Computational micromechanics evaluation of the effect of fibre shape on the transverse strength of unidirectional composites: An approach to virtual materials design

Computational micromechanics of composites is an emerging tool required for virtual materials design (VMD) to address the effect of different variables involved before materials are manufactured. This strategy will avoid unnecessary costs, reducing trial-and-error campaigns leading to fast material developments for tailored properties. In this work, the effect of the fibre cross section on the transverse behaviour of unidirectional fibre...