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ASM Handbook
Composites
ASM International
Volume
21
ISBN electronic:
978-1-62708-195-5
Publication date:
2001
Volume 21 provides a working knowledge of the capabilities and applications of commercially significant composites, including metal-matrix composites, ceramic-matrix composites, and polymer and organic-matrix types. It covers constituent materials, design considerations, and manufacturing processes. It includes detailed information on post-processing and assembly, quality control, testing and certification, and properties and performance. In addition, the volume addresses product reliability and repair, failure analysis, and recycling and disposal. It provides application examples and engineering data as well. For information on the print version of Volume 21, ISBN 978-0-87170-703-1, follow this link.
Composites
Edited by: Daniel B. Miracle, Steven L. Donaldson
DOI: https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.hb.v21.9781627081955
ISBN (electronic): 978-1-62708-195-5
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 2001
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Table of Contents
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Introduction to Composites
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Introduction to CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByDaniel B. Miracle;Daniel B. MiracleAir Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:Steven L. DonaldsonSteven L. DonaldsonAir Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:
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Constituent Materials
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Introduction to Constituent MaterialsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFBySteven R. NuttSteven R. NuttUniversity of Southern CaliforniaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Introduction to Reinforcing FibersView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByFrederick T. WallenbergerFrederick T. WallenbergerPPG Industries, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Glass FibersView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByFrederick T. Wallenberger;Frederick T. WallenbergerPPG Industries, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Aramid FibersView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByKarl K. ChangKarl K. ChangE.I. Du Pont de Nemours & Company, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Ceramic FibersView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByH.M. YunH.M. YunNASA Glenn Research CenterSearch for other works by this author on:
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Discontinuous Reinforcements for Metal-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByCory A. SmithCory A. SmithDWA Aluminum CompositesSearch for other works by this author on:
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Continuous Fiber Reinforcements for Metal-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByColin McCulloughColin McCullough3M Company, Electrical Products DivisionSearch for other works by this author on:
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Epoxy ResinsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJohn D. NeunerJohn D. NeunerHexcel CorporationSearch for other works by this author on:
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Polyester ResinsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByTim PepperTim PepperAshland Chemical CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Polyimide ResinsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByDaniel A. ScolaDaniel A. ScolaUniversity of ConnecticutSearch for other works by this author on:
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Phenolic ResinsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByShahid P. QureshiShahid P. QureshiGeorgia-Pacific Resins, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Thermoplastic ResinsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByLee McKagueLee McKagueComposites-Consulting, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Carbon MatricesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJames Gary PruettJames Gary PruettHitco Carbon CompositesSearch for other works by this author on:
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Interfaces and InterphasesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByLawrence T. DrzalLawrence T. DrzalMichigan State UniversitySearch for other works by this author on:
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Bio-Based Resins and Natural FibersView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByShrikant N. KhotShrikant N. KhotUniversity of DelawareSearch for other works by this author on:
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Engineering Mechanics, Analysis, and Design
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Introduction to Engineering Mechanics, Analysis, and DesignView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByScott ReeveScott ReeveNational Composite CenterSearch for other works by this author on:
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Characterizing Strength from a Structural Design PerspectiveView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByS. ChristensenS. ChristensenThe Boeing CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Fracture Mechanics of Composite DelaminationView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByT. Kevin O'BrienT. Kevin O'BrienU.S. Army Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:
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Hygrothermal BehaviorView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByDaniel R. RuffnerDaniel R. RuffnerThe Boeing CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Fatigue and Life PredictionView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJeffrey R. SchaffJeffrey R. SchaffUnited Technologies Research CenterSearch for other works by this author on:
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Bolted and Bonded JointsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByL.J. Hart-SmithL.J. Hart-SmithThe Boeing CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Instability ConsiderationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByGerald Flanagan;Gerald FlanaganMaterials Sciences CorporationSearch for other works by this author on:Carol MeyersCarol MeyersMaterials Sciences CorporationSearch for other works by this author on:
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Damage ToleranceView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByMike R. Woodward;Mike R. WoodwardLockheed Martin Aeronautics CompanySearch for other works by this author on:Rich StoverRich StoverLockheed Martin Aeronautics CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Out-of-Plane AnalysisView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJonathan GoeringJonathan GoeringAlbany International Techniweave, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Analysis of Sandwich StructuresView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByStephen WardStephen WardSW Composites; Lawrence Gintert, Concurrent Technologies CorporationSearch for other works by this author on:
