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On modelling damage in composite laminates using the Ritz method and continuum damage mechanics
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In this work, a Ritz formulation for the analysis of damage initiation and evolution in composite plates under progressive loading is presented. The proposed model assumes a first order shear deformation theory and considers geometric non-linearities through the von Karman assumptions. The damage is modelled through Continuum Damage Mechanics. A set of results is presented to show the potential of the method and highlight some issues to be addressed by suitable developments of the method.
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Materials Research Forum LLC
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Materials Research Proceedings, 2023, Vol. 33, pp 233-238