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Modal analysis of lightweight graphite reinforced silica/polymer matrix composite plates

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In this paper we describe how finite element and experimental modal analyses can be used to characterize the dynamic behavior of plates made from a new class of graphite reinforced silica/polymer matrix composite (GRSPMC) materials. An agreement is obtained between both methods, and the results show that GRSPMC materials can be modeled and tested using tools similar to those applied to the study of classical composite laminates.

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  1. Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL, USA

    T. K. Ooi (an Adjunct Assistant Professor), J. A. Gilbert (a Professor of Mechanical Engineering) & M. V. Bower (Department Chair and Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering)

  2. Structures and Materials Division, Redstone Arsenal, AL, USA

    R. E. Vaughan (a Lead Aerospace Engineer Aviation Engineering Directorate)

  3. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Marshall Space Flight Center, AL, USA

    R. C. Engberg (an Aerospace Test Engineer)

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Ooi, T.K., Gilbert, J.A., Bower, M.V. et al. Modal analysis of lightweight graphite reinforced silica/polymer matrix composite plates. Experimental Mechanics 45, 221–225 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02427945

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