ARO 4360 - Mechanics of Composite Materials (3)

An introduction to mechanics of composite materials, with a focus on fiber-reinforced composites. Micromechanics and macromechanics of a lamina, macromechanics of a laminate including classical lamination theory, strength of lamina, laminate and constituents, analysis and test procedures, special cases, limitations and emergent research will all be covered. Introduction to interlaminar stresses, fatigue and fracture mechanics, and bending, buckling, and vibration of plates. Hand analysis procedures and development of computer codes for analysis.

Prerequisite(s): ARO Major; and C or better in ARO 327 or ARO 3261.
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once