ISSN:
1573-4803
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
Notes:
Abstract A new, buckled plate (BP) test has been used to measure transverse toughness as the parameter characterizing interfacial adhesion in unidirectional, continuous-fibre composites. The test is simple, with advantages over other interfacial methods. The theory and experimental details are presented. The results of BP tests are discussed for polycarbonate/carbon fibre composites. Evaluations have been made with regard to specimen dimensions, testing speed, crack length, modulus, fibre volume fraction, and processing conditions. Transverse toughness is a sensitive measure of the interfacial adhesion, giving results similar to transverse tensile strength. The test has also been used to measure longitudinal toughness. This test should be widely applicable to many composite systems.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01168986
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