@inproceedings{5bd39df9dfa3425e871acdb5d0926522,
title = "A user-defined finite element to model the response of composite bolted joints under static loads",
abstract = "A highly efficient user-defined finite element for modelling the response of composite bolted joints was developed. The element is a result of a combined analytical/numerical approach and is capable of representing the full non-linear load displacement behaviour of the joint up to and including failure. The elastic response of the joint is a closed-form extension of a spring-based method where the bolts and laminates are represented by a series of springs and masses. A semi-empirical approach is used to model failure initiation and energy absorption in the joint and this has been successfully applied in models of single-bolt single-lap joints. A series of tapered and non-tapered, single-bolt, single-lap joints were tested with various layup orientations. These joints were modelled using the user-defined finite element and yielded excellent correlation with the experimental results.",
keywords = "Analytical model, Bolted joints, Efficient numerical analysis, Finite element analysis",
author = "Sharos, {P. A.} and McCarthy, {C. T.}",
year = "2012",
language = "English",
isbn = "9788888785332",
series = "ECCM 2012 - Composites at Venice, Proceedings of the 15th European Conference on Composite Materials",
publisher = "European Conference on Composite Materials, ECCM",
booktitle = "ECCM 2012 - Composites at Venice, Proceedings of the 15th European Conference on Composite Materials",
note = "15th European Conference on Composite Materials: Composites at Venice, ECCM 2012 ; Conference date: 24-06-2012 Through 28-06-2012",
}