Singularity analysis for V-notches in a piezoelectric multimaterial and functionally graded piezoelectric materials

Abstract

This study develops a novel singularity analysis method that addresses the limitations posed by piezoelectric material quantity and the variation patterns of property functions in functionally graded piezoelectric materials (FGPMs). Given that piezoelectric composite materials consist of multiple materials, the material properties of FGPMs vary with respect to angle. By introducing the asymptotic assumption that governs the physical fields close to the notch vertex into the static equilibrium equations, a comprehensive set of characteristic equations is formulated. All singularity orders and corresponding characteristic angle functions of the notch are determined by numerically solving the established characteristic equations. The effects of the notch opening angle, piezoelectric material polarization direction, and boundary conditions on the electromechanical field singularity at the notch are assessed. The judicious selection of material variation patterns can alleviate notch singularity in FGPMs.