Bücher von Samson Jerold Samuel Chelladurai

Composite materials consist of two or more materials which are distinct in physical and chemical properties. The major constituent is matrix and reinforcements have been added to improve the mechanical properties of composites. Matrix is continuous phase in composites which transfer loads to the reinforcements during the application of load. Reinforcements in the form of particles, fibers, whiskers have been added in matrix which significantly improves the mechanical properties and wear resistance. Hence metal matrix composites have been widely used in automotive, aerospace, marine and defense applications.

Epoxy-based composites are used in automotive and aerospace applications because of their high strength-to-weight ratio, high stiffness-to-weight ratio, and good resistance to wear and corrosion. This book presents research on epoxy-based composites and their applications. It explains methods of preparing and testing these composites, including the hand lay-up technique, compression molding, and others. This book is useful for industrialists, undergraduate and postgraduate students, research scholars, and scientists.