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Why is the traverse loading strength of continuous fibre reinforced composites weaker compared to the longitudinal strength?
I sort of arrived at the conclusion, that since the composite is in an isostress state and due to the fibre having a very low tensile strength in the transverse direction. The majority of the mechanical properties relies on the matrix strength, which is usually lower than that of the fibre, thus leading to early on set of failure.
Is it also due to the shear stress created at the fibre ends? also, why do the fibres have a low tensile strength in the transverse direction?
Any help would be greatly appreciated :)
I sort of arrived at the conclusion, that since the composite is in an isostress state and due to the fibre having a very low tensile strength in the transverse direction. The majority of the mechanical properties relies on the matrix strength, which is usually lower than that of the fibre, thus leading to early on set of failure.
Is it also due to the shear stress created at the fibre ends? also, why do the fibres have a low tensile strength in the transverse direction?
Any help would be greatly appreciated :)