Engineering materials and processes desk reference / [Michael Ashby [and others]].

Compiled using extracts from several books within the range of materials and processes engineering books in the Elsevier collection.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Statement of responsibility from pages vii.

"The Engineering Materials and Processes Desk Reference is a one-stop source for engineers involved in the use of engineered materials across engineering and electronics. In this essential reference, the work of a number of the world's leading writers in the field have been brought together to create an inclusive volume for a wide audience of materials and processes engineers." "Coverage ranges from the basics to more advanced topics on the key areas of materials and process selection, the joining of materials, explanations of properties of metals, ceramics, plastics and composites. It also provides information on the important topic of nanomaterials." "Facts, figures and data from world-leading experts make this an invaluable ready-reference for those involved in the field of materials and processes engineering."--Jacket.