Author(s)

Jianzhao Zhao, S.V. Hoa & X. Xiao

Abstract

This paper presents a knowledge-embedded database system for composite material selection. The main purpose to develop this system is to provide engineering designers, whether experienced or not with composite materials, a tool in decision making in selecting composite materials. Presently, this knowledge-embedded database system includes four functions: BROWES DATA, SEARCH DATA, EDIT DATA and SELECT MATERIALS. The search for materials can be done by specifying windows of mechanical properties, physical properties, chemical properties etc.. "SELECT MATERIALS" enables the designer to make decision for selecting composite materials or selecting suitable reinforcements and matrix materials to develop new composites acc

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