| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 569637 | Advances in Engineering Software | 2012 | 8 Pages |
In the current paper, a novel semi-energy FSM is developed based on the concept of first order shear deformation theory (FSDT) in order to attempt the post-buckling solution for thin and relatively thick anti-symmetric angle-ply composite laminates subjected to uniform end-shortening. The laminated plates are assumed to be simply supported at their boundaries. The results are discussed in detail and compared with those obtained from finite element method (FEM) of analysis. The study of the results has provided confidence in the validity and capability of the developed FSM in handling the post buckling problem of anti-symmetric angle-ply laminates.
► A semi-energy FSM based on the FSDT theory is developed for post-buckling analysis. ► Anti-symmetric simply-supported angle-ply plates with various thicknesses are analyzed. ► The FSM-FSDT results are compared with FSM-CLPT and FEM ones. ► It is seen that the effects of mechanical couplings should be taken into account. ► For thicker plates the FSM-FSDT results appear to be more accurate than FSM-CLPT ones.
