The Influence of Stacking Sequence on Laminate Strength.
Abstract
Based upon considerations relating to the nature of the interlaminar stresses in composite laminates, an approach is presented to predict the detailed stacking sequence of specific layer orientations which leads to optimum protection against delamination under uniaxial static and fatigue loadings. It is argued that the interlaminar normal stress, as well as the interlaminar shear stress, is instrumental in precipatating delamination and subsequent strength degradation. Correlation with existing experimental evidence of the stacking sequence phenomenon is presented. (Author-PL)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0725753
Entities
People
- N. J. Pagano
- R. Byron Pipes
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory