Multiscale Stochastic Fracture Mechanics of Composites Informed by In-situ XCT Tests

Abstract

In this project, the characterization of the microstructures, damage and fracture behavior of CFRP using state-of-the-art X-Ray Computed Tomography (XCT) was investigated experimentally in order to develop an innovative multiscale fracture mechanics (Must Frame) framework and associated computer codes for accurately modeling the damage and fracture in these materials in order to critically evaluate the reliability and performance of small- to large-scale engineering structures and systems. The ultimate aim is optimize microstructures and structural designs for better quality, greater reliability and lower cost. The funded research led to three PhD theses.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 02, 2016
Accession Number
AD1031880

Entities

People

  • Zhenjun Yang

Organizations

  • University of Manchester

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer
  • Carbon Fibers
  • Composite Materials
  • Engineering
  • Fiber Reinforced Polymers
  • Fracture (Mechanics)
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Science
  • Mechanics
  • Micromechanics
  • Microstructure
  • Multiscale Modeling
  • Multiscale Models
  • Reliability
  • X Rays
  • X-Ray Computed Tomography

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • Structural Health Monitoring of Composite Structures.