Concept explainers
The tensile modulus of the composite in the direction of the fibers.
The elastic strain in the composite.
Answer to Problem 85AAP
The tensile modulus of the composite in the direction of the fibers is
The elastic strain in the composite is
Explanation of Solution
Write the equation for the rule of mixture for the ceramic-matrix composites.
Here, modulus of elasticity of composite is
Write the equation to calculate the elastic strain in the composite.
Here, elastic strain in the composite is
Conclusion:
Substitute
Thus, the tensile modulus of the composite in the direction of the fibers is
Substitute
Thus, the elastic strain in the composite is
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