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Series editors: A. Abe, A. Albertsson, R. Duncan, Series editors: A. Abe, A. Albertsson, R. Duncan, K. Dusek, W. d. Jeu, H. Kausch, S. Kobayashi, K. Lee, K. Dusek, W. d. Jeu, H. Kausch, S. Kobayashi, K. Lee, L. Leibler, T. Long, I. Manners, M. Möller, O. Nuyken, L. Leibler, T. Long, I. Manners, M. Möller, O. Nuyken, Series editor: R. Haug, Universität Hannover E. Terentjev, B. Voit, G. Wegner, U. Wiesner E. Terentjev, B. Voit, G. Wegner, U. Wiesner Volume 48 Volume 220 Volume 221 R. Haug, Universität Hannover, Germany (Ed .) T. Shimizu, Nanoarchitectonics Research Center, C. Holm, K. Kremer, Max-Planck-Institut für Polymer- Tsukuba, Japan (Ed .) forschung, Mainz, Germany (Eds .) The 2008 Spring Meeting of the Arbeitskreis Self-Assembled Advanced Computer Festkörperphysik was held in Berlin, Germany, between February 24 and February 29, 2008 in Nanomaterials II Simulation Approaches for conjunction with the 72nd Annual Meeting of the Nanotubes III Deutsche Physikalische Gesellschaft. The 2008 meeting was the largest physics meeting in Europe and among the largest physics meetings in the world in 2008. Features Features 7 Highest Impact Factor of all publications Features 7 Highest Impact Factor of all publications ranked by ISI within Polymer Science 7 Short 7 Up-to-date reviews 7 State of the art of solid ranked by ISI within Polymer Science 7 Short and concise reports on physics and of state physics in Germany 7 In cooperation with and concise reports on physics and chemistry of , each written by the world renowned the Deutsche Physikalische Gesellschaft polymers, each written by the world renowned experts 7 Still valid and useful after 5 or 10 experts 7 Still valid and useful after 5 or 10 years 7 The electronic version is available free of Contents years 7 The electronic version is available free of charge for standing order customers at: springer. Part I: Nanowires.- Part II: Quantum Dots and charge for standing order customers at: springer. com/series/12/ Nanoparticles.- Part III: Spin and Magnetism. com/series/12/ Contents Fields of interest Contents Dünweg et al.: Lattice Boltzmann Simulations for Solid State Physics and ; Materials T. Yamamoto, T. Fukushima, T. Aida: Self-Assem- Soft Matter Systems.- Kroll, Gomper et al.: Direct Science; Condensed Matter and Material Sciences bled Nanotubes and Nanocoils from p-Conjugated Particle Collosion Methods for Polymers and Building Blocks.- G. Liu: Block Nano- Membranes.- Eveaers, Grest, Kremer: Entangled Target groups tubes Derived from Self-Assembly.- M. Numata, Melts and Networks.- Dellago et al.: Transition Physicists and engineers at universities and in S. Shinkai: Self-Assembled Polysaccharide Nano- Path Sampling an other Advances Sampling industry tubes Generated from ß-1,3-Glucan Polysaccha- Techniques. rides.- M. Steinhart: Supramolecular Organiza- Type of publication tion of Polymeric Materials in Nanoporous Hard Fields of interest Monograph Templates. Polymer Sciences; ; Pharmacy Discount group Fields of interest Target groups P Polymer Sciences; Soft Matter, Complex Fluids; Academic and industrial researchers, libraries in Nanotechnology polymer science, material science and solid state physics Target groups Academic and industrial researchers, libraries in Type of publication polymer science, material science and solid state Reviews physics Discount group Type of publication P Reviews

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B. Bhushan, The Ohio State University, Columbus, B. Bhushan, The Ohio State University, Columbus, B. Bhushan, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA; H. Fuchs, University of Münster, Germany OH, USA; H. Fuchs, University of Münster, Germany OH, USA; H. Fuchs, University of Münster, Germany (Eds .) (Eds .) (Eds .) Applied Scanning Probe Applied Scanning Probe Applied Scanning Probe Methods XI Methods XII Methods XIII Scanning Probe Microscopy Techniques Characterization Biomimetics and Industrial Applications

