Parametric study using modal analysis of a bi-material plate with defects

S. Esola, I. Bartoli, S. E. Horner, J. Q. Zheng, A. Kontsos

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Abstract

Global vibrational method feasibility as a non-destructive inspection tool for multi-layered composites is evaluated using a simulated parametric study approach. A finite element model of a composite consisting of two, isotropic layers of dissimilar materials and a third, thin isotropic layer of adhesive is constructed as the representative test subject. Next, artificial damage is inserted according to systematic variations of the defect morphology parameters. A free-vibrational modal analysis simulation is executed for pristine and damaged plate conditions. Finally, resultant mode shapes and natural frequencies are extracted, compared and analyzed for trends. Though other defect types may be explored, the focus of this research is on interfacial delamination and its effects on the global, free-vibrational behavior of a composite plate. This study is part of a multi-year research effort conducted for the U.S. Army Program Executive Office - Soldier.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication41st Annual Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation, Volume 34
EditorsDale E. Chimenti, Leonard J. Bond
PublisherAmerican Institute of Physics Inc.
Pages1112-1120
Number of pages9
ISBN (Electronic)9780735412927
DOIs
StatePublished - 2015
Externally publishedYes
Event41st Annual Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation, QNDE 2014 - Boise, United States
Duration: Jul 20 2014Jul 25 2014

Publication series

NameAIP Conference Proceedings
Volume1650
ISSN (Print)0094-243X
ISSN (Electronic)1551-7616

Conference

Conference41st Annual Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation, QNDE 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBoise
Period7/20/147/25/14

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Physics and Astronomy

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