Mechanical Behavior of Materials

An understanding of mechanisms for mechanical behaviour is essential to applications of new materials and new designs using established materials. Focusing on the similarities and differences in mechanical response within and between the material classes, Mechanical Behavior of Materials provides a balanced approach between practical engineering applications and the science behind the mechanical behaviour of materials.

Covering the three main material classes—metals, ceramics, and polymers—topics addressed include stress, strain, tensors, elasticity, dislocations, strengthening mechanisms, high temperature deformation, fracture, fatigue, wear, and deformation processing.