scholarly journals Third-Order Theory for the Bending Analysis of Laminated Thin and Thick Plates Including the Strain Gradient Effect

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (7) ◽  
pp. 1771
Author(s):  
Michele Bacciocchi ◽  
Angelo Marcello Tarantino
Keyword(s):  
Shear Deformation ◽  
Strain Gradient ◽  
Deformation Theory ◽  
Plate Theory ◽  
Shear Deformation Theory ◽  
Laminated Composite ◽  
Composite Plates ◽  
Order Theory ◽  
Third Order ◽  
Starting Point

The aim of the paper is the development of a third-order theory for laminated composite plates that is able to accurately investigate their bending behavior in terms of displacements and stresses. The starting point is given by the corresponding Reddy’s Third-order Shear Deformation Theory (TSDT). This model is then generalized to consider simultaneously the Classical Laminated Plate Theory (CLPT), as well as the First-order Shear Deformation Theory (FSDT). The constitutive laws are modified according to the principles of the nonlocal strain gradient approach. The fundamental equations are solved analytically by means of the Navier methodology taking into account cross-ply and angle-ply lamination schemes. The numerical applications are presented to highlight the nonlocal effects on static behavior.

A Simple Higher-Order Theory for Laminated Composite Plates

1984 ◽  
Vol 51 (4) ◽  
pp. 745-752 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. N. Reddy
Keyword(s):  
Shear Deformation ◽  
Deformation Theory ◽  
Shear Deformation Theory ◽  
Laminated Composite ◽  
Composite Plates ◽  
Order Theory ◽  
Higher Order ◽  
Laminated Composite Plates ◽  
First Order ◽  
First Order Theory

A higher-order shear deformation theory of laminated composite plates is developed. The theory contains the same dependent unknowns as in the first-order shear deformation theory of Whitney and Pagano [6], but accounts for parabolic distribution of the transverse shear strains through the thickness of the plate. Exact closed-form solutions of symmetric cross-ply laminates are obtained and the results are compared with three-dimensional elasticity solutions and first-order shear deformation theory solutions. The present theory predicts the deflections and stresses more accurately when compared to the first-order theory.

Free and forced vibration analysis of flyash/graphene filled laminated composite plates using higher order shear deformation theory

2021 ◽  
pp. 095440622110531
Author(s):  
Sarada P Parida ◽  
Pankaj C Jena
Keyword(s):  
Shear Deformation ◽  
Deformation Theory ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Shear Deformation Theory ◽  
Laminated Composite ◽  
Composite Plates ◽  
Laminated Composite Plates ◽  
Weight Percentage ◽  
Circular Holes ◽  
Forced Vibration Analysis

The strength of the conventional composite plates can be enhanced by the use of additional fillers. These composite plates are often subjected to dynamic loading conditions which necessitate the study of their static and dynamic behavior. In this study, laminated composite plates (LCP) are fabricated by open layup process with epoxy as a base resin, E-glass fiber as reinforcement, and fillers: flyash and graphene. The fillers are included in order to improve the mechanical properties of the composite. The filler content in the composite is limited to 5% of the total volume. The weight percentage of fiber combined with fillers, treated as reinforcing constituents is limited to 60%. Graphene and flyash are added in different proportions to develop different kinds of LCPs. The free and forced vibrations of LCPs (using simple support end conditions) are measured by an indigenously developed low-cost vibration testing module. The experimental results have been used to validate the results obtained from the mathematical modeling by using fifth-order shear deformation theory and finite element approaches. Additionally, the effect of existing discontinuity in the LCP is studied. Circular holes of different dimensions at different locations are simulated in the numerical model and the consequences on modal frequencies are analyzed.

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