Principles of composite material mechanics

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Gibson, Ronald F.
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Boca Raton, Fla. : Taylor & Francis, ©2012.
EditionThird edition.
SeriesMechanical engineering (Taylor & Francis) ; 218.
Subjects
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9781628709360
1628709367
9781439850053
1439850054
Physical Description1 online resource (xxix, 653 pages) : illustrations

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Table of Contents:
  • 1. Introduction
  • 1.1. Basic Concepts
  • 1.2. Constituent Materials for Composites
  • 1.2.1. Reinforcement Materials, Including Nanoreinforcements
  • 1.2.2. Matrix and Filler Materials
  • 1.3. Structural Applications of Composites
  • 1.4. Multifunctional Applications of Composites
  • 1.5. Fabrication Processes
  • 1.6. Elements of Mechanical Behavior of Composites
  • 1.7. Review of Basic Mechanics of Materials Equations
  • Problems
  • References
  • 2. Lamina Stress-Strain Relationships
  • 2.1. Introduction
  • 2.2. Effective Moduli in Stress-Strain Relationships
  • 2.3. Symmetry in Stress-Strain Relationships
  • 2.4. Orthotropic and Isotropic Engineering Constants
  • 2.5. Specially Orthotropic Lamina
  • 2.6. Generally Orthotropic Lamina
  • Problems
  • References
  • 3. Effective Moduli of a Continuous Fiber-Reinforced Lamina
  • 3.1. Introduction
  • 3.2. Elementary Mechanics of Materials Models
  • 3.2.1. Longitudinal Modulus
  • 3.2.2. Transverse Modulus
  • 3.2.3. Shear Modulus and Poisson's Ratio
  • 3.3. Improved Mechanics of Materials Models
  • 3.4. Elasticity Models
  • 3.4.1. Finite Difference Models
  • 3.4.2. Finite Element Models
  • 3.4.3. Closed-Form and Variational Models
  • 3.5. Semiempirical Models
  • Problems
  • References
  • 4. Strength of a Continuous Fiber-Reinforced Lamina
  • 4.1. Introduction
  • 4.2. Multiaxial Strength Criteria
  • 4.2.1. Maximum Stress Criterion
  • 4.2.2. Maximum Strain Criterion
  • 4.2.3. Quadratic Interaction Criteria
  • 4.3. Micromechanics Models for Lamina Strength
  • 4.3.1. Longitudinal Strength
  • 4.3.2. Transverse Strength
  • 4.3.3. In-Plane Shear Strength
  • 4.3.4. Multiaxial Strength
  • Problems
  • References
  • 5. Analysis of Lamina Hygrothermal Behavior
  • 5.1. Introduction
  • 5.2. Hygrothermal Degradation of Properties
  • 5.3. Lamina Stress-Strain Relationships Including Hygrothermal Effects
  • 5.4. Micromechanics Models for Hygrothermal Properties
  • Problems
  • References
  • 6. Analysis of a Discontinuously Reinforced Lamina
  • 6.1. Introduction
  • 6.2. Aligned Discontinuous Fibers
  • 6.2.1. Stress and Strength Analysis
  • 6.2.2. Modulus Analysis
  • 6.3. Off Axis-Aligned Discontinuous Fibers
  • 6.3.1. Stress and Strength Analysis
  • 6.3.2. Modulus Analysis
  • 6.4. Randomly Oriented Discontinuous Fibers
  • 6.4.1. Stress and Strength Analysis
  • 6.4.2. Modulus Analysis
  • 6.5. Nanofibers and Nanotubes
  • 6.5.1. Stress and Strength Analysis
  • 6.5.2. Modulus Analysis
  • 6.6. Particulates
  • 6.6.1. Stress and Strength Analysis
  • 6.6.2. Modulus Analysis
  • 6.7. Hybrid Multiscale Reinforcements
  • Problems
  • References
  • 7. Analysis of Laminates
  • 7.1. Introduction
  • 7.2. Theory of Laminated Beams
  • 7.2.1. Flexural Stresses and Deflections
  • 7.2.2. Shear Stresses and Deflections
  • 7.3. Theory of Laminated Plates with Coupling
