Huabo Wu^1,2, Jialiao Zhou³, Lan Huang^1,2,*, Zi Wang^1,2,*, Liming Tan^1,2, Jin Lv⁴, Feng Liu^1,2

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.143, No.3, pp. 2675-2709, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.064854 - 30 June 2025

Abstract Nickel-based superalloys are indispensable for high-temperature engineering applications, yet their additive manufacturing (AM) is plagued by significant cracking defects. This review investigates crack failure mechanisms in AM nickel-based superalloys, emphasizing methodologies to evaluate crack sensitivity and compositional design strategies to mitigate defects. Key crack types—solidification, liquation, solid-state, stress corrosion, fatigue, and creep-fatigue cracks—are analyzed, with focus on formation mechanisms driven by thermal gradients, solute segregation, and microstructural heterogeneities. Evaluation frameworks such as the Rappaz-Drezet-Gremaud (RDG) criterion, Solidification Cracking Index (SCI), and Strain Age Cracking (SAC) index are reviewed for predicting crack susceptibility through integration of… More >

Lei Yang^1,*, Jianfeng Wang¹, Minjing Liu¹, Chunyu Chen², Zhanjun Wu^3,4

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.84, No.1, pp. 265-279, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.065676 - 09 June 2025

Abstract Embedding optical fiber sensors into composite materials offers the advantage of real-time structural monitoring. However, there is an order-of-magnitude difference in diameter between optical fibers and reinforcing fibers, and the detailed mechanism of how embedded optical fibers affect the micromechanical behavior and damage failure processes within composite materials remains unclear. This paper presents a micromechanical simulation analysis of composite materials embedded with optical fibers. By constructing representative volume elements (RVEs) with randomly distributed reinforcing fibers, the optical fiber, the matrix, and the interface phase, the micromechanical behavior and damage evolution under transverse tensile and compressive… More >

Yaojin Fan, Huaqing Dong^*, Zixuan Zong, Tingting Long, Qianglin Huang, Guoqiang Huang

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.19, No.3, pp. 731-769, 2025, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2025.061056 - 03 April 2025

Abstract This study presents a comprehensive investigation of residual strength in corroded pipelines within the Yichang-Qianjiang section of the Sichuan-East Gas Pipeline, integrating advanced numerical simulation with experimental validation. The research methodology incorporates three distinct parameter grouping approaches: a random group based on statistical analysis of 389 actual corrosion defects detected during 2023 MFL inspection, a deviation group representing historically documented failure scenarios, and a structural group examining systematic parameter variations. Using ABAQUS finite element software, we developed a dynamic implicit analysis model incorporating geometric nonlinearity and validated it through 1:12.7 scaled model testing, achieving prediction… More >

Wushuai Liu¹, Wu Xu^1,*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.30, No.3, pp. 1-1, 2024, DOI:10.32604/icces.2024.012893

Abstract It is of great significance for improving the in-plane fracture toughness of 3D woven composite (3DWC) to study the failure mechanism of a single edge notch tension (SENT) test. It requires a relatively high computational cost to establish the SENT model based on conformal modeling method. A SENT is established using a proposed ternary model. The matrix cracking, yarn rupture, and debonding at the yarn/matrix interface are involved in the ternary model. Based on the developed SENT model, the progressive damage initiation and evolution of 3DWC SENT are predicted. The load-displacement curves and damage of More >

Qianyu Xia¹, Zhixin Zhan^1,*, Weiping Hu¹, Qingchun Meng¹

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.29, No.1, pp. 1-1, 2024, DOI:10.32604/icces.2024.011238

Abstract The occurrence of crystal cleavage and slip at the microscopic level in single crystal materials serves as the fundamental underlying factors leading to their macroscopic failures. Therefore, investigating the failure mechanisms and damage processes at the scale of slip systems significantly enhances our comprehension of the degradation and failure patterns exhibited by crystal materials.
In this study, based on the theory of crystal plasticity, we examine the effects of microscopic damage on the slip systems concerning the failure of face-centered cubic (FCC) crystal materials. Additionally, we develop a novel damage model for FCC crystal materials, incorporating… More >

