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Mechanics of Composite Materials

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ISBN-10: 0849313430

ISBN-13: 9780849313431

Edition: 2nd 2006 (Revised)

Authors: Autar K. Kaw

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In 1997, Dr. Kaw introduced the first edition of Mechanics of Composite Materials, receiving high praise for its comprehensive scope and detailed examples. He also introduced the groundbreaking PROMAL software, a valuable tool for designing and analyzing structures made of composite materials. Updated and expanded to reflect recent advances in the field, this Second Edition retains all of the features-logical, streamlined organization, thorough coverage, and self-contained treatment-that made the first edition a bestseller.The book begins with a question-and-answer style introduction to composite materials, including updated material on new applications. The remainder of the book discusses…    
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Book details

List price: $160.00
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: CRC Press LLC
Publication date: 11/2/2005
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 490
Size: 6.38" wide x 9.53" long x 1.14" tall
Weight: 1.782
Language: English

Introduction to Composite Materials
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Classification
Polymer Matrix Composites
Metal Matrix Composites
Ceramic Matrix Composites
Carbon-Carbon Composites
Recycling Fiber-Reinforced Composites
Mechanics Terminology
Summary
Key Terms
Exercise Set
References
General References
Video References
Macromechanical Analysis of a Lamina
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Review of Definitions
Stress
Strain
Elastic Moduli
Strain Energy
Hooke's Law for Different Types of Materials
Anisotropic Material
Monoclinic Material
Orthotropic Material (Orthogonally Anisotropic)/Specially Orthotropic
Transversely Isotropic Material
Isotropic Material
Hooke's Law for a Two-Dimensional Unidirectional Lamina
Plane Stress Assumption
Reduction of Hooke's Law in Three Dimensions to Two Dimensions
Relationship of Compliance and Stiffness Matrix to Engineering Elastic Constants of a Lamina
Hooke's Law for a Two-Dimensional Angle Lamina
Engineering Constants of an Angle Lamina
Invariant Form of Stiffness and Compliance Matrices for an Angle Lamina
Strength Failure Theories of an Angle Lamina
Maximum Stress Failure Theory
Strength Ratio
Failure Envelopes
Maximum Strain Failure Theory
Tsai-Hill Failure Theory
Tsai-Wu Failure Theory
Comparison of Experimental Results with Failure Theories
Hygrothermal Stresses and Strains in a Lamina
Hygrothermal Stress-Strain Relationships for a Unidirectional Lamina
Hygrothermal Stress-Strain Relationships for an Angle Lamina
Summary
Key Terms
Exercise Set
References
Matrix Algebra
Key Terms
Transformation of Stresses and Strains
Transformation of Stress
Transformation of Strains
Key Terms
Micromechanical Analysis of a Lamina
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Volume and Mass Fractions, Density, and Void Content
Volume Fractions
Mass Fractions
Density
Void Content
Evaluation of the Four Elastic Moduli
Strength of Materials Approach
Longitudinal Young's Modulus
Transverse Young's Modulus
Major Poisson's Ratio
In-Plane Shear Modulus
Semi-Empirical Models
Longitudinal Young's Modulus
Transverse Young's Modulus
Major Poisson's Ratio
In-Plane Shear Modulus
Elasticity Approach
Longitudinal Young's Modulus
Major Poisson's Ratio
Transverse Young's Modulus
Axial Shear Modulus
Elastic Moduli of Lamina with Transversely Isotropic Fibers
Ultimate Strengths of a Unidirectional Lamina
Longitudinal Tensile Strength
Longitudinal Compressive Strength
Transverse Tensile Strength
Transverse Compressive Strength
In-Plane Shear Strength
Coefficients of Thermal Expansion
Longitudinal Thermal Expansion Coefficient
Transverse Thermal Expansion Coefficient
Coefficients of Moisture Expansion
Summary
Key Terms
Exercise Set
References
Macromechanical Analysis of Laminates
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Laminate Code
Stress-Strain Relations for a Laminate
One-Dimensional Isotropic Beam Stress-Strain Relation
Strain-Displacement Equations
Strain and Stress in a Laminate
Force and Moment Resultants Related to Midplane Strains and Curvatures
In-Plane and Flexural Modulus of a Laminate
In-Plane Engineering Constants of a Laminate
Flexural Engineering Constants of a Laminate
Hygrothermal Effects in a Laminate
Hygrothermal Stresses and Strains
Coefficients of Thermal and Moisture Expansion of Laminates
Warpage of Laminates
Summary
Key Terms
Exercise Set
References
Failure, Analysis, and Design of Laminates
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Special Cases of Laminates
Symmetric Laminates
Cross-Ply Laminates
Angle Ply Laminates
Antisymmetric Laminates
Balanced Laminate
Quasi-Isotropic Laminates
Failure Criterion for a Laminate
Design of a Laminated Composite
Other Mechanical Design Issues
Sandwich Composites
Long-Term Environmental Effects
Interlaminar Stresses
Impact Resistance
Fracture Resistance
Fatigue Resistance
Summary
Key Terms
Exercise Set
References
Bending of Beams
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Symmetric Beams
Nonsymmetric Beams
Summary
Key Terms
Exercise Set
References
Index