Aircraft Materials and Analysis - 9780071831130

Complete coverage everything from aircraft design and systems to materials behaviors and stress factors

Written by a professor at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Aircraft Materials and Analysis offers comprehensive information on aircraft design and manufacturing. Ideal for students and professionals in the aviation design and maintenance fields, the book addresses all aspects of aircraft design and systems, from industry-standard materials to stress-strain behaviors, both in-flight and on the ground. The discussion on accident investigations examines stress factors, fatigue, and material behavior and how these influences contribute to aircraft malfunction.

• Covers design standards and maintenance and inspection requirements for military and commercial aircraft
• End-of-chapter questions reinforce essential topics
• Describes materials behaviors, including stresses, loads, fatigue, and corrosion
• Serves as both an undergraduate textbook and a reference for professionals and FAA certification seekers