Numerical investigation of a three point bending test on sandwich panels with aluminum skins and Nomex™ honeycomb core

An experimental–numerical methodology for the investigation of three point bending test (TPBT) on sandwich panels with Al skins and Nomex™ Honeycomb core is presented. A dedicated focus on numerical models is presented. Using data obtained from flatwise compressive tests, a highly detailed FE model (micromechanical level), has been built. It has, therefore, been possible to reproduce, with an elevated grade of similarity, the real behavior of...