In this new edition, Kou (science and engineering, U. of Wisconsin) incorporates extensive revisions and includes sharper photomicrographs and line drawings; integration of the phase diagram, thermal cycles, and kinetics with the microstructure to explain microstructural development and defect formation in welds; and additional exercise problems. Topics include introductory material (fusion welding processes, heat and fluid flow, chemical reactions, and residual stresses, distortion and fatigue), and the fusion, partially melted, and heat-affected zones. Illustrated with b&w images. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)