Analysis of Laminated Composite Structures is a graduate-level textbook on the analysis of laminated composite structures. This text is designed for an advanced course in composite structures and assumes that the reader will have had introductory courses in statics, strength of materials and composite materials. It is also assumed that the reader will have completed university level courses in multi-variable calculus, differential equations and linear algebra. The text was created specifically for graduate students interested in composite structures and is based on Professor Vel’s experience teaching the related subject matter.

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