Modelling distinct failure mechanisms in composite materials by a combined phase field method
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2019.111551
Abstract: Abstract A numerical computational framework that combines a phase field model (PFM) and cohesive element (CE) for modelling progressive failure in composite material is proposed. In this setting, cracks in single material and the interface… read more here.
Keywords: phase field; modelling distinct; failure mechanisms; mechanisms composite ... See more keywords
Study on failure mechanisms of composite box beams on wind turbine blades under extreme combined loading
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DOI: 10.1080/15376494.2020.1853856
Abstract: A box beam is the main load-bearing component in the shell of a wind turbine blade. A set of loading equipment is utilized to perform a loading test under combined forces, to study the ultimate… read more here.
Keywords: study failure; composite box; box; failure mechanisms ... See more keywords