Mechanics of Composite Materials and Structures

Mechanics of Composite Materials and Structures
ISBN-10
0792358708
ISBN-13
9780792358701
Category
Science
Pages
552
Language
English
Published
1999-08-31
Publisher
Springer Science & Business Media
Authors
Carlos A. Mota Soares, Cristóvão M. Mota Soares, Manuel J.M. Freitas

Description

A compact presentation of the foundations, current state of the art, recent developments and research directions of all essential techniques related to the mechanics of composite materials and structures. Special emphasis is placed on classic and recently developed theories of composite laminated beams, plates and shells, micromechanics, impact and damage analysis, mechanics of textile structural composites, high strain rate testing and non-destructive testing of composite materials and structures. Topics of growing importance are addressed, such as: numerical methods and optimisation, identification and damage monitoring. The latest results are presented on the art of modelling smart composites, optimal design with advanced materials, and industrial applications. Each section of the book is written by internationally recognised experts who have dedicated most of their research work to a particular field. Readership: Postgraduate students, researchers and engineers in the field of composites. Undergraduate students will benefit from the treatment of the foundations of the mechanics of composite materials and structures.

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