Recent advances in the fields of materials and testing have introduced hundreds of new concepts and terms. This new second edition of the Dictionary of Materials and Testing, the first materials and testing dictionary developed specifically for engineers, emphasizes "engineered" materials that can withstand stress or unusual environments for an extended period of time.

The Dictionary of Materials and Testing covers:

* Metals
* Welding Materials
* Composites
* Polymers
* Plastics
* Adhesives
* Lubricants

New to this Edition
Technical terms from related fields, including computer-related language, and computer hardware and software technology applicable to testing, have also been added to this new edition.