The volumes XI, XII and XIII examine the The volumes XI, XII and XIII examine the The volumes XI, XII and XIII examine the physical and technical foundation for recent physical and technical foundation for recent physical and technical foundation for recent progress in applied scanning probe techniques. progress in applied scanning probe techniques. progress in applied scanning probe techniques. The first volume came out in January 2004, the The first volume came out in January 2004, the The first volume came out in January 2004, the second to fourth volumes in early 2006 and the second to fourth volumes in early 2006 and the second to fourth volumes in early 2006 and the fifth to seventh volumes in late 2006. The field is fifth to seventh volumes in late 2006. The field is fifth to seventh volumes in late 2006. The field is progressing so fast that there is a need for a set of progressing so fast that there is a need for a set of progressing so fast that there is a need for a set of volumes every 12 to 18 months to capture latest volumes every 12 to 18 months to capture latest volumes every 12 to 18 months to capture latest developments. These volumes constitute a timely developments. These volumes constitute a timely developments. These volumes constitute a timely comprehensive overview of SPM applications. comprehensive overview of SPM applications. comprehensive overview of SPM applications. After introducing scanning probe microscopy, After introducing scanning probe microscopy, After introducing scanning probe microscopy, including sensor technology and tip characteriza- including sensor technology and tip characteriza- including sensor technology and tip characteriza- tion, chapters on use in various industrial applica- tion, chapters on use in various industrial applica- tion, chapters on use in various industrial applica- tions are presented. Industrial applications span tions are presented. Industrial applications span tions are presented. Industrial applications span topographic and dynamical surface studies of thin- topographic and dynamical surface studies of thin- topographic and dynamical surface studies of thin- film semiconductors, polymers, paper, ceramics, film semiconductors, polymers, paper, ceramics, film semiconductors, polymers, paper, ceramics, and magnetic and biological materials. and magnetic and biological materials. and magnetic and biological materials. The chapters have been written by leading The chapters have been written by leading The chapters have been written by leading researchers and application from all over researchers and application scientists from all over researchers and application scientists from all over the world and from various industries to provide a the world and from various industries to provide a the world and from various industries to provide a broader perspective. broader perspective. broader perspective.

Features Features Features 7 First book summarizing the state of the art of 7 First book summarizing the state of the art of 7 First book summarizing the state of the art of this technique 7 Real industrial applications this technique 7 Real industrial applications this technique 7 Real industrial applications included included included

Fields of interest Fields of interest Fields of interest Nanotechnology; Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Nanotechnology; Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Nanotechnology; Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Films; Polymer Sciences Films; Polymer Sciences Films; Polymer Sciences