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Finite Element AnalysisView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByNaveen RastogiNaveen RastogiVisteon Chassis SystemsSearch for other works by this author on:
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Computer ProgramsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByBarry J. BerenbergBarry J. BerenbergCaldera CompositesSearch for other works by this author on:
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Testing and Analysis CorrelationView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByAdam J. SawickiAdam J. SawickiThe Boeing CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Design AllowablesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByChris BoshersChris BoshersComposite Materials Characterization, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Design, Tooling, and Manufacturing InteractionView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByAnthony J. VizziniAnthony J. VizziniUniversity of MarylandSearch for other works by this author on:
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Cost AnalysisView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByStephen Mitchell;Stephen MitchellGeneral Electric Aircraft EnginesSearch for other works by this author on:
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Rapid PrototypingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByDavid L. Bourell;David L. BourellThe University of Texas at AustinSearch for other works by this author on:Joseph J. Beaman, Jr.;Joseph J. Beaman, Jr.The University of Texas at AustinSearch for other works by this author on:Amit BandyopadhyayAmit BandyopadhyayWashington State UniversitySearch for other works by this author on:
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Design GuidelinesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByLynda FioriniLynda FioriniXC Associates, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Engineering Mechanics and Analysis of Metal-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByBhaskar S. MajumdarBhaskar S. MajumdarNew Mexico Institute of Mining and TechnologySearch for other works by this author on:
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Fracture Analysis of Fiber-Reinforced Ceramic-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByF.W. ZokF.W. ZokUniversity of California at Santa BarbaraSearch for other works by this author on:
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Manufacturing Processes
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Introduction to Manufacturing of Polymer-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByB. Tomas ÅströmB. Tomas ÅströmIFP SICOMP AB,SwedenSearch for other works by this author on:
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Process ModelingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByE. Murat SozerE. Murat SozerKOC University,TurkeySearch for other works by this author on:
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Composite ToolingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByLouis C. DorworthLouis C. DorworthAbaris Training Resources, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Elastomeric ToolingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByR.C. Adams;R.C. AdamsLockheed Martin Aeronautical SystemsSearch for other works by this author on:Marvin FostonMarvin FostonLockheed Martin Aeronautical SystemsSearch for other works by this author on:
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Open Molding: Hand Lay-Up and Spray-UpView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByFinn Roger AndresenFinn Roger AndresenReichhold AS,NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:
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Custom Sailing Yacht Design and ManufactureView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByRichard Downs-Honey;Richard Downs-HoneyHigh Modulus New Zealand LimitedSearch for other works by this author on:Mark BattleyMark BattleyIndustrial Research Limited,New ZealandSearch for other works by this author on:
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Prepreg and Ply CuttingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJoe LautnerJoe LautnerGerber Technology Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Manual Prepreg Lay-UpView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByAndrew MillsAndrew MillsComposites Manufacturing Research Centre, Cranfield University,United KingdomSearch for other works by this author on:
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Automated Tape LayingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByMichael N. GrimshawMichael N. GrimshawCincinnati Machine, A UNOVA CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Resin Transfer Molding and Structural Reaction Injection MoldingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByC.D. RuddC.D. RuddUniversity of NottinghamSearch for other works by this author on:
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Vacuum InfusionView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByArlen Hoebergen;Arlen HoebergenCentre of Lightweight Structures TUD-TNO,The NetherlandsSearch for other works by this author on:J. Anders HolmbergJ. Anders HolmbergSICOMP AB,SwedenSearch for other works by this author on:
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Compression MoldingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByCharles W. Peterson;Charles W. PetersonAzdel bv,The NetherlandsSearch for other works by this author on:R. KühfuszR. KühfuszMenzolit-Fibron GmbH,GermanySearch for other works by this author on:
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PultrusionView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJoseph E. Sumerak;Joseph E. SumerakCreative Pultrusions Inc.Search for other works by this author on:Jeffrey D. MartinJeffrey D. MartinMartin Pultrusion GroupSearch for other works by this author on:
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Tube RollingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByPaul A. RoyPaul A. RoyVantage Associates, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Thermoplastic Composites ManufacturingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByB. Tomas ÅströmB. Tomas ÅströmIFP SICOMP AB,SwedenSearch for other works by this author on:
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Processing of Ceramic-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByK.K. Chawla;K.K. ChawlaUniversity of Alabama at BirminghamSearch for other works by this author on:N. ChawlaN. ChawlaArizona State UniversitySearch for other works by this author on:
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Post-Processing and Assembly
