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6 -Volume Set
approximately 6000 pages
180 chapters
over 4000 figures
approximately 15,000 references
volume subject indices
cumulative subject index
internationally renowned Editors and authors
Comprehensive Composite Materials provides a unique reference
source for scientists and technologists in the field of composites
research. The six volumes covers key aspects of naturally occurring
and synthetic composite materials, including history, reinforcements,
matrix materials, mechanical properties, physical properties, theory,
structural design, structural analysis, manufacturing processes, quality
assurance, test methods, applications, recycling and disposal. Classes
of materials covered include polymer matrix composites, metal matrix
composites, ceramic matrix composites, carbon/carbon composites,
and cement and concrete composites. Comprehensive Composite
Materials also covers smart materials as they relate to composites,
including process monitoring, embedded sensors and actuators, and
damage detection.
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published July 2000
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Volume 1: Fiber Reinforcements and General Theory of Composites
Summary
This volume begins with an introduction in Chapter 1 by the Editors-in -Chief. They provide an outline of the scope and content of the Work as well
as a historical perspective of composite materials. The bulk of the Volume is devoted to two basic aspects of composites: reinforcement materials
(Chapters 2 -12) and general theories (Chapters 13 -25).
The coverage of reinforcement materials focuses mostly on fiber materials, with one chapter reviewing reinforcements in the form of whiskers and
particulates. Extensive presentations of the state of fiber technology and their performance are given for carbon fibers (polyacrylonitrile and pitch
based), boron fibers, silicon carbide fibers (manufactured by chemical vapor deposition) and organometallic pyrolysis), oxide fibers, aramid fibers, glass
fibers, high density polyethylene fibers, polyamide and polyester fibers, and natural organic fibers.
The coverage of general theories begins with the morphological characterization, and the thermo-elastic and inelastic behaviors of continuous and
discontinuous fiber composites. They form the basis of treatment for lamination theory, and wave propagation in composite plates and shells. These
are then followed by detailed reviews of strength analysis, with a particular emphasis on the statistical approach. The Volume ends with a treatment
of the fracture and toughening mechanisms, and the mechanics of textile structural composites.
Contents
Introduction
Professor A Kelly Dr C Zweben
Polyacrylonitrile (PAN)-based Carbon Fibers
Dr A Shindo
Pitch Precursor Carbon Fibers
Professor R J Diefendorf
Boron and Silicon Carbide Fibers (CVD)
Professor F E Wawner
Silicon Carbide Fibers (Organometallic Pyrolysis)
Dr H Ichikawa* Dr T Ishikawa
Oxide Fibers
Dr M H Berger Professor A R Bunsell*
Whiskers and Particulates
Professor A Parvizi -Majidi
Aramid Fibers
Dr H H Yang
Glass Fiber Reinforcements
Dr D W Dwight
High Performance Polyethylene Fibers
Professor T Peijs Dr M J N Jacobs Dr P J Lemstra
Natural Organic Fibers
Dr H Lilholt* Professor M Lawther
Polyamide and Polyester Fibers
Professor X -C Hu Dr H H Yang*
Micromechanics of Linear Elastic Continuous Fiber Composites
Professor M W Hyer* Professor A M Waas
Thermoelastic Properties of Discontinuous Fiber Composites
Professor H Fukuda* Professor Y Takao
Micromechanics of Inelastic Composite Materials
Professor Y A Bahei -El -Din* Professor G J Dvorak
Nonmechanical Properties of Composites
Dr R E Newnham* Dr J R Giniewicz
Morphological Characterization of Microstructures
Professor R Pyrz
Laminated Plate and Shell Theory
Professor M W Hyer
Wave Propagation in Composite Plates and Shells
Professor S K Datta
Statistical Strength Theory for Fibrous Composite Materials
Professor S L Phoenix* Dr I J Beyerlein
Strength Analysis of Unidirectional Composites and Laminates
Professor C T Sun
Strength of Unnotched Laminates Under Multiaxial Stress
Dr L J Hart -Smith
Finite Elastic Deformation
Professor S -Y Luo
Mechanics of Textile Composites
Dr J-H Byun* Professor T-W Chou
Fracture: Strength and Toughness Mechanisms
Professor A S Argon
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Volume 2: Polymer Matrix Composites
Summary
This volume deals with properties and manufacturing processes of composites with polymeric matrices. Comprehensive treatment is given to properties
of thermosetting resins, thermoplastics and elastomers, and composite systems based on these. Individual chapters are devoted to glass fiber
reinforced plastics, carbon fiber reinforced plastics, aramid fiber reinforced plastics, high density polyethelene composites, hybrids and sandwiches,
and particulate and short -fiber composites. The mechanisms of deformation and failure that are characteristic of these composite systems are then
treated in separate chapters on viscoelasticity and aging, moisture uptake, matrix cracking, delamination and fatigue. Since the properties of
composites are closely related to microstructure, an extensive treatment of microstructural characterization is given.
