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Project

Development of a "stacked " solid-like shell element for the simulation of damage in large composite structures under dynamic loading conditions
Code
3G040207
Duration
01 January 2007 → 30 December 2012
Funding
Research Foundation - Flanders (FWO)
Research disciplines
  • Engineering and technology
    • Design theories and methods
    • Mechanics
    • Other mechanical and manufacturing engineering
    • Composites and hybrid materials
Keywords
composites finite elements solid shell
 
Project description

In this project, a new type of "stacked" solid-like shell elements is developed. By imposing the continuity of interlaminar stresses and the larger aspect ratios than with volumic elements, the damage initiation and propagation in large composite structures shall be simulated in a more efficient and accurate manner.