Material Methods
Material Methods

Author: Sophie Woodward

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2019-09-30

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13: 1526479036

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Material Methods brings together resources for researchers investigating both the material, as well as the social world through material objects we design, buy, make, exchange and collect. It covers the whole research process, from theoretical underpinnings, selection of methods and their possible uses, as well as representing and analysing data. It introduces students and researchers to the wide range of cross-disciplinary methods which help us to approach and interpret material culture and materials. The book also provides students and researchers with the tools to critically reflect upon pre-existing methods to see their limitations as well as possibilities, and apply them to their own research practice.

How to Practice Academic Medicine and Publish from Developing Countries?
How to Practice Academic Medicine and Publish from Developing Countries?

Author: Samiran Nundy

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-10-23

Total Pages: 475

ISBN-13: 9811652481

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This is an open access book. The book provides an overview of the state of research in developing countries – Africa, Latin America, and Asia (especially India) and why research and publications are important in these regions. It addresses budding but struggling academics in low and middle-income countries. It is written mainly by senior colleagues who have experienced and recognized the challenges with design, documentation, and publication of health research in the developing world. The book includes short chapters providing insight into planning research at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, issues related to research ethics, and conduct of clinical trials. It also serves as a guide towards establishing a research question and research methodology. It covers important concepts such as writing a paper, the submission process, dealing with rejection and revisions, and covers additional topics such as planning lectures and presentations. The book will be useful for graduates, postgraduates, teachers as well as physicians and practitioners all over the developing world who are interested in academic medicine and wish to do medical research.

An Introduction to Standard Methods of Concrete Repair for Water Resources Structures
An Introduction to Standard Methods of Concrete Repair for Water Resources Structures

Author: J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.

Publisher: Guyer Partners

Published: 2021-03-21

Total Pages: 87

ISBN-13:

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Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and construction managers interested in methods to repair damaged concrete in water resources and building structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. STANDARD METHODS OF CONCRETE REPAIR 2. SEALERS AND COATINGS 3. THIN REPAIRS 4. THICK REPAIRS 5. CRACK AND WATER LEAK REPAIRS 6. CLEANUP.

The Material Point Method
The Material Point Method

Author: Vinh Phu Nguyen

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023-04-11

Total Pages: 475

ISBN-13: 3031240707

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This book provides an introduction to the fundamental theory, practical implementation, and core and emerging applications of the material point method (MPM) and its variants. The MPM combines the advantages of both finite element analysis (FEM) and meshless/meshfree methods (MMs) by representing the material by a set of particles overlaid on a background mesh that serves as a computational scratchpad. The book shows how MPM allows a robust, accurate, and efficient simulation of a wide variety of material behaviors without requiring overly complex implementations. MPM and its variants have been shown to be successful in simulating a large number of high deformation and complicated engineering problems such as densification of foam, sea ice dynamics, landslides, and energetic device explosions, to name a few, and have recently found applications in the movie industry. It is hoped that this comprehensive exposition on MPM variants and their applications will not only provide an opportunity to re-examine previous contributions, but also to re-organize them in a coherent fashion and in anticipation of new advances. Sample algorithms for the solutions of benchmark problems are provided online so that researchers and graduate students can modify these algorithms and develop their own solution algorithms for specific problems. The goal of this book is to provide students and researchers with a theoretical and practical knowledge of the material point method to analyze engineering problems, and it may help initiate and promote further in-depth studies on the subjects discussed.

Material Characterization Techniques For Beginners
Material Characterization Techniques For Beginners

Author: Dr Geeta Nair, Dr Smita Survase, Dr. Pallavi Raote, Dr Rucha A. Naik, Dr. Shruti Barve

Publisher: BFC Publications

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 9357642633

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Characterization is the most important step in the study of materials. The various techniques used for material characterization gives one the knowledge about structure and properties of materials. The present book titled "Material Characterization Techniques for Beginners" is intended to expose readers to various techniques available for material characterization. The book is divided into four themes, Imaging Techniques, Spectroscopy. Diffraction and Scattering Techniques and Electrical Characterization Techniques. The present book is multidisciplinary and designed to be a complete reference book for students at undergraduate and postgraduate level. The book deals with various techniques available for material characterization under the four themes mentioned above. The principle and working of each technique are explained in a simple and lucid language. Also, it includes the application of these techniques and which technique to be used for a particular study.

An Introduction to Automotive Composites
An Introduction to Automotive Composites

Author: Nick Tucker

Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1859572790

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This book is an upb306d and expanded version of the course notes for the Composite Awareness course run by the Warwick Manufacturing Group in 1998-1999. The book gives readers an appreciation of composites, materials properties, manufacturing technologies and the wider implications of using composites in the automotive sector. It will be useful for those already working with composites in automotive applications and for those who are considering using them in the future.

An Introduction to Earthwork for Foundations for Professional Engineers
An Introduction to Earthwork for Foundations for Professional Engineers

Author: J. Paul Guyer

Publisher: Guyer Partners

Published: 2023-04-23

Total Pages: 53

ISBN-13:

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Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers and construction managers interested in excavation for foundations for buildings and infrastructure. Here is what is discussed: 1. EXCAVATION AND PREPARATION FOR FOUNDATIONS, 2. BACKFILL OPERATIONS, 3. SPECIFICATION PROVISIONS, 4. CONSTRUCTION CONTROL.

Introduction to the Finite Element Method and Implementation with MATLAB®
Introduction to the Finite Element Method and Implementation with MATLAB®

Author: Gang Li

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2020-07-30

Total Pages: 525

ISBN-13: 110857386X

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Connecting theory with numerical techniques using MATLAB®, this practical textbook equips students with the tools required to solve finite element problems. This hands-on guide covers a wide range of engineering problems through nine well-structured chapters including solid mechanics, heat transfer and fluid dynamics; equilibrium, steady state and transient; and 1-D, 2-D and 3-D problems. Engineering problems are discussed using case study examples, which are solved using a systematic approach, both by examining the steps manually and by implementing a complete MATLAB®code. This topical coverage is supplemented by discourse on meshing with a detailed explanation and implementation of 2-D meshing algorithms. Introducing theory and numerical techniques alongside comprehensive examples this text increases engagement and provides students with the confidence needed to implement their own computer codes to solve given problems.

The Material Point Method
The Material Point Method

Author: Xiong Zhang

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2016-10-26

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 0124078559

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The Material Point Method: A Continuum-Based Particle Method for Extreme Loading Cases systematically introduces the theory, code design, and application of the material point method, covering subjects such as the spatial and temporal discretization of MPM, frequently-used strength models and equations of state of materials, contact algorithms in MPM, adaptive MPM, the hybrid/coupled material point finite element method, object-oriented programming of MPM, and the application of MPM in impact, explosion, and metal forming. Recent progresses are also stated in this monograph, including improvement of efficiency, memory storage, coupling/combination with the finite element method, the contact algorithm, and their application to problems. - Provides a user's guide and several numerical examples of the MPM3D-F90 code that can be downloaded from a website - Presents models that describe different types of material behaviors, with a focus on extreme events. - Includes applications of MPM and its extensions in extreme events, such as transient crack propagation, impact/penetration, blast, fluid-structure interaction, and biomechanical responses to extreme loading