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Fundamentals of Ceramics (Series in Material Science and Engineering)

Fundamentals of Ceramics (Series in Material Science and Engineering)Author: M.W Barsoum
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Category: Book

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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 6 reviews

Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Pages: 624
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Dimensions (in): 9 x 6.1 x 1.4

ISBN: 0750309024
Dewey Decimal Number: 660
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Introduces the fundamentals of ceramics, with an emphasis on solid-state physics and chemistry. Deals with the science of sintering and microstructural development. Softcover.


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5 out of 5 stars Excellent broad based intro text   October 11, 2000
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

This text is very clearly written, and an absolute must as a reference for the fundamentals of ceramics. The text ties basic priciples of physics to the structure and behavior of ceramics. The text is ideal for late undergrad, early graduate studies - and is also perfect for scientists and engineers without a background in Materials Engineering *because* it draws on basic physics to clearly cover the topic. Especially useful are the numerous examples within the chapters to highlight important ideas, and the last six chapters - which give important infrmation on electrical, optical, and mechanical properties of ceramics.


5 out of 5 stars No Books in the Field Compare   January 14, 1999
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

Dr. Barsoum has covered all the bases in this well thought out and beautifully organized book! The author makes the field of ceramics interesting even to people new to the field. This book was used in a course I took, and I will not sell it because it is such an authoritative reference source. There are no other books that compare to Fundamentals of Ceramics.


5 out of 5 stars Barsoum's text   September 3, 2003
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Barsoum's text, "Fundamentals of Ceramics", is the best theoretical treatment of materials science that I am familiar with. He provides in-depth coverage of many mat-sci principles and derivations, from the elementary to the advanced. Caveat emptor, however, as there are also many mistakes in this book. Barsoum would do a great service to the mat-sci community by updating this text and publishing a new edition that corrects the mistakes and provides a more thorough explanation of experimental principles to compliment his theoretical information.


5 out of 5 stars Best Ceramics text on the market.   June 2, 1998
0 out of 2 found this review helpful

I learned more about ceramics engineering from this book than I did about women from Wilt Chamberlain (Not Dr. J, as he was a pure gentleman). The book is a stand-alone guide to ceramics and their related properties, so comprehensive it could be entitled "Non-Metals and Their Physics." Highly recommended for anyone who actually wants to learn.


4 out of 5 stars Great condition, Timely Fashion   February 6, 2007
Clinique Brundidge
0 out of 4 found this review helpful

The book was in great condition. They said it would be mailed quicker, but I guess it came within a reasonable time.

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