Dept of Materials and Manufacturing Eng
MPM019 Metal and Ceramic Matrix Composites 6.0 ECTS credits
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General information about studying at Luleå University
TIMEPERIOD: Q IV
LANGUAGE: English
EXAMINER
Richard Warren Prof
PREREQUISITES
Basic knowledge in materials science
COURSE AIM
The aim of the course is to give a deeper understanding of ceramic and metal matrix composites.
CONTENTS
Introduction and applications. Reinforcements, preparation, structure, properties, Weibull-type treatments. Micromechanics of ceramic matrix composites, residual stresses, high temperature behaviour, toughening mechanisms. Metal matrix composites, micromechanics, physical properties, high temperature stability, chemical compatibility, oxidation.
TEACHING
Lectures, tutorials, laboratory exercises including homework. Participation in laboratory exercises is obligatory.
EXAMINATION
Written examination at the end of the course.
COURSE GRADE SCALE:
ITEMS AND CREDITS
Laboratory work 1.5 ECTS
Written exam 4.5 ECTS
COURSE LITERATURE
Own printed course notes.
Additional recommended literature (not compulsory):
Ceramic Matrix Composites - R. Warren, Chapman & Hall 1991
Ceramic Matrix Composites - K.K. Chawla, Chapman & Hall 1993
An Introduction to Metal Matrix Composites - T.W. Clyne and P.J. Withens, Cambridge University Press 1993
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