Publisher's Synopsis
This extensive collection of papers constitutes an invaluable source of information covering the current state of the art with regard to manufacturing science and engineering, and focussing on Advanced Composite Materials. These 534 peer-reviewed papers are grouped into 12 chapters: CAD/CAM; Ceramic-Matrix Composites; Coatings, Damage Mechanics; Design of Materials and Components, Environmental Effects; Metal-Matrix Composites; Modelling; Non-Destructive Evaluation; Polymer-Matrix Composites; Processing and Manufacturing, Properties and Performance; Prototyping Reinforcement Materials, Repair, Testing; Thermoplastic Composites; Nanotechnology.