Date of Award
3-9-2009
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering
Department
Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
First Advisor
Marina B. Ruggles-Wrenn, PhD
Abstract
The rule of mixture approach was shown to produce an accurate theoretical prediction of the room temperature elastic modulus values when compared to the experimental results. The laminate's modulus value remained relatively constant over the -55C to 80C temperature range, indicating stable behavior despite temperature changes. Blunt notch tests also revealed that the laminate's strength was not significantly reduced due to the presence of small holes. Finally, fatigue testing demonstrated that the laminate retains its stiffness properties throughout its fatigue life, until failure.
AFIT Designator
AFIT-GAE-ENY-09-M04
DTIC Accession Number
ADA496114
Recommended Citation
Cox, Geofrey S., "Thermomechanical Properties of Center-Reinforced Aluminum" (2009). Theses and Dissertations. 2397.
https://scholar.afit.edu/etd/2397