84 Best Books on Composite Materials

We have compiled a list of the Best Reference Books on Composite Materials, which are used by students of top universities, and colleges. This will help you choose the right book depending on if you are a beginner or an expert. Here is the complete list of Composite Materials Books with their authors, publishers, and an unbiased review of them as well as links to the Amazon website to directly purchase them. If permissible, you can also download the free PDF books on Composite Materials below.

1. Composite Materials

 
1."Modern Composite Materials" by L J Broutman and R M Krock
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2."Composite Materials - Science and Engineering" by K K Chawla
Book Review: The book provides treatment of the materials science and mechanics of composites, addressing their processing, structure, and properties, and covering a wide range of non-conventional composites such as polymer, metal, and ceramic matrix nanocomposites, self-healing composites, self-reinforced composites, biocomposites, and laminates made of metals and polymer matrix composites. It discusses carbon brakes, composites for civilian aircraft and jet engines, second-generation high-temperature superconducting composites, and composites for use in windmill blades, with a focus on metal particulate composites in the later part of the book. The book also features numerous examples and extensive literature references, making it a valuable resource for graduate and upper-division undergraduate courses, as well as a reference for practicing engineers and researchers in industry.

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3."Mechanisms and Mechanics of Composite Fracture" by R B Bhagat and S G Fishman
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4."An Introduction to Composite Materials" by D Hull
“An Introduction to Composite Materials” Book Review: This book offers an overview of composite materials, catering to the needs of scientists and engineers alike. It covers both theoretical and practical aspects of composite materials, discussing their production elements and properties. The book describes the detailed applications of these materials in various fields.

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5."Structural Composite Materials" by F C Campbell
“Structural Composite Materials” Book Review: This book covers major aspects of advanced composite materials, making it a valuable resource for working professionals in various industries as well as researchers. The book discusses both continuous and discontinuous fiber composites, with an emphasis on continuous fiber polymer matrix composites. It provides an overview of composites at both introductory and intermediate levels, and also focuses on their practical applications.

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6."Composite Materials" by Berthelot
“Composite Materials” Book Review: This book on composite materials covers a wide range of topics, making it an ideal resource for graduate-level students and researchers working in this field. It starts with an introduction to composite materials, including their properties and manufacturing process. The book also discusses the mathematical concepts required to analyze the mechanical behavior of composite materials and structures. Later sections of the book compare theoretical data to experimental results and cover topics such as fracture mechanisms, damage, laminate and sandwich plates, shear, bending, buckling, and design of laminate structures.

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7."Electrostatic Discharge Sensitivity of Composite Energetic Materials" by Michelle L Pantoya and Chelsea Weir
“Electrostatic Discharge Sensitivity of Composite Energetic Materials” Book Review: The book primarily examines electrostatic discharge in composite materials, making it a valuable resource for researchers and scientists in the field. The book delves into the ignition of electrostatic discharge and the factors that affect this phenomenon. Special attention is given to the electrical resistivity and conductivity of different particulate mixtures.

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8."Plastic Forming Processes of Composite Materials" by Davidi Gal
“Plastic Forming Processes of Composite Materials” Book Review: This book covers a range of topics related to plastic forming processes of composite materials, making it a valuable resource for researchers and scientists in this field. It examines the mechanical and physical properties of various composite materials to highlight their plastic forming processes. The book also discusses common defects that may arise from these methods, such as bulging, choking dead zones, residual chips, chevroning, and the formation of “fish skin” cracks. It uses the j2 flow theory to analyze radial stress and velocity fields.

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9."Computational Mechanics of Composite Materials" by Kaminski
“Computational Mechanics of Composite Materials” Book Review: This book combines theoretical and practical aspects of composite materials to study their mathematical applications, making it a valuable resource for engineering students from various domains and working professionals. It explains concepts of probabilistic homogenization of composite structures in detail and discusses heterogeneous materials with an emphasis on the treatment of defects within the materials. The book also covers new and relevant models in the field of reliability of composite materials.

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10."Advanced Composite Materials" by Michno Pilato
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11."Composite Materials: Fabrication Handbook #3 (Composite Garage)" by John Wanberg
“Composite Materials: Fabrication Handbook #3 (Composite Garage)” Book Review: This book provides an understanding of composites and covers a range of topics related to mold-making techniques. It includes special methods for creating molds and composite copies of existing parts, fabricating molds from clay models, and making advanced mold systems using computer modeling software and CNC equipment. The book also presents several alternative methods of fabricating one-off parts, such as molding over frameworks and human forms, as well as using stock composites to build simple structures. It covers composite repairs and provides a primer on computer-aided analysis of composite structures. The book also includes helpful how-to projects that provide practical understanding for readers. It is a valuable resource for technicians in garages and automotive engineers.

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12."Composite Materials: Science and Applications" by Deborah D L Chung
“Composite Materials: Science and Applications” Book Review: The main focus of this book is to study the properties and applications of composite materials, making it suitable for students and researchers in the field. The second edition of the book has been updated to adapt to the changing landscape of the field. It places particular focus on the development of materials from an applications and operations standpoint, ensuring that the latest developments and trends are included.

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13."Mathematical Methods and Models in Composites (Computational and Experimental Methods in Structures)" by Vladislav Mantic
“Mathematical Methods and Models in Composites (Computational and Experimental Methods in Structures)” Book Review: This book covers a range of important mathematical methods and models used in the analysis and characterization of composites at various scales. It aims to provide the fundamental understanding required for accurate theoretical and computer modeling of composite materials. The topics covered include scaling and homogenization procedures, thin plate and wave solutions, laminated structures, instabilities, fracture and damage analysis, and simulation of composite manufacturing processes. The book is written by experts in applied mathematics, physics, and composite engineering, making it an invaluable reference for graduate and doctoral students, as well as researchers. It is also accessible to non-experts who seek an overview of mathematical methods and models in composites research and the open problems in the field. The methods and models presented in this book have applications in the design, fabrication, testing, and industrial use of composite components and structures.

