This work proposes a novel solution for manufacturing hybrid metal-composite joints, in which different pin shapes are evaluated for their capability to penetrate long carbon fiber epoxy composites successfully and for the mechanical behavior …

The present paper investigates the low-velocity impact behaviour of carbon-fibre reinforced-plastic (CFRP) composite panels and the damage incurred when they are subjected to a single impact. The relationship between the depth of permanent surface …

Carbon fiber composite can be a potential candidate for replacing metal-based battery enclosures of current electric vehicles (E.V.s) owing to its better strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance. However, the strength of carbon …

This paper establishes a composite material damage analysis strategy that retains the hygrothermal state to investigate the damage behavior and mechanical performance characteristics of composite materials in hygrothermal environments. Initially …

This paper experimentally and numerically investigates the failure behavior of plain woven composite-metal connection structures (T-joints) under loads in different directions. According to the direction of load application, it can be divided into …

The metal-matrix composites (MMCs) with biomimetic bricks-and-mortar architectures have been experimentally demonstrated to exhibit excellent strength-ductility match. Here, biomimetic bricks-and-mortar architecture mimicking masonry bonds was …

This paper describes design, manufacture, and testing of a linerless composite vessel for liquid hydrogen, having 0.3 m diameter and 0.9 m length. The vessel consists of a composite cylinder manufactured by wet filament winding of thin-ply …

Fibre kinking is the most prevalent failure mode observed in UD composites. The accurate prediction of kinking failure is of paramount importance in industrial applications. To address this challenge, we develop a non-linear mean-field debonding …

The hygrothermal aging of vinylester resin and its carbon fiber fabric-reinforced composite structures is examined here, focusing on moisture absorption and the consequent degradation of mechanical properties. Specifically, resin casting and CFRP …

In this paper, the effects of interference-fit sizes and service environment temperature on the preload and relaxation of CFRP bolted joints are investigated based on an ultrasonic monitoring method. Specimens of different interference-fit sizes …

Hybrid composites containing carbon fibers and ramie fibers in an epoxy polymer matrix were prepared (denoted as CRFRP), after which the composites were immersed in distilled water at three different temperatures (20, 40, and 60 °C) for a period …

Internal delamination damage in carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites occurs easily after a fastener is installed. To determine the internal delamination damage in CFRPs with a fastener under lightning strike conditions, an experiment …

The primary objective of this study is to conduct a comprehensive experimental investigation into the impact of yarn reduction on the damage mechanisms and progression of 3D woven composites under bending loads, utilizing a combination of …

Luffa cylindrical (LC) has an exceptionally multipartite architecture, a hierarchical and light structure, and a low density. Such a structure is potentially suitable to replace conventional porous-type composites for low-energy absorption and …

A novel 3D printing method for continuous carbon fiber-reinforced thermosetting epoxy resin composites (CCFRTC) was proposed, including CCFRTC prepreg filament manufacturing, secondary impregnation, printing and curing stages. Through the addition …

Trans-laminar fracture is an important topic for engineering composites. In this study, trans-laminar fracture initiation in quasi-isotropic carbon/epoxy laminates made of non-crimp fabrics was examined using in situ fast synchrotron X-ray …

In this study, the influence of four different process parameters on hot gas welding of CF/epoxy fiber composites functionalized with a PA6 thermoplastic film is investigated. Additional experiments are carried out on specimens adorned with …

Hybrid components consisting of continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRT) and steel components exhibit promising potential in advanced lightweight construction. However, the joining operation presents a significant challenge due to the …

Composite panels made-up of multi-cellular 3D flat-knitted (M3DFK) fabrics were manufactured in this research and mechanically evaluated in order to analyze their bending functionality after being filled with polyurethane (PU) foam. Using an …

This study aims to increase the ductility and the damage tolerance capability of composite structures with interlayer nonwoven reinforcement. The novelty of this study stems from its innovative approach: a comprehensive examination of the …