What forces are structural materials subjected to? How do materials behave under load? How suitable are they for particular uses? And how are key properties of materials determined?
Chapters
• Using materials in structures
• Forces in action
• Translational and rotational forces
• Cantilevers
• Stable equilibrium and free-body diagrams
• Materials and their properties
• Different forms of carbon
• Measuring the properties of materials
• Stress/strain graphs
• Young’s modulus
• Brittle vs ductile
• Composites: reinforced concrete
• Composites: carbon fibre
• Worked examples
• Types of bonding: their impact on properties
• Materials and nanotechnology
The DVD is supported with teacher notes and student worksheets.
| Teacher Notes | Yes |
| Year Levels | Senior secondary and Tertiary |
| Format | DVD |
| Duration | 43 min |
| Year Produced | 2008 |
| School Price | $110 incl GST (+$8 p&h In Aust/ elsewhere POA) |