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14."Composite Materials: Science and Engineering (Materials Research and Engineering)" by Krishan K Chawla
“Composite Materials: Science and Engineering(Materials Research and Engineering)” Book Review: This book offers the latest information on composite materials and is intended for graduate and upper-division undergraduate students, as well as practicing engineers and researchers in industry and academia. It is updated with new developments and highlights the increasing use of composites in industry. The book covers a wide range of topics, including a chapter on non-conventional composites that includes polymer, metal and ceramic matrix nanocomposites, self-healing composites, self-reinforced composites, biocomposites, and laminates made of metal and polymer matrix composites. The book includes new solved examples and problems with coloured figures, as well as practical applications and extensive references to the literature.

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15."Advances in Natural Fibre Composites: Raw Materials, Processing and Analysis" by Raul Fangueiro and Sohel Rana
“Advances in Natural Fibre Composites: Raw Materials, Processing and Analysis” Book Review: This book is a collection of high-quality research papers presented at the 3rd International Conference on Natural Fibers (ICNF 2017), focusing on the latest developments in natural fibers and related composites. Topics covered in the book range from the production and processing of raw materials, to surface modification and functionalization, as well as advanced fibrous structures, nano fibers, experimental characterization, and modeling and analysis. The research papers also explore approaches and techniques aimed at improving the processing, performance, functionalities, and cost-effectiveness of natural fiber composites, which can increase their application in different industrial sectors.

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16."Fibre Science and Technology (Soviet Advanced Composites Technology Series)" by V I Kostikov
“Fibre Science and Technology (Soviet Advanced Composites Technology Series)” Book Review: This book is not intended for any specific field, but rather for anyone involved in research or development in the field of composite materials science and technology, whether in industry or academia. It covers the fundamental components of composite materials, namely the reinforcement and the matrix material. The book commences with a description of a variety of strengthening fibers, such as glass, carbon, organic, inorganic, and ceramic. It also discusses a testing methodology employed to assess the physical and mechanical properties of each type of fiber-matrix combination.

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17."Nanoclay Reinforced Polymer Composites: Nanocomposites and Bionanocomposites (Engineering Materials)" by Mohammad Jawaid and Abou el Kacem Qaiss
“Nanoclay Reinforced Polymer Composites: Nanocomposites and Bionanocomposites (Engineering Materials)” Book Review: The main focus of this book is on the fabrication, characterization, and applications of nanoclay based nanocomposites and bionanocomposites. It provides an overview of the classification of nanoclay, as well as the chemical modification and processing techniques used to create nanocomposites. The book also offers information on the modification and functionalization of nanoclay systems, and the development of bio-nanocomposites based on nanoclays. It covers topics such as the mechanical and thermal properties of halloysite nanocomposites, and the effects of nanoclays on gas barrier properties of polymers and modified nanocomposites. This book is a valuable resource for both academic researchers and industry practitioners.

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2. Advanced Composite Materials

 
1."Recent Advances in Structural Joints and Repairs for Composite Materials" by C Soutis and Liyong Tong
“Recent Advances in Structural Joints and Repairs for Composite Materials” Book Review: The book offers a current overview of bonding and fastening joints and repairs, including adhesively bonded and mechanically fastened methods. It serves as a valuable reference for engineers and researchers working in the field of composite structures joining and repair, with practical examples and theoretical underpinnings of the composite materials’ joints and repairs.

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2."Traditional Machining Processes: Research Advances (Materials Forming, Machining and Tribology)" by J Paulo Davim
“Traditional Machining Processes: Research Advances (Materials Forming, Machining and Tribology)” Book Review: This book offers an exploration of various machining processes through multiple research examples. Each process is covered in great detail across numerous chapters, including in-depth discussions of topics such as polycrystalline diamond tool material, orthogonal cutting experiments, cutting force and tool wear estimation, and more. The book also covers cutting under gas shields, machinability of magnesium alloys, grinding science, flexible integration of shape and functional modeling of machine tool spindles within a design framework, and other related subjects.

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3."Epoxy Resins and Composites I (Advances in Polymer Science)" by A Apicella and J M Barton
“Epoxy Resins and Composites I (Advances in Polymer Science)” Book Review: This book provides coverage of contemporary perspectives and recent advancements in polymer science, making it a valuable resource for advanced graduate students and researchers. It includes detailed chapters on the latest epoxy resins and composite materials, their potential applications, and why they are preferred over other materials.

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4."Epoxy Resins and Composites II (Advances in Polymer Science)" by J L Koenig and L T Drzal
“Epoxy Resins and Composites II (Advances in Polymer Science)” Book Review: This book is a comprehensive reference book on the advances in the field of epoxy resins and composites. The book is divided into eleven chapters, covering topics such as synthesis and modification of epoxy resins, processing and characterization of epoxy-based composites, and their various applications in industry. The authors provide an in-depth analysis of the recent research in this field, including the use of nano-particles, bio-based materials, and functional fillers. This book is an essential resource for researchers, scientists, and engineers working in the field of epoxy resins and composites.

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5."Advances in Damage Mechanics: Metals and Metal Matrix Composites With an Introduction to Fabric Tensors" by George Z Voyiadjis and Peter I Kattan
“Advances in Damage Mechanics: Metals and Metal Matrix Composites with an Introduction to Fabric Tensors” Book Review: This is a comprehensive book on damage mechanics in metals and metal matrix composites. The book is divided into nine chapters, covering topics such as the fundamentals of damage mechanics, the theory and modeling of damage evolution in metals, and the experimental characterization of damage. The authors also introduce the concept of fabric tensors and their applications in damage mechanics. This book is an essential resource for researchers, scientists, and engineers working in the field of damage mechanics and materials science.

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6."Advances in Ceramic-Matrix Composites V (Ceramic Transactions)" by Narottam P Bansal
“Advances in Ceramic-Matrix Composites V (Ceramic Transactions)” Book Review: This book comprises a collection of papers presenting the latest advancements in ceramic matrix composites. It covers a wide range of topics, including the fabrication, characterization, and mechanical properties of these composites, along with the test methods, environmental effects, and micromechanical modeling employed in the field. Special emphasis is given to the fiber-matrix interface, which has a significant impact on the performance of CMCs. This book is an essential reference for researchers and professionals working in the field of ceramic matrix composite.

