MAT6430 Polymer Fibre Composite Materials

Cannot be taken with: MAT6461, MAT6462

Co-requisites: MAT6104

Aims/Description: This module is in two parts. The aim of part one is to acquaint students with the types of high-strength high-modulus polymers and reinforcing fibres, their processing, properties and application. The foundation of high mechanical performance in polymer morphology and in melt and solution rheology is explained and illustrated on examples. The second part describes the damage mechanisms which operate in continuous fibre composites. In particular, the application of stress transfer mechanisms to multiple matrix cracking is used as an analogue for transverse cracking in crossply laminates. Introduction to laminate theory to identify effect of loading angle on strength and modulus. Damage micromechanics of laminates.

Staff Contact: Professor F R Jones, Engineering Materials

Teaching Methods: Lectures

Assessment: Formal Examination, Problem Sheets

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