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This book explores the exciting and evolving world of plasma physics in materials manufacturing and processing. From ionized discharges to non-thermal equilibrium plasmas, new phenomena in physics are constantly emerging. Written, organized, and edited by internationally recognized experts, the various chapters delve into diverse issues in plasma science, including new applications at the nanoscale to the development of diagnostic tools and simulations. The interactions between the plasma state and matter, both surface and bulk, as well as gases and liquids, are explored. As electric discharges in plasmas continue to expand towards new horizons, anyone interested in this fascinating field would benefit from this book as an up-to-date and essential resource. Sample Chapter(s) Preface Contents: Non-equilibrium Plasmas in Gases at Atmospheric Pressure (Luca Matteo Martini, Giorgio Dilecce and Paolo Tosi) Plasma Processes for the Surface Engineering of Polymers (Fabio Palumbo, Fiorenza Fanelli, Antonella Milella, Pietro Favia and Francesco Fracassi) The Methods of Streamer Formation in/on Dielectric and Conductive Liquids (Yuri Akishev) Plasmas as Sources of Nanostructured Materials: Plasma-Assisted Supersonic-Jet Deposition (S Caldirola, H E Roman and C Riccardi) Readership: Researchers in low energy plasma physics, both basic and applied research.

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