Investigation on the torsional property of hybrid composite/metal shafts at different service temperatures: Experimental and analytical study

Wenxuan Qi, Zeyuan Xu, Yanxiang Wan, David Gerada, Chris Gerada

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Abstract

Torsional tests were conducted to investigate the influence of service temperature on torsional property of composite/steel hybrid structures. In the experiment, two types of lightweight hybrid composite-metal shafts were tested at both room temperature and various elevated temperatures up to 150°C, including hybrid shafts with and without a metal core. Consequently, the torsional stiffness of the two hybrid shafts at different temperatures was calculated based on the recorded angular deformation-torque curves. The experimental results revealed a significant decrease in the torsional stiffness of the hybrid shaft without metal core as the increase of service temperature, while the torsional stiffness of the one with metal core remained almost unchanged, especially at high temperatures. In addition, a finite element model was proposed to predict the torsional behavior of the hybrid shafts at different service temperatures. In the model, an empirical equation was introduced, and micromechanical method was adopted to determine the temperature-dependant elastic properties of composite material and adhesive layer in the hybrid structure. Then, the predicted torsional property was compared to the experimental results for model verification. Highlights: Two types of hybrid composite-metal shafts are designed and manufactured. Torsional tests are conducted at both room and elevated temperatures up to 150°C. A finite element model applicable to shaft at various temperatures is proposed. The temperature-dependant property is characterized by an efficient equation.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)11266-11275
Number of pages10
JournalPolymer Composites
Volume45
Issue number12
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 20 Aug 2024

Keywords

  • elevated temperature
  • finite element model
  • hybrid shaft
  • torsional property

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Ceramics and Composites
  • General Chemistry
  • Polymers and Plastics
  • Materials Chemistry

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