An algorithm for determination of the fracture angle for the three-dimensional Puck matrix failure criterion for UD composites

A 3D matrix failure algorithm based upon Puck's failure theory has been developed. The problem of calculating the orientation of a potential fracture plane, which is necessary to assess the onset of matrix failure, has been addressed. Consequently, a fracture angle search algorithm is proposed....

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Main Authors: Wiegand, J, Petrinic, N, Elliott, B
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2008