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Anisotropic meanfield modeling of debonding and matrix damage in SMC composites.
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Composites Science & Technology . Jun2018, Vol. 161, p143-158. 16p. - Publication Year :
- 2018
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Abstract
- This paper presents an anisotropic, micromechanical damage model for sheet molding compound (SMC) composites, that is a thermoset matrix reinforced with long ( ≈ 25 mm ) glass fibers. The model captures the dominant damage mechanisms – matrix damage and fiber-matrix interface debonding – in a Mori-Tanaka homogenization framework. Matrix damage is modeled as a phase-averaged isotropic stiffness degradation. The interface damage is governed by an equivalent interface stress on the lateral fiber surface. Hereby, the inhomogeneous stress distribution in the fiber-matrix interface is taken into account in the definition of the equivalent stress. A Weibull distribution for the interface strength is assumed. The model can account for an anisotropic distribution and evolution of load-carrying fibers with intact interfaces. The model is validated by means of tensile tests on unsaturated polyester polyurethane hybrid and epoxy resin systems with different glass fiber contents (23-50vol.%). The model yields satisfyingly accurate predictions under uniaxial and biaxial stress states. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 02663538
- Volume :
- 161
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Composites Science & Technology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 129508359
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compscitech.2018.03.041