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This book balances introduction to the basic concepts of the mechanical behavior of composite materials and laminated composite structures. It covers topics from micromechanics and macromechanics to lamination theory and plate bending, buckling, and vibration, clarifying the physical significance of composite materials. In addition to the materials covered in the first edition, this book includes more theory-experiment comparisons and updated information on the design of composite materials.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• 1 Introduction to Composite Materials
• 2 Macrochemical Behavior of a Lamina
• 3 Micromechanical Behavior of a Lamina
• 4 Macromechanical Behavior of a Laminate
• 5 Bending, Buckling, and Vibration of Laminated Plates
• 6 Other Analysis and Behavior Topics
• 7 Introduction to Design of Composite Structures
• Appendix A Matrices and Tensors
• Appendix B Maxima and Minima of Functions of a Single Variable
• Appendix C Typical Stress-Strain Curves
• Appendix D Governing Equations for Beam Equilibrium and Plate Equilibrium, Buckling, and Vibration
• Index

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CHOICE Review

This new edition (1st ed., CH, Jun'75) introduces the basic behavior of composite materials and includes sections devoted to stress-strain relationships, stiffness, axial behavior, and bending. Jones provides comprehensive coverage intended to give graduate-level engineering students or practitioners an introduction to the vast field of composites. Strength and stiffness of composites are presented from both micromechanical and macromechanical perspectives, with comparisons between actual and predicted results. The author strives to present fundamental theory as a tool to predict behavior, although he acknowledges the differences between theory and reality. The book concludes with a chapter on the design of composite structures. Jones discusses the iterative nature of design and addresses factors that influence the optimization process. Examples of optimizing the selection of specific materials relative to fabrication and assembly costs are provided as exposure to the design process. Figures and examples assist the comprehension of the material. Graduates through professionals. T. Burns Cincinnati State Technical and Community College