Papers by Keyword: Dynamic Penetration

Abstract: In this paper, we conducted some experiments as geotechnical test, standard penetration test, dynamic penetration test, loading capacity test on the dynamic compaction gravel clay foundation in Guangdong Province. We also conduct the lineal regression analysis and work out the normalized formula and the minimum-maximum equations based on PLT and other tests. We also make comparisons between the fitting equations in this paper and that in other specifications and reference items. Finally, the testing methods and empirical formulas available for the evaluation of the dynamic compaction gravel clay foundation are advanced for further surveys and designs.

Abstract: Failure of aluminium foams due to dynamic indentation and penetration is very common in their application such as light-weight structural sandwich panels, packing materials and energy absorbing devices. This requires a sound understanding of deformation and energy absorption mechanisms of the aluminium foams as well as the effect of impact velocity. In this study, a finite element analysis using ABAQUS is conducted for the dynamic indentation/penetration process of aluminium foams under a rigid flat-headed indenter. The indenter is pushed into the foam either at a constant velocity or with an initial velocity. Two mechanisms exist: compression of the foam ahead of the indenter and fracture along the indenter edge. Effect of impact velocity is noted on the size of a localized deformation and the total energy absorbed.

Abstract: Recently, high-performance hybrid composites have been used for various applications which require the high strength, high stiffness and low weight. There are growing needs in an automotive, an aircraft, and military applications for composite materials since they have good structural characteristics. They also have good penetration resistance and structural integrity after impact. In order to clarify the mechanism of high-speed destruction for composite materials, this study examined the penetration resistance and the fracture behavior of CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic) Laminates by using ballistic range (one-stage light gas gun). Test materials for investigation are carbon/epoxy laminated composite materials with fiber direction; [0°]8, [0°/45°]4s, [ 0°/90°]4s, [ 0°/45°/90°]3s and [ 0°/45°/-45°90°]2s. The high speed camera allows us to capture and analyze the dynamic penetration phenomena of the test materials.