Repair of Polymer Composites: Methodology, Techniques and Challenges

Despite the many attractive attributes of composites such as their high specific strength and modulus, and resistance to corrosion; degradation over time and accidental damage during service life are still major inherent challenges. As the uses of composites grow, testing and understanding of repair and the maintenance of composites especially safety critical parts has become of paramount importance. Understanding the appropriate repair technique will not only help in giving a second life to the composite; it will also contribute significantly towards the end-of-life options for composite materials. At the moment, a large amount of composites go to landfill. In this exemplary new book the authors 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. Achieving high quality results consistently is one of the key challenges facing industries that use composites. This book explores these issues in significant detail and presents procedures and methods systematically. In one single volume it provides comprehensive coverage from fundamental aspects to real applications, and will serve as a very useful reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, engineers, and other professionals who are interested in this exciting field of research. Discusses fundamental issues related to repair of composites, their suitability in various industrial sectors (aerospace, automotive, marine, construction etc.)The repair of composites is complex and requires a thorough understanding of the types of damage mechanisms and to apply the appropriate NDT techniques. Achieving high quality results consistently is one of the key challenges for industries that use composites. This book explores these issues and presents procedures and methods systematicallyA single book that provides comprehensive coverage from fundamental aspects to real applications, and will serve as a very useful reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, engineers, and other professionals who are interested in this exciting field of researchDifferent types of repair techniques by correlating different parameters and challenges are addressed INDICE: 1. Introduction 2. Overview of Different Damage and Common Repair Methods in Composite Laminates 3. Key Stages of Adhesively Bonded Repairs 4. Design, Analysis and Durability of Adhesively Bonded External Patches Repairs 5. Safety and Precautions 6. Summary

• ISBN: 978-0-08-102263-4
• Editorial: Woodhead Publishing
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 350
• Fecha Publicación: 01/03/2018
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés