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Fibers Microbuckling of Uncured Carbon-Epoxy Prepreg in Bending

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Guo, Yizhi

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Prepreg is widely used in composite manufacturing with advanced composites such as carbon and aramid. The material is characterized by a degree of flexibility (drape) and stickiness (tack), which allows an efficient layup on molds with complex shapes. However, axial instability of compressed fibers during the molding process may occur,...

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Masters Thesis

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ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Yizhi Guo for the degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Theoretical modeling and experimental analysis of the flight mechanics of Lepidoptera

Creator:

Wilson, Tyler

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Development of micro air vehicles has led to a strong interest in the biomechanics of flapping fliers such as bats, birds, and insects, due to their ability to perform extreme unsteady maneuvers and fly in confined spaces. Determining the methods and mechanisms used by these fliers is a valuable source...

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Masters Thesis

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in Mechanical Engineering presented on June 13, 2013. Title: Theoretical Modeling and
Application of digital image correlation in material parameter estimation and vibration analysis of carbon fiber composite and aluminum plates

Creator:

Chuang, Chih-Lan Jasmine

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Identifying material parameters in composite plates is a necessary first step in a variety of structural applications. For example, understanding the material parameters of carbon fiber composite is important in investigating sensor and actuator placement on micro-air-vehicle wings for control and wing morphing purposes. Knowing the material parameters can also...

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Masters Thesis

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degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering presented on May 1, 2012. Title: Application of