Practical Analysis of Aircraft Composites is a comprehensive guide to the analysis of composite aircraft materials,combining theory with proven practical approaches. Invaluable to both practicing professionals and academics, Practical Analysis of Aircraft Composites covers a wide variety of topics including:
Basic mechanics of composite materials
Principles of Classical Laminate Theory
Unnotched strength prediction and notched strength prediction
Analysis methods for mechanically fastened joints
Bonded joint analysis for both metal and composite adherends
Stability solutions for laminated plates and built-up structures
Composite beams and sandwich structures
Unique mechanical properties of composites
Structural requirements and structural substantiation for aircraft composites
Practical aspects for Durability and Damage Tolerance (DaDT)
Standard design practices for laminates, joints, and sandwich structures