Structural engineering materials must be both strong (resistant to deformation) and tough (able to resist fracture in the presence of a crack or other discontinuity). However, metallic materials ...

Compared to metals such as aluminum and steel, the number of stiffness and strength properties associated with polymer matrix composites (PMCs) is extensive. For metals, these mechanical properties ...

Concrete is an indispensable construction material and popular due its durability, cost-effectiveness, fire resistance, and expedited construction properties. Concrete is made by combining several ...

Knowing the force required to progressively separate two bonded, flexible adherends gives engineers an understanding of the direct measure of the adhesive bond strength in a bonded joint. Therefore, ...