ABSTRACT

The primary objective of this book is to bridge this gap by presenting the concepts in composites in an integrated and balanced manner and expose the reader to the total gamut of activities involved in composite product development. It includes the complete know-how for development of a composite product including its design & analysis, manufacture and characterization, and testing.The book has fourteen chapters that are divided into two parts with part one describing mechanics, analytical methods in composites and basic finite element procedure, and the second part illustratesr materials, manufacturing methods, destructive and non-destructive tests and design.

part I|454 pages

Introduction, Mechanics, and Analysis

chapter 1|18 pages

Introduction to Composites

chapter 2|58 pages

Basic Solid Mechanics

chapter 3|54 pages

Micromechanics of a Lamina

chapter 4|64 pages

Macromechanics of a Lamina

chapter 5|72 pages

Macromechanics of a Laminate

chapter 7|68 pages

Analytical Solutions for Laminated Plates

chapter 8|56 pages

Finite Element Method

part II|266 pages

Materials, Manufacturing, Testing, and Design