Course title
C06605003
Composite Materials

YUMOTO Atsushi Click to show questionnaire result at 2019
Course description
The discussion about the different type of composites, such as fiber-reinforced, particulate-reinforced and dispersion-reinforced, is performed. This course introduces performance of composite materials, understanding the rule of mixture, strength and fracture behavior for structural application. Manufacturing and fabrication processing of polymer matrix-, metal matrix- and ceramic matrix- composites and their characterization.
Purpose of class
The aim of this course is to help students acquire the basic concepts and principles of composite materials. It also enhances the development of students’ skill in design of composite materials.
Goals and objectives
  1. The goal of this course is to understand mechanical and physical properties of composite materials.
  2. Understanding of design of polymer matrix-, metal matrix- and ceramic matrix- composites and their characterization.
  3. Understanding of fabrication processing of composite materials.
Language
Japanese
Class schedule

Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Guidance and Outline In advance to attend the 1st round of lectures read the syllabus. 190minutes
2. Definition of composite material, classification based on matrix and topology, constituents of composites Print (1) 190minutes
3. Matrix materials Print (2) 190minutes
4. Reinforcement materials (fiber) Print (3) 190minutes
5. Reinforcement materials (particle) Print (3) 190minutes
6. Rule of mixture Print (4) 190minutes
7. Interfaces and interphases, Distribution of constituents Print (5) 190minutes
8. Fiber reinforced plastic Print (6) 190minutes
9. Prepregs (pre-impregnated composites) Print (6) 190minutes
10. Metal matrix composites Print (7) 190minutes
11. Preform Print (7) 190minutes
12. Manufacturing and fabrication methods Print (8) 190minutes
13. Control of fiber/particle and porosity content, fiber/particle distribution, Interfacial reaction of matrix-reinforcing component, strength analysis Print (9) 190minutes
14. Final exam and its review for practice Print (1) - (10) 190minutes
Total. - - 2660minutes
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

Short reports Term-end examination Total.
1. 10% 30% 40%
2. 10% 20% 30%
3. 10% 20% 30%
Total. 30% 70% -
Evaluation method and criteria
Your final grade will be calculated according to the following process: Short reports (30%), Term-end examination (70%).
Textbooks and reference materials
Document to distribute
Prerequisites
N/A
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • After class
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
Active-learning course
More than one class is interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
N/A 該当しない
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 7.AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
  • 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
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