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Nondestructive Evaluation and Intelligent Monitoring for Composite Materials

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Industrial Technologies".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 August 2025 | Viewed by 733

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Xiaodong Shi

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Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
Interests: NDE; sensor; image processing; sginal
Prof. Dr. Michel Darmon

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Laboratory of Research on Software-Intensive Technologies (LIST), Atomic Energy and Alternative Energies Commission (CEA), Paris-Saclay University, F-91120 Palaiseau, France
Interests: ultrasonics; nondestructive testing; wave propagation in solids and complex media; acoustic/elastic wave scattering and diffraction; surface acoustic waves; ray tracing; high frequency modelling; transducers; acoustic signal processing; noise analysis; artificial intelligence
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Dear Colleagues,

Concrete and masonry, composite wood, reinforced plastics, ceramics, metal matrix composites, advanced composite materials, laminates, and so on.

Advancements in composite materials have revolutionized industries such as aerospace, automotive, and civil engineering, where high performance and reliability are crucial. Ensuring the integrity of these materials is essential, especially in critical applications that directly impact safety and success. Nondestructive evaluation (NDE) technologies have rapidly evolved, offering effective solutions for the inspection and monitoring of these advanced materials without causing damage. Coupled with intelligent monitoring systems, such as those utilizing data analytics and artificial intelligence, these technologies are key to improving the quality and reliability of composite components.

 This Special Issue invites researchers, engineers, and practitioners to submit original research, reviews, and practical case studies focused on the application of NDE and intelligent monitoring for composite materials. Both theoretical and practical contributions are encouraged, with the aim of advancing the field and offering valuable insights to the wider engineering community.

Dr. Xiaodong Shi
Prof. Dr. Michel Darmon
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • nondestructive evaluation (NDE)
  • composite materials
  • intelligent monitoring systems

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Script-Based Material and Geometrical Modeling of Steel–Concrete Composite Connections for Comprehensive Analysis Under Varied Configurations
by Dániel Gosztola, Péter Grubits, János Szép and Majid Movahedi Rad
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(6), 3095; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15063095 - 12 Mar 2025
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The behavior of steel–concrete composite structures is significantly influenced by the efficiency of the shear connections that link the two materials. This research examines the performance of stud shear connectors, with an emphasis on analyzing the effect of different geometric design parameters. A [...] Read more.
The behavior of steel–concrete composite structures is significantly influenced by the efficiency of the shear connections that link the two materials. This research examines the performance of stud shear connectors, with an emphasis on analyzing the effect of different geometric design parameters. A computational model was created utilizing Python 3.13 to enable thorough digital monitoring of the influence of these parameters on the structural performance of composite connections. Developed within the ABAQUS framework, the model integrates geometric nonlinearity and the Concrete Damage Plasticity (CDP) approach to achieve detailed simulation of structural behavior. Essential design aspects, including stud diameter, stud height, head dimensions, and spacing in both longitudinal and transverse directions, were analyzed. The Python-based parametric model allows for easy modification of design parameters, ensuring efficiency and minimizing modeling errors. The significance of stud diameter changes was analyzed in accordance with Eurocode standards and previous studies. It was found that stud length has a reduced effect on structural performance, particularly when considering the concrete properties used in bridge construction, where compressive failure of the concrete zone is more critical at lower concrete strengths. Additional factors, such as stud head dimensions, were investigated but were found to have minimal effect on the behavior of steel–concrete composite connections. Longitudinal stud spacing emerged as a critical factor influencing structural performance, with optimal results achieved at a spacing of 13d. Spacings of 2d, 3d, and 4d demonstrated overlapping effects, leading to significant performance reductions, as indicated by comparisons of ultimate load and force–displacement responses. For transverse spacing, closer stud arrangements proved effective in reducing the likelihood of slip at the steel–concrete interface, enhancing composite action, and lowering stress concentrations. Additionally, reducing the transverse distance between studs allowed for the use of more shear connectors, increasing redundancy and enhancing performance, especially with grouped-stud connectors (GSCs). Full article
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