Impact damage in structures made out of composite materials is a major concern since such
damage can be introduced during the life of the structure, and its mechanical properties can …

This paper develops an analytical model for the ballistic impact response of fibrous materials
of interest in body armor applications. It focuses on an un-tensioned 2D membrane impacted …

Simple relationships are given in this paper to predict the penetration and perforation of
monolithic fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) laminates struck normally by projectiles with …

The use of carbon/epoxy composites in aircraft, marine, and automotive structural
applications is steadily increasing. Robust composite structures processed using low-cost …

Experimentally measured perforation data are given for woven, z-stitched and through-
thickness z-stitched glass polyester laminates for a number of laminate thicknesses (6, 12 …

In this paper, response of stitched/unstitched woven fabric carbon/epoxy composite
laminates subjected to high velocity impact loading is discussed. Aerospace grade plain and …

Analytical equations are given for the prediction of the penetration and perforation of thick
FRP laminates struck normally by missiles over a wide range of impact velocities. The …

Fiber reinforced polymer and its hybrid composites are widely used in bulletproof
production. The ballistic limit, failure mode and energy absorption of a hybrid fiber reinforced …

A progressive damage model is proposed herein to predict the response and failure of fiber
reinforced plastic laminates subjected to impact loadings. The present model is mainly …

Composite materials are increasingly being used in the design of structures that will be
subjected to high-velocity impact during their lifetime. In this review we will look at the recent …