CAD/CAM Handbook for Polymer Composite Reliability. Volume I.
Abstract
This handbook of polymer composite reliability introduces and discusses the subject of polymer composites from the viewpoint of atomic and molecular models. Thus the origins of stiffness, strength, extensibility, and fracture toughness in composite materials can be analyzed directly in terms of chemical composition and molecular structure. This discussion is introduced by a review of current concepts of composite reliability and composite characterization techniques. The central section of this discussion introduces the computer models which describe the relations between chemical, physical and mechanical responses of polymer composites. Six amplified CAD/CAM (computer aided design and manufacturing) models are demonstrated in the final sections. The personal computer program listings for these models are provided in an Appendix. The detailed effects of temperature, stress, strain, time and environmental exposure upon composite stiffness, strength and fracture toughness can be generated by mathematical simulation from atomic and molecular properties. By establishing clearly defined mathematical links between chemical and mechanical responses, the controlling influence of chemistry and characterization on composite mechanical reliability is clarified.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADA127720
Entities
People
- D. H. Kaelble