Design, fabrication and multiple failure behavior of carbon fiber composite circumferential corrugated reinforced cylindrical shells under hydrostatic pressure

Key Points

• Multiple failure behaviors were observed in carbon fiber composite cylindrical shells under various hydrostatic pressures, emphasizing their complex performance.
• A notable finding was that different reinforcement methods significantly impacted the mechanical properties and failure modes of the shells.
• Observational analysis involved the design and fabrication of circumferentially corrugated reinforced cylindrical shells subjected to varying pressure levels.
• This analysis highlights the potential for improved designs in composite materials for better resistance against failure under pressure.