This book provides an overview and practical guide to all of the various optical and non-optical microscopy methods used in modern materials science research. The authors use an abundance of specific case studiens to illustration the application of techniques such as 2-D reflection microscopy and convocal laser scanning microscopy to materials characterization. A practical guide to a comprehensive range of computer-aided microscopical techniques, this useful reference text will be of great value to materials scientists, especially those working with composite materials.