In a series of three papers [1,2,3], the range of applicability of classical laminated plate theory (CPT) in describing the response of composite laminates under static bending has been examined. Briefly, exact solutions within the framework of linear elasticity theory were developed and compared to the respective solutions governed by CPT [4,5,6]. Numerical data calculated based on simple harmonic load distributions have indicated rather wide discrepancy between the two solutions for laminates having low span-to-depth ratios. At high aspect ratios however, the CPT solution is in good agreement with the elasticity solution.

Further study of composite laminates under cylindrical bending.

Shear stress correction factors in hybrid composite material beams

: The results of elasticity solutions for the response of unidirectional and bidirectional laminates are presented in detail and compared to corresponding results given by classical lamination theory Laminates under uniformly distributed and concentrated loadings are treated (Author)

N. J. Pagano

Papers

Further Study of Unidirectional and Bidirectional Composites under Cylindrical Bending.