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A. Bertram, J. Tomas, University of Magdeburg, E. Castillo, University of Cantabria, Santander, Spain; P. R. Dvornic, M. J. Owen, Michigan Molecular Germany (Eds .) A. Fernandez-Canteli, University of Oviedo, Gijón, Institute, Midland, MI, USA (Eds .) Spain Micro-Macro-interactions Silicon Containing Dendritic In Structured media and Particle Systems A Unified Statistical Polymers Methodology for Modeling Fatigue Damage Many materials or media in nature and technology During the last two decades silicon-containing possess a microstructure which determines their dendritic polymers have become one of the fastest macroscopic behaviour. The knowledge of the The book gives a unified probabilistic approach to growing areas of development in polymer science. relevant mechanisms is often more comprehensive evaluation of fatigue damage, including all steps to The eruption of interest in these new polymers on the micro than on the macro scale. On the be followed, starting with fatigue testing planning, stems from their unprecedented molecular archi- other hand, not all information on the micro level material characterization through lab experi- tecture, unique resulting properties and the real- is relevant for the understanding of this macro ments, model selection, parameter estimation and ization that they represent ideal building blocks for behaviour. Therefore, averaging and homogeniza- damage evaluation and life prediction associated chemical nanotechnology. tion methods are needed to select only the specific with a given stress or strain history. It also treats This is the first book to solely focus on silicon- information from the micro scale, which influ- computer programs to do all the above. containing dendritic polymers. The contributions ences the macro scale. These methods also open In addition, a critical evaluation of existing models of those experts who originally introduced each the possibility to design or to influence micro- based on the new proposed alternative model is field or played a major role in its progress are structures with the objective to optimize their one of the main aims of the book, trying to change reported. The developments in all major areas of macro behaviour. the minds of engineers involved in design jobs. this field are presented from their origins to the This book presents the development of new present. It is anticipated that this text will become methods in this interdisciplinary field of macro- From the contents an invaluable guide and vanguard of reference for micro-interactions of different Prolog. 1. Introduction To The Fatigue Problem. experienced scientists interested in the fields of branches like mechanical and process engineering, 2. Laboratory Testing Methods Used In Fatigue. polymer and material science, synthetic chemistry, applied mathematics, theoretical, and computa- 3. Models Used In Fatigue. 4. The Weibull S-N and nanotechnology. It will also serve advanced tional physics. In particular, solids with micro- Field Stress Based Fatigue Model. 5. The Weibull graduate students either as a source of creative structures and particle systems are considered. S-N Field Strain Based Fatigue Model. 6. Damage inspiration or as a textbook for appropriate Accumulation Models. 7. Testing Strategies. 8. courses. Features Examples Of Applications. 9. General Discus- 7 Introduced to the cutting edge Technologies sion, Conclusions And Recommendations. 10. Features 7 Presents research from the interdisciplinary Appendix: Computer Programs. 11. Bibliography. 7 The first book to solely focus on silicon- field from different engineering branches, applied 12. Word Index. containing dendritic polymers 7 An invaluable mathematics, theoretical, and computational guide and vanguard of reference for experienced physics Fields of interest scientists and advanced graduates interested in Materials Science; Mechanical Engineering; Struc- Polymer and Material Sciences Fields of interest tural Mechanics and Mechanics of Mate- Fields of interest rials; Materials Science; Condensed Matter and Target groups Polymer Sciences; Materials Science; Nanotech- Material Sciences Practicing engineers; aeronautical, civil and nology mechanical engineers; laboratory personnel, engi- Target groups neering students, fracture mechanics students, etc. Target groups Researchers and scientists of materials science and Experienced scientists interested in the fields of solid state physics Type of publication polymer and material science, synthetic chemistry, Monograph and nanotechnology; advanced graduate students; Type of publication textbook for appropriate courses Monograph Discount group P Type of publication Discount group Contributed volume P Discount group P

