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Authors
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Bittrich, L. ; Spickenheuer, A. ; Almeida Jr., J.H.S. ; Müller, S. ; Kroll, L. ; Heinrich, G.
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Title
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Optimizing variable-axial fiber-reinforced composite laminates: The direct fiber path optimization concept
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Date
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28.03.2019
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Number
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56516
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Abstract
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The concept of aligning reinforcing fibers in arbitrary directions offers a new perception of exploiting the anisotropic characteristic of the carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites. Complementary to the design concept of multiaxial composites, a laminate reinforced with curvilinear fibers is called variable-axial (also known as variable stiffness and variable angle tow). The Tailored Fiber Placement (TFP) technology is well capable of manufacturing textile preforming with a variable-axial fiber design by using adapted embroidery machines. This work introduces a novel concept for simulation and optimization of curvilinear fiber-reinforced composites, where the novelty relies on the local optimization of both fiber angle and intrinsic thickness build-up concomitantly. This framework is called Direct Fiber Path Optimization (DFPO). Besides the description of DFPO, its capabilities are exemplified by optimizing a CFRP open-hole tensile specimen. Key results show a clear improvement compared to the current often used approach of applying principal stress trajectories for a variable-axial reinforcement pattern.
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Publisher
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Mathematical Problems in Engineering
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Wikidata
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Citation
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Mathematical Problems in Engineering (2019) ID 8260563
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DOI
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https://doi.org/10.1155/2019/8260563
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