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7."Advances in Ceramic Matrix Composites X" by Waltraud M Kriven and Narottam P Bansal
“Advances in Ceramic Matrix Composites X” Book Review: This book offers valuable insights for professionals working in aerospace, utilities, and transportation industries, with practical instructions on utilizing ceramic matrix composites in high-temperature applications. It covers recent advances in the fundamental science and technology of ceramic matrix composites, while also addressing real-life industrial challenges. The book includes papers on how these composites and their associated methods can be applied to address technological issues faced by industries.

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8."Advances in Polymer Derived Ceramics and Composites: Ceramic Transactions, Volume 213 (Ceramic Transactions Series)" by Mrityunjay Singh and Paolo Colombo
“Advances in Polymer Derived Ceramics and Composites: Ceramic Transactions, Volume 213 (Ceramic Transactions Series)” Book Review: This book presents the latest developments in the field of polymer derived ceramics and composites through a collection of articles and papers. It covers interdisciplinary research and development in this area, from precursor synthesis and characteristics to polymer-to-ceramic conversion. The book contains chapters dedicated to preceramic polymer processing and shaping into ceramic components, ceramic microstructure, and various applications in different fields.

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9."New Polymeric Composite Materials: Environmental, Biomedical, Actuator and Fuel Cell Applications" by Inamuddin
“New Polymeric Composite Materials: Environmental, Biomedical, Actuator and Fuel Cell Applications” Book Review: The book covers the most recent developments and applications of polymeric and composite materials. Its contents are relevant in several areas, including shape memory polymers and green composites for artificial organs. The book also delves into the use of these materials in geomembranes, particularly in safe waste disposal, heavy metal and dye removal, among others. Readers will find a plethora of real-life examples of polymer-based adhesives, sensors and actuators, fuel cells, among others, that drive environmental sustainability.

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10."Advances In Composite Materials-Ecodesign And Analysis" by BRAHIM ATTAF
“Advances In Composite Materials-Ecodesign And Analysis” Book Review: This book covers a wide range of topics related to sustainable materials, ecodesign aspects, composite materials, and curing processes. It includes detailed chapters on modeling and testing composite materials, adhesive joint strength, characterization, and thermal behavior, providing valuable insights into the subject matter. The results from theoretical, numerical, and experimental experiments are all included in this book. It can be an extremely beneficial resource for designers, manufacturers, and suppliers working with high-tech composite materials.

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11."Composite Materials Science and Engineering" by K K Chawla
Book Review: This book offers current information on the latest advancements in composite materials. It covers processing, structure, and properties while providing a well-balanced view of the materials science and mechanics of composites. The book includes chapters on a wide range of topics such as carbon brakes, jet engine composites, windmill blade composites, and particulate composites. It also provides numerous examples related to applications and essential data. This book is beneficial for both graduate and undergraduate students.

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12."Composite Materials: Engineering and Science" by F L Matthews and R D Rawlings
Book Review: This book presents the growing utilization of composites in the aerospace and energy industries, and it provides updated information on the latest developments in the field. The book offers an understanding of the science and engineering applications of composite materials, covering topics such as non-conventional composites, polymer, metal, and ceramic matrix composites, self-healing composites, bio composites, laminates, and more. Practical applications are highlighted through numerous examples. It is a valuable resource for researchers and professionals in the field, discussing different types of reinforcements and matrices, and their interactions. This book is suitable for graduate and undergraduate courses in materials science, engineering, and physics.

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13."Engineering Mechanics of Composite Materials" by Isaac M Daniel
Book Review: The analysis of the behavior and properties of composite materials is presented in this book, covering rigid, high-strength, and lightweight components utilized in various industries such as infrastructure, aircraft, automobiles, biomedical products, and more. The book offers exercises based on the author’s research and the latest developments in the field of composites, while also exploring the interaction between different types of reinforcements and matrices. It is a valuable resource for both undergraduate and graduate students.

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14."Finite Element Analysis of Composite Materials using Abaqus™" by Ever J Barbero
“Finite Element Analysis of Composite Materials using Abaqus” Book Review: This book is a guide to finite element analysis using abaqus software, covering both theoretical and practical aspects. It is highly recommended for students of the subject. Starting with the basics of the finite element method, the book progresses to advanced topics such as laminates, buckling analysis, free edge stresses, computational micromechanics, and viscoelastic models of composites. The author applies these theoretical concepts to practical problems in the field, and provides step-by-step solutions using abaqus software. Each chapter concludes with a set of problems for readers to practice, and includes pseudocodes of problems solved using abaqus.

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15."Advanced Polymer Composites and Polymers in the Civil Infrastructure" by L C Hollaway
“Advanced Polymer Composites and Polymers in the Civil Infrastructure” Book Review: This book presents the concepts of advanced polymer composites, focusing on civil infrastructure applications, and is suitable for both students and working professionals. The book covers various fabrication techniques, design strategies, and formulae employed in structural composite systems. It also includes the fundamentals of geosynthetics used in geotechnical engineering. The book discusses the fibers and matrices used in composite manufacturing, as well as various other characteristics. The final section of the book highlights the combination of composites with conventional materials for different applications.

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16."Advanced Composites" by I K Partridge
“Advanced Composites” Book Review: This book explores several concepts of advanced composites, catering to both specialists and non-specialists in the field. It covers testing methods, production, and performance of various organic matrix materials used in advanced composites. The book provides an overview of the subject without getting much into complex mathematical and chemical topics.

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17."Advanced Composites: Design, Materials and Processing Technologies" by Not Available
“Advanced Composites: Design, Materials and Processing Technologies” Book Review: The book comprises a collection of research papers that were presented at the 8th ASM/ESD Advanced Composites Conference held in Chicago in 1992. It is relevant for students, researchers, and scientists who are interested in composite technology. The conference mainly focused on technology transfer and commercialization. The papers cover a wide range of topics related to composite technology, including processing, materials, design, and special topics.

