Observations and Numerical Modeling of the Response of Composite Plates to Underwater Blast

Andreas Schiffer, Vito Tagarielli

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Abstract

Polymer composites can display a response to blast events superior to that of metallic constructions. To achieve optimal designs of blast-resistant composite structures for underwater applications, it is necessary to understand the complex fluid-structure interaction (FSI) and to develop predictive models. In this chapter we review the lessons learned from extensive observation of underwater events at laboratory scale and their use in design. We describe the details of an experimental technique allowing simultaneous observation of structural motion and fluid response in underwater blast events. Then, we summarize our experimental findings on the underwater blast response of several types of structures. We outline a modeling strategy and its application to the construction of designs maps.

Original languageBritish English
Title of host publicationExplosion Blast Response of Composites
PublisherElsevier Inc.
Pages233-263
Number of pages31
ISBN (Electronic)9780081020937
ISBN (Print)9780081020920
DOIs
StatePublished - 24 May 2017

Keywords

  • Blast
  • Carbon
  • Cavitation
  • Composites
  • Fluid-structure interaction
  • Glass
  • Plates
  • Shock
  • Underwater

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