Introduction to aerospace materials

The structural materials used in airframe and propulsion systems influence the cost, performance and safety of aircraft, and an understanding of the wide range of materials used and the issues surrounding them is essential for the student of aerospace engineering.Introduction to aerospace materials...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Mouritz, Adrian P. (-)
Format: eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Cambridge, England ; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ; New Delhi, India : Woodhead Publishing 2012.
Edition:1st edition
Series:Woodhead Publishing in materials
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Summary:The structural materials used in airframe and propulsion systems influence the cost, performance and safety of aircraft, and an understanding of the wide range of materials used and the issues surrounding them is essential for the student of aerospace engineering.Introduction to aerospace materials reviews the main structural and engine materials used in aircraft, helicopters and spacecraft in terms of their production, properties, performance and applications.The first three chapters of the book introduce the reader to the range of aerospace materials, focusing on recent developments
Item Description:Description based upon print version of record.
Physical Description:1 online resource (637 p.)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.
ISBN:9780857095152