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18."Advanced Composites" by Cindy Foreman
“Advanced Composites” Book Review: The book discusses several advanced composite concepts that are applicable to both students and professionals in the field. It covers the classification, manufacturing, and maintenance of advanced composites, with an emphasis on safety equipment and troubleshooting procedures. The primary focus of the book is on repairing aircraft.

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19."Advanced Composites: The Latest Developments" by Engineering Society Of Detroit
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20."Advanced Composite Materials (Advanced Material Series)" by Ashutosh Tiwari and Mohammad Rabia Alenezi
“Advanced Composite Materials (Advanced Material Series)” Book Review: The book is designed to cover both theoretical and practical aspects of advanced composite materials and is intended for advanced level students and researchers in the field. The book examines a range of applications in areas such as energy harvesting, memory devices, electrochemical biosensing, and biomedical applications, in addition to discussing theoretical concepts. It also presents fabrication and design strategies used to create composite materials that efficiently utilize macro and nanoscale features. Other topics covered in the book include pioneer composite materials, current-limiting defects, high-tech ceramics materials, carbon nanomaterials, biomaterials, tuning hydroxyapatite particles, and biomimetic prototype interface.

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21."Numerical Simulation of Mechanical Behavior of Composite Materials" by Sergio Oller
“Numerical Simulation of Mechanical Behavior of Composite Materials” Book Review: The book is designed for graduate engineering students new to the field and focuses on the necessary formulations to analyze the behavior of composite materials. It describes two multiple-scale homogenization methods: ad-hoc homogenization and a general-based procedure applied at both macro and micro scales. The book presents the required formulations to simulate the mechanical behavior of traditional and new composite structures, such as plywood, masonry, reinforced concrete, and nanotubes. It also covers additional concepts, such as fiber-matrix debonding, local buckling of fibers, and its coupling with the overall buckling of the structure. The reader can find several solved numerical examples to complement the presented concepts.

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3. Design of Composite Materials

 
1."Introduction to Composite Materials Design" by Ever J Barbero
“Introduction to Composite Materials Design” Book Review: This book presents the latest advances in knowledge and design methods that have been developed over the past 10 years, while maintaining its hallmark features such as design for reliability and revised fracture mechanics information. It includes updated information on polymer matrices, modern fibers, and fiber forms, such as textiles and fabrics, as well as new insights on vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM). It incorporates significant advances in predicting unidirectional-lamina properties and revises sections on material failure. The book also provides the most advanced prediction and design methodologies, including aspects of preliminary design, while relegating finite element analysis methods to perform damage mechanics analysis of laminated compositions that account for the primary damage modes. It includes a deep analysis of composites reinforced with plain, twill, and satin weaves, as well as with random fiber reinforcements. It examines the analysis of thin-walled beams with newly developed techniques and addresses the external strengthening of reinforced-concrete beams, columns, and structural members subjected to both axial and bending loads. The book is ideal for senior undergraduate-level students with a solid understanding of math and mechanics.

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2."Fiber-Reinforced Composites: Materials, Manufacturing, and Design, Third Edition (Mechanical Engineering)" by P K Mallick
“Fiber-Reinforced Composites: Materials, Manufacturing, and Design” Book Review: This book provides up-to-date knowledge on composite materials and their associated techniques. It covers current analysis of mechanics and properties and examines recent advances in test methods, applications, manufacturing processes, and design aspects. The book also includes newly developed materials such as nanocomposites and emphasizes the underlying theories, practical methods, and problem-solving skills employed in real-world applications of composite materials. Other topics covered in the book include material substitution, cost analysis, fiber architecture, carbon-carbon composites, polymer-based nanocomposites, and manufacturing fundamentals such as thermoplastics matrix composites and resin transfer molding. Practical methods and problems are included for students to enhance their understanding of the subject. This book is highly recommended for mechanical engineering students.

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3."Composite Materials: Design and Applications" by Daniel Gay
“Composite Materials: Design and Applications” Book Review: This book bridges the gap between theory and analysis of composites and is organized into four parts. The first part covers an introduction to composite materials, including fabrication processes, properties, design concepts, assembly, and applications. It can be used as a standalone course on advanced materials. The second part discusses elastic anisotropic properties, directional dependence of different properties, and mechanical properties of thin laminates. It is suitable for a course on the mechanics of composite materials. The third part focuses on the orthotropic coefficients required for design activities, the Hill-Tsai failure criterion, the bending and torsion of composite beams, and the bending of thick composite plates. This part can help students better understand the behavior of composite parts. The last part delves into mechanical properties of composite structures in various forms, thermoelastic properties, failure analysis, bonding of cylinders, sandwich beam buckling and flexure shear, and vibrations in composite plates.

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4."Silicone Composite Insulators: Materials, Design, Applications (Power Systems)" by Konstantin O Papailiou and Frank Schmuck
“Silicone Composite Insulators: Materials, Design, Applications” Book Review: The primary focus of this book is insulators, with a particular emphasis on silicone rubber, the most widely used material today. It covers various aspects, including the electrical and mechanical characteristics of composite insulators, their material properties, design, typical applications, and service experience. It discusses the mechanical behavior of long rod and post insulators, insulated cross-arms, interphase spacers, and hollow core apparatus insulators, along with manufacturing procedures and the selection and dimensioning of the necessary power arc and corona fittings. The book also provides an overview of evaluation tests and test procedures based on IEC standards. This resource caters to the needs of engineers from electric utilities and industries, as well as academic professionals.

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5."Advanced Technology for Design and Fabrication of Composite Materials and Structures" by George C Sih and Alberto Carpinteri
“Advanced Technology for Design and Fabrication of Composite Materials and Structures” Book Review: This book is a collection of papers presented at an International Symposium covering a range of topics such as the design and fabrication of advanced composite systems in different sectors worldwide. The symposium aimed to facilitate the exchange of new ideas and disseminate information from researchers to users. The theme was relevant to the automobile, marine, aerospace, and construction industries, where the competitive edge depends on improved processing and manufacturing of products. Technological advances strongly depend on the development of new materials and their effective use in design. Trial and error methods are no longer considered economically feasible for the application of specific materials like composites.

