Numerical Investigation of the Application of Cohesive Zone Models for Impact Strength Evaluation of Adhesive Bonded Joints | Chapter 7 | Research Highlights in Science and Technology Vol. 3

 To be smart to evaluate the act and strength of an sticking joint, numerical methods based on the Finite Element Method (FEM) are used. In authentic cases, adhesive intersections are also commit dynamic loads, to a degree impact. This work aims to predict the behaviour and substance of double-lap composite adhesive cheap hangouts under impact loads, under different ride lengths (LO). For this purpose, numerical simulations by FEM and close-knit zone models (CZM) are considered. The adhesive used for this mathematical study are the Araldite® AV138 and the Sikaforce® 7752. As adherend, the pre-preg Seal® Texipreg HS 160 RM was used. Initially, a study was completed activity with distinct-lap joint (SLJ) experimental dossier, to validate the projected technique for analysing impact-sticking joints. Double-lap joint (DLJ) reasoning was based on elastic peel (sy) and clip (txy) stresses, and strength guess. Validation of the proposed mathematical technique was favorably accomplished to model shackled joints under impact loads. Between the proven adhesives, hard and strong adhesive work better under impact, leading to higher efficiency, although greater LO than those tested in this place work can benefit from less strong but more flexible adhesives.

Author(s) Details:

L. A. R. Gomes,
Departamento de Engenharia Mecânica, Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto, Instituto Politécnico do Porto, R. Dr. António Bernardino de Almeida, 431, 4200-072 Porto, Portugal.

R. D. S. G. Campilho,
Departamento de Engenharia Mecânica, Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto, Instituto Politécnico do Porto, R. Dr. António Bernardino de Almeida, 431, 4200-072 Porto, Portugal and INEGI – Pólo FEUP, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 400, 4200-465 Porto, Portugal.

J. P. A. Valente,
Departamento de Engenharia Mecânica, Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto, Instituto Politécnico do Porto, R. Dr. António Bernardino de Almeida, 431, 4200-072 Porto, Portugal.

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