Composite Materials in Maritime Structures: Volume 1, Fundamental Aspects

by R. A. Shenoi, J. F. Wellicome

Overview

The two volumes that comprise this work provide a comprehensive guide and source book on the marine use of composite materials. The first volume, Fundamental Aspects, provides a rigorous development of theory. Areas covered include materials science, environmental aspects, production technology, structural analysis, finite-element methods, materials failure mechanisms and the role of standard test procedures. An appendix gives tables of the mechanical properties of common polymeric composites and laminates in marine use. The second volume, Practical Considerations, examines how the theory can be used in the design and construction of marine structures, including boats, submersibles, offshore structures and other deep-ocean installations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780521089937
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	11/13/2008
Series:	Cambridge Ocean Technology Series , #4
Pages:	368
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.90(d)

Table of Contents

Preface; List of authors; 1. A Strategic Overview P. J. Usher; 2. Background to Materials Science G. Niederstadt; 3. Environmental Aspects G. Puccini; 4. Production by Resin Transfer Moulding K. van Harten; 5. An Engineering Approach to the Prediction of Elastic Properties of a Laminate R. A. Shenoi; 6. Mechanics of Orthotrophic Laminae A. H. J. Nijhof; 7. Analysis of Laminated Composites A. H. J. Nijhof; 8. Theory of Sandwich Beams and Plates H. G. Allen; 9. Design of Anistrophic Panels D. W. Chalmers; 10. Finite Element Analysis of Composites R. Damonte; 11. Theoretical Predictions of Failure Mechanisms and Strength P. T. Curtis; 12. Considerations of Failure Theories in Design D. W. Chalmers; 13. Test Procedures and Standards G. D. Sims; Appendix; Index.

Editorial Reviews

"...a good up-to-date introduction to the overview of the composite materials technology for marine engineering. It is good reference material for structural engineers with no background in fiber reinforced plastic materials." Applied Mechanics Review

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