Introduction

Elements of Problem-Solving

How to Use This Book

Spectroscopic Techniques: X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy, Auger Electron Spectroscopy, and Ion Scattering Spectroscopy

Compositional Analysis by Auger Electron and X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy

Ion Beam Techniques: Surface Mass Spectrometry

In-Depth Analysis: Methods for Depth Profiling

Ion Beam Effects in Thin Surface Films and Interfaces

Surface Modification by Ion Implantation

Introduction to Scanned Probe Microscopy

Metallurgy

Microelectronics and Semiconductors

Minerals, Ceramics, and Glasses

Composites

Corrosion and Surface Analysis: An Integrated Approach Involving Spectroscopic and Electrochemical Methods

Problem-Solving Methods in Tribology with Surface-Specific Techniques

Catalyst Characterization

Adhesion Science and Technology

Archaeomaterials

Appendix 1: Physical Constants and Conversion Factors

Appendix 2: Data for the Elements and Isotopes

Appendix 3: Less Commonly Used Techniques for Analysis of Surfaces and Interfaces

Appendix 4: Core-Level Binding Energies, Auger Kinetic Energies, and Modified Auger Parameters for Some Chemical Elements in Various Compounds

Appendix 5: Documentary Standards in Surface Analysis: The Way of the Future

Index