Abstract
This work examines cohesive element techniques for modeling delamination within a finite element method framework. Cohesive elements maintain compatibility between plies of a composite laminate where delaminations can occur. The formulation of cohesive elements for three-dimensional models is detailed. The constitutive behavior for cohesive elements is described in terms of traction-separation behavior. A user-defined cohesive element is coded for implementation within the ABAQUS commercial finite element software. User-defined cohesive element damage traction-separation behavior is tested against ABAQUS built-in cohesive elements and results from numerical verification tests of the user-defined cohesive element are shown. The major benefit of having a user-defined element is the ability to customize mixedmode damage models with various novel traction-separation laws.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Title of host publication | 2011 SAMPE Spring Technical Conference and Exhibition - State of the Industry |
| Subtitle of host publication | Advanced Materials, Applications, and Processing Technology |
| State | Published - Aug 30 2011 |
| Event | 2011 SAMPE Spring Technical Conference and Exhibition - State of the Industry: Advanced Materials, Applications, and Processing Technology - Long Beach, CA, United States Duration: May 23 2011 → May 26 2011 |
Other
| Other | 2011 SAMPE Spring Technical Conference and Exhibition - State of the Industry: Advanced Materials, Applications, and Processing Technology |
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| Country/Territory | United States |
| City | Long Beach, CA |
| Period | 5/23/11 → 5/26/11 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Materials Science(all)
- Mechanics of Materials
- Mechanical Engineering