Introduction and adhesion theories -- Introduction to surface preparation and adhesion -- Surface tension and its measurement -- Surface and material characterization techniques -- Material surface preparation techniques -- Surface preparation of metals -- Surface preparation of thermoplastics, thermosets, and elastomers -- Characteristics of adhesive materials -- Heat-resistant adhesives -- UV-radiation curing of adhesives -- Adhesives for special adherends -- Adhesives for electronics -- Adhesives for aerospace structures -- Adhesives for medical and dental applications -- Adhesion promoters.