Numerical analysis of a composite part considering micromechanical properties

Abstract

The aims of the study are to perform numerical analysis of a component made of a composite material taking into account its micromechanical characteristics and to investigate whether the original metal component can be replaced by a composite polymer material while reducing the weight of the part as well as retaining the functional and strength characteristics. To determine the anisotropy of the composite part resulting from the manufacturing technology, injection moulding simulation of the part is performed and then mechanical response of the composite part in case of static load is determined using finite element method considering the simulation results.