Characterization and Model Assessment for Impact Damage Evolution in Functionally Graded Composites Using a Novel Nanosecond Deformation Measurement System

Abstract

The principal goal of this research is to experimentally measure the three-dimensional transient deformation processes that occur in armor systems undergoing a range of dynamic loading conditions. The development of a 3-D image correlation system using digital cameras capable of acquiring images every 5 nano-seconds were used. Due to the nature of the cameras. extensive algorithms for the removable of image distortions were required. The image correlation technology was transferred to army personal through a one year sabbatical at ARL's Aberdeen research facility by the principal investigator.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 30, 2006
Accession Number
ADA455458

Entities

People

  • Hugh A. Bruck
  • Michael A. Sutton
  • Stephen R. Mcneill

Organizations

  • University of South Carolina

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Accuracy
  • Acquisition
  • Cameras
  • Computer Programs
  • Computer Simulations
  • Detectors
  • Digital Images
  • Electron Microscopy
  • Materials
  • Measurement
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mechanics
  • Microscopy
  • Strain Gages
  • Three Dimensional
  • Two Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Image Processing and Computer Vision.
  • Research Science/Academic Research
  • Systems Analysis and Design