Our expertise in composite mechanics allows us to deeply understand the complex mechanical behavior of composite materials and detect damage mechanisms through structural analysis under various loading conditions. At Mechanima, we use a combination of advanced methods tailored specifically for composite materials—Refined Zigzag Theory (RZT), Finite Element Method (FEM), Isogeometric Analysis (IGA), and Peridynamics (PD)—to perform these analyses. This enables us to help you fully leverage the potential of composite materials.

For example, as shown in the figure below, we handled the design, structural analysis, optimization, manufacturing, and mechanical testing of a sandwich structure with carbon-fiber face sheets and a soft core. Our proprietary multiscale RZT method produced highly accurate results in both the design and structural analysis of composites. With our extensive experience, we can go beyond surface-level analysis to detect different mechanical behaviors occurring within the fiber and matrix materials throughout the thickness of the composite.

Moreover, we can analyze composite materials at both the macro and micro scales, identifying multiscale stresses and potential crack formations. Using homogenization methods, we determine how micro-scale damage mechanisms impact the material on a macro scale and provide targeted design recommendations.