Passivation of Metals and Semiconductors, and Properties of Thin Oxide Layers: A Selection of Papers from the 9th International Symposium, Paris, France, 27 June - 1 July 2005

Passivation of Metals and Semiconductors, and Properties of Thin Oxide Layers contains a selection of papers presented at PASSIVITY-9, the 9th International Symposium on the Passivation of Metals and Semiconductors and the Properties of Thin Oxide Layers, which was held in Paris, 27 June - 1 July, 2005. One hundred and twelve peer-reviewed manuscripts have been included.

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)

Section Headings

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)