Defects, such as voids and delaminations, may significantly reduce the mechanical
performance of components made of composite laminates. Distributed voids and porosity …

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 …

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 …

A method for automated generation of finite element meshes for unidirectional composites
with waviness defects is proposed. Images used as input for mesh generation are recorded …

The aviation accident investigation process includes the detailed examination of the aircraft
wreckage, as well as the analysis of both primary and secondary elements of the aircraft …

This work presents a method which uses the full-field measurement capability of Digital
Image Correlation (DIC) for a simultaneous assessment of non-linear shear stress-–strain …

X-ray Computed Tomography has proven its unprecedented objectivity for nondestructive
inspection of materials and structures. However, high-resolution nondestructive evaluation …

Fiber-reinforced composite materials are increasingly used in rotorcraft structures to reduce
weight and improve efficiency. A major challenge, delaying the implementation of recently …

This work presents a methodology based on mesh morphing techniques for transfer of high-
fidelity X-ray computed tomography (CT) data, including manufacturing defects information …

Accurate and efficient full three-dimensional characterization of mechanical properties of
composite materials, including stress–strain curves and strength characteristics, is essential …