Advanced Surface Coatings: a Handbook of Surface Engineering

A major growth area in technology is that of surface coatings. These provide a cost-effective and widespread means of improving and modifying the surface properties of materials in all branches of engineering. This book provides a review of the various methods available for modifying surfaces by the application of coatings. Each chapter looks at the theory, advantages and drawbacks of each particular method, and provides guidance to the most appropriate application areas. A volume for those working in advanced engineering materials, particularly materials scientists, physicists and speciality engineers, involved in both industrial and academic research, development and applications.