Background
Birks, Neil was born on October 16, 1935 in Sheffield, England. Came to the United States, 1978. Son of Henry and May (Street) Birks.
(A straightforward treatment describing the oxidation proc...)
A straightforward treatment describing the oxidation processes of metals and alloys at elevated temperatures. This 2006 second edition retains the fundamental theory but incorporates advances made in understanding degradation phenomena. The first half provides an authoritative introduction to the basic principles, covering thermodynamics and mechanisms of high temperature corrosion of metals and alloys. The latter half extends the discussion to oxidation processes in complex systems, from reactions in mixed environments to protective techniques, including coatings and atmosphere control. The authors provide a logical and expert treatment of the subject, producing a revised edition that will be a comprehensive guide to material scientists and engineers requiring an understanding of this elementary process.
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consultant metallurgical engineering educator
Birks, Neil was born on October 16, 1935 in Sheffield, England. Came to the United States, 1978. Son of Henry and May (Street) Birks.
Bachelor Metropolitan with honours, Sheffield University, 1957. Doctor of Philosophy in Metallurgy, Sheffield University, 1960.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization research fellow, Max Planck Institute, Gottingen, Federal Republic Germany, 1960-1962; research investigator, United Steel Companies, Sheffield, 1962-1964; lecturer metallurgy, U. Sheffield, 1964-1972; senior lecturer, U. Sheffield, 1972-1978; professor metallurgical engineering, U. Pittsburgh, 1978-1998; professor emeritus, U. Pittsburgh, since 1999. Consultant in metallurgy, Pittsburgh, 1978-1998.
(A straightforward treatment describing the oxidation proc...)
Fellow American Society Metals International, Institute Materials London. Member American Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum Engineers.
Married Mary Potts; children: Jane C., David J.