Smart Structures: Analysis and Design

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Smart Structures: Analysis and Design
Authors and Contributors      By (author) A. V. Srinivasan
By (author) D. Michael McFarland
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:242
Dimensions(mm): Height 244,Width 170
Category/GenreMechanical engineering
Materials science
Structural engineering
ISBN/Barcode 9780521659772
ClassificationsDewey:624.17
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 13 Tables, unspecified; 15 Halftones, unspecified; 146 Line drawings, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 6 November 2000
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

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.

Reviews

'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