Crystal Growth Processes Based on Capillarity: Czochralski, Floating Zone, Shaping and Crucible Techniques

Crystal Growth Processes Based on Capillarity closely examines crystal growth technologies, like Czochralski, Floating zone, and Bridgman. The up-to-date reference contains detailed technical and applied information, especially on the difficulty of crystal shape control. Including practical examples and software applications, this book provides both theoretical and experimental sections. Edited by a well-respected academic with over twenty-five years of experience in this field, the text is an excellent resource for professionals in crystal growth as well as for students in understanding the fundamentals and the technology of crystal growth.

Nyckelord: Floating zone, Bridgman, crystal shape control, crystal growth, capillarity