Practical Guide to Image Analysis

A text considering the various aspects of the application of image analysis to materials science problems, most especially engineering problems. A guide for applying image analysis to evaluate microstructural features in a variety of materials. Inlcudes bright, detailed color photographs and illustrations, as well as a wealth of black and white images. DLC: Metallography Annotation Nine international specialists contribute information about the use of image analysis procedures to evaluate microstructural features. Coverage includes an historical overview of how quantitative image analysis developed; the evolution of current television computer-based analysis systems; the science of stereology; preparation of metallographic specimens for image analysis; the types of measurements which can be made; characteristics of particle dispersions; methods for analysis and interpretation of results; the development of macro programs for specific image analysis applications; and the use of color metallography for image analysis problems. For engineers, scientists and technicians who need to extract quantitative information from material systems. Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR Content: Image analysis: historical perspective / Don Laferty -- Introduction to stereological principles / George F. Vander Voort -- Specimen preparation for image analysis / George F. Vander Voort -- Principles of image analysis / James C. Grande -- Measurements / John J. Friel -- Characterization of particle dispersion / Mahmoud T. Shehata -- Analysis and interpretation / Leczek Wojnar, Krzysztof J. Kurzydłowski -- Applications / Dennis W. Hetzner -- Color image processing / Vito Smolej.