Ebook: Essentials of Advanced Composite Fabrication and Repair

Preface; Acknowledgments; Chapter 1: Composite Technology Overview; Composites vs. Advanced Composites; Examples of Typical Applications; Advantages of Composites; Disadvantages of Composites; Composites Development Timeline; Chapter 2: Matrix Technology; Matrix Systems Overview; Thermosets; Thermoplastics; Other Matrix Materials; Liquid Resins; Prepregs; Chapter 3: Fiber Reinforcements; Introduction to Fiber Reinforcements; Fiber Types and Properties; Forms of Reinforcement; Layup Technology; Chapter 4: Basic Design Considerations; Composite Structural Design; Resin to Fiber Ratio.