Numerical Simulation and Thermo-Mechanical Investigation of Composite Structures

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to introduce a Special Issue on "Numerical Simulation and Thermo-Mechanical Investigation of Composite Structures". This Special Issue aims to explore the complex interplay between numerical simulations and thermo-mechanical behaviors of composite structures. Composites have revolutionized various industries, and this Special Issue provides a platform for researchers, engineers, and experts to share their research, methodologies, and insights into the simulation and analysis of these materials under thermo-mechanical conditions.

The goal of this Special Issue is to gain insights into the performance and limitations of composite materials in practical applications, which may include aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, or other industries where composite materials are commonly used. This research could have implications for optimizing the design and manufacturing processes of composite structures to enhance their durability, efficiency, and safety in real-world environments.

Original research articles, reviews, and perspectives are solicited for this Special Issue, addressing a wide array of topics within the domain of numerical simulation and thermo-mechanical investigation of composite structures.

The scope includes, but is not limited to:

• Advanced numerical modeling: innovative numerical methods for simulating composite material behaviors.
• Composite material characterization: experimental techniques and data for accurate numerical modeling.
• Failure analysis: simulation-driven studies on composite failure mechanisms and modes.
• Optimization techniques: using numerical simulations to optimize composite design and performance.
• Durability and life prediction: numerical approaches to assessing the longevity of composite structures under thermal loads.
• Manufacturing simulations: simulating manufacturing processes for predicting the influence of thermo-mechanical stresses.
• Aerospace and automotive applications: thermo-mechanical simulation of composite materials in high-performance industries.

Prof. Dr. Chongdu Cho
Guest Editor

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• composite materials
• finite element method
• computational stress analysis
• thermal stress
• mechanical properties
• multi-physics analysis
• heat transfer
• material characterization
• composite manufacturing