A numerical model based on ALE formulation to predict crack propagation in sandwich structures

A numerical model to predict crack propagation phenomena in sandwich structures is proposed. The model incorporates shear deformable beams to simulate high performance external skins and a 2D elastic domain to model the internal core. Crack propagation is predicted in both core and external skin-to...

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Main Authors: Marco Francesco Funari, Fabrizio Greco, Paolo Lonetti, Saverio Spadea
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Gruppo Italiano Frattura 2018-12-01
Series:Frattura ed Integrità Strutturale
Subjects:
ALE
Online Access:https://www.fracturae.com/index.php/fis/article/view/2180