Introduction to Surface and Thin Film Processes
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'Well-ordered, and extraordinarily well-referenced chapters ... gives the reader an in-depth and bang-up-to-date guide to the fields covered.' Ian Forbes, Materials World
'John Venables provides a lively guide to the whole subject, including the underlying theoretical science, the essential technology, the maze of analytical methods, the growth of thin film materials, and many applications ... Venable's book provides a fitting introduction ... well supported by an extensive bibliography and references to scientific journal papers, as well as his web page which provides further resources. there is also a set of problems on each chapter's content, that could serve as tutorial topics ... it encourages the effort needed to understand the more complex parts of this fascinating subject and I recommend the book to all seeking some understanding of surface science and technology.' Professor J. I. B. Wilson, Contemporary Physics
'... good interdisciplinary introduction to the science and technology of surfaces ... a very solid, well written introductory book on surface science and technology which I highly recommend.' Michael S. Isaacson, Scanning
Book Description
Surface and thin film processes are crucial in understanding current and future electronic, magnetic, optical and chemical devices. This book covers the experimental and theoretical understanding of surface and thin film processes. It presents a unique description of surface processes in absorption and crystal growth, including bonding in metals and semiconductors. Venables, an international expert on the subject, covers practical experimental design, sample preparation, and analytical techniques, including detailed discussions of Auger electron spectroscopy and microscopy. Throughout, he emphasizes thermodynamic and kinetic models of structure. This volume provides extensive leads into practical and research literature, as well as links to resources on the World Wide Web. Each chapter contains problems that will help develop awareness of the subject and the methods used. An ideal graduate textbook, this book will also be useful as a sourcebook for graduate students, researchers and practitioners in physics, chemistry, materials science and engineering.
Introduction to Surface and Thin Film Processes
Introduction to Surface and Thin Film Processes,John A. Venables,Cambridge University Press,0521785006,Chemistry - General,Chemistry - Physical & Theoretical,Engineering - General,Physics,Science,Science/Mathematics,Surface chemistry,Thin films,Condensed matter physics (liquids & solids),Science / Physics,Theoretical methods
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