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Introduction to Post-Processing and AssemblyView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByFlake C. CampbellFlake C. CampbellThe Boeing CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Machining, Trimming, and Routing of Polymer-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByLawrence F. KuberskiLawrence F. KuberskiFischer U.S.A.Search for other works by this author on:
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Secondary Adhesive Bonding of Polymer-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByFlake C. CampbellFlake C. CampbellThe Boeing Company—St. LouisSearch for other works by this author on:
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Processing and Joining of Thermoplastic CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByDouglas A. McCarville;Douglas A. McCarvilleBoeing Military Aircraft & Missile SystemsSearch for other works by this author on:Henry A. SchaeferHenry A. SchaeferBoeing Military Aircraft & Missile SystemsSearch for other works by this author on:
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Hole Drilling in Polymer-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByMichael J. Paleen;Michael J. PaleenThe Boeing Company,St. LouisSearch for other works by this author on:Jeffrey J. KilwinJeffrey J. KilwinThe Boeing Company,St. LouisSearch for other works by this author on:
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Mechanical Fastener SelectionView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByRobert T. ParkerRobert T. ParkerBoeing Commercial Airplane CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Environmental Protection and SealingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByLeslie A. HoeckelmanLeslie A. HoeckelmanThe Boeing Company,St. LouisSearch for other works by this author on:
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Extrusion of Particle-Reinforced Aluminum CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByWilliam C. Harrigan, Jr.William C. Harrigan, Jr.MMC Engineering, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Post-Processing and Assembly of Ceramic-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByDavid Lewis, III;David Lewis, IIINaval Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:M. SinghM. SinghQSS Group, Inc., NASA Glenn Research CenterSearch for other works by this author on:
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Quality Assurance
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Introduction to Quality AssuranceView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByGrover Aaron Henson, IIIGrover Aaron Henson, IIIDesign Alternatives Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Resin Properties AnalysisView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJohn D. RussellJohn D. RussellAir Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:
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Reinforcing Material Lay-Up Quality ControlView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByBarry P. Van WestBarry P. Van WestThe Boeing Company,SeattleSearch for other works by this author on:
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Cure Monitoring and ControlView Chapter PDF LinkPDFBy
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Quality Assurance of Metal-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByWilliam C. Harrigan, Jr.William C. Harrigan, Jr.MMC Engineering, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Testing and Certification
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Introduction to Testing and CertificationView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByRichard E. FieldsRichard E. FieldsLockheed Martin Missiles and Fire ControlSearch for other works by this author on:
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Overview of Testing and CertificationView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByRichard E. FieldsRichard E. FieldsLockheed Martin Missiles and Fire ControlSearch for other works by this author on:
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Constituent Materials TestingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByShari BugajShari BugajFiberCote Industries, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Lamina and Laminate Nonmechanical TestingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJohn MoylanJohn MoylanDelsen Testing LaboratoriesSearch for other works by this author on:
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Lamina and Laminate Mechanical TestingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByRod WishartRod WishartIntegrated Technologies, Inc. (Intec)Search for other works by this author on:
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Element and Subcomponent TestingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByLawrence A. GintertLawrence A. GintertConcurrent Technologies CorporationSearch for other works by this author on:
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Full-Scale Structural TestingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJohn E. McCartyJohn E. McCartyComposite Structures ConsultingSearch for other works by this author on:
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Properties and Performance
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Properties of Metal-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByDavid E. AlmanDavid E. AlmanU.S. Department of Energy, Albany Research CenterSearch for other works by this author on:
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Properties and Performance of Ceramic-Matrix and Carbon-Carbon CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByCynthia Powell DoğanCynthia Powell DoğanU.S. Department of Energy, Albany Research CenterSearch for other works by this author on:
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Product Reliability, Maintainability, and Repair
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Introduction to Product Reliability, Maintainability, and RepairView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByRikard B. HeslehurstRikard B. HeslehurstAustralian Defence Force AcademySearch for other works by this author on:
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Designing for RepairabilityView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByR.B. HeslehurstR.B. HeslehurstAustralian Defence Force AcademySearch for other works by this author on:
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Repair Engineering and Design ConsiderationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByRikard B. Heslehurst;Rikard B. HeslehurstAustralian Defence Force AcademySearch for other works by this author on:Mark S. ForteMark S. ForteU.S. Air Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:
