Computational modeling of carbon nanofibers reinforced composites: A comparative study

2021 ◽  
pp. 002199832098789
Author(s):  
Pei-Liang Bian ◽  
Hai Qing
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Beam Element ◽  
Reinforced Composites ◽  
Multi Scale ◽  
Solid Element ◽  
Aspect Ratios ◽  
Embedded Model ◽  
Parametric Studies

The carbon nanotubes/nanofibers reinforced composites (CNRC) show great mechanical properties. There are several methods to simulate the mechanical properties of composites. Among the modeling techniques, embedded region (ER) shows the possibility for direct multi-scale simulation. A comparative study among beam element embedded model, solid element embedded model, as well as common solid element model is carried out. Programs developed in Matlab are utilized to generate geometric configurations, and finite element models are obtained from MSC.Patran with a script written in the Patran command language (PCL). Besides, a set of parametric studies are performed to investigate the influence of the aspect ratios of nanofibers and load cases on the mechanical properties of CNRC. The result shows that the ER technique is reliable to represent composites though neglecting the localized stress concentration, and beam element embedded models are trustworthy only for nanofibers with a large aspect ratio.

Calculating Mechanics Characteristics of Single-Walled Carbon Nanotube Materials by Finite Element Method

2017 ◽  
Vol 730 ◽  
pp. 548-553
Author(s):  
Jing Ge ◽  
Hao Jiang ◽  
Zhen Yu Sun ◽  
Guo Jun Yu ◽  
Bo Su ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Radial Direction ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Beam Element ◽  
Beam Position ◽  
Single Walled Carbon ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Calculation Results ◽  
The Moment

In this paper, we establish the mechanical property analysis of Single-walled Carbon Nanotubes (SWCNTs) modified beam element model based on the molecular structural mechanics method. Then we study the mechanical properties of their radial direction characteristics using the finite element software Abaqus. The model simulated the different bending stiffness with rectangular section beam elements C-C chemical force field. When the graphene curled into arbitrary chirality of SWCNTs spatial structure, the adjacent beam position will change the moment of inertia of the section of the beam. Compared with the original beam element model and the calculation results, we found that the established model largely reduced the overestimate of the original model of mechanical properties on the radial direction of the SWCNTs. At the same time, compared with other methods available in the literature results and the experimental data, the results can be in good agreement.

Multi-Scale Analysis of the UHVDC Transmission Tower

2014 ◽  
Vol 680 ◽  
pp. 383-386
Author(s):  
Chun Cheng Liu ◽  
Wen Qiang Li ◽  
Shang Yu Hou ◽  
Zhao Wen He ◽  
Fan Gao
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Beam Element ◽  
Scale Model ◽  
Scale Analysis ◽  
Transmission Tower ◽  
Gusset Plate ◽  
Multi Scale ◽  
Buckling Behavior ◽  
Scale Models

In order to analyze the mechanical properties of UHVDC transmission tower joint accurately, a multi-scale finite element model of the transmission tower is established with the interface between solid element model and beam element model. The model is applied to the nonlinear analysis of a key joint in a test condition .The results show that the tower destruction is caused by buckling behavior of the cross bracing member and the multi-scale model can simulate the force state of gusset-plate and the connected members realistically, which is superior to traditional large scale models. The analysis coincides with the experiment well and provides references for the transmission tower design.

Nonlinear Analysis of Transmission Tower Structure by Three FEM Models

2011 ◽  
Vol 128-129 ◽  
pp. 914-917
Author(s):  
Wei Yi ◽  
Xiao Hu Liu
Keyword(s):  
Element Model ◽  
Beam Element ◽  
Transmission Tower ◽  
Solid Element ◽  
Truss Element ◽  
Mixed Beam ◽  
Scale Field ◽  
Tower Structure ◽  
Abaqus Software ◽  
Key Nodes

In this paper, three kinds of FEM models, i.e., the truss element model, the beam element model and the mixed beam-solid element model are utilized to simulate the full-scale field test of transmission tower. Based on Abaqus software, the geometric and material nonlinearity of the structure is considered. Comparing the numerical results with test data, it is found that the truss element model is no longer suitable and the mixed beam-solid element model is more accurate than the beam element model. Thus, using solid element to discrete the key nodes of the tower can greatly enhance the accuracy and reliability of the numerical prediction.

scholarly journals Effect of Atmospheric-Pressure Plasma Treatments on Fracture Toughness of Carbon Fibers-Reinforced Composites

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (12) ◽  
pp. 3698
Author(s):  
Won-Jong Kim ◽  
Young-Jung Heo ◽  
Jong-Hoon Lee ◽  
Kyong Yop Rhee ◽  
Soo-Jin Park
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Fracture Toughness ◽  
Functional Groups ◽  
Carbon Fibers ◽  
Atmospheric Pressure ◽  
Atmospheric Pressure Plasma ◽  
Reinforced Composites ◽  
Multi Scale ◽  
Nano Scale ◽  
Pressure Plasma