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6."Composites Manufacturing: Materials, Product, and Process Engineering" by Sanjay Mazumdar
“Composites Manufacturing: Materials, Product, and Process Engineering” Book Review: This book presents an overview of composite product fabrication, covering the fundamental classification of processes and the types of raw materials available for manufacturing. It also discusses methods for selecting the right materials for specific applications and outlines the six important phases of the product development process. The book focuses on the design for manufacturing (DFM) approach, which integrates the benefits and capabilities of the manufacturing process into the product design to produce the best product in the shortest possible time and with limited resources. Case studies of actual part-making processes, such as boat hulls, bathtubs, and fishing rods, are also included. The book also provides information on process models, selection criteria, cost-competitive composite product design and manufacturing guidelines, procedures for writing manufacturing instructions and bill of materials, joining and machining techniques, cost-estimating techniques, and recycling approaches for post-market composite products.

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7."Composite Materials: Testing, Design and Acceptance Criteria (Astm Special Technical Publication// Stp)" by Abdul-Hamed Zureick and Alan T Nettle
“Composite Materials: Testing, Design and Acceptance Criteria’’ Book Review: This book provides coverage of composite material testing, design, and acceptance criteria. It includes topics such as NDT evaluation, material qualification, full-scale structural testing, durability, test method development, micromechanics, damage resistance and tolerance, impact and buckling. The book is aimed at the civil engineering infrastructure and aerospace communities and serves as a valuable resource.

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8."Aircraft Composite Design Handbook for Training: Basic knowledge of aircraft composite material and process" by Bruce Yu
“Aircraft Composite Design Handbook for Training: Basic knowledge of aircraft composite material and process” Book Review: This book provides insights into composite materials, which consist of two or more materials with different physical or chemical properties. High-temperature composite engine parts and polymer hybrids are two well-known examples of composites. These materials are being utilized in the production of lightweight, cost-effective, fuel-efficient, and durable aircraft and automobiles, as well as in the construction of ships, buildings, and military equipment.

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9."New Composite Materials: Selection, Design, and Application" by Domenico Brigante
“New Composite Materials: Selection, Design, and Application” Book Review: This book covers critical topics related to the use of composite materials in civil engineering for industrial, commercial, and residential structures, including historic buildings. It explores structural strengthening techniques based on limited fiber-reinforced polymers, fiber-reinforced glasses, steel-reinforced polymers, and steel-reinforced glasses, which have become essential in restoring buildings affected by natural disasters and other destructive forces. The book also analyzes various techniques used for structural restoration and examines different materials such as concrete, wood, masonry, and steel in detail.

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4. Engineering Polymers and Composites of Materials

 
1."Polymer Materials" by C M Hall
Book Review: This book covers all the essential information on polymer properties and applications, including an appendix dedicated to polymer nomenclature. It primarily focuses on the materials science of polymers, making it a valuable resource for graduate and undergraduate courses in materials science, engineering, and physics. The book includes numerous examples related to applications, as well as important data for readers to reference.

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2."Polymer Chemistry" by R B Seymour and C E Carraher
“Polymer Chemistry” Book Review: This book is focused on the relationship between the structure and properties of different polymers. It is highly recommended for students taking higher-level courses in this field and for researchers conducting studies in this area. The book starts with a chapter dedicated to the characterization of molecules based on various parameters. It then delves into the physical nature of polymers and individual macromolecules, highlighting the experimental strategies used to study these physical and chemical structures. The book includes numerous examples, such as textiles and films, and also explains properties such as solubility and permeability of polymeric systems.

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3."Polymer Engineering Principles" by R C Progelhof
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4."Engineering Materials: Polymers, Ceramics and Composites" by A K Bhargava
“Engineering Materials: Polymers, Ceramics and Composites” Book Review: This book covers different engineering materials and their properties, processing, and appropriate selection for manufacturing applications. It focuses specifically on non-metallic materials and highlights the relationship between their structure and properties. It is suitable for students from various engineering domains. The book also presents recent advances in the field and includes questions at the end of each chapter to reinforce understanding of the topics discussed.

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5."Composite Materials: Science and Applications" by Deborah D L Chung
“Composite Materials: Science and Applications” Book Review: The primary focus of this book is to examine the properties and applications of composite materials, making it suitable for both students and researchers in the field. The second edition of the book has been updated to reflect the changes in the field, with focus on the development of materials from an operational and applications perspective.

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6."Mechanical Behaviour of Engineering Materials: Metals, Ceramics, Polymers, and Composites" by Martin Baeker
“Mechanical Behaviour of Engineering Materials: Metals, Ceramics, Polymers, and Composites” Book Review: The book deals with fundamental and important concepts of cellulosic materials. It can be of use to students of graduate level courses and researchers carrying out studies in the field. The contents of the book are covered in a total of 5 chapters. The initial chapters focus on morphology, structure and chemical composition along with the mechanics of deformation of natural composite fibers, Further, the book talks about damage accumulation and fatigue testing of these materials. Fractal-based approach for modeling damage accumulation in materials is examined. Analytical approaches in the study of networks and composites are also studied.

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7."Cellulosic Materials: Fibers, Networks and Composites" by Wadood Y Hamad
“Cellulosic Materials: Fibers, Networks and Composites” Book Review: This book discusses the fundamental concepts of cellulosic materials that are crucial in the field. It serves as a valuable resource for graduate students and researchers conducting studies on the subject. The book is divided into five chapters, includes the morphology, structure, and chemical composition of natural composite fibers, as well as the mechanics of deformation. The book also covers damage accumulation and fatigue testing of these materials, and explores a fractal-based approach to modeling damage accumulation. Analytical approaches to studying networks and composites are examined.

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8."Fire Properties of Polymer Composite Materials" by Mouritz Gibson Mouritz
“Fire Properties of Polymer Composite Materials” Book Review: This book focuses on the fire behavior of polymer composites and is accessible to both students and researchers. It covers fundamental aspects of composite behavior in fire and also describes fire protection materials. The book discusses the fire properties of nanocomposites and delves deeply into safety regulations and health hazards associated with the burning of polymeric materials.