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Repair Applications, Quality Control, and InspectionView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByMichael J. HokeMichael J. HokeAbaris Training Resources Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Ship Structure RepairsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByA.J. RussellA.J. RussellDockyard Laboratory Pacific, DRDC,CanadaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Rehabilitation of Reinforced Concrete Structures Using Fiber-Reinforced Polymer CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByL. KahnL. KahnGeorgia Institute of TechnologySearch for other works by this author on:
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Maintainability IssuesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByMark S. Forte;Mark S. ForteAir Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:Rikard B. HeslehurstRikard B. HeslehurstAustralian Defence Force AcademySearch for other works by this author on:
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Bonded Repair of Metal Structures Using CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByRichard J. Chester;Richard J. ChesterAeronautical and Maritime Research Laboratory,AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:James J. MazzaJames J. MazzaAir Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:
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Failure Analysis
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Introduction to Failure AnalysisView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByPatricia L. StumpffPatricia L. StumpffHartzell Propeller, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Failure CausesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJohn E. MoalliJohn E. MoalliExponent Failure Analysis AssociatesSearch for other works by this author on:
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Failure Analysis ProceduresView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByPatricia L. StumpffPatricia L. StumpffHartzell Propeller, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Visual Analysis, Nondestructive Testing, and Destructive TestingView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByPatricia L. StumpffPatricia L. StumpffHartzell Propeller, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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MicroscopyView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByLuther M. GammonLuther M. GammonThe Boeing CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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FractographyView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByPatricia L. StumpffPatricia L. StumpffHartzell Propeller, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Case HistoriesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByPatricia L. StumpffPatricia L. StumpffHartzell Propeller Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Fatigue Properties and Quantitative Fractography of Metal-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByBruce CrawfordBruce CrawfordDeakin University,AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Failure Analysis of Ceramic-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByMichael G. Jenkins;Michael G. JenkinsUniversity of Washington—SeattleSearch for other works by this author on:Raj N. SinghRaj N. SinghUniversity of CincinnatiSearch for other works by this author on:
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Recycling and Disposal
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Introduction to Recycling and Disposal of CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByNicholas J. GianarisNicholas J. GianarisVisteon CorporationSearch for other works by this author on:
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Recycling and Disposal of Polymer-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByJohn M. HenshawJohn M. HenshawThe University of TulsaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Applications and Experience
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Introduction to Applications for Advanced CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByTia Benson Tolle;Tia Benson TolleMaterials and Manufacturing Directorate, Air Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:Warren H. Hunt, Jr.Warren H. Hunt, Jr.Aluminum Consultants Group, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Automotive ApplicationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByNicholas J. GianarisNicholas J. GianarisVisteon CorporationSearch for other works by this author on:
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Automotive Applications of Metal-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByWarren H. Hunt, Jr.;Warren H. Hunt, Jr.Aluminum Consultants Group, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:Daniel B. MiracleDaniel B. MiracleAir Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:
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Space ApplicationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFBySuraj P. Rawal;Suraj P. RawalLockheed Martin AstronauticsSearch for other works by this author on:John W. GoodmanJohn W. GoodmanMaterial Technologies, Inc.Search for other works by this author on:
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Aeronautical Applications of Metal-Matrix CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByDaniel B. MiracleDaniel B. MiracleAir Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:
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High-Temperature ApplicationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByTito T. Serafini;Tito T. SerafiniGeneral Electric Aircraft EnginesSearch for other works by this author on:Stephen C. MitchellStephen C. MitchellGeneral Electric Aircraft EnginesSearch for other works by this author on:
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Aircraft ApplicationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByMark WilhelmMark WilhelmBoeing Commercial Airplane CompanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Applications of Carbon-Carbon CompositesView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByKristen M. KearnsKristen M. KearnsMaterials and Manufacturing Directorate, Air Force Research LaboratorySearch for other works by this author on:
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Thermal Management and Electronic Packaging ApplicationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByCarl ZwebenCarl ZwebenComposites ConsultantSearch for other works by this author on:
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Marine ApplicationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByC.P. GardinerC.P. GardinerDefence Science & Technology Organisation,AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Civil Infrastructure ApplicationsView Chapter PDF LinkPDFByVistasp M. KarbhariVistasp M. KarbhariUniversity of California,San DiegoSearch for other works by this author on:
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