
Fundamentals of Inorganic Glasses
- 3rd Edition - May 9, 2019
- Latest edition
- Authors: Arun K. Varshneya, John C. Mauro
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 1 6 2 2 5 - 5
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 1 6 2 2 6 - 2
Fundamentals of Inorganic Glasses, Third Edition, is a comprehensive reference on the field of glass science and engineering that covers numerous, significant advances. This new… Read more

Fundamentals of Inorganic Glasses, Third Edition, is a comprehensive reference on the field of glass science and engineering that covers numerous, significant advances. This new edition includes the most recent advances in glass physics and chemistry, also discussing groundbreaking applications of glassy materials. It is suitable for upper level glass science courses and professional glass scientists and engineers at industrial and government labs. Fundamental concepts, chapter-ending problem sets, an emphasis on key ideas, and timely notes on suggested readings are all included. The book provides the breadth required of a comprehensive reference, offering coverage of the composition, structure and properties of inorganic glasses.
- Clearly develops fundamental concepts and the basics of glass science and glass chemistry
- Provides a comprehensive discussion of the composition, structure and properties of inorganic glasses
- Features a discussion of the emerging applications of glass, including applications in energy, environment, pharmaceuticals, and more
- Concludes chapters with problem sets and suggested readings to facilitate self-study
Upper level undergraduate and professionals working in inorganic glasses and inorganic chemistry, as well as researchers working with glass in related fields of ceramic engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, chemistry, and geosciences
1. Introduction
2. Fundamentals of the Glassy State
3. Glass Formation Principles
4. Glass Microstructure: Phase Separation and Liquid Immiscibility
5. Glass Compositions and Structures
6. Composition-Structure-Property Relationship Principles
7. Density and Molar Volume
8. Elastic Properties and Microhardness of Glass
9. The Viscosity of Glass
10. Thermal Expansion of Glass
11. Heat Capacity of Glass
12. Thermal Conductivity and Acoustic Properties of Glass
13. Glass Transition Range Behavior
14. Permeation, Diffusion, and Ionic Conduction in Glass
15. Dielectric Properties
16. Electronic Conduction
17. Chemical Durability
18. Strength and Toughness
19. Optical Properties
20. Glass Surfaces
21. Modeling of Glass
22. Fundamentals of Inorganic Glass Making
23. Emerging Applications of Glass
- Edition: 3
- Latest edition
- Published: May 9, 2019
- Language: English
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