Introduction to the Thermodynamics of Materials, Fifth Edition

Download or read book Introduction to the Thermodynamics of Materials, Fifth Edition written by David R. Gaskell and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2008-03-13 with total page 642 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This classic textbook is the definitive introduction to the thermodynamic behavior of materials systems. Written as a basic text for advanced undergraduates and first year graduate students in metallurgy, metallurgical engineering, ceramics, or materials science, it presents the underlying thermodynamic principles of materials and their plethora of applications. The book is also of proven interest to working professionals in need of a reference or refresher course.