Inorganic Chemistry, Physical & Theoretical Chemistry, Chemistry - General & Miscellaneous, Thermodynamics, Statistical Physics

Phase Equilibria, Phase Diagrams and Phase Transformations: Their Thermodynamic Basis

Name: Phase Equilibria, Phase Diagrams and Phase Transformations: Their Thermodynamic Basis
Author: Mats Hillert
ISBN: 9780521853514

by Mats Hillert

Available on Bookshop Available on Amazon Write a review

Books.org participates in affiliate programs including Bookshop.org and the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links on this page, at no additional cost to you.

Overview

Computational tools allow material scientists to model and analyze increasingly complicated systems to appreciate material behavior. Accurate use and interpretation however, requires a strong understanding of the thermodynamic principles that underpin phase equilibrium, transformation and state. This fully revised and updated edition covers the fundamentals of thermodynamics, with a view to modern computer applications. The theoretical basis of chemical equilibria and chemical changes is covered with an emphasis on the properties of phase diagrams. Starting with the basic principles, discussion moves to systems involving multiple phases. New chapters cover irreversible thermodynamics, extremum principles, and the thermodynamics of surfaces and interfaces. Theoretical descriptions of equilibrium conditions, the state of systems at equilibrium and the changes as equilibrium is reached, are all demonstrated graphically. With illustrative examples - many computer calculated - and worked examples, this textbook is an valuable resource for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in materials science and engineering.

About the Author, Mats Hillert

Mats Hillert is a Professor Emeritus at KTH (Royal Institute of Technology) in Stockholm.

Reviews

There are no reviews yet. Log in to write one.

Editorials

From the Publisher

"This new edition covering the thermodynamic principles for phase diagrams and phase transformations is a very helpful base for anyone trying to apply computer simulations in the aforementioned areas. Hillert provides an in-depth introduction to thermodynamic principles. He also expands the topic by discussing kinetic and interfacial phenomena governing those phase transformation processes. ... Recommended." - H. Giesche, CHOICE