Smart Structures: Analysis and Design

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A. V. Srinivasan (Strategic Technologies, Inc.) D. Michael McFarland (University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign)

Smart Structures

Analysis and Design

A. V. Srinivasan (Strategic Technologies, Inc.), D. Michael McFarland (University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign)

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Cambridge University Pres
02 April 2001

Mathematics & Sciences; Mechanical engineering; Materials science; Structural engineering

Smart structures and structural components have unusual abilities: they can sense a change in temperature, pressure, or strain; diagnose a problem; and initiate an appropriate action in order to preserve structural integrity and continue to perform their intended functions. Smart structures can also store processes in memory and learn to repeat the actions taken. Among the many applications are aircraft sensors that warn of impending cracks and medical devices that monitor blood sugar and deliver insulin. This text provides the basic information needed to analyze and design smart devices and structures. Among topics covered are piezoelectric crystals, shape memory alloys,

electrorheological fluids, vibration absorbers, fiber optics, and mistuning. A final chapter offers an intriguing view of

biomimetics and design strategies that can be incorporated at the microstructural level deriving inspiration from biological structures. The design of smart structures is at the cutting edge of engineering research and development, and there is a great need for an introductory book on the subject. This book will be welcomed by both students and practising engineers.

By: A. V. Srinivasan (Strategic Technologies Inc.), D. Michael McFarland (University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign)
Imprint: Cambridge University Pres
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 179mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 500g
ISBN: 9780521659772
ISBN 10: 0521659779
Pages: 242
Publication Date: 02 April 2001
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Other merchandise
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Smart Structures: Analysis and Design

'Recent devastating earthquakes prove that building smart structural designs could be a lifesaver. This book provides an excellent basis for training engineers to do just that.' Steven Hill, New Scientist The material for the book has been developed through courses taught by the authors, and it shows. Engineers and students will find it a very practical volume, with pages of equations and problems...This book provides an excellent basis for training engineers. New Scientist