Free vibration analysis of composite beams with two non-overlapping delaminations

Shu, D. W. and Della, C. (2004) Free vibration analysis of composite beams with two non-overlapping delaminations. International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, 46(4), pp. 509-526. (doi: 10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2004.05.008)

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Abstract

An analytical solution to the free vibration of composite beams with two non-overlapping delaminations is presented. The delaminated beam is modeled as seven interconnected Euler–Bernoulli beams using the delaminations as their boundaries. The continuity and the equilibrium conditions are satisfied between adjoining beams. The analysis includes the differential stretching between the delaminated layers and the bending–extension coupling. The results of the present model agree well with the analytical and experimental data reported in the literature. Parametric studies show that the sizes and locations of the delaminations have significant effect on the natural frequencies and mode shapes. These results provide useful information in the study of the free vibration of delaminated composite beams.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Della, Dr Christian
Authors: Shu, D. W., and Della, C.
Subjects:T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General)
T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering
Journal Name:International Journal of Mechanical Sciences
Publisher:Elsevier
ISSN:0020-7403
ISSN (Online):1879-2162

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