Due to the increased use of composite materials in aerospace, energy, automobile, and civil infrastructure applications, concern over composite material failure

This highly comprehensive, introductory book explains the basics of structural health monitoring aspects of composite structures. This book serve as an all-in-o

The book focuses especially on the application of SHM technology to thin walled structural systems made from carbon fiber reinforced plastics. Here, guided elas

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