Computational Mesomechanics of Composites : Numerical Analysis of the Effect of Microstructures of Composites of Strength and Damage Resistance

Mechanical properties of composite materials can be improved by tailoring their microstructures. Optimal microstructures of composites, which ensure desired properties of composite materials, can be determined in computational experiments. The subject of this book is the computational analysis of interrelations between mechanical properties (e.g., strength, damage resistance stiffness) and microstructures of composites. The methods of mesomechanics of composites are reviewed, and applied to the modelling of the mechanical behaviour of different groups of composites. Individual chapters are devoted to the computational analysis of the microstructure- mechanical properties relationships of particle reinforced composites, functionally graded and particle clusters reinforced composites, interpenetrating phase and unidirectional fiber reinforced composites, and machining tools materials. "The book presents the concept and methods for the computational analysis of interrelationships between mechanical properties (e.g strength, damage resistance, and stiffness) and microstructures of composite materials. The methods of mesomechanics of composites are reviewed and applied to the modeling of the mechanical behavior of different groups of composites. Individual chapters are devoted to the computational analysis of the microstructure-mechanical properties relationships of particle-reinforced composites, functionally graded and particle cluster reinforced composites, interpenetrating phase and unidirectional fiber reinforced composites, and machining tools materials." "The book is aimed at scientists and professionals working in the areas of the mechanics of materials and materials science as well at graduate and postgraduate students."--Jacket