Solid State Physics [PDF ebook] 

The Romance of Modern Mechanism’ is a book written by Archibald Williams, first published in 1906. The book explores the technological advancements of the time, focusing on the mechanics and engineer …

The spaces left after the assembly of threaded, flanged and press fitted parts have always been a source of trouble. The amount of metal to metal contact between threads and heavy press fits varies b …

This book provides an overview of compound semiconductor materials and their technology. After presenting a theoretical background, it describes the relevant material preparation technologies for bul …

Although it arose much earlier in a variety of contexts, sensitivity theory became an independent branch of science in the sixties. Since then, researchers from around the world have continued to mak …

Sustainable Lubrication overviews recent advances in the development of lubricants and their usage in different tribological systems, starting from nanoscale contacts up to macroscale assemblies with …

A major basic text on the theory and structural applications of laminated anisotropic plates. Detailed coverage of problems of bending under transverse load, stability, and free-vibrations, as well a …

This book provides an understanding of peer-reviewed international construction materials and their testing methods in a simplified manner at a high technical level. It focuses on specific constructi …

The uses of nanotechnologies continue to rise exponentially. Due to their multifaceted nature, nanomaterials have a vast amount of potential uses in various scientific professions. Professionals in s …