Description:
This book describes some of the important equations of materials and the scientists who derived them. The text is readable and enjoyable, and is aimed at anyone interested in the manufacture, structure, properties and engineering application of materials such as metals, polymers, ceramics, semiconductors and composites.
Review Quotes: "A wonderful book ... that does not take more than a couple of weeks to digest. Although students these days do not purchase many books, this particular text might be considered worth owning." -- Harry Bhadeshia, University of Cambridge
"A unique book - there is nothing like this in materials science that combines biography and analysis of the importance of equations." -- Mark Miodownik, University College London"Engaging, effective and surprisingly readable... with an unflowery and straightforward style that pushes things along." -- Patrick Grant, University of Oxford