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G. Franz, FH, München, Germany H. Fukuyama, Y. Waseda, Tohoku University, Sendai, P. Heitjans, University of Hannover, Germany; Japan (Eds .) J. Kärger, University of Leipzig, Germany (Eds .) Low Pressure Plasmas and Microstructuring Technology High-Temperature Diffusion in Condensed Measurements of Materials Matter Methods, Materials, Models This monograph presents an up to date perspec- tive of gas discharge physics and its applications Thermophysical properties of high-temperature to various industries. It starts from an overview materials are important from both the scientific This comprehensive, handbook style survey of of the different types of plasmas: DC-discharging, and engineering points of view. This book includes diffusion in condensed matter gives detailed capacitive and inductive radiofrequency coupling, the latest developments in the measurements of insight in diffusion as the process of particle helicon waves, and of course beams. Next, atomic structure, density, surface tension, viscosity, transport due to stochastic movement which is much effort was invested on an appropriate heat capacity, thermal and mass diffusivity, thermal understood and presented as a phenomenon of description of plasma diagnostics which is conductivity, emissivity, and electrical conduc- crucial relevance for a large variety of processes presented on the basis of four important examples. tivity of mainly metallic melts. High-temperature and materials. In this book all aspects of theo- It follows a comprehensive presentation the measurements are difficult due to high chemical retical fundamentals, experimental techniques, modern sputter- and etching processes which are reactivity and fluidity. Some distinctive inventions highlights of current developments and results inevitable for industrial a structuring. One on the experimental techniques such as levitation for solids, liquids and interfaces are presented. particular emphasis is put on reactive processes technique combined with microgravity, synchro- Students and scientists in physics, chemistry, and the corresponding microscopic mechanisms. tron radiation or magnetic field enable high-preci- materials sciencs and biology will benefit from this The book is rich of examples which demonstrate sion measurements. This book is the perfect choice detailed compilation. that structuring processes with low pressure for specialists and nonspecialists eager to plasmas is a high potential technology due to its know the cutting-edge details in this field. Features easy and convenient implantation as well as its 7 Complete, handbook type survey favourable environmental impact. Features 7 Most comprehensive book on high-tempera- From the contents Features ture measurements 7 Highly important for Solids: Diffusion: Introduction and Case Studies 7 Plasma technologies are inevitable for the process control in crystal growth and metallurgical in Metals and Binary Alloys (H. Mehrer).- The microelectronic research and industry – this book processes 7 Deals with established methods Elementary Diffusion Step in Metals Studied by the explains how! 7 First English edition of the 7 A valuable reference for both engineers and Interference of Gamma-rays, X-rays and Neutrons successful, corresponding German book researchers (G. Vogl, B. Sepiol).- Diffusion Studies of Solids by Quasielastic Neutron Scattering (T. Springer, R. E. Fields of interest From the contents Lechner).- Diffusion in Semiconductors (T.Y. Tan, Optical and Electronic Materials; Electronics and 1. Measurement of Structure of High-Temperature U. Gösele).- Diffusion in Oxides (M. Martin).- Microelectronics, Instrumentation; Surfaces and and Undercooled Melts by Using X-Ray Diffrac- Diffusion in Metallic Glasses and Supercooled Interfaces, Thin Films tion Methods Combined with Levitation Tech- Melts (F. Faupel, K. Rätzke).- Interfaces: Fluctua- niques.- 2. Viscosity and Density Measurements of tions and Growth Phenomena in Surface Diffusion Target groups High-Temperature Melts.- 3. Marangoni Flow and Surface Diffusion (M. C. Tringides, M. Hupalo).- Scientists and practitioners of microelectronics Surface Tension of High Temperature Melts.- 4. Grain Boundary Diffusion in Metals (Ch. Herzig, and photonics Diffusion Coefficients of Metallic Melts Measured Y. Mishin).- NMR and Beta-NMR Studies of by Shear Cell Technique under Microgravity Diffusion in Interface-Dominated and Disordered Type of publication and on the Ground.- 5. Thermal Diffusitivity Solids (P. Heitjans, A. Schirmer, S. Indris).- PFG Monograph Measurements of Oxide and Metallic Melts at High NMR Studies of Anomalous Diffusion (J. Kärger, Temperature by the Laser Flash Method. F. Stallmach). Discount group P Fields of interest Fields of interest Materials Science; Metallic Materials; Physics and Condensed Matter and Material Sciences; Physical in Engineering Chemistry

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Chemistry and Materials Science Chemistry and Materials Science Physics and Astronomy Due November 2008 Due November 2008 Due December 2008 2009 . Approx . 215 p . 128 illus . (Advances in Materials 2009 . Approx . 550 p . Hardcover Research, Volume 11) Hardcover 3rd ed . 2009 . Approx . 970 p . 430 illus . Softcover 7 approx. $229.00 7 $189.00 7 $129.00 ISBN 978-3-540-85848-5 ISBN 978-3-540-85917-8 ISBN 978-3-540-72081-2 86 Materials Science Springer News 10/2008 springer.com/booksellers

