Finite Element Modelling of Composite Materials and Structures Matthews Davies

Finite Element Modelling of Composite Materials and StructuresAuthor(s): F L Matthews, G A O Davies, D Hitchings, C Soutis\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Elsevier Science & Technology, United Kingdom\nImprint: Woodhead Publishing Ltd\nISBN-13: 9781855734227, 978-1855734227\nSynopsis\nFinite element modelling of composite materials and structures provides an introduction to a technique which is increasingly being used as an analytical tool for composite [url] text is presented in four parts: Part one sets the scene and reviews the fundamentals of composite materials together with the basic nature of FRP and its constituents. Two-dimensional stress-strain is covered, as is laminated plated theory and its limitations. Part two reviews the basic principles of FE analysis, starting with underlying theoretical issues and going on to show how elements are derived, a model is generated and results are processed. Part three builds on the basics of FE analysis and considers the particular .