Composite Analysis and Simulation Package
Introduction to Composite Material Analysis and Simulation Composite materials are engineered by combining two or more constituent materials with different physical and chemical properties to achieve superior performance compared to their individual components. Typically, composites consist of a matrix material (such as a polymer, metal, or ceramic) reinforced with fibers or particles (such as carbon, […]
High-velocity impact analysis of the composite sandwich panels with GFRP faces and an aluminum foam core
Composite sandwich panels are widely used in aerospace, automotive, marine, and protective structures due to their exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio, energy absorption capability, and structural efficiency. A typical sandwich configuration consists of two high-strength face sheets bonded to a lightweight core, enabling the panel to carry bending loads efficiently while minimizing mass. Among various material combinations, […]
Analysis of the SSFRRC composite beam under air blast load
The increasing threat of accidental and intentional explosions in industrial facilities, military infrastructures, and critical civil structures has highlighted the necessity for construction materials with superior resistance to extreme dynamic loads. Conventional reinforced concrete, although widely used due to its strength and durability, exhibits brittle behavior and limited energy absorption capacity when subjected to high-intensity […]
Beam-Column Joint Analysis and Simulation Package
Introduction to Beam Column Joint Simulation and Analysis Beam column joints are critical regions in framed structures where beams and columns intersect, transferring loads and moments between the vertical and horizontal members. The structural performance of these joints significantly influences the overall stability, ductility, and energy dissipation capacity of a building, especially under lateral loads […]
Ceramic and Silicon Carbide Analysis Package in Abaqus
Introduction to Ceramic and Silicon Carbide Analysis Using the Finite Element Method (FEM) 1. Overview Ceramic materials, particularly Silicon Carbide (SiC), play a crucial role in advanced engineering applications where high strength, stiffness, wear resistance, and thermal stability are required. However, their brittle nature and complex failure mechanisms make experimental characterization difficult and expensive. Therefore, […]
Analysis of Rubberized Concrete Interlocking Masonry under Vertical Loading
Interlocking masonry systems have gained significant attention in modern construction due to their ease of assembly, reduced need for skilled labor, and improved structural performance under various loading conditions. Unlike conventional masonry, interlocking units rely on geometric interlock rather than mortar bonds, providing benefits such as rapid construction, enhanced alignment, and increased energy dissipation capacity. […]
Deformation behavior of super-austenitic stainless steel sandwich panels subjected to air blast and underwater explosion
Super-austenitic stainless steels (SASS), characterized by their high Cr–Ni–Mo alloying content, have attracted increasing attention for structural applications that demand exceptional corrosion resistance, high ductility, and robust energy-absorption capacity. When these advanced alloys are incorporated into sandwich panel configurations—typically consisting of two face sheets and a lightweight core—they offer a promising solution for protective structures […]
High-velocity impact simulation of Rubber-Toughened Poly Methyl Methacrylate (RT-PMMA) reinforced with CFRP
RT-PMMA/CFRP High-Velocity Impact Simulation Rubber-toughened poly(methyl methacrylate) (RT-PMMA) reinforced with carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) is an advanced hybrid material system designed to combine the optical clarity, lightweight characteristics, and strain-rate sensitivity of PMMA with the high specific strength and stiffness of carbon-fiber composites. Such hybrids have growing relevance in engineering applications that demand excellent impact resistance—such […]
Static and dynamic compression test of a square cold-formed UHPC-filled dual steel stiffened slender column
Introduction to UHPC Column Tests: Static & Dynamic Compression Cold-formed steel members filled with ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) have gained increasing attention in modern structural engineering due to their excellent mechanical performance, durability, and potential for lightweight, high-load-bearing applications. In particular, square cold-formed UHPC-filled dual steel stiffened slender columns consist of an outer cold-formed steel tube, […]
Analysis of ceramic UHMWPE armor penetration resistance against ballistic bullet impact
Introduction to Ceramic UHMWPE Armor: Lightweight Ballistic Protection The analysis of ceramic–ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) composite armor systems has become a prominent area of research due to the growing demand for lightweight ballistic protection with high energy absorption capability. Conventional metallic armor, while effective, imposes weight penalties that limit mobility and reduce system efficiency […]