  • 7.4. Stiffness Characteristics of Selected Laminate Configurations
  • 7.4.1. Specially Orthotropic Laminates
  • 7.4.2. Generally Orthotropic Laminates
  • 7.4.3. Symmetric Laminates
  • 7.4.4. Antisymmetric Laminates
  • 7.4.5. Quasi-Isotropic Laminates
  • 7.5. Derivation and Use of Laminate Compliances
  • 7.5.1. Inversion of Laminate Force-Deformation Equations
  • 7.5.2. Determination of Lamina Stresses and Strains
  • 7.5.3. Determination of Laminate Engineering Constants
  • 7.5.4.Comparison of Measured and Predicted Compliances
  • 7.6. Hygrothermal Effects in Laminates
  • 7.6.1. Hygrothermal Degradation of Laminates
  • 7.6.2. Hygrothermal Stresses in Laminates
  • 7.6.3. Laminate Hygrothermal Expansion Coefficients
  • 7.7. Interlaminar Stresses
  • 7.8. Laminate Strength Analysis
  • 7.8.1. First Ply Failure and Subsequent Ply Failures Due to In-Plane Stresses
  • 7.8.2. Delamination Due to Interlaminar Stresses
  • 7.9. Deflection and Buckling of Laminates
  • 7.9.1. Analysis of Small Transverse Deflections
  • 7.9.2. Buckling Analysis
  • 7.10. Selection of Laminate Designs
  • 7.11. Application of Laminate Analysis to Composite Structures
  • 7.11.1.Composite Sandwich Structures
  • 7.11.2.Composite Grid Structures
  • Problems
  • References
  • 8. Analysis of Viscoelastic and Dynamic Behavior
  • 8.1. Introduction
  • 8.2. Linear Viscoelastic Behavior of Composites
  • 8.2.1. Boltzmann Superposition Integrals for Creep and Relaxation
  • 8.2.2. Differential Equations and Spring-Dashpot Models
  • 8.2.3. Quasielastic Analysis
  • 8.2.4. Sinusoidal Oscillations and Complex Modulus Notation
  • 8.2.5. Elastic-Viscoelastic Correspondence Principle
  • 8.2.6. Temperature and Aging Effects
  • 8.3. Dynamic Behavior of Composites
  • 8.3.1. Longitudinal Wave Propagation and Vibrations in Specially Orthotropic Composite Bars
  • 8.3.2. Flexural Vibration of Composite Beams
  • 8.3.3. Transverse Vibration of Laminated Plates
  • 8.3.4. Analysis of Damping in Composites
  • 8.4. Nanoenhancement of Viscoelastic and Dynamic Properties
  • Problems
  • References
  • 9. Analysis of Fracture
  • 9.1. Introduction
  • 9.2. Fracture Mechanics Analyses of Through-Thickness Cracks
  • 9.2.1. Stress Intensity Factor Approach
  • 9.2.2. Strain Energy Release Rate Approach
  • 9.2.3. Virtual Crack Closure Technique
  • 9.3. Stress Fracture Criteria for Through-Thickness Notches
  • 9.4. Interlaminar Fracture
  • 9.5. Nanoenhancement of Fracture Toughness
  • Problems
  • References
  • 10. Mechanical Testing of Composites and Their Constituents
  • 10.1. Introduction
  • 10.2. Measurement of Constituent Material Properties
  • 10.2.1. Fiber Tests
  • 10.2.2. Neat Resin Matrix Tests
  • 10.2.3. Constituent Volume Fraction Measurement
  • 10.3. Measurement of Basic Composite Properties
  • 10.3.1. Tensile Tests
  • 10.3.2.Compressive Tests
  • 10.3.3. Shear Tests
  • 10.3.4. Flexure Tests
  • 10.3.5. Interlaminar Fracture Tests
  • 10.3.6. Fiber/Matrix Interface Tests
  • 10.3.7. Open Hole and Filled Hole Tests
  • 10.3.8. Bearing Tests
  • 10.3.9. Pull-Through Tests
  • 10.4. Measurement of Viscoelastic and Dynamic Properties
  • 10.4.1. Creep Tests
  • 10.4.2. Vibration Tests
  • 10.5. Measurement of Hygrothermal Properties
  • 10.5.1. Glass Transition Temperature Tests
  • 10.5.2. Thermal Expansion Tests
  • 10.5.3. Moisture Absorption Tests
  • Problems
  • References.