Ben Wang , Qihui Lyu , Zhipeng Liang , Lanlan Jiang , Biao Wang
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Abstract
Based on the concept of bionic design, crossed-spiral structural composites with varying proportions of carbon fiber and glass fiber plies are constructed and fabricated. Through drop-weight impact testing, CAI (Compression After Impact) testing, ultrasonic C-scan and X-ray CT scanning, the damage mechanism and residual compressive strength of four crossed-spiral laminates under 1, 3 and 5 impacts with 15 J/times are characterized. Then, combining the experimental results, an integrated “single impact-multiple impacts-CAI testing” finite element model of carbon/glass bionic composite laminates is established and validated. On this basis, the configurations of bionic carbon/glass composite laminates with different ply sequences and spiral angles are investigated. The results indicate that for the impact resistance and damage tolerance of carbon/glass bionic composite laminates, the ply ratio and spiral angle have more significant effects than the ply sequence. Additionally, only by considering both the biomimetic crossed-spiral angle and the ply configuration on the impact side can the performance of the laminate be optimized to its fullest potential. The study findings can provide valuable guidance for the biomimetic design of composite structures with ultra-lightweight, multi-impact resistance, and high damage tolerance.
期刊介绍:
The past few decades have seen outstanding advances in the use of composite materials in structural applications. There can be little doubt that, within engineering circles, composites have revolutionised traditional design concepts and made possible an unparalleled range of new and exciting possibilities as viable materials for construction. Composite Structures, an International Journal, disseminates knowledge between users, manufacturers, designers and researchers involved in structures or structural components manufactured using composite materials.
The journal publishes papers which contribute to knowledge in the use of composite materials in engineering structures. Papers deal with design, research and development studies, experimental investigations, theoretical analysis and fabrication techniques relevant to the application of composites in load-bearing components for assemblies, ranging from individual components such as plates and shells to complete composite structures.