An efficient numerical method to analyze low‐velocity impact response of carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic laminates

Low velocity impact behavior of carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic laminates are analyzed in this article. Governing equations are derived based on the first‐order shear deformation theory and Hamilton's principle. The impact contact force history between the impactor and laminate is formulated by the Hertzian contact law. A Ritz‐based solution in space domain for various boundary conditions is developed. Solutions of the system equations in...