In this work, a numerical method based on the finite fracture mechanics is presented for
predicting the failure behaviour of multi-bolt composite repairs with different configurations …

This paper presents an experimental study of the translaminar fracture toughness under
tensile and compressive loads of interply hybrid polymer-matrix composite laminates. The …

The translaminar fracture toughness of laminated composites can be determined
experimentally assuming either linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM) or cohesive zone …

Four different methods to experimentally determine the J J-curve of quasi-brittle materials
are analysed and discussed in this work. The first two methods measure the integral of the …

Bolted joints are frequently used to connect rather thin parts in lightweight structures, eg air-
and spacecraft. This is also motivated by inexpensive manufacturing and the ability to …

The effect of the presence of crack located at the fastener hole surface of bolted metallic
(mild steel) and polymeric (Cross-ply [0/90] 4s glass fiber reinforced epoxy composite …

In this study, a new fast approach to predict the net-tension failure strength of multi-bolt
composite joints was developed based on finite fracture mechanics and p-version …

Bolted joints are often used in thin parts such as plates or shell-like components in
lightweight structures, eg air-and spacecraft. This is also motivated by an inexpensive …

Multi-bolted joints are adopted and designed to provide efficient load transfer within
assembled engineering parts. Bearing failure is favorable during design phase due to more …

Bolted joints are a common means to connect thin parts due to benefits such as inexpensive
manufacturing and their ability to be disassembled. These parts can be plates made of …