Fatigue life and backface strain predictions in adhesively bonded joints. A. Graner Solana, A.D. Crocombe* and I.A. Ashcroft a Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences (J5), University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH, UK. b Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Loughborough University, Leicestershire LE11 3TU, UK * Corresponding author. Tel: +44 1483 689194 Fax: +...

Fabrication of polymeric components with complex geometry has been increased in the recent years. As additive manufacturing (AM) showed its unique capabilities, it widely used production geometrically-complex parts. Although various types bonding have developed, utilizing adhesive joints is common different structures. In current study, influence 3D printing parameters and thickness on performa...

Abstract The increasing use of fibre reinforced polymer composite materials in a wide range applications increases the similar and dissimilar joints. Traditional joining methods such as welding, mechanical fastening riveting are challenging composites due to their material properties, heterogeneous nature, layup configuration. Adhesive bonding allows flexibility selection offers improved produc...

The critical role played by adhesive bonds in lap joints is well known. A good knowledge of the mechanical properties of adhesive bonds in lap joints is a prerequisite to the design and reliable prediction of the performance of these bonded structures. Furthermore, the lap joint may be subject to high-temperature environments in service. Early detection of the degree of thermal degradation in a...