CHAPTER 17
Engineering Materials
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, the student will be able:
- To understand the properties and compositions of the engineering materials
- To demonstrate the mechanical properties of the engineering materials
- To describe the alloys of ferrous and non-ferrous materials
- To describe the composition and applications of plastics, ceramics, timber, polymer, and composite materials
17.1 INTRODUCTION
Engineering materials play a vital role in this modern age of science and technology. Various kinds of materials are used in industry to meet the requirements of human beings. The selection of a specific material for a particular use is a very complex process. However, one can simplify the choice if the ...
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