Analysis of Heterogeneous Materials

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Department of Mechanics

Synopsis:

Introduction to various classical as well as novel approaches currently available for the modeling of heterogeneous materials. Micromechanical modeling and homogenization of metal matrix and polymer matrix composites. Basic principles of fracture mechanics combined with micromechanics to provide theoretical background for the non-linear constitutive modeling of cementitious composite materials and structures, jointed rocks etc.

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no prerequisities

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Study Objective:

The students should become familiar with basic principles of the analysis of heterogeneous materials based on the theory of homogenization with applications both in civil and mechanical engineering.

Study materials:

1. Swanson S. R.: Introduction to design and analysis with advanced composite materials, Prantice Hall, NJ, 1997.

2. Gibson R. F.: Principles of composite material mechanics, McGraw-Hill, Inc., 1994.

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