Macromechanical Analysis of a Lamina - Deformations Under Applied Loads
This material discusses the deformations of unidirectional laminas under different types of loads, providing insights into square plates, isotropic plates, and laminas with fibers at various angles. The visual aids aid in understanding the concepts presented.
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Chapter 2 MacromechanicalAnalysis of a Lamina Part 1 Deformations of a Unidirectional Lamina Under Applied Loads Dr. AutarKaw Department of Mechanical Engineering University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620 Courtesy of the Textbook Mechanics of Composite Materials by Kaw
FIGURE 2.1 Typical laminate made of three laminas
FIGURE 2.2 Deformation of square, isotropic plate under normal loads
, = 1 2 A B = 2 1 A B FIGURE 2.2 Deformation of square, isotropic plate under normal loads
FIGURE 2.3 Deformation of square, unidirectional lamina with fibers at zero angle under normal loads
, 1 2 A B 2 1 A B FIGURE 2.2 Deformation of square, unidirectional lamina with fibers at zero angle under normal loads
FIGURE 2.4 Deformation of square, unidirectional lamina with fibers at an angle to normal loads
FIGURE 2.4 Deformation of square, unidirectional lamina with fibers at an angle to normal loads