Description
The concept of composites is well illustrated by biological materials such as wood, bone, teeth, and hides; these are all composites with complex internal structures that provide mechanical properties well suited to the performance requirements. In general, heterogeneous materials combining the best aspects of dissimilar constituents have been used by nature for millions of years.
The main objective of the book is to provide a comprehensive overview of current composite materials that have considerable influence on technical and economic development in China. Many achievements presented in this book result from individual research groups and research and development projects financially supported by Chinese government. Hence, one aim of this book is to bring state-of-the-art knowledge and accomplishments on composite materials together in a single book of two volumes. Of course, this book also provides an understanding of the physical structure–properties relationship of composites for postgraduate students and researchers, scientists, and engineers alike. This understanding forms a basis for the application and improvement of the properties, manufacturing processes, characterization and testing, selection methods, and design of products made from composites. This knowledge has evolved from many disciplines and is common to all composite materials.
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