Pearson Engineering Materials: Properties and Selection by Budinski/Narasimhulu

This introductory text covers theory and industry-standard selection practices, providing students with the working knowledge to make an informed selection of materials for engineering applications and to correctly specify materials on drawings and purchasing documents.
Encompassing all significant material systems—metals, ceramics, plastics and composites—this text incorporates the most up-to-date information on material usage and availability.

Salient Features

1. Features the latest cost and usage data to reflect current worldwide conditions, materials, engineering theories, and practices
2. Recommends a repertoire of materials that meet most design needs
3. Includes critical concepts sections that outline the key concepts of each chapter and give students an opportunity to assess their understanding
4. Unique selection information, developed by the authors, offers students a fresh approach to traditional topics and provides the most timely, complete and accurate coverage of the most recent developments
5. Focuses on the properties of industry-standard materials, teaching students how to specify these materials on engineering drawings and documents."