Abstract
Loading–unloading curves obtained from indentation experiments can be used to extract elastic-plastic mechanical properties using the finite element (FE) method. However, extensive computation times are required in such an approach due to the fact that the optimization procedure is based on iterative FE computations. In this study, a combined dimensional analysis and optimization approach is developed for the determination of the elastic-plastic mechanical properties of power law materials, without the need for iterative FE analysis. A parametric study using FE analysis is first conducted to construct the appropriate dimensional functions. The optimization algorithm with either a single indenter or dual indenters is then used to obtain the material properties from the given loading–unloading curves. Different sets of materials properties are used and the accuracy and validity of the predicted mechanical properties using the single indenter or dual indenters are assessed.
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