Bridging effects on Mixed Mode delamination: experiments and numerical simulation

Composite materials and, in particular, Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymers (CFRP) have been well studied and developed in the past years due to their advanced mechanical characteristics. These materials are used in several different application fields, such as aerospace, automotive, energy production, bio-prosthesis and sport equipment. The combination of carbon fibers with epoxy resin allows obtaining materials characterized by high specific...