A major obstacle to achieving reasonable strength prediction of a composite only from its constituent information is in the determination of in situ strengths of the matrix. One can measure only the original strengths...A major obstacle to achieving reasonable strength prediction of a composite only from its constituent information is in the determination of in situ strengths of the matrix. One can measure only the original strengths of the pure matrix, on the basis of which the predicted transverse strengths of a unidirectional(UD) composite are far from reality. It is impossible to reliably measure matrix in situ strengths. This paper focuses on the correlation between in situ and original strengths. Stress concentrations in a matrix owing to the introduction of fibers are attributed to the strength variation. Once stress concentration factors(SCFs)are obtained, the matrix in situ strengths are assigned as the original counterparts divided by them. Such an SCF cannot be defined following a classical approach. All of the relevant issues associated with determining it are systematically addressed in this paper. Analytical expressions for SCFs under transverse tension, transverse compression, and transverse shear are derived. Closed-form and compact formulas for all of the uniaxial strengths of a UD composite are first presented in this paper. Their application to strength predictions of a number of typical UD composites demonstrates the correctness of these formulas.展开更多
In recent times, conventional materials are replaced by metal matrix composites (MMCs) due to their high specific strength and modulus. Strength reliability, one of the key factors restricting wider use of composite m...In recent times, conventional materials are replaced by metal matrix composites (MMCs) due to their high specific strength and modulus. Strength reliability, one of the key factors restricting wider use of composite materials in various applications, is commonly characterized by Weibull strength distribution function. In the present work, statistical analysis of the strength data of 15% volume alumina particle (mean size 15 μm) reinforced in aluminum alloy (1101 grade alloy) fabricated by stir casting method was carried out using Weibull probability model. Twelve tension tests were performed according to ASTM B577 standards and the test data, the corresponding Weibull distribution was obtained. Finally the reliability of the composite behavior in terms of its fracture strength was presented to ensure the reliability of composites for suitable applications. An important implication of the present study is that the Weibull distribution describes the experimentally measured strength data more appropriately.展开更多
The modified shear lag model proposed recently was applied to calculate thermal residual stresses and subsequent stress distributions under tensile and compressive loadings. The expressions for the elastic moduli and ...The modified shear lag model proposed recently was applied to calculate thermal residual stresses and subsequent stress distributions under tensile and compressive loadings. The expressions for the elastic moduli and the yield strengths under tensile and compressive loadings were derived which take account of thermal residual stresses. The asymmetries in the elastic modulus and the yield strength were interpreted using the derived expressions and the obtained results of the stress calculations. The model predictions have exhibited good agreements with the experimental results and also with the other theoretical展开更多
A new modification for the shear lag model is given and the expressions for the stiffness and yield Strength of short fiber metal matri×composite are derived. These expressions are then compared with our experime...A new modification for the shear lag model is given and the expressions for the stiffness and yield Strength of short fiber metal matri×composite are derived. These expressions are then compared with our experimental data in a SiCw/Al-Li T6 composite and the published experimental data on different SiCw/Al T6 composites and also compared with the previous shear lag models and the other theoretical models.展开更多
The modified equivalent inclusion theory by the authors and the internalvariable theory are employed to investigate the evolution of the microcracks in whiskertoughening ceramics and the influence of the microcracks o...The modified equivalent inclusion theory by the authors and the internalvariable theory are employed to investigate the evolution of the microcracks in whiskertoughening ceramics and the influence of the microcracks on the mechanical propertiesof the material. The effect of residual thermostrain, whisker content and aspect ratio isconsidered. The modulus, initial nonlinear load, strength and nonlinear constitutiverelation are calculated and some important conclusions are given.展开更多
文摘A major obstacle to achieving reasonable strength prediction of a composite only from its constituent information is in the determination of in situ strengths of the matrix. One can measure only the original strengths of the pure matrix, on the basis of which the predicted transverse strengths of a unidirectional(UD) composite are far from reality. It is impossible to reliably measure matrix in situ strengths. This paper focuses on the correlation between in situ and original strengths. Stress concentrations in a matrix owing to the introduction of fibers are attributed to the strength variation. Once stress concentration factors(SCFs)are obtained, the matrix in situ strengths are assigned as the original counterparts divided by them. Such an SCF cannot be defined following a classical approach. All of the relevant issues associated with determining it are systematically addressed in this paper. Analytical expressions for SCFs under transverse tension, transverse compression, and transverse shear are derived. Closed-form and compact formulas for all of the uniaxial strengths of a UD composite are first presented in this paper. Their application to strength predictions of a number of typical UD composites demonstrates the correctness of these formulas.