G. V. Korolyov, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia; H. G. Merkus P. Michler, Universität Stuttgart, Germany (Ed .) M. Mogilevich, Yaroslavl, Russia Particle Size Measurements Single Semiconductor Three-Dimensional Free- Fundamentals, Practice, Quality Quantum Dots Radical Cross-Linked and Hyper-Branched Polymers This book focuses on the practical aspects of This book reviews recent advances in the exciting particle size measurement: a major difference with and rapidly growing field of semiconductor The book discusses the latest developments in existing books, which have a more theoretical quantum dots via contributions from some of the entire field of three-dimensional free-radical approach. Of course, the emphasis still lies on the the most prominent researchers in the scientific polymerization, the scientific and practical aspects measurement techniques. For optimum applica- community. Special focus is given to optical, thereof, as well as the achievements, problems, tion, their theoretical background is accompanied quantum optical, and spin properties of single methods used in the field, and modern develop- by quantitative quality aspects, limitations and quantum dots due to their potential applications in ment trends. The monograph is comprised of nine problem identification. In addition the book covers devices operating with single electron spins and/or chapters and provides 747 references. the phenomena of sampling and dispersion of single photons. This includes single and coupled The book is a necessary reading for both teachers powders, either of which may be dominant in the quantum dots in external fields, cavity-quantum and students because it connects the basics of overall analysis error. Moreover, there are chapters electrodynamics, and single and entangled photon the synthesis of cross-linked and hyper-branched on the general aspects of quality for particle size pair generation. “Single Semiconductor Quantum polymers with their physico-mechanical proper- analysis, quality management, reference materials Dots” also addresses growth techniques to allow ties, and concisely explains practical achievements and written standards, in- and on-line measure- for a positioned nucleation of dots as well as appli- in this branch of polymer chemistry. ment, definitions and multilingual terminology, cations of quantum dots in quantum information and on the statistics required for adequate inter- technologies. Features pretation of results. Importantly, a relation is made 7 First book on the subject comprising the to product performance, both during processing as Features research results of the last 40 years 7 Includes well as in final application. 7 Comprehensive survey of the state of the art in synthesis, mechanism and physico-mechanical In view of its set-up, this book is well suited to quantum dot research 7 Unique integration of properties, thus important for the specialist in new support particle size measurement courses. quantum dot growth, characterization and applica- hightech areas tions to nanoelectronics 7 Both a reference Features work for researchers and a study text for From the contents 7 The essential practical guide to particle size graduate students Microheterogeneous mechanism of three-dimen- analysis techniques 7 Equally useful to experi- sional free-.- Kinetic enced practitioners and novices From the contents features of three-dimensional free-radical 1. Quantum Statistical Properties of the Light polymerization.- “Living” chain three-dimensional From the contents Emission from Quantum Dots in Microcavities.- free-radical polymerization.- Kinetic features of Preface. 1: Introduction. 2: Particle size, size distri- 2. Growth and Control of Optically Active three-dimensional free-radical copolymerization.- butions and shape. 3: Quality aspects in particulate Quantum Dots.- 3. Optical Properties of Epitaxi- Critical conversion ( point) in three-dimen- analysis. 4: Sampling. 5: Dispersion. 6: Overview ally Grown Wide Bandgap Single Quantum Dots.- sional free-radical polymerization.- Properties of of size characterization methods. 7: Microscopy 4. Coherent Electron Spin Dynamics in Quantum cross-linked polymers and . and image analysis. 8: Sieving. 9: Electrical sensing Dots.- 5. Quantum Dot Nuclear Spin Polariza- zone. 10: Laser diffraction. 11: Ultrasound extinc- tion.- 6. Quantum Dot Single-Photon Sources.- Fields of interest tion. 12: . 13: Sedimenta- 7. Entangled Photon Generation by Quantum Polymer Sciences; Physical Chemistry; Character- tion. 14: In- and on-line measurement. 15: Written Dots.- 8. Cavity QED in Quantum Dot: Micropillar ization and Evaluation Materials standards. 16: Reference materials. Cavity Systems.

Target groups Fields of interest Fields of interest Scientists and graduate students in polymer chem- Materials Science; Characterization and Evalua- Nanotechnology; Solid State Physics and Spectros- istry and working in academia; tion Materials; Quality Control, Reliability, Safety copy; Applied , Optoelectronics, Optical scientists and practitioners in industry dealing and Risk Devices with acrylates and methacrylates and oligomers Target groups Target groups Type of publication Users of particle size analysis instrumentation, Scientists, advanced students, academic libraries, Monograph both for research purposes and in industry practitioners

