A - Z of Powder Metallurgy (Metal Powders Technology)

The A-Z of Powder Metallurgy is a comprehensive, easy-to-use desk reference, which can be consulted endlessly for quick and authoritative answers - an essential resource for manufacturers, specifiers, end-users and research workers of powdered metals. Metal Powders are being used with increasing frequency in the manufacture of diverse objects, such as watch-cases and piston connecting-rods. Metal properties, techniques for their use and the quality of the objects made are only part of this complex industry which is growing year-on-year. This volume provides a reference source defining terms, explaining processes and illustrating equipment, giving a thorough overview of the industry as a whole. With this book on your desk, you will... 1. Have instant access to definitions, properties and data on powder metallurgy, ensuring you always have accurate information to hand 2. Be able to write with authority for customers and publications 3. Save time, money and effort by researching metal powders properties, processes and the industry as a whole 1. Written by an internationally respected author with many years experience in the field of metal powders 2. An important, easy-to-use reference tool for manufacturers, specifiers, end-users and research workers of powdered metals. 3. Defines terms, explains processes and illustrates equipment, giving a thorough overview of the industry as a whole "The manufacture and use of metal powders has increased dramatically in the last quarter century, and the technology and vocabulary associated with the processes involved have grown accordingly. Bringing together succinct definitions and explanations of the terms used within the powder metallurgy industry, the 'A-Z of Powder Metallurgy' will be an important resource for the manufacturer, designer, specifier and user of metal powders worldwide. Written by a recognised authority in the field, it is more than a dictionary, with many terms being illustrated to enhance understanding: an essential reference for anyone involved with metal powders in whatever aspect."--Jacket Foreword Symbols 123-NumberedItems A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z FigureCaptions References