Nine international specialists contribute information about the use of image analysis procedures to evaluate microstructural features. Coverage includes an historical overview of how quantitative image analysis developed; the evolution of current television computer-based analysis systems; the science of stereology; preparation of metallographic specimens for image analysis; the types of measurements which can be made; characteristics of particle dispersions; methods for analysis and interpretation of results; the development of macro programs for specific image analysis applications; and the use of color metallography for image analysis problems. For engineers, scientists and technicians who need to extract quantitative information from material systems. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)