Multiscale Phenomena in Materials - Experiments and Modeling Related to Mechanical Behavior:

Multiscale Phenomena in Materials - Experiments and Modeling Related to Mechanical Behavior:
Author: Hussein M. Zbib
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2014-06-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781107409378

In recent years there has been increasing interest in using what are termed 'multiscale modeling' approaches to understand the effects of composition and microstructure on mechanical behavior of materials. It is of utmost importance that these modeling efforts and simulations at the various length scales be coupled with experimental work. This 2003 volume focuses on experimentally validated multiscale modeling of ductile metals and alloys. The areas of atomistic, mesoscopic and continuum modeling are featured. Topics include: multiscale modeling of plastic deformation; dislocation phenomena at the atomistic-length scale; multiscale modeling of thin films and nanoindentation; multiscale modeling of dislocation phenomena and plastic deformation; multiscale modeling of microstructures and experiments; and models and experiments in nanostructured materials.

Dislocations, Mesoscale Simulations and Plastic Flow

Dislocations, Mesoscale Simulations and Plastic Flow
Author: L. Kubin
Publisher: Oxford University Press (UK)
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2013-04-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 019852501X

In the past twenty years, new experimental approaches, improved models and progress in simulation techniques brought new insights into long-standing issues concerning dislocation-based plasticity in crystalline materials. Dislocation dynamics simulations are becoming accessible to a wide range of users. This book presents to students and researchers in materials science and mechanical engineering a comprehensive coverage of the physical body of knowledge on whichthey are based. This includes classical studies, which are too often ignored, recent experimental and theoretical advances, as well as a discussion of selected applications on various topics.

Actinides: Volume 802

Actinides: Volume 802
Author: Lynda Soderholm
Publisher:
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2004-03-11
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

Actinides are an important, if sometimes unwanted, part of highly technological societies. Actinides pose an extreme scientific challenge to the materials research community. Their complex electronic structure results in many abnormal properties that even today are not well understood. The focus of this book is fundamental actinide science and its role in resolving technical challenges posed by actinide materials. Both basic and applied experimental approaches, as well as theoretical modeling and computational simulations, are featured. Topics for the inaugural actinides symposium include: actinide phase stability, transformations and aging; phononic and electronic structure; actinides and the environment; actinide solution and interfacial chemistry; actinide science and technology; theory of actinides - elemental phases, alloys and compounds; and superconductivity, correlated behavior and quantum criticality.

Continuous Nanophase and Nanostructured Materials: Volume 788

Continuous Nanophase and Nanostructured Materials: Volume 788
Author: Sridhar Komarneni
Publisher:
Total Pages: 698
Release: 2004-03-16
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

This book focuses on recent advances in nanostructured and nanophase materials and their applications. Nanostructured materials consist of domains of less than 100nm and include atom clusters and cluster assemblies, one- and two-dimensionally modulated layers and three-dimensional structures. The term 'nanophase' refers to structures comprised of domains or particles of a single material that are typically less than 100nm, whereas 'nanocomposite' refers to a composite of more than one nanophase. Nanoscale materials can be engineered as homogeneous or porous ceramics, metals, metal oxides, semiconductors, organic polymers, or as composite materials containing these components. This book brings together scientists from many disciplines to share and discuss advances in the field. Topics include: nanophase materials; nanocomposite materials; nanoporous materials; nanostructured materials; applications and properties of nanostructured materials; carbon nanotubes; nanostructured thin films and coatings; and theoretical and modeling studies of nanostructured materials.

Actinides: Volume 802

Actinides: Volume 802
Author: J. Joyce
Publisher: Materials Research Society
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2004-03-11
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781558997400

Actinides are an important, if sometimes unwanted, part of highly technological societies. Actinides pose an extreme scientific challenge to the materials research community. Their complex electronic structure results in many abnormal properties that even today are not well understood. The focus of this book is fundamental actinide science and its role in resolving technical challenges posed by actinide materials. Both basic and applied experimental approaches, as well as theoretical modeling and computational simulations, are featured. Topics for the inaugural actinides symposium include: actinide phase stability, transformations and aging; phononic and electronic structure; actinides and the environment; actinide solution and interfacial chemistry; actinide science and technology; theory of actinides - elemental phases, alloys and compounds; and superconductivity, correlated behavior and quantum criticality.

Thermoelectric Materials 2003: Volume 793

Thermoelectric Materials 2003: Volume 793
Author: G. S. Nolas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2004-03-17
Genre: Science
ISBN:

The measure of a thermoelectric material is given by the material's figure of merit. For over three decades the best thermoelectric materials had a ZT = 1. Recently, however, there are reports of new methods of materials synthesis that result in improvements beyond this performance. In addition, rapid characterization, as well as faster theoretical modeling of thermoelectric materials, has resulted in a more rapid evaluation of new materials. This book offers a look at these results and provides a benchmark for the current state in the field of thermoelectric materials research and development. The focus is on new and innovative directions that will lead to the next generation thermoelectric materials for small-scale refrigeration and power generation applications. The book emphasizes the multidisciplinary nature of the research needed to advance the science and technology of the field. Both theoretical and experimental studies are featured. Topics include: low-dimensional systems and nanocomposites; devices; oxides; skutterudites; complex bulk materials and measurements; novel approaches; and thermoelectric materials and technology.

Multiscale Phenomena in Materials - Experiments in Modeling:

Multiscale Phenomena in Materials - Experiments in Modeling:
Author: I. M. Robertson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2014-06-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781107414136

There has been increasing interest in using what are termed 'multiscale modeling' approaches to understand the effects of composition and microstructure on mechanical behavior. It is now quite common to find publications that report on related phenomena using atomistic, microscale (dislocation dynamics) and mesoscale/continuum computer simulations. With this enhanced interest in multiscale phenomena emerges a need for experimental work that validates and challenges the predictive capabilities of modeling and simulations. This book brings together experimentalists and modelers working in common areas of interest, to exchange information and lead to more tightly coupled experimental and modeling work. Topics include: plasticity at the continuum length scale; nonlocal plastic theory and dislocation phenomena; dislocation dynamics - experiments and simulation; dislocation core properties and effects; fracture and crack propagation; dislocation interactions with interfaces and grain boundaries; and microstructural modeling for industrial metals processing.

GaN and Related Alloys - 2003: Volume 798

GaN and Related Alloys - 2003: Volume 798
Author: Hock Min Ng
Publisher:
Total Pages: 872
Release: 2004-04-09
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

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