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All of the commonly used plate and shell theories, shear deformation plate and shell theories, analytical solutions, and finite element models within one bookThe latest advances in materials modelingWorked examples in each chapter that illustrate difficult concepts, deepen understanding, and demonstrate typical applicationsMore than 300 figures and tables that also illustrate concepts and provide ready data for use in the analysis, design, or comparison of composite structuresSummaryThe use of composite materials in engineering structures continues to increase dramatically, and there have been equally significant advances in modeling for general and composite materials and structures in particular. To reflect these developments, renowned author, educator, and researcher J.N. Reddy created an enhanced second edition of his standard-setting Mechanics of Laminated Composite Plates and Shells: Theory and Analysis.This edition includes:A chapter dedicated to the theory and analysis of laminated shellsDiscussions addressing smart structures and functionally graded materialsReorganization of chapters that improves and clarifies presentationAdditional exercises and examplesA timelessly valuable resource, this book approaches the subject primarily in terms of the finite element method. It provides incomparably full, self-contained coverage of the theories, analytical solutions, and linear and nonlinear finite element models of plate and shell laminated composite structures.