This book presents topics on the basics of materials selection and
design which will give a better understanding on the selection methods
and then find suitable materials for the applications. This book draws
the simple and straightforward quantitative methods followed by
knowledge-based expert system approach with real and tangible case
studies to show how undergraduate or post-graduate students or engineers
can apply their knowledge on materials selection and design. Topics
discussed in this book contain special features such as illustration,
tables and tutorial questions for easy understanding. A few published
books or documents are available, hence this book will be very useful
for those who use (or want to use) materials selection approach without
the advantages of having had comprehensive knowledge or expertise in
this materials' world.