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Now updated and published in its second edition, this
manual provides a series of instructional chapters
which describe practical details involved in applying
various experimental techniques to composite materials
and composite structures.
The reader
is first introduced to the basic theory which relates
to composite material mechanics, as well as to the
specific tools utilized in strain measurement.
Fundamental
test techniques are then presented, followed by
exemplary applications, including methods for optical,
acoustic, thermal and damage analysis.
Also
included is a listing of ASTM specifications relevant
to the mechanical testing of composite materials. |