Mechanics of Failure Mechanisms in Structures

By R.L. Carlson, James I. Craig, George A. Kardomateas, et al.

Book Overview

This book examines the mechanisms and underlying mechanics of failure in materials including metals, ceramics, polymers, composites and bio-materials. Covers fracture, fatigue, buckling, bio-material failure in prosthetic heart valves and hip joints and more.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9400742517
• ISBN13: 9789400742512
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 97 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"