AMPP Resources ASM Handbook, Volume 11: Failure Analysis and Prevention 38376

This book focuses on the four classic types of failure: fracture, corrosion, wear, and distortion. Sections included discuss fundamental root causes, materials selection, and the role of design reviews in failure prevention and analysis. Additional sections describe the failure analysis processes, as well as the principles, practices, tools, and techniques used to perform and evaluate failure analysis work. 2002 by ASM International, hardbound, 1,100 pages