In-plane deformation measurements for validation of composite forming simulations

Dennis Brands*, Kevin M. van Kammen, Sebastiaan Wijskamp, Wouter J.B. Grouve, Remko Akkerman

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Abstract

Validation of composites forming simulations is essential to improve simulation predictions. Detailed validation requires reliable and well-controlled forming processes with precise methods for comparison to simulation results. This study presents some preliminary results from press forming experiments with cross-ply laminates shaped over a dome geometry. The material studied is a unidirectional carbon-fiber reinforced thermoplastic composite. The forming experiments were combined with a deformation measurement technique based on photogrammetry to measure the in-plane deformation on the surface of the laminate after forming. The obtained full-field deformation measurements allow for a direct and quantitative comparison with simulations. The accuracy and precision of the methodology are discussed in detail. The combination of a versatile forming experiment and a detailed analysis method as presented in this article could enable a more precise validation of composite forming simulations.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMaterial Forming
Subtitle of host publicationThe 26th International ESAFORM Conference on Material Forming – ESAFORM 2023
EditorsLukasz Madej, Mateusz Sitko, Konrad Perzynsk
PublisherAssociation of American Publishers
Pages293-304
Number of pages12
ISBN (Print)9781644902462
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event26th International ESAFORM Conference on Material Forming, ESAFORM 2023 - Kraków, Poland
Duration: 19 Apr 202321 Apr 2023
Conference number: 26

Publication series

NameMaterials Research Proceedings
Volume28
ISSN (Print)2474-3941
ISSN (Electronic)2474-395X

Conference

Conference26th International ESAFORM Conference on Material Forming, ESAFORM 2023
Abbreviated titleESAFORM 2023
Country/TerritoryPoland
CityKraków
Period19/04/2321/04/23

Keywords

  • Carbon Fiber
  • Composite Forming
  • Photogrammetry
  • Thermoplastic
  • Unidirectional
  • Validation

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