Publisher's Synopsis
In this text on engineering materials, the author presents the basic science of materials technology, including bearing materials, cast irons, the shaping of materials, materials testing, heat treatment and non-ferrous alloys. There is a companion volume, "Engineering Materials Volume 2", which covers further topics, such as stainless steels, heat resisting and maraging steels, corrosion prevention and semi-conductor materials.;The text covers the requirements of the new BTEC Engineering Materials Certificate and Diploma courses in Technician Engineering, and also provides technical background for undergraduates studying mechanical, production or electrical/electronic engineering.
