E033 The wonderful world of metals

S.Ye. Kondratyuk, O.L. Geller

NAS of Ukraine, Physical and Technological Institute of Metals and Alloys. — K.: Akademperiodyka, 2015. — 204 p.: fig. — ISBN 978-966-360-303-2

The book introduces the reader to interesting historical facts and legends about the discovery and development of metals and alloys processing technology and the founders of the science of metals. Popularly, on a modern scientific level, metals - the foundation of civilization – are described. Considerable attention is paid to the achievements and innovations of modern technology and the prospects for the use of metallic materials.

The publication is intended for a wide circle of readers. It is also useful for teachers and professors of technical specialties of secondary and higher educational institutions.