The book provides an introduction to the mechanics of composite materials, written for graduate students and practitioners in industry. It examines ways to mode
Composites are used extensively in engineering applications. A constant concern is the effect of foreign object impacts on composite structures because signific
The papers contained herein were presented at the Sixth International Conference on Composite Structures (ICCS/6) held at Paisley College, Scotland in September
Presents the latest strategies in the development and use of composite materials for large structures and the effects of defects Practical Design and Validation
The advantages of composite materials include a high specific strength and stiffness, formability, and a comparative resistance to fatigue cracking and corrosio