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Modelling of failure of structural textile composites

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This paper summarizes extensive experimental work regarding the manufacture, mechanical characterization and modelling of textile thermoplastic composites produced by means of commingled yarns. These composites are believed to have a high potential for applications in structural automotive components. However, methods need to be developed for faster manufacturing and reliable prediction of the component mechanical performance and failure. A practical approach of finite element modelling of the stiffness and strength behaviour of these composites is briefly discussed.

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  1. Xdin AB, Gustaf Werners Gata 12, SE-42132 Vastra Frolunda, Sweden, , , , , , SE

    N. Svensson

  2. Department of Mechanical Engineering, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland, , , , , , IE

    M. D. Gilchrist

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Received 12 December 1999

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Svensson, N., Gilchrist, M. Modelling of failure of structural textile composites. Computational Mechanics 26, 223–228 (2000). https://doi.org/10.1007/s004660000176

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