Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites

Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites
Author: Junwei Gu
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 309
Release: 2024-04-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3527350993

Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites One-stop reference on important recent research accomplishments in the field of polymer matrix wave-transparent composites Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites: Materials, Properties, and Applications is a unique book that focuses on polymer matrix wave-transparent composites for electromagnetic wave transmission of a certain frequency, discussing various aspects of design, fabrication, structure, properties, measurement methods, and mechanisms, along with practical applications of functional polymer composites in industrial fields ranging from aircraft radomes, to radomes for ground, shipborne, and airborne purposes, to radomes for 5G communication, to printed circuit boards and beyond. Edited by four highly qualified academics and contributed to by well-known experts in the field, Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites includes detailed discussion on sample topics such as: Interface between the reinforced fiber and polymer matrix, including basic concepts, characterization, and the most common method of functionalization for the interface Mechanism of wave-transparent, factors that influence wave-transparent performance, and fabrication techniques Processes of hand paste molding, pressure bag molding, laminated molding, resin transfer molding (RTM), and winding molding Physical and chemical properties of the inorganic fibers (glass fibers and quartz fibers) and organic fibers (aramid fibers, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fibers and poly-p-phenylene benzobisoxazole fibers) Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites is an essential reference on the latest research in the field for researchers and related professionals, as well as for individuals who are not familiar with the field and wish to gain a holistic understanding in one place.

Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites

Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites
Author: Junwei Gu
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 309
Release: 2024-02-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3527839615

Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites One-stop reference on important recent research accomplishments in the field of polymer matrix wave-transparent composites Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites: Materials, Properties, and Applications is a unique book that focuses on polymer matrix wave-transparent composites for electromagnetic wave transmission of a certain frequency, discussing various aspects of design, fabrication, structure, properties, measurement methods, and mechanisms, along with practical applications of functional polymer composites in industrial fields ranging from aircraft radomes, to radomes for ground, shipborne, and airborne purposes, to radomes for 5G communication, to printed circuit boards and beyond. Edited by four highly qualified academics and contributed to by well-known experts in the field, Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites includes detailed discussion on sample topics such as: Interface between the reinforced fiber and polymer matrix, including basic concepts, characterization, and the most common method of functionalization for the interface Mechanism of wave-transparent, factors that influence wave-transparent performance, and fabrication techniques Processes of hand paste molding, pressure bag molding, laminated molding, resin transfer molding (RTM), and winding molding Physical and chemical properties of the inorganic fibers (glass fibers and quartz fibers) and organic fibers (aramid fibers, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fibers and poly-p-phenylene benzobisoxazole fibers) Polymer Matrix Wave-Transparent Composites is an essential reference on the latest research in the field for researchers and related professionals, as well as for individuals who are not familiar with the field and wish to gain a holistic understanding in one place.

Polymer Matrix Composites and Technology

Polymer Matrix Composites and Technology
Author: Ru-Min Wang
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 570
Release: 2011-07-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0857092227

Given such properties as low density and high strength, polymer matrix composites have become a widely used material in the aerospace and other industries. Polymer matrix composites and technology provides a helpful overview of these materials, their processing and performance.After an introductory chapter, part one reviews the main reinforcement and matrix materials used as well as the nature of the interface between them. Part two discusses forming and molding technologies for polymer matrix composites. The final part of the book covers key aspects of performance, including tensile, compression, shear and bending properties as well as impact, fatigue and creep behaviour.Polymer matrix composites and technology provides both students and those in industry with a valuable introduction to and overview of this important class of materials. - Provides a helpful overview of these materials, their processing and performance incorporating naming and classification of composite materials - Reviews the main reinforcement and matrix materials used as well as the nature of the interface between them including damage mechanisms - Discusses forming and molding technologies for polymer matrix composites outlining various techniques and technologies

Phthalonitrile Resins and Composites

Phthalonitrile Resins and Composites
Author: Mehdi Derradji
Publisher: William Andrew
Total Pages: 405
Release: 2018-04-25
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128129670

