Fundamental Aspects of Electrometallurgy

by Konstantin Popov, Branamir Grgur, Stojan S. Djokic

Overview

This book begins with a thorough background of the subject. Next, the authors discuss the significance of electrometallurgy within the broader spectrum of science and technology. They then expand the previously laid theoretical base and explain mechanisms of metal deposition and applications for all existing related technologies.

The book will be of interest to undergraduate and graduate students involved with electrochemistry of metals, materials science, plating technologies, electronics materials and other fields. Scientists and engineers working in a variety of industries in addition to electrometallurgical process plants will find it an invaluable reference as it provides a thorough background of electrometallurgy, then explores the more advanced mechanisms of metal deposition in a logical manner.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781475787207
Publisher:	Springer US
Publication date:	04/11/2013
Edition description:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
Pages:	305
Product dimensions:	6.69(w) x 9.61(h) x 0.03(d)

Table of Contents

What is Electrometallurgy.- Definitions, Principles and Concepts.- Surface Morphology of Metal Electrodeposits.- The Current Distribution in Electrochemical Cells.- Electrodeposition at a Periodically Changing Rate.- Electrowinning.- Electrorefining.- Optimum Conditions for Electroplating.- Electroplating and Surface Finishing.- Metal Deposition without an External Current.- Electrodeposition of Metals from Molten Salts.- Environmental Issues.

Editorial Reviews

"[...]a very interesting book[...]a very important contribution to the understanding of electrometallurgical processes, which up to now was only available by trawling through the literature. For anyone interested in electrometallurgy, especially researchers, this is an essential book for any personal library."

(Derek Fray, University of Cambridge in MRS Bulletin, May 2003)

From the Publisher

Introduces the mechanisms of metal deposition, and the theoretical principles behind the electrowinning and eletrorefining of metals and the electrodeposition of thin films. The authors, two of whom are with the University of Belgrade, describe the surface morphology of metal electrodeposits, current distribution in electrochemical cells, and the effects of additives and periodically changing rates on metal deposition. The second half of the book addresses the electrodeposition of alloy and composite coatings from aqueous or non- aqueous solutions, as well as molten salts. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)