3 Mechanical Properties and Strengthing Mechanisms
Mechanical Properties
Solid-Solution Strengthening
Effect of Grain Size
Cold Work
Back To Dr. Wilm s Mystery
4 Discovering Metals: A Historical Overview
Native Metals
The Bronze Age
Making Metals Extractive Practices
Iron
Discovery of Modern Metals
Refining of Metals
5 Modern Alloy Production
Introduction
Melting Methods
Solidification Processes
Ingot casting
Continuous Casting
Shape Casting
6 Fabrication of Metal Products
Deformation processes
Powder Metallurgy
Machining
Welding and Joining
7 Testing and Inspection: The Quest for Quality
Metallography
Hardness Testing
Mechanical Testing
Nondestructive Testing
8 Steel Products and Properties
Classifications of Steels
Carbon Steels
Alloy Steels
Alloying Elements in Steels
Strength and Toughness
Corrosion
Physical Properties of Steel
Steel Selection in Automotive Exhausts
9 Heat Treatment of Steel
The Iron-Carbon System
Common Phases in Steel
Critical Temperatures and Transformation Diagrams
Annealing and Normalizing
Types of Annealing Treatments
Furnace Heating and Induction Heating
Hardening and Tempering
Cold Treating of Steel
Case Hardening
Heat Treating Equipment
10 Cast Irons
Classification of Cast Irons
Gray Iron
Ductile Iron
Malleable Iron
Compacted Graphite Iron
High-Alloy Irons
11 Tool Steels
Classification of Tool Steels
Wrought Tool Steels
Powder Metallurgy Tools Steels
Heat treatment of Tools Steels
Machining and Grinding of Tool Steels
12 Stainless Steels
Classification of Stainless Steels
Ferritic Stainless Steels
Austenitic Stainless Steels
Duplex Stainless Steels
Martensitic Stainless Steels
Precipitation Hardening Stainless Steels
13 Nonferrous Metals: A Variety of Possibilities
Light Metals (Al, Be, Mg, Ti)
Corrosion Resistant Alloys (Al, Cu, Ni, Ti)
Superalloys
Refractory Metals (Mo, Nb, Re, Ta, W)
Low-melting point metals (Bi, In, Pb, Sn, Zn)
Reactive Metals (Hf, Ti, Zr)
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Metals
Metalloids (Semimetals)
Special Purpose Metals and Alloys
14 Heat Treatment of Nonferrous Alloys
Aluminum Alloys
Cobalt
Copper
Magnesium
Nickel
Titanium
15 Coping With Corrosion
The Mechanism of Corrosion
The Corrosion Potentials of Metals
The Forms of Corrosion
Corrosion Control
16 The Mechanical Durability of Metals and Alloys
Ductile Fracture
Brittle Fracture and Embrittlement
Fatigue Fracture
The Many Faces of Wear
Rupture and Temperature Effects

17 The Material Selection Process
Property Interrelationships
Fabricability
Materials Specifications --ASM International

About this edition

• Publisher: ASM International
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1615038213
• ISBN 13: 9781615038213
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 2
• Editor: Arthur C. Reardon