Experimental and numerical analysis reveals key failure mechanisms in woven composites, suggesting optimized designs for industry applications.
Woven laminate composites are extensively used in various industries, especially in yacht manufacturing, where a comprehensive understanding of their elastic mechanical properties, failure mechanisms, and the effects of layer stacking in E-glass/polyester composites is essential. A combined experimental and numerical approach was employed to investigate these aspects. Tensile and three-point bending tests were performed to assess the elastic mechanical properties of woven specimens, and optical microscopy was used to analyze fracture surfaces and identify failure mechanisms. For numerical analysis, a two-step homogenization method was applied. The numerical model was validated by comparing its results with experimental data.
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