A physically-based continuum damage mechanics model for numerical prediction of damage growth in laminated composite plates

Rapid growth in use of composite materials in structural applications drives the need for a more detailed understanding of damage tolerant and damage resistant design. Current analytical techniques provide sufficient understanding and predictive capabilities for application in preliminary design,...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Williams, Kevin V.
Language:English
Published: 2009
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2429/10088