Abstract
Two approaches to modelling the effects of embedded defects and impact damage in composite aerostructures are presented. These differ in the manner n which the damage is represented; one as an equivalent delamination and the other as a soft inclusion with non-linear homogenized material properties. These techniques are applied to study the effects of defects and impact damage on the performance of composite panels.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 17th International Conference on Composite Materials (ICCM17) |
Place of Publication | Edinburgh (UK) |
Publisher | International Committee on Composite Materials |
Number of pages | 12 |
Publication status | Published - 2009 |
Bibliographical note
17th International Conference on Composite Materials (ICCM17)Edinburgh, United Kingdom
27 - 31 Jul 2009
Keywords
- Delamination Impact damage Postbuckling Soft inclusion Stiffened panel Glass ceramics Composite panels Embedded defects Homogenized material Impact damages Impacted composites Postbuckling behaviour Defects