In situ characterization methodology

Abstract

As pointed out in the presented literature review in Chap. 2, the current approaches followed for the experimental characterization of composite pressure vessels are still limited to some extent. This in turn hampers to which degree numerical and experimental analysis can be aligned. In consequence, uncertainties arise whenever discrepancies between prediction and experiment are existent. To overcome these limitations, a characterization methodology is sought that permits to capture the vessel’s mechanical response under internal pressure loading. In light of the aforementioned, this chapter aims to answer the first research question.