Article
Engineering, Aerospace
M. R. Mohaseb Karimlou, M. Rezvani Tavakol, M. Yarmohammad Tooski
Summary: The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of clay nanoparticles on the strength of a hybrid sandwich structure with polyurethane foam core with different densities. The results indicate that adding clay nanoparticles in the resin of the hybrid structure improves the performance against indenter effect, and increasing the density of polyurethane foam enhances the strength of the structure.
AEROSPACE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Valerio Acanfora, Rossana Castaldo, Aniello Riccio
Summary: This study aims to improve transportation safety and reduce fuel consumption by maximizing the energy absorption capabilities of hybrid aluminum/composite shock absorbers and minimizing material thickness and mass. A numerical sensitivity study and low-velocity impact simulations were conducted on six different shock absorbers to compare their energy absorption qualities. The results show that shock absorbers designed with a very light core and composite skins perform excellently, even in thin configurations, and provide a significant increase in energy absorption/mass ratios.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Chengfu Shu, Shujuan Hou, Y. X. Zhang, Yutao Luo
Summary: This paper analyzes and compares the crashworthiness behaviors of multi-layered corrugated sandwich panels with different configurations, finding the optimal configuration through orthogonal experimental design and range analysis method. A novel structure with functionally graded thickness is proposed and studied. Finite element models are established and validated, and parametric studies and multi-objectives optimization are conducted for the proposed structure.
JOURNAL OF SANDWICH STRUCTURES & MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Sensen Li, Hualin Fan
Summary: By filling Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foamed concrete, pultruded sandwich panels (PSPs) become stiffer and stronger, changing the failure mode and significantly improving the flexural load capacity. Theoretical analyses predict the performance of foam-filled PSPs, while factors affecting their failure pattern and flexural load capacity are discussed.
CASE STUDIES IN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Yunfei Deng, Rui Tian, Ang Hu, Huapeng Wu, Nan Zhou, Gang Wei
Summary: This paper investigates the impact resistance of S-shaped glass fiber composite foldcore sandwich structures and explores the influence of face sheet thickness and core thickness on the impact resistance of the sandwich structure.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Bing Fu, Lin Xu, Yuanbin Xu, Guan Lin, Peilong Li
Summary: This study proposes a novel method of reusing waste wood formwork as the core of FRP sandwich panels. The bending behavior of these panels is evaluated through experiments and numerical simulations, demonstrating that increasing the thickness of the core plate and GFRP layer improves the bending stiffness and strength of the panels.
ADVANCES IN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Cecil Joseph, Chandrasekar Muthukumar, Lin Feng Ng, Jeyanthi Subramanian, Chinnasamy Ramesh, Senthilkumar Krishnasamy, Senthil Muthu Kumar Thiagamani
Summary: It has been found that incorporating nanoclay into the foam-based sandwich panel can enhance its properties. In this study, nanoclay was dispersed into the epoxy adhesive to bond the facesheet with the core. The results showed that the infusion of nanoclay led to an increase in bending strength, core shear strength, energy absorption, and sound absorption coefficient of the sandwich panel.
JOURNAL OF SANDWICH STRUCTURES & MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lang Li, Fan Zhang, Jiahui Li, Fusen Jia, Bin Han
Summary: This study evaluates the performance of sandwich panels with graded foam cores against combined blast and fragment impact loading. A computational model is constructed and verified, and the structural response and energy absorption characteristics are examined. The optimal gradient of core configuration is explored and it is found to have limited influence on the anti-perforation ability of the sandwich panel.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Faizal Arifurrahman, Richard Critchley, Ian Horsfall
Summary: The study focused on the use of auxetic materials as core materials for sandwich panels to mitigate the impact of mines on defense vehicles. Experimental results showed that auxetic and foam core panels were effective in reducing peak structural loading and impulse. Air-filled panels were most effective in reducing rear plate deflection, although variations were reported between capture methods.
JOURNAL OF SANDWICH STRUCTURES & MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Sergio Luiz Moni Ribeiro Filho, Maikson L. P. Tonatto, Tulio Hallak Panzera, Chrystel D. L. Remillat, Fabrizio Scarpa
Summary: This work describes a methodology for the multi-objective optimization of sandwich structures made of aluminium skins and recycled PET foams with perforated architecture. The designs are evaluated using a nonlinear finite element (FE) model validated by comparing the load, displacement and final shape of a representative sandwich panel against related experimental results. Experimental tests characterize the mechanical performance of the sandwich panels and the bonding between different components. The optimization process is demonstrated to effectively design lightweight sandwich panels with superior structural performance.
Article
Engineering, Marine
Tian Ali, Yao Peng, Zou Jinhao, Liu Kun, Ye Renchuan
Summary: A composite sandwich plate structure (SPS) is designed to improve the crashworthiness of ships. A three-stage optimization method is proposed to reduce the number of collision simulations and improve the efficiency of crashworthiness optimization. The results allow for the determination of the structure with the best crashworthiness.
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Yasser Rostamiyan
Summary: The paper investigates the flexural and compressive properties of carbon fiber reinforced sandwich panels with an M-shaped core reinforced with nan-silica particles. Experimental tests were conducted to determine the stiffness and load-carrying capacity of the composites, and polyurethane foam was injected into the core of the sandwich panels. The results showed that sandwich panels with 14-layered carbon fiber had higher flexural strength, and the addition of 1-3 weight percentage of nano-silica enhanced the flexural and compressive strength of the panels. Furthermore, polyurethane foam improved the compressive and bending loads and absorber features of the sandwich panels.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART B-JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING MANUFACTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pengzhao Xu, Ning Zhao, Yukun Chang, Shaokang Cui, Kunlin Shi, Bao Zhang
Summary: This paper investigates the damage mechanism and protective effect of a sandwich structure based on foam-nickel core material under near-field blast load. Experimental methods are used to study the deformation characteristics and stress history of the sandwich structure on the acting location of blast load. A reasonable finite element model is also established for comprehensive numerical simulations of the sandwich structure's blast shock response. The results suggest that the sandwich structure based on foam-nickel core material can be a viable choice for protective structures under near-field blast load due to its extensive energy absorption capabilities.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Aditya Vidwans, Patrizia Trovalusci, Nicholas Fantuzzi, Jose A. F. O. Correia
Summary: In steel structures, lightweight design is a significant focus, which aims to reduce the dead load while maintaining structural safety and performance. The development of steel aluminum foam sandwich panels using modern manufacturing technology provides a new possibility for achieving lightweight structures. This study assesses and understands the behavior of the sandwich panel under in-plane compression or flexure by applying column buckling theory and modifying Euler's buckling formula. The modified analytical expression is validated through finite element simulation considering different material models and geometric imperfections. The results confirm that the modified Euler's formula can be effectively used to predict the load-carrying capacity of a sandwich panel.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Pengzhao Xu, Ning Zhao, Kunlin Shi, Bao Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the material damage and structural protective capacity of a sandwich structure with foam-aluminum core under near-field blast load through experimental tests and numerical simulation. The results provide valuable insights into the deformation and damage mechanisms, as well as design guidelines for graded foam sandwich panels against blast loads.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
V. Grushko, O. Beliuskina, A. Mamalis, V. Lysakovskiy, E. Mitskevich, A. Kiriev, E. Petrosyan, R. Chaplynskyi, O. Bezshyyko, O. Lysenko
APPLIED RADIATION AND ISOTOPES
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
John D. Kechagias, Kyriaki-Evangelia Aslani, Nikolaos A. Fountas, Nikolaos M. Vaxevanidis, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ioannis G. Papantoniou, Angelos P. Markopoulos, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Helen P. Kyriakopoulou, Panagiotis Karmiris-Obratanski, Athanasios S. Tazedakis, Nikoalos M. Daniolos, Efthymios C. Dourdounis, Dimitrios E. Manolakos, Dimitrios Pantelis
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Stavros Lykakos, P. K. Kostazos, D. E. Manolakos
Summary: This study investigates the crashworthiness performance of thin-walled tapered tubes with hybrid geometry (HG-tubes) through experimental and numerical analysis. The results show that HG-tubes outperform square tubes but not circular tubes in terms of energy absorption.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CRASHWORTHINESS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Protesilaos K. Kostazos, Stavros S. A. Lykakos, Panagiotis-Aristotelis E. Kyritsis, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
Summary: This study investigated the crashworthiness performance of multi-walled (spiral) tubes fabricated by roll bending aluminum alloy sheets using experimental tests and numerical simulations. The results showed that the deformation patterns of spiral tubes were similar to closed-section tubes, with spirals collapsing progressively when exceeding two, and specific energy absorption improving with an increasing number of spirals, reaching peak values for around three to four spirals.
THIN-WALLED STRUCTURES
(2021)
Article
Mathematics, Interdisciplinary Applications
Adam D. Lampropoulos, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
Summary: The study utilized the Smooth Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) method to simulate extrusion processes with two different die cross section geometries and conducted a friction parameter analysis. The calibrated models accurately captured experimental data, effectively showcasing the influence of frictional forces on strain fields and extrusion forces.
COMPUTATIONAL PARTICLE MECHANICS
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Ioannis S. Pressas, Spyros Papaefthymiou, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
Summary: This study focuses on the investigation of the effects of roll elasticity and thermal deformations on the dimensional accuracy of ring products in a ring rolling process. The results show that these two factors can cause significant deviations in the ring dimensions, while the effects of tool elasticity and thermal expansion can be neglected.
SIMULATION MODELLING PRACTICE AND THEORY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Konstantina D. Karantza, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
Summary: This study investigates the crashworthiness behavior of square aluminum thin-walled tubes subjected to axial and oblique impact loading. It examines the effects of crushing angle and initial contact between impactor and tube on plastic collapse initiation and energy absorption capacity. The results show that a 5 degrees oblique cornered crushing yields the highest energy absorption, while an initial contact-in-corner case exhibits higher energy absorption compared to axial and edged oblique loading.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Konstantina D. Karantza, Ioannis G. Papantoniou, Stavros S. A. Lykakos, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
Summary: The study investigates the crashworthiness behavior of thin-walled circular steel tubes under axial and oblique crushing. Parametric analysis shows that increasing crushing angle leads to decreased energy absorption and peak force. Low-angled oblique loading is found to be the most efficient impact condition, achieving sufficient energy absorption and facilitating plastic collapse initiation. Additionally, higher wall thickness results in greater peak force and increased critical angle, preventing unstable deformation mode and providing smoother decrease of energy absorption with respect to loading angle.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Alexandros G. Kitselis, Chrysavgi S. Nikolakea, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
Summary: This paper introduces an alternative design process for a road racing bicycle frame made from composite materials, which can improve the speed and performance of the rider under the same conditions. By combining structural and aerodynamic optimization processes and material selection, the performance is enhanced. Unlike traditional methods, this approach examines and evaluates each component of the frame separately during the design process and selects the best-performing ones to create a complete frame. This method reduces design time, enabling faster market entry, and makes it easier to make modifications based on marketing or regulatory needs.
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Mechanical
N. A. Fountas, P. Kostazos, H. Pavlidis, V Antoniou, D. E. Manolakos, N. M. Vaxevanidis
1ST MEDITERRANEAN CONFERENCE ON FRACTURE AND STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY (MEDFRACT1)
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kyriaki-Evangelia Aslani, Konstantinos Kitsakis, John D. Kechagias, Nikolaos M. Vaxevanidis, Dimitrios E. Manolakos
SN APPLIED SCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Physics, Nuclear
Yu. E. Mazurenko, Yu. V. Romashov, A. G. Mamalis
PROBLEMS OF ATOMIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Physics, Nuclear
E. V. Povolotskii, Yu. V. Romashov, A. G. Mamalis
PROBLEMS OF ATOMIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2020)