Composite Failure Analysis Handbook. Volume 2: Technical Handbook. Part 1 - Procedures and Techniques
Abstract
The objective of this program was to create a comprehensive handbook for use in conducting failure analysis investigations on failed composite structure. This program builds upon previous efforts as documented in the 'Compendium of Post-Failure Analysis Techniques for Composite Materials', AFWAL- TR-86-4137. The purpose of creating this handbook was to document the techniques, the fractographic and material property data and case history studies currently being utilized in the analysis of failed composite structure. The major tasks on this program included: (1) procedural guidelines for field investigation techniques; (2) an expanded fractographic data base for carbon/epoxy materials tested under known conditions, (3) a fractographic data base for resin based composite materials other than carbon/ epoxy; (4) fractographic documentation of composite material and processing defects; (5) documentation of fracture characteristics in adhesive and mechanical joint failures; (6) compilation of material property data for composite materials; and (7) documentation of case histories recently conducted on failed composite structure. Composites; Composite Structures; Failure Analysis; Fractography; Adhesive Joints; Mechanical Joints; Case History Studies.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA250521
Entities
People
- R. J. Kar