Durability of Composites in a Marine Environment [Paperback]

Composites are widely used in marine applications. There is considerable experience of glass reinforced resins in boats and ships but these are usually not highly loaded. However, for new areas such as offshore and ocean energy there is a need for highly loaded structures to survive harsh conditions for 20 years or more. High performance composites are therefore being proposed. This book provides an overview of the state of the art in predicting the long term durability of composite marine structures. The following points are covered:

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?????? Damage induced by water

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?????? In-service experience.

This is essential reading for all those involved with composites in the marine industry, from initial design and calculation through to manufacture and service exploitation. It also provides information unavailable elsewhere on the mechanisms involved in degradation and how to take account of them. Ensuring long term durability is not only necessary for safety reasons, but will also determine the economic viability of future marine structures.

Introduction

Durability of Composites in the Marine Environment; John Summerscales

Water Sorption Thermodynamics in Polymer Matrices; Pellegrino Musto et al.

Humid Ageing of Organic Matrix Composites; X. Colin and J. Verdu

WaterMechanical Property Coupling; F. Jacquemin and S. Fr?our

Effect of Sea Water on Polymeric Marine Composites; Akawut Siriruk and Dayakar Penumadu

Seawater Aging of Vinylester and Carbon Reinforced Vinylester; A.M. Figliolini and L.A. Carlsson

Effect of Water Absorptil"