Materials Selection

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In theoretical and theoretical-practical classes are presented the contents that allow the knowledge of the properties and applications of the studied materials, the manufacturing processes and methods of selection of materials. For this purpose, in theoretical-practical classes, commercial catalogs are often consulted, made the presentation of examples of materials in a wide range of materials gathered for the purpose, and also carried out some tests to determine mechanical properties. In the end, are presented different case studies of material selection for specific applications, taking into account the pre-requirements defined. 

Characterization of the major classes of engineering materials, making a comparison of metallic materials with polymers, ceramics and composites
Presentation of the properties of different types of materials. Examples of the application of these materials in the industry.
Description and application of methods for selecting materials.
Selection of materials, depending on the requirements of the design, processing methods and economic requirements.

Part I: Characterization of material classes; Properties and application examples of the most representative materials of each class

Metallic materials:
Classification, properties and applications of non-alloy steels , alloy steels , cast irons , aluminum alloys, copper, magnesium , titanium, zinc and nickel .

Polymeric materials:
Classification, properties and applications of thermoplastics , thermosets and elastomers used in engineering .

Ceramic materials:
Classification, properties and applications of traditional and technic ceramics , and glasses. Processing of technical ceramics .

Composite materials:
Classification of composites according with the type of matrix and reinforcement . Composite reinforcements and matrices. Advanced Composites.

Part II: Methodology for selecting materials and manufacturing processes, case studies.

Presentation and correlation of the main properties and parameters that characterize the materials
Manufacturing processes
Quantification of properties. Correlation between function, material , form and process .
Selection of candidate materials and manufacturing processes.
Decision matrix for selection of materials. Analysis and selection of materials in case studies.

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Recommended bibliography:
• SMITH W. (1998), Princípios da Ciência e Engenharia de Materiais, 3.ª edição, McGraw-Hill.
• BARRALIS J. (1997), Prontuário de Metalurgia, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian.
• HONEYCOMB, R. – (1981), Aços, Microestrutura e Propriedades, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian.
• SILVA L. (2013), Materiais de Construção, Publindústria.
• MANO, E. (2004), Introdução a Polímeros, Edgard Bucher.
• MOURA M. (2009), Materiais Compósitos, Materiais, Fabrico e Comportamento Mecânico, 2ª edição, Publindústria.
• Ashby M., Shercliff H. and Cebon D. (2010) Materials : engineering, science, processing and design, 2nd edition, Amsterdam [etc.] : Butterworth-Heinemann, 

Complementary bibliography:
• An Introduction to Advanced Composites and Prepeg Tecnologies, Centre of Composites Technology.
• ASHBY, M. (2007), Materials Enginnering, Science, Processing and Design, Elsevier Butterworth-Heinemann.
• ASHBY, M. (2005), Materials Selection in Mechanical Design, 3th edition, Elsevier Butterworth-Heineman.
• CARDELLI, F. (2000),  Materials Handbook, A Concise Desktop Reference, Second edition, Springer.
• An Introduction to Advanced Composites and Prepeg Tecnologies, Centre of Composites Technology.
• GRANTA EduPack, https://www.ansys.com/products/materials/granta-edupack
• MatWeb, Your Source for Materials Information, www.matweb.com