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W. Nolting, Humboldt-University, Berlin, Germany J. Sólyom, Research Inst . for Solid State Physics, V. Y. Topolov, Southern Federal University, Budapest, Hungary Rostov-on-Don, Russia; C. R. Bowen, University Many-Particle Systems of Bath, UK Fundamentals of the Principles and Methods Electromechanical Properties Translated by: W. D. Brewer Physics of Solids Volume 2: Electronic Properties in Composites Based on Ferroelectrics This textbook addresses the special physics of Translated by: A. Piróth many-particle systems, especially those domi- nated by correlation effects. It develops modern “Electromechanical Properties in Composites methods to treat such systems are developed and This book is the second of a single-authored, three- Based on Ferroelectrics” investigates the problem demonstrates their application through numerous volume series that aims to deliver a comprehensive of prediction and non-monotonicity of the effec- appropriate exercises, mainly from the field of and self-contained account of the vast field of tive electromechanical (piezoelectric, dielectric solid state physics. The book is written in a tuto- solid-state physics. It goes far beyond most classic and elastic) properties in two- and three-compo- rial style appropriate for those who want to learn texts in the presentation of the properties of solids nent composites based on ferroelectric ceramics many-body theory and eventually to use this to do and experimentally observed phenomena, along and relaxor-ferroelectric single crystals. The research work in this field. The exercises, together with the basic concepts and theoretical methods book analyzes the interrelations between the with full solutions for evaluating one’s perfor- used to understand them and the essential features electromechanical constants of the components, mance, help to deepen understanding of the main of various experimental techniques. and describes the different analytical schemes aspects of many-particle systems. The first volume deals with the atomic and for averaging the properties of these materials magnetic structure and dynamics of solids, the with different connectivity and microgeometrical Features second with those electronic properties that can be characteristics. The book highlights the advantages 7 Numerous exercises with full solutions understood in the one-particle approximation, and of different methods for predicting the electro- 7 Useful for beginners as well as researchers the third with the effects due to interactions and mechanical properties and choosing the optimum 7 Nolting has bestselling German language text- correlations between electrons. components, and demonstrates the non-trivial book series on This volume is devoted to the electronic properties behavior of specific composite architectures and of metals and semiconductors in the independent- the parameters of value for engineering applica- Contents electron approximation. tions. The book is of benefit to all specialists The Second Quantization.- Many-Body Model looking to understand the detailed behavior and Systems.- Green’s Functions.- Systems of Features electromechanical response of advanced composite Interacting Particle.- Perturbation Theory 7 Complete and comprehensive work 7 No materials. (T = 0).- Perturbation Theory at Finite Tempera- competition tures.- Solutions to the Exercises. Features Contents 7 Fills a gap in piezoelectric materials science and Fields of interest Free-electron model of metals.- Electrons in the describes new trends in the research of hetero- Condensed Matter and Material Sciences; Math- periodic potential of a crystal.- Simple models geneous materials with ferro- and piezo-active ematical and of band structure.- Methods for calculating and components measuring the band structure.- Electronic struc- Target groups ture of semiconductors.- Semiclassical dynamics Fields of interest Students, advanced undergraduate or higher of electrons.- Electrons in strong magnetic Continuum Mechanics and Mechanics of Mate- fields.- Electrons in thermally vibrating lattices.- rials; Materials Science Type of publication Transport phenomena.- Optical properties of Graduate/Advanced undergraduate textbook solids.- Superconductivity.- Transport of carriers Target groups in semiconductor devices.- Quantum mechanical Engineers, postgraduate students, researchers, Discount group perturbation theory.- Second quantization.- and lectures working in the field of ferroelectric, P Canonical Transformation. piezoelectric and related materials

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A. Zribi, Kidde, UTC Fire & Security, Colorado Springs, CO, USA; J. Fortin, Global Research Center, Niskayuna, NY, USA (Eds .) Functional Thin Films and Nanostructures for Sensors Synthesis, Physics and Applications

This book will discuss advances in the area of functional thin films for sensors and novel concepts for future breakthroughs. The focus will be on guidelines and design rules for sensor systems, interaction between functional thin films and other sensor subsystems, fundamentals behind the intrinsic functionality in sensing thin films and nanostructures, state-of-the-art technologies used to develop sensors today and concrete examples of sensor designs. Coverage of nanoscale thin films for sensors includes the following important topics: Funda- mental physics of functional thin films and nanostructures; Synthesis processes of functional thin films; Integration of functional thin films; Applications of functional thin films in sensing.

Features 7 Discusses advances in the area of functional thin films for sensors and novel concepts for future breakthroughs 7 Multidisciplinary coverage of diverse areas of technology and science such as Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Contents Sensor Design Guidelines.- Fundamental Concepts.- Thin-Film Synthetic Techniques and Growth Mechanisms.- Structuring and Integration of Sensitive Materials and Devices.- Applications of Functional Thin Films.- Index.

Fields of interest Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Films; Nanotech- nology; Electronics and Microelectronics, Instru- mentation

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