: This edition introduced or expanded on cutting-edge materials of the time, such as optical fibers, advanced ceramics, and high-energy magnetic materials. Helpful Learning Features
: These sections provide real-world context for why specific materials (like those used in jet engines or computer chips) matter in everyday life. : This edition introduced or expanded on cutting-edge
: The text includes approximately 500 illustrations and photographs , including microstructures that help students "see" the science behind the material. such as optical fibers
Fundamentals of Materials Science and Engineering: An Integrated Approach - 6th Edition (eBook Rental) : This edition introduced or expanded on cutting-edge
: Frequent questions throughout the chapters allow you to test your conceptual understanding before moving on to complex problem sets.