Modeling and interpretation of fiber orientation-based failure mechanisms in machining of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer composites

Kevin A. Calzada, Shiv G. Kapoor, Richard E. DeVor, Johnson Samuel, Anil K. Srivastava

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Abstract

The development and implementation of a microstructure-based finite element model for the machining of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer composites is presented. A new approach to interfacial modeling is introduced where the material interface is modeled using continuum elements, allowing failure to take place in either tension or compression. The model is capable of describing the fiber failure mode occurring throughout the chip formation process. Characteristic fiber length in the chips, and machining forces for microstructures with fibers orientated at 0, 45, 90, and 135 degrees are examined. For model validation, the model-based machining predictions are compared to the machining responses from orthogonal machining experiments. A parametric study is presented that identifies a robust tool geometry, which minimizes the effects of fiber orientation and size on the machining forces.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication39th North American Manufacturing Research Conference 2011 - Transactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME
Pages332-341
Number of pages10
StatePublished - 2011
Event39th Annual North American Manufacturing Research Conference, NAMRC39 - Corvallis, OR, United States
Duration: Jun 13 2011Jun 17 2011

Publication series

NameTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME
Volume39
ISSN (Print)1047-3025

Other

Other39th Annual North American Manufacturing Research Conference, NAMRC39
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityCorvallis, OR
Period6/13/116/17/11

Keywords

  • Aligned CFRP composites
  • Failure mechanisms
  • Finite element model
  • Interface modeling
  • Micro-machining

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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