Matrix Cracking in Ceramic-Matrix Composites

This book focuses on the matrix cracking behavior in ceramic-matrix composites (CMCs), including first matrix cracking behavior, matrix cracking evolution behavior, matrix crack opening and closure behavior considering temperature and oxidation. The micro-damage mechanisms are analyzed, and the micromechanical damage models are developed to characterize the cracking behavior. Experimental matrix cracking behavior of different CMCs at room and elevated temperatures is predicted. The book can help the material scientists and engineering designers to better understand the cracking behavior in CMCs.

Dr. Longbiao Li is a lecturer in the College of Civil Aviation at the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China. His research focuses on the vibration, fatigue, damage, fracture, reliability, safety, and durability of aircraft and aero engine. In this research area, he is the first author of 172 SCI journal publications (47 JCR Q1), 8 monographs, 3 edited books, 3 textbooks, 3 chapters, 21 Chinese patents, 2 US patents, and more than 20 refereed conference proceedings. He has been involved in different projects related to structural damage, reliability, and airworthiness design for aircraft and aero engines, supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China, Comac Company, and AECC Commercial Aircraft Engine Company.