Computational Simulation of Progressive Fracture In Fiber Composites.

Abstract

Computational methods for simulating and predicting progressive fracture in fiber composite structures are presented. These methods are integrated into a computer code of modular form. The modules include composite mechanics, finite element analysis, and fracture criteria. The code is used to computationally simulate progressive fracture in composite laminates with and without defects. The simulation tracks the fracture progression in terms of modes initiating fracture, damage growth, and imminent global (catastrophic) laminate fracture. (AN)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 13, 1986
Accession Number
ADA301041

Entities

People

  • Christos C. Chamis

Organizations

  • Glenn Research Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Composite Materials
  • Composite Structures
  • Computational Mechanics
  • Computational Science
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Damage
  • Damage Tolerance
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Far Field
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Geometry
  • Laminates
  • Materials
  • Mechanics
  • Near Field
  • Simulations

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Structural Health Monitoring of Composite Structures.