A new methodology to assess the life of structural adhesive joints in vehicle body structures is being developed. The methodology requires an integrated approach to joint testing and analysis. A reinforced double cantilever beam specimen (RDCB) has been developed to provide intrinsic joint fatigue property data for adhesive systems that include thin gauge material substrates. Initial validation of the methodology to predict joint life under unaged conditions shows good correlation between analysis and test data for a joint in a model structure.
Development of a life assessment method for bonded and weld-bonded automotive structures
1998
5 Seiten, 7 Quellen
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Englisch
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