Date of Award

3-2024

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Department

Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics

First Advisor

John S. Brewer, Jr., PhD

Abstract

This research explores the effectiveness of predicting composite failure subject to quasi-static loading conditions using computational methods. FEA models were created using Abaqus and were employed to predict composite yield and initial failure behavior. Boundary conditions are generated to replicate the loading scenario seen in the experimental tests. Computationally predicted structural response of the composite range in accuracy from a 2% difference compared to experimental values to a maximum of 63%.

AFIT Designator

AFIT-ENY-MS-24-M-198

Comments

A 12-month embargo was observed for posting this work on AFIT Scholar.

Distribution Statement A, Approved for Public Release. PA case number on file.

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