ENGR 441 : Fundamentals of Composite Materials
| Prerequisites: | MATH 245 and ENGR 309; major/minor. |
| Description: | Mechanics of long-, short-, and particle-reinforced composites. Stress, strain, and stiffness transformations. Mechanics of a single orthotropic ply. Laminated plate theory. Residual stress, fracture mechanics, delamination, fatigue; environmental effects, and thermomechanical properties. Manufacturing processes. Composites design, sustainability and recycling. (Plus-minus letter grade.) |
| Units: | 3 |
