Capturing the essence of current trends, markets, design tools and technologies in the field of crystal growth, these internationally acclaimed expert editors have put together a handy reference tailor-made for readers facing the threshold challenges between research and industrial applications.
Following a look at general aspects, the book is divided into relevant parts looking at the simulation of industrial growth processes, compound semiconductors, halide and oxide crystals, and crystal machining, as well as the potential of crystal growth for sustaining energy.
With many figures, tables and schemes, this book is a must-have for industrial and research chemists, physicists and engineers.