Phase Transformation and Diffusion

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Title: Phase Transformation and Diffusion
Description: Given that the basic purpose of all research in materials science and technology is to tailor the properties of materials to suit specific applications, phase transformations are the natural key to the fine-tuning of the structural, mechanical and corrosion properties. A basic understanding of the kinetics and mechanisms of phase transformation is therefore of vital importance. Apart from a few cases involving crystallographic martensitic transformations, all phase transformations are mediated by diffusion. Thus, proper control and understanding of the process of diffusion during nucleation, growth, oxidation, sintering, etc are essential for optimising the properties of materials to meet specific needs.
Authors: G.B. Kale, M. Sundararaman, G.K. Dey, G.P. Tiwari
Resource Type: eBook.
Subjects: Phase transformations (Statistical physics), Diffusion
Categories: TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Materials Science / General
Database: eBook Collection (EBSCOhost)
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Abstract:Given that the basic purpose of all research in materials science and technology is to tailor the properties of materials to suit specific applications, phase transformations are the natural key to the fine-tuning of the structural, mechanical and corrosion properties. A basic understanding of the kinetics and mechanisms of phase transformation is therefore of vital importance. Apart from a few cases involving crystallographic martensitic transformations, all phase transformations are mediated by diffusion. Thus, proper control and understanding of the process of diffusion during nucleation, growth, oxidation, sintering, etc are essential for optimising the properties of materials to meet specific needs.
ISBN:9783908451617
9783038132066