Laser Surface Treatments for Tribological Applications (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789815036329)

This reference presents comprehensive information about laser surface treatments for tribological applications. Chapters of the book highlight the importance of laser technology in modifying materials to optimize the effects of friction and lubrication, by explaining a range of surface modification methods used in industries. These methods include hardening, melting, alloying, cladding and texturing. The knowledge in the book is intended to give an in-depth understanding about the role of laser technology in tribology and the manufacture of industrial materials and surfaces for special applications.

Key Features:
- 10 chapters on topics relevant to tribology and industrial applications of laser material processing
- Comprehensively covers laser surface modification of metals and alloys
- Explains a wide range of surface modification methods (hardening, melting, alloying, cladding and texturing)
- Covers material and tribological characterization of surfaces
- Presents information in a simple structured layout for easy reading, with introductory notes for learners
- Provides references for further reading


Author: Che-Hua Yang, Jeyaprakash Natarajan
ISBN-10: 9815036327
ISBN-13: 9789815036329
Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers
Language: English
Published: 11/23/2021
Pages: 244
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.63d