Enhanced finite elements are elements with an embedded analytical solution that can capture detailed local fields, enabling more efficient mesh independent finite element analysis. In earlier research, this method was applied to adhesively bonded joints. The adherends were modeled as composite Euler-Bernoulli beams, and the adhesive layer was modeled as a bed of linear shear and normal springs....

Dynamic response of single lap joints, subjected to a harmonic peeling load is studied theoretically and experimentally. In the theoretical part, dynamic response of a single lap joint clamped at one end and subjected to a harmonic peeling load at the other end is investigated. Adherents are modeled as Euler-Bernouli beams joined in the lap area by a viscoelastic adhesive layer. Both axial and ...

Fabrication of polymeric components with complex geometry has been increased in the recent years. As additive manufacturing (AM) showed its unique capabilities, it widely used production geometrically-complex parts. Although various types bonding have developed, utilizing adhesive joints is common different structures. In current study, influence 3D printing parameters and thickness on performa...

Improving the mechanical properties of epoxy-based adhesives with nanoparticles is one methods which justifies use adhesive joints significantly. This work studies strength adhesively bonded single-lap (SLJs) considering pure adhesive, reinforced nano-silica particles (NSPs), nano-clay (NCPs), and a combination both nano particles. Uniaxial tensile testing SLJs was conducted to reveal failure l...