Principles of Composite Material Mechanics

By Ronald F. Gibson

Book Overview

Principles of Composite Material Mechanics, Third Edition presents a unique blend of classical and contemporary mechanics of composites technologies. While continuing to cover classical methods, this edition also includes frequent references to current state-of-the-art composites technology and research findings. New to the Third Edition Many new worked-out example problems, homework problems, figures, and references An appendix on matrix concepts and operations Coverage of particle composites, nanocomposites, nanoenhancement of conventional fiber composites, and hybrid multiscale composites Expanded coverage of finite element modeling and test methods Easily accessible to students, this popular bestseller incorporates the most worked-out example problems and exercises of any available textbook on mechanics of composite materials. It offers a rich, comprehensive, and up-to-date foundation for students to begin their work in composite materials science and engineering. A solutions manual and PowerPoint presentations are available for qualifying instructors.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1439850054
• ISBN13: 9781439850053
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 683 Pages
• Weight: 2.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.2" x 9.3"