
Covering basic physical concepts experimental methods & applications this book is an indispensable text on the fascinating science of magnetism & an invaluable source of practical reference data Accessible authoritative & assuming undergraduate familiarity with vectors electromagnetism & quantum mechanics this textbook is well suited to graduate courses Emphasis is placed on practical calculations & numerical magnitudes
- from nanoscale to astronomical scale
- focussing on modern applications including permanent magnet structures & spin electronic devices Each self-contained chapter begins with a summary & ends with exercises & further reading The book is thoroughly illustrated with over 600 figures to help convey concepts & clearly explain ideas Easily digestible tables & data sheets provide a wealth of useful information on magnetic properties The 38 principal magnetic materials & many more related compounds are treated in detail