For metallic lugs design guidelines are available (eg. Niu). However, these can not be directly used in composite lugs.
Does anybody know of design guidelines or methods to analyze composite lug?
I am analyzing a 3D composite (carbon/epoxy) lug.
This thick laminated lug (17.5 mm) has a hole...
I am analyzing a composite (carbon/epoxy) component.
For the Hashin-fabric failure criterion (see attachment), some out of plane properties are needed.
We do not have time for coupon testing.
Specific materials are:
- Standard Modulus Carbon fibre fabric 5H Satin 370 g/m²
- Liquid Epoxy Resin...