Mechanical Characterization and Numerical Modelling of Rubber Shockpads in 3G Artificial Turf

Third generation (3G) artificial turf systems use in sporting applications is increasingly prolific. These multi-component systems are comprised of a range of polymeric and elastomeric materials that exhibit non-linear and strain rate dependent behaviours under the complex loads applied from players...

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Main Authors: David Cole, Steph Forrester, Paul Fleming
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-02-01
Series:Proceedings
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2504-3900/2/6/283