This book provides an in-depth exploration of the high-temperature thermophysical properties of the liquid state of metals essential for aerospace and nuclear applications. It begins by tracing the development of rapid electrical pulse heating, offering insights into its historical context and methodological nuances. Subsequent chapters delve into experimental investigations on key metals, including zirconium (Zr), hafnium (Hf), iron (Fe), gadolinium (Gd), tantalum (Ta), and tungsten (W), across the solid-to-liquid phase transition. Topics covered include thermal expansion, density, resistivity measurements, and phenomena such as explosive electron emission under nanosecond heating. In addition, it presents extensive and detailed tabular data on liquid-state metal thermophysical properties from original research previously unavailable in English. In sum, this book offers a rigorous examination of high-temperature metal properties, making it an indispensable resource for researchers, engineers, and students engaged in aerospace and nuclear disciplines.

Alexander Ivanovich Savvatimskiy is a distinguished scientist holding a Doctor of Sciences degree, with a significant contribution to the field of high-temperature metal research. Based at the Joint Institute for High Temperatures RAS, his expertise lies in the thermophysical properties of metals crucial for aerospace and nuclear applications.

Victor Nikolaevich Korobenko, Ph.D., is a researcher at the Joint Institute for High Temperatures RAS, specializing in high-temperature phenomena and experimental techniques. His work focuses on elucidating the thermodynamic and mechanical properties of metals under extreme conditions, particularly in the context of rapid electrical pulse heating.