Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers (4th Edition)
Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers (4th Edition)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780134320533
Author: Michael S. Mamlouk, John P. Zaniewski
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 11, Problem 11.22QP
To determine

The volume fraction of the fibers and matrix needed.

The modulus of elasticity of the composite.

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