Phthalonitrile Resins and Composites: Properties and Applications summarizes the latest research on these polymers, providing information that enables materials scientists and engineers to deploy these polymers in the real world. The book gives details on synthesis and preparation techniques for key phthalonitrile monomers. All curing techniques are discussed, along with blends and copolymers of phthalonitrile with other polymeric materials, such as epoxy, benzoxazine and bismaleimide. Fiber and particle based phthalonitrile micro and nanocomposites are also discussed, along with their potential applications in lightweight automobiles, ships, oil rigs, aircraft, wind blades, high temperature bearings, valves, battery and electronic casings, fire resistant textiles, and more. - Introduces the subject of phthalonitrile polymers and their composites - Provides precise information on the synthesis, preparation and curing techniques for phthalonitrile polymers - Discusses developments in key application areas that are intended to facilitate and stimulate real world applications of these materials

Deformation and Fracture in Materials

Deformation and Fracture in Materials
Author: Anoop Kumar Mukhopadhyay
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2024-08-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1040104606

This book provides information on the basics of deformation and fracture in materials and on current, state-of-the-art experimental and numerical/theoretical methods, including data-driven approaches in the deformation and fracture study of materials. The blend of experimental test methods and numerical techniques to study deformation and fracture in materials is discussed. In addition, the application of data-driven approaches in predicting material performance in different types of loading and loading environments is illustrated. Features: Includes clear insights on deformation and fracture in materials, with clear explanations of mechanics and defects relating to them Provides effective treatments of modern numerical simulation methods Explores applications of data-driven approaches such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision Reviews simple and basic experimental techniques to understand the concepts of deformation and fracture in materials Details modeling and simulation strategies of mechanics of materials at different scales This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in fracture mechanics, finite element methods, and materials science.

Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) of Polymer Matrix Composites

Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) of Polymer Matrix Composites
Author: Vistasp M. Karbhari
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 729
Release: 2013-06-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 085709355X

The increased use of polymer matrix composites in structural applications has led to the growing need for a very high level of quality control and testing of products to ensure and monitor performance over time. Non-destructive evaluation (NDE) of polymer matrix composites explores a range of NDE techniques and the use of these techniques in a variety of application areas.Part one provides an overview of a range of NDE and NDT techniques including eddy current testing, shearography, ultrasonics, acoustic emission, and dielectrics. Part two highlights the use of NDE techniques for adhesively bonded applications. Part three focuses on NDE techniques for aerospace applications including the evaluation of aerospace composites for impact damage and flaw characterisation. Finally, the use of traditional and emerging NDE techniques in civil and marine applications is explored in part four.With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, Non-destructive evaluation (NDE) of polymer matrix composites is a technical resource for researchers and engineers using polymer matrix composites, professionals requiring an understanding of non-destructive evaluation techniques, and academics interested in this field. - Explores a range of NDE and NDT techniques and considers future trends - Examines in detail NDE techniques for adhesively bonded applications - Discusses NDE techniques in aerospace applications including detecting impact damage, ultrasonic techniques and structural health monitoring

Printed Antennas for 5G Networks

Printed Antennas for 5G Networks
Author: Ladislau Matekovits
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2022-04-02
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030876055

The book provides a comprehensive overview of antennas for 5G technology, such as MIMO, multiband antennas, Magneto-Electric Dipole Antenna and PIFA Antenna for 5G networks, phased array antennas for 5G access, beam-forming and beam-steering issues, 5G antennas for specific applications (smartphone, cognitive radio) and advance antenna concept and materials for 5G. The book also covers ooptimizations methods for passive and active devices in mm-Wave 5G networks. It explores topics which influence the design and characterization of antennas such as data rates, high isolation, pattern and spatial diversity, making 5G antennas more suitable for a multipath environment. The book represents a learning tool for researchers in the field, and enables engineers, designers and manufacturers to identify key design challenges of antennas for 5G networks, and characterize novel antennas for 5G networks.

Heat Transfer in Polymer Composite Materials

Heat Transfer in Polymer Composite Materials
Author: Nicolas Boyard
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2016-03-28
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1848217617

This book addresses general information, good practices and examples about thermo-physical properties, thermo-kinetic and thermo-mechanical couplings, instrumentation in thermal science, thermal optimization and infrared radiation.