Engineering Materials and Metallurgy is a comprehensive textbook that explores the fundamental principles, processes, and applications of materials science and metallurgy in engineering. Carefully structured for students, educators, and professionals, this book bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications, making it a valuable resource for academic study as well as industrial practice. The text begins with the constitution of alloys and phase diagrams, building a foundation for understanding material structures and transformations. It then moves into heat treatment processes, ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, and non-metallic materials such as polymers, ceramics, and composites. The final section delves deeply into mechanical properties, material testing, and failure mechanisms like fatigue, creep, and fracture essential for design and analysis in real-world engineering systems. Each chapter is supported with illustrations, classification charts, process diagrams, and case-based examples, ensuring clarity and retention of key concepts. The book emphasizes both the scientific principles and their engineering implications, highlighting applications in industries such as aerospace, automotive, construction, and manufacturing. Designed primarily for undergraduate students in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Production, and Materials Engineering, this book also serves as a ready reference for researchers, practicing engineers, and industry professionals. By combining depth of coverage with accessibility, it equips readers with the knowledge to select, process, and apply engineering materials effectively in modern technological contexts.
About the Authors’
Mr. R. Prem Kumar, M.E., (PhD) is an Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering, Karpaga Vinayaga College of Engineering and Technology, Chengalpattu. He graduated in Mechanical Engineering at Anna university, Chennai, India. He secured Masters in Manufacturing Engineering at Anna university, Chennai, India. He has more than 09 years of experience in teaching , coordinated NBA &NAAC and research in Field of Composite Materials. In his credit he had published more than 12 research articles in Reputed journals & 5 Patents and a key interest to work with interdisciplinary projects.
Dr. G. Suganya B.E,M.E.,Ph.D is an Associate Professor and the Head of the School of Mechanical Engineering at Perumalpattu, Chennai. She graduated in Production Engineering from Madras University and completed her Master’s degree at Anna University. She earned her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from St. Peter’s University. With over 20 years of experience in teaching and research across various disciplines of Mechanical Engineering, she has contributed to more than 43 national and international conference papers. In addition, she has attended over 60 Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), workshops, and seminars, further enhancing her expertise. Dr. Suganya has successfully conducted 25 events, receiving funding from prestigious organizations like DRDO for her research initiatives. She has been recognized with the Best Faculty Award for her outstanding contributions to education, and she consistently achieves 100% results in her courses, showcasing her dedication to academic excellence. Her work and commitment continue to leave a lasting impact on her students and the academic community.
Mr. Ganeshkumar. KV is an Assistant Professor in Department of Mechanical Engineering, Hindusthan Institute of Technology, Coimbatore. Has 8 years of Academic experience and 2 years of Industrial experience his research interests are Engineering Design, Design and Structural analysis. He completed his Masters in CAD/CAM from Kumaraguru College of Technology. He has about 2 Scopus research publications and 7 National research publications and 2 Design Patents. He has guided about 12 UG projects, out of which 4 Industrial projects. He has written a Laboratory Manual for “Engineering Practices Lab”. His major strength is his great passion for interacting with students; he has wide influence over Department alumni for the past 6 years. He is the Faculty Co-ordinator of Mechanical Engineering Student Association (MESA). As a standing proof he received Institution’s Best Faculty Award “Junior” for the year 2022-23.
Mr. Karthick. P, M.E., (PhD) is an Assistant Professor of Advanced Computing Sciences Department, Academy of Maritime Education and Training (AMET, a Deemed to be University), Chennai. He graduated in Mechanical Engineering at Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Engineering College, Perambalur, Tamilnadu, India. He secured Master of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering at Mahabarathi Engineering College, Chinnasalem, Tamilnadu, India. He has more than 10 years of experience in teaching and research in different subjects of Mechanical Engineering disciplines. He has published 2 Q1 Journals in Anna University Aneexure. He has published 3 books in National Publisher. He has to his credit 5 technical papers published in National and International Journals. He completed VICT course. He has worked as Assistant Professor for more than 10 years and coordinated NBA & NAAC. He has guided many PG & UG projects. His main area of interest includes Composite materials and Manufacturing Engineering.