In this study, nano-scale fillers are added to epoxy matrix-based carbon fibers-reinforced composites (CFRPs) to improve the mechanical properties of multi-scale composites. Single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) used as nano-scale fillers are treated with atmospheric-pressure plasma to introduce oxygen functional groups on the fillers’ surface to increase the surface free energy and polar component, which relates to the mechanical properties of multi-scale composites. In addition, the effect of dispersibility was analyzed through the fracture surfaces of multi-scale composites containing atmospheric-pressure plasma-treated SWCNTs (P-SWCNTs) under high load conditions. The fillers content has an optimum weight percent load at 0.5 wt.% and the fracture toughness (KIC) method is used to demonstrate an improvement in mechanical properties. Here, KIC was calculated by three equations based on different models and we analyzed the correlation between mechanical properties and surface treatment. Compared to the composites of untreated SWCNTs, the KIC value is improved by 23.7%, suggesting improved mechanical properties by introducing selective functional groups through surface control technology to improve interfacial interactions within multi-scale composites.

Extracellular Matrix-Contractile Response Coupling of the Aortic Heart Valve Interstitial Cell

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
David E. Schmidt ◽  
W. David Merryman ◽  
Michael S. Sacks
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Extracellular Matrix ◽  
Aortic Valve ◽  
Interstitial Cell ◽  
Mechanical Response ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Multi Scale ◽  
Aortic Heart Valve ◽  
Composition And Structure

The role of aortic valve interstitial cell (AVIC) and extracellular matrix (ECM) interactions of the aortic valve (AV) are not well understood. Distinct differences in the composition and structure of the AV leaflet layers (fibrosa and ventricularis) have been shown to influence mechanical properties 1. Our ability to measure the effects of changes in cellular stiffness in the dense collagenous AV leaflets (AVL) 2 offers a unique opportunity to explore the in-situ AVIC stiffness and local AVIC-ECM mechanical interactions. In the present study, a multi-scale finite element model approach was developed based on our simulations of our flexural stiffness experiment 2 were used to develop effective layer dependent mechanical properties. In addition, we present a predictive model for the alteration of AVL tissue mechanical properties resulting from AVIC contraction. This model provides a means to probe the layer dependent properties under the influence of AVIC contraction relative to an intact tissue state. By establishing a procedure to examine ECM stiffness in situ, through coupled experimental and computational methods, insights into relative contributions of ECM components were developed. Finally, in contrast previous study, where tissue stiffness was reported in terms on an instantaneous elastic modules, this work provides a more complete mechanical response of AVL in flexure.

MULTISCALE ANALYSIS OF THERMO-MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF BORON NITRIDE-REINFORCED EPOXY NANOCOMPOSITES

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
OLANREWAJU ALUKO ◽  
S. GOWTHAM ◽  
EVAN J. PINEDA ◽  
GREGORY M. ODEGARD
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Multiscale Analysis ◽  
Epoxy Composites ◽  
Length Scale ◽  
Epoxy Nanocomposites ◽  
Remarkable Effect ◽  
Multi Scale ◽  
Aspect Ratios ◽  
Material Systems ◽  
Mechanical Performances

The effect of size, shape, morphology, and arrangement of micro constituents of Boron Nitrite (BN) nanoplatelet/epoxy composites on their properties were investigated using a multi scale approach that includes Molecular Dynamics (MD) and micromechanics. The thermo-mechanical properties of the composites were evaluated using molecular theory and the analysis showed that the elastic constants of BN/epoxy composites were not severely affected by temperature. Also, the micromechanical analysis of Generalized Method of Cells (GMC) was utilized at higher length scale to evaluate elastic properties of the composites, for different geometries and arrangements of micro constituents. The predicted results of the analysis showed that the size, aspect ratios, morphology, and the arrangements of inclusions in BN/epoxy nanocomposites all have remarkable effect on the mechanical performances of the material systems.

Mechanical properties of FeAlSi powders prepared by mechanical alloying from different initial feedstock materials

2019 ◽  
Vol 107 (2) ◽  
pp. 207 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jaroslav Čech ◽  
Petr Haušild ◽  
Miroslav Karlík ◽  
Veronika Kadlecová ◽  
Jiří Čapek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Mechanical Alloying ◽  
Young’S Modulus ◽  
Milling Time ◽  
Young's Modulus ◽  
Element Model ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Powder Particles ◽  
Complete Homogenization

FeAl20Si20 (wt.%) powders prepared by mechanical alloying from different initial feedstock materials (Fe, Al, Si, FeAl27) were investigated in this study. Scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and nanoindentation techniques were used to analyze microstructure, phase composition and mechanical properties (hardness and Young’s modulus). Finite element model was developed to account for the decrease in measured values of mechanical properties of powder particles with increasing penetration depth caused by surrounding soft resin used for embedding powder particles. Progressive homogenization of the powders’ microstructure and an increase of hardness and Young’s modulus with milling time were observed and the time for complete homogenization was estimated.

Effect of Epoxy Resin Concentration on Some Mechanical Properties of Carbon Fabric/ Nitrile Rubber Reinforced Composites

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Sawsan Fakhry Halim ◽  
Said Sayed Gad El Kholy ◽  
HalaFikry Naguib ◽  
Riham Samir Hegazy ◽  
Nermen Mohamed Baheg
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Epoxy Resin ◽  
Nitrile Rubber ◽  
Reinforced Composites ◽  
Carbon Fabric
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