MPIF has released Fundamentals of Powder Metallurgy by Leander F. Pease III and William G. West. This new book is a great introduction to the field of powder metallurgy (P/M). Those who are new to the field, as well as seasoned professionals, will benefit from this fresh look at the process and products of P/M. Chapters include:
  • Why is Powder Metallurgy Important?
  • Visual Basics – A Quick Tour of P/M
  • Metal Powder Properties and Production
  • Compaction
  • Sintering
  • Repressing
  • Secondary Machining
  • Heat Treating of P/M Parts
  • Secondary Operations
  • Standards for Powder Metallurgy
  • Quality Assurance
  • Other P/M Forming Operations
  • Case Histories
  • A Brief History of P/M
  • P/M Genealogy
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