Experimental and numerical modelling of mode I fracture in tropical hardwoods

Master thesis (2022)

Authors

C.J. Gijzenberg Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Contributors

G.J.P. Ravenshorst Bio-based Structures & Materials - CEG (mentor)
J.W.G. van de Kuilen Bio-based Structures & Materials - CEG (graduation committee member)
R. Esposito Applied Mechanics - CEG (graduation committee member)
Faculty
Civil Engineering & Geosciences, Civil Engineering & Geosciences
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Published Date

16-02-2022

Language

English

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Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Abstract

The goal of the thesis is to investigate two main questions for the purpose of modelling fractures in timber with a finite element method. The first question is to evaluate the use of digital image correlation during a three point bending test to obtain mean values for tensile strength and fracture energy, and the follow up question is if it is possible to replicate the tests with these mean values. The final result should be a guide to help modelling fractures in timber and how to obtain the necessary data.

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