Solid-State Physics: An Introduction to Principles of Materials Science (Advanced Texts in Physics

by Harald Ibach, Hans Lüth

This new edition of the well-received introduction to solid-state physics provides a comprehensive overview of the basic theoretical and experimental concepts of materials science. Experimental aspects and laboratory details are highlighted in separate panels that enrich text and emphasize recent developments. Notably, new material in the third edition includes sections on important new devices, aspects of non- periodic structures of matter, phase transitions, defects, superconductors and nanostructures. Students will benefit significantly from solving the exercises given at the end of each chapter. This book is intended for university students in physics, materials science and electrical engineering. It has been thoroughly updated to maintain its relevance and usefulness to students and professionals.

Genres: Physics

550 pages, Paperback

First published September 2, 1993

Reviews

[Helgi]

Translating a book back and forth from German to English can lead to a wearisome texts. It does cover the material thoroughly but it took a long time to understand the paragraphs.