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1 online resource (x, 214 pages) : illustrations |
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| Series |
Woodhead Publishing Series in Composites Science and Engineering |
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Woodhead Publishing series in composites science and engineering.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Print version record. |
| Summary |
Finite element modelling of composite materials and structures provides an introduction to a technique which is increasingly being used as an analytical tool for composite materials. The text is presented in four parts:Part one sets the scene and reviews the fundamentals of composite materials together with the basic nature of FRP and its constituents. Two-dimensional stress-strain is covered, as is laminated plated theory and its limitations. Part two reviews the basic principles of FE analysis, starting with underlying theoretical issues and going on to show how elements are derived, a model is generated and results are processed. Part three builds on the basics of FE analysis and considers the particular issues that arise in applying finite elements to composites, especially to the layered nature of the material. Part four deals with the application of FE to FRP composites, presenting analytical models alongside FE representations. Specific issues addressed include interlaminar stresses, fracture delamination, joints and fatigue. This book is invaluable for students of materials science and engineering, and for engineers and others wishing to expand their knowledge of structural analysis. Covers important work on finite element analysis of composite material performanceBased on material developed for an MSc course at Imperial College, London, UKCovers particular problems such as holes, free edges with FE results compared with experimental data and classical analysis. |
| Contents |
Front Cover; Finite Element Modelling of Composite Materials and Structures; Copyright Page; Table of Contents; Preface; Authors; Acknowledgement; Part I: Overview and review of composite materials; Chapter 1. Overview; 1.1 Composite materials; 1.2 Structural analysis; Chapter 2. Fundamentals of composites; 2.1 Basic characteristics; 2.2 Fibres and matrices; 2.3 Summary; 2.4 Reference; Chapter 3. Stiffness and strength of composites; 3.1 Stiffness of unidirectional composites and laminates; 3.2 Micromechanics of unidirectional composites. |
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3.3 Strength of unidirectional composites and laminates3.4 Application to structures; 3.5 Summary; 3.6 References; Part II: Fundamentals of finite element analysis; Chapter 4. Fundamentals of finite element analysis; 4.1 Basic theoretical foundations; 4.2 Principle of virtual displacements; 4.3 An arbitrary structure; 4.4 Finite element approximations; 4.5 Brick, beam, plate and shell elements; 4.6 Model generation; 4.7 Solution procedures; 4.8 Results verification; 4.9 Summary; 4.10 Reference; Part III: Finite elements applied to composite materials. |
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Chapter 5. Composites and finite element analysis5.1 Elements used for composite laminate analysis; 5.2 Accuracy of the finite element solution; 5.3 Other modelling techniques useful for composite analysis; 5.4 Changes of mesh density; 5.5 Modelling of composite materials; 5.6 Examples of finite element composite analysis; 5.7 Effect of lay-up on plate response; 5.8 Summary; Chapter 6. Definition of composite materials in finite element analysis; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Geometry and topology; 6.3 Fibre orientation; 6.4 Volume fraction and ply thickness variations; 6.5 Laminate ply drop-off. |
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6.6 Modelling real structures6.7 Non-linearities in composite analysis; 6.8 Failure models; 6.9 Determination of energy release rates; 6.10 Crack propagation modelling; 6.11 Micromechanical models using finite element analysis; 6.12 Smart composites: the inclusion of piezo-electric effects; 6.13 Summary; 6.14 References; Part IV: Analytical and numerical modelling; Chapter 7. Interlaminar stresses and free-edge effects; 7.1 Introduction; 7.2 Development of classical analysis; 7.3 Finite element analysis of straight edges; 7.4 Finite element analysis of curved edges; 7.5 Summary. |
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7.6 ReferencesChapter 8. Fracture and fracture mechanics; 8.1 Introduction; 8.2 Crack tip behaviour in homogeneous solids; 8.3 Crack extension in composites; 8.4 Application of fracture mechanics to composites; 8.5 Progressive failure models; 8.6 Summary; 8.7 References; Chapter 9. Delamination; 9.1 Introduction; 9.2 A continuum model; 9.3 Two-dimensional finite element analysis; 9.4 Discussion of VCC results; 9.5 Finite element analysis using interface elements; 9.6 Summary; 9.7 References; Chapter 10. Joining; 10.1 Introduction; 10.2 Adhesively bonded joints. |
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Composite materials -- Mathematical models.
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Finite element method.
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Polymeric composites -- Mathematical models.
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Fibrous composites -- Mathematical models.
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Composites -- Modèles mathématiques.
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Méthode des éléments finis.
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Composites polymères -- Modèles mathématiques.
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Composites à fibres -- Modèles mathématiques.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Material Science.
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Composite materials -- Mathematical models.
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Finite element method.
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Polymeric composites -- Mathematical models.
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Fibrous composites -- Mathematical models.
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Composite materials -- Mathematical models
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Fibrous composites -- Mathematical models
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Finite element method
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Polymeric composites -- Mathematical models
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| Added Author |
Matthews, F. L.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Finite element modelling of composite materials and structures. Boca Raton, FL : CRC Press ; Cambridge, England : Woodhead Pub., 2000 0849308461 1855734222 (DLC) 00031152 (OCoLC)43936801 |
| ISBN |
1855738929 (electronic bk.) |
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9781855738928 (electronic bk.) |
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0849308461 |
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9780849308468 |
| Standard No. |
AU@ 000055605347 |
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DEBBG BV042316844 |
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DEBSZ 414258436 |
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GBVCP 801098629 |
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NZ1 12039803 |
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NZ1 15582528 |