Depending on the application and the polymeric matrix, thermoset or thermoplastic, a wide range of manufacturing processes exist. Following an
overview of the manufacturing processes, the impregnation and consolidation processes as well as preparation of semifinished products are treated.
Individual chapters are devoted to prepregging and autoclaving, and open mold, compression molding, liquid impregnation and continuous molding
techniques. The practical aspects of joining, machining and repair of composites are then treated. Finally, a variety of topics of importance to
industrial application of composites, such as selection of manufacturing routes and life cycle considerations are discussed.
Contents
Introduction
Professor R Talreja Professor J-A E Månson
Thermosetting Resin - Properties
Professor I K Varma* Professor V B Gupta
Thermoplastics - Properties
Professor J D Muzzy
Cord Reinforced Elastomers
Dr K J Nideröst* Mr M H Walters
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics - Properties
Dr P A Smith
Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastics - Properties
Dr G D Sims* Dr B Broughton
Aramid Fiber Reinforced Plastics -- Properties
Dr M W Wardle
High-density Polyethylene Fiber/Polyethylene Matrix Composites
Professor K Schulte* Dr F von Lacroix
Hybrids and Sandwiches
Dr A Afaghi -Khatibi* Dr L Ye Professor Y -W Mai
Particulate and Short -fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
Professor P K Mallick
Viscoelasticity and Aging of Polymer Matrix Composites
Dr L C Brinson Dr T S Gates
Effects of Fluids on Polymeric Composites - A Review
Professor Y J Weitsman
Matrix Microcracking in Composites
Professor J A Nairn
Delamination of Polymer Matrix Composites: Problems and Assessment Dr N J Pagano* Dr G A Schoeppner
Fatigue of Polymer Matrix Composites
Professor R Talreja
The Application of Morphological Methods to Composite Materials
Professor R Pyrz
Composite Processing and Manufacturing ---An Overview
Professor J-A E Månson* Dr M Wakeman Dr N Bernet
Impregnation and Consolidation Phenomena
Professor A M Sastry
Composite Preforming Techniques
Professor I Verpoest
Processing Principles for Thermoset Composites
Dr Boogh Mr Mezzenga*
Prepregging and Autoclaving of Thermoset Composites
Professor J C Seferis* Dr R W Hillermeier Dr F U Buehler
Open Mold Techniques for Thermoset Composites
Dr D Cripps* Dr J Summerscales Dr T J Searle
Compression Molding of SMCs
Dr M Revellino* L Saggese E Gaiero
Liquid Molding of Thermoset Composites
Professor S Advani* Dr E M Sozer
Continuous Molding Techniques
Mr C Sohl
Processing Principles for Thermoplastic Polymers
Professor E H W Michaeli* Dr M Koschmieder
Compliant Mold Techniques for Thermoplastic Composites
Professor P Mallon* Dr C O'Bradaigh
Compression Molding of Thermoplastic Composites
Professor C D Rudd* Dr M Wakeman
Liquid Molding of Thermoplastic Composites
Dr P -E Bourban
Continuous Molding of Thermoplastic Composites
Professor A G Gibson
Injection Molding Based Techniques
Dr R Brooks
Joining of Composites
Professor J W Gillespie* Dr P -E Bourban Dr J J Tierney
Manufacturing Process Selection for Composite Components
Professor C Rudd* Dr C Johnson
Life Cycle Engineering of Composites
Dr Y Leterrier
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Volume 5: Test Methods, Nondestructive Evaluation and Smart Composites
Summary
Volume 5 deals with three distinct topics: Testing of Composite Materials, Nondestructive Evaluation of Composite Materials, and Smart Composites.
