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N. van Hoorn

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A simulation methodology for assessing the damage in thick fabric Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) composite laminates under low- and high-velocity impacts is presented. It encompasses steps for calibration, verification, and validation of the elastic and fracture material ...
Impact experiments of thick fabric carbon/epoxy laminate specimens, with small thickness ratio, are conducted at distinct energy levels and thicknesses to characterise the damage process. These specimens and loading conditions are representative of a new generation of critical st ...
Despite the increased use of thick fabric Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) materials in highly loaded aerospace structures (e.g., 20-50mm thick CFRP structures), a comprehensive characterisation of damage due to impact events on these structures remains an elusive and chall ...