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MANE-4130

Analysis and Design of Composite Structures

Overview of composite materials technology and applications. Concepts of solid mechanics. Constitutive equations of anisotropic thermo-elasticity. Micromechanics of fibrous and particulate systems. Lamination theory: In-plane and out-of-plane response of symmetric and non-symmetric laminated plates. Thermal and hygrothermal effects. Test methods. Interlaminar stresses. Failure and damage. Joining of laminates. Laminated tubes. Design examples. Prerequisite: ENGR-2530. Spring term annually.

3 credit hours
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