Nature and Properties of Engineering Materials

This new edition of an established work offers a comprehensive and integrated account of the fundamental properties of the varied engineering materials - metals, ceramics and polymers - and their application in engineering design. Revisions include expanded treatment of point defects and grain boundaries, updated sections on superconductivity, optic fibers, wood, glass-fiber-reinforced plastics and more. The text wiil enable the reader to become familiar with basic principles involved in manufacturing processes, engineering applications and the limitations and failures of various materials. Included at the end of every chapter are problems using SI along with English units. Numerous photos have been added to enhance the visual presentation of the material.