Structure-Property Relations in Nonferrous Metals

The book discussed on the relationships between the atomic structure, crystal structure, and microstructure of metals and their physical behavior (e.g., strength, ductility, electrical conductivity, corrosion, etc.). In Part one we present basic principles of the atomic and crystal structure, defects, and processing of metals. In Part two we describe the properties and uses of all the metallic elements except iron. We have observed that most metals texts focus primarily on iron, the dominant commercial metal.