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9."Engineering Design with Polymers and Composites" by Gerdeen Rorrer
“Engineering Design with Polymers and Composites” Book Review: The book discusses the design elements and selection strategies of polymers and composites, and is aimed at students in engineering disciplines. It begins with an introduction to the fundamentals and history of polymers and composites. The book then covers mechanical properties and viscoelastic behavior of these materials, along with important properties such as fatigue failure and creep. The appropriate selection of materials for various design applications is emphasized. The text also includes examples, tables, and illustrations to reinforce the concepts presented.

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5. Micromechanics of Composites

 
1."Micromechanics of Defects in Solids" by T Mura
Book Review: The book provides coverage of various aspects related to the mechanical behavior of materials, including plasticity, fracture, fatigue, constitutive equations, composite materials, and polycrystals. It presents a powerful and unified method known as the eigenstrain method. The book also focuses on topics such as inclusions and dislocations, which are given special focus.

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2."Fundamentals of Micromechanics of Solids" by Jianmin Qu and Mohammed Cherkaoui
Book Review: This book presents coverage of both linear and nonlinear behaviors by integrating various approaches in micromechanics into a unified mathematical framework. It is intended for readers who wish to explore the developments and applications of micromechanics theories. The book includes derivations of mathematical frameworks, basics of linear and nonlinear material behavior, and covers topics such as brittle damage, shape memory alloys, and TRIP steels. Readers can find numerous exercises and problems to enhance their understanding of the subject.

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3."Micromechanics of Solids" by D R Axelrad
“Micromechanics of Solids” Book Review: This book provides a clear explanation of fracture processes in modern engineering materials, both homogeneous and heterogeneous, along with insights into underlying micro mechanisms. It is recommended for advanced courses on composite structures as well as for scientists, engineers, and Ph. D. students. The book covers fundamental concepts and methods of fracture mechanics and micromechanics, including continuum mechanical and phenomenological foundations, classical failure hypotheses, and linear elastic and elastic-plastic fracture mechanics. The book covers dynamic fracture mechanics, creep fracture, damage mechanics, failure of thin films, probabilistic fracture mechanics, and fracture of piezoelectric materials. The text is self-contained and features numerous illustrations.

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4."Fracture Mechanics: With an Introduction to Micromechanics" by Dietmar Gross
Book Review: This book offers a complete and comprehensive derivation of mechanical and mathematical results, with a focus on practical issues. It covers various topics in fracture mechanics, including thin films, micro heterogeneous materials, and more. The book provides a clear and thorough derivation of results, making it an excellent textbook for educational purposes, as well as for scientists, engineers, and PhD students. Additionally, the book emphasizes the mechanical description of the fracture process and linear elastic fracture mechanics.

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5."Probabilistic Fiber Composite Micromechanics" by Thomas A Stock
“Probabilistic Fiber Composite Micromechanics” Book Review: The book presents probabilistic methods for micromechanics of composites, which are designed to model anticipated uncertainties in the properties of unidirectional fiber composites. It describes computational techniques using Monte Carlo simulation to account for variables such as constituent and void volume ratios, fiber misalignment, and constituent elastic properties and strengths. The book provides case studies of graphite or epoxy unidirectional composites (plies) to demonstrate variations in material properties caused by random changes at the micro level. It presents regression analyses to show the correlation between predictor and response variables in the study.

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6."Micromechanics of Composite Materials: A Generalized Multiscale Analysis Approach" by Jacob Aboudi
“Micromechanics of Composite Materials: A Generalized Multiscale Analysis Approach” Book Review: The book outlines a method for performing multiscale analysis and explores the design of traditional and smart composite materials for linear and nonlinear material behavior in structures. It contains a wealth of practical applications and examples, and draws on the latest research in micromechanics to provide researchers and senior engineers with the tools and knowledge to improve results and streamline development workflows. The book integrates theory, code, and techniques in a systematic way to enable efficient and dependable modeling of composites.

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7."Micromechanics of Deformation and Failure of Composites" by Elaheh Ghassemieh
“Micromechanics of Deformation and Failure of Composites” Book Review: This book offers analysis of the micromechanics of composite materials, including composites with particulate, short and continuous fiber reinforcements. It provides a background on various phenomenological and analytical models, with a focus on developing suitable finite element models of composites based on the concept of the unit cell. The micromechanical model is used to explain the stiffness and failure mechanisms of different types of composites, as well as to investigate the effect of interface and bonding between the matrix and filler on the progressive failure of the composites. The book presents two extreme cases in terms of the effect of adhesion in composite mechanics, namely failure in perfectly bonded and fully debonded particulate-filled composites. It also explores the deterministic effect of the type of particles used as fillers on composite behavior, with specific attention given to deformation and failure analysis of composites with soft rubbery fillers and hard fillers.

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8."Micromechanics & Fiber-Reinforced Composites in Biomedical Research" by Petersen Richard
“Micromechanics & Fiber-Reinforced Composites in Biomedical Research” Book Review: This book offers an overview of analytical and numerical techniques for modeling composite materials, polycrystals, laminates, and heterogeneous solids, with a focus on the connection between material properties and responses across multiple length scales ranging from the nano and microscales to the macroscale. The author’s own results and methods are integrated into the broader context of the subject matter. The book provides a detailed examination of internal and external interface stresses caused by eigenstrains, such as thermal and inelastic strains, and transformation, including those that exceed stresses caused by mechanical loads, as well as the inelastic behavior of metal matrix composites. It also covers the modeling of fiber prestress in laminates, functionally graded materials, and the properties of composites reinforced by particles of various shapes, aligned fibers, symmetric laminated plates, and metal matrix composites. This book is aimed at advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as researchers and engineers involved in the analysis and design of composite structures.

