Abstract
The effect of a Weibull distribution of flaws on the strength on non-linear composite materials is considered. The tensile strength applying in bending is compared with that in direct tension. This leads to an estimate of the ratio modulus of rupture to ultimate tensile strength for composite materials.
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Laws, V. The relationship between tensile and bending properties of non-linear composite materials. J Mater Sci 17, 2919–2924 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00644670
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