Neutron Applications in Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences 2009 Edition Contributor(s): Liang, Liyuan (Editor), Rinaldi, Romano (Editor), Schober, Helmut (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0387094156 ISBN-13: 9780387094151 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $161.49 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2008 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Materials Science - General - Science | Earth Sciences - Geology - Technology & Engineering | Mechanical |
Dewey: 539.721 |
LCCN: 2008932522 |
Series: Neutron Scattering Applications and Techniques |
Physical Information: 1.3" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (2.30 lbs) 634 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Neutron Applications in Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences offers a comprehensive overview of the wide ranging applications of neutron scattering techniques to elucidate the fundamental materials properties at the nano-, micro- and meso-scale, which underpin research in the related fields of Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences. Introductions to neutron scattering fundamentals and instrumentation are paired with a thorough review of the applications to a large variety of scientific and technological problems, written through the direct experience of leading scientists in each field. Tailored to a wide audience, this volume provides the novice with an inspiring introduction and stimulates the expert to consider these non-conventional problem solving techniques in his/her field of interest. Earth and environmental scientists, engineers, researchers and graduate students involved with materials science will find Neutron Applications in Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences a valuable ready-to-use reference. |