Microstructure of Martensite: Why It Forms and How It Gives Rise to the Shape-Memory Effect

Kaushik Bhattacharya

ISBN 10: 0198509340 / ISBN 13: 9780198509349

Edité par Oxford Univ Pr, 2003

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illustrated edition. 306 pages. 9.50x6.75x0.75 inches. In Stock. N° de réf. du vendeur 0198509340

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Titre : Microstructure of Martensite: Why It Forms ...

Éditeur : Oxford Univ Pr

Date d'édition : 2003

Reliure : Hardcover

Etat : Brand New

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Martensites are crystalline solids that display dazzling patterns at the microscopic scales. This microstructure gives rise to unusual macroscopic properties like the shape-memory effect. Starting with the crystalline structure, this book describes a theoretical framework for studying martensites and uses the theory to explain why these materials form microstructure. The macroscopic consequences of the microstructure are subsequently discussed. Complete with a piece of shape-memory wire and numerous examples from real materials, this book represents a successful case study in multiscale modelling, giving a clear understanding of the link between microstructure and macroscopic properties. Beautifully written, in a most clear and pedagogical manner, it holds appeal for a broad audience. On the one hand, it introduces modern modelling techniques to those trained in materials science, mechanics and physics, and shows how these techniques can be used in real-world problems. On the other hand, it introduces physical phenomena to those trained in mathematics, and demonstrates how such phenomena give rise to interesting mathematical problems.