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Materials Matter

Materials Matter

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Advances in modern technology are powered not just by ideas, but by the materials that make those ideas possible. From cleaner energy systems to faster electronics and stronger, lighter structures, the discovery and development of new materials sits at the heart of nearly every major innovation. As a result, materials science has become an essential discipline for anyone pursuing engineering or seeking to understand how the technological world is built.Materials scientists work at the intersection of creativity and problem-solving. They confront global challenges-such as climate change, sustainable energy, and resource efficiency-while enabling breakthroughs in spacecraft, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, electric vehicles, supersonic aircraft, and beyond. A solid foundation in this field opens the door to understanding both today's technologies and tomorrow's possibilities.This book provides students with a clear, accessible, and engaging introduction to the fundamentals of materials science. It explores essential topics, includingthe importance and impact of materials science,the cosmic origins of the elements,the internal structures that govern material behavior,tools and methods for analyzing material structures,materials thermodynamics,phase diagrams and microstructure formation,diffusion and kinetics,mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical properties,the major classes of engineering materials, andrecent innovations shaping the future of the field.
By guiding readers through these foundational concepts, this book builds the knowledge needed to understand how materials are conceived, designed, and engineered. It equips students with the intellectual tools that underlie technological progress-and empowers them to contribute to the next generation of breakthroughs.materials science
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
174
Release Date:
2025-12-24
Publication Date:
2025-12-27
Publisher:
Seok-Woo Lee
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN13:
9798991438315
Minimum Reading Age:
12
Maximum Reading Age:
18
Weight:
228 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
10 cm
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