Xiaowu Cheng, Xinyan Tao, Lu Wang^*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.11, No.2, pp. 905-920, 2023, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2022.023196 - 22 September 2022

Abstract This paper presents experimental and numerical investigations on progressive collapse behavior of a two-story glulam frame when the side column is exposed to ISO834 standard fire. The collapse mechanism initiated by fire is identified. The experimental results show that the progressive collapse of a glulam frame could be described for three stages, namely bending effect stage, catenary effect stage and failure stage, respectively. These stages are discussed in detail to understand the structural behavior before and during collapse. It is demonstrated that the entire frame slopes towards the side of the heated column, and the More >

Khawla Essassi^1,2,*, Jean-Luc Rebiere¹, Abderrahim El Mahi¹, Mohamed Amine Ben Souf², Anas Bouguecha², Mohamed Haddar²

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.9, No.3, pp. 569-584, 2021, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2021.012253 - 14 January 2021

Abstract Meta-sandwich composites with three-dimensional (3D) printed architecture structure are characterized by their high ability to absorb energy. In this paper, static and fatigue 3-point bending tests are implemented on a 3D printed sandwich composites with a re-entrant honeycomb core. The skins, core and whole sandwich are manufactured using the same bio-based material which is polylactic acid with flax fiber reinforcement. Experimental tests are performed in order to evaluate the durability and the ability of this material to dissipate energy. First, static tests are conducted to study the bending behaviour of the sandwich beams, as well… More >

Abierdi¹, Yuzhou Xiang², Haiyi Zhong², Xin Gu², Hanlong Liu^{2, 3}, Wengang Zhang^{2, 3, *}

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.63, No.2, pp. 825-844, 2020, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2020.07946 - 01 May 2020

Abstract Tunnel excavation is a complicated loading-unloading-reloading process characterized by decreased radial stresses and increased axial stresses. An approach that considers only loading, is generally used in tunnel model testing. However, this approach is incapable of characterizing the unloading effects induced by excavation on surrounding rocks and hence presents radial and tangential stress paths during the failure process that are different from the actual stress state of tunnels. This paper carried out a comparative analysis using laboratory model testing and particle flow code (PFC^2D)-based numerical simulation, and shed light upon the crack propagation process and, microscopic stress More >

Junmeng Li¹, Yanli Huang¹, Wenyue Qi¹, Guoqiang Kong¹, Tianqi Song¹

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.115, No.1, pp. 85-103, 2018, DOI:10.3970/cmes.2018.115.085

Abstract In fully mechanized solid backfilling mining (FMSBM), the loose gangues backfill body (LGBB) that filled into the goaf becomes the main body of bearing the overburden load. The deformation resistance of LGBB is critical for controlling overburden movement and surface subsidence. During the process of load bearing, LGBB will experience grain crushing, which has a significant effect on its deformation resistance. Gangues block will be accompanied with obvious acoustic emissions (AE) features in process of slipping, flipping and damaging. Under confined compression test, monitoring the AE parameters of LGBB can reveal the impact mechanism of… More >

Amafabia, Daerefa-a Mitsheal¹, Montalvão, Diogo², David-West, Opukuro¹, Haritos, George¹

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.11, No.2, pp. 91-147, 2017, DOI:10.3970/sdhm.2017.011.091

Abstract Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) is the process of collecting, interpreting and analysing data from structures in order to determine its health status and the remaining life span. Composite materials have been extensively use in recent years in several industries with the aim at reducing the total weight of structures while improving their mechanical properties. However, composite materials are prone to develop damage when subjected to low to medium impacts (i.e. 1-10 m/s and 11-30 m/s respectively). Hence, the need to use SHM techniques to detect damage at the incipient initiation in composite materials is of… More >