Notch effects in carbon matrix composites

F.E. Heredia, S.M. Spearing, T.J. Mackin, M. He, A.G. Evans

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    Abstract

    The tensile properties of various carbon matrix composites, reinforced with C and SiC fibers, have been evaluated. The objective is to assess mechanics procedures for characterizing the influence of holes and notches. Interpretation has been attempted using large‐scale bridging mechanics, with linear elastic fracture mechanics as one limit and notch insensitivity as the other. Important differences between the materials, associated primarily with the fiber/matrix interfaces and the in‐plane shear strength, have been identified and attempts made to rationalize these differences.
    Original languageEnglish
    JournalJournal of the American Ceramic Society
    Volume77
    Issue number11
    Pages (from-to)2817-2827
    ISSN0002-7820
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 1994

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