The coherent description of the basic bulk properties of the metal-hydrogen system provided by the text is complemented by extensive compilations of data and literature references, making this volume invaluable to all researchers and students interested in fundamental aspects and technological applications of the metal-hydrogen system.

Zusammenfassung

Metal hydrides are of inestimable importance for the future of hydrogen energy. This unique monograph presents a clear and comprehensive description of the bulk properties of the metal-hydrogen system. The statistical thermodynamics is treated over a very wide range of pressure, temperature and composition. Another prominent feature of the book is its elucidation of the quantum mechanical behavior of interstitial hydrogen atoms, including their states and motion. The important topic of hydrogen interaction with lattice defects and its materials-science implications are also discussed thoroughly. This second edition has been substantially revised and updated.

Inhalt
Hydrogen.- Phase Diagrams and Statistical Thermodynamics of Binary M-H Systems.- Hydrogen in Alloys.- Metal-Hydrogen System Under Extended p, T Conditions.- Atomistic States of Hydrogen in Metals.- Diffusion.- Electronic Structure.