Books in the Advances in Materials Sciences and Engineering series

An encyclopedia that shows changes in research involving composite materials. It features articles that include work on nanocomposites and metallic multilayers. It is suitable for materials scientists and mechanical engineers involved in industrial and academic research into the fabrication, properties and applications of composite materials.

An encyclopedia of medical and dental materials. It contains 60 articles that cover the basic materials used including prostheses, implants, sutures and wound dressings; the biocompatibility, wear, corrosion and surface properties of the materials; and, the mechanics of their implantation, adhesion and repair.

Includes articles that cover the whole range of knowledge and research in wood science. This encyclopedia discusses topics such as the availability of economics and timber resources, wood products such as plywood and mineral-bonded wood composites, and the major commercial and wood species of the world.