文摘In recent times, conventional materials are replaced by metal matrix composites (MMCs) due to their high specific strength and modulus. Strength reliability, one of the key factors restricting wider use of composite materials in various applications, is commonly characterized by Weibull strength distribution function. In the present work, statistical analysis of the strength data of 15% volume alumina particle (mean size 15 μm) reinforced in aluminum alloy (1101 grade alloy) fabricated by stir casting method was carried out using Weibull probability model. Twelve tension tests were performed according to ASTM B577 standards and the test data, the corresponding Weibull distribution was obtained. Finally the reliability of the composite behavior in terms of its fracture strength was presented to ensure the reliability of composites for suitable applications. An important implication of the present study is that the Weibull distribution describes the experimentally measured strength data more appropriately.
文摘The modified shear lag model proposed recently was applied to calculate thermal residual stresses and subsequent stress distributions under tensile and compressive loadings. The expressions for the elastic moduli and the yield strengths under tensile and compressive loadings were derived which take account of thermal residual stresses. The asymmetries in the elastic modulus and the yield strength were interpreted using the derived expressions and the obtained results of the stress calculations. The model predictions have exhibited good agreements with the experimental results and also with the other theoretical
文摘A new modification for the shear lag model is given and the expressions for the stiffness and yield Strength of short fiber metal matri×composite are derived. These expressions are then compared with our experimental data in a SiCw/Al-Li T6 composite and the published experimental data on different SiCw/Al T6 composites and also compared with the previous shear lag models and the other theoretical models.
文摘作为热结构材料,陶瓷基复合材料(ceramic matrix composites,CMC)在航空航天领域应用潜力巨大。连续纤维的引入解决了陶瓷脆性大的问题,而纤维与基体间微小区域——界面层的设计是保证CMC具有高韧性的关键。一直以来相关研究主要集中于界面层与CMC宏观力学性能之间的关系,受限于表征难以深入研究界面层微区力学行为的困难。随着微纳力学测试与聚焦离子束(focused ion beam,FIB)技术的发展,近些年来对于CMC界面层结合强度以及其失效行为的表征逐渐增多。在此基础上,本文综述CMC中界面层的作用以及界面剪切强度的影响因素与调控机制,同时汇总当下通过直接或间接手段测试界面剪切强度的方法,重点总结微纳力学手段下纤维push-out/push-in以及微柱压缩等方法的适用条件以及差异,报道这些方法在界面区失效机制研究方面的进展,并指明尚存在的一些问题。其中,纤维pushout/push-in可以反映基体应力作用对界面剪切强度的影响,但测试结果可能受到外部因素的影响;而微柱压缩测试则更多地反映界面层本征特性,无法反映基体应力对界面剪切强度的影响,也无法反映纤维拔出过程。最后展望未来的研究方向:进一步拓展界面微区力学行为的表征方法,同时确定微区力学与宏观力学性能间的影响机制并建立模型,最终实现CMC的界面层优化。
文摘The modified equivalent inclusion theory by the authors and the internalvariable theory are employed to investigate the evolution of the microcracks in whiskertoughening ceramics and the influence of the microcracks on the mechanical propertiesof the material. The effect of residual thermostrain, whisker content and aspect ratio isconsidered. The modulus, initial nonlinear load, strength and nonlinear constitutiverelation are calculated and some important conclusions are given.
