By Dr. Daniel Campos Murcia and Brian Croop, Applus+ DatapointLabs
Presented at the CARHS Automotive CAE Grand Challenge 2024; April 16-17, 2024; Hanau, Germany
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Thermoplastic composites present a promising opportunity for innovation within the automotive sector, owing to their lightweight properties, durability, and recyclability. Our efforts concentrate on testing and developing models to accurately simulate the behavior of materials in automotive settings. By delivering precise simulation models, we empower manufacturers to gain deeper insights into the performance of these materials, thereby streamlining their incorporation into vehicle design and manufacturing workflows. This advancement ensures the effective utilization of thermoplastic composites, resulting in tangible advantages such as improved fuel efficiency, enhanced safety, and reduced environmental footprint across the automotive industry.
By Dr. Daniel Campos Murcia and Brian Croop, Applus+ DatapointLabs
Presented at the CARHS Automotive CAE Grand Challenge 2024; April 16-17, 2024; Hanau, Germany
Automotive Nonlinear Material Models Composites Validation
Material Modeling and Mold Analysis
Validating Simulation Using Digital Image Correlation
Providing an Experimental Basis in Support of FEA
Verification and Validation of a Three-Dimensional Generalized Composite Material Model
Theoretical Development of an Orthotropic Elasto-Plastic Generalized Composite Material Model