327-0610-00L  Composites

SemesterAutumn Semester 2022
LecturersF. J. Clemens, A. Winistörfer
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionGerman
CommentOnly for students materials science bachelor regulations 2017.



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
327-0610-00 VVerbundwerkstoffe Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers.
Wird ausnahmsweise im HS22 im Selbststudium angeboten.
2 hrsF. J. Clemens, A. Winistörfer
327-0610-00 UVerbundwerkstoffe Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers.
Wird ausnahmsweise im HS22 im Selbststudium angeboten.
1 hrsF. J. Clemens, A. Winistörfer

Catalogue data

AbstractIntroduction of basic concepts for composites with polymer- metal- and ceramic matrix composites; production and properties of composites reinforced with particles, whiskers, short and long fibres; selection criteria, case histories of applications, recycling, future perspectives, and basic concepts for adaptive and functional composites
Learning objectiveGain an insight into the diversity of opportunities to change the properties of composites, learn about the most important applications and processing techniques
Content1. Introduction
1.1 What are advanced composites?
1.2 What are materials by combination?
1.3 Are composites an idea of today?
1.4 Delphi foresight
1.5 Why composites?
1.6 References for chapter 1

2. Basic modules
2.1 Particles
2.2 Short fibres including whiskers
2.3 Long fibres
2.4 Matrix materials
2.4.1 Polymers
2.4.2 Metals
2.4.3 Ceramics and glasses
2.5 References for chapter 2

3. PMC: Polymer Matrix Composites
3.1 Historical background
3.2 Types of PMC-laminates
3.3 Production, processing and machining operation
3.4 Mechanics of reinforcement, microstructure, interfaces
3.5 Failure criteria
3.6 Fatigue behaviour of a multiply composite
3.7 Adaptive materials systems
3.8 References for chapter 3

4. MMC: Metal matrix composites
4.1 Introduction: Definitions, selection criteria und "design"
4.2 Types von MMCs - examples und typical properties
4.3 Mechanical and physical properties of MMCs - basics of design, influencing variables and damage mechanisms
4.4 Production processes
4.5 Micro structure / interfaces
4.6 machining operations for MMC
4.7 Applications
4.8 References for chapter 4

5. CMC: Ceramic Matrix Composites
5.1 Introduction and historical background
5.2 Modes of reinforcement
5.3 Production processes
5.4 Mechanisms of reinforcement
5.5 Micro structure / interfaces
5.6 Properties
5.7 Applications
5.8 Materials testing and quality assurance
5.9 References for chapter 5
Lecture notesThe script will be delivered at the begin of the semester
LiteratureThe script is including a comprehensive list of references
Prerequisites / NoticeBefore each class, students will get a handout or they can be uploaded from the internet.

The exercises take place in small groups. It is their goal to deepen knowledge gained in the classes

written end of semester examination

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits3 credits
ExaminersF. J. Clemens, A. Winistörfer
Typeend-of-semester examination
Language of examinationGerman
RepetitionA repetition date will be offered in the first two weeks of the semester immediately consecutive.
Mode of examinationwritten 120 minutes
Written aidsNone

Learning materials

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Only public learning materials are listed.

Groups

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Restrictions

General : Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers

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ProgrammeSectionType
Materials Science BachelorBasic Courses Part 3OInformation