The first book entirely dedicated to the topic emphasizes the relation between basic research and actual processing technologies. As such, it covers complex microstructures down to the nanometer scale, structure/property relationships and potential applications in key industries. From the contents: * Constitution* Thermophysical Constants* Phase Transformations and Microstructures* Deformation Behaviour* Strengthening Mechanisms* Creep* Fracture Behaviour* Fatigue* Oxidation Resistance and Related Issues* Alloy Design* Ingot Production and Component Casting* Powder Metallurgy* Wrought Processing* Joining* Surface Hardening* Applications and Component Assessment
