The first book entirely dedicated to the topic emphasizes the relation between basic research and actual processing technologies. As such, it covers complex microstructures down to the nanometer scale, structure/property relationships and potential applications in key industries.

From the contents:

* Constitution
* Thermophysical Constants
* Phase Transformations and Microstructures
* Deformation Behaviour
* Strengthening Mechanisms
* Creep
* Fracture Behaviour
* Fatigue
* Oxidation Resistance and Related Issues
* Alloy Design
* Ingot Production and Component Casting
* Powder Metallurgy
* Wrought Processing
* Joining
* Surface Hardening
* Applications and Component Assessment