Elements based on the exact stiffness matrix method contain an embedded analytical solution that can capture detailed local fields, enabling more efficient mesh independent finite element analysis. In the present study, this method was applied to adhesively bonded joints. The adherends were modeled as Euler-Bernoulli beams, and the adhesive layer was modeled as a bed of linear shear and normal ...

A thermo-mechanical analytical model and a corresponding macroscopic bonded joint finite element is presented for the analysis of orthotropic double lap joints subjected to combined thermal-mechanical loads. The analytical solution offers an improvement in accuracy over its predecessor, at the cost of increased solution complexity. However, to facilitate the use of this solution, it has been in...

In this paper, experimental fatigue behaviour of adhesively bonded PEEK composite was investigated. PEEK based materials are considered as a high performance thermoplastic materials conferring to their good mechanical properties and chemical resistant for many aggressive environments due to their semi-crystallinity property. However, it is well known that the adhesive bonding assembly of this k...

Quality assurance of adhesively bonded joints is vital importance if their benefits are to be exploited across a wide range industrial applications. A novel lightweight, low-cost, non-invasive embedded sacrificial sensor proposed, capable detecting damage within an joint, which could also used in laminated composite structure. The operation uses changes electrical resistance, increasing as the ...

Adhesive bonding of polymer matrix composites offers various advantages over traditional fasteners, such as a uniform stress state, reduced weight, and delay composite delamination. However, adhesive has limited implementation due to challenges in the prediction durability. This work introduces new method monitor an adhesively bonded joint by dispersing magneto-electric nanoparticles (MENs) int...

Due to constantly increasing traffic loads and ageing infrastructure, innovative materials for implementation in renovation new bridge construction projects are gaining attention. One such innovation is hybrid structures consisting of Glass Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) composite decks connected a steel girder(s) superstructure. By combining the stiffness provided by members with superior fat...