Introduction To Composite Materials Design, Second Edition / Edition 2

Book Details

• Author: Ever J. Barbero

• Binding: Paperback

• Release Date: 1st December 2010

• ISBN: 9781420079159

• Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.7 x 1.0 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book
Introduction to Composite Materials Design, Second Edition by Ever J. Barbero is a significantly improved version of the bestselling first edition. This comprehensive textbook is updated with state-of-the-art advances in knowledge and design methods that have occurred over the last decade. It remains accessible to readers with a senior undergraduate-level understanding of mathematics and mechanics, making it ideal for self-study.

The second edition introduces several new topics and thoroughly revises previous sections. Notable updates include new background material on design for reliability and fracture mechanics, as well as the inclusion of modern fibers such as carbon nanotubes, Basalt, and Vectran. It also provides updated insights into polymer matrices and new fiber forms like textiles and fabrics, alongside additional information on Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Molding (VARTM).

The book includes a revised and expanded treatment of unidirectional-lamina properties, along with the most advanced prediction and design methodologies for material failure, such as the Mohr-Coulomb criterion and in situ strength. It also offers a detailed analysis of damage mechanics in laminated composites, considering major damage modes like longitudinal tension and compression, transverse tension, in-plane shear, and transverse compression.

Additionally, the book presents expanded coverage of thin-walled beams, including new examples and MATLAB® code. The author also addresses the external strengthening of reinforced concrete structures subjected to axial and bending loads. Throughout the text, 78 fully developed examples illustrate the application of the analysis techniques and design methods, making this textbook a valuable resource for students, engineers, and professionals in the field of composite materials design.