Each section consists of several chapters that treat contemporary topics in each of these topical areas. These chapters were written by experts in
each technical area and each addresses problems associated with the design, testing, inspection, and usage of composite materials. While the
preponderance of examples is based on polymer matrix composites, the techniques discussed are applicable to both metal and ceramic matrix
materials.
These articles represent the state-of -the -art at the end of the 20 th century. Many examples come from research and engineering on military
systems, but the applications of composite materials to consumer goods are discussed where possible. To be useful for future readers, each author
has provided extensive reference material at the end of each chapter. One particular area that deserves note is the recent incorporation of
microelectronic devices into composite structures, giving them electronic functionality. This is of particular significance to the section on smart
materials since in situ sensing, processing and activation, will provide new classes of composite materials whose capability is not yet completely
visualized.
Contents
Introduction
Professor L A Carlsson
Saint -Venant End Effects for Anisotropic Materials
Professor C O Horgan* Professor L A Carlsson
Size Effects in Composites
Professor M R Wisnom
Fiber Test Methods
Professor A R Bunsell* Professor P Schwartz
Fiber--Matrix Interface Tests
Professor L T Drzal* Dr P J Herrera-Franco Dr H Ho
Test Methods for Mechanical Properties
Professor D F Adams
Backing -out Composite Lamina Strengths from Cross-ply Testing
Dr L J Hart -Smith
Durability Testing of Polymer Composites
Dr P Curtis
Test Methods for Physical Properties
Dr M J Parker
Nondestructive Inspection of Composites
Dr R L Crane
Process Control for Composite Manufacture
Dr R Kent
Ultrasonic Inspection of Composites
Professor B Tittmann* Dr R L Crane
Radiographic Inspection of Composites
Mr D J Hagemaier* Dr R L Crane Dr R Fassbender
Acoustic Emission and Composites
Professor M Wevers* Dr M Surgeon
Bond Inspection in Composite Structures
Professor R Pethrick
Dielectric Measurements for Monitoring the Cure of Epoxies and Composite Materials
Professor E S Kolesar
Dielectric Cure Monitoring for Process Control
Dr I Partridge* Dr G Maistros
Thermal Methods Used in Composite Inspection
Professor R L Thomas* Dr L D Favro Dr X Han Dr Z Ouyang
Optical Methods of Inspecting Composites (Holography and Shearography)
Professor S Krishnaswamy
Smart Composite Materials Systems
Professor A Kelly Dr R Davidson* Professor K Uchino
Optical Fiber Sensors for Advanced Composite Materials
Dr C Michie
Piezoelectric Composite Sensors
Dr J Tressler* Professor K Uchino
Smart Composites with Shape Memory Alloys
Dr A L Roytburd* Dr M Wuttig Dr J Slutsker
Piezoelectro Composites
Professor K Uchino
Piezoelectric Composites for Transducer Applications
Professor A Safari* B Jadidian E K Akdogan
Magnetostrictive Composites
Dr A B Flatau* Dr FT Calkins Dr MJ Dapino
Composites with Field-responsive Rheology
Dr M R Jolly* Dr J D Carlson
Optical Fiber Sensor Compatability and Integration with Composite Materials
Dr R Davidson* Dr S Roberts
Actuator Integration
Dr Y Furuya
Shape Control of Composites
Dr A M Baz
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