Physical Properties of Diamond and Sapphire by Roshan L. Agga... - 9781032178202

Physical Properties of Diamond and SapphireAuthor(s): Roshan L. Aggarwal, Anant K. Ramdas\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: CRC Press\nISBN-13: 9781032178202, 978-1032178202\nSynopsis\nFocusing on the physical properties of diamond and sapphire, this monograph provides readers with essential details on crystal structure and growth, mechanical properties, thermal properties, optical properties, light scattering of diamond and sapphire crystals, and sapphire lasers. \n\nVarious physical properties are comprehensively discussed: Mechanical properties include hardness, tensile strength, compressive strength, and Youngs modulus. Thermal properties include thermal expansion, specific heat, and thermal conductivity. Optical properties of diamond and sapphire include transmission, refractive index, and absorption. Light scattering includes Raman scattering and Brillouin scattering. Sapphire lasers include chromium-doped and titanium-doped laser.