Investigations of the fatigue performance of composite materials have accompanied their
introduction in several engineering domains since the 1950s. An abundance of publications …

The main objective of this work is to show the ability of solid finite element-based techniques
to accurately predict the onset and progression of matrix cracks and delaminations in …

The drive towards rapid cure thermosetting composites requires a better understanding of
the residual stresses that develop during curing. This study investigates the impact of …

Advanced structural analysis methods that account for manufacturing defects in composite
parts are needed to enable accurate assessment of their capability and useful life and to …

There is an increasing demand for rapid cure resin systems for high-volume production of
composite structures, especially for the automotive sector. While shortening production time …

Two different tests have been evaluated for their potential to provide data on through-
thickness failure initiation of carbon/epoxy prepreg composites under shear fatigue loading; …

This paper presents a method for modelling initiation and propagation of damage in
composites under fatigue loading in a single, coherent analysis using cohesive interface …

Three dimensional (3D) finite element analysis along with a damage model based on kinetic
theory of fracture (KTF) are used to determine the onset of fatigue crack initiation in …

Widespread use of composite materials across many industries has created a need for
modeling tools to accurately predict the behavior of structures comprised of these materials …

This work presents some of the most recent advances in the technologies which could
enable accurate assessment of useful life for composite aircraft fatigue-critical, flight-critical …