Design and Modeling of Lightweight Polymer Composite Structures
Akarsh Verma, Naman Jain, Avinash Parashar, Vinay Kumar Singh, M. R. Sanjay, Suchart Siengchin
Abstract
This chapter explores the subject of design and modeling of lightweight polymer composite structures. Among all the composites, polymers matrix-based composites are the lightest and hold various unique properties that are advantageous over its counterparts. Here, the micro-mechanical design of lamina and laminates is discussed followed by the visco-elastic behavior of the lightweight polymer matrix composite structures. Finally, the authors have discussed the design of lightweight polymer composite structures through molecular dynamics technique.
Topics & Concepts
Composite numberMaterials sciencePolymerComposite materialPolymer Nanocomposites and PropertiesSilicone and Siloxane ChemistryMechanical Behavior of Composites