Mechanics of Elastic Composites

Starting with an introductory review of tensor calculus and the fundamentals of linear elastostatics, this book explores the 3-dimensional theory of elastic composites, from the classical aspects of laminates to developed results and methods related to the buckling of fiber reinforced composite strips and stability analysis of composite laminates.
This is a comprehensive, reader-friendly treatment of the theory behind modern elastic composite materials. The treatment includes recently developed results and methods drawn from research papers published in Eastern Europe that until now were unavailable in many western countries. Among the book's many notable features is the inclusion of more than 400 problems, many of which are solved at the end of the book. Mechanics of Elastic Composites is an outstanding textbook for graduate-level course work and a valuable reference for engineers and researchers. Developed over many years by leading experts in the field, this book will remain an important contribution to the literature for years to come.