Smith's Foundations of Materials Science and Engineering, 3/e provides an eminently readable and understandable overview of engineering materials for undergraduate students. The author has carefully updated each chapter to reflect new technologies and materials types being used in industry. Through concise explanations, numerous worked-out examples, a wealth of illustrations & photos, and a brand new set of online resources, the new edition of Smith provides the most student-friendly introduction to the science & engineering of materials. The third edition features expanded chapter problem sets which now include new Design-Oriented Problems involving materials selection factors. Chapter Openers, also new to this edition, immediately engage students in each chapter's content through a highlighted, real-world application. The new Online Learning Center website will contain extensive student and instructor resources.
I just loved glancing through the book. I found William Callister very tough and confusing when i was recommended this book by my Prof.K.Murali. This book is a basic must read one for all who take up GATE Materials Science as it helps you to gain some knowledge apart from clearing the exam. Special mention must be made to the chapters on Mechanical Properties of Matter.