Collapse of thin–wall composite sections subjected to high speed axial loading

In this paper, static and dynamic crushing tests in a speed range of 18–24 m/s were conducted on specimens of different geometries: square tube, circular tube, and circular cone specimens made of three different composite materials. Two of the composite materials consist of fibreglass and vinylester resin, but with different fibre contents and ply lay–up. The third is made of fibreglass and polyester resin. This study investigated the effects of...