Fundamentals of Composites Manufacturing : Materials, Methods, and Applications, 2nd Edition, (Includes - DVD)

Title: Fundamentals of Composites Manufacturing : Materials, Methods, and Applications, 2nd Edition, (Includes - DVD)
Author: A. Brent Strong
ISBN: 0872638545 / 9780872638549
Format: Hard Cover
Pages: 620
Publisher: SME
Year: 2008
Availability: 45-60 days

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Focusing on all aspects of composites, "Fundamentals of Composites Manufacturing : Materials, Methods, and Applications" covers the composition, structure, and physical properties of composites. You'll study the manufacturing methods of fiber reinforced plastics and post fabrication techniques, as well as the latest composites applications. Topics include: thermosets, thermoplastics, non-resinous matrices, reinforcements, fiber types, hybrids, physical properties of composites, design principles, environmental effects on composites, manufacturing and inspection techniques, and more.

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Acknowledgments
Preface

Chapter 1 : Introduction to Composites
Chapter 2 : Matrices and their Properties
Chapter 3 : Unsaturated Polyesters
Chapter 4 : Epoxies
Chapter 5 : Speciality and High-Performance Thermosets
Chapter 6 : Thermoplastic Composites
Chapter 7 : Ceramic and Metal Matrix Composites
Chapter 8 : Reinforcement
Chapter 9 : Reinforcement Forms
Chapter 10 : Quality and Testing
Chapter 11 : Composite Design
Chapter 12 : Sandwich Structures,Joints and Post-processing Operations
Chapter 13 : Open Molding of Engineering Composites
Chapter 14 : Open Molding of Advanced Composites
Chapter 15 : Compression Molding
Chapter 16 : Resin Infusion Technologies
Chapter 17 : Filament Winding and Fiber Placement
Chapter 18 : Pultrusion
Chapter 19 : Thermoplastic Composites Processing
Chapter 20 : Damage Prevention and Repair
Chapter 21 : Factory Issues
Chapter 22 : The Business of Composites
Chapter 23 : Composites Applications

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Index