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Performance prediction is an important factor in ensuring the correct design specification of composite materials. The book provides an introduction to a technique which is increasingly being used as an analytical tool for composite materials. Based on a course of lectures run by Imperial College of Science, Technology & Medicine, University of London , the book covers all the essential characteristics of composite materials with the emphasis throughout on long fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) matrix composites. The basic behaviour of FRP and the application of FE to FRP are discussed. In addition, a number of particular situations such as holes and free edges are presented, with FE results set alongside classical analysis and experimental data.
The text is presented in four parts: Part I sets the scene and reviews the fundamentals of composite materials together with the basic nature of FRP and its constituents. Two-dimensional stress-strain is covered, as is laminated plated theory and its limitations. Part II reviews the basics of FE analysis, starting with underlying theoretical issues and going on to develop a method to show how elements are derived, a model is generated and results are processed. Part III builds on the basics of FE analysis presented in Part II. Consideration is given to the particular issues that arise when applying finite elements to composites, presenting analytical models alongside FE representations. Specific issues addressed include interlaminar stresses, fracture, delamination, joints and fatigue.
ISBN: 1 85573 422 2
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Pages : 224
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