Passivation of Metals and Semiconductors, and Properties of Thin Oxide Layers

The book covers all the fundamental and applied aspects of passivity and provides a relevant and updated view of the advances and new trends in the field. It is structured in ten sections:


. Growth, (Nano)structure and Composition of Passive Films

. Passivity of Semiconductors

. Electronic Properties of Passive Films

. Passivity Issues in Biological Systems

. Passivity in High-Temperature Water

. Mechanical Properties of Passive Films,
. Passivity Issues in Stress Corrosion Cracking and Tribocorrosion

. Passivity Breakdown and Localized Corrosion

. Modeling and Simulation

. Surface Modifications and Inhibitors (for Improved Corrosion Resistance and/or Adhesion)