Table 4 Nomenclature of damage types in off-axis tension test based on (Saleh et al. 2016c)
From: Recent advancements in mechanical characterisation of 3D woven composites
Code | Damage type |
|---|---|
F | Free edge matrix crack between yarns |
Z | Z-binder induced damage |
T | Transverse crack within yarns |
D | Inter-yarn matrix delamination |
S | Slippage between in-plane tows “warp/weft” |