Gordon, J.
The New Science of Strong Materials
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691180984
- author:
- Gordon, J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 328
- Dimensions:
- 21.59 x 13.72 x 2.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, General, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The New Science of Strong Materials Or Why You Don't Fall Through the Floor by James Edward Gordon This book explores the properties of materials used in engineering, focusing on their unique physical and chemical basis for their structural qualities. Gordon explains how an in-depth understanding of these materials' strengths and weaknesses guides our engineering choices, allowing us to build the structures that support our society. By examining the intrinsic properties of materials such as metals, wood, ceramics, glass, and bone, Gordon sheds light on the fundamental questions about how the world around us works. His work is a testament to the power of scientific communication, providing a clear and engaging introduction to the subject. Published in 2018, this revised edition of Gordon's classic work remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in materials science and engineering.
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