Chapter 2
Investigation of the Deformation Behavior of Epoxy-based Compostie Materials
Author(s) : Hind Abdellaoui, Marya Raji, Rachid Bouhfid, Abou el kacem Qaiss
2.1. Introduction
2.2. Thermosetting matrix: epoxy
2.3. Mechanisms of rupture and damage of composites based on epoxy
2.4. Epoxy reinforced composites
2.5. Rupture criteria
2.6. Conclusion
References
Chapter 3
Effects of Strain Rate on Failure Mechanisms and Energy Absorption in Polymer Composites
Author(s) : M.R. Nurul Fazita, H.P.S. Abdul Khalil, A.Nor Amira Izzati, Samsul Rizal
3.1. Introduction
3.2. Energy absorption capability
3.3. Failure mechanisms
3.4. Strain rate
3.5. The effect of strain rate on the failure mechanisms and energy absorption
3.6. Conclusions
References
Chapter 4
Bolted joint Behavior of Hybrid Composites
Author(s) : Ng Lin Feng, Sivakumar Dhar Malingam, Siva Irulappasamy
4.1. Introduction
4.2. Overview of hybrid composite materials
4.3. Structural applications of bolted joint
4.4. Factors influencing the bearing strength of hybrid composites
4.5. Failure analysis of hybrid composite due to bolted joint
4.6. Conclusions
References
Chapter 5
Failure Analysis and The Optimal Toughness Design of Sheep–Wool reinforced Epoxy Composites
Author(s) : K.N. Bharath, G.B. Manjunatha, K. Santhosh
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Experimental details
5.3. Results and discussion
5.4. Linear regressions
5.5. Conclusion
References
Chapter 6
Edge Crack Effect on Tensile Behavior of Diversified Wood Particulate Composites
Author(s) : Nadendla Srinivasababu
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Discarded particulate natural fiber materials
6.3. Preparation of particulate composites and testing
6.4. Results and discussion
6.5. Conclusions
References
Chapter 7
Investigation of Mechanical Testing on Hybrid Composite Materials
Author(s) : Mohd Hafizal Hamidon, M.T.H. Sultan, Ahmad Hamdan Ariffin
7.1. Introduction
7.2. Methodology
7.3. Failure analysis on tensile and compression
7.4. Conclusions
References
Chapter 8
Cracks, Microcracks, and Fracture Toughness of Polymer Composites: Formation, Testing Method, Nondestructive Detection, and Modifications
Author(s) : M.A.A zmah Hanim, Dermot Brabazon, M.S.J. Hashmi
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Formation of cracks and microcracks in polymeric composites
8.3. Fracture mechanics in polymeric composites
8.4. Detection of cracks and microcracks using the nondestructive testing method in a polymeric composite
8.5. Current modifications to improve fracture toughness for polymeric composites
8.6. Conclusion
References
Chapter 9
Shape Memory Polymer and Its Composites as Morphing Materials
Author(s) : M.H. Mat Yazik, M.T.H.Sultan
9.1. Introduction
9.2. Concept of shape memory polymer
9.3. History of shape memory polymer
9.4. Reinforcement of shape memory polymer (SMP)
9.5. Applications of shape memory polymer (SMP)/shape memory polymer composites (SMPC)
9.6. Conclusion
References
Chapter 10
Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM) Composites: Mechanical Behavior and Application to Masonry Walls
Author(s) : Fulvio Parisi, Costantino Menna, Andrea Prota
10.1. Introduction
10.2. Mechanical behavior of FRCM composites
10.3. Mechanical behavior of masonry walls with FRCM strengthening
10. 4. Conclusions
References
Chapter 11
Failure Analysis in Hybrid Composites prepared Using Industrial Wastes
Author(s) : V. Arumugaprabu, Tae Jo Ko, M. Uthayakumar, R. DeepakJoel Johnson
11.1. Introduction
11.2. Materials and methods
11.3. Mechanical performance studies on the hybrid composites
11.4. Effect of industrial waste-filled hybrid composites on the mechanical performance
11.5. Failure analysis of the hybrid composites with industrial wastes
11.6. Conclusions
References
Index