Composite structures: analysis and design
R Jones
4 points * 26 lectures, 26 tutorial/practical class hours * Semester two * Clayton *
This subject presents both fundamental and advanced topics for the design of composite structural components. The topics to be discussed include anisotropic elasticity, laminated composites, plates and shells, failure criteria, bearing failures and bearing bypass interaction, notch effects, the joining of composites to both composites and metals, damage tolerance and durability and repair technology.
Assessment
Examination (3 hours): 80% * Tutorials and laboratory work: 20%