This book provides an overview of the thermal analysis of inorganic materials and presents a large number of practical examples. The main techniques used for sample measurements are differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), thermomechanical analysis (TMA), and dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA). In special cases, combined techniques such as evolved gas analysis have also been employed. Thermal analysis is widely used in raw materials testing and quality assurance / quality control in production processes. This book provides an excellent supporting resource to both beginners and more experienced practitioners working in this field, including researchers, scientists, and lab technicians in both academia and industry, including those working in central testing labs and in quality control.

Application-oriented help for anyone interested in the practical aspects of thermal analysis of inorganic materials Provides an overview of the most important testing techniques such as differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), thermomechanical analysis (TMA), and dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) with examples of their application Also includes combined techniques for special cases The case study-based approach helps develop practical judgment and skills, even for experienced analysts who want to learn new techniques Unrivaled book

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Dr. Angela Hammer is a Thermal Analysis Application Specialist at Mettler-Toledo International, Inc., Switzerland. She coordinated the writing of this book with support from several colleagues in the Materials Characterization Support Group at Mettler-Toledo, and from industry and academic experts elsewhere.

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Part 1: Thermal Analysis Techniques What Is Thermal Analysis? Material Groups, Effects and Methods Kinetics of Chemical Reactions Application Examples: Basic Effects Measured by DSC Basic TGA Effects of Inorganic Materials Basic TMA Effects of Inorganic Materials Part 2: Applications for Different Fields Minerals Metals Construction Materials Ceramics Carbon Glasses Chemicals Catalysts and Nanomaterials Energy Storage Various