Physics of Functional Materials is a textbook written by academics with more than 30 years of experience in teaching physics and materials science. This reference work provides a modern explanation of atoms, molecules, and various types of bonding in solids, with a focus on functional materials.
Description
This book covers functional materials extensively in all three states of matter and thus offers a unique, clear introduction that has not been provided in other publications. It promotes understanding of the theory behind functional materials without relying on complex mathematical quantum mechanical formulas.
- Includes worked examples, exercises, and answers.
- Suitable as a basis for further advanced studies.
- Minimal use of complicated quantum mechanical equations to promote readability.
For teachers and students:
Includes additional materials and online resources.
Product specifications
- Author: Hasse Fredriksson (KTH Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden)
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Publication date: 2008-06-13
- Number of pages: 496
- ISBN: 9780470517581
- Theme: Physics
- BISAC: SCIENCE / Physics / General
About the author
Hasse Fredriksson is a professor in metal casting in the Department of Materials Science at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. With more than 30 years of experience in research and education, his group focuses on experimental, theoretical, and numerical descriptions of solidification processes in metals. The group has published more than 200 scientific articles.
Dr Ulla Akerlind is a lecturer in physics at the University of Stockholm. She has extensive experience in university teaching and writing textbooks.