Computational Thermodynamics: The Calphad Method (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521868112)

Phase diagrams are used in materials research and engineering to understand the interrelationship between composition, microstructure and process conditions. In complex systems, computational methods such as CALPHAD are employed to model thermodynamic properties for each phase and simulate multicomponent phase behavior. Written by recognized experts in the field, this is an introductory guide to the CALPHAD method, providing a theoretical and practical approach. Building on core thermodynamic principles, this 2007 book applies crystallography, first principles methods and experimental data to computational phase behavior modeling using the CALPHAD method. With a chapter dedicated to creating thermodynamic databases, the reader will be confident in assessing, optimizing and validating complex thermodynamic systems alongside database construction and manipulation. Several case studies put the methods into a practical context, making this suitable for use on advanced materials design and engineering courses and an invaluable reference to those using thermodynamic data in their research or simulations.

Author: Hans Lukas, Suzana G. Fries, Bo Sundman
ISBN-10: 0521868114
ISBN-13: 9780521868112
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 07/12/2007
Pages: 324
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.76lbs
Size: 9.73h x 7.13w x 0.79d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 06/01/2008 pg. 159