COMPOSITE

Answer all the questions

Part-A
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1. Find the following for a graphite/epoxy unidirectional lamina havingE1=181 GPa, E2=10.3 GPa,
v12=0.28 and G12=7.17GPa(a) Reduced stiffness matrix,If the applied stresses are 1= 2 MPa, 2= 3 MPa and 12=4 MPa.
2. For Glass epoxy, Er= 85 GPa, Em= 3.4 GPa, Vm= 0.3, v12= 0.25.Find the Minor Poissons ratio V21
and shear modulus G12, If fiber volume fraction is 60%.
3. Write down the stress strain relation for 3-D and 2-D orthotropic materials.
4. What are voids in composites?
5. Define cross ply laminate with examples.
Part-B
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6. Define composites. What are the advantages and disadvantages of composites? Explain its
different application (OR)
7. Give the broad classification of composite materials with examples.
8. (a) List down the various materials used in composite laminates and their properties. (b) Explain
the difference between thermoset and thermoplastic matrix materials
( OR)
9. Derive the expression for elastic constants in the stress-strain relation in terms of material
constants EI, Et, GIt and vIt. Here I represent fiber direction, t represent transverse direction.
10. For the graphite epoxy unidirectional lamina, find the following, 1.Compliance Matrix 2.Minor
poissions ratio 3.Reduced Stiffness Matrix 4. Strains if 1= 2MPa, 2 =-3MPa, 12 =4Mpa and
From the table of graphite/epoxy, E1=181GPa, E2=10.3Gpa, v12 =0.28, G12=7.17Gpa(OR)
11. Derive the Classical Lamination Theory
12. Explain the following failure theories which are applicable for composite laminates(a) Maximum
stress failure theory (b) Maximum failure theory(OR)
13. Derive the governing differential equation for a laminated orthotropicplate

ROCKET
Part-A
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What are the different types of Igniter?

Define structural efficiency and payload ratio.
What is impulsive shot?
What is culmination time?
What material you suggest for ablative cooling of reentry bodies.

Part-B
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6. Explain in detail Pyrotechnic igniter with neat sketch.
Or
7. Describe the following :
(a) Propellant slosh and propellant hammer. (5)
(b) Gysering effect. (5)

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8. Derive the equation for finding force and moment acting on missile passing through
atmosphere.
Or
9. What is rocket dispersion? Explain the factors causing them.
10. (a)Derive the Tsiolkovsky equation under the influence of aerodynamic, gravitational and thrust
force.
Or
11. Derive the equation for inclined trajectory of rocket motion under constant gravitational field
and zero drag.
12. Derive the expression for separation velocity imparted by the helical spring
Or
13. Explain in detail about TVC AND SITVC

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