<p>A Global-Local finite element approach was used to investigate the interlaminar stresses in laminated composite plates with a central circular hole. Detailed solutions were sought for the interlaminar normal stress ...

<p>Composite materials are considered here as structural materials of highway bridge superstructures. Bridge deck designs can be done according to <i>AASHTO</i>¹ specification and elastic design concepts. </p><p> ...

A micro mechanical finite element model to compute the overall instantaneous stiffness of fiber-reinforced composites in elastic-plastic response is presented. The model is applicable to a periodic diamond array of elastic ...

While the study of compression after impact of laminated composites has been under consideration for many years. the complexity of the damage initiated by low velocity impact has not lent itself to simple predictive models ...

The strain induced into isotropic flat plates by surface bonded and embedded piezoceramic patches was investigated. The free piezoceramic patch voltage/strain response was characterized using moire interferometry and ...

The need for better impact resistant composites has resulted in the development of many toughened resin systems. A combination of a tougher resin system along with higher strength fibers increases the impact resistance of ...

The influence of crenulated noncircular fibers on the micromechanical stress states due to a transverse strain and to a temperature change in carbon/carbon composites is examined using the finite element method. Stresses ...