Composite Materials: Engineering and Science - Couverture rigide

Matthews, F.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0412559609 ISBN 13 : 9780412559600

Editeur : Chapman and Hall, 1993

Synopsis

The purpose of this text is to provide a basic understanding of the underlying science and the engineering applications of composite materials. It explains how materials with high strength and stiffness, together with low weight and other desirable properties are obtained, and the nature of the different forms of reinforcement (fibrous and particulate), matrix (polymer, metal or ceramic) and their interaction are discussed. Methods of production, typical applications and essential data (physical, chemical and mechanical) are presented and the nature and properties of the reinforcement/matrix interface are dealt with in detail. After a review of basic stress analysis and the properties of matrix algebra, methods of calculating the stiffness and strength of laminates are explained with the aid of numerous worked examples. Short-fibre reinforced, as well as continuous fibre systems are described, as are important engineering issues such as the effects of fatigue (cyclic) loading, environmental exposure, fracture mechanics and impact analysis. The problems associated with designing load carrying joints are discussed and finally methods of non-destructive evaluation, and typical defects encountered with composites are covered in depth. "Composite Materials: Engineering and Science" is based on a long-running course at Imperial College, London and the numerous worked examples combined with a comprehensive set of problems and self assessment questions (with answers) provide a text which should be useful for senior undergraduate and graduate courses in materials science, engineering (aeronautical, mechanical, chemical or civil) and physics. It should also be of use to any designer or professional engineer who is new to composite materials.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

As composite materials gain increasing prominence in engineering applications, it becomes essential for designers and engineers to have a thorough grounding in the various material forms, their production, their benefits, and their limitations. Composite Materials: Engineering and Science helps build the groundwork needed to begin incorporating these remarkable materials-with high strength and stiffness yet low weight-into projects, and effectively exploit their advantages.
The authors, acknowledged experts in the composites community, set forth the underlying science and engineering applications of composite materials. The text discusses the different forms of reinforcement and matrix and their interaction. Although it focuses on the most widely used composites-polymer matrices and fibrous reinforcement-it also addresses metal and ceramic matrix systems. A substantial portion of the text deals with methods for calculating stiffness and strength, and the authors provide worked examples and representative data. The final chapters address the various aspects of mechanical behavior, including toughness, fatigue, impact resistance, and the properties of joints-including toughening mechanisms and repair. The book concludes with a presentation of non-destructive testing methods.
The use and development of composites for engineering purposes will undoubtedly continue to grow, in both applications and importance. Now is the time for engineering professionals to make sure they are not left behind. With its numerous examples and self-assessment questions, Composite Materials: Engineering and Science makes the ideal text for designers and engineers new to the world of composites.

Présentation de l'éditeur

The purpose of this wide-ranging introductory text is to provide a basic understanding of the underlying science as well as the engineering applications of composite materials. It explains how composite materials, with their advantages of high strength with stiffness, together with low weight and other desirable properties are formed and discusses the nature of the different types of reinforcement and matrix – and their interaction. Methods of production, examples of typical applications and essential data are all included.

Composite materials: Engineering and science is based on a successful long running course at Imperial College, London, and the numerous worked examples combined with a comprehensive set of problems and self-assessment questions (with answers) provide an excellent text for senio undergraduate and graduate courses in materials science, engineering and physics. It will also be invaluable to any designer or professional engineer new to the composite materials field.

This is a reissue of a successful and well-regarded textbook originally published in 1994 by Chapman & Hall.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Chapman and Hall
• Date d'édition: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0412559609
• ISBN 13: 9780412559600
• Reliure: Relié
• Langue: anglais
• Nombre de pages: 384
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible