3D geometric modelling of discontinuous fibre composites using a force-directed algorithm
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DOI: 10.1177/0021998316672722
Abstract: A geometrical modelling scheme is presented to produce representative architectures for discontinuous fibre composites, enabling downstream modelling of mechanical properties. The model generates realistic random fibre architectures containing high filament count bundles (>3k) and high… read more here.
Keywords: fibre composites; fibre; experimental data; volume fractions ... See more keywords
Design guidelines for hybrid continuous/discontinuous carbon fibre laminates
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DOI: 10.1177/00219983221078786
Abstract: Combining discontinuous carbon fibre moulding compounds with unidirectional (UD) non-crimp fabric has been studied as a potential solution for producing cost effective composite structures, with short cycle times via compression moulding. The tensile stiffness and… read more here.
Keywords: fibre; design guidelines; carbon fibre; discontinuous carbon ... See more keywords
Characterisation of Natural Fibres for Sustainable Discontinuous Fibre Composite Materials
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DOI: 10.3390/ma13092129
Abstract: Growing environmental concerns and stringent waste-flow regulations make the development of sustainable composites a current industrial necessity. Natural fibre reinforcements are derived from renewable resources and are both cheap and biodegradable. When they are produced… read more here.
Keywords: fibre; characterisation natural; materials characterisation; natural fibres ... See more keywords