Modeling Polymer-Matrix Composites with Fiber Waviness Defects under Cyclic Loading

Compression response of unidirectional composites at the microscale strongly depends on the deformation process of the polymer-matrix material. Under cyclic loading, further investigations are needed to understand the damage initiation process and interaction of mechanisms leading to fatigue failure. Mechanistic simulations will be useful in formulating appropriate models for progressive failure, strength and fatigue life prediction of composite...