| Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion Contributor(s): Little, Brenda J. (Author), Lee, Jason S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0471772763 ISBN-13: 9780471772767 Publisher: Wiley-Interscience OUR PRICE: $130.10 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2007 Annotation: A multi-disciplinary, multi-industry overview of microbiologically influenced corrosion, with strategies for diagnosis and control or prevention Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion helps engineers and scientists understand and combat the costly failures that occur due to microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC). This book combines recent findings from diverse disciplines into one comprehensive reference. Complete with case histories from a variety of environments, it covers: Biofilm formation Causative organisms, relating bacteria and fungi to corrosion mechanisms for groups of metals Diagnosing and monitoring MIC Electrochemical techniques, with an overview of methods for detection of MIC The impact of alloying elements, including antimicrobial metals, and design features on MIC MIC of non-metallics Strategies for control or prevention of MIC, including engineering, chemical, and biological approaches This is a valuable, all-inclusive reference for corrosion scientists, engineers, and researchers, as well as designers, managers, and operators. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Materials Science - General - Science | Life Sciences - Microbiology - Science | Chemistry - Physical & Theoretical |
| Dewey: 620.112 |
| LCCN: 2006027643 |
| Series: Wiley Corrosion |
| Physical Information: 0.69" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.29 lbs) 288 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A multi-disciplinary, multi-industry overview of microbiologically influenced corrosion, with strategies for diagnosis and control or prevention Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion helps engineers and scientists understand and combat the costly failures that occur due to microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC). This book combines recent findings from diverse disciplines into one comprehensive reference. Complete with case histories from a variety of environments, it covers:
This is a valuable, all-inclusive reference for corrosion scientists, engineers, and researchers, as well as designers, managers, and operators. |