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A History Of Metallography: The Development Of Ideas On The Structure Of Metals Before 1890
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Cyril Smith'S Study Of The Structure Of Metals And Alloys And The Properties That Result From Their Processing Remains, After More Than Two Decades, A Foundational Work On The History Of Metallography. It Starts From The Intuitive Knowledge Of Metals Achieved By Such Early Artists And Craftsmen As Biringuccio, Descartes, Raumur, Brant, Osmond, Sorby, Brinell, Tschernoff, Howe, Percy And Others, And Then Describes The Evolution Of The Modern Scientific Understanding Of Materials. Throughout, The Author Emphasizes The Interplay Of Contributions From Practical Engineering, From Experimental And Theoretical Science, And From The Workings Of The Aesthetic Imagination.The Original Hardcover Edition Of A History Of Metallography Won The Pfizer Prize Of The History Of Science Society.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the focus of 'A History of Metallography'? A: The book explores the development of ideas about the structure of metals and alloys before 1890, emphasizing the contributions from early artists, craftsmen, and modern scientific understanding.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A History of Metallography' is Cyril Smith, a noted scholar in the field.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 9, 1988.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 326 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in metallography? A: While this book provides foundational insights into metallography, it may be more suitable for readers with some background knowledge in the subject due to its historical and technical depth.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers the intuitive knowledge of metals from historical figures, the evolution of metallography, and the interplay between practical engineering and scientific understanding.
- Q: Is 'A History of Metallography' still relevant today? A: Yes, the book remains a foundational work in metallography and is referenced for its historical insights and analysis of metal structure.
- Q: What recognition has this book received? A: The original hardcover edition won the Pfizer Prize from the History of Science Society, highlighting its significance in the field.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for research? A: Yes, 'A History of Metallography' serves as a valuable reference for scholars and researchers interested in the history and development of metallography.