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9."Micromechanics of Composite Materials" by Dvorak
“Micromechanics of Composite Materials” Book Review: This book offers an explanation of analytical and numerical methods for modeling composite materials, laminates, polycrystals, and other heterogeneous solids. It focuses on the connection between material properties and responses on multiple length scales, ranging from nanoscale to macroscale. The book incorporates new results and methods developed by the author, and it particularly focuses on fiber prestress in laminates and modeling of functionally graded materials. It covers several key subjects related to modeling the properties of composites reinforced by particles of various shapes, aligned fibers, symmetric laminated plates, and metal matrix composites. The book is suitable for both graduate and undergraduate courses.

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6. Fiber Reinforced Composites

 
1."Principles of Composite Material Mechanics" by R F Gibson
“Principles of Composite Material Mechanics” Book Review: This book serves as an introductory guide to the mechanics of composite technologies, covering topics such as particle composites, nanocomposites, the nano enhancement of conventional fiber composites, and hybrid multiscale composites. It includes 95 worked-out problems and 212 homework problems for students to practice, along with a complete solution manual. This book is recommended for students studying mechanical, civil, and environmental engineering.

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2."Engineering Mechanics of Composite Materials" by I M Daniel and O Ishai
“Engineering Mechanics of Composite Materials” Book Review: This book provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of composite materials, covering important topics such as the elastic behavior of composite lamina, the strength of unidirectional and composite lamina, and the elastic behavior of multidirectional laminates. It discusses hygrothermal effects, stress and failure analysis of multidirectional laminates, and includes problems with solutions at the end of each chapter for students to practice. Each chapter concludes with a summary and conclusions section. This textbook is well-suited for students studying civil and mechanical engineering.

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3."Handbook of Composites" by G Lubin
“Handbook of Composites” Book Review: This book discusses advanced concepts of composites, covering topics such as basic materials, reinforcements, and various fabrication methods such as hand lay-up, bag molding, table rolling, resin transfer molding, filament winding, fiber placement, and pultrusion. It includes a dedicated section on applications, providing examples of composites with extraordinary strength and modulus-to-weight ratios. The book forecasts future developments and incorporates them into its content. It is highly recommended for mechanical and chemical engineers, as well as working professionals and researchers seeking a clear understanding of the concepts. The book includes a glossary of technical terms and statistics, and students can sharpen their problem-solving skills through solved sample problems, statistical appendices, and exercises related to biofluids. Tables and figures are explained in detail for easy comprehension. This book is suitable for both mechanical and civil engineering students.

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4."Stress Analysis of Fiber-Reinforced Composite Materials" by Michael Hyer
“Stress Analysis of Fiber-Reinforced Composite Materials” Book Review: The aim of this book is to introduce the mechanics of composite materials, covering main topics such as fiber-reinforced composites, linear elastic characteristics, prediction of engineering properties, and plane-stress assumptions. Classic lamination theory, failure theories of fiber-reinforced materials, and environmentally induced stress in laminates are also discussed. Additional worked out problems are included in every chapter. This book is designed specifically for mechanical engineering students.

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5."Fiber-Reinforced Composites: Materials, Manufacturing, and Design, Second Edition (Mechanical Engineering)" by P K Mallick
“Fiber-Reinforced Composites: Materials, Manufacturing, and Design, Second Edition (Mechanical Engineering)” Book Review: This book presents the fundamental principles of fiber-reinforced composites, covering topics such as materials, mechanics, performance, and manufacturing. It also includes discussions on design and metal and ceramic matrix composites. Each chapter ends with problems and design solutions for students to practice. This book is recommended for mechanical engineering students seeking understanding of fiber-reinforced composites.

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6."Analysis and Performance of Fiber Composites" by Bhagwan D Agarwal and Lawrence J Broutman
“Analysis and Performance of Fiber Composites” Book Review: This book is focused on the study of composites as materials, covering various important chapters such as fiber matrices, fabrication of composites, micromechanics of unidirectional composites, and short-fiber composites. It also includes other essential topics like micromechanics analysis of an orthotropic lamina, analysis of laminated composites, and analysis of laminated plates and beams. Each chapter contains a reference section for further reading and exercises for students to practice. The book is specifically designed for mechanical engineering students.

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7."Optical Microscopy of Fiber Reinforced Composites" by Brian S Hayes and Luther M Gammon
“Optical Microscopy of Fiber Reinforced Composites” Book Review: This book provides an in-depth overview of the techniques used to analyze fiber-reinforced polymer composites. Main chapters cover composite materials and optical microscopy, sample preparation and mounting, and rough grinding and polishing. Other topics include special sample preparation and polishing, reflected light microscopy, thin-section preparation and transmitted-light microscopy, and composite structure analysis. The book contains around 180 colorful images to aid comprehension, and includes detailed illustrations to clarify concepts. It is recommended for students studying mechanical engineering.

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8."Fatigue of Textile and Short Fiber Reinforced Composites" by Valter Carvelli and Stepan Lomov
“Fatigue of Textile and Short Fiber Reinforced Composites” Book Review: This book covers various principles of fatigue behavior and fiber-reinforced composites. It discusses main topics such as 2D and 3D reinforced textile composites, damage evolution under quasi-static loading, and tensile-fatigue loadings. It also covers other topics including fatigue limit and the behavior of injection-molded short-fiber composites. The book provides numerous illustrations and examples. It is intended for use by students studying mechanical engineering.

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9."Mechanics of Fiber and Textile Reinforced Cement Composites" by Barzin Mobasher
“Mechanics of Fiber and Textile Reinforced Cement Composites” Book Review: This book presents fundamental principles of mechanics for fiber and textile cement composites. The main chapters cover cement-based composites, ductile cement composite cements, and textile reinforcement in composite materials. In addition, single yarns in woven textiles, mechanical testing, and characteristic responses are discussed in detail with the aid of figures and equations. This book is designed for both civil and mechanical engineering students.

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10."Principles of Composite Material Mechanics, Second Edition (Mechanical Engineering)" by Ronald F Gibson
“Principles of Composite Material Mechanics, Second Edition (Mechanical Engineering)” Book Review: This book aims to provide a strong foundation of basic concepts and theory in composite mechanics for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing mechanical or materials science engineering. It covers computational and analytical experiences, and also briefly touches upon applications of composite mechanics to nanocomposites, composite grid structures, and composite sandwich structures. Elasticity and finite element models are discussed in detail. The book also includes updated and expanded material property tables, a greater number of example problems, and revised ASTM standard test methods.

