Principles of Composite Material Mechanics, Third Edition presents a unique blend of classical and contemporary mechanics of composites technologies. While continuing to cover classical methods, this edition also includes frequent references to current state-of-the-art composites technology and research findings. New to the Third Edition Many new worked-out example problems, homework problems, figures, and references An appendix on matrix concepts and operations Coverage of particle composites, nanocomposites, nanoenhancement of conventional fiber composites, and hybrid multiscale composites Expanded coverage of finite element modeling and test methods Easily accessible to students, this popular bestseller incorporates the most worked-out example problems and exercises of any available textbook on mechanics of composite materials. It offers a rich, comprehensive, and up-to-date foundation for students to begin their work in composite materials science and engineering. A solutions manual and PowerPoint presentations are available for qualifying instructors.

Table of Contents:
Introduction Basic Concepts Constituent Materials for Composites Structural Applications of Composites Multifunctional Applications of Composites Fabrication Processes Elements of Mechanical Behavior of Composites Review of Basic Mechanics of Materials Equations Lamina Stress–Strain Relationships Introduction Effective Moduli in Stress–Strain Relationships Symmetry in Stress–Strain Relationships Orthotropic and Isotropic Engineering Constants The Specially Orthotropic Lamina The Generally Orthotropic Lamina Effective Moduli of a Continuous Fiber-Reinforced Lamina Introduction Elementary Mechanics of Materials Models Improved Mechanics of Materials Models Elasticity Models Semiempirical Models Strength of a Continuous Fiber-Reinforced Lamina Introduction Multiaxial Strength Criteria Micromechanics Models for Lamina Strength Analysis of Lamina Hygrothermal Behavior Introduction Hygrothermal Degradation of Properties Lamina Stress–Strain Relationships Including Hygrothermal Effects Micromechanics Models for Hygrothermal Properties Analysis of a Discontinuously Reinforced Lamina Introduction Aligned Discontinuous Fibers Off-Axis-Aligned Discontinuous Fibers Randomly Oriented Discontinuous Fibers Nanofibers and Nanotubes Particulates Hybrid Multiscale Reinforcements Analysis of Laminates Introduction Theory of Laminated Beams Theory of Laminated Plates with Coupling Stiffness Characteristics of Selected Laminate Configurations Derivation and Use of Laminate Compliances Hygrothermal Effects in Laminates Interlaminar Stresses Laminate Strength Analysis Deflection and Buckling of Laminates Selection of Laminate Designs Application of Laminate Analysis to Composite Structures Analysis of Viscoelastic and Dynamic Behavior Introduction Linear Viscoelastic Behavior of Composites Dynamic Behavior of Composites Nanoenhancement of Viscoelastic and Dynamic Properties Analysis of Fracture Introduction Fracture Mechanics Analysis of Through-Thickness Cracks Stress Fracture Criteria for Through-Thickness Notches Interlaminar Fracture Nanoenhancement of Fracture Toughness Mechanical Testing of Composites and Their Constituents Introduction Measurement of Constituent Material Properties Measurement of Basic Composite Properties Measurement of Viscoelastic and Dynamic Properties Measurement of Hygrothermal Properties Appendix A: Matrix Concepts and Operations Appendix B: Stress Equilibrium Equations Appendix C: Strain-Displacement Equations Index Problems and References appear at the end of each chapter.