Abstract
Cross-ply GFRP circular plates have been impacted repeatedly at increasing input energies. The global bending stiffness of each plate was measured before and after each impact through quasi-static bending tests. The effects of local thickening as well as matrix cracking and delamination on global bending stiffness have been discussed. Approximate analytical solutions for bending of damaged and undamaged plates under uniform ring load have been obtained. Two types of models have been used to separate the effects of changes in material and geometrical properties on global bending stiffness. The trends of bending stiffness changes have been successfully simulated by analytical calculations.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