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7. Advanced Building Materials and Composites

 
1."Failure and Damage Analysis of Advanced Materials (CISM International Centre for Mechanical Sciences)" by Tomasz Sadowski and Holm Altenbach
“Failure and Damage Analysis of Advanced Materials (CISM International Centre for Mechanical Sciences)” Book Review: The papers in this volume cover fundamental concepts and recent advancements in failure and damage analysis, with a focus on advanced materials such as composites, laminates, sandwiches, foams, and new metallic materials. The papers start with the mathematical foundations of failure analysis, including limit surfaces, symmetry considerations, and invariants. They also present new experimental results and their analysis. Additionally, the papers introduce new concepts and methods for failure prediction and analysis in advanced metallic and non-metallic materials. Based on experimental results, traditional methods of failure prediction are revised and discussed.

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2."Advanced Connection Systems for Architectural Glazing (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology)" by Roham Afghani Khoraskani
“Advanced Connection Systems for Architectural Glazing (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology)” Book Review: The focus of this book is to investigate the behavior of architectural glazing systems under earthquake conditions and to propose design solutions that can reduce or eliminate potential damage. The study examines the seismic behavior of various types of glazing systems, identifying the causes of damage in each case. The ultimate horizontal load capacity of glass curtain wall systems is defined based on the structural and geometrical characteristics, ensuring the stability of the glass components.

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3."Non-Destructive Testing and Repair of Pipelines (Engineering Materials)" by Evgeny N Barkanov and Andrei Dumitrescu
“Non-Destructive Testing and Repair of Pipelines (Engineering Materials)” Book Review: This book details effective and secure pipeline repair procedures, as well as innovative techniques for identifying and repairing volumetric and surface defects in transmission pipelines. It also examines the use of advanced materials in composite repair of corroded pipelines, discussing the physics, mechanics, and applications of such materials. Drawing on the findings of the European Commission’s INNOPIPES FRAMEWORK 7 programme, the book explores long-range ultrasonic and phased array technologies for pipeline diagnostics, examining their interactions with discontinuities and directional properties of ultrasonic antenna array. It presents the results of non-destructive testing for a range of materials applications and advanced composite repair systems, and characterizes mechanical properties using fracture methods and non-destructive techniques.

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4."Advanced Materials for Water Handling: Composites and Thermoplastics" by D V Scott
“Advanced Materials for Water Handling: Composites and Thermoplastics” Book Review: The purpose of the Handbook is to provide an overview of composite materials and their new applications, covering their properties, performance, cost-effectiveness, and environmental and regulatory impacts. It examines how the inherent properties of composite materials, coupled with advances in production technology, are enabling the adoption of previously expensive materials and processes at lower costs.

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5."Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering)" by Bai
“Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering)” Book Review: The book discusses the growing significance of fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites in maintaining and enhancing existing infrastructure. With the development of numerous innovative hybrid material and structural systems that incorporate FRP composites, there is an increased need for structural engineers and practitioners to understand the behaviour of FRP materials and design composite structures. The book offers an extensive overview of advanced FRP composites and their applications in various fields. Additionally, the review highlights a chapter that provides a brief on FRP applications and gives an outline of the book.

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6."Advanced High Strength Natural Fibre Composites in Construction" by Mizi Fan Professor and Feng Fu Professor
“Advanced High Strength Natural Fibre Composites in Construction” Book Review: This book focuses on various aspects related to advanced high strength natural fiber composites for construction. It covers the nature and behavior of raw materials and their contributions to the architecture of composites (Part 1), traditional and novel manufacturing technologies for natural fiber construction materials (Part 2), the performance and parameters of composites (Part 3), and the associated codes, standards, and sustainable development of these materials in construction (Part 4). Part 4 will also discuss environmental science as it applies to construction.

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7."Mechanical Testing of Advanced Fibre Composites" by John M Hodgkinson
“Mechanical Testing of Advanced Fibre Composites” Book Review: This book focuses on the design of structures or components and the relationship between their performance and the properties of the materials used. Composite materials, in particular, can present complex problems in the testing of their structural performance, even with isotropic, homogeneous materials. Mechanical Testing of Advanced Fibre Composites provides a comprehensive overview of composites made of advanced fibers in a plastic matrix and the general principles to tackle such problems. Expert contributors examine how these materials react to different types of loading, including tensile, compressive, shear, short- or long-term, and in various environments that might significantly modify their behavior.

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8."Advanced Composites in Bridge Construction and Repair (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering)" by Yail Jimmy Kim
“Advanced Composites in Bridge Construction and Repair (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering)” Book Review: This is a comprehensive book by Yail Jimmy Kim that covers the latest developments and applications of composite materials in bridge construction and repair. The book is divided into three parts: Introduction to Advanced Composites in Bridge Engineering, Advanced Composites in Bridge Construction, and Advanced Composites in Bridge Repair. Topics covered include the properties and behavior of composites, design and analysis of composite bridges, construction techniques, and repair methodologies. This book is a valuable resource for engineers, researchers, and students interested in the use of advanced composites in bridge engineering.

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9."Innovative Developments of Advanced Multifunctional Nanocomposites in Civil and Structural Engineering (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering)" by Kenneth Loh and Satish Nagarajaiah
“Innovative Developments of Advanced Multifunctional Nanocomposites in Civil and Structural Engineering (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering)” Book Review: This book provides a comprehensive overview of the impact of nanotechnology on various fields of science and engineering. It explores the control and manipulation of materials at the nano-scale, which has led to the development of high-performance devices with diverse applications. The authors discuss the advances in synthesizing, imaging, and manipulating materials at the nano-level, providing engineers with new and versatile tools to create innovative solutions. Nanomaterials are examined in detail, highlighting their unique properties such as high surface-to-mass ratios and reactivity, which distinguish them from their bulk counterparts.

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