Repair of polymer composites: methodology, techniques and challenges

Andrew J. Jefferson, V. Arumugam, Hom Dhakal

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    Abstract

    Description
    Repair of Polymer Composites: Methodology, Techniques, and Challenges discusses fundamental issues related to the repair of composites and their suitability in various industrial sectors, such as aerospace, automotive, marine and construction, etc. The repair of composites is complex and requires a thorough understanding of the various types of damage mechanisms in order to apply the appropriate NDT techniques. This book explores these issues in significant detail and presents systematic procedures and methods, thus serving as a useful reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, engineers and other professionals who are interested in this exciting field of research.

    Key Features
    - Discusses fundamental issues related to the repair of composites and their suitability in various industrial sectors, including aerospace, automotive, marine and construction, etc.
    - Provides comprehensive coverage, from the fundamental aspects, to real applications
    - Serves as a useful reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, engineers and other professionals
    - Presents different types of repair techniques by correlating different parameters and challenges

    Readership
    Polymer composite scientists, engineers, researchers, including under- and post-graduate students who are interested in this exciting field of composite research. Industrial researchers and R&D managers who want to bring advanced polymeric composite material- based products to market in the aerospace, marine, automotive and construction industries.
    Original languageEnglish
    PublisherWoodhead Publishing
    Number of pages474
    Edition1st
    ISBN (Electronic)9780081019092
    ISBN (Print)9780081022634, 978-0-08-101908-5
    Publication statusPublished - 9 Mar 2018

    Publication series

    NameWoodhead Publishing Series in Composite Science and Engineering

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